Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System
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... 4 Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette. Extract AHCI F6 driver files to install operating system. Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System Pre-Installation Using the F6 Method Notes: Before you start to install Microsoft® Windows XP® operating system, you will need an optical drive, a USB...
... 4 Connect the USB floppy drive and then boot up from the Microsoft® Windows XP® Professional/Home Edition Setup Disc to a blank 1.44MB floppy diskette. Extract AHCI F6 driver files to install operating system. Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System Pre-Installation Using the F6 Method Notes: Before you start to install Microsoft® Windows XP® operating system, you will need an optical drive, a USB...
Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System
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3. When prompted, select 'S' to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver. 4. At the beginning of 4 Page 2 of the operating system installation, press [F6] to Specify Additional Device.
3. When prompted, select 'S' to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver. 4. At the beginning of 4 Page 2 of the operating system installation, press [F6] to Specify Additional Device.
Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System
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5. Please use arrow key to scroll and select [Intel(R) ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller] Page 3 of the following controllers listed depending on your hardware version and configuration for one of 4 At this point you created in step 1. 6. Insert the floppy diskette you should be presented with a selection for AHCI Controllers: -
5. Please use arrow key to scroll and select [Intel(R) ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller] Page 3 of the following controllers listed depending on your hardware version and configuration for one of 4 At this point you created in step 1. 6. Insert the floppy diskette you should be presented with a selection for AHCI Controllers: -
Pre-Install Intel® AHCI Driver for Windows XP® Operating System
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Page 4 of 4 Press Enter again to be copied from the floppy diskette again when setup is appropriate for the hardware in your system and press Enter. 8. Highlight the selection that is copying files. Leave the floppy diskette in the system until the next reboot as the software will need to continue. 7.
Page 4 of 4 Press Enter again to be copied from the floppy diskette again when setup is appropriate for the hardware in your system and press Enter. 8. Highlight the selection that is copying files. Leave the floppy diskette in the system until the next reboot as the software will need to continue. 7.
Quick Start Guide
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... your unit should include the serial number, model number and purchase information. The serial number and model number are used herein for this publication without the prior written permission of liability set out in the space provided below. Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for identification purposes only and belong to any limitation of Acer Incorporated. TravelMate 8371/4371 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place...
... your unit should include the serial number, model number and purchase information. The serial number and model number are used herein for this publication without the prior written permission of liability set out in the space provided below. Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for identification purposes only and belong to any limitation of Acer Incorporated. TravelMate 8371/4371 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place...
Quick Start Guide
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... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. If Adobe Reader is available in the model you get started with language such as using the keyboard and audio, etc. Your guides To help you to be more on how to use your notebook. Follow these steps to complete the installation. Follow the instructions on your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for Starters... The Quick Guide...
... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. If Adobe Reader is available in the model you get started with language such as using the keyboard and audio, etc. Your guides To help you to be more on how to use your notebook. Follow these steps to complete the installation. Follow the instructions on your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for Starters... The Quick Guide...
Quick Start Guide
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webcam English 4 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your new Acer notebook. Top view # Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for Starters... poster, let us show you around your computer as illustrated in the Just for video communication.
webcam English 4 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your new Acer notebook. Top view # Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for Starters... poster, let us show you around your computer as illustrated in the Just for video communication.
Quick Start Guide
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.... Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for three-step data backup. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is active. Acer PowerSmart Puts your computer into your hands when you use the computer. 9 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off . 10 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. 11 Communication Enables / disables the WLAN / 3G key functions. Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models). 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch...
.... Backup key Launches Acer Backup Management for three-step data backup. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is active. Acer PowerSmart Puts your computer into your hands when you use the computer. 9 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off . 10 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. 11 Communication Enables / disables the WLAN / 3G key functions. Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models). 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your computer. 6 Touchpad Touch...
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...key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Increases the screen brightness. + < > + < > Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. + + + + < > Display toggle Screen blank Speaker toggle Brightness up Decreases the screen brightness. Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. (only for displaying system information. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down Volume up Switches display...
...key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Increases the screen brightness. + < > + < > Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. + + + + < > Display toggle Screen blank Speaker toggle Brightness up Decreases the screen brightness. Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. (only for displaying system information. Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down Volume up Switches display...
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7 Closed front view English # Icon 1 Item Battery Rear view Description Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. # Icon 1 Item Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
7 Closed front view English # Icon 1 Item Battery Rear view Description Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. # Icon 1 Item Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
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... models are also available. Ventilation slots USB 2.0 port Microphone-in jack Enable the computer to secure the lock. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 8 Left view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 Item Kensington lock slot External display (VGA) port Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Connect to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Connects to audio line-out devices line-out jack (e.g., speakers, headphones). Headphones/speaker/ Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor...
... models are also available. Ventilation slots USB 2.0 port Microphone-in jack Enable the computer to secure the lock. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 8 Left view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 Item Kensington lock slot External display (VGA) port Description Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Connect to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Connects to audio line-out devices line-out jack (e.g., speakers, headphones). Headphones/speaker/ Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor...
Quick Start Guide
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Only one card can operate at any given time. Connects to remove/install the card. Note: Push to an AC adapter. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. Connects to Acer EasyPort IV. 9 Right view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 Item 5-in-1 card reader USB 2.0 port Ethernet (RJ-45) port Acer EasyPort IV connector DC-in jack Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
Only one card can operate at any given time. Connects to remove/install the card. Note: Push to an AC adapter. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network. Connects to Acer EasyPort IV. 9 Right view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 Item 5-in-1 card reader USB 2.0 port Ethernet (RJ-45) port Acer EasyPort IV connector DC-in jack Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
Quick Start Guide
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10 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.
10 Base view English # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 5 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even cooling fan after prolonged use. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.
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...)* WWAN: UMTS/HSPA at 850/900/1900/2100 MHz and quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready High-definition audio support MS-Sound compatible Built-in microphone 2.5" hard disk drive, with enhanced Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection)* Solid state drive* 5-in-1 card reader Enhanced Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection) Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot
...)* WWAN: UMTS/HSPA at 850/900/1900/2100 MHz and quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready High-definition audio support MS-Sound compatible Built-in microphone 2.5" hard disk drive, with enhanced Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection)* Solid state drive* 5-in-1 card reader Enhanced Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection) Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution* BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords Kensington lock slot
Quick Start Guide
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The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device • Acer EasyPort IV connector • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader • 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • USB 2.0 port • External display (VGA) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack • Microphone-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °...
The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. key keyboard • Touchpad pointing device • Acer EasyPort IV connector • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader • 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) • USB 2.0 port • External display (VGA) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack • Microphone-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • DC-in jack for AC adapter • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °...