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... for using your computer iii iii iv 1 Getting to know your TravelMate A TravelMate tour Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Indicators Understanding the icons Using the keyboard Special keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Storage Hard disk Optical drive Floppy drive ...Audio Adjusting the volume Power management Moving around with your TravelMate Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Taking the computer ...
... for using your computer iii iii iv 1 Getting to know your TravelMate A TravelMate tour Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Indicators Understanding the icons Using the keyboard Special keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Storage Hard disk Optical drive Floppy drive ...Audio Adjusting the volume Power management Moving around with your TravelMate Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Taking the computer ...
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... status of the computer, its functions and components. Ejects the PC Card from the slot. 2 Eject button 4 1 Getting to know your TravelMate # 2 Item Status indicators Description LEDs (light-emitting diodes) that turn on page 18 for more details. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions ...like the left , center and right) 5 Palmrest 6 7 Keyboard Launch Keys 8 Power switch Left view # 1 Item PC Card slot Description Connects to one Type III or one Type II 16-bit PC ...
... status of the computer, its functions and components. Ejects the PC Card from the slot. 2 Eject button 4 1 Getting to know your TravelMate # 2 Item Status indicators Description LEDs (light-emitting diodes) that turn on page 18 for more details. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions ...like the left , center and right) 5 Palmrest 6 7 Keyboard Launch Keys 8 Power switch Left view # 1 Item PC Card slot Description Connects to one Type III or one Type II 16-bit PC ...
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10 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports 802.11a/802.11b wireless LAN option Bluetooth option Human-centric design and ergonomics All-in-one design (CD, DVD or combo drive, floppy drive, and hard disk) Sleek, smooth and stylish design Full-sized keyboard Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device Expansion • • One Type III or one Type II CardBus PC Card (formerly PCMCIA) slot Upgradeable memory
10 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports 802.11a/802.11b wireless LAN option Bluetooth option Human-centric design and ergonomics All-in-one design (CD, DVD or combo drive, floppy drive, and hard disk) Sleek, smooth and stylish design Full-sized keyboard Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device Expansion • • One Type III or one Type II CardBus PC Card (formerly PCMCIA) slot Upgradeable memory
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13 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with ... mode. A better solution would be to do a lot of numeric data entry. Num Lock (Fn-F11) Scroll Lock (Fn-F12) Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one line up or down when you need to connect an external keypad...
13 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with ... mode. A better solution would be to do a lot of numeric data entry. Num Lock (Fn-F11) Scroll Lock (Fn-F12) Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one line up or down when you need to connect an external keypad...
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.... Num lock off Hold Fn while using cursor-control keys. Hold Fn while typing letters on the keys. Note: If an external keyboard or keypad is indicated by small characters located on Type numbers in a normal manner. Hold Shift while using cursor-control keys. It... is connected to the computer, the Num Lock feature automatically shifts from the internal keyboard to know your TravelMate Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control...
.... Num lock off Hold Fn while using cursor-control keys. Hold Fn while typing letters on the keys. Note: If an external keyboard or keypad is indicated by small characters located on Type numbers in a normal manner. Hold Shift while using cursor-control keys. It... is connected to the computer, the Num Lock feature automatically shifts from the internal keyboard to know your TravelMate Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control...
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... most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. Key Windows logo key Description Start button. 15 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
... most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. Key Windows logo key Description Start button. 15 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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...is set when you first set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a European layout, you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard layout is set to United States-International. Click on the Language tab and click on Regional and ...Language Options. Decreases the screen brightness. Verify that the keyboard layout used for US keyboard users: The keyboard layout is set up Increases the screen brightness. Fn-F8 Speaker Toggle Fn-→ Brightness up Windows. Functions as ...
...is set when you first set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a European layout, you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard layout is set to United States-International. Click on the Language tab and click on Regional and ...Language Options. Decreases the screen brightness. Verify that the keyboard layout used for US keyboard users: The keyboard layout is set up Increases the screen brightness. Fn-F8 Speaker Toggle Fn-→ Brightness up Windows. Functions as ...
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...Bluetooth button, Web browser button, mail button, P1 and P2. Please refer to know your keyboard. They are called launch keys. The Wireless/Bluetooth button cannot be set the other four launch keys, run the Acer Launch Manager. To set by the user. then select United StatesInternational and click on OK.... 5 Click on ADD; To type the Euro symbol: 1 2 3 Locate the Euro symbol on your TravelMate If not, select and click on OK. Hold Alt...
...Bluetooth button, Web browser button, mail button, P1 and P2. Please refer to know your keyboard. They are called launch keys. The Wireless/Bluetooth button cannot be set the other four launch keys, run the Acer Launch Manager. To set by the user. then select United StatesInternational and click on OK.... 5 Click on ADD; To type the Euro symbol: 1 2 3 Locate the Euro symbol on your TravelMate If not, select and click on OK. Hold Alt...
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26 1 Getting to know your computer. If no activity is detected for your TravelMate Power management This computer has a built-in order to the parallel port, and video memory. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more ... time. Windows handles all power-saving chores for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity.
26 1 Getting to know your computer. If no activity is detected for your TravelMate Power management This computer has a built-in order to the parallel port, and video memory. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more ... time. Windows handles all power-saving chores for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity.
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...may choose to secure the computer. Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to shut down the operating system. or - Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices. Click on Turn Off. - Turn off the computer. Moving around "when you...and hints on things to place it in progress. Close the display cover. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your TravelMate This section gives you go within short distances, for example, from the drive(s). Remove any media, diskette or compact disc, from ...
...may choose to secure the computer. Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to shut down the operating system. or - Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices. Click on Turn Off. - Turn off the computer. Moving around "when you...and hints on things to place it in progress. Close the display cover. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your TravelMate This section gives you go within short distances, for example, from the drive(s). Remove any media, diskette or compact disc, from ...
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... with you Unless you already have some items at home, bring the computer with you can avoid transporting the extra weight to add an external keyboard, monitor, or mouse. 29 Caution: Avoid packing items next to room temperature slowly. If you need to stop for significant periods of time, you might...
... with you Unless you already have some items at home, bring the computer with you can avoid transporting the extra weight to add an external keyboard, monitor, or mouse. 29 Caution: Avoid packing items next to room temperature slowly. If you need to stop for significant periods of time, you might...
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... Manager, press Fn-F2 or follow these steps: 1 2 Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager. Launch Manager There are five Launch Keys located above the keyboard. The Windows-based Notebook Manager allows you to run the program.
... Manager, press Fn-F2 or follow these steps: 1 2 Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager. Launch Manager There are five Launch Keys located above the keyboard. The Windows-based Notebook Manager allows you to run the program.
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48 2 Customizing my computer Parameter KBC Version Serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name Manufacturer Name UUID Description Shows the current keyboard controller (KBC) version Shows the system serial number. Shows the universally unique identifier number. Parameter System Time Description Sets the system time. Shows the official ...
48 2 Customizing my computer Parameter KBC Version Serial Number Asset Tag Number Product Name Manufacturer Name UUID Description Shows the current keyboard controller (KBC) version Shows the system serial number. Shows the universally unique identifier number. Parameter System Time Description Sets the system time. Shows the official ...
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... the corresponding port on the printer. Make sure the CD or DVD is enabled if you use a parallel printer. • Try attaching an external keyboard to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the printer cable is turned on your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal...diskette is not the cause of the problem, the floppy drive may be dirty. Follow the instructions included with the kit. • • • The keyboard does not respond. When placing the CD or DVD in the floppy drive. Check the following : • Make sure the disc is dirty, clean it...
... the corresponding port on the printer. Make sure the CD or DVD is enabled if you use a parallel printer. • Try attaching an external keyboard to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the printer cable is turned on your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal...diskette is not the cause of the problem, the floppy drive may be dirty. Follow the instructions included with the kit. • • • The keyboard does not respond. When placing the CD or DVD in the floppy drive. Check the following : • Make sure the disc is dirty, clean it...
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... the message and contact your system fails after you have made the changes in the 64k block at which the error was detected. Keyboard not working or not configured properly. Following the list are explanations of the messages and remedies for reported problems. Note: If your ...Fixed Disk Corrective Action Fixed disk is a list of memory installed. Run Setup. Check to proceed. 0210 Stuck key 0211 Keyboard error *0212 Keyboard Controller Failed 0213 Keyboard locked Unlock key switch 0220 Monitor type does not match CMOS - 65 Error messages The following is not working . If ...
... the message and contact your system fails after you have made the changes in the 64k block at which the error was detected. Keyboard not working or not configured properly. Following the list are explanations of the messages and remedies for reported problems. Note: If your ...Fixed Disk Corrective Action Fixed disk is a list of memory installed. Run Setup. Check to proceed. 0210 Stuck key 0211 Keyboard error *0212 Keyboard Controller Failed 0213 Keyboard locked Unlock key switch 0220 Monitor type does not match CMOS - 65 Error messages The following is not working . If ...
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...-in wavetable synthesizer Dual speakers Windows Sound System-compatible Separate audio ports for headphone-out, line-in and microphonein devices Keyboard and pointing device • • 84-/85-/88-key Windows keyboard Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with 512 KB L2 cache - 73 Microprocessor • Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4 processor with...
...-in wavetable synthesizer Dual speakers Windows Sound System-compatible Separate audio ports for headphone-out, line-in and microphonein devices Keyboard and pointing device • • 84-/85-/88-key Windows keyboard Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with 512 KB L2 cache - 73 Microprocessor • Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4 processor with...
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... Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Board Layout 5 Panel 7 Indicators 12 Keyboard 13 Hot Keys 15 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 Chapter 2 System Utilities 33 BIOS Setup Utility 33 Multi-... 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 113 Top View 113 Bottom View 115 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 117 TravelMate 230 Exploded Diagram 118 TravelMate 280 Exploded Diagram 128 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 139 Model Number Definition 139 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 141 Microsoft Windows...
... Contents Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features 1 System Block Diagram 4 Board Layout 5 Panel 7 Indicators 12 Keyboard 13 Hot Keys 15 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 Chapter 2 System Utilities 33 BIOS Setup Utility 33 Multi-... 5 Jumper and Connector Locations 113 Top View 113 Bottom View 115 Chapter 6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 117 TravelMate 230 Exploded Diagram 118 TravelMate 280 Exploded Diagram 128 Appendix A Model Definition and Configuration 139 Model Number Definition 139 Appendix B Test Compatible Components 141 Microsoft Windows...
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...; Mobile Celeron Pentium® 4 series processors from 1.6G up tp 2.0G with 512KB cache (TravelMate 230) T Intel® Mobile Northwood Pentium® 4 series processors from 1.6G up tp 2.4G with 512KB cache (TravelMate 280) T 64-bit memory bus T Two 200-pin DDR-DRAM with each supporting 128MB/ 256MB/ ... T T T All-in dual speakers High- speed CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or DVD/ CD-R/RW drive Connectivity T 84/85/88 key keyboard, which is PC/AT keyboard compatible. T Built-in floppy diskette drive and Hard diskette drive T High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk T Simultaneous LCD and CRT display T ...
...; Mobile Celeron Pentium® 4 series processors from 1.6G up tp 2.0G with 512KB cache (TravelMate 230) T Intel® Mobile Northwood Pentium® 4 series processors from 1.6G up tp 2.4G with 512KB cache (TravelMate 280) T 64-bit memory bus T Two 200-pin DDR-DRAM with each supporting 128MB/ 256MB/ ... T T T All-in dual speakers High- speed CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or DVD/ CD-R/RW drive Connectivity T 84/85/88 key keyboard, which is PC/AT keyboard compatible. T Built-in floppy diskette drive and Hard diskette drive T High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk T Simultaneous LCD and CRT display T ...