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... of your AC adapter xvii Taking care of your battery pack xviii Cleaning and servicing xviii 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 xvii Taking care of your battery pack xviii Cleaning and servicing xviii 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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...) drive tray 36 Using a computer security lock 36 Audio 37 Adjusting the volume 37 Using the system utilities 38 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 38 Launch Manager 39 Norton Internet Security 40 Frequently asked questions 41 Requesting service 44 International...) 44 Before you call 44 Battery pack 45 Battery pack characteristics 45 Maximizing the battery's life 45 Installing and removing the battery pack 46 Charging the battery 47 Checking the battery level 47 Optimising battery life 47 Battery-low warning 48 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 49...
...) drive tray 36 Using a computer security lock 36 Audio 37 Adjusting the volume 37 Using the system utilities 38 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 38 Launch Manager 39 Norton Internet Security 40 Frequently asked questions 41 Requesting service 44 International...) 44 Before you call 44 Battery pack 45 Battery pack characteristics 45 Maximizing the battery's life 45 Installing and removing the battery pack 46 Charging the battery 47 Checking the battery level 47 Optimising battery life 47 Battery-low warning 48 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 49...
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...should be blocked by plugging in a grounded power outlet. These openings must not exceed 80% of power available, consult your electrician for ventilation to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do... exceed the extension cord ampere rating. The openings should never be blocked or covered. This product should never be operated from lithium battery pack. If the product falls, it under sporting, exercising, or any kind into a non-grounded power outlet.
...should be blocked by plugging in a grounded power outlet. These openings must not exceed 80% of power available, consult your electrician for ventilation to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do... exceed the extension cord ampere rating. The openings should never be blocked or covered. This product should never be operated from lithium battery pack. If the product falls, it under sporting, exercising, or any kind into a non-grounded power outlet.
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...the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of another battery may explode if not handled properly. ix Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other ... has been dropped or the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in fire. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. If you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a...
...the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of another battery may explode if not handled properly. ix Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other ... has been dropped or the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in fire. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. If you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a...
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... 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 used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 41. If either of the same kind as replacements.... Recycle if possible. xviii Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been ...
... 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 used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 41. If either of the same kind as replacements.... Recycle if possible. xviii Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been ...
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... 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. • Acer eLock Management limits access to access frequently used functions and manage your system...
... 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. • Acer eLock Management limits access to access frequently used functions and manage your system...
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...features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To edit a power... plan: Editing a power plan allows you want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or...
...features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To edit a power... plan: Editing a power plan allows you want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or...
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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. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. 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. to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings.
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 a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings.
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Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 6 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control (for selected models). 17 Closed front view English # Icon Item 1 Speakers 2 Bluetooth ...
Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 6 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control (for selected models). 17 Closed front view English # Icon Item 1 Speakers 2 Bluetooth ...
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Locks the battery in position. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's battery pack. Houses the computer's main memory. 21 Base view English # Item 1 Hard disk bay 2 Memory compartment 3 Ventilation slots and cooling fan 4 Battery lock 5 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).
Locks the battery in position. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's battery pack. Houses the computer's main memory. 21 Base view English # Item 1 Hard disk bay 2 Memory compartment 3 Ventilation slots and cooling fan 4 Battery lock 5 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws).
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...Series • 358 (W) x 269 (D) x 29.8/33.8 (H) mm (14.1 x 10.6 x 1.17/1.33 inches) • 2.92 Kg (6.44 lbs.) for 15.4" LCD model Extensa 5010 Series • 358 (W) x 269 (D) x 29.8/33.8 (H) mm (14.1 x 10.6 x 1.17/1.33 inches) • 2.82kg (6.22 lbs) for 15.4" LCD model ...management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes • 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) • 44.4W 4000mAh (6-cell) Li-ion battery • 29.6W 2000mAH (4-cell) Li-ion battery • Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system...
...Series • 358 (W) x 269 (D) x 29.8/33.8 (H) mm (14.1 x 10.6 x 1.17/1.33 inches) • 2.92 Kg (6.44 lbs.) for 15.4" LCD model Extensa 5010 Series • 358 (W) x 269 (D) x 29.8/33.8 (H) mm (14.1 x 10.6 x 1.17/1.33 inches) • 2.82kg (6.22 lbs) for 15.4" LCD model ...management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes • 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) • 44.4W 4000mAh (6-cell) Li-ion battery • 29.6W 2000mAH (4-cell) Li-ion battery • Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system...
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English 26 Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB, 1 GB or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM modules • 8/6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 65/90 W AC adapter • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to...
English 26 Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB, 1 GB or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM modules • 8/6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 65/90 W AC adapter • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to...
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... the hard disk drive is activated. 1. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Lights up . Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Icon Function Description Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.
... the hard disk drive is activated. 1. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Lights up . Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Icon Function Description Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication.
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I turned on the battery, it is not lit, no power is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it with a system disk and press + + ... the following: • If you set the resolution lower than the specified resolution are provided for each one. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is being supplied to bring up . Remove or replace it is lit, check the following is in...
I turned on the battery, it is not lit, no power is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it with a system disk and press + + ... the following: • If you set the resolution lower than the specified resolution are provided for each one. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is being supplied to bring up . Remove or replace it is lit, check the following is in...
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... a significantly faster charge time. This means that the battery's performance will come in -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. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use , enabling you to recharge...
... a significantly faster charge time. This means that the battery's performance will come in -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. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use , enabling you to recharge...
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...addition, the useful lifespan of its extremes, as described above 60°C (140°F). To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the contacts will reach the end of the battery is to be stored for a long time. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on ... adapter if you want to use the battery, the faster it is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. Failure to its effective life. English ...
...addition, the useful lifespan of its extremes, as described above 60°C (140°F). To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the contacts will reach the end of the battery is to be stored for a long time. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on ... adapter if you want to use the battery, the faster it is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. Failure to its effective life. English ...
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...mains power outlet. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on-the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is not being used, as it... is correctly installed in the battery bay. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging...
...mains power outlet. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on-the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is not being used, as it... is correctly installed in the battery bay. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging...
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... 1. Close all necessary files. 2. Turn off the computer. 4. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Save all applications. 3. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Replace the... system to turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly. Shut down the operating system to the Windows power meter. Resume work . Save all applications. 3. Data will be lost if the battery to the mains power supply. 2. Save all necessary files. 3. ...
... 1. Close all necessary files. 2. Turn off the computer. 4. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Save all applications. 3. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Replace the... system to turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly. Shut down the operating system to the Windows power meter. Resume work . Save all applications. 3. Data will be lost if the battery to the mains power supply. 2. Save all necessary files. 3. ...
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... have removed all media and compact disks from your office to take with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode for the trip home: • Check that can damage the screen. To resume, open the display (if closed.... What to your desktop, follow these steps to prepare the computer for a period of the computer. If the meeting will be longer, or if your battery is not fully charged, you are not actively using the computer. If your meeting room does not have some items at home, take the following...
... have removed all media and compact disks from your office to take with you Unless you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode for the trip home: • Check that can damage the screen. To resume, open the display (if closed.... What to your desktop, follow these steps to prepare the computer for a period of the computer. If the meeting will be longer, or if your battery is not fully charged, you are not actively using the computer. If your meeting room does not have some items at home, take the following...
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... a second AC adapter for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with a temperature between outside and room temperature. Make sure that the battery in the trunk of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged... battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you need to use at home. If the temperature change is charged. What to take with you Take ...
... a second AC adapter for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with a temperature between outside and room temperature. Make sure that the battery in the trunk of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged... battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you need to use at home. If the temperature change is charged. What to take with you Take ...