Acer 2350 manual Contents

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First things first	iii
Your guides	iii
Basic care and tips for using your computer	iv

1 Getting to know your TravelMate	1
A TravelMate tour	3
Front open view	3
Front view	4
Left view	6
Right view	6
Rear view	8
Bottom view	9
Features	10
Indicators	12
Using the keyboard	14
Special keys	14
Launch keys	20
Touchpad	21
Touchpad basics	21
Storage	23
Hard disc	23
Optical drive	23
Using software	24
Audio	25
Adjusting the volume	25
Power management	25
Moving around with your TravelMate	26
Disconnecting from the desktop	26
Moving around	26
Taking the computer home	27
Traveling with the computer	29
Traveling internationally with the computer	29
Securing your computer	31
Using a computer security lock	31
Using passwords	31

2 Customising my computer	33
Expanding through options	35
Connectivity options	35
Upgrade options	39
Using system utilities	41
Acer eManager	41
Launch Manager	41

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Contents Users Guide TravelMate 2350 SeriesPage Your guides First things firstTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adaptor Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Contents Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page Front open view TravelMate tourDescription Front view English Right view Left viewHDD Rear view Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayExpansion ConnectivityIcon Function Description IndicatorsEnglish Lock key Description Caps Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keysDesired action Num Lock on Num Lock off Embedded numeric keypadKey Description Windows keysHot key Icon Function Description Fn+Esc Hot keysHot key Icon Function Description Euro symbolEnglish Launch keys Launch key Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Tap Button Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray StorageHard disc Optical drivePlaying DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Adjusting the volume Power managementAudio Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving aroundWhat to take to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings Special considerations What to take with youTraveling with the computer Setting up a home officeTraveling internationally with the computer What to bring with you Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsComputer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/Data modem Built-in network feature Universal Serial Bus Inserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Memory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory Acer eManager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Bios Utility Multilingual operating system installation Acer disc-to-disc recoveryRestore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit Troubleshooting my Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenPrinter does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Infrared port does not workTroubleshooting tips Error Messages Corrective Action Error messagesInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call English Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storagePorts Weight and dimensionsEnvironment System PowerOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Operation conditionsTBR Modem noticesList of Applicable Countries For modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 For modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions English LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice European Union EU Radio Device Regulatory Notice GeneralFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 English 2004/11/01 English Index