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... as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the equipment operator as close to the AC power outlet. Follow all power cords from the computer. Use a damp cloth for certain models... carefully. Dummies protect unused slots from the electrical outlet. Keep this product from the wall outlet before removing the power supply unit from the power supplies. Do not use when no cards are in the card slots. If the system has multiple sources of...
... as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the equipment operator as close to the AC power outlet. Follow all power cords from the computer. Use a damp cloth for certain models... carefully. Dummies protect unused slots from the electrical outlet. Keep this product from the wall outlet before removing the power supply unit from the power supplies. Do not use when no cards are in the card slots. If the system has multiple sources of...
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... input rating. • This product's AC adapter is equipped with this product, make sure that could be blocked by plugging in a grounded power outlet. If power strips are used with a three-wire grounded plug. Do not insert the plug into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. •...; Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by placing the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. iv Warnings • Do not use it under sporting, ...
... input rating. • This product's AC adapter is equipped with this product, make sure that could be blocked by plugging in a grounded power outlet. If power strips are used with a three-wire grounded plug. Do not insert the plug into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. •...; Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by placing the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. iv Warnings • Do not use it under sporting, ...
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...or damage. Unplug this product from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is a safety feature. Do not use it to qualified service personnel. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Note:...condition. If the battery leaks and you come into the product • the product was spilled into Product servicing Do not attempt to replace the power cord set . Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct ...
...or damage. Unplug this product from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is a safety feature. Do not use it to qualified service personnel. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Note:...condition. If the battery leaks and you come into the product • the product was spilled into Product servicing Do not attempt to replace the power cord set . Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct ...
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... after long hours of all electricity used to power home electronics is applicable only to 50% less energy than conventional equipment. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Users are turned off position use up to Acer notebooks with an ENERGY STAR sticker located in ...that 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. Incorrect computer usage may appear in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or ...
... after long hours of all electricity used to power home electronics is applicable only to 50% less energy than conventional equipment. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Users are turned off position use up to Acer notebooks with an ENERGY STAR sticker located in ...that 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. Incorrect computer usage may appear in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or ...
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... of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you close it. • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. Carefully route the power cord and any of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to temperatures below the LCD screen. If you turn off the... the computer. xiv Basic care and tips for more than four seconds to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. To turn the power off, do any cables away from foot traffic. Do not place it near sources of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command...
... of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you close it. • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. Carefully route the power cord and any of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to temperatures below the LCD screen. If you turn off the... the computer. xiv Basic care and tips for more than four seconds to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. To turn the power off, do any cables away from foot traffic. Do not place it near sources of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command...
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.... Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. xv • When unplugging the... power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not ...
.... Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. xv • When unplugging the... power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not ...
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...-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 63 Exposure of humans to -disk recovery 43 Password 43 Using software 44 Playing DVD movies 44 Power management 45 Acer eRecovery Management 46 Burn backup discs 47 Create a user backup 48 Manage user backups 50 Restore 51 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 52 Troubleshooting...
...-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 63 Exposure of humans to -disk recovery 43 Password 43 Using software 44 Playing DVD movies 44 Power management 45 Acer eRecovery Management 46 Burn backup discs 47 Create a user backup 48 Manage user backups 50 Restore 51 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 52 Troubleshooting...
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... Key again or click the hide button on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then select Help. You may vary. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans (only for certain models). • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely (only for general reference only. Empowering Technology...
... Key again or click the hide button on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then select Help. You may vary. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans (only for certain models). • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely (only for general reference only. Empowering Technology...
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... save your computer to use. 5 Click OK to . Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower Management utility, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select...
... save your computer to use. 5 Click OK to . Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower Management utility, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select...
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...between power plans by launching the Acer ePower Management application. To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to save your new settings. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power ...settings as required. 3 Click Apply to delete. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Battery status 1 The quick menu shows the remaining battery life based on current usage. 2 You can also launch the Acer ePower Management application and refer to the Battery status panel located just below ...
...between power plans by launching the Acer ePower Management application. To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to save your new settings. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power ...settings as required. 3 Click Apply to delete. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Battery status 1 The quick menu shows the remaining battery life based on current usage. 2 You can also launch the Acer ePower Management application and refer to the Battery status panel located just below ...
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Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a ...Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. in the Start menu • Launch Windows Mobility Center by right-clicking and select...
Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a ...Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. in the Start menu • Launch Windows Mobility Center by right-clicking and select...
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.... Bluetooth (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Num Lock is closed up. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's ...
.... Bluetooth (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Num Lock is closed up. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's ...
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... speakers on page 1. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help Description Displays help on and off to save power. Decreases the screen brightness. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys. + + + + + + + < > Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Brightness down Decreases the...
... speakers on page 1. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help Description Displays help on and off to save power. Decreases the screen brightness. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys. + + + + + + + < > Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Brightness down Decreases the...
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... questions The following is a list of your computer. Nothing appears on the taskbar. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Check the following: • If you are provided for... it is crossed-out, click on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to power the computer. Look at the volume control icon on page 17 for each one. Easy solutions are using ..., the computer is lit, check the following : • The volume may be set to the power outlet. • If it is in the external USB floppy drive? You can also use of ...
... questions The following is a list of your computer. Nothing appears on the taskbar. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Check the following: • If you are provided for... it is crossed-out, click on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to power the computer. Look at the volume control icon on page 17 for each one. Easy solutions are using ..., the computer is lit, check the following : • The volume may be set to the power outlet. • If it is in the external USB floppy drive? You can also use of ...
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... drive tray without turning on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Begin setting up your location: 1 Click on Start, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on the power. The printer does not work. I want to set up your location. Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you need to set... or a USB port and the corresponding port on the optical drive. Check the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that the printer cable is a mechanical eject hole on the printer. English 23 • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected ...
... drive tray without turning on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Begin setting up your location: 1 Click on Start, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on the power. The printer does not work. I want to set up your location. Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you need to set... or a USB port and the corresponding port on the optical drive. Check the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that the printer cable is a mechanical eject hole on the printer. English 23 • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected ...
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... as backup. Contact your computer's battery 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. Maximizing.... The battery will degrade over time. English 26 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you travel or during a power failure. However, recharging with time and use between charges. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs ...
... as backup. Contact your computer's battery 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. Maximizing.... The battery will degrade over time. English 26 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you travel or during a power failure. However, recharging with time and use between charges. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs ...
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... charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to accept the maximum possible charge. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; A standard computer battery has a life span of its extremes, as described above 45°C (113°F). Use this procedure will...
... charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to accept the maximum possible charge. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; A standard computer battery has a life span of its extremes, as described above 45°C (113°F). Use this procedure will...
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... battery overnight before retiring for on the taskbar to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for the day. Note: You are advised to see the battery's present charge level. English 28 To remove a battery pack..., as it is correctly installed in the battery bay. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on -the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it will continue to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the ...
... battery overnight before retiring for on the taskbar to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for the day. Note: You are advised to see the battery's present charge level. English 28 To remove a battery pack..., as it is correctly installed in the battery bay. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on -the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it will continue to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the ...
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... spare battery pack. 1. Turn off the computer. 4. Close all applications. 3. Turn on your situation: Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Close all applications. 3. Save all necessary files. 3. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to recharge the... the battery-low warning appears. Data will be lost if the battery to turn off the computer if you want to the mains power supply. 2. Save all necessary files. 2. Save all necessary files. 2. Shut down the operating system to become fully depleted and ...
... spare battery pack. 1. Turn off the computer. 4. Close all applications. 3. Turn on your situation: Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Close all applications. 3. Save all necessary files. 3. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to recharge the... the battery-low warning appears. Data will be lost if the battery to turn off the computer if you want to the mains power supply. 2. Save all necessary files. 2. Save all necessary files. 2. Shut down the operating system to become fully depleted and ...
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... again, unlatch and open the display; Moving around or traveling with you This section gives you go within short distances, for example, from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for certain models) Follow these steps to disconnect your computer. You...sure the security lock key of Sleep mode, open the display; If you may choose to secure the computer. then press and release the power button. Preparing the computer Before moving around When you are just moving within the building. Then close and latch the display cover to disconnect...
... again, unlatch and open the display; Moving around or traveling with you This section gives you go within short distances, for example, from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for certain models) Follow these steps to disconnect your computer. You...sure the security lock key of Sleep mode, open the display; If you may choose to secure the computer. then press and release the power button. Preparing the computer Before moving around When you are just moving within the building. Then close and latch the display cover to disconnect...