Acer 280 Series, 230 Series manual Rear view

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6		1 Getting to know your TravelMate

#	Item	Description

3	LED indicator	Lights up when the optical drive is active.

4	Emergency eject slot	Ejects the optical drive tray when the
		computer is turned off. See page 62 for
		more details.

5	Eject button	Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive.

6	Security keylock	Connects to a Kensington-compatible
		computer security lock.

Rear view

#	Item										Description

1	Power jack										Connects to an AC adapter.



2	Parallel port										Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel
											printer).







3	USB ports (2)										Connect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
											devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).

4	Modem jack	Connects to a phone line.

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Contents TravelMate 230/280 series Page 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 AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Page Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Memory Houses the computers main memory Compartment Display FeaturesPerformance MultimediaHuman-centric design and ergonomics ExpansionIndicators Icon Function DescriptionUnderstanding the icons No. DescriptionLock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadKey Description Windows keysHot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Launch Keys Description Default application Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Optical drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the CD or DVD trayPlaying DVD movies Region Code Country or RegionFloppy drive Ejecting a disketteAdjusting the volume AudioPower management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate 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 lockSetting a password Setting passwords Removing a passwordChanging a password Getting to know your TravelMate My computer Page Modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Network Universal Serial Bus Ejecting a PC Card PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Upgrade options Memory upgradeInstalling memory Page Using system utilities Launch ManagerBios Utility Navigating the Bios Utility Information Parameter DescriptionMain LAN Advanced Primary Master Secondary Master Device Configuration PCI IRQ Routing Security Boot Setting the Boot drive sequenceExit This menu contains the exit optionsCustomizing my computer My computer Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerKeyboard does not respond Floppy drive cannot access a disketteCD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Serial mouse does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionSetup to reconfigure the system Device Error Messages Corrective Action Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and videoPorts Weight and dimensionsPower EnvironmentOptions Appendix a Specifications 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 VarningMacrovision copyright protection notice Year 2000 compliance statementLCD pixel statement Tick noticeIndex CD-ROM ===SO