Acer 6000 Series manual Power. I cannot eject the optical drive tray, Keyboard does not respond

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power. I cannot eject the optical drive tray.

There is a mechanical eject button on the optical drive. Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and push to eject the tray.

The keyboard does not respond.

Try attaching an external keyboard to the USB 2.0 connector on the rear of the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose.

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 meter 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

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Contents User’s Guide TravelMate 6000 seriesPage Your guides First things firstTaking care of your computer Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and off Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing English Contents Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computerYour TravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront open view Front view English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view English Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics Icon Function Description IndicatorsEnglish Lock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock offKey Windows keysHot key Icon Function Description Hot keysEnglish Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Euro symbolEnglish Launch Keys Launch key Default applicationMail Detection Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons AcerMedia bay StorageHard disk Playing DVD movies Using softwareEjecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Region code Country or region DVD movie will automatically play after a few secondsAudio Adjusting the volumeDVI-Integrated DVI-I DVIDigital Visual InterfaceDVI-Digital DVI-D Power management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving aroundWhat 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 internationally with the computer Traveling 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 Entering passwords Using passwordsSetting passwords Computer Page Fax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Fast infrared Built-in network featureUniversal Serial Bus PC Card slot Ieee 1394 portEjecting a PC Card Inserting a PC CardPort expansion devices Memory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Bios UtilityEnglish My computer Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsWant to eject the optical drive tray without turning on Image is not full-screenNo audio is heard from the computer Printer does not work Power. I cannot eject the optical drive trayKeyboard does not respond Infrared port does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Troubleshooting tips Error Messages Corrective Action Error messagesBefore you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW English Specification Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storageEnvironment Weight and dimensionsKeyboard and pointing device PortsOptions PowerSystem English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Use conditions FCC noticeRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesTick notice Telecommunications noticesTBR Declaration of Conformity List of Applicable CountriesImportant safety instructions Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Lithium battery statementEuropean Union EU Macrovision copyright protection noticeRegulatory Notice General USA Federal Communications Commission FCC Canada Industry Canada ICEnglish English 2004/2/26 English Index Upgrading Warranty Windows keys International Traveler’s Warran