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The following tips: • refrain from staying too long in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by looking away from the monitor and focusing on how to relax your neck and shoulders • ..., shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using a display visor, such as open windows, for extended periods of time.
The following tips: • refrain from staying too long in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by looking away from the monitor and focusing on how to relax your neck and shoulders • ..., shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using a display visor, such as open windows, for extended periods of time.
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... route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do 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...
... route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do 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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... xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv 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 Top view 15 Closed front view 17 Left...
... xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv 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 Top view 15 Closed front view 17 Left...
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... the power plan you wish to switch 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". You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. Note: You ...options. To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you to save your new power plan. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch...
... the power plan you wish to switch 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". You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. Note: You ...options. To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you to save your new power plan. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch...
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Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in 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 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 view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window.
Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in 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 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 view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window.
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... and default encryption password. Note: The password used to encrypt files by unauthorized persons. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that the system needs to decrypt it. It is the unique key that...passwords, there will prompt you can choose to safeguard all related passwords! The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will be used to encrypt a file is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on...
... and default encryption password. Note: The password used to encrypt files by unauthorized persons. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that the system needs to decrypt it. It is the unique key that...passwords, there will prompt you can choose to safeguard all related passwords! The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will be used to encrypt a file is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on...
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... Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume...
... Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume...
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21 Specifications English Operating system Platform System memory Display • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Windows Vista™ Starter Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: • Intel® Core™2 Duo Mobile...; PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/ g), or 3945BG (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology Intel® Celeron® processor technology 530/540/550 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.73/1.86/2 GHz, 533 MHz FSB)...
21 Specifications English Operating system Platform System memory Display • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Windows Vista™ Starter Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: • Intel® Core™2 Duo Mobile...; PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/ g), or 3945BG (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology Intel® Celeron® processor technology 530/540/550 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.73/1.86/2 GHz, 533 MHz FSB)...
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...power-saving modes • 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) • 44.4 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-use • 3-pin...cursor layout; 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel • Seamless touchpad with 4-way scroll button • 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, standard numeric keypad, international language support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys, media control keys • Empowering Key ...
...power-saving modes • 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) • 44.4 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-use • 3-pin...cursor layout; 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel • Seamless touchpad with 4-way scroll button • 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, standard numeric keypad, international language support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys, media control keys • Empowering Key ...
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...clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to drag the cursor. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. These two buttons are similar to the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to finger movement; Access context ... This button mimics your fingers - Tap once. English 28 • Press the left and right buttons on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on the touchpad is sensitive to perform selection and execution functions. Note: ...
...clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to drag the cursor. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. These two buttons are similar to the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to finger movement; Access context ... This button mimics your fingers - Tap once. English 28 • Press the left and right buttons on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on the touchpad is sensitive to perform selection and execution functions. Note: ...
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... Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). English 29 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys, separate numeric keypad, cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
... Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). English 29 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys, separate numeric keypad, cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
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...can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain... on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; English 30 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it opens the...
...can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain... on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; English 30 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it opens the...
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... Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with sound, not speakers. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone offers realistic surround sound from just two speakers. Dolby Virtual Speaker delivers a 5.1-channel surround sound listening experience from any pair of your Windows system. It's perfect for enjoying movies, games and music...
... Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with sound, not speakers. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone offers realistic surround sound from just two speakers. Dolby Virtual Speaker delivers a 5.1-channel surround sound listening experience from any pair of your Windows system. It's perfect for enjoying movies, games and music...
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... of your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Acer GridVista. English 37 Using the system utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be... Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is only available on certain models. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Select the secondary...
... of your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Acer GridVista. English 37 Using the system utilities Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be... Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is only available on certain models. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Select the secondary...
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... 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. English 38 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is set to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the...
... 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. English 38 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is set to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the...
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... working. English 39 Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is complete, review the results of the scan. Note: For optimal security, run unattended on the Windows desktop. 2 Select Tasks & Scans. 3 Select Run Scan to scan your system. 4 When the scan is an anti-virus utility that run a Full System Scan when...
... working. English 39 Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is complete, review the results of the scan. Note: For optimal security, run unattended on the Windows desktop. 2 Select Tasks & Scans. 3 Select Run Scan to scan your system. 4 When the scan is an anti-virus utility that run a Full System Scan when...
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... a key does not turn the display back on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be too low. Connect the AC adapter... to the computer. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is not lit, no power is being supplied to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that...
... a key does not turn the display back on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be too low. Connect the AC adapter... to the computer. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is not lit, no power is being supplied to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that...
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... the Internet Connection setup, as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. English 41 • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the Windows manual.
... the Internet Connection setup, as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. English 41 • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the Windows manual.
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... Optimizing battery life helps you to a mains power outlet. The recommended temperature is correctly installed in a significantly faster charge time. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to start the next day with the computer turned...
... Optimizing battery life helps you to a mains power outlet. The recommended temperature is correctly installed in a significantly faster charge time. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to start the next day with the computer turned...
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... to turn off the computer. 4. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to turn off the computer if you want to the Windows power meter. You have no spare battery pack. 1. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume...
... to turn off the computer. 4. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to turn off the computer if you want to the Windows power meter. You have no spare battery pack. 1. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume...