Acer 4650 Series, 4150 Series manual Infrared port does not work

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The infrared port does not work.

Check the following:

Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are facing each other (+/- 15 degrees) a maximum of 1 metre apart.

Make sure there is a clear path between the two infrared ports. Nothing should be blocking the ports.

Make sure you have the appropriate software running on both devices (for file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer).

During the POST, press <F2> to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared port is enabled.

Make sure both devices are IrDA-compliant.

The printer does not work.

Check the following:

Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on.

Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer.

I want to set up my location to use the internal modem.

To properly use your communication software (e.g. HyperTerminal), you need to set up your location:

1Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel.

2Double-click on Modems.

3Click on Dialing Properties and begin setting up your location.

Refer to the Windows manual.

Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to affect the installation of your overall Operating System. After the Operating System is setup, you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup.

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Contents Users Guide TravelMate 4150/4650 SeriesPage Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesTaking care of your AC adaptor Taking care of your computerOperation conditions Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Please refer to Frequently asked questions onContents Securing your computer Moving around with your notebook PCExpanding through options Troubleshooting Power management Acer eRecoveryRegulations and safety notices Front view TravelMate tourDescription Icon Item Description Closed front viewLeft view Programs. See Launch keys on page 10 for# Icon Description Right viewBottom view Rear viewMemory compartment Houses the computers main memory Specifications Connectivity Display and videoAudio Ports Weight with batteryDimensions Keyboard and pointing deviceSystem compliance PowerOptions Icon Function Description IndicatorsLaunch keys Launch key Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardHot keys Windows keysKey Description Acer eManager on Hot key Icon Function DescriptionSee Acer eManager on Special keys Euro symbolUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumeAcer eManager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsImage is not full-screen Infrared port does not work Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call English Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your notebook Moving aroundWhat to bring to long meetings What to take to short meetingsWhat to take with you Taking the computer homeSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsEnglish Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/Data modem Fast Infrared Built-in network featureIeee 1394 port Universal Serial BusInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Installing memory Bios utilityUsing software Boot sequenceDisk to disk recovery enable PasswordRegion code Country or region Power managementCreate backup Acer eRecoveryCreate factory default image CD Restore from backupChange password Re-install bundled software without CDError messages Corrective action TroubleshootingTroubleshooting tips Error messagesEnglish Energy Star Guidelines Compliance Regulations and safety noticesFCC notice Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Operation conditionsTBR Modem noticesFor modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 List of Applicable CountriesFor modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions English LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementRadio Device Regulatory Notice General Macrovision copyright protection noticeEuropean Union EU FCC RF safety requirementEnglish Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Index English