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... operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product. • Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that may interfere with the performance of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses...
... operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product. • Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that may interfere with the performance of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you need for safe battery usage This notebook uses...
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... location of your notebook. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off , the Just for your new computer. See "Front view" on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen...
... location of your notebook. If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off , the Just for your new computer. See "Front view" on the computer, simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen...
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... password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center (for Windows Vista only) 13 Your Acer notebook tour 14 Closed front view 16 Left view 17 Right view 18 Rear view 18 Base view 19 Specifications 20 Indicators 25 Easy-launch buttons 26 Touchpad 28 Touchpad basics 28 Using the keyboard 30 Lock keys and standard numeric keypad 30 Windows keys...
... password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center (for Windows Vista only) 13 Your Acer notebook tour 14 Closed front view 16 Left view 17 Right view 18 Rear view 18 Base view 19 Specifications 20 Indicators 25 Easy-launch buttons 26 Touchpad 28 Touchpad basics 28 Using the keyboard 30 Lock keys and standard numeric keypad 30 Windows keys...
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Using a computer security lock 34 Audio 35 Adjusting the volume 35 Using the system utilities 36 Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models) 36 NTI Shadow 37 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 38 Launch Manager 39 Frequently asked questions 41 Requesting service 44 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 44 Before you call 44 Battery pack 45 Battery pack characteristics 45 Maximizing the battery's life 45 Installing and removing the battery pack 46 Charging the battery 47...
Using a computer security lock 34 Audio 35 Adjusting the volume 35 Using the system utilities 36 Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models) 36 NTI Shadow 37 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 38 Launch Manager 39 Frequently asked questions 41 Requesting service 44 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 44 Before you call 44 Battery pack 45 Battery pack characteristics 45 Maximizing the battery's life 45 Installing and removing the battery pack 46 Charging the battery 47...
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... 76 Index 79 Connectivity options 55 Fax/data modem 55 Built-in network feature 56 Fast Infrared (FIR) 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 57 IEEE 1394 port 57 PC Card slot 58 ExpressCard 59 Installing memory 60 BIOS utility 60 Boot sequence 60 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 61 Password 61 Using software 61 Playing DVD movies 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Create backup 62 Burn backup disc 63 Restore and recovery 63 Troubleshooting 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error messages 64 Regulations...
... 76 Index 79 Connectivity options 55 Fax/data modem 55 Built-in network feature 56 Fast Infrared (FIR) 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 57 IEEE 1394 port 57 PC Card slot 58 ExpressCard 59 Installing memory 60 BIOS utility 60 Boot sequence 60 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 61 Password 61 Using software 61 Playing DVD movies 61 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Create backup 62 Burn backup disc 63 Restore and recovery 63 Troubleshooting 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error messages 64 Regulations...
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...to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. Make sure to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Note: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is for selected models) • Acer eLock Management limits access...
...to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. Make sure to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Note: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is for selected models) • Acer eLock Management limits access...
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... "OK" to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. View and adjust settings for configuring your new power plan. You can also turn on . 4 If necessary, change the display and sleep settings you wish to switch to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can open Windows power options by clicking...
... "OK" to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. View and adjust settings for configuring your new power plan. You can also turn on . 4 If necessary, change the display and sleep settings you wish to switch to edit 2 Adjust settings as described below. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can open Windows power options by clicking...
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... and the external display supports it, your computer's display to an external display device or projector using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor. Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using the hotkey: + . For projectors and external devices that is connected to...
... and the external display supports it, your computer's display to an external display device or projector using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor. Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you project your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using the hotkey: + . For projectors and external devices that is connected to...
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... be set without any kind of the devices types. Lock(s) will remain after rebooting, until removed. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage, optical and floppy drive devices to remember or write down your password. includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, HD-DVD or Blu-ray drive devices. • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only...
... be set without any kind of the devices types. Lock(s) will remain after rebooting, until removed. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage, optical and floppy drive devices to remember or write down your password. includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, HD-DVD or Blu-ray drive devices. • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only...
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... 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 change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories...
... 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 change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on or off , external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories...
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Supports digital video connections (for selected models). button Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module. Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Accepts one Type II PC Card. 9 PC Card slot eject Ejects the PC Card from the slot. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 17 Left view English # Icon Item 1 Ethernet (RJ-45) port 2 External display (VGA) port 3 DVI-D DVI-D port 4 S-Video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port 5 USB 2.0 port 6 IEEE 1394 port 7 ExpressCard/54 slot 8 PC Card slot Description...
Supports digital video connections (for selected models). button Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module. Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Accepts one Type II PC Card. 9 PC Card slot eject Ejects the PC Card from the slot. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 17 Left view English # Icon Item 1 Ethernet (RJ-45) port 2 External display (VGA) port 3 DVI-D DVI-D port 4 S-Video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port 5 USB 2.0 port 6 IEEE 1394 port 7 ExpressCard/54 slot 8 PC Card slot Description...
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... function (manufacturing option) Seamless touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll button (manufacturing option) 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, numeric keypad, international language support, independent Euro and US dollar sign keys Easy-launch buttons: Acer Empowering Key, Internet, email, user-progammable Productivity keys: Lock, Presentation, Sync Front-access communication switches: WLAN and Bluetooth® Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers Intel® High Definition Audio support Built-in microphone MS-Sound compatible Acer Video...
... function (manufacturing option) Seamless touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll button (manufacturing option) 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, numeric keypad, international language support, independent Euro and US dollar sign keys Easy-launch buttons: Acer Empowering Key, Internet, email, user-progammable Productivity keys: Lock, Presentation, Sync Front-access communication switches: WLAN and Bluetooth® Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers Intel® High Definition Audio support Built-in microphone MS-Sound compatible Acer Video...
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...) port • DC-in jack for AC adaptor • Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP) HDD protection technology (for selected models) • Acer BioProtect fingerprint reader, supporting Pre-boot Authentication (PBA), computer protection, Acer FingerLaunch and Acer FingerNav (manufacturing option) • Kensington lock slot • BIOS user, supervisor, and HDD passwords • Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eNet, ePower, ePresentation, eDataSecurity (for selected models), eLock, eRecovery, eSettings Management) • Acer BioProtection (for selected models) • Acer CrystalEye...
...) port • DC-in jack for AC adaptor • Acer Disk Anti-Shock Protection (DASP) HDD protection technology (for selected models) • Acer BioProtect fingerprint reader, supporting Pre-boot Authentication (PBA), computer protection, Acer FingerLaunch and Acer FingerNav (manufacturing option) • Kensington lock slot • BIOS user, supervisor, and HDD passwords • Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eNet, ePower, ePresentation, eDataSecurity (for selected models), eLock, eRecovery, eSettings Management) • Acer BioProtection (for selected models) • Acer CrystalEye...
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.../ right using the touchpad, keep it - The touchpad is enabled on the touchpad to finger movement; Function Left button (1) Right button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3) Execute Quickly click twice. dry and clean. Tap once. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to drag the cursor. English 29 • Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (for selected models) or the 4-way scroll (3) button (for selected models) to scroll up...
.../ right using the touchpad, keep it - The touchpad is enabled on the touchpad to finger movement; Function Left button (1) Right button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3) Execute Quickly click twice. dry and clean. Tap once. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is sensitive to drag the cursor. English 29 • Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (for selected models) or the 4-way scroll (3) button (for selected models) to scroll up...
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..." on hotkeys. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on and off. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the speakers on page 1. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 32 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Launches Acer eSettings in Sleep mode. Increases the sound volume. Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Turns the internal touchpad on...
..." on hotkeys. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on and off. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the speakers on page 1. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 32 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Launches Acer eSettings in Sleep mode. Increases the sound volume. Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Turns the internal touchpad on...
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... is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Easy solutions are not full-screen on the computer or on the Settings tab to make sure that may be low and unable to power the computer. I turned on your computer. Connect the AC adapter to...
... is a list of your Windows desktop and select Properties to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Easy solutions are not full-screen on the computer or on the Settings tab to make sure that may be low and unable to power the computer. I turned on your computer. Connect the AC adapter to...
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... Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the desktop Follow these steps to a meeting room. then press and release the power button. Moving around or traveling with your office desk to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open the display; then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn...
... Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the desktop Follow these steps to a meeting room. then press and release the power button. Moving around or traveling with your office desk to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open the display; then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn...
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...! DVD disks are divided into 6 regions. English 61 Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen. You can play DVD disks of that region only. Once your hard disk does not reset the number of China Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set . Refer to enter the...
...! DVD disks are divided into 6 regions. English 61 Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen. You can play DVD disks of that region only. Once your hard disk does not reset the number of China Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is set . Refer to enter the...
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... disc that will allow you to restore or recover the system from a factory default image, from a user created image, or from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Burn Disc button. 3 Select the type of backup (factory default, user, current system, application) you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications, create an application backup image instead - Restore and recovery The restore and recovery...
... disc that will allow you to restore or recover the system from a factory default image, from a user created image, or from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Burn Disc button. 3 Select the type of backup (factory default, user, current system, application) you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications, create an application backup image instead - Restore and recovery The restore and recovery...
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... xiv audio adjusting the volume 35 troubleshooting 42 B battery pack battery-low warning 48 caring for xv characteristics 45 charging 47 checking charge level 47 installing 46 low conditions 48 maximizing life 45 optimizing 47 removing 47 using the first time 45 BIOS utility 60 brightness hotkeys 33 C caps lock 30 on indicator 25 care AC adapter xiv battery pack xv computer xiv CD-ROM ejecting 34 ejecting manually 42 troubleshooting 42 charging...
... xiv audio adjusting the volume 35 troubleshooting 42 B battery pack battery-low warning 48 caring for xv characteristics 45 charging 47 checking charge level 47 installing 46 low conditions 48 maximizing life 45 optimizing 47 removing 47 using the first time 45 BIOS utility 60 brightness hotkeys 33 C caps lock 30 on indicator 25 care AC adapter xiv battery pack xv computer xiv CD-ROM ejecting 34 ejecting manually 42 troubleshooting 42 charging...