Acer 2440 Series manual Information for your safety and comfort, Safety instructions

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Information for your safety and comfort

Safety instructions

Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Turning the product off before cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Warnings

•Do not use this product near water.

•Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seriously damaged.

•Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

•Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product.

•To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface.

Using electrical power

•This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

•Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord.

•If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.

•Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip's input rating.

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Contents Users Guide TravelMate 2440 SeriesPage Using electrical power Information for your safety and comfortSafety instructions Turning the product off before cleaningProduct servicing Replacing the battery pack Telephone line safety Disposal instructionsMercury advisory Tips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zoneTaking care of your vision Vii Developing good work habitsTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Page Page Page Empowering Technology password Acer Empowering TechnologyTo create a new power profile Acer ePower ManagementAC mode Adapter mode DC mode Battery modeBattery status Empowering Technology Acer ePresentation Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Acer ePerformance Management Empowering Technology Your Acer notebook tour Front viewIcon Description Closed front view # Icon DescriptionSee Easy-launch buttons on English Left view Right view Icon Item Description Rear viewBase view Specifications English English Acpi Function Description IndicatorsEasy-launch buttons Easy-launch button Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardKey Description Windows keysHotkeys Fn + ↓ Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F7Fn + F8 Fn + ↑Euro symbol Special keyUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volume# Item Acer OrbiCamGetting to know your Acer OrbiCam Rotating the Acer OrbiCamChanging the Acer OrbiCam settings ResolutionLaunching the Acer OrbiCam Camera Settings Basic settingsOptions Capture settings Capturing photos/videosPictures and My Videos folder Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilitiesLaunch Manager Norton AntiVirus How do I check for viruses?Scans panel, click Run Full System Scan Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemNo audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respondEnglish Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Moving aroundTaking 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 Universal Serial Bus USB Built-in network featurePC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Installing memory Password Bios utilityBoot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recoveryUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Acer eRecovery Management Power managementRestore from backup Create backupRe-install bundled software without CD Create factory default image CDChange password Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices Energy Star guidelines complianceFCC notice Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensList of applicable countries TBREnglish Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EUEN 61000-3-2/-3 FCC RF safety requirement English Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking LCD panel ergonomic specifications English CD-ROM IndexEnglish