Acer 740 Series manual Moving around with your TravelMate, Disconnecting from the desktop

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1 Getting to know your TravelMate

Moving around with your TravelMate

This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.

Disconnecting from the desktop

Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories:

1Save your work in progress.

2Remove any media, diskette or compact disc, from the drive(s).

3Shut down the computer.

4Close the display cover.

5Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter.

6Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices.

7Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer.

Moving around

“when you are just moving within short distances, for example, from your office desk to a meeting room”

Preparing the computer

Before moving the computer, close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode. You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building. To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open the display.

If you are taking the computer to a client's office or a different building, you may choose to shut down the computer:

1Click on Start, Shut Down....

2Select Shut down and click on OK. - or -

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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 Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics Indicators Icon Function DescriptionUsing the keyboard Special keysLock 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 Storage Hard diskAcerMedia drive Ejecting the optical drive trayRegion code Country or region Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Adjusting the volume AudioPower management Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around 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 computerKeyboard does not respond Serial mouse does not workInfrared port 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 Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoWeight and dimensions TemperatureBattery pack 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