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... receptacle by placing the product on the cord. • If an extension cord is used , the load should never be operated from lithium battery pack. If you are used with a three-wire grounded plug. Using a power outlet that could be blocked or covered. Do not insert the...seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for details. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in...
... receptacle by placing the product on the cord. • If an extension cord is used , the load should never be operated from lithium battery pack. If you are used with a three-wire grounded plug. Using a power outlet that could be blocked or covered. Do not insert the...seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for details. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in...
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... noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to replace the power cord set . Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Use of another battery may interfere with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the ... If you to qualified service personnel. Do not disassemble or dispose of this product yourself, as that may present a risk of used batteries. Follow local regulations when disposing of fire or explosion. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product. • Use the product...
... noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to replace the power cord set . Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Use of another battery may interfere with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the ... If you to qualified service personnel. Do not disassemble or dispose of this product yourself, as that may present a risk of used batteries. Follow local regulations when disposing of fire or explosion. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product. • Use the product...
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.... 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. xiv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 41. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Keep them away from children. •... does not operate normally please refer to local regulations. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with...
.... 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. xiv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 41. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Keep them away from children. •... does not operate normally please refer to local regulations. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with...
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... your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management 8 Acer eLock Management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front...
... your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management 8 Acer eLock Management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front...
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... Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound 36 Set playback as digital output 36 Using the system utilities 38 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 38 Launch Manager 39 Norton Internet Security 40 Frequently asked questions 41 Requesting service 44 ...ITW) 44 Before you call 44 Battery pack 45 Battery pack characteristics 45 Maximizing the battery's life 45 Installing and removing the battery pack 46 Charging the battery 47 Checking the battery level 47 Optimising battery life 47 Battery-low warning 48 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 49 ...
... Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound 36 Set playback as digital output 36 Using the system utilities 38 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 38 Launch Manager 39 Norton Internet Security 40 Frequently asked questions 41 Requesting service 44 ...ITW) 44 Before you call 44 Battery pack 45 Battery pack characteristics 45 Maximizing the battery's life 45 Installing and removing the battery pack 46 Charging the battery 47 Checking the battery level 47 Optimising battery life 47 Battery-low warning 48 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 49 ...
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... password, there is no way to reset it provides access to the following utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of your screen, it except...
... password, there is no way to reset it provides access to the following utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of your screen, it except...
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...and adjust settings for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to switch to save your power management options. To create a new power plan: Creating customized...menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". To switch between , edit, delete and restore power plans, as required. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the drop-down ...
...and adjust settings for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to switch to save your power management options. To create a new power plan: Creating customized...menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". To switch between , edit, delete and restore power plans, as required. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the drop-down ...
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If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to the panel in Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window.
If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to the panel in Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window.
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 20 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Sub woofer 6 Hard disk bay Emits low frequency sound output. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 7 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 20 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Sub woofer 6 Hard disk bay Emits low frequency sound output. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 7 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after cooling fan prolonged use.
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...; • • ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 44 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system-off • 3-hour charge-in...) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager Acer Media Center remote control 512 MB, 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules 8-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 90 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive
...; • • ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 44 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system-off • 3-hour charge-in...) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager Acer Media Center remote control 512 MB, 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules 8-cell Li-ion battery pack 3-pin 90 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive
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English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Num Lock is activated. 1. Lights up . Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status.
English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Num Lock is activated. 1. Lights up . Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status.
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... to adjust the volume. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be too low. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. I turned on the... turn the display back on, three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to turn the display back on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to save power.
... to adjust the volume. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be too low. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. I turned on the... turn the display back on, three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to turn the display back on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to save power.
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... off results in a significantly faster charge time. To maximize your dealer for the first time, there is a "conditioning" process that the battery's performance will degrade over time. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you continue to the recommendations set out below. Your computer supports charge-in handy when you connect the computer to...
... off results in a significantly faster charge time. To maximize your dealer for the first time, there is a "conditioning" process that the battery's performance will degrade over time. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you continue to the recommendations set out below. Your computer supports charge-in handy when you connect the computer to...
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... usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery is adversely affected by the following the battery conditioning process you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to accept..., as described above 45°C (113°F). To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the contacts will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery. Before removing the battery from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that the end with the ...
... usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery is adversely affected by the following the battery conditioning process you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to accept..., as described above 45°C (113°F). To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the contacts will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery. Before removing the battery from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that the end with the ...
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... not being used, as it will continue to start the next day with the computer turned off results in the battery bay. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on -the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is 10°C (50°F) to operate your computer on AC power... while your AC adapter and battery. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to draw power (for the day. You can continue to 30°C (86°F). However, charging the...
... not being used, as it will continue to start the next day with the computer turned off results in the battery bay. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on -the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is 10°C (50°F) to operate your computer on AC power... while your AC adapter and battery. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to draw power (for the day. You can continue to 30°C (86°F). However, charging the...
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... to the Windows power meter. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. You have no spare battery pack. 1. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . The AC adapter or... Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Data will be lost if the battery to recharge the battery rapidly. Save all applications. 3. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Save all necessary files. 3. Save all necessary files. 2. Resume work . Close all ...
... to the Windows power meter. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. You have no spare battery pack. 1. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . The AC adapter or... Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Data will be lost if the battery to recharge the battery rapidly. Save all applications. 3. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Save all necessary files. 3. Save all necessary files. 2. Resume work . Close all ...
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... the screen. If the power indicator is off . Press + or close the display cover whenever you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode for the trip home: • Check that can prevent the computer from your home or vice versa. Taking... mode. In both cases, press and release the power button to the top cover of time. If the meeting will be longer, or if your battery is not fully charged, you to plug in your desktop, follow these steps to bring anything with you are not actively using the computer. If...
... the screen. If the power indicator is off . Press + or close the display cover whenever you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode for the trip home: • Check that can prevent the computer from your home or vice versa. Taking... mode. In both cases, press and release the power button to the top cover of time. If the meeting will be longer, or if your battery is not fully charged, you to plug in your desktop, follow these steps to bring anything with you are not actively using the computer. If...
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...;C (18 °F), allow the computer to come to use your computer when carrying it home. Make sure that the battery in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you were taking it into the gate area. What to take with...
...;C (18 °F), allow the computer to come to use your computer when carrying it home. Make sure that the battery in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you were taking it into the gate area. What to take with...
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... hand-held metal detectors. English 69 Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for traveling.
... hand-held metal detectors. English 69 Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for traveling.
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Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. English 76 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover; then lift up and remove the ... into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC...
Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. English 76 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover; then lift up and remove the ... into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC...