Acer 3400 manual Fast infrared

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28	Getting familiar with your computer

Fast infrared

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 assistants), mobile phones, and infrared printers. The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to four megabits per second (Mbps) at a distance of up to one meter.

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Contents Ferrari User’s GuidePage Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingEnglish Contents Software Peripherals and optionsMoving with your computer Index TroubleshootingAppendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices English Your computer Page Tour of your computer Front open viewGetting familiar with your computer Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesDisplay ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics ExpansionIndicators Icon Function DescriptionLock keys Using the KeyboardSpecial keys Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot keys Hot key Icon Function DescriptionHot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Launch Keys Mail Detection Optical drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the optical disc Adjusting the volume AudioConnectivity options Ethernet and LANFax/data modem Fast infrared Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsBattery power Page Maximizing the batterys life Battery packBattery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryDischarging the battery Optimizing battery life Battery-low warningSituation Recommended Action Power management Options Page External keyboard External display devicesExternal input devices External keypadUSB devices Ieee 1394 Port Port expansion devices Printer Audio devices Expansion devices PC CardEnglish AC adapter Battery packMiscellaneous options Installing memory Key component upgradesMemory upgrade Hard disk upgrade English Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop What to bring to short meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to long meetingsSpecial considerations Taking the computer homeWhat to bring with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer What to take with youTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page System software Launch ManagerBios Setup Utility Restore without a Recovery CD Disc to Disc RecoveryMultilingual operating system installation Setup password and exit Troubleshooting Page Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenCant eject the optical disc with my computer turned off Printer does not work Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW English English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Power English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesOperation conditions TBR List of Applicable CountriesEnglish English English Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Radio Device Regulatory Notice LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 2004/7/16 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Index English Using 19- 20 travel International flights 60 local trips