Acer 8471G Disposal instructions, Tips and information for comfortable use, Mercury advisory

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Disposal instructions

Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit

http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/ sustainability01.htm

Mercury advisory

For bulb-inside projectors or electronic products containing an non- LED-backlit-LCD/CRT monito or display: Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal information,

check www.lamprecycle.org.

ENERGY STAR

Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark.

What is ENERGY STAR?

Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Acer is committed to offer products and services worldwide that help customers save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment. The more energy we can save through higher energy efficiency, the more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of climate change. More information refers to http:// www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement

Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products:

Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates.

Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after 15 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively.

Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse.

Computers will save more than 80% energy at "sleep" mode.

ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks

Tips and information for comfortable use

Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress,

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Contents TravelMate Series Generic User GuidePage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Guidelines for safe battery usage Product servicingReplacing the battery pack Telephone line safety Operating environmentMedical devices VehiclesPotentially explosive environments Emergency callsTips and information for comfortable use Disposal instructionsMercury advisory Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your visionDeveloping good work habits XiiYour guides Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Xvi Contents Securing your computer Troubleshooting Touchpad basics with fingerprint reader TouchpadFunction Left Right Main touchpad Center button Button Touchpad basics with two-click buttons Function Left button Right Main touchpad ButtonLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardDesired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Lock key DescriptionWindows keys KeyDescriptionAcer PureZone only for certain models AudioVideo Display only for certain modelsEnglish Using the system utilities Acer Bio-Protection only for certain modelsAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Acer Backup Manager Power management Acer PowerSmart keyAcer eRecovery Management Burn backup discs Click on Start All Programs Acer Acer eRecovery ManagementRestore Restore Windows from backup discs English Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimising battery life Battery-low warning Situation Recommended ActionMoving around Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Preparing the computerWhat to bring to meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take with you Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youUsing passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwordsConnectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem only for certain models Built-in network feature Universal Serial Bus USBIeee 1394 port only for certain models High-Definition Multimedia Interface only for certain modelsInserting an ExpressCard ExpressCard only for certain modelsEjecting an ExpressCard Installing memory Enable disk-to-disk recovery Bios utilityBoot sequence PasswordPlaying DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respond Printer does not workEnglish International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Error messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action Regulations and safety notices FCC statementRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem notices only for certain modelsCompliant with Russian regulatory certification TBR English Radio device regulatory notice General FCC RF safety requirementLCD pixel statement Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesEnglish English