Acer MS2154W, 2100 manual Contents

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First things first	iii
Your guides	iii
Basic care and tips for using your computer	iv

1 Getting to know your TravelMate	1
A TravelMate tour	3
Front view	3
Left view	5
Right view	6
Rear view	7
Bottom view	8
Features	9
Indicators	11
Using the keyboard	12
Lock keys	12
Embedded numeric keypad	13
Windows keys	14
Hot keys	15
The Euro symbol	17
Launch keys	18
Touchpad	19
Touchpad basics	19
Storage	21
Hard disk	21
Optical drive	21
Audio	23
Power management	23
Moving around with your TravelMate	24
Disconnecting from the desktop	24
Moving around	24
Taking the computer home	25
Traveling with the computer	27
Traveling internationally with the computer	27
Securing your computer	29
Using a computer security lock	29

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Contents User’s Guide TravelMate 2100/2600 SeriesPage Your guides First things firstTurning 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 packTaking care of your AC adapter English Contents Customizing my computer Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description IndicatorsFn-F11 Using the keyboardLock keys Lock Key DescriptionEmbedded numeric keypad Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock OffKey Description Windows keys+ R Fn-F3 Hot keysHot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F1 Fn-F2Fn-F8 Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F5Fn-F6 Fn-F7Euro symbol Launch keys Description Default ApplicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left Button Right Center Tap Ejecting the DVD tray StorageHard disk Optical driveRegion Code Country or Region Playing DVD moviesAudio Power managementPreparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving aroundWhat to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Traveling with the computerWhat to bring with you Setting a password Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer English Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsModem Universal Serial Bus NetworkInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Memory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory Click on Start, All Programs, then Notebook Manager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Bios UtilityMultilingual operating system installation To D Recovery Disc to DiscRestore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit My computer Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsImage is not full-screen CD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Printer does not work International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions System English Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensList of Applicable Countries TBRFor Modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 For Modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice LCD pixel statementRadio Device Regulatory Notice European Union EU GeneralExposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 FCC RF safety requirementFederal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/3/5 Index DVD