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... that is not properly grounded may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the total ampere rating of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the cord. • If an extension cord is used , the load should never be placed near water. •... falls, it could result in too many devices. The openings should be blocked or covered. The overall system load must not be operated from lithium battery pack. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. iv Warnings • Do not use it from overheating. Warning!
... that is not properly grounded may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the total ampere rating of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the cord. • If an extension cord is used , the load should never be placed near water. •... falls, it could result in too many devices. The openings should be blocked or covered. The overall system load must not be operated from lithium battery pack. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. iv Warnings • Do not use it from overheating. Warning!
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... 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Unplug this product. • Use the product only with your product. Batteries may present a risk of used batteries. Replace the battery with the performance of this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the... since improper adjustment of other risks. If you need to replace the power cord set . Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Use of another battery may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of them away from children. Warning! ...
... 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Unplug this product. • Use the product only with your product. Batteries may present a risk of used batteries. Replace the battery with the performance of this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the... since improper adjustment of other risks. If you need to replace the power cord set . Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Use of another battery may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of them away from children. Warning! ...
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... Use a soft, moist cloth. 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 following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has...damaged; • the computer does not operate normally please refer to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Recycle if possible. xiv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to "Frequently asked questions" on page 45.
... Use a soft, moist cloth. 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 following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has...damaged; • the computer does not operate normally please refer to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Recycle if possible. xiv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to "Frequently asked questions" on page 45.
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... of 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 ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front view...
... of 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 ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front view...
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...38 Charging the phone 38 Connecting the phone to your notebook 39 Using the phone 41 Using the system utilities 42 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 42 Launch Manager 43 Norton Internet Security 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 ...(ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery pack 49 Battery pack characteristics 49 Maximizing the battery's life 49 Installing and removing the battery pack 50 Charging the battery 51 Checking the battery level 51 Optimising battery life 51 Battery-low warning 52 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 53 Finding...
...38 Charging the phone 38 Connecting the phone to your notebook 39 Using the phone 41 Using the system utilities 42 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 42 Launch Manager 43 Norton Internet Security 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 ...(ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery pack 49 Battery pack characteristics 49 Maximizing the battery's life 49 Installing and removing the battery pack 50 Charging the battery 51 Checking the battery level 51 Optimising battery life 51 Battery-low warning 52 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 53 Finding...
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... write down 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 ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. •...
... write down 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 ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. •...
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...plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from... the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More...
...plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from... the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More...
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To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish 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 the panel in Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window.
To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish 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 the panel in Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. 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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Indicates the computer's power status. 3 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 4 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 5 Bluetooth Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. S/PDIF support 8 Microphone-in ...
Indicates the computer's power status. 3 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 4 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 5 Bluetooth Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. S/PDIF support 8 Microphone-in ...
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Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 20 Rear view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 Item Kensington lock slot USB 2.0 ports Battery Ethernet (RJ-45) port Description Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network (for selected models). Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Powers the computer.
Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 20 Rear view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 Item Kensington lock slot USB 2.0 ports Battery Ethernet (RJ-45) port Description Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network (for selected models). Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Powers the computer.
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 21 Base view English # Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 21 Base view English # Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
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...-Super Multi double-layer drive • 24X DVD/CD-RW combo drive Acer Video Conference, supporting Voice and Video over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) via Acer OrbiCam™ and optional Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam™ integrated 310,000 pixel CMOS camera, featuring: • 225...10/1.37 inches) 2.4 kg (5.28 lbs.) ACPI3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 44.6 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery (6-cell) 65 W AC adapter 88-/89-key keyboard, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel Touchpad with 4-way scroll button 12 function...
...-Super Multi double-layer drive • 24X DVD/CD-RW combo drive Acer Video Conference, supporting Voice and Video over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) via Acer OrbiCam™ and optional Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam™ integrated 310,000 pixel CMOS camera, featuring: • 225...10/1.37 inches) 2.4 kg (5.28 lbs.) ACPI3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 44.6 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery (6-cell) 65 W AC adapter 88-/89-key keyboard, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel Touchpad with 4-way scroll button 12 function...
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.... English 25 Optional items Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone featuring Acer Voice Connection Manager • 512 MB /1 GB / 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM module • 9-cell 7200 mAh Li-ion battery pack • 6-cell 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack • External USB floppy disk drive • 65...
.... English 25 Optional items Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone featuring Acer Voice Connection Manager • 512 MB /1 GB / 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM module • 9-cell 7200 mAh Li-ion battery pack • 6-cell 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack • External USB floppy disk drive • 65...
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Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed up. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Power Indicates the computer's power status. 26 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators: English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is active.
Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed up. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Power Indicates the computer's power status. 26 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators: English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is active.
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..., but can be reset by users. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Easy-launch button P Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) Internet browser ...(user-programmable) User-programmable Easy-launch buttons There are several conveniently located easy-launch buttons. See "Launch Manager" on page 1. English 27 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery ...
..., but can be reset by users. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Easy-launch button P Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) Internet browser ...(user-programmable) User-programmable Easy-launch buttons There are several conveniently located easy-launch buttons. See "Launch Manager" on page 1. English 27 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery ...
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... pushed on . 2. Charging the phone You need to be recharged. Insert the phone to the slot label up during charge and turns off when the battery is linking with the notebook. Blinking slow The phone is full. Turn the notebook on the slot.
... pushed on . 2. Charging the phone You need to be recharged. Insert the phone to the slot label up during charge and turns off when the battery is linking with the notebook. Blinking slow The phone is full. Turn the notebook on the slot.
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... the "Display Properties" dialog box. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it with a system disk... 45 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may be set to the appropriate resolution. If you are using on the battery, it is not lit, no power is being supplied to power the computer.
... the "Display Properties" dialog box. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it with a system disk... 45 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may be set to the appropriate resolution. If you are using on the battery, it is not lit, no power is being supplied to power the computer.
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... 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. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. Contact your computer's battery will degrade over time. This means...
... 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. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. Contact your computer's battery will degrade over time. This means...
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...charged and discharged three times. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. Before removing the battery from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that the top surface of its effective life. Use this procedure will reach... you use ; Otherwise, turn off the computer first. make sure that the end with the open battery bay; Failure to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for more you from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you want to...
...charged and discharged three times. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. Before removing the battery from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that the top surface of its effective life. Use this procedure will reach... you use ; Otherwise, turn off the computer first. make sure that the end with the open battery bay; Failure to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for more you from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you want to...
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... You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for the day. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for on-the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if... it is charging. Higher temperatures cause the battery to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to 30°C. English English 51 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to self-discharge faster. • ...
... You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for the day. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for on-the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if... it is charging. Higher temperatures cause the battery to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to 30°C. English English 51 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to self-discharge faster. • ...