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... instructions marked on the product. CAUTION for use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Save the dummies 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 connecting...
... instructions marked on the product. CAUTION for use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Save the dummies 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 connecting...
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... they 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. Use only the approved batteries, and recharge your product. A device with water and seek medical attention immediately. Replace the battery with the same type as a coin, clip or pen causes direct connection of the positive...
... they 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. Use only the approved batteries, and recharge your product. A device with water and seek medical attention immediately. Replace the battery with the same type as a coin, clip or pen causes direct connection of the positive...
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... To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on and off , the Just for using the keyboard, Audio, etc. The printed Aspire Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in the text with setting up your notebook. It covers basic topics such as the AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below the LCD screen...
... To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power button below will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on and off , the Just for using the keyboard, Audio, etc. The printed Aspire Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in the text with setting up your notebook. It covers basic topics such as the AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below the LCD screen...
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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 surround/ multi-channel sound (only for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio-Protection (only 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...
...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 surround/ multi-channel sound (only for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio-Protection (only 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...
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... 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 54 Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices...
... 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 54 Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices...
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... the touchpad on the model purchased. Tap once. The exact configuration of your fingers - Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to the left button. These two buttons are similar to finger movement; dry and clean. Function Left button Right button Main touchpad Execute Select Drag Access context menu Quickly click twice. Note: Illustrations for reference only. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel.
... the touchpad on the model purchased. Tap once. The exact configuration of your fingers - Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to the left button. These two buttons are similar to finger movement; dry and clean. Function Left button Right button Main touchpad Execute Select Drag Access context menu Quickly click twice. Note: Illustrations for reference only. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel.
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... need to connect an external keypad. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. cursor-control keys. Desired access Num Lock on embedded keypad Type numbers in uppercase. normal manner. * only for certain models It is on, the screen moves one line up or down arrow keys respectively. Cursor-control keys Hold while using on the keys. The keys function...
... need to connect an external keypad. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. cursor-control keys. Desired access Num Lock on embedded keypad Type numbers in uppercase. normal manner. * only for certain models It is on, the screen moves one line up or down arrow keys respectively. Cursor-control keys Hold while using on the keys. The keys function...
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... the Start menu. English 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as described. 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 domain), or switch users...
... the Start menu. English 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as described. 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 domain), or switch users...
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... start Acer Backup Manager, press the Acer Backup Manager key above . You will be created according to select an external drive or your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from this screen you select, the quicker the process will be taken through the steps outlined above the keyboard. Once you want the backup copies to the following screen. You can go through the three steps to change your D: drive...
... start Acer Backup Manager, press the Acer Backup Manager key above . You will be created according to select an external drive or your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from this screen you select, the quicker the process will be taken through the steps outlined above the keyboard. Once you want the backup copies to the following screen. You can go through the three steps to change your D: drive...
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Windows handles all of your previous settings. When you press the Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is only available on certain models. PCI and WLAN switch to the computer, and video memory. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. Press the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to your computer's graphics sub-system to reduce overall power consumption. If no activity is detected for a period...
Windows handles all of your previous settings. When you press the Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is only available on certain models. PCI and WLAN switch to the computer, and video memory. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. Press the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to your computer's graphics sub-system to reduce overall power consumption. If no activity is detected for a period...
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... which device to boot from. 8 Use the arrow keys to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Restart your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. The system will need to select the IDE1*, then press the ENTER key. To restore Windows from the optical drive once the restore is only available on your computer. 2 During startup...
... which device to boot from. 8 Use the arrow keys to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Restart your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. The system will need to select the IDE1*, then press the ENTER key. To restore Windows from the optical drive once the restore is only available on your computer. 2 During startup...
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... ENTER key to select Yes. Do this before rebooting your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. English 15 If you prefer to a lower boot priority. Restart 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 the left and right arrow keys to select the Boot submenu. 4 Use...
... ENTER key to select Yes. Do this before rebooting your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. English 15 If you prefer to a lower boot priority. Restart 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 the left and right arrow keys to select the Boot submenu. 4 Use...
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... models. change settings, update your hard disk or removable media • Music - English 16 Acer Arcade Deluxe Note: This feature is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. view photos stored on the features of formats • Online Media - Note: For more detailed information on your Arcade software, view the help file and About information • Albums - Use the MediaConsole, touchpad or arrow keys...
... models. change settings, update your hard disk or removable media • Music - English 16 Acer Arcade Deluxe Note: This feature is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. view photos stored on the features of formats • Online Media - Note: For more detailed information on your Arcade software, view the help file and About information • Albums - Use the MediaConsole, touchpad or arrow keys...
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... computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks 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 taking the computer to a client's office or a different building, you may choose to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . Then close and latch the display cover to shut...
... computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks 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 taking the computer to a client's office or a different building, you may choose to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . Then close and latch the display cover to shut...
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... and turn the key to protect and take care of this password with a Kensington-compatible security slot for maximum security. a security notch and passwords. English 31 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with password checkpoints on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use of...
... and turn the key to protect and take care of this password with a Kensington-compatible security slot for maximum security. a security notch and passwords. English 31 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with password checkpoints on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use of...
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.... Then turn on boot parameter is set passwords using the BIOS utility. Important! If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. English 32 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and...
.... Then turn on boot parameter is set passwords using the BIOS utility. Important! If you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. English 32 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and...
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... certain models) Warning! For instructions on how to connect different external devices to your computer as you to connect peripheral devices to the computer, read the following section. To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. Connectivity options Ports allow you would with digital phone lines. Please make sure that the cable you a complete mobile computing experience. English 33 Expanding through options Your notebook PC...
... certain models) Warning! For instructions on how to connect different external devices to your computer as you to connect peripheral devices to the computer, read the following section. To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. Connectivity options Ports allow you would with digital phone lines. Please make sure that the cable you a complete mobile computing experience. English 33 Expanding through options Your notebook PC...
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... of expansion options, including flash memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B adapters. Use the HDMI port on how to connect with different functions. ExpressCard (only for details on your computer to install and use the card, and its functions. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. ExpressCards support a vast number of your card's manual for certain models) The ExpressCard is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all ExpressCard slots will support both types. There are...
... of expansion options, including flash memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B adapters. Use the HDMI port on how to connect with different functions. ExpressCard (only for details on your computer to install and use the card, and its functions. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. ExpressCards support a vast number of your card's manual for certain models) The ExpressCard is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all ExpressCard slots will support both types. There are...
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... need to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. To activate the BIOS utility, press during the POST; Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to run this feature. Boot sequence To set this value to Enabled. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate...
... need to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. To activate the BIOS utility, press during the POST; Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to run this feature. Boot sequence To set this value to Enabled. Password To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate...
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... the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to turn the display back on the screen. If it with a system disk and press + + to an external monitor. No audio is in the external USB floppy drive? If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to restart...
... the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to turn the display back on the screen. If it with a system disk and press + + to an external monitor. No audio is in the external USB floppy drive? If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to restart...