Acer Pro Series manual First things first, Product Registration, Your guides, How to Register

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First things first

We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.

Product Registration

When using your computer for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as:

Faster service from our trained representatives

Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys

The latest news from Acer

Hurry and register, as other advantages await you!

How to Register

During the initial startup of your notebook or desktop, a window will invite you to register. Please fill in the mandatory fields and click Next. The second window you'll see contains optional fields that will help us to provide you with a more personable customer service experience.

Another Option

Another way to register your Acer product is to visit our website at http:// registration.acer.com. Choose your country and follow the simple instructions.

After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with important data that you should keep in a safe place.

Your guides

To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides:

First off, the Quick Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer.

The printed Aspire one Pro Series User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in the Aspire one Pro product series. It covers basic topics such as Acer eRecovery Management, using the keyboard, Audio, etc. Please understand that due to its nature, the Generic User Guide as well as the AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below will occasionally refer to functions or features which are only contained in certain models of the series, but not necessarily in the model you purchased. Such instances are marked in the text with language such as "only for certain models".

The printed Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer. For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive, please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide. This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery,

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Contents User Guide Aspire one Pro SeriesPage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Guidelines for safe battery usageOperating environment Replacing the battery packVehicles Medical devicesEmergency calls Potentially explosive environmentsTips and information for comfortable use Disposal instructionsMercury advisory Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneDeveloping good work habits Xii First things first How to RegisterProduct Registration Your guidesTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Taking care of your AC adapterXvi Contents Securing your computer Index Page Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery ManagementLaunching Acer eRecovery Management Icon Function Description IndicatorsTouchpad basics with two-click buttons TouchpadFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Button Using a computer security lock Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Using the keyboardLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key DescriptionKeyDescription Windows keysApplication KeyHotkey Icon Function Description HotkeysSpecial keys only for certain models Euro symbolUS dollar sign Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Printer does not work Keyboard does not respondInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimising battery life Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningTaking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around 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 What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsExpanding through options Built-in network featureConnectivity options Boot sequence Bios utilityEnable disk-to-disk recovery Universal Serial Bus USBPassword Power managementError messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesOperation conditions Radio device regulatory notice General LCD pixel statementRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesEuropean Union EU FCC RF safety requirementList of applicable countries English LCD panel ergonomic specifications §Q§μe Index