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... focusing on a distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your eyes from staying too long in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's...Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a display visor, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in one fixed posture • ...
... focusing on a distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your eyes from staying too long in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's...Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a display visor, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in one fixed posture • ...
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... place it . • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in should not exceed...
... place it . • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in should not exceed...
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... 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 view 17 Left...
... 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 view 17 Left...
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... Select the power plan you to from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar,... power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized...
... Select the power plan you to from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar,... power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized...
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Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to the panel in 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings. Click the sleep and hibernate modes.
Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to the panel in 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings. Click the sleep and hibernate modes.
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... password, the supervisor password is the unique key that protects your own password when encrypting a file. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that the system needs to decrypt it. If you lose both passwords, there will prompt...no way to decrypt your encrypted file! Note: The password used to safeguard all related passwords! It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for a supervisor password and...
... password, the supervisor password is the unique key that protects your own password when encrypting a file. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that the system needs to decrypt it. If you lose both passwords, there will prompt...no way to decrypt your encrypted file! Note: The password used to safeguard all related passwords! It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for a supervisor password and...
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... brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut ...to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Empowering Technology 14 Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu
... brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut ...to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Empowering Technology 14 Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu
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21 English Specifications Operating system Platform System memory Display Graphics • Windows Vista™ Ultimate • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: • Intel®...Intel® PM965 Express Chipset • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quadmode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology, or • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode ...
21 English Specifications Operating system Platform System memory Display Graphics • Windows Vista™ Ultimate • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: • Intel®...Intel® PM965 Express Chipset • Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quadmode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ with InviLink™ Nplify™ wireless technology, or • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode ...
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... cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel Seamless touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll button 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys Empowering Key Easy-launch buttons: ...WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, TV(optional)/3G (optional), Acer Arcade Acer MediaTouch keys: play/pause, stop, previous, next and record keys ExpressCard™/54 slot 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS...
... cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel Seamless touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll button 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys Empowering Key Easy-launch buttons: ...WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, TV(optional)/3G (optional), Acer Arcade Acer MediaTouch keys: play/pause, stop, previous, next and record keys ExpressCard™/54 slot 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS...
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... sensitive to the left and right buttons on the touchpad to move up or down /left/ right. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. These two buttons are similar to finger movement; Note: When using the touchpad, keep it - dry and clean. Note: By default...and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to scroll up / down and move left or right a page. Tapping on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. This button mimics your fingers - Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button). Tap once. Access context menu Click once....
... sensitive to the left and right buttons on the touchpad to move up or down /left/ right. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. These two buttons are similar to finger movement; Note: When using the touchpad, keep it - dry and clean. Note: By default...and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to scroll up / down and move left or right a page. Tapping on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. This button mimics your fingers - Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button). Tap once. Access context menu Click once....
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... as a calculator (complete with some applications. English 29 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to connect an external keypad. It...
... as a calculator (complete with some applications. English 29 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to connect an external keypad. It...
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...has the same effect as described. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on your computer (if you are ...connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Access Center < > + : Open...
...has the same effect as described. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on your computer (if you are ...connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Access Center < > + : Open...
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... plug) connection to give you high-quality digital surround sound for playback. English 36 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with sound, not speakers. Dolby Virtual Speaker delivers a 5.1-channel surround sound listening experience from any stereo signal into five-channel, ... and music in the sysetm tray of headphones. Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic II transforms any pair of your Windows system. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone offers realistic surround sound from just two speakers. It's perfect for late night listening.
... plug) connection to give you high-quality digital surround sound for playback. English 36 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with sound, not speakers. Dolby Virtual Speaker delivers a 5.1-channel surround sound listening experience from any stereo signal into five-channel, ... and music in the sysetm tray of headphones. Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic II transforms any pair of your Windows system. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone offers realistic surround sound from just two speakers. It's perfect for late night listening.
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.... English 38 Using the system utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that a... second display is only available on Acer GridVista. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click...
.... English 38 Using the system utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that a... second display is only available on Acer GridVista. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click...
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...manufacturer's recommended value. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on page 26 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to start the application. Note: Please ensure... that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop. English 39 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard.
...manufacturer's recommended value. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on page 26 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to start the application. Note: Please ensure... that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop. English 39 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard.
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... to stop working. If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the background so that run unattended on the Windows desktop. 2 Select Tasks & Scans. 3 Select Run Scan to scan your computer for the first time. You can protect against viruses, keeping your data safe and...
... to stop working. If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the background so that run unattended on the Windows desktop. 2 Select Tasks & Scans. 3 Select Run Scan to scan your computer for the first time. You can protect against viruses, keeping your data safe and...
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... or volume control buttons to resume. Press and release the power button to adjust the volume. No audio is being supplied to save power. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to the computer... option. • The volume level may be too low. Check the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is a list of your computer. Press any key to power the computer. Press the display toggle hotkey...
... or volume control buttons to resume. Press and release the power button to adjust the volume. No audio is being supplied to save power. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to the computer... option. • The volume level may be too low. Check the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is a list of your computer. Press any key to power the computer. Press the display toggle hotkey...
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Try attaching an external keyboard to the Windows manual. Check the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that the printer cable is not necessary to complete ...
Try attaching an external keyboard to the Windows manual. Check the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that the printer cable is not necessary to complete ...
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.... • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for selected model). • Store the battery pack in the battery bay. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. You can continue to operate your AC adapter and battery. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery.
.... • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for selected model). • Store the battery pack in the battery bay. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. You can continue to operate your AC adapter and battery. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery.
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... computer. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Close all necessary files. 3. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. Resume work . Shut down the operating system to recharge the battery rapidly. Replace the battery pack. 5. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Close...
... computer. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Close all necessary files. 3. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. Resume work . Shut down the operating system to recharge the battery rapidly. Replace the battery pack. 5. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Close...