Acer Aspire One AOD250 manual Traveling with the computer, Special considerations

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Special considerations

Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:

Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you.

If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you, leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat.

Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation. Allow the computer to return to room temperature, and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change is greater than 10 °C (18 °F), allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature.

Setting up a home office

If you frequently work on your computer at home, you may want to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home. With a second AC adapter, you can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home.

If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time, you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse.

Traveling with the computer

When you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client's office building or traveling locally.

Preparing the computer

Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area.

What to take with you

Take the following items with you:

AC adapter

Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s)

Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer

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Contents User Guide Aspire one SeriesPage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Guidelines for safe battery usageReplacing the battery pack Telephone line safety Operating environment Additional safety informationMedical devices Potentially explosive environments VehiclesEmergency calls Mercury advisory Disposal instructionsTips and information for comfortable use Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneDeveloping good work habits First things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Xvi Contents Securing your computer Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery ManagementLaunching Acer eRecovery Management Function Description IndicatorsTouchpad basics with two-click buttons TouchpadFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Button Using a computer security lock Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Using the keyboardLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key DescriptionKeyDescription Windows keysApplication KeyHotkey Icon Function Description HotkeysSpecial keys only for certain models Euro symbolUS dollar sign Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Printer does not work Keyboard does not respondInternational 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 Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningTaking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving 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 What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsExpanding through options Built-in network featureConnectivity options Boot sequence Bios utilityEnable disk-to-disk recovery Universal Serial Bus USBPassword Power managementError messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesOperation conditions Radio device regulatory notice General LCD pixel statementRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesEuropean Union EU FCC RF safety requirementList of applicable countries English LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index