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... water or any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. Carefully route the power cord...
... water or any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. Carefully route the power cord...
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... keyboard 23 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 23 Windows keys 24 Hotkeys 24 Special keys 26 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 27 Using a computer security lock 27 Audio 28 Adjusting the volume 28 Using the system utilities 29 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 29 Launch Manager 30 Norton...
... keyboard 23 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 23 Windows keys 24 Hotkeys 24 Special keys 26 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 27 Using a computer security lock 27 Audio 28 Adjusting the volume 28 Using the system utilities 29 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 29 Launch Manager 30 Norton...
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...password and the file-specific password. If you lose both passwords, there will be used to encrypt files by unauthorized persons. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is the unique key that can decrypt any file on your files from being accessed by default, or you for... when encrypting a file. the file-specific password is assigned when you lose the password, the supervisor password is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on the appropriate utility and select the Help ...
...password and the file-specific password. If you lose both passwords, there will be used to encrypt files by unauthorized persons. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is the unique key that can decrypt any file on your files from being accessed by default, or you for... when encrypting a file. the file-specific password is assigned when you lose the password, the supervisor password is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on the appropriate utility and select the Help ...
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It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization - remove unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - improve the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. release unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook.
It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization - remove unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - improve the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. release unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook.
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...monitoring for a new location, while offering you to quickly and easily connect to start the program from the Start menu. Acer eNet Management Acer eNet Management helps you the freedom to manually adjust the settings to match your needs, simply by right-clicking on your... notebook, or start automatically when you to inspect hardware specifications and to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for power users. • Logs when a hardware component ...
...monitoring for a new location, while offering you to quickly and easily connect to start the program from the Start menu. Acer eNet Management Acer eNet Management helps you the freedom to manually adjust the settings to match your needs, simply by right-clicking on your... notebook, or start automatically when you to inspect hardware specifications and to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoother and better. Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for power users. • Logs when a hardware component ...
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... Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired LAN. You can define up to turn the following functions on buttons to three of the window. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to use as a template. 3 Select whether used for the ...which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. AC mode The...
... Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired LAN. You can define up to turn the following functions on buttons to three of the window. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to use as a template. 3 Select whether used for the ...which power options best fit your usage, there are four pre-defined profiles - To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Maximum Battery. AC mode The...
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...174; 915GM/915PM Express chipsets • Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology Intel® Celeron® M processor 370/380/390 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.50/1.60/1.70 GHz, 400 MHz FSB..., upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.4" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual diplays via Acer GridVista™ 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768 pixel resolution 16.7 million colors Intel® 915GM integrated 3D graphics...
...174; 915GM/915PM Express chipsets • Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology Intel® Celeron® M processor 370/380/390 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.50/1.60/1.70 GHz, 400 MHz FSB..., upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.4" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual diplays via Acer GridVista™ 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768 pixel resolution 16.7 million colors Intel® 915GM integrated 3D graphics...
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...8-cell or 29.6 W 4-cell Li-ion battery pack 2.5-hour rapid charge; 3.5-hour charge-in-use 65 W AC adapter 88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with 5-degree curve, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel, international launguage support Touchpad with 4-way scroll... button 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad Four easy-launch buttons: Internet , email, Empowering Key, user-programmable button Six/seven media keys...
...8-cell or 29.6 W 4-cell Li-ion battery pack 2.5-hour rapid charge; 3.5-hour charge-in-use 65 W AC adapter 88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with 5-degree curve, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel, international launguage support Touchpad with 4-way scroll... button 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad Four easy-launch buttons: Internet , email, Empowering Key, user-programmable button Six/seven media keys...
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.... English 21 Touchpad The built-in touchpad is the same as you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. This means the cursor responds as clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left...
.... English 21 Touchpad The built-in touchpad is the same as you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. This means the cursor responds as clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left...
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..., keep it - dry and clean. The touchpad is enabled on the second tap and drag the cursor. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Drag Click and hold to move up/ down/left/ right. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to drag the cursor...
..., keep it - dry and clean. The touchpad is enabled on the second tap and drag the cursor. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Drag Click and hold to move up/ down/left/ right. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to drag the cursor...
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... up or down arrow keys respectively. English 23 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. normal manner. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock + Scroll Lock + Description...
... up or down arrow keys respectively. English 23 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. normal manner. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock + Scroll Lock + Description...
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... keys to access most of functions: < > + : Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other key in...
... keys to access most of functions: < > + : Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other key in...
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... Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is connected, then, select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Acer GridVista. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this function, please go to Start, All Programs...click on Settings. You may choose any one of your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models. English 29 Using the system utilities Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft...
... Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is connected, then, select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Acer GridVista. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this function, please go to Start, All Programs...click on Settings. You may choose any one of your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models. English 29 Using the system utilities Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft...
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You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on page 20 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second ...monitor is simple to set to the manufacturer's recommended value. English 30 Acer GridVista is set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to ...
You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on page 20 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second ...monitor is simple to set to the manufacturer's recommended value. English 30 Acer GridVista is set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to ...
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... in the background so that you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for viruses? Click Finished. English 31 Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is complete...
... in the background so that you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for viruses? Click Finished. English 31 Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is complete...
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... the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? English 32 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up . I turned on an external monitor. Easy solutions are provided for each one. Look at the power indicator: •...
... the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? English 32 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up . I turned on an external monitor. Easy solutions are provided for each one. Look at the power indicator: •...
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... authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. English 33 No audio is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the printer. The keyboard does not respond. If it works, contact your communication software (e.g. ...the computer. You can also use the internal modem. Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip into the hole and push to the Windows manual. Try attaching an external keyboard to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the taskbar. The printer...
... authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. English 33 No audio is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the printer. The keyboard does not respond. If it works, contact your communication software (e.g. ...the computer. You can also use the internal modem. Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip into the hole and push to the Windows manual. Try attaching an external keyboard to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the taskbar. The printer...
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... any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off (Windows XP). If you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices...
... any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off (Windows XP). If you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices...
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...built-in optical disk burner, plug in an external USB or IEEE 1394-compatible optical disk burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for your computer. Windows handles all of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI),...backup and restore the system. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more information. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is only available on certain models. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the current system configuration to hard disk, CD or DVD. You ...
...built-in optical disk burner, plug in an external USB or IEEE 1394-compatible optical disk burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for your computer. Windows handles all of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI),...backup and restore the system. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more information. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is only available on certain models. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the current system configuration to hard disk, CD or DVD. You ...
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The default password is six zeros. 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery settings and click Next. 5 In the Recovery settings window, select Backup snapshot image and click Next. 6 Select the backup method. Please refer to the Create backup section. b Backup... drive D:. Restore from hard disk, CD or DVD. 1 Boot to Windows XP. 2 Press + to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility. 3 Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros. 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery actions and click Next. 5 Select the desired restore action...
The default password is six zeros. 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery settings and click Next. 5 In the Recovery settings window, select Backup snapshot image and click Next. 6 Select the backup method. Please refer to the Create backup section. b Backup... drive D:. Restore from hard disk, CD or DVD. 1 Boot to Windows XP. 2 Press + to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility. 3 Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros. 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery actions and click Next. 5 Select the desired restore action...