Acer 100 Series manual Basic care and tips for using your computer, Connecting your computer

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An Online guide is your helping hand on-the-go, with easy to access, detailed and linked information about your computer.

To access the online guide:

1Click on Start, Programs, TravelMate.

2Click on TravelMate Online guide.

Lastly, there may be a Read me first sheet included with your package which contains important reminders and updates. So, please read through it.

For more information about our products, services, and support information, please visit our web site (http://global.acer.com).

Basic care and tips for using your computer

Connecting your computer

Connecting the computer is as easy as 1-2-3.

1Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment, and press down until it clicks into place.

Note: See your online guide for more details on how to remove the battery pack.

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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 computer Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting your computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription 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 keypadHot keys Windows 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 computerWhat to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Using the Smart Card Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Page Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecurePlatinumSecure Options Smart Card Manager Change PasswordEncrypt/Decrypt Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast infraredUniversal Serial Bus Connecting your optical drive IeeeInserting a PC Card PC Card slotsEjecting a PC Card Memory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling 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 International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore 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