Acer 650 Series manual Power management

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30	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

Power management

This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy.

This computer employs a power management scheme that supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface), which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows handles all power-saving chores for your computer.

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Contents TravelMate 650 series User’s guidePage Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Page Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront open view Front view Description Left view Right view PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC CardRear view Bottom view Description Display FeaturesPerformance MultimediaExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics Indicators Icon Function DescriptionBattery Lights orange when the battery is charging Lock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadKey Description Windows keysHot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Page Mail Detection Launch key Default applicationLaunch Keys Page Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons AcerMedia bay StorageHard disk Playing DVD movies Using software Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds Region code Country or regionAdjusting the volume AudioPower management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computerWhat to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to short meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerWhat to bring with you Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing the Smart Card Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecure PlatinumSecure Options Encrypt/Decrypt Change PasswordSmart Card Manager Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsGetting to know your TravelMate Computer Page Connectivity options Built-in network featureExpanding through options Fax/data modemFast infrared Universal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardInstalling memory Upgrade optionsMemory upgrade Port expansion devicesPage Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Using system utilities Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook ManagerBios Utility Launch ManagerTroubleshooting my Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Printer does not workTroubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionBefore you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW You are required to provide the following information Name Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and videoEnvironment Weight and dimensionsPorts Options PowerSystem Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensImportant safety instructions Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Lithium battery statementLCD pixel statement Tick notice Index Installing Upgrading Warranty Windows keys International Traveler’s Warran