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... any vibrating environment which will walk on the power cord. The grounding pin is provided. • Never push objects of the product and 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...be blocked or covered. The plug only fits in too many devices. Never spill liquid of internal components and to protect it from lithium battery pack. iv Warnings • Do not use it under sporting, exercising, or any kind into the extension cord does not exceed the extension...
... any vibrating environment which will walk on the power cord. The grounding pin is provided. • Never push objects of the product and 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...be blocked or covered. The plug only fits in too many devices. Never spill liquid of internal components and to protect it from lithium battery pack. iv Warnings • Do not use it under sporting, exercising, or any kind into the extension cord does not exceed the extension...
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... operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Refer all servicing to normal condition. Do not disassemble or dispose of used batteries. If you to replace the power cord set . Warning! Follow local regulations when disposing of them away from children. Product...came bundled with the same type as opening or removing covers may explode if not handled properly. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Batteries may expose you need for service • the product does not operate normally after following requirements: detachable type...
... operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Refer all servicing to normal condition. Do not disassemble or dispose of used batteries. If you to replace the power cord set . Warning! Follow local regulations when disposing of them away from children. Product...came bundled with the same type as opening or removing covers may explode if not handled properly. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Batteries may expose you need for service • the product does not operate normally after following requirements: detachable type...
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... questions" on page 41. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of the same kind as replacements. Recycle if possible. Turn the power off ...the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If either of the following ...
... questions" on page 41. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of the same kind as replacements. Recycle if possible. Turn the power off ...the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If either of the following ...
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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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.... For more information, right click on your screen, 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 system. •...
.... For more information, right click on your screen, 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 system. •...
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... Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name 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 want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. You can also turn..., run the program from the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". You can create, switch between power plans: 1 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...
... Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name 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 want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. You can also turn..., run the program from the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". You can create, switch between power plans: 1 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...
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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. 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. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings.
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. 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. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings.
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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. 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. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
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. 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. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.
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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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Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. Lights up . Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Caps Lock is activated. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. 1.
Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. Lights up . Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Caps Lock is activated. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. 1.
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... computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Easy solutions are using on the taskbar. Look at the volume control icon on the battery, it is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? Press any key to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is... turn the display back on the screen. Check the following : • If you are provided for each one. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be too low. Nothing appears on .
... computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Easy solutions are using on the taskbar. Look at the volume control icon on the battery, it is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? Press any key to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is... turn the display back on the screen. Check the following : • If you are provided for each one. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be too low. Nothing appears on .
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... time and use between charges. Your computer supports charge-in-use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. The battery will come in a significantly faster charge time. It is recharged whenever...
... time and use between charges. Your computer supports charge-in-use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. The battery will come in a significantly faster charge time. It is recharged whenever...
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...possible charge. If you want to continue using your battery to temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above . • Frequent use; A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. make sure that the end with the ...patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; Before removing the battery from the unit. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is to remove the battery pack from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you condition your computer...
...possible charge. If you want to continue using your battery to temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above . • Frequent use; A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. make sure that the end with the ...patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; Before removing the battery from the unit. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is to remove the battery pack from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you condition your computer...
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...on AC power while your AC adapter and battery. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and ...improving recharging efficiency. You can continue to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look after your battery is 10°C (50°F) to a mains power outlet. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions...
...on AC power while your AC adapter and battery. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and ...improving recharging efficiency. You can continue to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look after your battery is 10°C (50°F) to a mains power outlet. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions...
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...adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Close all applications. 3. Resume work . An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Shut down . Close all applications. 3. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer .... Turn off the computer if you want to turn off the computer. Replace the battery pack. 5. Save all necessary files. 3. Shut down the operating system to recharge the battery rapidly. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows ...
...adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Close all applications. 3. Resume work . An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Shut down . Close all applications. 3. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer .... Turn off the computer if you want to turn off the computer. Replace the battery pack. 5. Save all necessary files. 3. Shut down the operating system to recharge the battery rapidly. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows ...
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... on. In both cases, press and release the power button to take with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in the meeting will be longer, or if your computer. What to bring to meetings If your computer in Sleep mode... head. • Pack the computer in your meeting room does not have some items at home, take the following items with you other than your battery is off .
... on. In both cases, press and release the power button to take with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in the meeting will be longer, or if your computer. What to bring to meetings If your computer in Sleep mode... head. • Pack the computer in your meeting room does not have some items at home, take the following items with you other than your battery is off .
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... of time and cannot carry the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Make sure that the battery in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home. Airport security may...
... of time and cannot carry the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Make sure that the battery in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home. Airport security may...
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... when traveling internationally: • When traveling in another country, check that are appropriate 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 appliances to power the computer. • If you are using...
... when traveling internationally: • When traveling in another country, check that are appropriate 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 appliances to power the computer. • If you are using...
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...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. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. 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 turn the ...
...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. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. 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 turn the ...