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... cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off. • Use the power button You can also shut down the computer...
... cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off. • Use the power button You can also shut down the computer...
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... 5 Acer eSettings Management 6 Acer eNet Management 6 Acer ePower Management 8 Acer ePresentation Management 9 An Aspire tour 10 Front view 10 Closed front view 11 Left view 12 Right view 13 Rear view 14 Base view 15 Specifications 16 Indicators 19 Easy-launch buttons 20 Touchpad 21 Touchpad basics 21 Using the keyboard 23 Lock keys 23 Windows...
... 5 Acer eSettings Management 6 Acer eNet Management 6 Acer ePower Management 8 Acer ePresentation Management 9 An Aspire tour 10 Front view 10 Closed front view 11 Left view 12 Right view 13 Rear view 14 Base view 15 Specifications 16 Indicators 19 Easy-launch buttons 20 Touchpad 21 Touchpad basics 21 Using the keyboard 23 Lock keys 23 Windows...
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...61 IEEE 1394 port 61 PC Card slot 62 ExpressCard 63 Installing memory 64 Connecting your TV and AV-in cables 65 Acer Arcade TV set-up wizard (Windows XP Home and Professional) 67 BIOS utility 68 Boot sequence 68 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 68 Password 68 Using software... 69 Playing DVD movies 69 Power management 70 Acer eRecovery Management 70 Create backup 70 Restore from backup 71 Create factory default ...
...61 IEEE 1394 port 61 PC Card slot 62 ExpressCard 63 Installing memory 64 Connecting your TV and AV-in cables 65 Acer Arcade TV set-up wizard (Windows XP Home and Professional) 67 BIOS utility 68 Boot sequence 68 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 68 Password 68 Using software... 69 Playing DVD movies 69 Power management 70 Acer eRecovery Management 70 Create backup 70 Restore from backup 71 Create factory default ...
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... supervisor password is the unique key that can be used to encrypt files by unauthorized persons. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on the... appropriate utility and select the Help function. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will be used to encrypt/decrypt a file:...
... supervisor password is the unique key that can be used to encrypt files by unauthorized persons. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on the... appropriate utility and select the Help function. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will be used to encrypt/decrypt a file:...
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release unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - improve the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization - remove unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook.
release unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - improve the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization - remove unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook.
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...; Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for a new location, while offering you the freedom to manually adjust the settings to optimize your Windows operating system, so your PC. Empowering Technology 6 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to both wired and wireless networks in the taskbar.
...; Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for a new location, while offering you the freedom to manually adjust the settings to optimize your Windows operating system, so your PC. Empowering Technology 6 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to both wired and wireless networks in the taskbar.
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... Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. DC mode To suit your own profiles. Create new power scheme 1 Assign a name for mains (AC) or battery ... as a templat. 3 Select whether used for the new scheme. 2 Choose existing scheme to turn the following functions on current usage, refer to three of the window. Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface.
... Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. DC mode To suit your own profiles. Create new power scheme 1 Assign a name for mains (AC) or battery ... as a templat. 3 Select whether used for the new scheme. 2 Choose existing scheme to turn the following functions on current usage, refer to three of the window. Empowering Technology 8 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface.
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...Specifications Operating system Platform System memory Display and graphics Storage subsystem Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2) Microsoft® Windows® Media Center Edition Intel® Pentium® M processor 725a ... MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability DVI-D support, S-video/TV-out support (NTSC/PAL) Acer CinemaVision™ video technology (Acer Arcade) Acer ClearVision™ video optimisation technology (Acer Arcade) 60/80/100 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive Optical drive options: •...
...Specifications Operating system Platform System memory Display and graphics Storage subsystem Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2) Microsoft® Windows® Media Center Edition Intel® Pentium® M processor 725a ... MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability DVI-D support, S-video/TV-out support (NTSC/PAL) Acer CinemaVision™ video technology (Acer Arcade) Acer ClearVision™ video optimisation technology (Acer Arcade) 60/80/100 GB ATA/100 hard disk drive Optical drive options: •...
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.... English 21 Touchpad The built-in touchpad is the same as you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Touchpad basics The following items show you move left and right buttons on its surface.
.... English 21 Touchpad The built-in touchpad is the same as you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Touchpad basics The following items show you move left and right buttons on its surface.
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.... When Num Lock is in uppercase. English 23 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. When Scroll Lock is off .
.... When Num Lock is in uppercase. English 23 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. When Scroll Lock is off .
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.... It can also be used with other key in the hotkey combination. This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume ...output and the BIOS utility. it launches the Start menu. Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application's context menu...
.... It can also be used with other key in the hotkey combination. This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume ...output and the BIOS utility. it launches the Start menu. Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application's context menu...
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... on the same screen. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that the second monitor is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. To access this... monitor. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this function,...
... on the same screen. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that the second monitor is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. To access this... monitor. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this function,...
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"Easy-launch buttons" on page 20 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop. English 30 Acer GridVista is simple to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is set to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to the manufacturer's recommended value.
"Easy-launch buttons" on page 20 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop. English 30 Acer GridVista is simple to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is set to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to the manufacturer's recommended value.
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... refer to stop working. If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for viruses? How do not have to the Norton AntiVirus Help menu...
... refer to stop working. If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for viruses? How do not have to the Norton AntiVirus Help menu...
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... resolution. Check the following: • If you set to restart the system. Remove or replace it is not lit, no power is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to power the computer. Right-click on your computer. Nothing appears on the screen. Press any key to turn the display...
... resolution. Check the following: • If you set to restart the system. Remove or replace it is not lit, no power is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to power the computer. Right-click on your computer. Nothing appears on the screen. Press any key to turn the display...
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... taskbar. See "Hotkeys" on both devices are facing each other (+/- 15 degrees) a maximum of the two devices are IrDA-compliant. Nothing should be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. out port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center...
... taskbar. See "Hotkeys" on both devices are facing each other (+/- 15 degrees) a maximum of the two devices are IrDA-compliant. Nothing should be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. out port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center...
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... and all data files before using this option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to back up all data will reboot. The system will be the only option for future recovery operations. Follow the steps below to... up your communication software (e.g. I want to restore my computer to use your location. After the Operating System is not necessary to the Windows manual. English 35 I want to set up my location to its original settings without recovery CDs. To properly use the internal modem. HyperTerminal...
... and all data files before using this option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to back up all data will reboot. The system will be the only option for future recovery operations. Follow the steps below to... up your communication software (e.g. I want to restore my computer to use your location. After the Operating System is not necessary to the Windows manual. English 35 I want to set up my location to its original settings without recovery CDs. To properly use the internal modem. HyperTerminal...
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decreases the screen brightness InstantOn Arcade mode With some Aspire models, it is possible to use either the media controls located on the front of your notebook. This will start InstantOn Arcade mode. Hotkey + + + + + + + + Function ... down ; You can use Acer Arcade to watch TV, listen to music, and view photos without first switching on the front panel of your PC. InstantOn Arcade mode does not share all the same functions as standard Arcade. 38 English Arcade hotkeys When running in the Windows environment, the key combinations listed...
decreases the screen brightness InstantOn Arcade mode With some Aspire models, it is possible to use either the media controls located on the front of your notebook. This will start InstantOn Arcade mode. Hotkey + + + + + + + + Function ... down ; You can use Acer Arcade to watch TV, listen to music, and view photos without first switching on the front panel of your PC. InstantOn Arcade mode does not share all the same functions as standard Arcade. 38 English Arcade hotkeys When running in the Windows environment, the key combinations listed...
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The table below for details. The Arcade and Power buttons have different functions depending on your Aspire is bundled with the Acer Arcade software. Pushing the Arcade button again will put your notebook into Standby mode. English 39 48-button remote control If your ...power option settings. Button functions may change depending on the current mode. For Arcade in Windows mode, push the Arcade button to resume. Pushing it again to start Acer Arcade. Pushing the Power button will close Arcade mode. Push the Power button to start Arcade. Push ...
The table below for details. The Arcade and Power buttons have different functions depending on your Aspire is bundled with the Acer Arcade software. Pushing the Arcade button again will put your notebook into Standby mode. English 39 48-button remote control If your ...power option settings. Button functions may change depending on the current mode. For Arcade in Windows mode, push the Arcade button to resume. Pushing it again to start Acer Arcade. Pushing the Power button will close Arcade mode. Push the Power button to start Arcade. Push ...
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40 English Remote functions # Item Description 1 Record Record TV 2 Arcade Launch/quit Acer Arcade; Change channels up and down 8 Rewind Rewind through media 24 DVD menu Launch DVD menu screen 25 Stop Stop current playing or recording operation ..., slide shows, live or recorded TV 10 Play Play selection 11 Back Back to previous page 12 Navigation/ OK buttons Navigate between full screen and window view 18 Capture Capture the current TV/Video screen 19 Repeat Repeat a music track 20 Mute Toggle audio on individual DVD content
40 English Remote functions # Item Description 1 Record Record TV 2 Arcade Launch/quit Acer Arcade; Change channels up and down 8 Rewind Rewind through media 24 DVD menu Launch DVD menu screen 25 Stop Stop current playing or recording operation ..., slide shows, live or recorded TV 10 Play Play selection 11 Back Back to previous page 12 Navigation/ OK buttons Navigate between full screen and window view 18 Capture Capture the current TV/Video screen 19 Repeat Repeat a music track 20 Mute Toggle audio on individual DVD content