Acer 4120 manual Expanding through options, Connectivity options, Fax/data modem

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Expanding through options

Your notebook PC 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, read the following section.

Fax/data modem

Your computer has a built-in V.92 56 Kbps 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.

Warning! Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working.

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Contents Extensa 4420/4120 Series Users GuidePage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Guidelines for safe battery usage Product servicingReplacing the battery pack Potentially explosive environmentsAdditional safety information Telephone line safetyOperating environment Medical devicesVehicles Potentially explosive environmentsEmergency calls Disposal instructions Mercury advisoryTips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your visionDeveloping good work habits Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Xvi Contents Using a computer security lock Audio Acer eRecovery Management Page Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology passwordAcer eNet Management Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Using power plansTo create a new power plan To switch between power plansTo delete a power plan Battery statusAcer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Windows Mobility Center for Windows Vista only Empowering Technology Front view Your Acer notebook tourDescription Easy-launch buttons on page 26 for more details Launch buttons on page 26 for more detailsClosed front view Icon DescriptionLeft view # Icon DescriptionRight view Rear viewBase view Specifications English English English Indicators Icon Function DescriptionIcon Easy-launch button Default application Easy-launch buttonsIcon Productivity key Default application Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left Right Main touchpad Center button Button Using the keyboard Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock offLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key DescriptionWindows keys KeyDescriptionHotkeys Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + ↑ Fn + ↓Fn + → Fn + ←Special keys Euro symbolUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Adjusting the volume AudioUsing the system utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatibleLaunch Manager How do I check for viruses? Norton Internet SecuritySelect Tasks & Scans NTI Shadow Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respondInfrared port does not work Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimising battery life Battery-low warning Situation Recommended ActionDisconnecting from the desktop Taking your notebook PC with youMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take with you Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youUsing passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwordsConnectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast Infrared FIRUniversal Serial Bus USB Ieee 1394 portInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Boot sequence Bios utilityInstalling memory Enable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesAcer eRecovery Management Create backupBurn backup disc Restore and recoveryError messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries TBR List of applicable countriesEnglish LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Article 3.1a Health and Safety Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU Article 3.1b EMCEnglish FCC RF safety requirement English LCD panel ergonomic specifications USA Acer Computer Shanghai Limited EN60950-12001 EN600652002 applied to models with TV functionIndex English