Acer 3280 Series, 3240 Series manual Taking care of your computer, Taking care of your AC adapter

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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 button

You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>.

Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button 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 0 ºC (32 ºF) or above 50 ºC (122 ºF).

•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 or vibration.

•Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.

•Never place objects on top of the computer.

•Do not slam the computer display when you close it.

•Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.

Taking care of your AC adapter

Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:

•Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

•Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic.

•When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug.

•The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.

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Contents Users Guide TravelMate 3290/3280/3240 SeriesPage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Replacing the battery packTelephone line safety Additional safety informationOperating environment Medical devicesPotentially explosive environments VehiclesMercury advisory Emergency calls Disposal instructionsTips and information for comfortable use Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneDeveloping good work habits First things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Using the system utilities Using a computer security lock AudioFrequently asked questions Battery packSecuring your computer Power management Acer eRecovery ManagementExpanding through options Index Regulations and safety noticesEmpowering Technology password Acer Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management Empowering Technology Using power plans Acer ePower ManagementTo create a new power plan To switch between power plansBattery status To delete a power planAcer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Windows Mobility Center Empowering Technology Front view Your Acer notebook tourDescription Icon Description Closed front view# Icon Description Left view NTSC/PAL Right viewIcon Item Description Rear viewBase view Specifications English English English English Acpi English Function Description IndicatorsEasy-launch buttons Easy-launch button Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardKeyDescription Windows keysHotkeys Decreases the screen brightness Special key Euro symbolUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumeAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilitiesLaunch Manager How do I check for viruses? Norton Internet SecuritySelect Tasks & Scans Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsImage is not full-screen Keyboard does not respond No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimising battery life Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningAcer Arcade for selected models Settings Finding and playing contentDisplay Settings Arcade controls Audio SettingsNavigation controls Player controlsVirtual keyboard Background modeCinema Album Slide Show settingsEditing Pictures Playing a video file VideoSnapshot Editing videoMake DVDs MusicAuthoring CD/DVDs File type compatibility Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models VideoMagician Starting Acer Arcade DeluxeDV Wizard DVDivineEnglish Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take with you Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsConnectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Fast Infrared FIR Built-in network featureIeee 1394 port Universal Serial Bus USBInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Inserting an ExpressCard ExpressCardEjecting an ExpressCard Installing memory Boot sequence Bios utilityEnable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordPlaying DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Power management Create backup Acer eRecovery ManagementRestore and recovery Burn backup discEnglish Error messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries List of applicable countries TBREnglish LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General Article 3.1a Health and SafetyEuropean Union EU Article 3.1b EMCEnglish FCC RF safety requirement English Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Acer Computer Shanghai Limited Declaration of Conformity for CE MarkingLCD panel ergonomic specifications CD-ROM IndexEnglish

3280 Series, 3240 Series, 3290 Series specifications

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