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... of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of power available, consult your electrician for ventilation to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the marking label. Using electrical power • This product should never be blocked by plugging in...or table. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. iv Warnings • Do not use it from lithium battery pack. The openings should be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for details. Do not locate this product through cabinet ...
... of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of power available, consult your electrician for ventilation to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on the marking label. Using electrical power • This product should never be blocked by plugging in...or table. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. iv Warnings • Do not use it from lithium battery pack. The openings should be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for details. Do not locate this product through cabinet ...
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...with the performance of this product. • Use the product only with your product. Do not disassemble or dispose of used batteries. Warning! Follow local regulations when disposing of them away from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: ...you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in performance, indicating a need to normal condition. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion. v Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise ...
...with the performance of this product. • Use the product only with your product. Do not disassemble or dispose of used batteries. Warning! Follow local regulations when disposing of them away from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: ...you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in performance, indicating a need to normal condition. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion. v Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise ...
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...the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. If either of used batteries according to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Do not use liquid or aerosol ...cleaners. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter...
...the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. If either of used batteries according to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Do not use liquid or aerosol ...cleaners. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter...
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... of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 14 Closed front view 15 Left view...
... of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 14 Closed front view 15 Left view...
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...) 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 38 Norton Internet Security 38 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 43 Before you call 43 Battery pack 44 Battery pack characteristics 44 Maximizing the battery's life 44 Installing and removing the battery pack 45 Charging the battery 46 Checking the battery level...
...) 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 38 Norton Internet Security 38 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 43 Before you call 43 Battery pack 44 Battery pack characteristics 44 Maximizing the battery's life 44 Installing and removing the battery pack 45 Charging the battery 46 Checking the battery level...
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... Management backs up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. • Acer eLock Management limits access to access frequently used functions and manage your system...
... Management backs up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. • Acer eLock Management limits access to access frequently used functions and manage your system...
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... to switch to a personalized set of power options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". To...
... to switch to a personalized set of power options. 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon. 2 Enter a name for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". To...
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5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. to save your new settings. Click the sleep and hibernate modes.
5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. to save your new settings. Click the sleep and hibernate modes.
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... jack Description Connects to a television or display device with screws) 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 6 Acer ezDock II/II+ connector Connects to Acer ezDock II/II+. 7 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. Connects to an AC adapter. English 18 # Icon 2 3 Item S-Video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port DC...
... jack Description Connects to a television or display device with screws) 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 6 Acer ezDock II/II+ connector Connects to Acer ezDock II/II+. 7 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the battery pack. Connects to an AC adapter. English 18 # Icon 2 3 Item S-Video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port DC...
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... H.264 (AVC) support (acceleration) (for selected models) S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with Acer Disk AntiShock Protection (DASP) enhancement Optical drive options: • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive • DVD/CD-RW combo drive 5-in-1 card reader...), xD-Picture Card™ (xD) 306 (W) x 227 (D) x 27.5/34.5 (H) mm (12.05 x 8.94 x 1.08/1.36 inches) 1.99 kg (4.38 lbs.) with 6-cell battery 1.8 kg (3.96 lbs.) with weight saver module ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 79 W 7200 mAh Li-ion...
... H.264 (AVC) support (acceleration) (for selected models) S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support 80/120/160 GB or larger hard disk drive with Acer Disk AntiShock Protection (DASP) enhancement Optical drive options: • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive • DVD/CD-RW combo drive 5-in-1 card reader...), xD-Picture Card™ (xD) 306 (W) x 227 (D) x 27.5/34.5 (H) mm (12.05 x 8.94 x 1.08/1.36 inches) 1.99 kg (4.38 lbs.) with 6-cell battery 1.8 kg (3.96 lbs.) with weight saver module ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes 79 W 7200 mAh Li-ion...
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... accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer ezDock II • Acer ezDock II+ • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager • 512 MB / 1 GB/ 2 GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • 100/120/160 GB hard disk drive • 6-cell 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell 7200 mAh Li...
... accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer ezDock II • Acer ezDock II+ • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager • 512 MB / 1 GB/ 2 GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • 100/120/160 GB hard disk drive • 6-cell 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell 7200 mAh Li...
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24 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Charging: The battery light shows amber when the battery is activated. Num Lock Lights up . Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up when Num Lock is charging. 2. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Indicates the computer's power status. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The battery light shows green when in AC mode.
24 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Charging: The battery light shows amber when the battery is activated. Num Lock Lights up . Caps Lock Power Lights up when Caps Lock is closed up when Num Lock is charging. 2. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Indicates the computer's power status. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The battery light shows green when in AC mode.
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... expands to turn the display back on the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is set to an external monitor. I turned on the battery, it is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the... battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it may arise during ...
... expands to turn the display back on the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is set to an external monitor. I turned on the battery, it is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the... battery pack. • Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. • If it may arise during ...
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... . It is recharged whenever you long use , enabling you to recharge the battery while you are advised to adhere to the recommendations set out below. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your dealer for the first time, there is a "conditioning" process that ... failure. However, recharging with time and use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Your computer supports charge-in a significantly faster...
... . It is recharged whenever you long use , enabling you to recharge the battery while you are advised to adhere to the recommendations set out below. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your dealer for the first time, there is a "conditioning" process that ... failure. However, recharging with time and use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Your computer supports charge-in a significantly faster...
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...from the unit. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. Warning: Do not expose battery packs to its effective life. By following the battery conditioning process you are advised to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, ...Frequent use constant AC power, you condition your computer. If you want to continue using your battery to remove the battery pack after it will reach the end of the battery. make sure that the end with the contacts will also shorten the effective lifespan of its ...
...from the unit. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the battery inserted. Warning: Do not expose battery packs to its effective life. By following the battery conditioning process you are advised to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will enter first, ...Frequent use constant AC power, you condition your computer. If you want to continue using your battery to remove the battery pack after it will reach the end of the battery. make sure that the end with the contacts will also shorten the effective lifespan of its ...
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... will continue to operate your computer on the taskbar to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. English English 46 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to see the battery's present charge level. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions...continue to draw power (for the day. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look after your battery is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer...
... will continue to operate your computer on the taskbar to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. English English 46 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to see the battery's present charge level. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions...continue to draw power (for the day. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look after your battery is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer...
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...Turn off the computer. 4. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. Save all applications. 3. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down the operating system to turn off the computer if you want to turn... off the computer. Resume work . Replace the battery pack. 5. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. Shut down . Shut down the operating...
...Turn off the computer. 4. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 1. Save all applications. 3. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down the operating system to turn off the computer if you want to turn... off the computer. Resume work . Replace the battery pack. 5. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. Shut down . Shut down the operating...
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...resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Caution: Avoid packing items next to turn the computer back on the battery by putting the computer in your computer. If the power indicator is off . What to bring to meetings If your meeting will be longer, or... are moving from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. If your meeting is relatively short, you probably do not need to your battery is not fully charged, you may enter Hibernation mode after being in a protective case that can damage the screen. Taking the computer home When ...
...resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Caution: Avoid packing items next to turn the computer back on the battery by putting the computer in your computer. If the power indicator is off . What to bring to meetings If your meeting will be longer, or... are moving from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. If your meeting is relatively short, you probably do not need to your battery is not fully charged, you may enter Hibernation mode after being in a protective case that can damage the screen. Taking the computer home When ...
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... the computer Prepare the computer as if you plan to use your computer at home. Make sure that the battery in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you were taking it into the gate area. What to take with...
... the computer Prepare the computer as if you plan to use your computer at home. Make sure that the battery in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you were taking it into the gate area. What to take with...
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... are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to protect your computer while traveling: • Always take the computer as when traveling with the...
... are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to protect your computer while traveling: • Always take the computer as when traveling with the...