Acer TravelMate 650 Series manuel d'utilisation

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    T ravelMate 650 series User’ s guide UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!j!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to t[...]

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    iii First things first W e would like to thank you for making the T ravelMate series of notebook computers your choice for your mobile computing needs. W e hope you will be happy with your T ravelMate as much as we enjoyed making it for you. Y our guides To help you use your TravelMate, we have designed a set of guides: For more information about o[...]

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    iv keyboard. See page 3 for the location of the power switch. To turn the power off, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command For Windows 2000: Click on Start , Shut Down... , and select Shut down ; then click on OK . - or - For Windows XP: Click on Start , T urn off Computer ; then click Tu r n O f f . • Use the power switch[...]

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    v • Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer . • Do not slam the computer display when you close it. • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. T aking car e of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to any other device. • Do not step on the pow[...]

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    vi • The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the product. • The computer does not operate normally . Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 57. UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!wj!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    Contents First things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iii 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour 3 Front open view 3 Front view 4 Left view 6 Right view 7 Rear view 8 Bottom view 9 Features 11 Indicators 13 Using the keyboard 15 Special keys 15 Launch Keys 22 Touchpad 24 Touchpad basics 24 Storag[...]

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    viii Notebook Manager 55 55 66 BIOS Utility 56 3 Troubleshooting my computer 57 Frequently-asked questions 59 Troubleshooting tips 62 Error messages 63 Requesting service 64 International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) 64 Before you call 64 Appendix A Specifications 67 Appendix B Notices 73 Index 81 UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!wjjj!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!2!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    Y our T ravelMate computer combines high- performance, versatility , power management features and multimedia capabilities with a unique style and ergonomic design. W ork with unmatched productivity and reliability with your new power computing partner . UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!3!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    3 A T ravelMate tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new TravelMate computer. Fr ont open view # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. 2 Power button T urns on the computer . 3 T ouchpad T ouch-sensitive poin[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 4 Fr ont view 5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer . 6 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer . 7 Status indicators LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer , its functions and components. 8 Microphone Internal microphone for sound[...]

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    5 Notes: 1.Four-in-one card reader is a manufacturing option, subject to configur a tion. 2.Bluetooth button and indicator work on models with Bluetooth onl y . 3.InviLink button and indicator work on models with wireless LAN onl y . 5 Bluetooth butto n 2 Enables or disables Bluetooth functionalit y . 6 Bluetooth indicator 2 Indicates that Bluetoot[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 6 Left view # Item Description 1 USB 2.0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. 3 Smart Card slot Slot for Smart Card interface with pre-boot authentication system. 4 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD pla[...]

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    7 Right view Note: The positions of the AcerMedia indicator , eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on the optical drive module installed. 8 PC Card slot Accepts one T ype II PC Card. # Item Description 1 AcerMedia drive Houses a removable media drive module. 2 AcerMedia indicator Lights up when the AcerMedia drive is active. 3[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 8 Rear view # Item Description 1 Modem jack Connects to a phone line. 2 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 Expansion port Connects to I/O port replicator or EasyPort expansion devices. 4 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel printer). 5 External display port Connects[...]

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    9 Bottom view # Item Description 1A c e r M e d i a b a y release latch Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for removing the optical drive. 2 AcerMedia bay Houses an AcerMedia drive module. 3 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 4 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in p[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 10 10 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note : Don’t cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 11 Personal identification slot Insert a business card or similar -sized identification card to personalize your computer . # Item Description UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!21!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    11 Featur es Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features: Performance • Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor-M with 512 KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ technology • Memory expandable up to 1 GB • Internal removable optical drive (AcerMedia bay) • High-capacity , Enhanced-IDE hard disk • Li-I[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 12 Connectivity • High-speed fax/data modem port • Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port • Fast infrared wireless communication • Four USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports • IEEE 1394 port • InviLink 802.11b or 802.11a/b wireless LAN (manufacturing optional) • Bluetooth ready (manufacturing optional) • SD/MM[...]

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    13 Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators below the display screen, and two on the front of the computer. The Power and Battery status indicators are visible even when the display is closed. Icon Function Description Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated. Num lock Lights when Num Lock is activated. Media Activity Li[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 14 Battery Lights orange when the battery is charging. Icon Function Description UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!25!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    15 Using the keyboar d The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Num Lock [...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 16 Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys. Note: If an external keyboard or keypad is c[...]

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    17 W indows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. Key Description Windows logo key Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. B[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 18 To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination. Hot key Icon Function Description Fn-F1 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys. Fn-F2 S etup Launch Notebook Manager. Fn-F3 Power management scheme toggle Switches the power management scheme used by the co[...]

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    19 The Euro symbol If your keyboard layout is set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a European layout, you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard. Fn-F6 Screen blank T urns the display screen backlight off to save power . Press any key to return. Fn-F7 T ouchpad toggle T urns the internal touchpad on[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 20 Note for US keyboard users: The keyboard layout is set when you first set up Windows. For the Euro symbol to work, the keyboard layout has to be set to United States-International. To verify the keyboard type in Windows Millennium Edition and Windows 2000, follow the steps below: 1 Click on Start , Settings , C[...]

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    21 UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!32!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 22 Launch Keys Located above the keyboard are five buttons. The left-most button is the power button. To the right of the power button are the four launch keys. They are designated as the mail button, the web browser button, and two programmable buttons (P1 and P2). E-Mail Detection Click right button at the Launc[...]

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    23 Aside from the email checking function, there is a mail button that is used to launch the email application. It is located above the keyboard right below the LCD. UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!34!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 24 T ouchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. Note: When using an external USB mouse, you can press Fn-F7 [...]

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    25 T apping on the touchpad produces similar results. • Use the 4-way scroll (2) button (top/bottom/left and right) to scroll a page up, down, left or right. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the vertical and horizontal scroll bars of Windows applications. Note: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touch[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 26 Storage This computer supplies you with the following media storage: • High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk • AcerMedia drive Har d disk The high-capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs. This is where your programs and data are stored. AcerMedia bay The AcerMedia bay accepts a wide variety of[...]

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    27 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button. When the power is off, you can eject the drive tray using the emergency eject hole. See page 60. Using softwar e Playing DVD movies When the DVD-ROM drive module is installed in the AcerMedia bay, you can play[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 28 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds. Note: T o change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD-ROM drive. Please refer to the online help for more information. Region code Country or r egion 1 U.S.A., Canada 2 Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan 3 South[...]

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    29 Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio, and includes a built-in sensitive microphone and dual stereo speakers. There are audio ports on the rear of the computer. See “Rear view” on page 8 for more information on connecting external audio devices. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 30 Power management This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports, and video memory. If no acti[...]

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    31 Moving ar ound with your T ravelMate This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting fr om the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save your work in progress. 2 Remove any media, diskette or compact disc, from the drive(s). 3 Shut [...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 32 - or - you can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn-F4 . Then close and latch the display. When you are ready to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; then slide and release the power switch. Note: If the sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and turned off. [...]

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    33 from the drive(s). Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head. • Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. Caution: A void packing items next to the top cover of the computer . Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to bring with you [...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 34 If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time, you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor, or mouse. T raveling with the computer “when you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client’s office building or traveling locally” Pr e[...]

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    35 What to bring with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • AcerMedia drive module(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 36 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch, Smart Card and passwords. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located [...]

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    37 the Smart Card. If your Smart Card is unavailable, you can use the Emergency Card as a temporary replacement card. • PlatinumKey auto-authenticate and auto cache with one-click logons to all password-required websites (patent pending), eliminates the overhead costs associated with memorizing and typing user IDs and passwords when surfing the I[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 38 warranty card is completed and sent back to Acer . This information will be used by Acer service centers to confirm ownership in case your Smart Card "key" is lost or damaged. Registering your notebook with Acer's service center is extremely important when replacing your lost Smart Card "key[...]

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    39 PlatinumSecure Options Click on the PlatinumSecure Options button to open the Smart Card Options window. It provides great flexibility to meet the various privacy protection needs of many different users. • Disable Smart Card Authentication When Disable PlatinumP AS is selected, the PlatinumP AS Preboot Authentication System will be disabled. [...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 40 Smart Car d Manager The Multiple user support is implemented and managed in Smart Card Manager. Please note that five users can be registered on one PC. If you registered as the Primary User, ONLY you can add/remove other users. If you registered as a regular user, other registered users could add/remove you. A[...]

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    41 of files. Running PlatinumKey PlatinumKey provides one-click logon to all password-required websites. With its unique Smart Card caching technology, you can greatly extend the limited card memory size to unlimited use by storing your private data in an encrypted file either on the Smart Card, or on the 360 Degree Web secure website server. Infor[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 42 4 If PlatinumKey is being used for the very first time, it will ask "W ould you like to link to 360 Degree Web secure website server to backup the information on your Smart Card?" The default answer is Y es, and it will enable you to store your information (excluding the Credit Cards) on the 360 Degre[...]

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    43 • Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk. Even if the hard disk is removed from the computer and moved to another computer , it cannot be accessed without the Hard Disk Password. Important! Do not forget your Supervisor and Hard Disk Password! If you forget your password, please get in touch w[...]

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    1 Getting to know your T ravelMate 44 UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!55!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    2 Customizing my computer UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!56!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    After learning the basics of your T ravelMate computer , let’ s get acquainted with the advanced features of your computer . In this chapter , you will learn how to add options, upgrade components for better performance, and customize your computer . UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!57!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    47 Expanding thr ough options Your TravelMate offers you a complete mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, see your online guide for more details. Fax/data modem You[...]

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    2 Customizing my computer 48 To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the network jack on the rear of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. Fast infrar ed The computer’s fast infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs (personal digital a[...]

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    49 Universal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect and daisy-chain USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. Your computer has four ports available. UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!5:!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    2 Customizing my computer 50 IEEE 1394 port The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported devices like a video camera or digital camera. See your video or digital camera's documentation for details. PC Car d slot The type II CardBus PC Card slot found on the left side of the computer accepts credit-card-siz[...]

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    51 Inserting a PC Card Insert the card into the slot and make the proper connections (e.g., network cable), if necessary. See your card manual for details. Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card: 1 Exit the application using the card. 2 Left-click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation. 3 Press the slot eject button to[...]

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    2 Customizing my computer 52 Port expansion devices Two types of expansion devices are available for your computer: • I/O replicator - adds serial port and parallel port connections to your computer . • EasyPort - adds a host of ports for your computer , and allows you to connect and disconnect peripherals from your computer in one quick step. [...]

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    53 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover (a); then lift up and remove the memory cover (b). 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot (a), then gently press it down (b) until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw . 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter . 6 T urn on the compu[...]

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    2 Customizing my computer 54 Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Note : The hard disk drive module is not hot-swappable. Y ou have to turn off your computer before you can swap the module. You can swap the AcerMedia drive with any optional AcerMedia modules. First slide the AcerMedia release latch as shown in the illustration (a). Then remove the opti[...]

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    55 Using system utilities Notebook Manager The computer has a built-in system setup program called Notebook Manager. The Windows-based Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords, the startup sequence of the drives, and power management settings. It also shows current hardware configurations. To start the Notebook Manager, press Fn-F2 or follow th[...]

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    2 Customizing my computer 56 Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard. See “Launch Keys” on page 22 for the location. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start , Programs , and then Launch Manager to start the application. BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is a hardware configurati[...]

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    3 T r oubleshooting my computer UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!68!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer . Do not attempt to open the computer by yourself. Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. key link: www .acersupport.com UN761[...]

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    59 Fr equently-asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy answers and solutions are provided for each one. I slid the power switch and opened the display , but the computer does not start or boot-up. Look at the Power indicator: • If it is not lit, no power is being applied [...]

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    3 T roubleshooting my computer 60 Image is not full-screen. The computer display has a native resolution of 1024 x 768 (XGA) for the 14.1” and 1400 x 1050 (SXGA+) for the 15.0”. If you set the resolution lower than this, the screen expands to fill the computer display. Right-click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Di[...]

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    61 The keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to the USB 2.0 connector on the rear of the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. The infrared port does not work. Check the following: • Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are fa[...]

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    3 T roubleshooting my computer 62 T r oubleshooting tips This notebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs, see “Error messages” on page 63. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer. See ?[...]

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    63 Err or messages If you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective action. The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action. If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service cente[...]

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    3 T roubleshooting my computer 64 Requesting service Inter national T raveler’ s W arranty (ITW) Your computer is backed by an International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling. Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand. An ITW passport comes with your computer. [...]

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    65 You are required to provide the following information: Name:________________________________________ Address:______________________________________ ______________________________________________ Telephone number:____________________________ Machine and model type:_______________________ Serial number:_________________________________ Date of pur[...]

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    Appendix A Specifications UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!78!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer . UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!79!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    69 Micr oprocessor • Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor-M with 512 KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ technology Memory • Main memory expandable to 1 GB • Dual 200-pin soDIMM sockets • PC2100 DDR-SDRAM (Double Data Rate-Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory) support • 512 KB Flash ROM BIOS Data storage ?[...]

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    Appendix A Specifications 70 • Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll button I/O ports • One type II CardBus PC Card slot • One RJ-45 jack (Ethernet 10/100) • One RJ-11 phone jack ( V .92) • One DC-in jack • One parallel port • One external monitor port • One speaker/headphone-out jack (3.5mm mini jack) ?[...]

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    71 System • ACPI support • DMI 2.0-compliant • Microsoft Windows operating system Power • Battery pack • 65Wh Li-Ion battery pack • 1.5-hour rapid charge/3.5-hour charge-in-use • AC adapter • 75-Watt • Auto sensing 100~240V ac, 47~63Hz Options • 256/512-MB memory upgrade modules • Additional Li-Ion battery pack • Additional [...]

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    Appendix B Notices UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!84!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    This appendix lists the general notices of your computer . UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!85!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    75 FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not instal[...]

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    Appendix B Notices 76 Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Remar que à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Modem notices [...]

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    77 Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully . Save these instructions for future reference. 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 3 Do not use this product near wat[...]

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    Appendix B Notices 78 controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. e If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Replace the battery with the s[...]

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    79 Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at all possible. ADVARSEL ! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun s[...]

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    Appendix B Notices 80 intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembl[...]

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    81 Index A AC adapter caring for v AcerMedia drive 26 audio 29 adjusting the volume 29 troubleshooting 60 B battery pack caring for v BIOS utility 56 brightness hotkeys 19 C caps lock 15 on indicator 13 care AC adapter v battery pack v computer iv CD-ROM ejecting 27 ejecting manually 60 troubleshooting 60 cleaning computer v computer bringing to me[...]

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    82 installing 52– 53 upgrading 52 messages error 63 modem 47 N network 47 Notebook Manager 55 hotkey 18 notice DVD copyright protection 79 num lock 15 on indicator 13 numeric keypad num lock 16 O online services 64 options memory upgrade 52 P password 42 types 42 PC Card 50 ejecting 51 inserting 51 ports 47 POST (power-on self-test) 56 printer tr[...]

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    83 W warranty International Traveler’s Warran- ty 64 Windows keys 17 UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!94!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]

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    84 UN761.f/cppl!!Qbhf!95!!Gsjebz-!Kbovbsz!28-!3114!!7;47!QN[...]