Acer 740 Series manual Expanding through options, Connectivity options, Fax/data modem

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Expanding through options

Your TravelMate offers you a complete mobile computing experience.

Connectivity options

Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, see your online guide for more details.

Fax/data modem

Some models have a built-in V.90 56Kbps AC’97 Link fax/data modem.

Warning! This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem.

To use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack.

Start your communications software program. See your communications manual for instructions.

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Contents TravelMate 740 series Page Your guides First things firstTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packContents Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription Left view Right view Rear view Description Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description IndicatorsLock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock offHot keys Windows keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Euro symbolFor more information Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Ejecting the optical drive tray StorageHard disk AcerMedia drivePlaying DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Audio Adjusting the volumePower management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving aroundWhat 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 internationally with the computer Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations Securing your computer Using the fingerprint recognition sensorUsing passwords Using a computer security lockEntering passwords Setting passwords My computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Fast infrared Built-in network featurePC Card slot Universal Serial BusEjecting a PC Card Inserting a PC CardMemory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory Customizing my computer Bios Utility Using system utilitiesCustomizing my computer My computer Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenPrinter does not work Keyboard does not respondSerial mouse does not work Infrared port does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Troubleshooting tips Error Messages Corrective Action Error messagesError Messages Corrective Action International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storageHumidity non-condensing Weight and dimensionsTemperature Battery packOptions AC adapterAppendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Use conditions FCC noticeRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesCTR Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Varning Lithium battery statementYear 2000 compliance statement Index Srmrhmgexsv Qiqsv Evverx