Acer 370 series manual Storage, Hard disk, Ieee 1394 Optical drive

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24	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

Storage

This computer supplies you with the following media storage:

•High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk

•IEEE 1394 Optical (CD, DVD, DVD/CD-RW combo, or DVD-Dual) drive

•USB Floppy drive

Hard disk

The high-capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs. This is where your programs and data are stored.

IEEE 1394 Optical drive

Your computer comes equipped with an optical drive which may be one of the following:

•CD-ROM drive

•DVD-ROM drive

•DVD/CD-RW drive

•DVD-Dual drive

Ejecting the IEEE 1394 optical (CD or DVD) drive tray

To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button.

When the power is off, you can eject the drive tray using the emergency eject hole. See page 50.

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Contents TravelMate 370 series User’s guidePage First things first Your guidesTaking care of your computer Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and off Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of your AC adapterCleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront open view Getting to know your TravelMate Front view Left view Modem port Connects to a phone lineRight view Houses the computer’s hard diskRear view Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics Indicators Icon Function Description Using the keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys Key DescriptionKeyboard Hot keys Hot key Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelEnglish Launch key Default application Launch KeysTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Storage Hard diskIeee 1394 Optical drive Ejecting the Ieee 1394 optical CD or DVD drive trayRegion code Country or region Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Adjusting the volume AudioPower management Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to short meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsComputer Page Fax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Fast infraredUniversal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardUpgrade options Memory upgradeInstalling memory Using system utilities Click on Start, All Programs, then Notebook ManagerBios Utility Launch ManagerDisk to Disk Recovery Troubleshooting my Page Image is not full-screen Frequently-asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Infrared port does not work No audio is heard from the computerKeyboard does not respond Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Printer does not workTroubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionBefore you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW You are required to provide the following information Name English Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoEnvironment Weight and dimensionsPorts Options PowerSystem English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsTBR Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement VarningLCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeTick notice Regulatory InformationCanada Industry Canada IC Europe EU Declaration of ConformityUSA Federal Communications Commission FCC Exposure to Radio Frequency RadiationEnglish Index Types