Acer 8471G manual Expanding through options, Connectivity options

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Expanding through options

Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.

Connectivity options

Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the following section.

Fax/data modem (only for certain models)

Your computer has a built-in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem. (only for certain models)

Warning! This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem.

To use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack.

Warning! Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working.

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Contents Generic User Guide TravelMate SeriesPage Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Guidelines for safe battery usageReplacing the battery pack Operating environment Telephone line safetyVehicles Medical devicesEmergency calls Potentially explosive environmentsDisposal instructions Tips and information for comfortable useMercury advisory Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneXii Developing good work habitsFirst things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Xvi Contents Securing your computer Troubleshooting Touchpad Touchpad basics with fingerprint readerFunction Left Right Main touchpad Center button Button Function Left button Right Main touchpad Button Touchpad basics with two-click buttonsDesired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Using the keyboardLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key DescriptionKeyDescription Windows keysVideo AudioAcer PureZone only for certain models Display only for certain modelsEnglish Acer Bio-Protection only for certain models Using the system utilitiesAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Acer Backup Manager Acer PowerSmart key Power managementAcer eRecovery Management Click on Start All Programs Acer Acer eRecovery Management Burn backup discsRestore Restore Windows from backup discs English Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimising battery life Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningTaking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to meetingsWhat to take with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem only for certain models Universal Serial Bus USB Built-in network featureHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface only for certain models Ieee 1394 port only for certain modelsExpressCard only for certain models Inserting an ExpressCardEjecting an ExpressCard Installing memory Boot sequence Bios utilityEnable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenNo audio is heard from the computer Printer does not work Keyboard does not respondEnglish Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action FCC statement Regulations and safety noticesModem notices only for certain models Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensCompliant with Russian regulatory certification TBR English LCD pixel statement FCC RF safety requirementRadio device regulatory notice General Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesEnglish English