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... stress your monitor more comfortable computer use. Observe the following tips: • refrain 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 •...
... stress your monitor more comfortable computer use. Observe the following tips: • refrain 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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...: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for extended periods of time.
...: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for extended periods of time.
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... shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in sleep mode by pressing the...
... shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in sleep mode by pressing the...
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... and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 3 Acer eAudio Management (only for certain models) 5 Acer ePower Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (only for certain models) 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 ...lock 19 Using the keyboard 20 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 20 Windows keys 21 Hotkeys 22 Special keys (only for certain models) 23 Audio 24 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 24 Tuba (only for certain models...
... and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 3 Acer eAudio Management (only for certain models) 5 Acer ePower Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (only for certain models) 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 ...lock 19 Using the keyboard 20 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 20 Windows keys 21 Hotkeys 22 Special keys (only for certain models) 23 Audio 24 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 24 Tuba (only for certain models...
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...-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 60 Playing DVD movies 60 Power management 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Burn backup discs 63 Create a user backup 64 Manage user backups 66 Restore 67 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 68 Troubleshooting 71 Troubleshooting tips 71 Error messages 71 Regulations and safety...
...-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 60 Playing DVD movies 60 Power management 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Burn backup discs 63 Create a user backup 64 Manage user backups 66 Restore 67 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 68 Troubleshooting 71 Troubleshooting tips 71 Error messages 71 Regulations and safety...
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...: 1 Press the Empowering Key to easily control the enhanced sound effects of the active window. Actual product specifications may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu, or by pressing the Empowering Key, it...you have created a desktop shortcut. For more information, right-click on the toolbar. You may vary. • Acer eAudio Management allows you to display the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar on the desktop. 2 To hide the toolbar, press the Empowering Key again or click the hide...
...: 1 Press the Empowering Key to easily control the enhanced sound effects of the active window. Actual product specifications may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu, or by pressing the Empowering Key, it...you have created a desktop shortcut. For more information, right-click on the toolbar. You may vary. • Acer eAudio Management allows you to display the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar on the desktop. 2 To hide the toolbar, press the Empowering Key again or click the hide...
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Music mode lets you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby Home Theater on the upper right side of 5.1-channel audio output from the speakers fitted to experience the awesome realism of icon on your system. To choose your playback device, click the the Acer eAudio Management window. Select Movie or Game mode to your system via Dolby Surround sound technology. Empowering Technology 5 Acer eAudio Management (only for certain models) Acer eAudio Management allows you enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail.
Music mode lets you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby Home Theater on the upper right side of 5.1-channel audio output from the speakers fitted to experience the awesome realism of icon on your system. To choose your playback device, click the the Acer eAudio Management window. Select Movie or Game mode to your system via Dolby Surround sound technology. Empowering Technology 5 Acer eAudio Management (only for certain models) Acer eAudio Management allows you enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail.
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... In modes by launching the Acer ePower Management application. 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 ...Power Options. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower Management utility, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management. To switch between power plans: 1 Move your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change...
... In modes by launching the Acer ePower Management application. 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 ...Power Options. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower Management utility, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management. To switch between power plans: 1 Move your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change...
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It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for certain models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that the system needs to encrypt a file, but you forgot the encryption password, you... files by unauthorized persons. Note: The password used to decrypt your files from being accessed by default. You will use , the Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you lose both passwords, there will be used to encrypt a file is the unique key that ...
It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for certain models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that the system needs to encrypt a file, but you forgot the encryption password, you... files by unauthorized persons. Note: The password used to decrypt your files from being accessed by default. You will use , the Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you lose both passwords, there will be used to encrypt a file is the unique key that ...
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... the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Settings include display brightness, volume, power plan, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, synchronization status and presentation settings. 14 Windows Mobility Center Empowering Technology The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings...
... the situation as you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Settings include display brightness, volume, power plan, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, synchronization status and presentation settings. 14 Windows Mobility Center Empowering Technology The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings...
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...page. English 17 Touchpad The built-in touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. • Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) to perform selection and execution functions. Touchpad basics (with... fingerprint reader) The following items show you move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Tapping on the ...
...page. English 17 Touchpad The built-in touchpad is the same as clicking the left button. • Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) to perform selection and execution functions. Touchpad basics (with... fingerprint reader) The following items show you move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Tapping on the ...
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... key to finger movement; Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to secure the lock. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. The touchpad is enabled on the model purchased. Some keyless models are also available. The exact configuration of a locked drawer. Note: When using...
... key to finger movement; Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to secure the lock. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. The touchpad is enabled on the model purchased. Some keyless models are also available. The exact configuration of a locked drawer. Note: When using...
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English 20 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 press the up or down arrow keys ...
English 20 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 press the up or down arrow keys ...
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it opens the application's context menu. This key has the same effect as described. it launches the Start menu. Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on your computer (if you are connected to a network ...domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D < > + : Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar + < network) > + : Search for computers (if you are on a + < > + : Use the arrow keys to a network domain) < ...
it opens the application's context menu. This key has the same effect as described. it launches the Start menu. Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on your computer (if you are connected to a network ...domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D < > + : Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar + < network) > + : Search for computers (if you are on a + < > + : Use the arrow keys to a network domain) < ...
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... Echo Canellation to give you highquality digital surround sound for certain models) The system provides you whole new enthusiastic audio experience including Acer PureZone with built-in the system tray of highly realistic, natural surround sound. Note: Disable the beam forming to expand audio...in real time from PCs or game consoles into up to home theater systems Acer PureZone technology supports Acoustic Echo Cancellation, Beam Forming and Noise Suppression for easy connection to 5.1 channels of your Windows system. To set the microphone effect. Click the Microphone tab, and then...
... Echo Canellation to give you highquality digital surround sound for certain models) The system provides you whole new enthusiastic audio experience including Acer PureZone with built-in the system tray of highly realistic, natural surround sound. Note: Disable the beam forming to expand audio...in real time from PCs or game consoles into up to home theater systems Acer PureZone technology supports Acoustic Echo Cancellation, Beam Forming and Noise Suppression for easy connection to 5.1 channels of your Windows system. To set the microphone effect. Click the Microphone tab, and then...
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... accessing your daily tasks with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Utilizing the uniqueness of your computer with centralized password management with Password Bank, easy music player launching with Acer MusicLaunch, secure Internet favorites via Acer MyLaunch, and fast application/website launching and login with Acer FingerLaunch, while Acer ProfileLaunch can now enjoy an extra layer...
... accessing your daily tasks with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Utilizing the uniqueness of your computer with centralized password management with Password Bank, easy music player launching with Acer MusicLaunch, secure Internet favorites via Acer MyLaunch, and fast application/website launching and login with Acer FingerLaunch, while Acer ProfileLaunch can now enjoy an extra layer...
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... 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to Start, All Programs and click on certain models. Acer GridVista is simple to be partitioned independently. English 27 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)... Note: This feature is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize...
... 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to Start, All Programs and click on certain models. Acer GridVista is simple to be partitioned independently. English 27 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)... Note: This feature is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize...
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... or replace it is being supplied to an external monitor. Press and release the power button to save power. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. I turned on . If pressing a key does not turn the display...
... or replace it is being supplied to an external monitor. Press and release the power button to save power. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. I turned on . If pressing a key does not turn the display...
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... of your notebook, that you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup. English 30 • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the Windows manual.
... of your notebook, that you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup. English 30 • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the Windows manual.
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... to operate your computer on AC power while your AC adapter and battery. You can continue to a mains power outlet. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on -the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it...
... to operate your computer on AC power while your AC adapter and battery. You can continue to a mains power outlet. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on -the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it...