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... the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by other controls may result in a pressurized container, and do not expose it in performance, indicating a need to leak acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. The battery can be charged and Product servicing Do...
... the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by other controls may result in a pressurized container, and do not expose it in performance, indicating a need to leak acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. The battery can be charged and Product servicing Do...
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... purchase options. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Warning! Do not disassemble or dispose of fire or explosion. Consult your product. Battery performance is fully charged. Replace the battery with Acer approved chargers designated for its intended purpose. Use of another battery may explode. For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to local regulations. The capacity and lifetime of used batteries. Batteries may...
... purchase options. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Warning! Do not disassemble or dispose of fire or explosion. Consult your product. Battery performance is fully charged. Replace the battery with Acer approved chargers designated for its intended purpose. Use of another battery may explode. For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to local regulations. The capacity and lifetime of used batteries. Batteries may...
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... mobile computing needs. Please refre to thank you get started with language such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. xiii First things first We would like to "Quick Guide" for the location of the power button. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Follow the instructions on and off , the Just for Starters...poster helps you for making an Acer notebook your choice...
... mobile computing needs. Please refre to thank you get started with language such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. xiii First things first We would like to "Quick Guide" for the location of the power button. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. Follow the instructions on and off , the Just for Starters...poster helps you for making an Acer notebook your choice...
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... Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 3 Acer eAudio Management (only for certain models) 5 Acer ePower Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (only for certain models) 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Indicators 15 Easy-launch buttons 16 Touchpad 17 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 17 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 18 Using a computer security lock 19 Using the keyboard 20 Lock keys and embedded...
... Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 3 Acer eAudio Management (only for certain models) 5 Acer ePower Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (only for certain models) 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Indicators 15 Easy-launch buttons 16 Touchpad 17 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 17 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 18 Using a computer security lock 19 Using the keyboard 20 Lock keys and embedded...
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...(USB) 52 IEEE 1394 port (only for certain models) 52 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 53 ExpressCard 53 Installing memory 54 Connecting your TV and AV-in cables (only for certain models) 56 BIOS utility 59 Boot sequence 59 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 60 Playing DVD movies 60 Power management 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Burn backup discs 63 Create a user backup 64 Manage user backups 66 Restore 67 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 68 Troubleshooting 71 Troubleshooting tips 71 Error...
...(USB) 52 IEEE 1394 port (only for certain models) 52 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 53 ExpressCard 53 Installing memory 54 Connecting your TV and AV-in cables (only for certain models) 56 BIOS utility 59 Boot sequence 59 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 60 Playing DVD movies 60 Power management 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Burn backup discs 63 Create a user backup 64 Manage user backups 66 Restore 67 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 68 Troubleshooting 71 Troubleshooting tips 71 Error...
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... sound effects of the active window. 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 have created a desktop shortcut. Activated by double-clicking the icon if you to access frequently used functions and manage your system (only for certain models). • Acer...
... sound effects of the active window. 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 have created a desktop shortcut. Activated by double-clicking the icon if you to access frequently used functions and manage your system (only for certain models). • Acer...
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View and adjust settings for configuring your new power plan. You can also create customized power plans. Select the power plan you want your computer to use. 5 Click OK 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 your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation...
View and adjust settings for configuring your new power plan. You can also create customized power plans. Select the power plan you want your computer to use. 5 Click OK 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 your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation...
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... Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for certain models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that the system needs to decrypt your files from being accessed by default. The Master Password may also be no way to decrypt it. On first use, the Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you can use...
... Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for certain models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that the system needs to decrypt your files from being accessed by default. The Master Password may also be no way to decrypt it. On first use, the Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you can use...
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.../sharing service on /off , Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, volume, power plan, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, synchronization status and presentation settings. 14 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.
.../sharing service on /off , Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, volume, power plan, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, synchronization status and presentation settings. 14 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.
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... option) Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. To set to start the application. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. 16 English Easy-launch buttons Located beside the keyboard are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager.You can be reset by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to email and Internet programs, but can access the Launch Manager by users...
... option) Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. To set to start the application. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. 16 English Easy-launch buttons Located beside the keyboard are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager.You can be reset by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to email and Internet programs, but can access the Launch Manager by users...
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and your touchpad. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to finger movement; Some keyless models are also available. The exact configuration of a locked drawer. The touchpad is enabled on the model purchased. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to secure the lock. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for reference...
and your touchpad. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to finger movement; Some keyless models are also available. The exact configuration of a locked drawer. The touchpad is enabled on the model purchased. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to secure the lock. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for reference...
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..., lock, Windows, function and special keys. Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Hold while using cursor- normal manner. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Scroll Lock + When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on Type the letters in numeric mode. Desired access Num Lock...
..., lock, Windows, function and special keys. Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Hold while using cursor- normal manner. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Scroll Lock + When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on Type the letters in numeric mode. Desired access Num Lock...
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... connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application's context menu. 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...
... connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application's context menu. 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...
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... the screen brightness. + < > + < > Volume up Volume down Increases the sound volume (only for certain models). Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Decreases the sound volume (only for certain models). Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on hotkeys. + + + Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help...
... the screen brightness. + < > + < > Volume up Volume down Increases the sound volume (only for certain models). Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Decreases the sound volume (only for certain models). Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on hotkeys. + + + Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help...
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... (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be muted. Remove or replace it is in the external USB floppy drive? Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to restart the system. See "Hotkeys" on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Nothing appears...
... (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be muted. Remove or replace it is in the external USB floppy drive? Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to restart the system. See "Hotkeys" on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Nothing appears...
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... power button. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you may choose to secure the computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open the display; If you are ready to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks...
... power button. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you may choose to secure the computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open the display; If you are ready to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks...
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English 50 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you would with digital phone lines. Fax/data modem Your computer has a built-in which you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to the computer, read the following section. Warning! For instructions on how to connect different external devices to a telephone jack. This modem port is appropriate for...
English 50 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you would with digital phone lines. Fax/data modem Your computer has a built-in which you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to the computer, read the following section. Warning! For instructions on how to connect different external devices to a telephone jack. This modem port is appropriate for...
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... notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to Enabled. Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to run it. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable this utility. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate...
... notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to Enabled. Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to run it. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable this utility. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate...
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...; Create user backup • Manage user backups 2 Restore: • Restore system to quickly back up and restore the system. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the entire C:\ drive to CD/DVD • Back up /restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in the Restore page. To use the password protection feature of the following functions: 1 Backup: • Back up factory default to a hard disk...
...; Create user backup • Manage user backups 2 Restore: • Restore system to quickly back up and restore the system. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the entire C:\ drive to CD/DVD • Back up /restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in the Restore page. To use the password protection feature of the following functions: 1 Backup: • Back up factory default to a hard disk...
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... 47 removing 47 using the first time 45 BIOS utility 71 brightness hotkeys 30 C caps lock 28 on indicator 24 care AC adapter xv battery pack xvi computer xv CD-ROM ejecting manually 42 troubleshooting 42 charging checking level 47 cleaning computer xvi computer caring for xv cleaning xvi disconnecting 57 features 15, 39 indicators 24 keyboards 28 moving around 57 on indicator 24, 25 security 61 setting...
... 47 removing 47 using the first time 45 BIOS utility 71 brightness hotkeys 30 C caps lock 28 on indicator 24 care AC adapter xv battery pack xvi computer xv CD-ROM ejecting manually 42 troubleshooting 42 charging checking level 47 cleaning computer xvi computer caring for xv cleaning xvi disconnecting 57 features 15, 39 indicators 24 keyboards 28 moving around 57 on indicator 24, 25 security 61 setting...