Acer Pro Series 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/powermanagement.

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 User Guide Aspire one Pro SeriesPage Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning 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 environmentsDisposal instructions Tips and information for comfortable useMercury advisory Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneDeveloping good work habits Xii First things first How to RegisterProduct Registration Your guidesBasic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking 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 Touchpad basics with two-click buttonsFunction 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 HotkeysEuro symbol Special keys only for certain modelsUS dollar sign Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenNo audio is heard from the computer Printer does not work Keyboard does not respondRequesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call 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 passwordsBuilt-in network feature Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Boot sequence Bios utilityEnable disk-to-disk recovery Universal Serial Bus USBPassword Power managementTroubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices FCC noticeOperation conditions Radio device regulatory notice General LCD pixel statementRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesFCC RF safety requirement European Union EUList of applicable countries English LCD panel ergonomic specifications §Q§μe Index