Acer 3640 manual Special Key, Euro symbol

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Hot Key

Icon

Function

Description

 

 

 

 

Fn-z

 

Brightness down

Decreases the screen brightness

 

 

 

 

Special Key

You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. To type:

Aspire 3640:

TravelMate 2440:

The Euro symbol

1.Open a text editor or word processor.

2.Either directly press the <Euro> symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr> and then press the<5> symbol at the upper-center of the keyboard.

The US dollar sign

1.Open a text editor or word processor.

2.Either directly press the <Dollar> key at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Shift> and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.

NOTE: This function varies by the operating system version.

NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.

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Contents Aspire 3640/TravelMate 2440 Series Service Guide Revision History Copyright DisclaimerConventions Screen MessagesPreface Page Table of Contents Jumper and Connector Locations Chpater 4 TroubleshootingFRU Field Replaceable Unit List Features System SpecificationsChapter Ports System Block Diagram SA-0214Board Layout Top ViewBottom View Jumper Settings/Clear Bios Password Procedures Your Acer Notebook tour Aspire 3640 front ViewTravelMate 2440 front view Icon DescriptionClosed Front View Left View Right ViewIcon PC Card slot Accepts on Type II PC CardRear Panel Bottom PanelIndicators Aspire TravelMateAspire Easy-Launch ButtonsIcon Function Description Launch key Default application Touchpad BasicsTravelMate Page Using the Keyboard Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock OffLock Keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock Key DescriptionHot Keys Windows KeysKey Icon Description External monitor if connected and both Euro symbol Special KeyEmpowering Technology password Acer Empowering TechnologyAcer ePower Management Chapter Acer ePresentation Management Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Acer ePerformance Management Acer OrbiCam Rotating the Acer Orbicam Rubber grip selected models onlyChapter Capturing photos or videos Using the System Utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatibleLaunch Manager Hardware Specifications and Configurations ProcessorCPU Fan True Value Table Second Level CacheMemory Combinations LAN InterfaceModem Interface Wireless Module 802.11b/g optional deviceHard Disk Drive Interface Combo Drive Interface DVD-Super Multi InterfaceFor Hdls GCC-4244N For Philips SB5265Audio Interface Video InterfaceFor Hlds GMA-4082N For Pioneer DVR-K16RAVideo Memory USB PortPcmcia Port System Board Major ChipsKeyboard BatteryLCD 14.1 inch LCD Inverter System Power ManagementAC Adaptor Chapter System Utilities Bios Setup Utility Main Security Boot ExitNavigating the Bios Utility Information Parameter DescriptionMain System TimeParameter Description Format/Option Boot Exit SecurityClear or Set Setting a PasswordParameter Description Option Removing a Password Changing a PasswordPage Boot +Hard DriveInformation Main Security Boot ExitBios Flash Utility Machine Disassembly and Replacement General Information Before You BeginDisassembly Procedure Flowchart HDDScrew List Description Part NumberRemoving the Battery Pack Removing the Memory and the HDD Module Removing the ODD Module Removing the LCD ModuleChapter Page Disassembling the Lower Case Assembly Disassembling the Main UnitPage Disassembling the Upper Case Assembly Page Disassembling the LCD Module with video camera Page Chapter Disassembling the HDD Module Disassembling the External ModulesDisassembling the ODD Module Chapter Troubleshooting Symptoms Verified Go ToSystem Check Procedures External Diskette Drive CheckExternal CD-ROM Drive Check Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device CheckPower System Check Memory checkCheck the Power Adapter Check the Battery Pack Touchpad CheckPower-On Self-Test Post Error Message Index of Error Messages Error Code ListError Message List Error Codes Error MessagesCPU ID No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Phoenix Bios Beep Codes Code Beeps Post Routine DescriptionChapter Code Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message LCD-Related SymptomsIndicator-Related Symptoms Power-Related SymptomsPCMCIA-Related Symptoms Memory-Related SymptomsSpeaker-Related Symptoms Power Management-Related SymptomsKeyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Peripheral-Related SymptomsModem-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Undetermined Problems DimmJumper and Connector Locations Top ViewBottom View Jumper Settings/Clear Bios Password Procedures Chapter FRU Field Replaceable Unit List Aspire 3640/TravelMate 2440 FRU List Aspire 3640/TravelMate 2440 Exploded DiagramCategory Part Name and Description Acer Part No Not contain the black mylar as Image shows Lowercase W/SPEAKER Combo Module Optical Bezel Gbase for Dual HDD 60GB Seagate ST96812A H3M06 Portuga Keyboard 88KEY Darfon NSK AEK0D Danish Keyboard 89KEY Darfon NSK Wireless Antenna LEFT/RIGHT Glare LCD Screw Rubber LCD Chapter 105 106 Chapter
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3640 specifications

The Acer 3640 and MS2180 are two notable examples of Acer's commitment to providing versatile computing solutions. Each model caters to different user needs and preferences, but both stand out in terms of performance and practicality.

The Acer 3640 is a compact and lightweight laptop designed with portability in mind. It features a 14-inch display, which strikes a balance between usability and size, making it ideal for users on the go. One of its defining characteristics is the Intel Core processor, which delivers a robust performance capable of handling everyday tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and multimedia consumption. The device is equipped with integrated graphics, allowing for casual gaming and smooth video playback.

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