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... Fax/data modem 55 Built-in network feature 56 Fast Infrared 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 57 IEEE 1394 port 57 PC Card slot 58 BIOS utility 59 Boot sequence 59 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 60 Password 60 Using software 60 Playing DVD movies 60 Power management 61...
... Fax/data modem 55 Built-in network feature 56 Fast Infrared 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 57 IEEE 1394 port 57 PC Card slot 58 BIOS utility 59 Boot sequence 59 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 60 Password 60 Using software 60 Playing DVD movies 60 Power management 61...
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...1.6 GHz or higher Memory • 256/512 MB of DDR2 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules • 512 KB flash ROM BIOS Data storage • One 40 GB and above E-IDE hard disk (2.5", 9.5mm, UltraDMA-100) • One internal optical drive • 4-in-1 ...) Display and video • Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) displaying at: - 15.0" XGA (1024x768) - 15.4" WXGA (1280x800) - 15.0" SXGA+ (1400x1050) • Acer CrystalBrite (for selected models) • ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON™ X600 with 64/128 MB of video memory (for selected models) • ATI MOBILITY™...
...1.6 GHz or higher Memory • 256/512 MB of DDR2 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules • 512 KB flash ROM BIOS Data storage • One 40 GB and above E-IDE hard disk (2.5", 9.5mm, UltraDMA-100) • One internal optical drive • 4-in-1 ...) Display and video • Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) displaying at: - 15.0" XGA (1024x768) - 15.4" WXGA (1280x800) - 15.0" SXGA+ (1400x1050) • Acer CrystalBrite (for selected models) • ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON™ X600 with 64/128 MB of video memory (for selected models) • ATI MOBILITY™...
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... Windows-specific functions. 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. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other keys to access most of functions: < > + Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + Opens...
... Windows-specific functions. 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. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other keys to access most of functions: < > + Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + Opens...
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... . If it is a mechanical eject hole on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the optical drive. I want to access the BIOS utility and verify that it is a clear path between the two infrared ports. Check the following: • Make sure that the infrared ports of 1 meter...
... . If it is a mechanical eject hole on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the optical drive. I want to access the BIOS utility and verify that it is a clear path between the two infrared ports. Check the following: • Make sure that the infrared ports of 1 meter...
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... printer. Refer to -disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS setup utility and save changes. Note: If your communication software (e.g. The system will be the only option for future recovery operations. To properly...need to set up my location to complete the installation of your location. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to the Windows manual. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the Internet Connection setup. Follow the ...
... printer. Refer to -disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS setup utility and save changes. Note: If your communication software (e.g. The system will be the only option for future recovery operations. To properly...need to set up my location to complete the installation of your location. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to the Windows manual. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the Internet Connection setup. Follow the ...
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... keyless models are traveling in another country, check that you are also available. Combine the use of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch, located on the rear of the computer, lets you must enter this password with... the computer. a security notch and passwords. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as when traveling with password checkpoints on page 59. • User...
... keyless models are traveling in another country, check that you are also available. Combine the use of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch, located on the rear of the computer, lets you must enter this password with... the computer. a security notch and passwords. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as when traveling with password checkpoints on page 59. • User...
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... this password with your password, please get in touch with password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from Hibernation for four seconds to access the BIOS utility. If you forget your dealer or an authorized service center. Try again and press . • When the User Password is set , a ...screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set and the password on boot parameter is set passwords using the BIOS utility. Combine the use the computer. If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to shut down the computer. Important!...
... this password with your password, please get in touch with password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from Hibernation for four seconds to access the BIOS utility. If you forget your dealer or an authorized service center. Try again and press . • When the User Password is set , a ...screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set and the password on boot parameter is set passwords using the BIOS utility. Combine the use the computer. If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to shut down the computer. Important!...
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... not need to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adaptor (if connected) and remove the battery pack. To activate the BIOS utility, press during the POST; then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then ...4 Replace the memory cover and secure it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your computer's BIOS. English 59 Installing memory Follow these steps to run this utility. BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in...
... not need to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adaptor (if connected) and remove the battery pack. To activate the BIOS utility, press during the POST; then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then ...4 Replace the memory cover and secure it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your computer's BIOS. English 59 Installing memory Follow these steps to run this utility. BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in...
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... a password on your hard disk does not reset the number of China Refer to enable this value to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Region code 1 2 3 4 5 6 Country or region U.S.A., Canada Europe, Middle East, South Africa... are divided into 6 regions. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set will automatically play DVD movies on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen.
... a password on your hard disk does not reset the number of China Refer to enable this value to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Region code 1 2 3 4 5 6 Country or region U.S.A., Canada Europe, Middle East, South Africa... are divided into 6 regions. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set will automatically play DVD movies on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen.
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...checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Equipment configuration error Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Memory size mismatch Press...dealer or an authorized service center. type error I/O parity error Contact your dealer. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. Disk boot failure Insert a system (bootable) disk into the floppy drive (A:), then press to more serious problems...
...checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Equipment configuration error Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Memory size mismatch Press...dealer or an authorized service center. type error I/O parity error Contact your dealer. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. Disk boot failure Insert a system (bootable) disk into the floppy drive (A:), then press to more serious problems...
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English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. 66 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. 66 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
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... messages 65 Euro 26 F FAQ. English 80 Index A AC adapter caring for v audio 28 adjusting the volume 28 troubleshooting 33 B battery pack caring for vi BIOS utility 59 brightness hotkeys 25 C caps lock 23 on indicator 19 care AC adapter v battery pack vi computer v CD-ROM ejecting 27 ejecting manually 33...
... messages 65 Euro 26 F FAQ. English 80 Index A AC adapter caring for v audio 28 adjusting the volume 28 troubleshooting 33 B battery pack caring for vi BIOS utility 59 brightness hotkeys 25 C caps lock 23 on indicator 19 care AC adapter v battery pack vi computer v CD-ROM ejecting 27 ejecting manually 33...
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... modem 37 Built-in network feature 38 Fast Infrared 38 Universal Serial Bus 39 IEEE 1394 port 39 PC Card slot 40 BIOS Utility 42 Boot sequence 42 Disc to Disc Recovery enable 42 Password 42 Using software 43 Playing DVD movies 43 Power management 44 ...44 Acer eRecovery 45 Create backup 45 Restore from backup 46 Create factory default image CD 46 Re-install bundled software without CD 47 Change password 47 Acer disc-to-disc recovery 48 Multilingual operating system installation 48 Restore...
... modem 37 Built-in network feature 38 Fast Infrared 38 Universal Serial Bus 39 IEEE 1394 port 39 PC Card slot 40 BIOS Utility 42 Boot sequence 42 Disc to Disc Recovery enable 42 Password 42 Using software 43 Playing DVD movies 43 Power management 44 ...44 Acer eRecovery 45 Create backup 45 Restore from backup 46 Create factory default image CD 46 Re-install bundled software without CD 47 Change password 47 Acer disc-to-disc recovery 48 Multilingual operating system installation 48 Restore...
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... 1.3 ~ 1.6 GHz or higher Memory • 256/512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules • 512 KB flash ROM BIOS Data storage • One 40 GB and above E-IDE hard disk (2.5", 9.5mm, UltraDMA-100) • One internal optical drive, or one 5.25-inch internal removable...
... 1.3 ~ 1.6 GHz or higher Memory • 256/512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules • 512 KB flash ROM BIOS Data storage • One 40 GB and above E-IDE hard disk (2.5", 9.5mm, UltraDMA-100) • One internal optical drive, or one 5.25-inch internal removable...
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...computer in the hot key combination. Launches the ePowerManagement in the eManager set by the Acer Empowering Key " ". Hot Key Icon Fn-F1 Function Hot key help Description Displays help on page 26. See "Acer eManager" on hot keys. English 17 Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or ...key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. See "Acer eManager" on page 26. To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode.
...computer in the hot key combination. Launches the ePowerManagement in the eManager set by the Acer Empowering Key " ". Hot Key Icon Fn-F1 Function Hot key help Description Displays help on page 26. See "Acer eManager" on hot keys. English 17 Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or ...key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. See "Acer eManager" on page 26. To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode.
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... use of your computer. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of protection for maximum security. See "BIOS Utility" on boot-up and resume from hibernation for your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorised entry into the notch and turn the... these passwords creates several different levels of a locked drawer. English 34 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to the BIOS Utility. a security notch and passwords. Learn how to secure the lock. Combine the use .
... use of your computer. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of protection for maximum security. See "BIOS Utility" on boot-up and resume from hibernation for your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorised entry into the notch and turn the... these passwords creates several different levels of a locked drawer. English 34 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to the BIOS Utility. a security notch and passwords. Learn how to secure the lock. Combine the use .
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... message appears. Then turn on boot parameter is set, a prompt appears when you fail to access the BIOS Utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you press to enter the BIOS Utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter the password correctly after... set and the password on the computer again, and try again. Try again and press . • When the User Password is set passwords using the BIOS Utility. Try again and press . Important!
... message appears. Then turn on boot parameter is set, a prompt appears when you fail to access the BIOS Utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you press to enter the BIOS Utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter the password correctly after... set and the password on the computer again, and try again. Try again and press . • When the User Password is set passwords using the BIOS Utility. Try again and press . Important!
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...the categories listed at the top of the screen and use the F5/F6 keys to run it. Find "Password on boot, activate the BIOS Utility, then select "Security" from the categories listed at the top of the screen. while the Notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration ...program built into your computer's BIOS. Find "D2D Recovery" at the top of the screen. English 42 BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is being displayed. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to "Enabled".
...the categories listed at the top of the screen and use the F5/F6 keys to run it. Find "Password on boot, activate the BIOS Utility, then select "Security" from the categories listed at the top of the screen. while the Notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration ...program built into your computer's BIOS. Find "D2D Recovery" at the top of the screen. English 42 BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is being displayed. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to "Enabled".
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Multilingual operating system installation Follow the instructions to choose the operating system and language you use this option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. The system will pop-up all data files before you purchase your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data will install the ... when you first power-on the system. 1 Turn on certain models. b Make sure the [D2D Recovery] setting in [Main] is enabled or not. English 48 Acer disc-to-disc recovery Note: This feature is only available on the system...
Multilingual operating system installation Follow the instructions to choose the operating system and language you use this option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. The system will pop-up all data files before you purchase your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data will install the ... when you first power-on the system. 1 Turn on certain models. b Make sure the [D2D Recovery] setting in [Main] is enabled or not. English 48 Acer disc-to-disc recovery Note: This feature is only available on the system...
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...: 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Modems. 3 Click on the printer. • During POST, press to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the parallel port is connected securely to the computer's parallel port and the corresponding port on Dialing Properties and begin setting.... • Make sure you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the printer cable is enabled. Try attaching an external keyboard to the Windows manual. If it is turned on. •...
...: 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Modems. 3 Click on the printer. • During POST, press to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the parallel port is connected securely to the computer's parallel port and the corresponding port on Dialing Properties and begin setting.... • Make sure you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the printer cable is enabled. Try attaching an external keyboard to the Windows manual. If it is turned on. •...