Acer 240, 250 manual Getting to know your TravelMate

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1 Getting to know your TravelMate

 

 

 

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Item

Description

 

 

 

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Status indicators

LEDs (light-emitting diodes) that turn on

 

 

and off to show the status of the

 

 

computer, its functions and components.

 

 

 

3

Launch Keys

Buttons for launching frequently used

 

 

programs. See“Launch Keys” on page 19

 

 

for more details.

 

 

 

4

Power switch

Turns on the computer power.

 

 

 

5

Palmrest

Comfortable support area for your hands

 

 

when you use the computer.

 

 

 

6

Click buttons (left,

The left and right buttons function like the

 

center and right)

left and right mouse buttons; the center

 

 

button serves as a 4-way scroll button.

 

 

 

7

Touchpad

Touch-sensitive pointing device which

 

 

functions like a computer mouse.

 

 

 

8

Keyboard

Inputs data into your computer.

 

 

 

9

Ventilation Slot

Enables the computer to stay cool, even

 

 

after prolonged use..

 

 

 

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Contents TravelMate 240/250 series User’s guide Page First things first Your guidesBasic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingTaking care of your AC adapter English Getting to know your TravelMate Customizing my computerTroubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaConnectivity Human-centric design and ergonomicsExpansion Indicators Icon Function DescriptionIndicators in Cover Icon DescriptionUsing the keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys Key DescriptionHot keys Hot key Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Euro symbol Description Default application Launch KeysTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Storage Hard diskOptical drive Ejecting the CD or DVD trayPlaying DVD movies Region Code Country or RegionFloppy drive Ejecting a disketteAudio Power management Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings Setting up a home office What to bring with youSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Using a computer security lock Setting a passwordSecuring your computer Removing a password Changing a passwordSetting passwords English Computer Page Expanding through options Connectivity optionsModem Network Universal Serial BusPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Upgrade options Memory upgradeInstalling memory English Using system utilities Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook ManagerLaunch Manager Bios Utility Navigating the Bios UtilityInformation Parameter DescriptionVGA Bios MainTable below describes the parameters in the screen Advanced Primary Master Secondary Master Device Configuration PCI IRQ Routing Security Boot Setting the Boot drive sequenceExit This menu contains the exit optionsComputer Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerFloppy drive cannot access a diskette CD or DVD drive cannot access a discKeyboard does not respond Serial mouse does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Printer does not workRequesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call English Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoWeight and dimensions PowerPorts EnvironmentOptions English 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 TBREnglish Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statementYear 2000 compliance statement LCD pixel statementTick notice Regulatory information for 802.11b WlanRegulatory Information Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation English Index Euro ===NT, ===NUCD ===SN DVD ===SNUsing ===OM-===ON Index
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