Acer 2020 Series manual Taking care of your computer, Taking care of your AC adapter

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Note: If the operating system freezes, or locks up, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds.

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 a power strip or wall outlet. Grasp and pull the plug instead.

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

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Contents Acer Aspire 2020 Series Page 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 Contents Operating on battery power Peripherals and optionsMoving with your computer SoftwareTroubleshooting Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexPage Your computer Page Tour of your computer Open view EnglishEnglish Front view Top view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Display Indicators English Keyboard Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Windows keys Shift +Function keys Fn + F3Euro key Touchpad Touchpad basicsEnglish Launch keys Ejecting an optical disc StorageTo eject an optical disc To load an optical disc Ethernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/data modem English Audio Aspire Media Console Securing your computer PasswordsSecurity slot Battery power Page Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing battery life Conditioning a new battery packInstalling and removing the battery pack To install a battery packCharging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimizing battery life To remove a battery packBattery-low warning Power management English Options Page External display devices External input devicesExternal keyboard External keypadUSB devices Ieee 1394 Port Printer Audio devicesPC Card Expansion devicesTo insert a PC card To remove a PC card Memory upgrade Key component upgradesInstalling memory Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to short meetingsSetting up a home office Taking the computer homeWhat to bring with you Special considerationsTraveling with with computer What to take with youTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page System software Launch ManagerAspire Arcade CinemaAlbum MusicDTS Windows Arcade Arcade Hot keys Finding and playing content Advanced SettingsNavigation controls Player controlsDVD settings CinemaLanguage Album Slideshow settings Playing a video file Editing a video fileCopy backup your CD/DVD collection Audio create your own greatest hits CDsData store files simply and easily Video your world in picturesBios Setup Utility Troubleshooting Page Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenThere is no audio coming from my computer Want to set up my location to use the internal modem English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Options English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeModem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesTBR List of Applicable CountriesEnglish English Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice LCD pixel statementRadio Device Regulatory Notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/3/5 Index 100