Acer 740 Series manual

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TravelMate 740 series User’s guide

Original Issue: July 2001

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Contents TravelMate 740 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 Description TravelMate tourFront view Left view Right view Rear view Description Bottom view Display FeaturesPerformance MultimediaExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics Indicators Icon Function DescriptionLock 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 PanelFor more information Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons AcerMedia drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the optical drive trayRegion code Country or region Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Adjusting 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 computerSpecial considerations Using the fingerprint recognition sensor Securing your computerUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsEntering passwords Setting passwords My computer Page Fax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Fast infraredUniversal Serial Bus PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardInstalling memory Upgrade optionsMemory upgrade Customizing my computer Using system utilities Bios UtilityCustomizing my computer My computer Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Keyboard does not respondSerial mouse does not work Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Troubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionError Messages Corrective Action Before 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 videoBattery pack Weight and dimensionsTemperature Humidity non-condensingAC adapter OptionsAppendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsCTR Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement VarningYear 2000 compliance statement Index Srmrhmgexsv Qiqsv Evverx