Acer 650 Series manual Features, Performance, Display, Multimedia

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Features

Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:

Performance

•Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor-M with 512 KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ technology

•Memory expandable up to 1 GB

•Internal removable optical drive (AcerMedia bay)

•High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

•Li-Ion main battery pack

•Power management system with ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface)

•Smart Card interface with pre-boot authentication system for added security

Display

•Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display (LCD) displaying 32- bit high color up to 1024 x 768 eXtended Graphics Array (XGA) resolution for 14.1”/15” and 1400 x 1050 Super eXtended Graphics Array + (SXGA+) resolution for some 15” models. (specification varies depending on the model)

•3D capabilities

•Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support

•S-video for output to a television or display device that supports S- video input

•"Automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power

•Dual display capability

Multimedia

•16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio

•Built-in dual speakers

•Built-in microphone

•High-speed optical drive (AcerMedia bay)

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Contents User’s guide TravelMate 650 seriesPage Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter Page Contents Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page Front open view TravelMate tourDescription Front view Description Left view PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card Right viewRear view Bottom view Description Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description IndicatorsBattery Lights orange when the battery is charging Lock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock offHot keys Windows keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Page Launch Keys Launch key Default applicationMail Detection Page Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Hard disk StorageAcerMedia bay Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Region code Country or region DVD movie will automatically play after a few secondsAudio Adjusting the volumePower management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving aroundWhat 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 internationally with the computer Traveling with the computerWhat to bring with you Using the Smart Card Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecure PlatinumSecure Options Smart Card Manager Change PasswordEncrypt/Decrypt Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Setting passwords Entering passwordsGetting to know your TravelMate Computer Page Fax/data modem Built-in network featureExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFast infrared Universal Serial Bus PC Card slot Ieee 1394 portEjecting a PC Card Inserting a PC CardPort expansion devices Upgrade optionsMemory upgrade Installing memoryPage Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Bios UtilityTroubleshooting my Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenPrinter does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Infrared port does not workTroubleshooting tips Error Messages Corrective Action Error messagesInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storagePorts Weight and dimensionsEnvironment System PowerOptions Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Use conditions FCC noticeRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesImportant safety instructions Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Lithium battery statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Tick notice Index Installing Upgrading Warranty Windows keys International Traveler’s Warran