Acer 740 Series manual Contents

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First things first	iii
Your guides	iii
Basic care and tips for using your computer	iv

1 Getting to know your TravelMate	1
A TravelMate tour	3
Front view	3
Left view	4
Right view	5
Rear view	6
Bottom view	8
Features	9
Indicators	11
Using the keyboard	12
Special keys	12
Touchpad	18
Touchpad basics	18
Storage	20
Hard disk	20
AcerMedia drive	20
Using software	21
Audio	22
Adjusting the volume	22
Power management	23
Moving around with your TravelMate	24
Disconnecting from the desktop	24
Moving around	24
Taking the computer home	25
Traveling with the computer	27
Traveling internationally with the computer	27
Securing your computer	29
Using the fingerprint recognition sensor	29
Using a computer security lock	30
Using passwords	30

2 Customizing my computer	33
Expanding through options	35
Connectivity options	35
Upgrade options	39
Using system utilities	41
Notebook Manager	41
BIOS Utility	41

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Contents TravelMate 740 series Page Your guides First things first Turning 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