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... 55 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 55 PC Card slot 56 Installing memory 57 BIOS utility 57 Boot sequence 57 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 58 Password 58 Using software 58 Playing DVD movies 58 Power management 59 Acer eRecovery Management 60 Create backup 60 Burn backup disc 61 Restore and recovery 61...
... 55 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 55 PC Card slot 56 Installing memory 57 BIOS utility 57 Boot sequence 57 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 58 Password 58 Using software 58 Playing DVD movies 58 Power management 59 Acer eRecovery Management 60 Create backup 60 Burn backup disc 61 Restore and recovery 61...
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Empowering Technology 12 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you set an asset tag for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware specifications. • Lets you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modify boot options. Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for your system.
Empowering Technology 12 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you set an asset tag for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware specifications. • Lets you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modify boot options. Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for your system.
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...Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Turns the speakers on and off . See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the ...other key in Acer Empowering Technology. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys. + + + + + + + Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Launches Acer eSettings in Sleep mode. Launches Acer ePower Management in the hotkey combination....
...Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Turns the speakers on and off . See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the ...other key in Acer Empowering Technology. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys. + + + + + + + Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Launches Acer eSettings in Sleep mode. Launches Acer ePower Management in the hotkey combination....
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... to the onscreen instructions to its original settings without recovery CDs. This feature occupies 10 GB in Main is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. English 42 Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that is installed when you purchase your system ... be the only option for future recovery operations. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. Note: If your notebook. Important! Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is not necessary to rebuild your C: drive. (...
... to the onscreen instructions to its original settings without recovery CDs. This feature occupies 10 GB in Main is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. English 42 Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that is installed when you purchase your system ... be the only option for future recovery operations. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. Note: If your notebook. Important! Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is not necessary to rebuild your C: drive. (...
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... or handle of this password to gain access to secure the lock. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Combine the use . Once set, you forget your computer against unauthorized use of a locked drawer. See "BIOS utility" on Boot secures your password, please get in touch with a Kensington-compatible security slot for... page 57. • User Password secures your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS utility. Important! Combine the use .
... or handle of this password to gain access to secure the lock. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Combine the use . Once set, you forget your computer against unauthorized use of a locked drawer. See "BIOS utility" on Boot secures your password, please get in touch with a Kensington-compatible security slot for... page 57. • User Password secures your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS utility. Important! Combine the use .
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... a password. You have three chances to shut down the computer. If you fail to use the computer. Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility. Try again and press . Try again and press . • When the User Password is set and the password on the computer again, and try..., a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the...
... a password. You have three chances to shut down the computer. If you fail to use the computer. Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility. Try again and press . Try again and press . • When the User Password is set and the password on the computer again, and try..., a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the...
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...the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to run this utility. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence ...in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into place. 4 ...
...the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to run this utility. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence ...in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into place. 4 ...
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...Refer to the table below for DVD movie region code information. 2 The DVD movie will remain permanent. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. English 58 Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to...-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Recovering your computer. 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert ...
...Refer to the table below for DVD movie region code information. 2 The DVD movie will remain permanent. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. English 58 Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to...-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Recovering your computer. 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert ...
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...bootable) disk into the floppy drive (A:), then press to open the computer yourself; Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Troubleshooting tips...you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective action. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. type error I/O parity error Contact your ...
...bootable) disk into the floppy drive (A:), then press to open the computer yourself; Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Troubleshooting tips...you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective action. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. type error I/O parity error Contact your ...
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... characteristics 44 charging 46 checking charge level 46 installing 45 low conditions 47 maximizing life 44 optimizing 46 removing 46 using the first time 44 BIOS utility 57 brightness hotkeys 33 C caps lock 30 on indicator 26 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD-ROM ejecting manually 41...
... characteristics 44 charging 46 checking charge level 46 installing 45 low conditions 47 maximizing life 44 optimizing 46 removing 46 using the first time 44 BIOS utility 57 brightness hotkeys 33 C caps lock 30 on indicator 26 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD-ROM ejecting manually 41...
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Audio 33 Adjusting the volume 33 Acer OrbiCam (for selected models) 34 Launching the Acer OrbiCam 35 Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam 35 Using the system utilities 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 36 Launch Manager 37 Norton AntiVirus 38 Frequently asked questions 39 Requesting service 42 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 42 Before you...49 Connectivity options 49 Fax/data modem 49 Built-in network feature 50 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 50 PC Card slot 51 Installing memory 52 BIOS utility 52 Boot sequence 52 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 53
Audio 33 Adjusting the volume 33 Acer OrbiCam (for selected models) 34 Launching the Acer OrbiCam 35 Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam 35 Using the system utilities 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 36 Launch Manager 37 Norton AntiVirus 38 Frequently asked questions 39 Requesting service 42 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 42 Before you...49 Connectivity options 49 Fax/data modem 49 Built-in network feature 50 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 50 PC Card slot 51 Installing memory 52 BIOS utility 52 Boot sequence 52 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 53
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Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and to monitor the system health status.
Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and to monitor the system health status.
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... Windows-specific functions. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Application This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing...
... Windows-specific functions. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to provide a variety of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Application This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing...
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...3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to complete the installation of your Operating System. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in a hidden partition on your hard ...system will be the only option for future recovery operations. To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the Acer logo is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. Follow the steps below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be erased.) It is important...
...3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to complete the installation of your Operating System. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in a hidden partition on your hard ...system will be the only option for future recovery operations. To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the Acer logo is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. Follow the steps below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be erased.) It is important...
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...from Hibernation for your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS utility. Once set, you must enter this password with password checkpoints on page 52. • User Password secures your Supervisor Password...computer against unauthorized use. English 47 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of . See "BIOS utility" on boot-up and resume from Hibernation for a security lock. Combine the use . Security features include hardware and software locks ...
...from Hibernation for your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS utility. Once set, you must enter this password with password checkpoints on page 52. • User Password secures your Supervisor Password...computer against unauthorized use. English 47 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of . See "BIOS utility" on boot-up and resume from Hibernation for a security lock. Combine the use . Security features include hardware and software locks ...
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... is set and the password on the computer again, and try again. Important! Try again and press . Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. English 48 Entering...; Type the User Password and press to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the...
... is set and the password on the computer again, and try again. Important! Try again and press . Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. English 48 Entering...; Type the User Password and press to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the...
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... already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to run this utility. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run it ...remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. English 52 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the categories listed at the top of the screen...
... already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to run this utility. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; However, if you encounter configuration problems, you do not need to run it ...remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into your local Acer dealer. English 52 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the categories listed at the top of the screen...
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... Password on boot: and use the and keys to Enabled. then close the DVD tray. You can play DVD movies on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to enter the region code. When ... divided into the DVD drive. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Password To set will remain permanent. Refer to the online help...
... Password on boot: and use the and keys to Enabled. then close the DVD tray. You can play DVD movies on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to enter the region code. When ... divided into the DVD drive. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Password To set will remain permanent. Refer to the online help...
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...(A:), then press to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Equipment configuration error Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Solutions to reboot. Do not attempt...the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or an authorized service center. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the...
...(A:), then press to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Equipment configuration error Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Solutions to reboot. Do not attempt...the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or an authorized service center. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the...
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English English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. 59 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
English English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. 59 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.