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Ethernet (RJ-45) port Acer EasyPort IV connector External display (VGA) port HDMI port USB 2.0 port Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack. Microphone jack Line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo ... slot eject Ejects the PC Card from external microphones. Accepts inputs from the slot. button Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain models). Accepts audio line-in jack PC Card slot Connects to an AC adapter. Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 7 Left view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 HDMI 6 7 8 9 Item DC-in...
Ethernet (RJ-45) port Acer EasyPort IV connector External display (VGA) port HDMI port USB 2.0 port Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack. Microphone jack Line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo ... slot eject Ejects the PC Card from external microphones. Accepts inputs from the slot. button Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain models). Accepts audio line-in jack PC Card slot Connects to an AC adapter. Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 7 Left view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 HDMI 6 7 8 9 Item DC-in...
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... 6-cell battery pack* ACPI 3.0 71 W 4800 mAh* 48.8W 4400 mAh* 3-pin 65 W AC adapter* 3-pin 90 W AC adapter* ENERGY STAR® 4.0* 105-/106-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device Acer EasyPort IV connector* ExpressCard™/54 slot PC Card slot (Type II) Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO...
... 6-cell battery pack* ACPI 3.0 71 W 4800 mAh* 48.8W 4400 mAh* 3-pin 65 W AC adapter* 3-pin 90 W AC adapter* ENERGY STAR® 4.0* 105-/106-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device Acer EasyPort IV connector* ExpressCard™/54 slot PC Card slot (Type II) Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO...
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... they may contain small parts. If the product falls, it from the type of the power strip's input rating. • This product's AC adapter is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and...
... they may contain small parts. If the product falls, it from the type of the power strip's input rating. • This product's AC adapter is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and...
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... on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to take care of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do.... • The total ampere ratings of it . • Do not expose the computer to shut down the computer. Taking care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to any of the cord if you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four...
... on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to take care of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do.... • The total ampere ratings of it . • Do not expose the computer to shut down the computer. Taking care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to any of the cord if you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four...
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... battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper...
... battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper...
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... off xiii Taking care of your computer xiv Taking care of your AC adapter xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 2 Acer ePower Management (only for certain models) 4 Acer eRecovery Management (only for certain models) 6 Windows Mobility Center 8 Indicators 9 Easy-launch...
... off xiii Taking care of your computer xiv Taking care of your AC adapter xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 2 Acer ePower Management (only for certain models) 4 Acer eRecovery Management (only for certain models) 6 Windows Mobility Center 8 Indicators 9 Easy-launch...
User Manual
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...power button to adjust the volume. If it may be muted. Check the following: • If you are provided for more detail. Connect the AC adapter to power the computer. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to the power outlet. ...save power. English 22 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your computer. You can also use of possible situations that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to an external monitor. I turned on the screen. No audio is in the external USB floppy...
...power button to adjust the volume. If it may be muted. Check the following: • If you are provided for more detail. Connect the AC adapter to power the computer. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to the power outlet. ...save power. English 22 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of your computer. You can also use of possible situations that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to an external monitor. I turned on the screen. No audio is in the external USB floppy...
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...conditioning" process that you should follow: 1 Insert the new battery without turning the computer on. 2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter. 4 Turn on ordering a spare battery pack. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: ...current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. It is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. The battery is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup. To maximize your computer's battery will...
...conditioning" process that you should follow: 1 Insert the new battery without turning the computer on. 2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter. 4 Turn on ordering a spare battery pack. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: ...current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. It is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. The battery is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup. To maximize your computer's battery will...
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... affected by the following the battery conditioning process you want to use ; By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; the more than two weeks, you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will also shorten the... life. Failure to temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above . • Frequent use constant AC power, you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you condition your computer. English 27 Follow these steps again until the battery locks in place. A...
... affected by the following the battery conditioning process you want to use ; By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; the more than two weeks, you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will also shorten the... life. Failure to temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above . • Frequent use constant AC power, you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you condition your computer. English 27 Follow these steps again until the battery locks in place. A...
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Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for the ... turned off results in a cool, dry place. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to operate your computer on AC power while your AC adapter and battery. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for on the taskbar...
Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for the ... turned off results in a cool, dry place. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to operate your computer on AC power while your AC adapter and battery. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for on the taskbar...
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... recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Save all applications. 3. Replace the battery pack. 5. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. Save all necessary files. 3. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to turn off the computer. Resume work . Turn on your situation: Situation Recommended Action...
... recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Save all applications. 3. Replace the battery pack. 5. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. Save all necessary files. 3. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to turn off the computer. Resume work . Turn on your situation: Situation Recommended Action...
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...(only for certain models) Follow these steps to disconnect your office desk to a meeting room. Moving around or traveling with your computer from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for normal operation. 2 Make sure the security lock key of ...a client's office or a different building, 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 ready to use the ...
...(only for certain models) Follow these steps to disconnect your office desk to a meeting room. Moving around or traveling with your computer from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for normal operation. 2 Make sure the security lock key of ...a client's office or a different building, 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 ready to use the ...
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... from your office to your desktop, follow these steps to the top cover of time. Press + or close the display cover whenever you : • AC adapter and power cord • The printed User's Guide To resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Preparing the computer... against the top cover can damage the drive head. • Pack the computer in a protective case that the computer may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting is on . If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is relatively short...
... from your office to your desktop, follow these steps to the top cover of time. Press + or close the display cover whenever you : • AC adapter and power cord • The printed User's Guide To resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Preparing the computer... against the top cover can damage the drive head. • Pack the computer in a protective case that the computer may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting is on . If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is relatively short...
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... computer. If the temperature change is charged. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you might also want to purchase a second AC adapter for instance, from your office building to excessive heat. • Changes in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to ...Setting up a home office If you frequently work : • Minimize the effects of time and cannot carry the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you use at home for 30 minutes in the computer is ...
... computer. If the temperature change is charged. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you might also want to purchase a second AC adapter for instance, from your office building to excessive heat. • Changes in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to ...Setting up a home office If you frequently work : • Minimize the effects of time and cannot carry the computer with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you use at home for 30 minutes in the computer is ...
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...with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for appliances to power the computer. • If you are moving from country to country. Traveling internationally with the local AC voltage. Do not use converter kits sold for the country..., in . English 33 Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for traveling. If not, purchase a power cord that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector. • Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand...
...with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for appliances to power the computer. • If you are moving from country to country. Traveling internationally with the local AC voltage. Do not use converter kits sold for the country..., in . English 33 Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for traveling. If not, purchase a power cord that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector. • Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand...
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... the card into the slot and push gently until it clicks into the slot and release to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the slot. then lift up...
... the card into the slot and push gently until it clicks into the slot and release to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the slot. then lift up...
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The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. English 42 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer.
The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. English 42 3 (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer.
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Index A AC adapter caring for xvi audio adjusting the volume 29 troubleshooting 33 B battery pack battery-low warning 40 caring for xvii characteristics 37 charging 39 checking charge ... maximizing life 37 optimizing 39 removing 39 using the first time 37 BIOS utility 53 brightness hotkeys 28 C caps lock 25 on indicator 21 care AC adapter xvi battery pack xvii computer xvi CD-ROM ejecting manually 34 troubleshooting 34 charging checking level 39 cleaning computer xvii computer caring for xvi cleaning...
Index A AC adapter caring for xvi audio adjusting the volume 29 troubleshooting 33 B battery pack battery-low warning 40 caring for xvii characteristics 37 charging 39 checking charge ... maximizing life 37 optimizing 39 removing 39 using the first time 37 BIOS utility 53 brightness hotkeys 28 C caps lock 25 on indicator 21 care AC adapter xvi battery pack xvii computer xvi CD-ROM ejecting manually 34 troubleshooting 34 charging checking level 39 cleaning computer xvii computer caring for xvi cleaning...