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...no PCMCIA Card is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to block out noisy surroundings. • Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you. Use a damp cloth for...• Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods. • Do not increase the volume to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning Unplug this document for cleaning. If the system has multiple sources of PCMCIA Slot Your computer shipped with...
...no PCMCIA Card is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to block out noisy surroundings. • Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you. Use a damp cloth for...• Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods. • Do not increase the volume to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning Unplug this document for cleaning. If the system has multiple sources of PCMCIA Slot Your computer shipped with...
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...branch circuit rating. The overall system load must not be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are not sure of the type of power available, consult your electrician for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating ...make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. • Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by placing the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use it from overheating. If the product falls, it ...
...branch circuit rating. The overall system load must not be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are not sure of the type of power available, consult your electrician for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating ...make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. • Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by placing the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use it from overheating. If the product falls, it ...
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...need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to replace the power cord set . The battery can be charged and Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from unexpected noise produced by other ... of a new battery is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel. Do not pierce, open ...
...need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to replace the power cord set . The battery can be charged and Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from unexpected noise produced by other ... of a new battery is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel. Do not pierce, open ...
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... (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department. In the average home, 75% of Energy (DOE). As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Products that this product meets the ENERGY... earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in the...
... (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department. In the average home, 75% of Energy (DOE). As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Products that this product meets the ENERGY... earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in the...
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...your notebook. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. See "Front view" on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion...thank you to complete the installation. xiii First things first We would like to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your new computer. Your guides To help you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your notebook. In addition it : 1 Click on Start, All Programs...
...your notebook. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy-launch buttons. See "Front view" on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion...thank you to complete the installation. xiii First things first We would like to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your new computer. Your guides To help you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your notebook. In addition it : 1 Click on Start, All Programs...
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... display when you are some ways to take care of it. • Do not expose the computer to shut down the computer. Carefully route the power cord and any liquid on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to... You can also put the computer in should not exceed the fuse rating. If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to direct sunlight. Taking care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to turn it . xiv ...
... display when you are some ways to take care of it. • Do not expose the computer to shut down the computer. Carefully route the power cord and any liquid on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to... You can also put the computer in should not exceed the fuse rating. If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to direct sunlight. Taking care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to turn it . xiv ...
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... your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. 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. If either of the following occurs: • the computer...
... your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. 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. If either of the following occurs: • the computer...
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...60 BIOS utility 60 Boot sequence 60 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 61 Password 61 Using software 61 Playing DVD movies 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Create backup 62 Burn backup disc 63 Restore and recovery 63 Troubleshooting 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error messages ... Radio device regulatory notice 71 General 71 European Union (EU) 71 The FCC RF safety requirement 73 Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 74 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 75 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity 76 77 Index ...
...60 BIOS utility 60 Boot sequence 60 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 61 Password 61 Using software 61 Playing DVD movies 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Create backup 62 Burn backup disc 63 Restore and recovery 63 Troubleshooting 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error messages ... Radio device regulatory notice 71 General 71 European Union (EU) 71 The FCC RF safety requirement 73 Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 74 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 75 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity 76 77 Index ...
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..., you to do so. Actual product specifications may vary. • 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 (for general reference...
..., you to do so. Actual product specifications may vary. • 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 (for general reference...
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... In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you wish to save your power management options. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you to from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start...
... In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you wish to save your power management options. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you to from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start...
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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. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish 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. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to the panel in
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...power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Empowering Technology 13 Windows Mobility Center (for Windows Vista only) The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer...sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + •...
...power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Empowering Technology 13 Windows Mobility Center (for Windows Vista only) The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer...sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + •...
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... components. 10 Easy-launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on page 26 for more details. 11 Power button Turns the computer on page 26 for your computer. 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for more details. 13 Empowering key Launch... Acer Empowering Technology right) way scroll button. 9 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions ...
... components. 10 Easy-launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on page 26 for more details. 11 Power button Turns the computer on page 26 for your computer. 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for more details. 13 Empowering key Launch... Acer Empowering Technology right) way scroll button. 9 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions ...
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... • Dimensions and • weight Power • subsystem • • Input devices • • • • • • • Audio • • • • 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection) enhancement Optical...2.4 kg (5.29 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 44 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) 3-pin 65 W AC adaptor 88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with 5-degree curve, inverted "T" cursor layout; ...
... • Dimensions and • weight Power • subsystem • • Input devices • • • • • • • Audio • • • • 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection) enhancement Optical...2.4 kg (5.29 lbs.) with 6-cell battery pack ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 44 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) 3-pin 65 W AC adaptor 88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with 5-degree curve, inverted "T" cursor layout; ...
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Indicates the computer's power status. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 1. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral ...: The light shows amber when the battery is active. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up when Num Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights up .
Indicates the computer's power status. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 1. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral ...: The light shows amber when the battery is active. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up when Num Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights up .
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... pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the display screen backlight off . See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkey Icon + ...the internal touchpad on and off. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. English 32 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like ...
... pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the display screen backlight off . See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkey Icon + ...the internal touchpad on and off. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. English 32 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like ...
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... on the computer or on the Settings tab to fill the computer display. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Press and release the power button to save power. Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the screen. Then click on ...-click on . Nothing appears on the screen. Press any key to the computer. Image is being supplied to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up the "Display Properties" dialog box. English 42 Frequently asked questions The following : • ...
... on the computer or on the Settings tab to fill the computer display. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Press and release the power button to save power. Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the screen. Then click on ...-click on . Nothing appears on the screen. Press any key to the computer. Image is being supplied to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up the "Display Properties" dialog box. English 42 Frequently asked questions The following : • ...
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out port on the power. There is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be muted. If it is a mechanical ...
out port on the power. There is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be muted. If it is a mechanical ...
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English 44 • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is installed when you purchase your system is the multilingual version, the operating system and language you choose when you first ... use your location. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is important to back up my location to rebuild...
English 44 • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is installed when you purchase your system is the multilingual version, the operating system and language you choose when you first ... use your location. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is important to back up my location to rebuild...
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... ordering a spare battery pack. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you 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. It is ...a "conditioning" process that you travel or during a power failure. The battery will come in a significantly faster charge time. This means that the battery's performance will degrade over time. Battery ...
... ordering a spare battery pack. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you 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. It is ...a "conditioning" process that you travel or during a power failure. The battery will come in a significantly faster charge time. This means that the battery's performance will degrade over time. Battery ...