Acer Extensa Notebook Series Generic User Guide
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... electrical devices that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to leak acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. v Warning! If you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Guidelines for service • the product does not operate normally after following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type...
... electrical devices that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to leak acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. v Warning! If you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Guidelines for service • the product does not operate normally after following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type...
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... to the product you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Acer expressly disclaims any liability for your safety and comfort. It is not installed on your computer, clicking on the screen to functions or features which are for errors contained in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on how your notebook. Follow the instructions on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to...
... to the product you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Acer expressly disclaims any liability for your safety and comfort. It is not installed on your computer, clicking on the screen to functions or features which are for errors contained in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on how your notebook. Follow the instructions on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to...
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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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... certain models) 39 PC Card slot 39 ExpressCard 40 Installing memory 41 BIOS utility 43 Boot sequence 43 Enable disk-to RF fields (RSS-102) 63 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 64 Index 65 Low-power license-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 55 Troubleshooting...
... certain models) 39 PC Card slot 39 ExpressCard 40 Installing memory 41 BIOS utility 43 Boot sequence 43 Enable disk-to RF fields (RSS-102) 63 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 64 Index 65 Low-power license-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 55 Troubleshooting...
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.... 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 general reference only. 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...
.... 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 general reference only. 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...
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... also create customized power plans. 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 to switch to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options. 1 Click the New power plan option or icon . 2 Enter a name for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs. The quick menu appears. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower Management utility...
... also create customized power plans. 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 to switch to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options. 1 Click the New power plan option or icon . 2 Enter a name for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs. The quick menu appears. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower Management utility...
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Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the system tray 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...
Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the system tray 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...
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... easy-to-read status indicators. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Bluetooth (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 1. Icon Function Description HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Wireless LAN (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Battery Indicates the computer...
... easy-to-read status indicators. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Bluetooth (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. 1. Icon Function Description HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 2. Wireless LAN (Manufacturing option) Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Battery Indicates the computer...
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... display for presenting Launch NTI Shadow Icon Productivity key Lock Presentation Sync Default application Launch Windows Lock function Minimizes your computer system to an external storage device, for a more secure, smarter and easier way to work. • Lock key - 11 English Productivity keys (only for certain models) Three productivity keys give users one-touch access to protection and manageability features for convenient and secure backup. If the laptop is equipped with Acer Bio...
... display for presenting Launch NTI Shadow Icon Productivity key Lock Presentation Sync Default application Launch Windows Lock function Minimizes your computer system to an external storage device, for a more secure, smarter and easier way to work. • Lock key - 11 English Productivity keys (only for certain models) Three productivity keys give users one-touch access to protection and manageability features for convenient and secure backup. If the laptop is equipped with Acer Bio...
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.... Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). normal manner. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock + Description When Caps Lock is in uppercase. When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on Type the letters in a normal manner. cursor-control keys. Hold while using control keys. Use this mode when you need to connect...
.... Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). normal manner. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock + Description When Caps Lock is in uppercase. When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on Type the letters in a normal manner. cursor-control keys. Hold while using control keys. Use this mode when you need to connect...
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... Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your edition of Windows Vista or Windows XP, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for computers (if you are connected to a network...
... Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your edition of Windows Vista or Windows XP, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for computers (if you are connected to a network...
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...Sleep mode. Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down Increases the screen brightness. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help Description Displays help on page 1. Turns the display screen backlight off to return. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . 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. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the speakers on and off . Switches display output between the display screen, external...
...Sleep mode. Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down Increases the screen brightness. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help Description Displays help on page 1. Turns the display screen backlight off to return. Turns the internal touchpad on and off . 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. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Turns the speakers on and off . Switches display output between the display screen, external...
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... the new settings and click OK to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that a second display is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Acer GridVista is simple to be partitioned independently. You may choose any one of your preferred screen configuration for each display from...
... the new settings and click OK to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that a second display is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Acer GridVista is simple to be partitioned independently. You may choose any one of your preferred screen configuration for each display from...
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... and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be too low. Press any key to an external monitor. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to turn the display back on . Remove or replace it may arise during the use the volume control buttons to restart the system. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on , three things might...
... and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be too low. Press any key to an external monitor. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to turn the display back on . Remove or replace it may arise during the use the volume control buttons to restart the system. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on , three things might...
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... certain models) Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack 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 files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect...
... certain models) Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack 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 files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect...
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... connections network 48 D display hotkeys 27 troubleshooting 33 DVD 54 DVD movies playing 54 E error messages 59 Euro 28 F FAQ. Index A AC 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...
... connections network 48 D display hotkeys 27 troubleshooting 33 DVD 54 DVD movies playing 54 E error messages 59 Euro 28 F FAQ. Index A AC 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...
Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System
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... you start to a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette. Extract AHCI F6 driver files 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. Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from...
... you start to a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette. Extract AHCI F6 driver files 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. Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from...
Quick Start Guide
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... AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. The Extensa Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are marked in the model you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your new computer. The Quick Guide introduces you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu...
... AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. The Extensa Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are marked in the model you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your new computer. The Quick Guide introduces you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu...
Quick Start Guide
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... memory. 8 Ventilation slots Enable the computer 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) 5 Acer DASP (Disk Anti- 9 Base view English * * # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured Secondary* with screws) (only for certain models). 6 Hard disk...
... memory. 8 Ventilation slots Enable the computer 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) 5 Acer DASP (Disk Anti- 9 Base view English * * # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery to stay cool, even after prolonged use. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured Secondary* with screws) (only for certain models). 6 Hard disk...
