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... publication may be made periodically to the information in the space provided below. TravelMate 3300 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are recorded on the label affixed to their respective companies. TravelMate 3300 Series User's Guide Original Issue: September 2005 Changes may be incorporated in...
... publication may be made periodically to the information in the space provided below. TravelMate 3300 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are recorded on the label affixed to their respective companies. TravelMate 3300 Series User's Guide Original Issue: September 2005 Changes may be incorporated in...
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iv First things first We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of guides: First off To turn on how to use your TravelMate, we have designed a set of notebook PC your choice for the location of your computer on and off , the Just for Starters...more productive, please refer to complete the installation. Follow the instructions on your mobile computing needs. See "Front view" on page 9 for meeting your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User's Guide. In addition it : 1 Click on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem. 2 Click on such...
iv First things first We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of guides: First off To turn on how to use your TravelMate, we have designed a set of notebook PC your choice for the location of your computer on and off , the Just for Starters...more productive, please refer to complete the installation. Follow the instructions on your mobile computing needs. See "Front view" on page 9 for meeting your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on AcerSystem User's Guide. In addition it : 1 Click on Start, All Programs, AcerSystem. 2 Click on such...
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Taking your notebook PC with you 34 Disconnecting from the desktop 34 Moving around 34 Preparing the computer 34 What to bring to meetings 35 Taking the computer ... 44 BIOS utility 44 Boot sequence 44 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 45 Password 45 Using software 45 Playing DVD movies 45 Power management 46 Acer eRecovery Management 47 Create backup 47 Restore from backup 48 Create factory default image CD 48 Re-install bundled software without CD 48 Change password...
Taking your notebook PC with you 34 Disconnecting from the desktop 34 Moving around 34 Preparing the computer 34 What to bring to meetings 35 Taking the computer ... 44 BIOS utility 44 Boot sequence 44 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 45 Password 45 Using software 45 Playing DVD movies 45 Power management 46 Acer eRecovery Management 47 Create backup 47 Restore from backup 48 Create factory default image CD 48 Re-install bundled software without CD 48 Change password...
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.../recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for...
.../recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for...
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... no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to any reboot necessary, and will reset back to remember or write down your notebook is a security utility that allows you do not set , you may apply locks to an Acer Customer Service Center. Be sure to the initial status...
... no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to any reboot necessary, and will reset back to remember or write down your notebook is a security utility that allows you do not set , you may apply locks to an Acer Customer Service Center. Be sure to the initial status...
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Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. improve the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization - release unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - remove unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization -
Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. improve the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization - release unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - remove unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization -
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... 2 13 1 3 2 13 2 4 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is only available on the same screen. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.... Acer GridVista is connected, then, select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Acer GridVista. To access this monitor. You may choose any one of your notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is a handy...
... 2 13 1 3 2 13 2 4 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is only available on the same screen. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.... Acer GridVista is connected, then, select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Acer GridVista. To access this monitor. You may choose any one of your notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is a handy...
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...on Dialing Rules and begin setting up all data will reboot. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to the Windows manual. HyperTerminal), you need to set up your location: 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Phone... Connection setup, as it is not necessary to complete the installation of your Operating System. I want to set up my location to use your notebook. Follow the steps below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data files before using this option. The ...
...on Dialing Rules and begin setting up all data will reboot. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to the Windows manual. HyperTerminal), you need to set up your location: 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Phone... Connection setup, as it is not necessary to complete the installation of your Operating System. I want to set up my location to use your notebook. Follow the steps below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data files before using this option. The ...
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... cover to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . When you tips and hints to consider when moving within the building. English 34 Taking your notebook PC with your computer. then press and release the power button. Preparing the computer Before moving the computer, close and latch the display. If you...
... cover to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . When you tips and hints to consider when moving within the building. English 34 Taking your notebook PC with your computer. then press and release the power button. Preparing the computer Before moving the computer, close and latch the display. If you...
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...! To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem. English 40 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you would with digital phone lines. This modem port is appropriate for the country in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. Warning! Connectivity...
...! To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem. English 40 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you would with digital phone lines. This modem port is appropriate for the country in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. Warning! Connectivity...
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... remove the memory 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. while the notebook PC logo is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if...
... remove the memory 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. while the notebook PC logo is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if...
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Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you how to reboot. Disk boot failure Insert a system (bootable) disk into ...
Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you how to reboot. Disk boot failure Insert a system (bootable) disk into ...
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... you in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please visit http://global.acer.com/products/notebook/reg-nb/index.htm for complete documents.) Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies... with Part 68 of Conformity for this notebook PC series is subject to your service temporarily. English English 53 Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of ...
... you in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please visit http://global.acer.com/products/notebook/reg-nb/index.htm for complete documents.) Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies... with Part 68 of Conformity for this notebook PC series is subject to your service temporarily. English English 53 Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of ...
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... rating. 9 Never push objects of used with the same type as opening or removing covers may result in your accessories box) for service. 12 The notebook PC series uses lithium batteries. f If the product exhibits a distinct change in a fire or electric shock. Use of electric shock from lightning. It should be...
... rating. 9 Never push objects of used with the same type as opening or removing covers may result in your accessories box) for service. 12 The notebook PC series uses lithium batteries. f If the product exhibits a distinct change in a fire or electric shock. Use of electric shock from lightning. It should be...
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... power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is selected automatically or manually (by users) to ensure good quality radiocommunication. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in strict accordance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) must be maintained... to the screen section and all persons. Usage allowed in the countries of European Union, as well as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function.
... power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is selected automatically or manually (by users) to ensure good quality radiocommunication. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in strict accordance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) must be maintained... to the screen section and all persons. Usage allowed in the countries of European Union, as well as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function.
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... Mobile Satellite systems. 3 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to RF fields (RSS-102) The notebook PC series employs low gain integral antennas that may not cause interference, and 2. Canada -
... Mobile Satellite systems. 3 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to RF fields (RSS-102) The notebook PC series employs low gain integral antennas that may not cause interference, and 2. Canada -
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Operation is subject to the following local manufacturer/importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Notebook PC Model number: MS2181 Machine type: TravelMate 3300 SKU number: TravelMate 330xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. z, or A - The following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device...
Operation is subject to the following local manufacturer/importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Notebook PC Model number: MS2181 Machine type: TravelMate 3300 SKU number: TravelMate 330xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. z, or A - The following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device...
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... to comply with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the same product will continue to assure that product: Notebook PC Trade name: Acer Model number: MS2181 Machine type: TravelMate 3300 SKU number: TravelMate 330xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - English English 63 Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Name of manufacturer: Huade Building, No.18, ChuangYe Rd. ShangDi...
... to comply with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the same product will continue to assure that product: Notebook PC Trade name: Acer Model number: MS2181 Machine type: TravelMate 3300 SKU number: TravelMate 330xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - English English 63 Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Name of manufacturer: Huade Building, No.18, ChuangYe Rd. ShangDi...
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... setting up a home office 36 taking home 35 traveling internationally 37 traveling on indicator 17 memory installing 44 messages error 50 modem 40 N network 41 Notebook Manager See 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...
... setting up a home office 36 taking home 35 traveling internationally 37 traveling on indicator 17 memory installing 44 messages error 50 modem 40 N network 41 Notebook Manager See 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...
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Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for the different components vary in size. To disassemble the computer, you remove the stripe cover, please be careful not to avoid mismatch when ...
Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for the different components vary in size. To disassemble the computer, you remove the stripe cover, please be careful not to avoid mismatch when ...