Acer 260 series manual Setting passwords

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correct entry symbol.

If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the following message or symbol appears.

Slide and hold the power switch for four seconds to shut down the computer. Then turn on the computer again, and try again. If you fail to enter the Hard Disk Password, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center.

Setting passwords

You can set passwords using:

•Notebook Manager

•BIOS Utility

See your online guide for more details.

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Contents TravelMate 220/260 series Page Iii Page Your guides First things firstTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Contents Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Performance FeaturesDisplay MultimediaExpansion Human-centric design and ergonomicsIcon Function Description IndicatorsSpecial keys Using the keyboardLock keys Lock key DescriptionEmbedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock offKeyDescription Windows keysHot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Launch Keys Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Hard disk StorageAcerMedia drive Ejecting the CD or DVD trayRegion Code Country or Region Playing DVD moviesInserting and ejecting a diskette Floppy driveAudio Adjusting the volumePower management Moving around with your TravelMate Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around 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 internationally with the computer Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Getting to know your TravelMate My computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsAcerMedia bay modules Network ModemUniversal Serial Bus Ejecting a PC Card PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Memory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory Launch Manager Using system utilitiesBios Utility My computer Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenCD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Floppy drive cannot access a disketteKeyboard does not respond Serial mouse does not workPrinter does not work Connectors and there is only one PS/2 port on the computerWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Error Messages Corrective Action Error messagesError Messages Corrective Action Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Memory MicroprocessorData storage Display and videoPower Weight and dimensionsPorts EnvironmentOptions Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Use conditions FCC noticeCTR Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Varning Lithium battery statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Year 2000 compliance statementLCD pixel statement Index Types