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...This product's AC adapter is equipped with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of internal components and to protect it from lithium battery pack. The plug only fits in a fire or electric shock. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do .... If power strips are used with a three-wire grounded plug. Also, make sure that the total rating of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the power cord. Do not insert the plug into this product through cabinet slots as they may result...
...This product's AC adapter is equipped with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of internal components and to protect it from lithium battery pack. The plug only fits in a fire or electric shock. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do .... If power strips are used with a three-wire grounded plug. Also, make sure that the total rating of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the power cord. Do not insert the plug into this product through cabinet slots as they may result...
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...meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that which came bundled with the performance of used batteries. Use of another battery may expose you need for service • the product does not operate normally after following requirements: detachable type, UL... listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Batteries may interfere with your product. Keep them in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set, make sure that may explode if ...
...meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that which came bundled with the performance of used batteries. Use of another battery may expose you need for service • the product does not operate normally after following requirements: detachable type, UL... listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Batteries may interfere with your product. Keep them in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set, make sure that may explode if ...
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...children. • Dispose of used batteries according to take care of your battery pack Here are some ways to local regulations. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Recycle if possible. xiv Taking care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements.... Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. If either of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; •...
...children. • Dispose of used batteries according to take care of your battery pack Here are some ways to local regulations. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Recycle if possible. xiv Taking care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements.... Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. If either of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; •...
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... of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front view...
... of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front view...
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... service 46 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 46 Before you call 46 Battery pack 47 Battery pack characteristics 47 Maximizing the battery's life 47 Installing and removing the battery pack 48 Charging the battery 49 Checking the battery level 49 Optimising battery life 49 Battery-low warning 50 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 51 Finding and playing content 52 Settings...
... service 46 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 46 Before you call 46 Battery pack 47 Battery pack characteristics 47 Maximizing the battery's life 47 Installing and removing the battery pack 48 Charging the battery 49 Checking the battery level 49 Optimising battery life 49 Battery-low warning 50 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 51 Finding and playing content 52 Settings...
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... be asked to create it provides access to the following utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. •...
... be asked to create it provides access to the following utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. •...
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... name for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to switch to save your power management options. You can also create customized power ...plans. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. You can also turn on . 4 If necessary...
... name for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to switch to save your power management options. You can also create customized power ...plans. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. You can also turn on . 4 If necessary...
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Click the sleep and hibernate modes. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in
Click the sleep and hibernate modes. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in
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... audio line-in -1 card reader Description Accepts MultiMediaCard (MMC), Secure Digital (SD), xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO. S/PDIF support 9 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 10 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 11 Latch Locks and releases the lid. 17 English # Icon Item 5 5-in devices (e.g., audio...
... audio line-in -1 card reader Description Accepts MultiMediaCard (MMC), Secure Digital (SD), xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO. S/PDIF support 9 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 10 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 11 Latch Locks and releases the lid. 17 English # Icon Item 5 5-in devices (e.g., audio...
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Connects to an AC adapter. 20 Rear view English # Icon Item 1 DC-in jack 2 External display (VGA) port 3 Battery Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Powers the computer.
Connects to an AC adapter. 20 Rear view English # Icon Item 1 DC-in jack 2 External display (VGA) port 3 Battery Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Powers the computer.
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Houses the computer's main memory. 21 Base view English # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan 3 Hard disk bay 4 Memory compartment 5 Battery release latch 6 Battery bay Description Locks the battery in position. Releases the battery for removal. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Houses the computer's battery pack. Helps keep the computer cool.
Houses the computer's main memory. 21 Base view English # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Cooling fan 3 Hard disk bay 4 Memory compartment 5 Battery release latch 6 Battery bay Description Locks the battery in position. Releases the battery for removal. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Houses the computer's battery pack. Helps keep the computer cool.
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... Modem: 56K ITU V.92 with two built-in speakers MS Sound compatible Built-in -use 3-pin 90 W AC adapter 84-/85-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with 5-degree curve Touchpad with 4-way scroll button Four easy-launch buttons Two front-access switches: WLAN LED and Bluetooth...; • ACPI CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 42 W 3800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6 cell) (for selected models) and 54 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6 cell) Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system-off • ...
... Modem: 56K ITU V.92 with two built-in speakers MS Sound compatible Built-in -use 3-pin 90 W AC adapter 84-/85-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with 5-degree curve Touchpad with 4-way scroll button Four easy-launch buttons Two front-access switches: WLAN LED and Bluetooth...; • ACPI CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 42 W 3800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6 cell) (for selected models) and 54 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6 cell) Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system-off • ...
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The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB, 1 or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM memory • 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter • External USB floppy disk drive Temperature: • Operating...
The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB, 1 or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM memory • 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter • External USB floppy disk drive Temperature: • Operating...
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...to-read status indicators, including four on the front panel. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Power... Indicates the computer's power status. The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is active. Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights up ...
...to-read status indicators, including four on the front panel. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is closed. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Power... Indicates the computer's power status. The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is active. Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights up ...
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... reset by users. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. These buttons are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Easy-launch button P Web ...browser Mail Default application User-programmable Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-programmable) Email ...
... reset by users. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. These buttons are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Easy-launch button P Web ...browser Mail Default application User-programmable Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-programmable) Email ...
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... asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may be low and unable to power the computer. Easy solutions are using on the battery, it is properly plugged into the computer and to fill the computer display. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on , three things... is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? Then click on an external monitor. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is not full-screen. Right-click on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up...
... asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may be low and unable to power the computer. Easy solutions are using on the battery, it is properly plugged into the computer and to fill the computer display. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on , three things... is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? Then click on an external monitor. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is not full-screen. Right-click on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up...
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... turning the computer on. 2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter. 4 Turn on ordering a spare battery pack. The battery is advisable to operate the computer. English English 47 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you connect the computer to the AC adapter. This means that the...
... turning the computer on. 2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter. 4 Turn on ordering a spare battery pack. The battery is advisable to operate the computer. English English 47 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you connect the computer to the AC adapter. This means that the...
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.... make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first, and that the top surface of the battery. Before removing the battery from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of about 300 charges. Use this procedure will prevent you from the unit, connect the... used for more you condition your computer. If the computer is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. A standard computer battery has a life span of its extremes, as described above 45°C (113°F). the ...
.... make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first, and that the top surface of the battery. Before removing the battery from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of about 300 charges. Use this procedure will prevent you from the unit, connect the... used for more you condition your computer. If the computer is facing up. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. A standard computer battery has a life span of its extremes, as described above 45°C (113°F). the ...
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..., as it is 10°C to 30°C. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for selected model). • Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. English English 49 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to a mains power outlet. You are advised to charge the...
..., as it is 10°C to 30°C. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for selected model). • Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. English English 49 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to a mains power outlet. You are advised to charge the...
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...the operating system to turn off the computer if you want to the Windows power meter. Save all applications. 3. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Turn off the computer. Shut down ...is unavailable. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. English 50 Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to recharge the battery rapidly. Replace the battery pack. 5. Save all necessary files. 2. Turn on your situation: Situation ...
...the operating system to turn off the computer if you want to the Windows power meter. Save all applications. 3. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Turn off the computer. Shut down ...is unavailable. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. English 50 Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to recharge the battery rapidly. Replace the battery pack. 5. Save all necessary files. 2. Turn on your situation: Situation ...