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...below. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of Acer Incorporated. Extensa Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of purchase information in this manual or supplementary documents ...or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to your unit should include the serial number, model number and purchase information. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication. Other companies' product names or trademarks are recorded on the ...
...below. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of Acer Incorporated. Extensa Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of purchase information in this manual or supplementary documents ...or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to your unit should include the serial number, model number and purchase information. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication. Other companies' product names or trademarks are recorded on the ...
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Turning the product off before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. When you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning Unplug this document for future reference. CAUTION for plug as possible. Unplug the power cord before cleaning. CAUTION for bundled dummy cards (only for cleaning. CAUTION for Listening To protect your ears have adjusted. • Do ...
Turning the product off before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. When you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning Unplug this document for future reference. CAUTION for plug as possible. Unplug the power cord before cleaning. CAUTION for bundled dummy cards (only for cleaning. CAUTION for Listening To protect your ears have adjusted. • Do ...
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Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If power strips are used with a three-wire grounded plug. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to protect it from overheating. The plug only fits in installation unless proper ventilation is used , the load should be placed near water. • Do not place this product through cabinet slots as they may contain small parts. These openings ...
Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If power strips are used with a three-wire grounded plug. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to protect it from overheating. The plug only fits in installation unless proper ventilation is used , the load should be placed near water. • Do not place this product through cabinet slots as they may contain small parts. These openings ...
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Unplug this product from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel. If you come into the product • the product was spilled into Guidelines for service • the product does not operate normally after following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. The grounding pin is damaged, cut or frayed...
Unplug this product from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel. If you come into the product • the product was spilled into Guidelines for service • the product does not operate normally after following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. The grounding pin is damaged, cut or frayed...
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...winter. Telephone line safety • Disconnect all telephone lines from children. For safety reasons, and to this device. A device with Acer approved chargers designated for this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Accidental short-circuiting can be reduced if the battery is left ... that which could affect performance. The full performance of times, but it will not occur at temperatures below freezing. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your pocket or purse. Dispose of batteries in your battery only with a hot or cold battery may...
...winter. Telephone line safety • Disconnect all telephone lines from children. For safety reasons, and to this device. A device with Acer approved chargers designated for this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Accidental short-circuiting can be reduced if the battery is left ... that which could affect performance. The full performance of times, but it will not occur at temperatures below freezing. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your pocket or purse. Dispose of batteries in your battery only with a hot or cold battery may...
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vii Warning! Operating environment Warning! These devices may interfere with the functionality of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be attracted to the device, and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the pacemaker. It should not contain metal and you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it may cause interference or danger. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near your body. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of inadequately protected medical devices. Persons with the independent research...
vii Warning! Operating environment Warning! These devices may interfere with the functionality of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be attracted to the device, and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the pacemaker. It should not contain metal and you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it may cause interference or danger. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near your body. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of inadequately protected medical devices. Persons with the independent research...
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Faulty installation or service may be illegal. For vehicles equipped with a potentially explosive atmosphere are in the same compartment as grain, dust or metal powders. Do not place objects, including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in a vehicle. Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft. Areas with an air bag, remember that has been added. Emergency calls Warning: You cannot make an emergency call you would normally be advised to turn off the device at service stations. Vehicles RF signals...
Faulty installation or service may be illegal. For vehicles equipped with a potentially explosive atmosphere are in the same compartment as grain, dust or metal powders. Do not place objects, including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in a vehicle. Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft. Areas with an air bag, remember that has been added. Emergency calls Warning: You cannot make an emergency call you would normally be advised to turn off the device at service stations. Vehicles RF signals...
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For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this ...device into the trash when discarding. The RBRC is deigned to recycle rechargeable batteries at www.eiae.org. Rechargeable Recycling Program in US and Canada Acer supports the efforts of battery or rechargeable battery pack, including: Nickel Metal Hydride "Ni-MH", Lithium Ion "Li-ion", and Small Sealed Lead...
For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this ...device into the trash when discarding. The RBRC is deigned to recycle rechargeable batteries at www.eiae.org. Rechargeable Recycling Program in US and Canada Acer supports the efforts of battery or rechargeable battery pack, including: Nickel Metal Hydride "Ni-MH", Lithium Ion "Li-ion", and Small Sealed Lead...
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...health and other musculoskeletal disorders. Products that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Users are turned off position use . In the average home, 75% of all electricity used to power home electronics is ...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. The following symptoms may appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back: • numbness, or a burning...
...health and other musculoskeletal disorders. Products that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. Users are turned off position use . In the average home, 75% of all electricity used to power home electronics is ...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. The following symptoms may appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back: • numbness, or a burning...
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The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than your documents, place the display at the middle of your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the following tips: • refrain from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your eyes from drying out. Eyes ...
The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than your documents, place the display at the middle of your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the following tips: • refrain from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your eyes from drying out. Eyes ...
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We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the computer on page 57 in the AcerSystem User Guide. Warning! Note: For more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. If this is unavoidable, work habits to make your computer use more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on a couch or bed. Developing good work habits Develop the following work for extended periods ...
We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the computer on page 57 in the AcerSystem User Guide. Warning! Note: For more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. If this is unavoidable, work habits to make your computer use more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on a couch or bed. Developing good work habits Develop the following work for extended periods ...
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...contained in the AcerSystem User Guide nothing contained in the guides. For instructions on how to complete the installation. Information for your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the series, but not necessarily in the model you purchased. Follow the instructions on ...such subjects as the Application Manual will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Acer expressly disclaims any liability for Starters...helps you purchased. In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety ...
...contained in the AcerSystem User Guide nothing contained in the guides. For instructions on how to complete the installation. Information for your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the series, but not necessarily in the model you purchased. Follow the instructions on ...such subjects as the Application Manual will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Acer expressly disclaims any liability for Starters...helps you purchased. In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety ...
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xiv Basic care and tips for more than four seconds to any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on uneven surfaces. If you turn off the computer and want to direct sunlight. Carefully route the power cord and any of it . • Never place the computer on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey + . Taking care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to shut ...
xiv Basic care and tips for more than four seconds to any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on uneven surfaces. If you turn off the computer and want to direct sunlight. Carefully route the power cord and any of it . • Never place the computer on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey + . Taking care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to shut ...
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Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Also, the total current rating of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; • the computer does not operate normally If either of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are some ways to local regulations. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Recycle if possible. Keep them away from children. • ...
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Also, the total current rating of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; • the computer does not operate normally If either of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are some ways to local regulations. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Recycle if possible. Keep them away from children. • ...
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... Taking care of your AC adapter xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 2 Acer ePower Management (only for certain models) 4 Acer eRecovery Management (only for certain models) 6 Windows Mobility Center 8 Indicators 9 Easy-launch buttons 10 Productivity keys (only for...
... Taking care of your AC adapter xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 2 Acer ePower Management (only for certain models) 4 Acer eRecovery Management (only for certain models) 6 Windows Mobility Center 8 Indicators 9 Easy-launch buttons 10 Productivity keys (only for...
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... (only for certain models) 18 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 19 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 20 Frequently asked questions 22 Requesting service 25 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 25 Before you call 25 Battery pack 26 Battery ... battery level 28 Optimising battery life 28 Battery-low warning 29 Taking your notebook PC with you 30 Disconnecting from the desktop 30 Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II/II+ 30 Moving around 30 Preparing the computer 30 What to bring to meetings 31 Taking the computer home 31 Preparing the computer...
... (only for certain models) 18 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 19 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 20 Frequently asked questions 22 Requesting service 25 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 25 Before you call 25 Battery pack 26 Battery ... battery level 28 Optimising battery life 28 Battery-low warning 29 Taking your notebook PC with you 30 Disconnecting from the desktop 30 Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II/II+ 30 Moving around 30 Preparing the computer 30 What to bring to meetings 31 Taking the computer home 31 Preparing the computer...
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... 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...
... 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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... by double-clicking the icon if you have created a desktop shortcut. Actual product specifications may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu, or by pressing the Empowering Key, it easy for you... click the icon at the buttom of the active window. 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...
... by double-clicking the icon if you have created a desktop shortcut. Actual product specifications may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu, or by pressing the Empowering Key, it easy for you... click the icon at the buttom of the active window. 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...
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... up. To set the Empowering Technology password to perform certain tasks simply and quickly. 3 You may also run the application by selecting it from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu. Empowering Technology password You must set the Empowering Technology password: 1 Launch...
... up. To set the Empowering Technology password to perform certain tasks simply and quickly. 3 You may also run the application by selecting it from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu. Empowering Technology password You must set the Empowering Technology password: 1 Launch...
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Your password should have a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 characters. 6 Enter a password hint that will help you remember your password in and confirm your password. 7 Make sure the box Use for Acer eRecovery Management is checked. 8 Click OK to set the password. Empowering Technology 3 4 Click Create a new password. 5 In the Create a New Password dialog box, key in the appropriate boxes.
Your password should have a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 characters. 6 Enter a password hint that will help you remember your password in and confirm your password. 7 Make sure the box Use for Acer eRecovery Management is checked. 8 Click OK to set the password. Empowering Technology 3 4 Click Create a new password. 5 In the Create a New Password dialog box, key in the appropriate boxes.