Acer 100 Series manual Euro symbol

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Hot key	Icon	Function	Description
Fn-F7		Touchpad Toggle	Turns the internal touchpad
			on and off.
Fn-F8		Speaker Toggle	Turns the speakers on and off.
Fn-↑		Volume up	Increases the speaker volume.
Fn-↓		Volume down	Decreases the speaker
			volume.
Fn-→		Brightness up	Increases the screen
			brightness.
Fn-←		Brightness down	Decreases the screen
			brightness.

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.

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:

1Click on Start, Control Panel.

2Double-click on Regional and Language Options.

3Click on the Language tab and click on Details.

4Verify that the keyboard layout used for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International.

5If not, select and click on ADD; then select United States- International and click on OK.

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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 AC adapter Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting your computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront view 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 keypadKey Description Windows keysHot keys 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 computerWhat to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to short meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing the Smart Card Page Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecurePlatinumSecure Options Encrypt/Decrypt Change PasswordSmart Card Manager Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Computer Page Fax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Fast infraredUniversal Serial Bus Connecting your optical drive IeeeEjecting a PC Card PC Card slotsInserting a PC Card Installing memory Upgrade optionsMemory upgrade 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 Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW 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