Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System
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Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to install Microsoft® Windows XP® operating system, you start to install operating system. Make sure the following files are contained in the root directory: 2. Page 1 of 4 Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System Pre-Installation Using the F6 Method Notes: Before you will...
Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to install Microsoft® Windows XP® operating system, you start to install operating system. Make sure the following files are contained in the root directory: 2. Page 1 of 4 Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System Pre-Installation Using the F6 Method Notes: Before you will...
Quick Start Guide
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... User Guide. Follow these steps to access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for certain models". Follow the instructions on how to complete the installation. For instructions on the screen to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the series, but not necessarily in the TravelMate product series. 3 First things first We would like to thank you for making...
... User Guide. Follow these steps to access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for certain models". Follow the instructions on how to complete the installation. For instructions on the screen to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the series, but not necessarily in the TravelMate product series. 3 First things first We would like to thank you for making...
Quick Start Guide
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... reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for a more details. 12 Productivity keys Three productivity keys give users one- touch access to work. Please refer to the Generic User Guide for more secure, smarter and easier way to protection and manageability features for certain models). 9 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 10 Keyboard For entering data into your hands when you use the computer. 7 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light...
... reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for a more details. 12 Productivity keys Three productivity keys give users one- touch access to work. Please refer to the Generic User Guide for more secure, smarter and easier way to protection and manageability features for certain models). 9 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 10 Keyboard For entering data into your hands when you use the computer. 7 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light...
Quick Start Guide
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... (VGA) port HDMI port USB 2.0 port Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack. Supports high definition digital video connections (only for certain models). Accepts audio line-in jack Description Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain models). Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Accepts inputs from the slot. button Connects to an AC adapter. 7 Left view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 HDMI 6 7 8 9 Item DC-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player) Accepts one Type II PC Card. Connect to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD...
... (VGA) port HDMI port USB 2.0 port Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack. Supports high definition digital video connections (only for certain models). Accepts audio line-in jack Description Connects to Acer EasyPort IV (only for certain models). Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Accepts inputs from the slot. button Connects to an AC adapter. 7 Left view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 HDMI 6 7 8 9 Item DC-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player) Accepts one Type II PC Card. Connect to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD...
Quick Start Guide
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... cool, even after prolonged use. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured Secondary with screws) (only for certain models). 6 Hard disk bay- Protects the hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection) and bumps (only for certain models) 7 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 8 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to remove the battery pack. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 5 Acer DASP (Disk Anti-
... cool, even after prolonged use. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured Secondary with screws) (only for certain models). 6 Hard disk bay- Protects the hard disk drive from shocks Shock Protection) and bumps (only for certain models) 7 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 8 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to remove the battery pack. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Hard disk bay-Main Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 5 Acer DASP (Disk Anti-
Quick Start Guide
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... one HDD and 6-cell battery pack* ACPI 3.0 71 W 4800 mAh* 48.8W 4400 mAh* 3-pin 65 W AC adapter* 3-pin 90 W AC adapter* ENERGY STAR® 4.0* 105-/106-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device Acer EasyPort IV connector* ExpressCard™/54 slot PC Card slot (Type II) Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) USB 2.0 port HDMI™ port with HDCP support* External display (VGA) port Headphone/speaker/line-out jack Microphone-in jack...
... one HDD and 6-cell battery pack* ACPI 3.0 71 W 4800 mAh* 48.8W 4400 mAh* 3-pin 65 W AC adapter* 3-pin 90 W AC adapter* ENERGY STAR® 4.0* 105-/106-key keyboard Touchpad pointing device Acer EasyPort IV connector* ExpressCard™/54 slot PC Card slot (Type II) Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader* 5-in-1 card reader (SD™, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD) USB 2.0 port HDMI™ port with HDCP support* External display (VGA) port Headphone/speaker/line-out jack Microphone-in jack...
User Manual
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... a qualified technician to restore the product to dangerous voltage points or other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may cause the battery to replace the power cord set . If the battery leaks and you come into the product • the product was exposed to qualified service personnel when: •...
... a qualified technician to restore the product to dangerous voltage points or other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may cause the battery to replace the power cord set . If the battery leaks and you come into the product • the product was exposed to qualified service personnel when: •...
User Manual
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... Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. TravelMate Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer on and off , the Just for Starters...poster helps you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your computer. It covers basic topics such as the AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below the LCD screen...
... Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. TravelMate Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer on and off , the Just for Starters...poster helps you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your computer. It covers basic topics such as the AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below the LCD screen...
User Manual
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... battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 2 Acer ePower Management (only for certain models) 4 Acer eRecovery Management (only for certain models) 6 Windows Mobility Center 8 Indicators 9 Easy-launch buttons 10 Productivity keys (only for certain models) 11 Touchpad 12 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 12 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 13 FineTrack and FineTrack buttons (only for certain models) 14 FineTrack basics 14 Using...
... battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Launching Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 2 Acer ePower Management (only for certain models) 4 Acer eRecovery Management (only for certain models) 6 Windows Mobility Center 8 Indicators 9 Easy-launch buttons 10 Productivity keys (only for certain models) 11 Touchpad 12 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 12 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 13 FineTrack and FineTrack buttons (only for certain models) 14 FineTrack basics 14 Using...
User Manual
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... Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 19 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 20 Frequently asked questions 22 Requesting service 25 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 25 Before you call 25 Battery pack 26 Battery pack characteristics 26 Maximizing the battery's life 26 Installing and removing the battery pack 27 Charging the battery 28 Checking the battery level 28 Optimising battery life 28 Battery-low warning 29 Taking your notebook...
... Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 19 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 20 Frequently asked questions 22 Requesting service 25 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 25 Before you call 25 Battery pack 26 Battery pack characteristics 26 Maximizing the battery's life 26 Installing and removing the battery pack 27 Charging the battery 28 Checking the battery level 28 Optimising battery life 28 Battery-low warning 29 Taking your notebook...
User Manual
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...) 63 Exposure of humans to -disk recovery 43 Password 43 Using software 44 Playing DVD movies 44 Power management 45 Acer eRecovery Management 46 Burn backup discs 47 Create a user backup 48 Manage user backups 50 Restore 51 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 52 Troubleshooting 55 Troubleshooting tips 55 Error messages 55 Regulations and safety notices 57 FCC statement 57 Modem notices 58 Laser compliance statement 61 LCD pixel statement 61 Radio device regulatory notice 62 General 62...
...) 63 Exposure of humans to -disk recovery 43 Password 43 Using software 44 Playing DVD movies 44 Power management 45 Acer eRecovery Management 46 Burn backup discs 47 Create a user backup 48 Manage user backups 50 Restore 51 Restore Windows Vista from backup discs 52 Troubleshooting 55 Troubleshooting tips 55 Error messages 55 Regulations and safety notices 57 FCC statement 57 Modem notices 58 Laser compliance statement 61 LCD pixel statement 61 Radio device regulatory notice 62 General 62...
User Manual
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... hide button on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then select Help. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it provides access to the following utilities: Note: The following content is for general reference only. You may vary. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans (only for certain models). • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data...
... hide button on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then select Help. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it provides access to the following utilities: Note: The following content is for general reference only. You may vary. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans (only for certain models). • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data...
User Manual
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... Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the system tray Windows 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...
... Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the system tray Windows 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...
User Manual
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... with Acer Bio-Protection, you step out. Icon Productivity key Lock Presentation Sync Default application Launch Windows Lock function Minimizes your open application windows and prepares the display for impressive presentations. • Sync key - minimizes open windows and prepares your finger to an external storage device, for convenient and secure backup. runs the Windows® lock function to work. • Lock key - 11 English Productivity keys (only for certain models) Three productivity keys give users one-touch access to...
... with Acer Bio-Protection, you step out. Icon Productivity key Lock Presentation Sync Default application Launch Windows Lock function Minimizes your open application windows and prepares the display for impressive presentations. • Sync key - minimizes open windows and prepares your finger to an external storage device, for convenient and secure backup. runs the Windows® lock function to work. • Lock key - 11 English Productivity keys (only for certain models) Three productivity keys give users one-touch access to...
User Manual
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Scroll Lock + Note: + only for certain models. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock on the keys. Hold while using control keys. cursor-control keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. A better...
Scroll Lock + Note: + only for certain models. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are in a normal manner. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num Lock on the keys. Hold while using control keys. cursor-control keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. A better...
User Manual
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... computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 17 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Decreases the screen brightness. Turns the speakers on page 1. Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down Increases the screen brightness. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on and off to save power. Turns the display screen backlight off . Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys...
... computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. English 17 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Decreases the screen brightness. Turns the speakers on page 1. Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down Increases the screen brightness. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on and off to save power. Turns the display screen backlight off . Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on hotkeys...
User Manual
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... not start or boot up. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be low and unable to restart the system. Press and release the power button to save power. I turned on the screen. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? Easy...
... not start or boot up. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be low and unable to restart the system. Press and release the power button to save power. I turned on the screen. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? Easy...
User Manual
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.... 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for normal operation. 2 Make sure the security lock key of ezDock II/II+ is in place and in Sleep mode by pressing + . When you are ready to disconnect your computer from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the...
.... 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from Acer ezDock II/II+: 1 Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for normal operation. 2 Make sure the security lock key of ezDock II/II+ is in place and in Sleep mode by pressing + . When you are ready to disconnect your computer from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the...
User Manual
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...; Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to set a password on boot: and use the and keys to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen and use the and keys to run this feature. English 43 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to Enabled. Password...
...; Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to set a password on boot: and use the and keys to -disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the bottom of the screen. Find D2D Recovery at the top of the screen and use the and keys to run this feature. English 43 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you may need to Enabled. Password...
User Manual
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... connections network 48 D display hotkeys 27 troubleshooting 33 DVD 54 DVD movies playing 54 E error messages 59 Euro 28 F FAQ. Index A AC adapter caring for xvi audio adjusting the volume 29 troubleshooting 33 B battery pack battery-low warning 40 caring for xvii characteristics 37 charging 39 checking charge level 39 installing 38 low conditions 40 maximizing life 37 optimizing 39 removing 39 using the first time 37 BIOS utility 53 brightness hotkeys 28 C caps lock...
... connections network 48 D display hotkeys 27 troubleshooting 33 DVD 54 DVD movies playing 54 E error messages 59 Euro 28 F FAQ. Index A AC adapter caring for xvi audio adjusting the volume 29 troubleshooting 33 B battery pack battery-low warning 40 caring for xvii characteristics 37 charging 39 checking charge level 39 installing 38 low conditions 40 maximizing life 37 optimizing 39 removing 39 using the first time 37 BIOS utility 53 brightness hotkeys 28 C caps lock...