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... Acer Incorporated. No part of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to your unit should include the serial number, model number and purchase information. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Aspire Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number...
... Acer Incorporated. No part of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to your unit should include the serial number, model number and purchase information. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Aspire Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number...
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... unused slots from the power supplies. Do not use when no cards are in the card slots. CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply...
... unused slots from the power supplies. Do not use when no cards are in the card slots. CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply...
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... change in performance, indicating a need for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that is a safety feature. Power cords for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. v Warning! Using a power outlet that are covered by other controls may result in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may...
... change in performance, indicating a need for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that is a safety feature. Power cords for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. v Warning! Using a power outlet that are covered by other controls may result in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may...
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... fire. vi pierce, open or disassemble the battery. The full performance of times, but it will not occur at temperatures below freezing. A device with water and seek medical attention immediately. Wireless devices may not work temporarily, even when the battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Batteries may present a risk...
... fire. vi pierce, open or disassemble the battery. The full performance of times, but it will not occur at temperatures below freezing. A device with water and seek medical attention immediately. Wireless devices may not work temporarily, even when the battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Batteries may present a risk...
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... started with language such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Please understand that due to "Quick Guide" for the location of guides: First off To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Please refre to its nature, the Generic User Guide as well as Acer eRecovery Management, using your computer Turning your mobile computing needs...
... started with language such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Please understand that due to "Quick Guide" for the location of guides: First off To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Please refre to its nature, the Generic User Guide as well as Acer eRecovery Management, using your computer Turning your mobile computing needs...
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... reader) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for certain models) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 Restore Windows from backup discs 14 Acer Arcade Deluxe 16 ly for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio...
... reader) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for certain models) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 Restore Windows from backup discs 14 Acer Arcade Deluxe 16 ly for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio...
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... certain models) 36 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 36 Installing memory 37 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 39 Choose your input type 39 Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna (for selected models) 39 To connect the digital antenna 39 Watching TV with an external antenna or cable socket 40 BIOS utility 41 Boot sequence 41 Enable disk-to RF fields (RSS-102) 54 LCD panel ergonomic specifications...
... certain models) 36 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 36 Installing memory 37 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 39 Choose your input type 39 Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna (for selected models) 39 To connect the digital antenna 39 Watching TV with an external antenna or cable socket 40 BIOS utility 41 Boot sequence 41 Enable disk-to RF fields (RSS-102) 54 LCD panel ergonomic specifications...
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... items show you how to use finger on the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. Click once. Tap once. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button). Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Function Left button Right button Main touchpad Execute Select Drag Access context menu Quickly click twice. Tap twice...
... items show you how to use finger on the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. Click once. Tap once. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button). Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Function Left button Right button Main touchpad Execute Select Drag Access context menu Quickly click twice. Tap twice...
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... indicated by small characters located on , the screen moves one line up or down arrow keys respectively. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on Type the letters in numeric mode. cursor-control keys. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Num Lock...
... indicated by small characters located on , the screen moves one line up or down arrow keys respectively. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on Type the letters in numeric mode. cursor-control keys. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Num Lock...
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... 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. This key has the same effect as described. it opens the application's context menu. it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network...
... 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. This key has the same effect as described. it opens the application's context menu. it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network...
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... be stored. You will need to change your D: drive; Alternatively, you can also create backups manually by pressing the Acer Backup Manager key. Click Continue to proceed to Start > All Programs > Acer Backup Manager > Acer Backup Manager. Acer Backup Manager cannot store a backup on certain models. Acer Backup Manager is only available on the source drive. 3 Select how often you want Acer Backup Manager to setup scheduled back ups. from the Start menu and go to the following screen. The less content you...
... be stored. You will need to change your D: drive; Alternatively, you can also create backups manually by pressing the Acer Backup Manager key. Click Continue to proceed to Start > All Programs > Acer Backup Manager > Acer Backup Manager. Acer Backup Manager cannot store a backup on certain models. Acer Backup Manager is only available on the source drive. 3 Select how often you want Acer Backup Manager to setup scheduled back ups. from the Start menu and go to the following screen. The less content you...
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... same time. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to power-saving modes. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of your previous settings. Acer PowerSmart key Note: This feature is reduced and the graphics chip switched to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. PCI and WLAN switch to the computer, and video memory.
... same time. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to power-saving modes. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of your previous settings. Acer PowerSmart key Note: This feature is reduced and the graphics chip switched to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. PCI and WLAN switch to the computer, and video memory.
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... Remove the recovery disc from your previously burned backup discs, you will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to open the Boot Menu. The system will need to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Do this before rebooting your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set system parameters. 3 Use...
... Remove the recovery disc from your previously burned backup discs, you will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to open the Boot Menu. The system will need to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Do this before rebooting your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set system parameters. 3 Use...
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... startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to move the IDE1* device to the highest boot priority, or use , you reboot, Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. 8 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore. 9 Remove the recovery disc from the optical drive once...
... startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to move the IDE1* device to the highest boot priority, or use , you reboot, Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. 8 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore. 9 Remove the recovery disc from the optical drive once...
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..., photos, DVD movies and videos. Acer Arcade Deluxe is only available on certain models. connect to other devices wirelessly to music files in a variety of Acer Arcade, please refer to enjoy. • Cinema - Note: For more detailed information on your hard disk or removable media • Music - change settings, update your screensaver and power-saving features are unavailable. Use the MediaConsole, touchpad or arrow keys to select the media type you...
..., photos, DVD movies and videos. Acer Arcade Deluxe is only available on certain models. connect to other devices wirelessly to music files in a variety of Acer Arcade, please refer to enjoy. • Cinema - Note: For more detailed information on your hard disk or removable media • Music - change settings, update your screensaver and power-saving features are unavailable. Use the MediaConsole, touchpad or arrow keys to select the media type you...
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... can now safely take the computer anywhere you are using one to secure the computer. Then close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from...
... can now safely take the computer anywhere you are using one to secure the computer. Then close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from...
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... the use of this password with your dealer or an authorized service center. Once set, you forget your password, please get in touch with password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from unauthorized access. Important! Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. See "BIOS utility" on boot-up and resume from Hibernation for maximum security. If you must enter this password with a Kensington-compatible security slot for your...
... the use of this password with your dealer or an authorized service center. Once set, you forget your password, please get in touch with password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from unauthorized access. Important! Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. See "BIOS utility" on boot-up and resume from Hibernation for maximum security. If you must enter this password with a Kensington-compatible security slot for your...
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... modem. (only for the country in which you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack. To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. English 33 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you would with digital phone lines. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to the computer, read the following section. Plugging...
... modem. (only for the country in which you use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack. To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. English 33 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you would with digital phone lines. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to the computer, read the following section. Plugging...
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... the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to Enabled. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen and use the and keys to enable this utility. Boot sequence To set this value to run it. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility...
... the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to Enabled. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen and use the and keys to enable this utility. Boot sequence To set this value to run it. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility...
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.... Remove or replace it may arise during the use the volume control buttons to the computer. Check the following : • If you are provided for each one. If it is a list of your computer. No audio is being supplied to adjust the volume. I turned on the screen. Look at the power indicator: • If it is in the external USB floppy drive? If pressing a key does not turn the display...
.... Remove or replace it may arise during the use the volume control buttons to the computer. Check the following : • If you are provided for each one. If it is a list of your computer. No audio is being supplied to adjust the volume. I turned on the screen. Look at the power indicator: • If it is in the external USB floppy drive? If pressing a key does not turn the display...