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... muscles • take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders • avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you have these symptoms, or any light source • minimizing room light by looking at the...
... muscles • take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders • avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you have these symptoms, or any light source • minimizing room light by looking at the...
TravelMate 6291/6292/6231 User's Guide EN
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... 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 14 Closed front view 15 Left view 16 Right view 17 Rear view 17 Base view 18 Specifications 19 Indicators 24 Easy-launch buttons 25 Touchpad 26 Touchpad basics 26 Using the keyboard 28...
... 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 14 Closed front view 15 Left view 16 Right view 17 Rear view 17 Base view 18 Specifications 19 Indicators 24 Easy-launch buttons 25 Touchpad 26 Touchpad basics 26 Using the keyboard 28...
TravelMate 6291/6292/6231 User's Guide EN
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...2 Infrared port Description Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. and right) *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (for selected models) or a 4-way scroll button (for selected models). 10 Status ...computer on page 25 for launching frequently used programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on and off. 6 Empowering Launch Acer Empowering Technology key 7 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 8 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 9 Click...
...2 Infrared port Description Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. and right) *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (for selected models) or a 4-way scroll button (for selected models). 10 Status ...computer on page 25 for launching frequently used programs. See "Easy-launch buttons" on and off. 6 Empowering Launch Acer Empowering Technology key 7 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 8 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 9 Click...
TravelMate 6291/6292/6231 User's Guide EN
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... Ethernet, supporting Altert Standard Format (ASF); 21 English Input devices Audio Communication • 84-/85-key keyboard with inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5mm (minimum) key travel • Seamless touchpad pointing device with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (manufacturing option) • Seamless touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll button...
... Ethernet, supporting Altert Standard Format (ASF); 21 English Input devices Audio Communication • 84-/85-key keyboard with inverted "T" cursor layout, 2.5mm (minimum) key travel • Seamless touchpad pointing device with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (manufacturing option) • Seamless touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll button...
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... line up or down arrow keys respectively. It is on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the embedded keypad is on and off Type numbers in uppercase. cursor-control keys. Hold while... using cursor- When Num Lock is in a embedded keypad. English 28 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
... line up or down arrow keys respectively. It is on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the embedded keypad is on and off Type numbers in uppercase. cursor-control keys. Hold while... using cursor- When Num Lock is in a embedded keypad. English 28 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
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... Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; This key has the same effect as described. it launches the Start menu. English 29 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
... Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; This key has the same effect as described. it launches the Start menu. English 29 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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English 32 Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of the keyboard. Please refer to the language settings. The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Hold and then press the key at the upper-center... of the keyboard. Note: This function varies according to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word...
English 32 Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of the keyboard. Please refer to the language settings. The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Hold and then press the key at the upper-center... of the keyboard. Note: This function varies according to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word...
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... the resolution setting of your data safe and secure. Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. English 38 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. "Easy-launch buttons" on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to the manufacturer's recommended value...
... the resolution setting of your data safe and secure. Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. English 38 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. "Easy-launch buttons" on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to the manufacturer's recommended value...
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... to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to eject the tray. (If your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be too low. The infrared port does not work . Check the following : • The volume may be loose. See "Hotkeys" ...USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. Nothing should be muted. The printer does not work . Try attaching an external keyboard to adjust the volume. out port on the computer. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. Simply insert the tip ...
... to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to eject the tray. (If your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be too low. The infrared port does not work . Check the following : • The volume may be loose. See "Hotkeys" ...USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. Nothing should be muted. The printer does not work . Try attaching an external keyboard to adjust the volume. out port on the computer. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. Simply insert the tip ...
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... when moving around When you may choose to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are just moving the computer, close and latch the display...
... when moving around When you may choose to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are just moving the computer, close and latch the display...
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... following items with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to purchase a second AC...
... following items with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to purchase a second AC...
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Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer. Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to ... or an error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports...
Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer. Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to ... or an error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports...
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... EMC • EN301 489-1 V1.4.1:2002 • EN301 489-17 V1.2.1:2002 • EN301 489-3 V1.4.1:2002 (Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 489-7 V1.2.1:2002 (Applied to models with 3G function) • EN301 489-24 V1.2.1:2002 (Applied to models with 3G function) •...Usages • EN300 328 V1.5.1:2004 • EN301 893 V1.2.3:2003 • EN300 220-1 V1.3.1:2000 (Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN300 220-3 V1.1.1:2000 (Applied to models with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been...
... EMC • EN301 489-1 V1.4.1:2002 • EN301 489-17 V1.2.1:2002 • EN301 489-3 V1.4.1:2002 (Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 489-7 V1.2.1:2002 (Applied to models with 3G function) • EN301 489-24 V1.2.1:2002 (Applied to models with 3G function) •...Usages • EN300 328 V1.5.1:2004 • EN301 893 V1.2.3:2003 • EN300 220-1 V1.3.1:2000 (Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN300 220-3 V1.1.1:2000 (Applied to models with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been...
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English English 70 wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 511 V9.0.2:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function) • EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function). • EN301 908-2 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function).
English English 70 wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 511 V9.0.2:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function) • EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function). • EN301 908-2 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function).
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...frequently-asked questions frequently-asked questions 40 front view 15 H Hibernation mode hotkey 30 hotkeys 30 I IEEE 1394 port 56 infrared 55 K keyboard 28 embedded numeric keypad 28 hotkeys 30 lock keys 28 troubleshooting 41 Windows keys 29 L left view 15 English 77 Index A AC adapter... 41 troubleshooting 41 charging checking level 46 cleaning computer xiv computer caring for xiii cleaning xiv disconnecting 48 features 14, 37 indicators 24 keyboards 28 moving around 48 on indicator 24 security 52 setting up a home office 50 taking home 49 traveling internationally 51 traveling on local...
...frequently-asked questions frequently-asked questions 40 front view 15 H Hibernation mode hotkey 30 hotkeys 30 I IEEE 1394 port 56 infrared 55 K keyboard 28 embedded numeric keypad 28 hotkeys 30 lock keys 28 troubleshooting 41 Windows keys 29 L left view 15 English 77 Index A AC adapter... 41 troubleshooting 41 charging checking level 46 cleaning computer xiv computer caring for xiii cleaning xiv disconnecting 48 features 14, 37 indicators 24 keyboards 28 moving around 48 on indicator 24 security 52 setting up a home office 50 taking home 49 traveling internationally 51 traveling on local...
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... embedded 28 P password 52 types 52 PC Card 57 ejecting 57 inserting 57 ports 54 printer troubleshooting 41 problems 40 CD-ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 62 Q questions setting location for modem use 42 S safety CD or DVD 68 modem notices 65 scroll lock 28...
... embedded 28 P password 52 types 52 PC Card 57 ejecting 57 inserting 57 ports 54 printer troubleshooting 41 problems 40 CD-ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 62 Q questions setting location for modem use 42 S safety CD or DVD 68 modem notices 65 scroll lock 28...
Service Guide for TravelMate 6291, 6292, 6231
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... reader, supporting Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick® (MS), Memory Stick PROTM (MS PRO), xD-Picture CardTM (xD) Input devices T 88/89-key Acer FineTouchTM keyboard with 5-degree curve T Touchpad with 4-way scroll button T Four easy-launch buttons T Two side-access switches: WLAN LED and Bluetooth® LED-switches Communication...
... reader, supporting Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick® (MS), Memory Stick PROTM (MS PRO), xD-Picture CardTM (xD) Input devices T 88/89-key Acer FineTouchTM keyboard with 5-degree curve T Touchpad with 4-way scroll button T Four easy-launch buttons T Two side-access switches: WLAN LED and Bluetooth® LED-switches Communication...
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Bottom View 1 2 6 8 7 11 12 13 3 4 5 10 9 14 15 16 17 18 19 1 CN1 2 CN2 3 CN3 4 CN4 5 CN5 6 U3 7 PU3 8 U10 9 U14 10 CN7 Power Board Connector LCD Connector USB Board to Main Board Connector Function Board Connector Bluetooth Connector Keyboard Connector 11 CN11 12 U17 13 14 CN8 15 CN9 16 PU6 17 CN16 18 CN14 19 CN15 USB Connector Card Bus Socket Touchpad Connector (Fingerprinter to Main Board) Fingerprinter Connector Speaker Connector Modem Card to Main Board Connector 5-in-1 Card Reader 6 Chapter 1
Bottom View 1 2 6 8 7 11 12 13 3 4 5 10 9 14 15 16 17 18 19 1 CN1 2 CN2 3 CN3 4 CN4 5 CN5 6 U3 7 PU3 8 U10 9 U14 10 CN7 Power Board Connector LCD Connector USB Board to Main Board Connector Function Board Connector Bluetooth Connector Keyboard Connector 11 CN11 12 U17 13 14 CN8 15 CN9 16 PU6 17 CN16 18 CN14 19 CN15 USB Connector Card Bus Socket Touchpad Connector (Fingerprinter to Main Board) Fingerprinter Connector Speaker Connector Modem Card to Main Board Connector 5-in-1 Card Reader 6 Chapter 1
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...device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Turns the computer on and off. For entering data into your new TravelMate computer. Internal microphone for video communication. Launches the Empowering Technology toolbar. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up ... # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Chapter 1 Icon Item Built-in camera Microphone Status indicators Power button Empowering button Keyboard Touchpad Description 0.3 megapixel web camera for sound recording. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show the status of the computer's functions and components.
...device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Turns the computer on and off. For entering data into your new TravelMate computer. Internal microphone for video communication. Launches the Empowering Technology toolbar. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up ... # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Chapter 1 Icon Item Built-in camera Microphone Status indicators Power button Empowering button Keyboard Touchpad Description 0.3 megapixel web camera for sound recording. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show the status of the computer's functions and components.
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... 2. Easy-Launch Buttons To the right of the keyboard there are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. 12 Chapter 1 The mail and Web...green when in AC mode. Press " " to email and Internet programs, but can also find an Empowering Key " located above the keyboard. Cap lock Lights when Cap Lock is activated Power Lights up when the battery is activated. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth ...
... 2. Easy-Launch Buttons To the right of the keyboard there are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. 12 Chapter 1 The mail and Web...green when in AC mode. Press " " to email and Internet programs, but can also find an Empowering Key " located above the keyboard. Cap lock Lights when Cap Lock is activated Power Lights up when the battery is activated. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth ...