Acer 540 manual Using system utilities, Launch Manager

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46	2 Customizing my computer

Using system utilities

Notebook Manager

The computer has a built-in system setup program called Notebook Manager. The Windows-based Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords, the startup sequence of the drives, and power management settings. It also shows current hardware configurations.

To start the Notebook Manager, press Fn-F2or follow these steps:

1Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager.

2Select the Notebook Manager application to run the program. Click on Help for more information.

Launch Manager

Launch Manager allows you to set the five launch keys located above the keyboard. See “Launch Keys” on page 20 for the location of the launch keys.

You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.

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Contents TravelMate 540 series User’s guidePage First things first Your guidesBasic 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 Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front viewGetting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view English Bottom view HDDFeatures PerformanceDisplay Human-centric design and ergonomics MultimediaConnectivity ExpansionIndicators Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Using the keyboard Special keysLock keys Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys Key DescriptionHot keys Hot key Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelWireless Communication Button Launch KeysMail Detection Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Scroll Tap Button Optical drive StorageHard Disk Ejecting the optical drive trayUsing software Playing DVD moviesAdjusting the volume AudioPower management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computerTaking 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 with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerWhat to bring with you Using a computer security lock Securing your computerUsing passwords Entering passwordsSetting passwords English Computer Page Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Universal Serial BusIeee 1394 port PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardUpgrade options Connecting to Acer EasyPort replicatorMemory upgrade Installing memoryEnglish Using system utilities Launch ManagerBios Utility English Troubleshooting my Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Keyboard does not respondPrinter does not work Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name English Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and videoPorts Weight and dimensionsKeyboard and pointing device EnvironmentPower SystemOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensTBR Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement VarningTick notice LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Regulatory InformationUSA Federal Communications Commission FCC Canada Industry Canada ICEurope EU Declaration of Conformity Exposure to Radio Frequency RadiationEnglish Index Password