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It is fast, easy and user-friendly. Installing the SmartCard software The installation is located above the keyboard. If you lose both your SmartCard and the Emergency Card, bring your SmartCard is running and then insert the Emergency Card. You can also access ...
It is fast, easy and user-friendly. Installing the SmartCard software The installation is located above the keyboard. If you lose both your SmartCard and the Emergency Card, bring your SmartCard is running and then insert the Emergency Card. You can also access ...
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...care and tips for using your computer vi 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour 3 Front view 3 Left view 4 Right view 5 Rear view 6 Bottom view 7 Features 9 Indicators 11 Using the keyboard 12 Special keys 12 Touchpad 18 Touchpad basics 18 Storage 20 Hard disk... 20 Floppy drive 20 AcerMedia bay drive 20 Audio 23 Adjusting the volume 23 Power management 24 Moving around with your TravelMate 25 Disconnecting from the desktop...
...care and tips for using your computer vi 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour 3 Front view 3 Left view 4 Right view 5 Rear view 6 Bottom view 7 Features 9 Indicators 11 Using the keyboard 12 Special keys 12 Touchpad 18 Touchpad basics 18 Storage 20 Hard disk... 20 Floppy drive 20 AcerMedia bay drive 20 Audio 23 Adjusting the volume 23 Power management 24 Moving around with your TravelMate 25 Disconnecting from the desktop...
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... computer power. 7 Infrared port Interfaces with Infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer, IR-aware computers). 8 Microphone Inputs sounds and voices into your TravelMate # Item Description 5 Click buttons (left, The left and right buttons function like the center and right) left and right mouse buttons;... Comfortable support area for your computer. 9 Speaker 10 Palmrest 11 Keyboard Left view Outputs sound. Inputs data into your hands when you use the computer. 4 1 Getting to know your computer. # ...
... computer power. 7 Infrared port Interfaces with Infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer, IR-aware computers). 8 Microphone Inputs sounds and voices into your TravelMate # Item Description 5 Click buttons (left, The left and right buttons function like the center and right) left and right mouse buttons;... Comfortable support area for your computer. 9 Speaker 10 Palmrest 11 Keyboard Left view Outputs sound. Inputs data into your hands when you use the computer. 4 1 Getting to know your computer. # ...
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6 Rear view 1 Getting to know your TravelMate # Item 1 Power jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. 2 PS/2 port Connects to any Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 4 Line-in/mic-... audio line-out devices (e.g., Headphone-out jack speakers, headphones). 6 Expansion port I/O replicator or EasyPort expansion devices. 7 Modem jack Connects to any PS/2-compatible device (e.g., PS/2 keyboard/mouse/keypad). 3 USB ports (two) Connect to a phone line.
6 Rear view 1 Getting to know your TravelMate # Item 1 Power jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. 2 PS/2 port Connects to any Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 4 Line-in/mic-... audio line-out devices (e.g., Headphone-out jack speakers, headphones). 6 Expansion port I/O replicator or EasyPort expansion devices. 7 Modem jack Connects to any PS/2-compatible device (e.g., PS/2 keyboard/mouse/keypad). 3 USB ports (two) Connect to a phone line.
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10 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Connectivity • High-speed V.90 56Kbps fax/data modem port • Fast infrared wireless communication • USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports • Ethernet/Fast Ethernet... Bluetooth wireless communication feature • Optional 802.11b wireless LAN feature Human-centric design and ergonomics • Sleek, smooth and stylish design • Full-sized keyboard • Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device • Internet scroll key Expansion • Type II CardBus PC card (formerly PCMCIA) slot • Upgradeable memory • ...
10 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Connectivity • High-speed V.90 56Kbps fax/data modem port • Fast infrared wireless communication • USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports • Ethernet/Fast Ethernet... Bluetooth wireless communication feature • Optional 802.11b wireless LAN feature Human-centric design and ergonomics • Sleek, smooth and stylish design • Full-sized keyboard • Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device • Internet scroll key Expansion • Type II CardBus PC card (formerly PCMCIA) slot • Upgradeable memory • ...
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Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one line up or down arrow keys respectively. Lock key Caps Lock Num ... is in uppercase. Note: To access the Num Lock and Scroll Lock functions, hold the Fn key down when you need to know your TravelMate Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. 12 1 Getting to do a lot...
Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one line up or down arrow keys respectively. Lock key Caps Lock Num ... is in uppercase. Note: To access the Num Lock and Scroll Lock functions, hold the Fn key down when you need to know your TravelMate Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. 12 1 Getting to do a lot...
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... Type the letters in a normal manner. 13 Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on embedded keypad. Num lock off Hold Fn while using cursor-control keys. Desired access Number... keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num lock on the upper right corner of the keycaps. It is connected to the computer, the Num Lock feature automatically shifts...
... Type the letters in a normal manner. 13 Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on embedded keypad. Num lock off Hold Fn while using cursor-control keys. Desired access Number... keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num lock on the upper right corner of the keycaps. It is connected to the computer, the Num Lock feature automatically shifts...
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Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to know your TravelMate Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. dialog box) Opens a context menu (same as a right-click). To activate hot keys, press and hold the ...
Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to know your TravelMate Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. dialog box) Opens a context menu (same as a right-click). To activate hot keys, press and hold the ...
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...Note for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International. To verify the keyboard type: 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Keyboard. 3 Click on your keyboard. then select United StatesInternational and click on OK. 5 Click on Properties; Fn-← Alt ... symbol on some models). Types the Euro symbol (available on your keyboard. For the Euro symbol to work, the keyboard layout has to be set to United States-International. 16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Hot key Icon Fn-↑ Function Volume up Increases the screen brightness...
...Note for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International. To verify the keyboard type: 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Keyboard. 3 Click on your keyboard. then select United StatesInternational and click on OK. 5 Click on Properties; Fn-← Alt ... symbol on some models). Types the Euro symbol (available on your keyboard. For the Euro symbol to work, the keyboard layout has to be set to United States-International. 16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Hot key Icon Fn-↑ Function Volume up Increases the screen brightness...
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... P3 Multimedia application Mail Email application. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Launch Keys Located at the top of the keyboard are called launch keys. They are designated as the P1, P2, P3, mail button and Web browser button.
... P3 Multimedia application Mail Email application. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Launch Keys Located at the top of the keyboard are called launch keys. They are designated as the P1, P2, P3, mail button and Web browser button.
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... for more of these devices in power management unit that supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) which allows for your TravelMate Power management This computer has a built-in order to the serial and parallel ports, video memory, and other ports and devices.... Windows handles all of the following devices: keyboard, pointing device, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity...
... for more of these devices in power management unit that supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) which allows for your TravelMate Power management This computer has a built-in order to the serial and parallel ports, video memory, and other ports and devices.... Windows handles all of the following devices: keyboard, pointing device, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity...
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... display cover. 6 Disconnect the computer from the the I/O port replicator or EasyPort port replicator, if necessary. 7 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 8 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices. 9 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to disconnect your computer from the desktop... accessories: 1 Save your work in Sleep mode. Moving around "when you are just moving around with your computer. 25 Moving around or traveling with your TravelMate This section gives you tips and hints on Start, Shut Down....
... display cover. 6 Disconnect the computer from the the I/O port replicator or EasyPort port replicator, if necessary. 7 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 8 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices. 9 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to disconnect your computer from the desktop... accessories: 1 Save your work in Sleep mode. Moving around "when you are just moving around with your computer. 25 Moving around or traveling with your TravelMate This section gives you tips and hints on Start, Shut Down....
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... of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you Unless you already have some items at home, it may be worthwhile to add an external keyboard, monitor, or mouse. Setting up a home office If you frequently work on the computer. With a second AC adapter, you might also want to purchase a second...
... of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you Unless you already have some items at home, it may be worthwhile to add an external keyboard, monitor, or mouse. Setting up a home office If you frequently work on the computer. With a second AC adapter, you might also want to purchase a second...
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See "Launch Keys" on Start, Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on page 17 for more information. 52 2 Customizing your online guide for the location of the launch key. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to run the program. See your computer 2 Select the Notebook Manager application to set the five launch keys located above the keyboard.
See "Launch Keys" on Start, Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on page 17 for more information. 52 2 Customizing your online guide for the location of the launch key. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to run the program. See your computer 2 Select the Notebook Manager application to set the five launch keys located above the keyboard.
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...loose. To properly use your communications software (e.g., HyperTerminal), you need to set up your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be blocking the ports. • Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are IrDA-compliant. To connect ... apart. • Make sure that you have PS/2 connectors and there is a clear path between the two infrared ports. Try attaching an external keyboard to the Windows manual. Refer to the PS/2 connector on the computer. If it works, contact your location. The infrared port does not work....
...loose. To properly use your communications software (e.g., HyperTerminal), you need to set up your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be blocking the ports. • Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are IrDA-compliant. To connect ... apart. • Make sure that you have PS/2 connectors and there is a clear path between the two infrared ports. Try attaching an external keyboard to the Windows manual. Refer to the PS/2 connector on the computer. If it works, contact your location. The infrared port does not work....
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.... Pointing Device Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. 62 3 Troubleshooting your computer Error Messages Corrective Action Keyboard Error or No Keyboard Connected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. then press Esc to enter the BIOS Utility; Memory...
.... Pointing Device Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. 62 3 Troubleshooting your computer Error Messages Corrective Action Keyboard Error or No Keyboard Connected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. then press Esc to enter the BIOS Utility; Memory...
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... device with scroll function I/O ports • Built-in: • One type II/I PC Card socket (PCMCIA CardBus) • One SmartCard interface socket • One 6-pin keyboard/mouse port (PS/2) • One RJ-11 modem jack (V.90 56Kbps) • One RJ-45 network jack (Ethernet 10BaseT/Fast Ethernet 100BaseT) • One power...
... device with scroll function I/O ports • Built-in: • One type II/I PC Card socket (PCMCIA CardBus) • One SmartCard interface socket • One 6-pin keyboard/mouse port (PS/2) • One RJ-11 modem jack (V.90 56Kbps) • One RJ-45 network jack (Ethernet 10BaseT/Fast Ethernet 100BaseT) • One power...
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... CD-RW ejecting manually 58 troubleshooting 58 cleaning computer viii computer bringing to meetings 26 caring for vii cleaning viii disconnecting 25 features 3, 9 indicators 11 keyboards 12 moving around 25 on indicator 11 performance 9 security 30 setting up a home office 27 taking home 26 79 traveling internationally 28 traveling on local...
... CD-RW ejecting manually 58 troubleshooting 58 cleaning computer viii computer bringing to meetings 26 caring for vii cleaning viii disconnecting 25 features 3, 9 indicators 11 keyboards 12 moving around 25 on indicator 11 performance 9 security 30 setting up a home office 27 taking home 26 79 traveling internationally 28 traveling on local...
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See warranty K keyboard 12 embedded numeric keypad 13 hotkeys 14 lock keys 12 troubleshooting 59 Windows keys 14 L LEDs 11 M media access on indicator 11 memory installing 46- ... 45 PhDISK Hibernation mode utility 51 PhDisk 51 ports 41 POST (power-on self-test) 53 problems CD-RW 58 display 57, 58 infrared 59 keyboard 59 startup 57 troubleshooting 56 Q questions multiple PS/2 devices 59 setting location for modem use 59 S safety CD-RW or DVD-ROM 76 FCC notice...
See warranty K keyboard 12 embedded numeric keypad 13 hotkeys 14 lock keys 12 troubleshooting 59 Windows keys 14 L LEDs 11 M media access on indicator 11 memory installing 46- ... 45 PhDISK Hibernation mode utility 51 PhDisk 51 ports 41 POST (power-on self-test) 53 problems CD-RW 58 display 57, 58 infrared 59 keyboard 59 startup 57 troubleshooting 56 Q questions multiple PS/2 devices 59 setting location for modem use 59 S safety CD-RW or DVD-ROM 76 FCC notice...