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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 ...
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 ...
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... (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...
... (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...
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Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware specifications. • Lets you to inspect hardware specifications, set an asset tag for your system. Empowering Technology 12 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you set BIOS passwords and modify boot options.
Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware specifications. • Lets you to inspect hardware specifications, set an asset tag for your system. Empowering Technology 12 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you set BIOS passwords and modify boot options.
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and right) *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (manufacturing option) or a 4-way scroll button (manufacturing option). 7 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status ...
and right) *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (manufacturing option) or a 4-way scroll button (manufacturing option). 7 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status ...
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... 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...
... 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...
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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 move left or right a page. Or.... hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); Note: When using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Function Left button (1) Right button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3) Execute Quickly click twice. rest your finger...
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 move left or right a page. Or.... hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); Note: When using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Function Left button (1) Right button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3) Execute Quickly click twice. rest your finger...
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... monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off . Increases the sound volume. Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode... down Description Displays help on page 1. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on and off. Decreases the sound volume. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Turns the speakers on and off to ...
... monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off . Increases the sound volume. Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode... down Description Displays help on page 1. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on and off. Decreases the sound volume. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. Turns the speakers on and off to ...
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.... For more information refer to navigate through web browsers and documents using Acer FingerNav. English 36 Using the system utilities Note: All of one's fingerprint features, Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your finger!... content is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models) Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with...
.... For more information refer to navigate through web browsers and documents using Acer FingerNav. English 36 Using the system utilities Note: All of one's fingerprint features, Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your finger!... content is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models) Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with...
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... two infrared ports. If it will not have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared ports of the two devices are connected to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the computer. Nothing...
... two infrared ports. If it will not have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared ports of the two devices are connected to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the computer. Nothing...
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... System. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the Internet Connection setup. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is set up, you can skip the... securely to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer. After the Operating System is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will be reformatted and all data files before using this option. Note: To activate the...
... System. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the Internet Connection setup. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is set up, you can skip the... securely to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer. After the Operating System is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will be reformatted and all data files before using this option. Note: To activate the...
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... passwords. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of protection for maximum security. See "BIOS utility" on the chassis of the computer, lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Combine the use of this password with... English 53 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to the BIOS utility. Security features include hardware and software locks - Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Important! Some keyless models are also available. Once set, you must enter this password...
... passwords. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of protection for maximum security. See "BIOS utility" on the chassis of the computer, lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Combine the use of this password with... English 53 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to the BIOS utility. Security features include hardware and software locks - Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Important! Some keyless models are also available. Once set, you must enter this password...
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...password on the computer again, and try again. Try again and press . Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility. You have three chances to access the BIOS utility. Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User ...password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter a password. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message ...
...password on the computer again, and try again. Try again and press . Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility. You have three chances to access the BIOS utility. Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User ...password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter a password. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message ...
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..., activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it clicks into your local Acer dealer. then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory... module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. To activate the BIOS utility,...
..., activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the memory cover; while the notebook PC logo is a hardware configuration program built into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it clicks into your local Acer dealer. then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the memory... module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. To activate the BIOS utility,...
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...DVD movie will remain permanent. Important! 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 and use the and keys to enable this value to Enabled.... Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of China Region code 1 2 3 4 5 6 Country or region USA, Canada Europe, Middle ...
...DVD movie will remain permanent. Important! 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 and use the and keys to enable this value to Enabled.... Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of China Region code 1 2 3 4 5 6 Country or region USA, Canada Europe, Middle ...
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... assistance. Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Do... type error I/O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. 64 English Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with the recommended course of action. keyboard connected Keyboard...
... assistance. Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Do... type error I/O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. 64 English Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with the recommended course of action. keyboard connected Keyboard...
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English English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. 65 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
English English Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. 65 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
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... 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...
... 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...