Acer 100 Series manual Features, Performance, Display, Multimedia, Connectivity

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14	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

Features

Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:

Performance

•Mobile Intel® Pentium® III Processor-M with 512 KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ technology

•Memory expandable up to 256 MB

•High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

•Li-Ion main battery pack

•Power management system with ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface)

•Smart Card interface with pre-boot authentication system for added security

Display

•10.4"Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) touchscreen liquid-crystal display (LCD) displaying 16M color at 1024x768 eXtended Graphics Array (XGA) resolution

•8 MB Video DRAM

•3D capabilities

•Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support

•"Automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power

•Dual display capability

•Tablet mode for LCD panel (Rotatable display)

Multimedia

•16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 PCI stereo audio with wavetable synthesizer

•Built-in speaker and microphone

•High-speed optical (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM) drive

Connectivity

•High-speed fax/data modem port

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Contents TravelMate 100 series Page First things first Your guidesBasic care and tips for using your computer Connecting your computerPage Click on Start, Turn off Computer then click Turn Off Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting your computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Description Using your computer in tablet mode Switching to tablet modePage Getting to know your TravelMate Switching to computer mode Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaHuman-centric design and ergonomics ExpansionIndicators Icon Function DescriptionPage Using the keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys Hot keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Launch key Default application Launch KeysEmail checking function Touchpad Touchpad basicsApplications Function Left button Right Center Tap Button ButtonsStorage Hard diskOptical drive Playing DVD moviesOptimizing the DVD movie playback Region code Country or regionAdjusting the volume AudioPower management Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings Setting up a home office What to bring with youSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Using a computer security lock Using the Smart CardSecuring your computer Page Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecurePlatinumSecure Options Change Password Smart Card ManagerEncrypt/Decrypt Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Computer Page Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast infraredUniversal Serial Bus Connecting your optical drive IeeePC Card slots Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Upgrade options Memory upgradeInstalling memory Page Launch Manager Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook ManagerLaunch Manager and 802.11b Wireless LAN Bios Utility Troubleshooting your Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerKeyboard does not respond Infrared port does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelTroubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionError Messages Corrective Action Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call Troubleshooting your computer Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoWeight and dimensions PortsEnvironment SystemPower OptionsAppendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsImportant safety instructions Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens CTRPage Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statementYear 2000 compliance statement VarningMacrovision copyright protection notice Tick noticeIndex CD-ROM