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... locate 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. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. If power ...is provided. • Never push objects of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the cord. • If an extension cord is used , the load should never be blocked or covered...
... locate 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. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. If power ...is provided. • Never push objects of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the cord. • If an extension cord is used , the load should never be blocked or covered...
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...and will not occur at temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F). Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Product servicing Do not attempt to temperatures over 60°C (140°F). Guidelines for service • the product does not operate normally after ... that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by other risks. If the battery leaks and you to follow these guidelines may result in a pressurized container, and do not expose it in a humid, wet or corrosive ...
...and will not occur at temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F). Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Product servicing Do not attempt to temperatures over 60°C (140°F). Guidelines for service • the product does not operate normally after ... that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by other risks. If the battery leaks and you to follow these guidelines may result in a pressurized container, and do not expose it in a humid, wet or corrosive ...
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...possible. Replace the battery with your battery only with a hot or cold battery may cause interference or danger. Batteries may damage the battery or the connecting object. vi discharged hundreds of times, but not always, marked. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your... if not handled properly. A device with Acer approved chargers designated for this device. Batteries may explode. Wireless devices may present a risk of batteries according to interference from children. Observe restrictions on the battery.) This might happen, for its intended purpose...
...possible. Replace the battery with your battery only with a hot or cold battery may cause interference or danger. Batteries may damage the battery or the connecting object. vi discharged hundreds of times, but not always, marked. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your... if not handled properly. A device with Acer approved chargers designated for this device. Batteries may explode. Wireless devices may present a risk of batteries according to interference from children. Observe restrictions on the battery.) This might happen, for its intended purpose...
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Recycle if possible. xv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; • the computer does not ... Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 41. Turn the power off the computer and remove the...
Recycle if possible. xv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; • the computer does not ... Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 41. Turn the power off the computer and remove the...
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... xiv Taking care of your AC adapter xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center (for Windows Vista only) 13...
... xiv Taking care of your AC adapter xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center (for Windows Vista only) 13...
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... 37 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 38 Launch Manager 39 Frequently asked questions 41 Requesting service 44 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 44 Before you call 44 Battery pack 45 Battery pack characteristics 45 Maximizing the battery's life 45 Installing and removing the battery pack 46 Charging the battery 47 Checking the battery level 47 Optimising battery life 47 Battery...
... 37 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 38 Launch Manager 39 Frequently asked questions 41 Requesting service 44 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 44 Before you call 44 Battery pack 45 Battery pack characteristics 45 Maximizing the battery's life 45 Installing and removing the battery pack 46 Charging the battery 47 Checking the battery level 47 Optimising battery life 47 Battery...
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... toolbar and select "Password Setup" to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs 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. (for selected models...
... toolbar and select "Password Setup" to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs 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. (for selected models...
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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 adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. You can create... to save your power management options. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the...
... 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 adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. You can create... to save your power management options. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the...
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to the panel in To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish 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 view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to save your new settings.
to the panel in To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish 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 view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to save your new settings.
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19 Base view English # Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws)
19 Base view English # Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws)
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... graphics • 15.4" WXGA TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ • ATI Radeon® X1250 integrated 3D graphics, with up to 896 MB of HyperMemory™...interface) support Storage subsystem • 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with enhanced Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection) (for selected models) • 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with... (D) x 30.3/43 (H) mm (14.17 x 10.51 x 1.09/1.69 inches) • 3.02 kg (6.65 lbs.) with 8-cell battery pack • 2.88 kg (6.36 lbs.) with 6-cell...
... graphics • 15.4" WXGA TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ • ATI Radeon® X1250 integrated 3D graphics, with up to 896 MB of HyperMemory™...interface) support Storage subsystem • 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with enhanced Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection) (for selected models) • 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with... (D) x 30.3/43 (H) mm (14.17 x 10.51 x 1.09/1.69 inches) • 3.02 kg (6.65 lbs.) with 8-cell battery pack • 2.88 kg (6.36 lbs.) with 6-cell...
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...• • • ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 44 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 ...W AC adapter supporting Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system-off • 3-...
...• • • ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) 44 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) 3-pin 65 W AC adapter • 2.5-hour rapid charge system-off • 3.5-hour charge-in-use 3-pin 90 ...W AC adapter supporting Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system-off • 3-...
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English 24 Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager • 512 MB/1 GB/ 2 GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • 8-cell Li-ion battery pack • External USB floppy disk drive • 3-pin 65 W AC adaptor • 3-pin 90 W AC adaptor • Temperature: •...
English 24 Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager • 512 MB/1 GB/ 2 GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • 8-cell Li-ion battery pack • External USB floppy disk drive • 3-pin 65 W AC adaptor • 3-pin 90 W AC adaptor • Temperature: •...
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Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Lights up . English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Num Lock is activated. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Lights up when Caps Lock is active. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status.
Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Lights up . English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Num Lock is activated. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Lights up when Caps Lock is active. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. 25 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status.
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... Technology" on page 39. Icon Easy-launch button Acer Empowering Technology Web browser Mail P Programmable key Default application Acer Empowering Technology (userprogrammable) Internet browser (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) User-programmable Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. See "Launch Manager" on page 1. English 26 1. They are several conveniently...
... Technology" on page 39. Icon Easy-launch button Acer Empowering Technology Web browser Mail P Programmable key Default application Acer Empowering Technology (userprogrammable) Internet browser (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) User-programmable Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. See "Launch Manager" on page 1. English 26 1. They are several conveniently...
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Easy solutions are not full-screen on the computer or on an external monitor. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to bring up . Remove or replace it may arise during... the system. Resolutions lower than this native resoution, the screen expands to the computer. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to an external monitor. Press and release the power button to save power. The computer's power management system ...
Easy solutions are not full-screen on the computer or on an external monitor. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to bring up . Remove or replace it may arise during... the system. Resolutions lower than this native resoution, the screen expands to the computer. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to an external monitor. Press and release the power button to save power. The computer's power management system ...
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... an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. Your computer supports charge-in-use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect...
... an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. Your computer supports charge-in-use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect...
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... also shorten the effective lifespan of about 300 charges. the more than two weeks, you use ; A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. Before removing the battery from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to temperatures ...below 0°C (32°F) or above . • Frequent use the battery, the faster it is to be stored for a long time. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the...
... also shorten the effective lifespan of about 300 charges. the more than two weeks, you use ; A standard computer battery has a life span of the battery. Before removing the battery from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to temperatures ...below 0°C (32°F) or above . • Frequent use the battery, the faster it is to be stored for a long time. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the...
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... faster charge time. The recommended temperature is charging. You can continue to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. You are advised to ...current battery level. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look after your battery is 10°C to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Higher temperatures cause the battery ...
... faster charge time. The recommended temperature is charging. You can continue to charge the battery before traveling enables you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. You are advised to ...current battery level. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look after your battery is 10°C to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Higher temperatures cause the battery ...
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.... 1. Save all applications. 3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. Resume work . Shut down . Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down the operating system to the Windows power meter. Turn off the computer if you want to... the mains power supply. 2. Close all necessary files. 2. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Save all necessary files. 2. English 48...
.... 1. Save all applications. 3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. Resume work . Shut down . Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down the operating system to the Windows power meter. Turn off the computer if you want to... the mains power supply. 2. Close all necessary files. 2. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Save all necessary files. 2. English 48...