Acer 2700 Series manual Taking the computer home, What to bring with you, Special considerations

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Taking the computer home

When you move between your office and home you will need to prepare your computer for the short trip.

Preparing the computer

After disconnecting your computer from the desktop, prepare the unit as follows:

1Remove all media from the drives. Loaded media can damage the drive heads during transit.

2Pack the computer in a protective case that is padded to guard against knocks. Make sure that the unit cannot slide around inside the case.

Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top of the computer, as this could result in damage to the screen.

What to bring with you

If you don't have spare items at home, it is advisable to take along the AC adapter and this User's Guide.

Special considerations

To protect your computer in transit, it is advisable to pay attention to the following:

Minimize the effect of temperature changes. Keep your computer with you instead of placing it in storage holds.

Avoid leaving your computer in a hot car.

Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation to form within your computer. Before turning the computer on, allow it to return to room temperature, and then check the screen for signs of condensation. If the temperature change is greater than 10°C (18°F), allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly by placing it in a room with a temperature between the outside and room temperatures.

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Contents User’s Guide TravelMate 2200/2700 SeriesPage Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packEnglish Getting familiar with your computer Operating on battery powerPeripherals and options Moving with your computerSoftware Troubleshooting Page Your computer Page Tour of your computer Front viewDescription Getting familiar with your computer Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Performance FeaturesExpansion Indicators # Icon Function DescriptionIcon Function Description Fn-F11 Using the keyboardLock keys Lock Key DescriptionEmbedded numeric keypad Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock OffWindows keys Fn-F3 Hot keysHot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F1 Fn-F2Fn-F8 Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F5Fn-F6 Fn-F7Euro symbol Special KeyUS dollar sign Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left Button Right Way Tap Scroll Key Launch keys Launch Key Default ApplicationEnglish Ejecting the optical drive tray StorageEmergency ejection of the optical drive tray Ethernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Fast infrared Audio Setting a password Securing your computerSecurity slot English Battery power Page Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimizing battery life Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningPower management English Options Page External keypad External display devicesExternal input devices External keyboardUSB devices Audio devices PrinterPC Card Expansion devicesBattery pack Miscellaneous optionsAC adapter Key component upgrades Memory upgradeInstalling memory Hard disk upgrade English Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop What to bring to long meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to short meetingsTaking the computer home What to bring with youSpecial considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerWhat to take with you Traveling internationally with your computer English Software Page System software Acer eManager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Bios UtilityAcer Disc to Disc Recovery Multilingual operating system installationRestore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit English Troubleshooting Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsThere is no audio coming from my computer Printer does not work Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call Specifications Page Data storage Keyboard and pointing device Operating system English Regulation & safety This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceModem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens List of Applicable Countries TBREnglish English Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice LCD pixel statementEuropean Union EU Radio Device Regulatory Notice GeneralFCC 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