Acer Extensa Notebook Series Generic User Guide
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... servicing to normal condition. Do not use it in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to replace the power cord set, make sure that may result in performance, indicating a need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Using a power outlet that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of this product from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service...
... servicing to normal condition. Do not use it in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to replace the power cord set, make sure that may result in performance, indicating a need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Using a power outlet that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of this product from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service...
Acer Extensa Notebook Series Generic User Guide
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... Adobe Reader. Follow the instructions on the screen to its nature, the Quick Guide as well as the Application Manual will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Information for your notebook. Acer expressly disclaims any liability for your notebook. It is not installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are for errors contained in the model...
... Adobe Reader. Follow the instructions on the screen to its nature, the Quick Guide as well as the Application Manual will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Information for your notebook. Acer expressly disclaims any liability for your notebook. It is not installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are for errors contained in the model...
Acer Extensa Notebook Series Generic User Guide
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... 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 certain models) 11 Touchpad 12 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 12 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 13 FineTrack and FineTrack buttons (only for certain models) 14 FineTrack basics 14 Using...
... 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 certain models) 11 Touchpad 12 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 12 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 13 FineTrack and FineTrack buttons (only for certain models) 14 FineTrack basics 14 Using...
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... 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 pack characteristics 26 Maximizing the battery's life 26 Installing and removing the battery pack 27 Charging the battery 28 Checking the battery level 28 Optimising battery life 28 Battery-low warning 29 Taking your notebook...
... 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 pack characteristics 26 Maximizing the battery's life 26 Installing and removing the battery pack 27 Charging the battery 28 Checking the battery level 28 Optimising battery life 28 Battery-low warning 29 Taking your notebook...
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...) 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 55 Troubleshooting tips 55 Error messages 55 Regulations and safety notices 57 FCC statement 57 Modem notices 58 Laser compliance statement 61 LCD pixel statement 61 Radio device regulatory notice 62 General 62...
...) 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 55 Troubleshooting tips 55 Error messages 55 Regulations and safety notices 57 FCC statement 57 Modem notices 58 Laser compliance statement 61 LCD pixel statement 61 Radio device regulatory notice 62 General 62...
Acer Extensa Notebook Series Generic User Guide
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... to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. 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 certain models). For help with a particular utility, launch the utility and click the icon at the buttom of the active window. Launching Acer Empowering...
... to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. 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 certain models). For help with a particular utility, launch the utility and click the icon at the buttom of the active window. Launching Acer Empowering...
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... group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Power Options. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation settings you want your power management options. 4 Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management (only for certain models) Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your computer to use. 5 Click OK to . Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes...
... group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Power Options. You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation settings you want your power management options. 4 Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management (only for certain models) Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your computer to use. 5 Click OK to . Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes...
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... Windows Mobility Center. 8 Windows Mobility Center Empowering Technology The Windows 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. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities...
... Windows Mobility Center. 8 Windows Mobility Center Empowering Technology The Windows 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. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities...
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...Function Description HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. English 9 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Indicates the computer's power status. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Bluetooth (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 1. Caps Lock Power Lights up . Wireless LAN (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. The front panel...
...Function Description HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. English 9 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Indicates the computer's power status. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Bluetooth (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 1. Caps Lock Power Lights up . Wireless LAN (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. The front panel...
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...; Lock key - runs the Windows® lock function to lock the notebook when you only need to swipe your display for presenting Launch NTI Shadow If the laptop is equipped with Acer Bio-Protection, you step out. minimizes open windows and prepares your finger to log into Windows® again. • Presentation key - 11 English Productivity keys (only for certain models) Three productivity keys give users one-touch access to protection and manageability...
...; Lock key - runs the Windows® lock function to lock the notebook when you only need to swipe your display for presenting Launch NTI Shadow If the laptop is equipped with Acer Bio-Protection, you step out. minimizes open windows and prepares your finger to log into Windows® again. • Presentation key - 11 English Productivity keys (only for certain models) Three productivity keys give users one-touch access to protection and manageability...
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... numeric mode. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Scroll Lock + Note: + only for certain models. English 15 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to connect an external keypad. When Scroll Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are...
... numeric mode. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Scroll Lock + Note: + only for certain models. English 15 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to connect an external keypad. When Scroll Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are...
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... the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to the desktop < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; This key has the same effect as described. it opens the application's context menu. English 16 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it launches the Start menu.
... the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to the desktop < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; This key has the same effect as described. it opens the application's context menu. English 16 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it launches the Start menu.
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... Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. Decreases the screen brightness. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Turns the display screen backlight off to return. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. English 17 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey...
... Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. Decreases the screen brightness. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Turns the display screen backlight off to return. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. English 17 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey...
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... Acer GridVista and select your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To enable the dual display feature of the four display settings indicated below: 12 2 13 1 3 2 13 24 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel...
... Acer GridVista and select your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To enable the dual display feature of the four display settings indicated below: 12 2 13 1 3 2 13 24 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel...
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...'s power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. No audio is being supplied to the power outlet. • If it is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the taskbar. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it may be set to an external monitor. I turned on...
...'s power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. No audio is being supplied to the power outlet. • If it is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the taskbar. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it may be set to an external monitor. I turned on...
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... that the battery pack is charged enough for normal operation. 2 Make sure the security lock key of ezDock II/II+ is in place and in the unlocked position. 3 Press the undock button until the computer moves up. 4 Grasping both sides of Sleep mode, open the display; then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer...
... that the battery pack is charged enough for normal operation. 2 Make sure the security lock key of ezDock II/II+ is in place and in the unlocked position. 3 Press the undock button until the computer moves up. 4 Grasping both sides of Sleep mode, open the display; then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer...
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... adapter caring for xvi audio adjusting the volume 29 troubleshooting 33 B battery pack battery-low warning 40 caring for xvii characteristics 37 charging 39 checking charge level 39 installing 38 low conditions 40 maximizing life 37 optimizing 39 removing 39 using the first time 37 BIOS utility 53 brightness hotkeys 28 C caps lock 25 on indicator 21 care AC adapter xvi battery pack xvii computer xvi CD-ROM ejecting manually 34 troubleshooting 34 charging...
... adapter caring for xvi audio adjusting the volume 29 troubleshooting 33 B battery pack battery-low warning 40 caring for xvii characteristics 37 charging 39 checking charge level 39 installing 38 low conditions 40 maximizing life 37 optimizing 39 removing 39 using the first time 37 BIOS utility 53 brightness hotkeys 28 C caps lock 25 on indicator 21 care AC adapter xvi battery pack xvii computer xvi CD-ROM ejecting manually 34 troubleshooting 34 charging...
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... 4 Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to install Microsoft® Windows XP® operating system, you will need an optical drive, a USB floppy disk drive, a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette, and Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc (bootable). 1. Make sure the following files are contained in the root directory: 2. Pre-Install Intel...
... 4 Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to install Microsoft® Windows XP® operating system, you will need an optical drive, a USB floppy disk drive, a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette, and Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc (bootable). 1. Make sure the following files are contained in the root directory: 2. Pre-Install Intel...
Quick Start Guide
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... instructions on the screen to use your notebook. The Extensa Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your computer, clicking on your notebook. The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. It is not installed on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to access...
... instructions on the screen to use your notebook. The Extensa Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your computer, clicking on your notebook. The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. It is not installed on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to access...
Quick Start Guide
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...'s battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) (only for certain models). 6 Hard disk bay- Houses the computer's hard disk (secured Secondary* with screws) 5 Acer DASP (Disk Anti- Protects the hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection)* and bumps (only for certain models) 7 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 8 Ventilation slots Enable the...
...'s battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) (only for certain models). 6 Hard disk bay- Houses the computer's hard disk (secured Secondary* with screws) 5 Acer DASP (Disk Anti- Protects the hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection)* and bumps (only for certain models) 7 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 8 Ventilation slots Enable the...