Acer 8100 Series manual Installing memory

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2Left-click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation.

3Press the slot eject button to pop out the eject button; then press it again to eject the card.

Installing memory

Follow these steps to install memory:

1Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adaptor (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base.

2Remove the screws from the memory cover; then lift up and remove the memory cover.

3(a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into place.

4Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw.

5Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adaptor.

6Turn on the computer.

The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer.

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Contents User’s Guide TravelMate 8100 SeriesPage Your guides First things firstTaking 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 Please refer to Frequently-asked questions on Operation conditionsContents Page Troubleshooting my computer Page Description TravelMate tourFront view Touchpad basics on page 20 for more details Closed front viewPrograms. See Launch keys on English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications Audio Weight with batteryKeyboard and pointing device PortsPower DimensionsOptions/Accessories EnvironmentIcon Function Description IndicatorsLock keys Using the keyboardDesired action Num Lock on Num Lock off Embedded numeric keypadShift+ Windows keysKey Description Hot keys Fn+F8 Hot Icon Function Description Key Fn+F7Fn+↑ Fn+↓Euro symbol English Launch keys Launch key Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadLeft button Right Main touchpad Centre Function Button Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumeAcer GridVista Using system utilitiesAcer eManager Launch Manager Moving around with your Notebook Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take to short meetings Special considerations What to take with youTraveling with the computer Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerSecuring your computer Using a computer security lockUsing the Smart Card Running PlatinumSecure Registering your Smart CardPlatinumSecure Options Encrypt/Decrypt Change PasswordSmart Card Manager Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Setting passwords Entering passwordsFax/Data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Fast Infrared Built-in network featureIeee 1394 port Universal Serial BusEjecting a PC Card PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Installing memory Boot sequence Bios UtilityDisc to Disc Recovery enable PasswordRegion code Country or region Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Power management Create backup Acer eRecoveryCreate factory default image CD Restore from backupChange password Re-install bundled software without CDRestore without a Recovery CD Acer disc-to-disc recoveryMultilingual operating system installation English English My computer Key link http//global.acer.com Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenKeyboard does not respond Want to set up my location to use the internal modemInfrared port does not work Printer does not workError Messages Corrective Action Troubleshooting tipsError messages International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesOperation conditions TBR For modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 List of Applicable CountriesFor modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions English Macrovision copyright protection notice Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement European Union EU Radio Device Regulatory Notice GeneralFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 English Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/3/2