Acer 2200 Series, 2700 Series manual Taking care of your computer, Taking care of your AC adapter

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Note: If you are unable to shut down the computer in the usual way, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds. You should then wait at least two seconds before turning the computer on again.

Taking care of your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator.

Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0°C (32°F), or above 50°C (122°F).

Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields.

Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.

Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.

Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.

Do not place objects on top of the computer.

Do not slam the lid shut. Close the computer gently.

Do not place the computer on unstable or uneven surfaces.

Taking care of your AC adapter

It is important that you look after your AC adapter.

Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on it. Route the power cord away from areas where people might walk on it or trip over it.

Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting from the mains power socket. Grasp and pull the plug instead.

The total ampere ratings of equipment plugged into a power strip should not exceed the ampere rating for that power strip.

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Contents TravelMate 2200/2700 Series User’s GuidePage Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingEnglish Operating on battery power Getting familiar with your computerMoving with your computer Peripherals and optionsSoftware Troubleshooting Page Your computer Page Front view Tour of your computerDescription Getting familiar with your computer Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features PerformanceExpansion # Icon Function Description IndicatorsIcon Function Description Using the keyboard Lock keysLock Key Description Fn-F11Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys Hot keys Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F1Fn-F2 Fn-F3Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F5 Fn-F6Fn-F7 Fn-F8Special Key Euro symbolUS dollar sign Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left Button Right Way Tap Scroll Key Launch Key Default Application Launch keysEnglish Storage Ejecting the optical drive trayEmergency ejection of the optical drive tray Connectivity options Ethernet and LANFax/Data modem Fast infrared Audio Securing your computer Setting a passwordSecurity slot English Battery power Page Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimizing battery life Battery-low warning Situation Recommended ActionPower management English Options Page External display devices External input devicesExternal keyboard External keypadUSB devices Printer Audio devicesExpansion devices PC CardMiscellaneous options Battery packAC adapter Memory upgrade Key component upgradesInstalling memory Hard disk upgrade English Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetingsWhat to bring with you Taking the computer homeSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeWhat to take with you Traveling internationally with your computer English Software Page System software Using system utilities Acer eManagerBios Utility Launch ManagerMultilingual operating system installation Acer Disc to Disc RecoveryRestore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit English Troubleshooting Page Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenThere is no audio coming from my computer Printer does not work International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Specifications Page Data storage Keyboard and pointing device Operating system English Regulation & safety This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeOperation conditions Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens TBR List of Applicable CountriesEnglish English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeRadio Device Regulatory Notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement English Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/7/19 English Index DVD International flights 55 local trips