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... Technology 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management 2 Acer eLock Management 3 Acer ePerformance Management 4 Acer eRecovery Management 5 Acer eSettings Management 6 Acer ePower Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 8 A TravelMate tour 9 Front view 9 Closed front view 10 Left view 11 Right view 12 Rear view 12 Base view 13 Specifications 14 Indicators 17 Easy-launch buttons 18 Touchpad 19 Touchpad basics 19 Using the keyboard 21...
... Technology 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management 2 Acer eLock Management 3 Acer ePerformance Management 4 Acer eRecovery Management 5 Acer eSettings Management 6 Acer ePower Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 8 A TravelMate tour 9 Front view 9 Closed front view 10 Left view 11 Right view 12 Rear view 12 Base view 13 Specifications 14 Indicators 17 Easy-launch buttons 18 Touchpad 19 Touchpad basics 19 Using the keyboard 21...
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the center button serves as a 4-way and right) scroll button. 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 7 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 8 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 9 Easy-launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See "Easy-...
the center button serves as a 4-way and right) scroll button. 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 7 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 8 Power button Turns the computer on and off. 9 Easy-launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See "Easy-...
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...Blaster Pro™ and MS Sound compatible Built-in jack for AC adapter 124-pin Acer ezDock connector Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords Acer Empowering Technology Acer GridVista Acer Launch Manager Adobe® Reader® CyberLink® PowerDVD™ Norton AntiVirus™ ... Wake-on -Ring ready LAN: gigabit Ethernet; 15 English Input devices Audio Communication I/O interface Security Software 84-/85-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard Built-in touchpad with 4-way scroll button Four easy-launch buttons Two front-access buttons: WLAN LED-button and Bluetooth®...
...Blaster Pro™ and MS Sound compatible Built-in jack for AC adapter 124-pin Acer ezDock connector Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords Acer Empowering Technology Acer GridVista Acer Launch Manager Adobe® Reader® CyberLink® PowerDVD™ Norton AntiVirus™ ... Wake-on -Ring ready LAN: gigabit Ethernet; 15 English Input devices Audio Communication I/O interface Security Software 84-/85-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard Built-in touchpad with 4-way scroll button Four easy-launch buttons Two front-access buttons: WLAN LED-button and Bluetooth®...
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... Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the left side of wireless LAN communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of the keyboard, and four on . Lights up when the computer is activated. Power Lights up when the battery is activated. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock...
... Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the left side of wireless LAN communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of the keyboard, and four on . Lights up when the computer is activated. Power Lights up when the battery is activated. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock...
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... To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. These buttons are : mail, Web browser, Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button. Easy-launch buttons Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are pre-set the Web ...browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. Press < > to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Charging: The ...
... To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. These buttons are : mail, Web browser, Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button. Easy-launch buttons Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are pre-set the Web ...browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. Press < > to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Charging: The ...
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...small characters located on embedded keypad cursor-control keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to connect an external keypad. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a letters on embedded keypad. The embedded numeric...the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use this mode when you can toggle on the keys. It is in a normal manner. Main keyboard keys Hold while typing Type the letters in uppercase. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. English 21 Using the...
...small characters located on embedded keypad cursor-control keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to connect an external keypad. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a letters on embedded keypad. The embedded numeric...the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use this mode when you can toggle on the keys. It is in a normal manner. Main keyboard keys Hold while typing Type the letters in uppercase. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. English 21 Using the...
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.... it opens the application's context menu. Application This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; English 22 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
.... it opens the application's context menu. Application This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; English 22 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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English 24 Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of the keyboard. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Note: This function varies according to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm .... The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. Please refer to the language settings. The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Either press < > at...
English 24 Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of the keyboard. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Note: This function varies according to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm .... The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of your keyboard. Please refer to the language settings. The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Either press < > at...
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Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is simple to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 18 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. English 28 Acer GridVista is set to the manufacturer's recommended value.
Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is simple to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 18 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. English 28 Acer GridVista is set to the manufacturer's recommended value.
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...an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to a USB port on the computer. I want to the line- Try attaching an external keyboard to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared port is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive. In Windows, look at the volume...volume control buttons to eject the tray. The infrared port does not work . Check the following : • The volume may be muted. The keyboard does not respond. There is enabled. • Make sure both devices (for file transfers) or you have the appropriate software running on both ...
...an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to a USB port on the computer. I want to the line- Try attaching an external keyboard to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared port is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive. In Windows, look at the volume...volume control buttons to eject the tray. The infrared port does not work . Check the following : • The volume may be muted. The keyboard does not respond. There is enabled. • Make sure both devices (for file transfers) or you have the appropriate software running on both ...
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...'s office or a different building, you may choose to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you tips and hints to place it in Sleep mode by...
...'s office or a different building, you may choose to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you tips and hints to place it in Sleep mode by...
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..., you may require you can cause condensation. Airport security may want to turn on the computer. With a second AC adapter, you to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you might also want to purchase a second AC adapter for significant periods of time...
..., you may require you can cause condensation. Airport security may want to turn on the computer. With a second AC adapter, you to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you might also want to purchase a second AC adapter for significant periods of time...
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.... English 46 Note: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive. Windows handles all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to any activity involving one or more information. Power management This computer has a built-in power management unit that supports...
.... English 46 Note: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive. Windows handles all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to any activity involving one or more information. Power management This computer has a built-in power management unit that supports...
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...Disk boot failure Insert a system (bootable) disk into the floppy drive (A:), then press to open the computer yourself; keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center...to reboot. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer. Error messages If you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error symptom...
...Disk boot failure Insert a system (bootable) disk into the floppy drive (A:), then press to open the computer yourself; keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center...to reboot. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer. Error messages If you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error symptom...
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...frequently-asked questions frequently-asked questions 30 front view 10 H Hibernation mode hotkey 23 hotkeys 22 I indicator lights 17 infrared 41 K keyboard 21 embedded numeric keypad 21 hotkeys 22 lock keys 21 troubleshooting 31 Windows keys 22 L LEDs 17 left view 10 M media access... CD-ROM ejecting 25 ejecting manually 31 troubleshooting 31 cleaning computer vi computer caring for v cleaning vi disconnecting 34 features 9, 27 indicators 17 keyboards 21 moving around 34 on indicator 11, 17 security 38 setting up a home office 36 taking home 35 traveling internationally 37 traveling on indicator...
...frequently-asked questions frequently-asked questions 30 front view 10 H Hibernation mode hotkey 23 hotkeys 22 I indicator lights 17 infrared 41 K keyboard 21 embedded numeric keypad 21 hotkeys 22 lock keys 21 troubleshooting 31 Windows keys 22 L LEDs 17 left view 10 M media access... CD-ROM ejecting 25 ejecting manually 31 troubleshooting 31 cleaning computer vi computer caring for v cleaning vi disconnecting 34 features 9, 27 indicators 17 keyboards 21 moving around 34 on indicator 11, 17 security 38 setting up a home office 36 taking home 35 traveling internationally 37 traveling on indicator...
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... embedded 21 P password 38 types 38 PC Card 43 ejecting 43 inserting 43 ports 40 printer troubleshooting 31 problems 30 CD-ROM 31 display 30 keyboard 31 printer 31 startup 30 troubleshooting 50 Q questions setting location for modem use 32 S safety CD or DVD 58 FCC notice 52 general instructions 56...
... embedded 21 P password 38 types 38 PC Card 43 ejecting 43 inserting 43 ports 40 printer troubleshooting 31 problems 30 CD-ROM 31 display 30 keyboard 31 printer 31 startup 30 troubleshooting 50 Q questions setting location for modem use 32 S safety CD or DVD 58 FCC notice 52 general instructions 56...
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Mainboard Layout Top View 1 Fan Connector (FAN1) 6 5-in-1 Card Reader Slot (CARD1) 2 LCD Cable Connector (LCD1) 7 RTC Battery Connector (RTC1) 3 IEEE 1394 Connector (SKT1) 8 Bluetooth Module Connector (BT1) 4 USB Port (SKT2) 9 Touchpad FFC Connector (TPAD1) 5 PC Card Slot (PCH1 or U22) 10 Keyboard Connector (KB1) Chapter 1 3
Mainboard Layout Top View 1 Fan Connector (FAN1) 6 5-in-1 Card Reader Slot (CARD1) 2 LCD Cable Connector (LCD1) 7 RTC Battery Connector (RTC1) 3 IEEE 1394 Connector (SKT1) 8 Bluetooth Module Connector (BT1) 4 USB Port (SKT2) 9 Touchpad FFC Connector (TPAD1) 5 PC Card Slot (PCH1 or U22) 10 Keyboard Connector (KB1) Chapter 1 3
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... for your computer. Turns the computer on and off . Front View # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Item Display screen Microphone Status indicators Touchpad Click buttons (Left, center and right) Palmrest Keyboard Power button Easy-launch buttons Description Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. Internal microphone for launching frequently used programs. 8 Chapter 1 Light-Emitting...
... for your computer. Turns the computer on and off . Front View # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Item Display screen Microphone Status indicators Touchpad Click buttons (Left, center and right) Palmrest Keyboard Power button Easy-launch buttons Description Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. Internal microphone for launching frequently used programs. 8 Chapter 1 Light-Emitting...
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.... Charging: The light shwos amber when the battery is activated. Indicators # ThIetceommputer has three easy-to-reaDd setastucs rinidpicattoiros onn the left side of the keyboard, and four on the front panel. # Item # Item Description Description"Launch keys" on page 10 "Launch keys" on page 10 "Launch keys" on . Chapter 1 13...
.... Charging: The light shwos amber when the battery is activated. Indicators # ThIetceommputer has three easy-to-reaDd setastucs rinidpicattoiros onn the left side of the keyboard, and four on the front panel. # Item # Item Description Description"Launch keys" on page 10 "Launch keys" on page 10 "Launch keys" on . Chapter 1 13...
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Easy-launch buttons Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are pre-set to run the Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are four buttons. These buttons are : mail, Web Browser, Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button. Easy-launch button Mail Web browser P Default application Email application (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-programmable) Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) User-programmable 14 Chapter 1 The are called easy-launch buttons. Press < > to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users.
Easy-launch buttons Located at the upper-right, above the keyboard are pre-set to run the Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are four buttons. These buttons are : mail, Web Browser, Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button. Easy-launch button Mail Web browser P Default application Email application (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-programmable) Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) User-programmable 14 Chapter 1 The are called easy-launch buttons. Press < > to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users.