Acer 6492G, 6492 Series manual Acer eLock Management

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Empowering Technology

Acer eLock Management

Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage, optical and floppy drive devices to ensure that data can't be stolen while your system is unattended.

•Removable Storage Devices — includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any other removable storage devices that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system.

•Optical Drive Devices — includes any kind of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, HD-DVD or Blu-ray drive devices.

•Floppy Drive Devices — 3.5-inch floppy drives only.

To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices types. Lock(s) will immediately be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain after rebooting, until removed.

Note: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your system. Make sure to remember or write down your password.

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Contents TravelMate 6492 Series Users GuidePage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Guidelines for safe battery usage Product servicingReplacing the battery pack Potentially explosive environmentsAdditional safety information Telephone line safetyOperating environment Medical devicesVehicles Potentially explosive environmentsEmergency calls Disposal instructions Mercury advisoryTips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your visionDeveloping good work habits Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Xvi Contents Using the system utilities Frequently asked questionsBattery pack Taking your notebook PC with youPower management Acer eRecovery Management TroubleshootingRegulations and safety notices IndexPage Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology passwordAcer eNet Management Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Using power plansTo create a new power plan To switch between power plansTo delete a power plan Battery statusAcer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Windows Mobility Center Front view Your Acer notebook tourDescription See FineTrack basics on page 26 for more details See Indicators on page 24 for more detailsSee Easy-launch buttons on page 25 for more Closed front view Icon DescriptionLeft view # Icon DescriptionRear view Right viewIcon Item Description Base view Specifications PlatformDimensions Interface Options Indicators Function DescriptionEasy-launch button Default application Easy-launch buttonsFineTrack basics FineTrack and FineTrack buttonsFunction Left button Right button Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Using the keyboard Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock offLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key DescriptionWindows keys KeyDescriptionHotkeys Hotkey Icon Function DescriptionSpecial keys Euro symbolUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Adjusting the volume AudioUsing the system utilities Acer TPM-based Bio-Protection for selected modelsAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager How do I check for viruses? Norton Internet SecuritySelect Tasks & Scans Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respondInfrared 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 Battery-low warning Situation Recommended ActionDisconnecting from the desktop Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II/II+Taking your notebook PC with you Moving aroundTaking the computer home What to bring to meetingsSetting up a home office Traveling with the computerWhat to take with you Special considerationsTraveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youSpecial considerations Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast Infrared FIRUniversal Serial Bus USB Ieee 1394 portInstalling memory PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardUsing software Playing DVD moviesPower management Region code Country or regionAcer eRecovery Management Create backupBurn backup disc Restore and recoveryError 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 TBR List of applicable countriesEnglish LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Article 3.1a Health and Safety Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU Article 3.1b EMCEnglish FCC RF safety requirement English Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity LC1Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Acer Computer Shanghai LimitedLCD panel ergonomic specifications Index CD-ROMEnglish