Acer 250, 240 manual First things first, Your guides

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First things first

We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of notebook computers your choice for your mobile computing needs. We hope you will be happy with your TravelMate as much as we enjoyed making it for you.

Your guides

To help you use your TravelMate, we have designed a set of guides:

First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get started with setting up your computer.

This User’s guide introduces you to the many ways your computer can help you be more productive. This guide provides clear and concise information about the computer, so read it thoroughly.

If you ever need to print out a copy, this User’s guide is also available in PDF (Portable Document Format). Follow these steps:

1Click on Start, Programs, TravelMate.

2Click on TravelMate User’s guide.

Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, clicking on TravelMate User’s guide will run the Acrobat Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader, access the Help menu.

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Contents TravelMate 240/250 series User’s guide Page Your guides First things firstBasic 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 Customizing my computer Getting to know your TravelMateAppendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayConnectivity Human-centric design and ergonomicsExpansion Icon Function Description IndicatorsIcon Description Indicators in CoverLock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock offKey Description Windows keysHot key Icon Function Description Hot keysEnglish Euro symbol Launch Keys Description Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Ejecting the CD or DVD tray StorageHard disk Optical driveRegion Code Country or Region Playing DVD moviesEjecting a diskette Floppy driveAudio Power management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving aroundTaking 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 internationally with the computer Traveling 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 Universal Serial Bus NetworkPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Memory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory English Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Navigating the Bios Utility Bios UtilityParameter Description InformationMain VGA BiosTable below describes the parameters in the screen Advanced Primary Master Secondary Master Device Configuration PCI IRQ Routing Security Setting the Boot drive sequence BootThis menu contains the exit options ExitComputer Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenSerial mouse does not work Floppy drive cannot access a disketteCD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Keyboard does not respondPrinter does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemRequesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call English Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storageEnvironment Weight and dimensionsPower PortsOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Use conditions FCC noticeTBR Important safety instructionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensEnglish Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statementLCD pixel statement Year 2000 compliance statementTick notice Regulatory information for 802.11b WlanRegulatory Information Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation English Euro ===NT, ===NU IndexDVD ===SN CD ===SNUsing ===OM-===ON Index
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