Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System
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...2. Extract AHCI F6 driver files to install operating system. Page 1 of 4 Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette. Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for... Windows XP® Operating System Pre-Installation Using the F6 Method Notes: Before you start to install Microsoft® Windows XP® operating system, you will need an optical drive, a USB floppy disk drive, a ...
...2. Extract AHCI F6 driver files to install operating system. Page 1 of 4 Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette. Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for... Windows XP® Operating System Pre-Installation Using the F6 Method Notes: Before you start to install Microsoft® Windows XP® operating system, you will need an optical drive, a USB floppy disk drive, a ...
Quick Start Guide
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...8226; Graphics • • • • Storage • subsystem • • • Audio • • • • Genuine Windows Vista™ Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology, featuring: • Intel® Core™2 Duo processor* • Mobile Intel® PM45/GM45 Express ...Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* Intel® Celeron® processor* Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset* Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* Dual-Channel support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to...
...8226; Graphics • • • • Storage • subsystem • • • Audio • • • • Genuine Windows Vista™ Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology, featuring: • Intel® Core™2 Duo processor* • Mobile Intel® PM45/GM45 Express ...Wireless WiFi Link 5100/5300* Intel® Celeron® processor* Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset* Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N* Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g* Dual-Channel support Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to...
User Manual
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... monitor and focusing on a distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your eyes from staying too long in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle •...
... monitor and focusing on a distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your eyes from staying too long in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle •...
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... good work habits Develop the following work for extended periods of time. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the computer on page 57 in the AcerSystem User Guide. Warning! Note: For...
... good work habits Develop the following work for extended periods of time. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the computer on page 57 in the AcerSystem User Guide. Warning! Note: For...
User Manual
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... route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on top of it. Note: If you turn off the computer and want to shut down the computer...
... route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on top of it. Note: If you turn off the computer and want to shut down the computer...
User Manual
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...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 buttons 10 Productivity keys (only for...14 FineTrack basics 14 Using a computer security lock 14 Using the keyboard 15 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 15 Windows keys 16 Hotkeys 17 Special keys (only for certain models) 18
...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 buttons 10 Productivity keys (only for...14 FineTrack basics 14 Using a computer security lock 14 Using the keyboard 15 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 15 Windows keys 16 Hotkeys 17 Special keys (only for certain models) 18
User Manual
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... to -disk recovery 43 Password 43 Using software 44 Playing DVD movies 44 Power management 45 Acer eRecovery Management 46 Burn backup discs 47 Create a user backup 48 Manage user backups 50 Restore 51 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 52 Troubleshooting 55 Troubleshooting tips 55 Error messages 55 Regulations and safety...
... to -disk recovery 43 Password 43 Using software 44 Playing DVD movies 44 Power management 45 Acer eRecovery Management 46 Burn backup discs 47 Create a user backup 48 Manage user backups 50 Restore 51 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 52 Troubleshooting 55 Troubleshooting tips 55 Error messages 55 Regulations and safety...
User Manual
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...easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. You may vary. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans (only for certain models). • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely .... For help with a particular utility, launch the utility and click the icon at the buttom of the active window. Launching Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology: 1 Press the Empowering Key to launch. Activated by double-clicking the icon if you want to ...
...easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. You may vary. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans (only for certain models). • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely .... For help with a particular utility, launch the utility and click the icon at the buttom of the active window. Launching Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology: 1 Press the Empowering Key to launch. Activated by double-clicking the icon if you want to ...
User Manual
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... for configuring your computer to use. 5 Click OK to . To access this utility, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Power Options. Using power plans...
... for configuring your computer to use. 5 Click OK to . To access this utility, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Power Options. Using power plans...
User Manual
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... collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you change locations, networks or activities. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut ...to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display ...
... collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so you change locations, networks or activities. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , and a shortcut ...to fit the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display ...
User Manual
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...is equipped with Acer Bio-Protection, you step out. instantly synchronizes your computer system to log into Windows® again. • Presentation key - minimizes open windows and prepares your display for presenting Launch NTI Shadow Icon Productivity key Lock Presentation Sync Default application Launch Windows Lock function Minimizes your open application windows and prepares the... to lock the notebook when you only need to swipe your finger to an external storage device, for convenient and secure backup. runs the Windows® lock function to work. • Lock key -
...is equipped with Acer Bio-Protection, you step out. instantly synchronizes your computer system to log into Windows® again. • Presentation key - minimizes open windows and prepares your display for presenting Launch NTI Shadow Icon Productivity key Lock Presentation Sync Default application Launch Windows Lock function Minimizes your open application windows and prepares the... to lock the notebook when you only need to swipe your finger to an external storage device, for convenient and secure backup. runs the Windows® lock function to work. • Lock key -
User Manual
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... on the touchpad to the left and right 12 3 4 buttons on a mouse. Swipe up or down /left/ right using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Click and hold, then use the touchpad with fingerprint reader) The following items show you ...move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Tap once. Touchpad basics (with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader. • Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move the cursor. • Press ...
... on the touchpad to the left and right 12 3 4 buttons on a mouse. Swipe up or down /left/ right using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Click and hold, then use the touchpad with fingerprint reader) The following items show you ...move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Tap once. Touchpad basics (with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader. • Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move the cursor. • Press ...
User Manual
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... is sensitive to finger movement; Click once. Note1: When using the touchpad, keep it - dry and clean. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left and right buttons on the second tap and drag the cursor. Tapping...
... is sensitive to finger movement; Click once. Note1: When using the touchpad, keep it - dry and clean. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left and right buttons on the second tap and drag the cursor. Tapping...
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... up or down arrow keys respectively. English 15 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one...
... up or down arrow keys respectively. English 15 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one...
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... are on a + < > + : Use the arrow keys to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Windows Vista or Windows XP, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it launches the Start menu.... This key has the same effect as described. English 16 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it opens the application's context menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide ...
... are on a + < > + : Use the arrow keys to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Windows Vista or Windows XP, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; it launches the Start menu.... This key has the same effect as described. English 16 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it opens the application's context menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide ...
User Manual
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... technology supports Acoustic Echo Cancellation, Beam Forming and Noise Suppression for certain models) The system provides you whole new enthusiastic audio experience including Acer PureZone with 32-bit High Definition (HD) Audio, and stereo speakers. Click the Microphone tab, and then click the Microphone Effects tab....only for certain models) You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your Windows system. Audio The computer comes with built-in the system tray of your keyboard. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word...
... technology supports Acoustic Echo Cancellation, Beam Forming and Noise Suppression for certain models) The system provides you whole new enthusiastic audio experience including Acer PureZone with 32-bit High Definition (HD) Audio, and stereo speakers. Click the Microphone tab, and then click the Microphone Effects tab....only for certain models) You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your Windows system. Audio The computer comes with built-in the system tray of your keyboard. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word...
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... websites from a single finger swipe. Utilizing the uniqueness of one's fingerprint features, Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to the Acer Bio-Protection help files. For more information refer to your computer with centralized password ...Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with a simple swipe of accessing your finger! English 19 Acer Bio-Protection (only for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of your daily tasks with the Microsoft Windows ...
... websites from a single finger swipe. Utilizing the uniqueness of one's fingerprint features, Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to the Acer Bio-Protection help files. For more information refer to your computer with centralized password ...Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with a simple swipe of accessing your finger! English 19 Acer Bio-Protection (only for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of your daily tasks with the Microsoft Windows ...
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... may choose any one of your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that a second display is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the... Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined ...
... may choose any one of your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that a second display is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the... Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined ...
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... page 17 for each one. Press any key to restart the system. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the screen. Nothing appears on the taskbar. You can also use of your computer. Press the display..., it is not lit, no power is crossed-out, click on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on .
... page 17 for each one. Press any key to restart the system. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the screen. Nothing appears on the taskbar. You can also use of your computer. Press the display..., it is not lit, no power is crossed-out, click on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on .
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.... out port on the computer. The keyboard does not respond. There is set up your notebook, that the printer cable is not necessary to the Windows manual. If it is connected securely to eject the tray. The printer does not work. Refer to complete the installation of a pen or paperclip into...
.... out port on the computer. The keyboard does not respond. There is set up your notebook, that the printer cable is not necessary to the Windows manual. If it is connected securely to eject the tray. The printer does not work. Refer to complete the installation of a pen or paperclip into...