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... Connectivity options 55 Fax/data modem 55 Built-in network feature 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 56 PC Card slot 57 Installing memory 58 BIOS utility 58 Boot sequence 58 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 59 Playing DVD movies 59 Power management 60... Acer eRecovery Management 60 Create backup 61 Restore from backup 61 Create factory default image CD 62 Re-install bundled software without CD 62 Change...
... Connectivity options 55 Fax/data modem 55 Built-in network feature 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 56 PC Card slot 57 Installing memory 58 BIOS utility 58 Boot sequence 58 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 59 Playing DVD movies 59 Power management 60... Acer eRecovery Management 60 Create backup 61 Restore from backup 61 Create factory default image CD 62 Re-install bundled software without CD 62 Change...
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Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and to monitor the system health status.
Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and to monitor the system health status.
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... • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP) • Kensington lock slot • BIOS user and supervisor passwords • Acer Empowering Technology (eDataSecurity / (for selected models)eLock / ePerformance / eRecovery / eSettings / eNet (for selected models)/ ePower / ePresentation Management...
... • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP) • Kensington lock slot • BIOS user and supervisor passwords • Acer Empowering Technology (eDataSecurity / (for selected models)eLock / ePerformance / eRecovery / eSettings / eNet (for selected models)/ ePower / ePresentation Management...
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... application's context menu. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 29 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Application This key has the same effect as clicking on...
... application's context menu. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 29 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Application This key has the same effect as clicking on...
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... . English 46 No audio is a clear path between the two infrared ports. If it is a mechanical eject hole on the taskbar. I want to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared ports of the two devices are connected to eject the tray. (If your dealer or an authorized service center...
... . English 46 No audio is a clear path between the two infrared ports. If it is a mechanical eject hole on the taskbar. I want to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared ports of the two devices are connected to eject the tray. (If your dealer or an authorized service center...
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...you can proceed with the original software content that is connected securely to complete the installation of your communication software (e.g. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. To properly use the internal modem. Note: Please note, on first booting your C: drive. (Your C: ... -disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to its original settings without recovery CDs.
...you can proceed with the original software content that is connected securely to complete the installation of your communication software (e.g. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. To properly use the internal modem. Note: Please note, on first booting your C: drive. (Your C: ... -disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to its original settings without recovery CDs.
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...the use of this password with your dealer or an authorized service center. Do not forget your computer. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of . a security notch and passwords. Combine the use . Security features include ...maximum security. • Password on Boot secures your computer from Hibernation for maximum security. Some keyless models are also available. See "BIOS utility" on page 58. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an ...
...the use of this password with your dealer or an authorized service center. Do not forget your computer. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of . a security notch and passwords. Combine the use . Security features include ...maximum security. • Password on Boot secures your computer from Hibernation for maximum security. Some keyless models are also available. See "BIOS utility" on page 58. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an ...
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... have three chances to shut down the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Setting... passwords You can set , a prompt appears when you fail to access the BIOS utility. Try again and press . Then turn on boot parameter is set passwords using the BIOS utility. Important! Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. Try ...
... have three chances to shut down the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Setting... passwords You can set , a prompt appears when you fail to access the BIOS utility. Try again and press . Then turn on boot parameter is set passwords using the BIOS utility. Important! Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. Try ...
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... cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems... computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; English 58 Installing memory Follow these...
... cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems... computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; English 58 Installing memory Follow these...
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...are divided into 6 regions. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find Password on boot: and use the and keys to set... on your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set. Password To set a password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the bottom of China Region code 1 2 3 4 5 6 Country or region USA, Canada Europe, Middle East, ...
...are divided into 6 regions. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find Password on boot: and use the and keys to set... on your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set. Password To set a password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the bottom of China Region code 1 2 3 4 5 6 Country or region USA, Canada Europe, Middle East, ...
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... floppy drive (A:), then press to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Equipment configuration error Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Hard disk...an error message or an error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. 64 English Troubleshooting This chapter shows you ...
... floppy drive (A:), then press to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Equipment configuration error Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Hard disk...an error message or an error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. 64 English Troubleshooting This chapter shows you ...
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65 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. English English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility.
65 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. English English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility.
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... messages 64 Euro 31 F FAQ. English 78 Index A AC adapter caring for v audio 33 adjusting the volume 33 troubleshooting 46 B battery pack caring for vi BIOS utility 38, 58 brightness hotkeys 30 C caps lock 28 on indicator 24 care AC adapter v battery pack vi computer v CD-ROM ejecting manually 46 troubleshooting...
... messages 64 Euro 31 F FAQ. English 78 Index A AC adapter caring for v audio 33 adjusting the volume 33 troubleshooting 46 B battery pack caring for vi BIOS utility 38, 58 brightness hotkeys 30 C caps lock 28 on indicator 24 care AC adapter v battery pack vi computer v CD-ROM ejecting manually 46 troubleshooting...
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... Diagram 3 TM 4220/2480 Outlook View 4 Aspire 5600/3680 Outlook View 9 Indicators 14 Easy-Launch Buttons 15 Touchpad 16 Using the Keyboard 17 Using the System Utilities 22 Acer Empowering Technology 25 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 35 Chapter2 System Utilities 46 BIOS Setup Utility 46 Information 47... Troubleshooting 83 System Check Procedures 84 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 87 Index of Error Messages 88 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes 90 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message 94 Intermittent Problems 98 Undetermined Problems 99 Chapter5 Jumper and Connector ...
... Diagram 3 TM 4220/2480 Outlook View 4 Aspire 5600/3680 Outlook View 9 Indicators 14 Easy-Launch Buttons 15 Touchpad 16 Using the Keyboard 17 Using the System Utilities 22 Acer Empowering Technology 25 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 35 Chapter2 System Utilities 46 BIOS Setup Utility 46 Information 47... Troubleshooting 83 System Check Procedures 84 Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message 87 Index of Error Messages 88 Phoenix BIOS Beep Codes 90 Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message 94 Intermittent Problems 98 Undetermined Problems 99 Chapter5 Jumper and Connector ...
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... embedded control keys. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. it opens the application's context menu. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other keys to access most of functions...
... embedded control keys. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. it opens the application's context menu. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other keys to access most of functions...
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... NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter, press p or q. Read this utility. Chapter 2 46 Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is enclosed in square brackets. T To change the value of the screen. Navigation keys for parameters are five menu options: ...keys and power saving functions are disabled. You can load default settings by pressing t. The setup screen displays BIOS as follows:Navigating the BIOS Utility Function Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Display the system informations Allows the user to specify standard ...
... NOTE: You can change the value of a parameter, press p or q. Read this utility. Chapter 2 46 Chapter 2 System Utilities BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is enclosed in square brackets. T To change the value of the screen. Navigation keys for parameters are five menu options: ...keys and power saving functions are disabled. You can load default settings by pressing t. The setup screen displays BIOS as follows:Navigating the BIOS Utility Function Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Display the system informations Allows the user to specify standard ...
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... Model Name: ST9402112A IDE1 Serial Number: 5PJ0KG0R ATAPI Model Name: PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-K16RS System BIOS Version: v0.3103 VGA BIOS Version: Napa 1264 Serial Number: ZB2BSK01C16080D33DEM00 Asset Tag Number: Product Name: TravelMate xxxx Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: 20DA780745DED811B6C300163623C0E3 F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ← → Select Menu F5/F6...
... Model Name: ST9402112A IDE1 Serial Number: 5PJ0KG0R ATAPI Model Name: PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-K16RS System BIOS Version: v0.3103 VGA BIOS Version: Napa 1264 Serial Number: ZB2BSK01C16080D33DEM00 Asset Tag Number: Product Name: TravelMate xxxx Manufacturer Name: Acer UUID: 20DA780745DED811B6C300163623C0E3 F1 Help Esc Exit ↑ ↓ Select Item ← → Select Menu F5/F6...
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... Boot: Clear Clear Clear [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [Disabled] Item Specific Help Supervisor Password controls accesses of the setup utility. Settings in this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized use. Parameter Supervisor Password Is User Password Is HDD Password Is Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Description N/A N/A N/A Press Enter to...
... Boot: Clear Clear Clear [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [Disabled] Item Specific Help Supervisor Password controls accesses of the setup utility. Settings in this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized use. Parameter Supervisor Password Is User Password Is HDD Password Is Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Description N/A N/A N/A Press Enter to...
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...actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. NOTE: If the system fails after you ...replaced when servicing a computer. Chapter 4 87 This index can also help you make changes in the computer. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 99. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. ...
...actions in the sequence shown in FRU/Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the BIOS Setup Utility menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. NOTE: If the system fails after you ...replaced when servicing a computer. Chapter 4 87 This index can also help you make changes in the computer. The following lists the error messages that the BIOS displays on page 99. NOTE: Most of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. ...
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... System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete - Main board "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Invalid System Configuration Data Operating system not found FRU/Action in Sequence See "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input ...Device Check" on page 84 RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. RTC battery Main baord "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Dikette drive Hard disk drive Main board 88 Chapter 4
... System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used Real time clock error Previous boot incomplete - Main board "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Default configuration used Invalid System Configuration Data Operating system not found FRU/Action in Sequence See "Keyboard or Auxiliary Input ...Device Check" on page 84 RTC battery Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure system time, then reboot system. RTC battery Main baord "Load Default Settings" in BIOS Setup Utility. Dikette drive Hard disk drive Main board 88 Chapter 4