Acer Aspire 2000 manual Taking care of your computer, Taking care of your AC adapter

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Note: If you are unable to shut down the computer in the usual way, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds. You should then wait at least two seconds before turning the computer on again.

Taking care of your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator.

Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0°C (32°F), or above 50°C (122°F).

Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields.

Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.

Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.

Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.

Do not place objects on top of the computer.

Do not slam the lid shut. Close the computer gently.

Do not place the computer on unstable or uneven surfaces.

Taking care of your AC adapter

It is important that you look after your AC adapter.

Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on it. Route the power cord away from areas where people might walk on it or trip over it.

Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting from the mains power socket. Grasp and pull the plug instead.

The total ampere ratings of equipment plugged into a power strip should not exceed the ampere rating for that power strip.

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Contents Acer Aspire 2000 series User’s guidePage 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 adapterTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingEnglish Contents Moving with your computer Peripherals and optionsSoftware Troubleshooting Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index 101English Your computer Page Tour of your computer Open viewGetting familiar with your computer Front view Top view Left view Right view Rear view English Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay Indicators Icon Description Scroll Lock activity Keyboard Special keys Lock keysEmbedded keypad English Windows keys Hot keys Euro key Touchpad Touchpad basicsEnglish Launch keys Storage Ejecting the optical disc Connectivity options Ethernet and LANFax/data modem Audio Media Control Button Securing your computer PasswordsSecurity slot English Battery power Page Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsInstalling and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimizing battery life Battery-low warning Power management English Options Page External display devices External input devicesExternal keyboard External keypadUSB devices Ieee 1394 Port Printer Audio devicesExpansion devices PC CardEnglish Miscellaneous options Battery packAC adapter Memory upgrade Key component upgradesInstalling memory English Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetingsWhat to bring with you Taking the computer homeSpecial considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer What to take with youTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page System software Launch ManagerWindows Arcade Aspire ArcadeInstant-on Arcade Lbios Setup Utility English Troubleshooting Page Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenMy external microphone does not work Printer does not work English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Options English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Use conditionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensImportant safety instructions Telecommunications noticesLaser compliance statement Lithium battery statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Regulatory Information Canada Industry Canada ICEurope EU Declaration of Conformity USA Federal Communications Commission FCCEnglish English English Belgium 35 GHz English English English Aube Manche Yvelines Aude English English English English Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation Index 102