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... of power available, consult your electrician for details. If you are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the cord. • If an extension cord is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug.... Make sure the power outlet is used , the load should be blocked or covered. The overall system load must not be operated from lithium battery pack. iv Warnings • Do not use it under sporting, exercising, or any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may ...
... of power available, consult your electrician for details. If you are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the cord. • If an extension cord is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug.... Make sure the power outlet is used , the load should be blocked or covered. The overall system load must not be operated from lithium battery pack. iv Warnings • Do not use it under sporting, exercising, or any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may ...
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... exhibits a distinct change in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as opening or removing covers may result in performance, indicating a need for service • the ... product. Keep them in fire. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from children. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Unplug this product yourself, as that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service...
... exhibits a distinct change in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as opening or removing covers may result in performance, indicating a need for service • the ... product. Keep them in fire. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from children. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Unplug this product yourself, as that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service...
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Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. If either of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; • the computer does not ...operate normally please refer to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. xiv Taking care of your...
Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. If either of the following occurs: • the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; • the computer does not ...operate normally please refer to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. xiv Taking care of your...
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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 14 Closed front view 15 Left 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 14 Closed front view 15 Left view...
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...) 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 38 Norton Internet Security 38 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 43 Before you call 43 Battery pack 44 Battery pack characteristics 44 Maximizing the battery's life 44 Installing and removing the battery pack 45 Charging the battery 46 Checking the battery level...
...) 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 38 Norton Internet Security 38 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 43 Before you call 43 Battery pack 44 Battery pack characteristics 44 Maximizing the battery's life 44 Installing and removing the battery pack 45 Charging the battery 46 Checking the battery level...
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... write down 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. •...
... write down 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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Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface 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 to adjust system settings like LCD ...options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for configuring your new power plan. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you to ...
Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface 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 to adjust system settings like LCD ...options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for configuring your new power plan. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". You can create, switch between power plans: 1 Select the power plan you to ...
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Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in Click the sleep and hibernate modes. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" 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 the panel in Click the sleep and hibernate modes. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to save your new settings. 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon.
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... (secured saver bay with screw) (for selected models) 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with S-video input. Base view 7 6 3 5 4 # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in jack Description Connects to a television or display device with screws) 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory...
... (secured saver bay with screw) (for selected models) 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with S-video input. Base view 7 6 3 5 4 # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in jack Description Connects to a television or display device with screws) 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory...
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... H.264 (AVC) support (acceleration) (for selected models) S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with Acer Disk AntiShock Protection (DASP) enhancement Optical drive options: • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive • DVD/CD-RW combo drive 5-in-1 card reader...), xD-Picture Card™ (xD) 306 (W) x 227 (D) x 27.5/34.5 (H) mm (12.05 x 8.94 x 1.08/1.36 inches) 1.99 kg (4.38 lbs.) with 6-cell battery 1.8 kg (3.96 lbs.) with weight saver module ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 79 W 7200 mAh Li-ion...
... H.264 (AVC) support (acceleration) (for selected models) S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with Acer Disk AntiShock Protection (DASP) enhancement Optical drive options: • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive • DVD/CD-RW combo drive 5-in-1 card reader...), xD-Picture Card™ (xD) 306 (W) x 227 (D) x 27.5/34.5 (H) mm (12.05 x 8.94 x 1.08/1.36 inches) 1.99 kg (4.38 lbs.) with 6-cell battery 1.8 kg (3.96 lbs.) with weight saver module ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 79 W 7200 mAh Li-ion...
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... of your PC depends on the model purchased. English 23 Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer ezDock II • Acer ezDock II+ • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager • 512 MB / 1 GB/ 2 GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • ...100/120/160 GB hard disk drive • 6-cell 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell 7200 mAh Li-ion battery pack ...
... of your PC depends on the model purchased. English 23 Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer ezDock II • Acer ezDock II+ • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager • 512 MB / 1 GB/ 2 GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • ...100/120/160 GB hard disk drive • 6-cell 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell 7200 mAh Li-ion battery pack ...
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Num Lock Lights up . Fully charged: The battery light shows green when in AC mode. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Num Lock is active. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Indicates the computer's power status. Charging: The battery light shows amber when the battery is activated. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is charging. 2. 24 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated.
Num Lock Lights up . Fully charged: The battery light shows green when in AC mode. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up when Num Lock is active. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Indicates the computer's power status. Charging: The battery light shows amber when the battery is activated. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is charging. 2. 24 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated.
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... blanks the screen to resume. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on your Windows desktop and select Properties to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and ... and release the power button to save power. Check the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. I turned on the battery, it is in the external USB floppy drive? Nothing appears on the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is not full-screen. Then...
... blanks the screen to resume. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on your Windows desktop and select Properties to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and ... and release the power button to save power. Check the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. I turned on the battery, it is in the external USB floppy drive? Nothing appears on the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is not full-screen. Then...
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... use . However, recharging with time and 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 the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your computer's battery will diminish with the computer turned off results...
... use . However, recharging with time and 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 the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your computer's battery will diminish with the computer turned off results...
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...as described above 45°C (113°F). Use this procedure will prevent you use ; Warning: Do not expose battery packs to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for more you from the unit. English 45 Follow these steps again until the...By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; If you want to continue using your battery to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that the end with the contacts will also shorten...
...as described above 45°C (113°F). Use this procedure will prevent you use ; Warning: Do not expose battery packs to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for more you from the unit. English 45 Follow these steps again until the...By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; If you want to continue using your battery to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, and that the end with the contacts will also shorten...
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...the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to operate your computer on AC power while your AC adapter and battery. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it will continue to follow the suggestions ... is not being used, as it is 10°C to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Note: You are advised to draw power (for selected model). • Store the battery pack in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to see...
...the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to operate your computer on AC power while your AC adapter and battery. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it will continue to follow the suggestions ... is not being used, as it is 10°C to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Note: You are advised to draw power (for selected model). • Store the battery pack in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to see...
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... the computer. Save all applications. 3. Data will be lost if the battery to the mains power supply. 2. Save all necessary files. 3. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. English 47 Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to recharge the battery rapidly. Save all necessary files. 2. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as...
... the computer. Save all applications. 3. Data will be lost if the battery to the mains power supply. 2. Save all necessary files. 3. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. English 47 Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to recharge the battery rapidly. Save all necessary files. 2. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as...
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... cord • The printed User's Guide Caution: Avoid packing items next to turn the computer back on the battery by putting the computer in a protective case that the computer may want to your battery is not fully charged, you may enter Hibernation mode after being in the meeting is relatively short, you...
... cord • The printed User's Guide Caution: Avoid packing items next to turn the computer back on the battery by putting the computer in a protective case that the computer may want to your battery is not fully charged, you may enter Hibernation mode after being in the meeting is relatively short, you...
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... a second AC adapter, you Take the following items with a temperature between outside and room temperature. Make sure that the battery in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you may want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. Allow...
... a second AC adapter, you Take the following items with a temperature between outside and room temperature. Make sure that the battery in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you may want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. Allow...
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... when traveling with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for traveling. If not, purchase a power cord that the local AC...
... when traveling with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for traveling. If not, purchase a power cord that the local AC...