Acer 630 series Basic care and tips for using your computer, Turning your computer on and off

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An Online guide is your helping hand on-the-go, with easy to access, detailed and linked information about your computer.

To access the online guide:

1Click on Start, Programs, TravelMate.

2Click on TravelMate Online guide.

Lastly, there may be a Read me first sheet along with other documents included with your package which contain important reminders and updates. So, please read through it.

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Basic care and tips for using your computer

Turning your computer on and off

To turn on the computer, simply slide and then release the power switch on the right side of your TravelMate. See “Right view” on page 5 for the location of the power switch.

To turn the power off, do any of the following:

Use the Windows shutdown command

For Windows 2000: Click on Start, Shut Down..., and select Shut down; then click on OK.

- or -

For Windows XP: Click on Start, Turn off Computer; then click Turn Off.

Use the power switch

Note: You can also use the power switch to perform power management functions. See Windows help for more information.

Use the customized functions for power management

You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hot key (Fn-F4). See the online guide for

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Contents TravelMate 630 series Page 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 AC adapterTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingContents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription Left view Right view Rear view Description Bottom view Description Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Indicators Icon Function DescriptionIcon Function Description Using the keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadHot keys Windows keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Launch key Default application Launch KeysEmail checking function Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Hard disk StorageAcerMedia drive Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using softwarePlaying DVD movies DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds Region code Country or regionAdjusting the volume AudioPower management Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computerWhat 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 with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerWhat to bring with you Using the Smart Card Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Page Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecurePlatinumSecure Options Smart Card Manager Change PasswordEncrypt/Decrypt Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast infraredUniversal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardUpgrade options Memory upgradeInstalling memory Port expansion devicesPage Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Using system utilities Launch ManagerLaunch Manager and 802.11b Wireless LAN Bios Utility PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility 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 respondInfrared port does not work Printer does not workTroubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoWeight and dimensions PortsEnvironment SystemPower OptionsAppendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsImportant safety instructions Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens CTRPage Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Year 2000 compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Tick noticeIndex Types