Acer 2430 Series manual

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Special considerations

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Setting up a home office

29

Traveling with the computer

29

Preparing the computer

29

What to take with you

29

Special considerations

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Traveling internationally with the computer

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Preparing the computer

30

What to bring with you

30

Special considerations

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Securing your computer

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Using a computer security lock

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Using passwords

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Entering passwords

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Setting passwords

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Expanding through options

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Connectivity options

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Fax/data modem

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Built-in network feature

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Universal Serial Bus (USB)

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PC Card slot

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Installing memory

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BIOS utility

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Boot sequence

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Enable disk-to-disk recovery

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Password

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Using software

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Playing DVD movies

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Power management

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Acer eRecovery

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Create backup

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Restore from backup

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Create factory default image CD

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Re-install bundled software without CD

40

Change password

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Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting tips

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Error messages

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Regulations and safety notices

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ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance

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FCC notice

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Modem notices

45

Important safety instructions

48

Laser compliance statement

50

LCD pixel statement

50

Macrovision copyright protection notice

50

Radio device regulatory notice

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Contents TravelMate 2430 Series Users GuidePage Disposal instructions Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and offClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Taking care of your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Please refer to Frequently asked questions on Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Contents Page Page Page Description Your Acer notebook tourFront view Closed front view Icon DescriptionLeft view # Icon DescriptionIcon Item Description Right viewRear view Base view Specifications English English Indicators Function DescriptionEasy-launch button Default application Easy-launch buttonsTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Using the keyboard Lock keys and embedded numeric keypadKey Description Windows keysHotkeys Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1 Fn + F2EManager on Fn + F3Euro symbol Special keysUsing a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayAdjusting the volume AudioUsing the system utilities Acer eRecoveryAcer eSettings Acer eManagerAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager Norton AntiVirus Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My ComputerFrequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenNo audio is heard from the computer English Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Disconnecting from the desktop Taking your notebook PC with youMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to take with you Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youSecuring your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsFax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Universal Serial Bus USBInstalling memory PC Card slotBios utility Boot sequenceEnable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesPower management Acer eRecoveryCreate backup Restore from backupCreate factory default image CD Re-install bundled software without CDChange password Error messages Corrective action Troubleshooting tipsError messages English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesEnergy Star guidelines compliance Modem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesTBR List of applicable countriesEnglish Important safety instructions English Macrovision copyright protection notice Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement EN 61000-3-2/-3 Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity ZL6Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Index CD-ROMEnglish