Acer 240, 250 manual Traveling with the computer, Traveling internationally with the computer

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1 Getting to know your TravelMate

Traveling with the computer

“when you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client’s office building or traveling locally”

Preparing the computer

Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when bringing it into the gate area.

What to bring with you

Bring the following items with you:

AC adapter

Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s)

Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer

Special considerations

In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling:

Always take the computer as carry-on luggage.

If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Airport security X-ray machines are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector.

Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand-held metal detectors.

Traveling internationally with the computer

“when you are moving from country to country”

Preparing the computer

Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.

What to bring with you

Bring the following items with you:

AC adapter

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Contents TravelMate 240/250 series User’s guide Page First things first Your guidesTaking care of your computer Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and off Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing English Getting to know your TravelMate Customizing my computerTroubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront view Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Display FeaturesPerformance MultimediaExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics Indicators Icon Function DescriptionIndicators in Cover Icon DescriptionLock keys Using the keyboardSpecial 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 Optical drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the CD or DVD trayPlaying DVD movies Region Code Country or RegionFloppy drive Ejecting a disketteAudio Power management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computerWhat to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to short meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Securing your computer Using a computer security lockSetting a password Setting passwords Removing a passwordChanging a password English Computer Page Modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Network Universal Serial BusEjecting a PC Card PC Card slotInserting 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 computerKeyboard does not respond Floppy drive cannot access a disketteCD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Serial mouse does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Printer does not workBefore you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW English Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and videoPorts Weight and dimensionsPower EnvironmentOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructionsModem notices TBREnglish Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statementYear 2000 compliance statement LCD pixel statementRegulatory Information Tick noticeRegulatory information for 802.11b Wlan Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation English Index Euro ===NT, ===NUCD ===SN DVD ===SNUsing ===OM-===ON Index
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