Acer 240, 250 manual Basic care and tips for using your computer, Turning your computer on and off

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Basic care and tips for using your computer

Turning your computer on and off

To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power switch below the LCD screen beside the Launch keys. See “Front view” on page 3 for the location of the power switch.

To turn the power off, do any of the following:

Use the Windows shutdown command

Click on Start, Turn Off Computer; then click on Turn Off.

Use the power switch

Note: You can also use the power switch to perform power management functions. See “Power management” on page 26.

Use the customized functions for power management

You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hot key (Fn-F4). See “Power management” on page 26.

Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power switch for more than four seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.

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 0C (32F) or above 50C (122F).

Do not subject 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 and vibration.

Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.

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Contents TravelMate 240/250 series User’s guide Page First things first Your guidesTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter English Getting to know your TravelMate Customizing my computerTroubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion 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 computerWhat to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Setting a password Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Changing a password Removing a passwordSetting passwords English Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsModem Network Universal Serial BusInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting 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 workInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore 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 statementRegulatory information for 802.11b Wlan Tick noticeRegulatory Information Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation English Index Euro ===NT, ===NUCD ===SN DVD ===SNUsing ===OM-===ON Index
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