Acer 8100 Series manual Important safety instructions

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68	Appendix A Regulation & safety notices

7Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this device. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that calls are answered between 3 and 30 seconds of receipt of ringing.

8This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service.

Important safety instructions

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1Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

2Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

3Do not use this product near water.

4Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

5Slots and openings are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

6This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

7Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord.

8If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.

9Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out

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Contents TravelMate 8100 Series User’s GuidePage 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 Operation conditions Please refer to Frequently-asked questions onContents Page Troubleshooting my computer Page TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Closed front view Programs. See Launch keys onTouchpad basics on page 20 for more details English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications Keyboard and pointing device Weight with batteryAudio PortsOptions/Accessories DimensionsPower EnvironmentIndicators Icon Function DescriptionUsing the keyboard Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Desired action Num Lock on Num Lock offWindows keys Key DescriptionShift+ Hot keys Fn+↑ Hot Icon Function Description Key Fn+F7Fn+F8 Fn+↓Euro symbol English Launch key Default application Launch keysTouchpad Touchpad basicsLeft button Right Main touchpad Centre Function Button Using a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayAdjusting the volume AudioUsing system utilities Acer GridVistaAcer eManager Launch Manager Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your Notebook Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to take to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings What to take with you Special considerationsSetting up a home office Traveling with the computerTraveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youUsing a computer security lock Using the Smart CardSecuring your computer Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecurePlatinumSecure Options Change Password Smart Card ManagerEncrypt/Decrypt Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Built-in network feature Fast InfraredUniversal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 portPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Installing memory Disc to Disc Recovery enable Bios UtilityBoot sequence PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Power management Acer eRecovery Create backupRestore from backup Create factory default image CDRe-install bundled software without CD Change passwordAcer disc-to-disc recovery Multilingual operating system installationRestore without a Recovery CD English English My computer Key link http//global.acer.com Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Printer does not workTroubleshooting tips Error messagesError Messages Corrective Action Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeModem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens TBR List of Applicable Countries For modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008For modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio Device Regulatory Notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 English Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/3/2