Acer 280 Series, 230 Series manual Troubleshooting my computer

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If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer, write them down as they appear on the screen (or the number and sequence in the case of beeps).

You are required to provide the following information:

Name:________________________________________

Address:______________________________________

______________________________________________

Telephone number:____________________________

Machine and model type:_______________________

Serial number:_________________________________

Date of purchase:______________________________

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Contents TravelMate 230/280 series Page First things first Your guidesBasic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingTaking care of your AC adapter Page Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front viewDescription 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 keypadWindows keys Hot keysKey Description 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 computerTaking the computer home What to bring to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings Setting up a home office What to bring with youSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Using a computer security lock Setting a passwordSecuring your computer Removing a password Changing a passwordSetting passwords Getting to know your TravelMate My computer Page Expanding through options Connectivity optionsModem Network Universal Serial Bus PC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting 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 Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call 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 conditionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensTBR Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement VarningMacrovision copyright protection notice Year 2000 compliance statementLCD pixel statement Tick noticeIndex CD-ROM ===SO

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