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...this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. The overall system load must not be operated from overheating. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow ... product, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or...
...this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. The overall system load must not be operated from overheating. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow ... product, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or...
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...controls that may interfere with the same type as opening or removing covers may result in fire. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Warning! Batteries may present a risk of this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when...the product to replace the power cord set . Replace the battery with the performance of fire or explosion. Use of used batteries. If you to qualified service personnel. Follow local regulations when disposing of another battery may explode if not handled properly. v Note: The ...
...controls that may interfere with the same type as opening or removing covers may result in fire. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Warning! Batteries may present a risk of this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when...the product to replace the power cord set . Replace the battery with the performance of fire or explosion. Use of used batteries. If you to qualified service personnel. Follow local regulations when disposing of another battery may explode if not handled properly. v Note: The ...
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Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Keep them away from children.... if possible. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. xiv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 45. If either of the following occurs...
Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Keep them away from children.... if possible. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. xiv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 45. If either of the following occurs...
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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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...38 Charging the phone 38 Connecting the phone to your notebook 39 Using the phone 41 Using the system utilities 42 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 42 Launch Manager 43 Norton Internet Security 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 ...Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery pack 49 Battery pack characteristics 49 Maximizing the battery's life 49 Installing and removing the battery pack 50 Charging the battery 51 Checking the battery level 51 Optimising battery life 51 Battery-low warning 52 Taking your notebook PC with...
...38 Charging the phone 38 Connecting the phone to your notebook 39 Using the phone 41 Using the system utilities 42 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 42 Launch Manager 43 Norton Internet Security 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 ...Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery pack 49 Battery pack characteristics 49 Maximizing the battery's life 49 Installing and removing the battery pack 50 Charging the battery 51 Checking the battery level 51 Optimising battery life 51 Battery-low warning 52 Taking your notebook PC with...
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... by reformatting your screen, 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. •...
... by reformatting your screen, 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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...switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you wish to save your power management options. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can also create customized power plans. Note: You cannot delete the ...a power plan allows you want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. 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, change the display...
...switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you wish to save your power management options. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can also create customized power plans. Note: You cannot delete the ...a power plan allows you want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. 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, change the display...
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Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. 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 save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to the panel in
Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. 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 save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to the panel in
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... jack with speakers, headphones). communication Indicates the status of Bluetooth switch/indicator communication (optional). 6 Wireless Enable/disables the wireless function. Indicates the computer's power status. 3 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 4 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 5 Bluetooth Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. 17 Closed front view...
... jack with speakers, headphones). communication Indicates the status of Bluetooth switch/indicator communication (optional). 6 Wireless Enable/disables the wireless function. Indicates the computer's power status. 3 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 4 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 5 Bluetooth Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. 17 Closed front view...
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Connect to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 20 Rear view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 Item Kensington lock slot USB 2.0 ports Battery Ethernet (RJ-45) port Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network (for selected models). Powers the computer.
Connect to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 20 Rear view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 Item Kensington lock slot USB 2.0 ports Battery Ethernet (RJ-45) port Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network (for selected models). Powers the computer.
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 21 Base view English # Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 21 Base view English # Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.
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... • • • • ACPI3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 44.6 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery (6-cell) 65 W AC adapter 88-/89-key keyboard, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel Touchpad with 4-way scroll button 12...support for digital speakers Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers Built-in microphone MS-Sound compatible Acer Video Conference, supporting Voice and Video over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) via Acer OrbiCam™ and optional Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam™ integrated 310,000 pixel...
... • • • • ACPI3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 44.6 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery (6-cell) 65 W AC adapter 88-/89-key keyboard, inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel Touchpad with 4-way scroll button 12...support for digital speakers Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers Built-in microphone MS-Sound compatible Acer Video Conference, supporting Voice and Video over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) via Acer OrbiCam™ and optional Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam™ integrated 310,000 pixel...
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... 25 Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone featuring Acer Voice Connection Manager • 512 MB /1 GB / 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM module • 9-cell 7200 mAh Li-ion battery pack • 6-cell 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack • External USB floppy disk drive • 65...
... 25 Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone featuring Acer Voice Connection Manager • 512 MB /1 GB / 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM module • 9-cell 7200 mAh Li-ion battery pack • 6-cell 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack • External USB floppy disk drive • 65...
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Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Num Lock Lights up . Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Power Indicates the computer's power status. 26 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators: English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up when Num Lock is active.
Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Num Lock Lights up . Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Power Indicates the computer's power status. 26 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators: English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up when Num Lock is active.
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... 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. Press < > to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Easy-launch button P Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) Internet browser (user... light shows green when in AC mode. Easy-launch buttons There are several conveniently located easy-launch buttons. See "Launch Manager" on page 1. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 43.
... 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. Press < > to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. Easy-launch button P Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) Internet browser (user... light shows green when in AC mode. Easy-launch buttons There are several conveniently located easy-launch buttons. See "Launch Manager" on page 1. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 43.
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.... To charge the phone: 1. Locate the PC Card (PCMCIA) slot. 3. Insert the phone to the slot label up during charge and turns off when the battery is completely pushed on . 2. Note: The notebook detects the device and displays a New Device Wizard window. The power/charge indicator lights up . English 38 LED...
.... To charge the phone: 1. Locate the PC Card (PCMCIA) slot. 3. Insert the phone to the slot label up during charge and turns off when the battery is completely pushed on . 2. Note: The notebook detects the device and displays a New Device Wizard window. The power/charge indicator lights up . English 38 LED...
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... full-screen on the computer or on your computer. Resolutions lower than this native resoution, the screen expands to turn the display back on the battery, it is not lit, no power is being supplied to restart the system. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the... battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it with a system disk and ...
... full-screen on the computer or on your computer. Resolutions lower than this native resoution, the screen expands to turn the display back on the battery, it is not lit, no power is being supplied to restart the system. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the... battery pack. • Make sure that the resolution is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it with a system disk and ...
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... computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. English English 49 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you...
... computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. English English 49 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you...
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... 0°C (32°F) or above . • Frequent use the battery, the faster it is fully charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that the end with the contacts will...its effective life. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; make sure that the top surface of its extremes...
... 0°C (32°F) or above . • Frequent use the battery, the faster it is fully charged. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that the end with the contacts will...its effective life. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; make sure that the top surface of its extremes...
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...You can continue to 30°C. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on-the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is not being used, as it is 10°C ...to operate your AC adapter and battery. The recommended temperature is correctly installed in the battery bay. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. You are advised to start the next day with the computer turned off results in a cool, ...
...You can continue to 30°C. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on-the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is not being used, as it is 10°C ...to operate your AC adapter and battery. The recommended temperature is correctly installed in the battery bay. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. You are advised to start the next day with the computer turned off results in a cool, ...