Acer 370 series manual Contents

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First things first	iii
Your guides	iii
Basic care and tips for using your computer	iv

1 Getting to know your TravelMate	1
A TravelMate tour	3
Front open view	3
Front view	5
Left view	6
Right view	7
Rear view	8
Bottom view	9
Features	10
Indicators	12
Using the keyboard	14
Special keys	14
Launch Keys	21
Touchpad	22
Touchpad basics	22
Storage	24
Hard disk	24
IEEE 1394 Optical drive	24
Using software	25
Audio	26
Adjusting the volume	26
Power management	27
Moving around with your TravelMate	28
Disconnecting from the desktop	28
Moving around	28
Taking the computer home	29
Traveling with the computer	31
Traveling internationally with the computer	31
Securing your computer	33
Using a computer security lock	33
Using passwords	33

2 Customizing my computer	35
Expanding through options	37
Connectivity options	37
Upgrade options	42
Using system utilities	44
Notebook Manager	44
Launch Manager	45

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Contents User’s guide TravelMate 370 seriesPage Your guides First things firstTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Contents Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page Front open view TravelMate tourDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Front view Modem port Connects to a phone line Left viewHouses the computer’s hard disk Right viewRear view Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Indicators Icon Function Description Lock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock offKey Description Windows keysHot key Icon Function Description Keyboard Hot keysEnglish Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Euro symbolEnglish Launch Keys Launch key Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Ejecting the Ieee 1394 optical CD or DVD drive tray StorageHard disk Ieee 1394 Optical drivePlaying DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Audio Adjusting the volumePower management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving aroundWhat to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsComputer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Fast infrared Built-in network featureUniversal Serial Bus PC Card slot Ieee 1394 portEjecting a PC Card Inserting a PC CardMemory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory Click on Start, All Programs, then Notebook Manager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Bios UtilityDisk to Disk Recovery Troubleshooting my Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsImage is not full-screen Keyboard does not respond No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemTroubleshooting tips Error Messages Corrective Action Error messagesInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name English Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storagePorts Weight and dimensionsEnvironment System PowerOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Use conditions FCC noticeRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesTBR Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Varning Lithium battery statementRegulatory Information LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Tick noticeExposure to Radio Frequency Radiation Canada Industry Canada ICEurope EU Declaration of Conformity USA Federal Communications Commission FCCEnglish Index Types