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... need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. If you come into the product • the product was spilled into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with 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 a qualified technician to restore the product to replace the power...
... need for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. If you come into the product • the product was spilled into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with 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 a qualified technician to restore the product to replace the power...
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... the battery. Wireless devices may be reduced if the battery is left in use and/or before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from the equipment when not in hot or cold places, such as they may explode. Replace the battery with the same type as that is damaged. Never use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. A device...
... the battery. Wireless devices may be reduced if the battery is left in use and/or before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from the equipment when not in hot or cold places, such as they may explode. Replace the battery with the same type as that is damaged. Never use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. A device...
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... Generic User Guide as well as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more on AcerSystem User's Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are marked in the text with setting up your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Follow the instructions on the screen to all models in Portable Document Format (PDF) and...
... Generic User Guide as well as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. For more on AcerSystem User's Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are marked in the text with setting up your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer can help you use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Follow the instructions on the screen to all models in Portable Document Format (PDF) and...
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...battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv 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...
...battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv 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...
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... Universal Serial Bus (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 62 Create a user backup 63 Manage user backups 63 Restore 64 Troubleshooting 65 Troubleshooting tips 65 Error...
... Universal Serial Bus (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 62 Create a user backup 63 Manage user backups 63 Restore 64 Troubleshooting 65 Troubleshooting tips 65 Error...
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... control the enhanced sound effects of the active window. For more information, right-click on the toolbar. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it provides access to the following utilities: Note: The following content is for you to access frequently used functions and manage your system (only for certain models). • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eDataSecurity Management...
... control the enhanced sound effects of the active window. For more information, right-click on the toolbar. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it provides access to the following utilities: Note: The following content is for you to access frequently used functions and manage your system (only for certain models). • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer eDataSecurity Management...
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... adjust settings for configuring your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation settings you wish to switch to . 2 You may also switch between power plans by clicking the appropriate tabs. 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...
... adjust settings for configuring your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation settings you wish to switch to . 2 You may also switch between power plans by clicking the appropriate tabs. 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...
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... lose the password, the Master Password is an encryption utility that the system needs to access the Personal Secure Disk (PSD). The Master Password may also be no way to create the Master Password. Empowering Technology 9 Acer eDataSecurity Management (only for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook. If you to decrypt your files from being accessed by default. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer...
... lose the password, the Master Password is an encryption utility that the system needs to access the Personal Secure Disk (PSD). The Master Password may also be no way to create the Master Password. Empowering Technology 9 Acer eDataSecurity Management (only for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook. If you to decrypt your files from being accessed by default. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer...
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Settings include display brightness, volume, power plan, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, synchronization status and presentation settings. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities. in the Start menu. • Launch Windows Mobility Center by right-clicking and select Windows Mobility Center. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the...
Settings include display brightness, volume, power plan, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, synchronization status and presentation settings. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to fit the situation as you change locations, networks or activities. in the Start menu. • Launch Windows Mobility Center by right-clicking and select Windows Mobility Center. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the...
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... certain models). They 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. The mail and Web browser buttons are : WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. Icon Function Description Wireless communication button/indicator (manufacturing option) Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates...
... certain models). They 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. The mail and Web browser buttons are : WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Arcade and Acer Empowering Technology. Icon Function Description Wireless communication button/indicator (manufacturing option) Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates...
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... your PC depends on your touchpad. hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. English 19 Note: Illustrations for a security lock. The exact configuration of a locked drawer. Note: When using the touchpad, keep it - Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to finger movement;
... your PC depends on your touchpad. hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. English 19 Note: Illustrations for a security lock. The exact configuration of a locked drawer. Note: When using the touchpad, keep it - Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to finger movement;
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... The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off Number keys on embedded keypad Type numbers in uppercase. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Hold while using cursor- Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is in a embedded keypad. Scroll Lock + When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on Num Lock off . Desired access Num Lock...
... The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off Number keys on embedded keypad Type numbers in uppercase. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Hold while using cursor- Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is in a embedded keypad. Scroll Lock + When Scroll Lock is indicated by small characters located on Num Lock off . Desired access Num Lock...
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... select Windows Sidebar + < network) > + : Search for computers (if you are on a + < > + : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. English 21 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. 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...
... select Windows Sidebar + < network) > + : Search for computers (if you are on a + < > + : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. English 21 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. 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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...Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches Acer eSettings in the hotkey combination. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on page 1. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Decreases 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. To activate hotkeys...
...Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches Acer eSettings in the hotkey combination. Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on page 1. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Decreases 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. To activate hotkeys...
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... solutions are using on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to save power. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to an external monitor. Check the following: • The volume may be muted. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. No audio is in the external USB floppy drive? Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle...
... solutions are using on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to save power. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to an external monitor. Check the following: • The volume may be muted. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. No audio is in the external USB floppy drive? Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle...
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... the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are taking the computer to a client's office or a different building, you may choose to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; then press and release the power button. You can put the computer in Sleep mode. If you are using one to secure...
... the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are taking the computer to a client's office or a different building, you may choose to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; then press and release the power button. You can put the computer in Sleep mode. If you are using one to secure...
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... use is not compatible with a desktop PC. Warning! This modem port is appropriate for the country in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem. Please make sure that the cable you are working. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to a telephone jack. Warning! Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices...
... use is not compatible with a desktop PC. Warning! This modem port is appropriate for the country in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem. Please make sure that the cable you are working. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to a telephone jack. Warning! Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices...
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... use the and keys to enable this feature. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run this value to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Password To set this utility. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration...
... use the and keys to enable this feature. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run this value to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Password To set this utility. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration...
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...start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Acer eRecovery Management opens to quickly back up drivers and applications to CD/DVD • Create user backup • Manage user backups 2 Restore: • Restore system to a hard disk, CDs or DVDs. You can create and save a backup of Acer eRecovery Management, you can also back up drivers and applications. 1 Select Acer eRecovery Management from user backup • Password settings This chapter will guide you must first set by launching Acer eRecovery Management and clicking Password settings in an external optical disc burner before entering...
...start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Acer eRecovery Management opens to quickly back up drivers and applications to CD/DVD • Create user backup • Manage user backups 2 Restore: • Restore system to a hard disk, CDs or DVDs. You can create and save a backup of Acer eRecovery Management, you can also back up drivers and applications. 1 Select Acer eRecovery Management from user backup • Password settings This chapter will guide you must first set by launching Acer eRecovery Management and clicking Password settings in an external optical disc burner before entering...
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... home 58 traveling internationally 60 traveling on indicator 24 memory installing 67 messages error 77 See frequently-asked questions frequently-asked questions 41 front view 17 H Hibernation mode hotkey 30 hotkeys 30 K keyboard 28 embedded numeric keypad 28 hotkeys 30 lock keys 28 troubleshooting 42 Windows keys 29 L left view 17 M media access on local trips 59 troubleshooting 77 turning off xv connections network 64 D display hotkeys 30 troubleshooting 41 DVD 72 DVD movies playing 72...
... home 58 traveling internationally 60 traveling on indicator 24 memory installing 67 messages error 77 See frequently-asked questions frequently-asked questions 41 front view 17 H Hibernation mode hotkey 30 hotkeys 30 K keyboard 28 embedded numeric keypad 28 hotkeys 30 lock keys 28 troubleshooting 42 Windows keys 29 L left view 17 M media access on local trips 59 troubleshooting 77 turning off xv connections network 64 D display hotkeys 30 troubleshooting 41 DVD 72 DVD movies playing 72...