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Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC-in place. Slide out the battery compartment cover and insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. You only need to a properly ...grounded power outlet. The battery pack has a pull loop at the end for the first time, fully recharge the battery, then disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before recharging again. xiv Then slide the battery compartment cover in port on the computer's rear panel and the other...
Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC-in place. Slide out the battery compartment cover and insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. You only need to a properly ...grounded power outlet. The battery pack has a pull loop at the end for the first time, fully recharge the battery, then disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before recharging again. xiv Then slide the battery compartment cover in port on the computer's rear panel and the other...
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... the plug. Preface Care and Maintenance Taking Care of Your Computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of your AC adapter: u Do not connect the adapter to avoid damaging the computer. u Do not expose the computer to heavy shock and vibration. u When unplugging the power cord, do not pull...
... the plug. Preface Care and Maintenance Taking Care of Your Computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of your AC adapter: u Do not connect the adapter to avoid damaging the computer. u Do not expose the computer to heavy shock and vibration. u When unplugging the power cord, do not pull...
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... and remove the battery pack. 2. Keep them away from children. Power off before removing or replacing batteries. Use a soft cloth moistened with batteries. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. u The computer does not operate normally. Recycle if at all equipment plugged into the product. Contact your dealer or see your battery pack: u Use only...
... and remove the battery pack. 2. Keep them away from children. Power off before removing or replacing batteries. Use a soft cloth moistened with batteries. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. u The computer does not operate normally. Recycle if at all equipment plugged into the product. Contact your dealer or see your battery pack: u Use only...
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Ports Rear Ports Icon Port Speaker-out jack Line-in jack AC adapter and power outlet 22 User's Guide Serial device (e.g., serial mouse) Modem jack Phone line Parallel port Parallel device (e.g., parallel printer) External monitor port Display monitor (up to 1024x768 resolution, 64K-colors) DC-in / Microphonein jack Serial port Connects to... Speakers or headphones Audio line-in device with a 3.5mm minijack (e.g., condenser microphone, audio CD player, stereo walkman).
Ports Rear Ports Icon Port Speaker-out jack Line-in jack AC adapter and power outlet 22 User's Guide Serial device (e.g., serial mouse) Modem jack Phone line Parallel port Parallel device (e.g., parallel printer) External monitor port Display monitor (up to 1024x768 resolution, 64K-colors) DC-in / Microphonein jack Serial port Connects to... Speakers or headphones Audio line-in device with a 3.5mm minijack (e.g., condenser microphone, audio CD player, stereo walkman).
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... between charges. Disable the Battery Low Suspend parameter in Setup or uncheck the Enable sleep upon battery low in handy when you long use the AC adapter. This tells the user that gives you travel or during a power failure. The battery will come in the Power Management screen of Nickel Cadmium (NiCd...
... between charges. Disable the Battery Low Suspend parameter in Setup or uncheck the Enable sleep upon battery low in handy when you long use the AC adapter. This tells the user that gives you travel or during a power failure. The battery will come in the Power Management screen of Nickel Cadmium (NiCd...
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...new battery or with the computer in Standby mode, a month in Hibernation mode or when power is off, the battery pack recharges faster. Connect the AC adapter to a power source and to do so. 3. You only need to the computer and fully recharge the battery. otherwise turn off . Press the...: Before removing the battery pack, make sure that 's been stored without being used for more than two weeks, we suggest you have an AC adapter connected to use up the battery before recharging again. Chapter 2 Operating on Battery Power 33 Battery power from a fully chaged battery pack depletes ...
...new battery or with the computer in Standby mode, a month in Hibernation mode or when power is off, the battery pack recharges faster. Connect the AC adapter to a power source and to do so. 3. You only need to the computer and fully recharge the battery. otherwise turn off . Press the...: Before removing the battery pack, make sure that 's been stored without being used for more than two weeks, we suggest you have an AC adapter connected to use up the battery before recharging again. Chapter 2 Operating on Battery Power 33 Battery power from a fully chaged battery pack depletes ...
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... the pull loop. Charging the Battery To charge the battery, place the battery pack inside the battery bay and plug the AC adapter into the battery bay. 3. Charging Modes The adapter has three charging modes: u Rapid mode The computer uses rapid charging when power is turned off and a powered... AC adapter is connected to it. To remove the battery pack, remove the battery bay cover; Insert the battery pack into the computer and...
... the pull loop. Charging the Battery To charge the battery, place the battery pack inside the battery bay and plug the AC adapter into the battery bay. 3. Charging Modes The adapter has three charging modes: u Rapid mode The computer uses rapid charging when power is turned off and a powered... AC adapter is connected to it. To remove the battery pack, remove the battery bay cover; Insert the battery pack into the computer and...
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... to trickle mode to maintain the battery charge level. u Trickle mode When the battery is in use with the AC adapter plugged in approximately three to fully charge a battery than rapid mode. This ensures a fully charged battery for detailed information on the taskbar to see the ...
... to trickle mode to maintain the battery charge level. u Trickle mode When the battery is in use with the AC adapter plugged in approximately three to fully charge a battery than rapid mode. This ensures a fully charged battery for detailed information on the taskbar to see the ...
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...decreases battery life. u Keep the battery pack in -use , since the PC card draws extra power. The charge-in the computer powered by the AC adapter. u Disable the parallel and serial ports if no devices are connected to these suggestions to 30 degrees C. u Store the battery pack in use .... See "PhDISK" on page 89. Battery Pack Optimizing Battery Life This section helps you get the most out of your battery pack and AC adapter. The constant trickle charge maintains the battery level to reserve hard disk space for the Hibernation function. You can be recharged about 300 times...
...decreases battery life. u Keep the battery pack in -use , since the PC card draws extra power. The charge-in the computer powered by the AC adapter. u Disable the parallel and serial ports if no devices are connected to these suggestions to 30 degrees C. u Store the battery pack in use .... See "PhDISK" on page 89. Battery Pack Optimizing Battery Life This section helps you get the most out of your battery pack and AC adapter. The constant trickle charge maintains the battery level to reserve hard disk space for the Hibernation function. You can be recharged about 300 times...
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...when computer power is depleted. However, when you have to worry about battery power as long as possible. If you do not connect the AC adapter within this period, the computer enters Hibernation mode if the Battery Low Suspend parameter in Setup. Chapter 2 Operating on page 73. The ...following conditions exist: u The Hibernation file created by PhDISK is enough battery power left to save your work. Warning: Connect the AC adapter to the computer as soon as you enabled the Battery-low Warning Beep parameter in Setup is enabled and the following signals indicate a battery...
...when computer power is depleted. However, when you have to worry about battery power as long as possible. If you do not connect the AC adapter within this period, the computer enters Hibernation mode if the Battery Low Suspend parameter in Setup. Chapter 2 Operating on page 73. The ...following conditions exist: u The Hibernation file created by PhDISK is enough battery power left to save your work. Warning: Connect the AC adapter to the computer as soon as you enabled the Battery-low Warning Beep parameter in Setup is enabled and the following signals indicate a battery...
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... encounter a battery-low condition. Exit the application. 3. Power on the computer and resume work . Save all necessary files. 3. AC adapter or power outlet not available 1. Battery Pack The following table shows the recommended course of action to recharge the battery rapidly. Install...38 User's Guide Power off the computer. Replace the battery pack. 5. Power off the computer. 4. Situation Recommended Action AC adapter and power outlet available 1. Save all necessary files. 2. or 1. or 1. An extra fullycharged battery pack available 1. Connect the...
... encounter a battery-low condition. Exit the application. 3. Power on the computer and resume work . Save all necessary files. 3. AC adapter or power outlet not available 1. Battery Pack The following table shows the recommended course of action to recharge the battery rapidly. Install...38 User's Guide Power off the computer. Replace the battery pack. 5. Power off the computer. 4. Situation Recommended Action AC adapter and power outlet available 1. Save all necessary files. 2. or 1. or 1. An extra fullycharged battery pack available 1. Connect the...
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... scheme that monitors system activity. Chapter 2 Operating on Battery Power 39 Power Management Modes Display Standby Mode Screen activity is using AC power and you reconnect AC power to the computer, it automatically dims the LCD backlight to conserve energy. Power Management Power Management This computer has a built...for the period specified by the keyboard, the built-in touchpad, and an external PS/2 pointing device. If you disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, it automatically adjusts the LCD backlight to the serial and parallel ports, and video memory.
... scheme that monitors system activity. Chapter 2 Operating on Battery Power 39 Power Management Modes Display Standby Mode Screen activity is using AC power and you reconnect AC power to the computer, it automatically dims the LCD backlight to conserve energy. Power Management Power Management This computer has a built...for the period specified by the keyboard, the built-in touchpad, and an external PS/2 pointing device. If you disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, it automatically adjusts the LCD backlight to the serial and parallel ports, and video memory.
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... Printer 51 Audio Devices 52 Mini Docking Station 53 PC Cards 54 USB Devices 55 Miscellaneous Options 56 Additional Power Packs 56 Battery Pack 56 AC Adapter 56 Cables 56 PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable 56 File Transfer Cable 57 Key Component Upgrades 58 Memory Upgrade 58 Memory Configurations 58 Installing Memory 59 Hard... ports and connectors. 3 Peripherals and Options Your computer offers excellent expansion capabilities with ease. You can purchase most of these and other options directly from Acer.
... Printer 51 Audio Devices 52 Mini Docking Station 53 PC Cards 54 USB Devices 55 Miscellaneous Options 56 Additional Power Packs 56 Battery Pack 56 AC Adapter 56 Cables 56 PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable 56 File Transfer Cable 57 Key Component Upgrades 58 Memory Upgrade 58 Memory Configurations 58 Installing Memory 59 Hard... ports and connectors. 3 Peripherals and Options Your computer offers excellent expansion capabilities with ease. You can purchase most of these and other options directly from Acer.
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... your battery pack and supplies power to your home or destination. Miscellaneous Options Miscellaneous Options Additional Power Packs You can order a spare AC adapter so you do not need to carry it from the office to your computer. The Lithium-Ion battery, coupled with power management features, supplies you ..., especially when you travel. Battery Pack It is good practice to the connector marked mouse. 56 User's Guide You can order spare batteries and an AC adapter. Cables PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable The PS/2 Y-bridge cable allows you with more power on-the-go.
... your battery pack and supplies power to your home or destination. Miscellaneous Options Miscellaneous Options Additional Power Packs You can order a spare AC adapter so you do not need to carry it from the office to your computer. The Lithium-Ion battery, coupled with power management features, supplies you ..., especially when you travel. Battery Pack It is good practice to the connector marked mouse. 56 User's Guide You can order spare batteries and an AC adapter. Cables PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable The PS/2 Y-bridge cable allows you with more power on-the-go.
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Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1. Remove the screw from the memory door; then lift up and remove the memory door. Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Key Component Upgrades Slot 1 32 MB 64 MB 64 MB 64 MB 64 MB 128 MB 128 MB 128 MB 128 MB Slot 2 128 MB 0 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 0 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB Total Memory 160 MB 64 MB 96 MB 128 MB 192 MB 128 MB 160 MB 190 MB 256 MB Installing Memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2. Chapter 3 Peripherals and Options 59
Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1. Remove the screw from the memory door; then lift up and remove the memory door. Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Key Component Upgrades Slot 1 32 MB 64 MB 64 MB 64 MB 64 MB 128 MB 128 MB 128 MB 128 MB Slot 2 128 MB 0 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 0 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB Total Memory 160 MB 64 MB 96 MB 128 MB 192 MB 128 MB 160 MB 190 MB 256 MB Installing Memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2. Chapter 3 Peripherals and Options 59
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... hard disk space necessary for more storage space. Installing a Replacement Hard Disk Follow these steps to access its rear. 2. Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Using a coin, loosen the coinscrew by turning it counterclockwise. Chapter 3 Peripherals and Options 61 The computer uses a 12...
... hard disk space necessary for more storage space. Installing a Replacement Hard Disk Follow these steps to access its rear. 2. Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Using a coin, loosen the coinscrew by turning it counterclockwise. Chapter 3 Peripherals and Options 61 The computer uses a 12...
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Save your external devices are using one to secure the computer. 64 User's Guide Remove any media, diskette and compact disc, from the AC adapter. 6. Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices. Turn off the computer. 5. Disconnect the cord from the drive(s). 3. Shut down the ...
Save your external devices are using one to secure the computer. 64 User's Guide Remove any media, diskette and compact disc, from the AC adapter. 6. Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices. Turn off the computer. 5. Disconnect the cord from the drive(s). 3. Shut down the ...
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... within the building. If your meeting is shorter than four hours or if your battery is not fully charged, you may want to bring the AC adapter with your Computer 65 What To Bring to Long Meetings If your meeting will last longer than that, you probably do not need to bring...
... within the building. If your meeting is shorter than four hours or if your battery is not fully charged, you may want to bring the AC adapter with your Computer 65 What To Bring to Long Meetings If your meeting will last longer than that, you probably do not need to bring...
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... top cover can damage the screen What To Bring with You Unless you already have some items at home, bring the following items with you: u AC adapter and power cord u The printed user's manual u AcerMedia Bay modules Special Considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your desktop, follow these steps to remove the...
... top cover can damage the screen What To Bring with You Unless you already have some items at home, bring the following items with you: u AC adapter and power cord u The printed user's manual u AcerMedia Bay modules Special Considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your desktop, follow these steps to remove the...
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... can cause condensation. If possible, leave the computer for use your Computer 67 With a second AC adapter, you use at home for condensation before turning on your computer at home, it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter for 30 minutes in temperature and humidity can avoid transporting the extra weight to and from...
... can cause condensation. If possible, leave the computer for use your Computer 67 With a second AC adapter, you use at home for condensation before turning on your computer at home, it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter for 30 minutes in temperature and humidity can avoid transporting the extra weight to and from...