Acer 3040 Series, 3030 Series manual Taking care of your computer, Taking care of your AC adapter

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To turn the power off, do any of the following:

•Use the Windows shutdown command

Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off.

•Use the power button

You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>.

Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.

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 ºC (32 ºF) or above 50 ºC (122 ºF).

•Do not subject 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.

•Never place objects on top of the computer.

•Do not slam the computer display when you close it.

•Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.

Taking care of your AC adapter

Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:

•Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

•Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic.

•When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug.

•The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.

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Contents TravelMate 3040/3030 Series Users GuideCopyright 2006. Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate 3040/3030 Series Users Guide Original Issue 09/2006TravelMate 3040/3030 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchaseSafety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning CAUTION for plug as disconnecting deviceUsing electrical power Telephone line safety Replacing the battery packProduct servicing 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 computerClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packplease refer to Frequently asked questions on page Contents Adjusting the volume Using a computer security lockChanging the Acer OrbiCam settings Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcamInstalling memory Built-in network featureBIOS utility Boot sequencePage Empowering Technology password Acer Empowering TechnologyEmpowering Technology Acer eNet Management Empowering Technology DC mode Battery mode Acer ePower ManagementTo create a new power profile AC mode Adapter modeBattery status Empowering Technology Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management For more information, please refer to Acer eRecovery Management on page 64 in the AcerSystem Users Guide Acer eSettings Management also Acer eSettings ManagementProvides a simple graphical user interface for navigation Acer ePerformance Management Front view Your Acer notebook tourEnglish Closed front view Left view Rear view Right viewConnects to Acer ezDock Base viewSpecifications English English English Icon IndicatorsEasy-launch buttons Touchpad basics TouchpadRight Left buttonMain touchpad CenterLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardHotkeys Windows keysDecreases the screen brightness Launches Acer eSettings in AcerSpecial keys The Euro symbolThe US dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumeGetting to know your Acer OrbiCam Acer OrbiCamRotating the Acer OrbiCam Resolution Changing the Acer OrbiCam settingsLaunching the Acer OrbiCam Options Camera SettingsBasic settings Capturing photos/videos Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcamCapture settings Pictures and My Videos folderEnabling the Acer VisageON Using the face tracking feature Using video effects selected models only Acer GraviSense Using Acer GraviSenseProtecting the HDD From the Start menu, go to Start All Programs Acer GraviSenseAnti-Theft 1 Alt + Tab 2 Ctrl + Shift + Esc 3 Ctrl + Alt + Del 4 Windows keys Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilitiesLaunch Manager Scanning your system Norton Internet SecurityI turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screenNo audio is heard from the computer I want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the powerThe keyboard does not respond The infrared port does not work1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel I want to set up my location to use the internal modem2 Double-click on Phone and Modem Options International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Taking 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 passwordsConnectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Fast Infrared FIR Built-in network featureIEEE 1394 port Universal Serial Bus USBInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Boot sequence BIOS utilityInstalling memory Password Enable disk-to-disk recoveryUsing software Playing DVD moviesPower management Create backup Acer eRecovery ManagementCreate factory default image CD Restore from backupChange password Re-install bundled software without CDError messages Troubleshooting tipsTroubleshooting English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesNotice Shielded cables Notice Peripheral devicesNotice Canadian users Modem noticesRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesNotice for Australia List of applicable countriesNotice for New Zealand LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice U.S Patent Nos. 4,631,603 4,819,098 4,907,093 5,315,448 and 6,516,132General Radio device regulatory noticeEuropean Union EU EN301 511 V9.0.22003 Applied to models with 3G function wireless mouse/keyboardEN301 908-1 V2.2.12003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908-2 V2.2.12003 Applied to models with 3G functionThe FCC RF safety requirement Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices RSS-210 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity EN60950-12001 EN600652002 applied to models with TV function We Acer Computer Shanghai LimitedLCD panel ergonomic specifications Index English