Acer TravelMate 530 manual Power management

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26	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

Power management

This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, or any connected peripherals. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy.

This computer employs a power management scheme that supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface), which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows handles all power-saving chores for your computer.

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Contents TravelMate 530 series User’s guidePage First things first 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 packTaking care of your AC adapter English Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription Left view Right view Rear view English Bottom view Display FeaturesPerformance MultimediaHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Indicators Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Lock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys Key DescriptionHot keys Hot key Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelWireless Communication Button Launch KeysLaunch key Default application Mail DetectionTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Scroll Tap Button Optical drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the optical drive trayPlaying DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Adjusting the volume AudioPower management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computerWhat 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 with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwords Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Universal Serial BusIeee 1394 port PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardUpgrade options Connecting to Acer EasyPort replicatorMemory upgrade Installing memoryEnglish Using system utilities Launch ManagerBios Utility English Troubleshooting my Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerKeyboard does not respond Want to set up my location to use the internal modemPrinter does not work International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name English Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and videoPorts Weight and dimensionsKeyboard and pointing device EnvironmentSystem PowerOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructionsModem notices TBREnglish Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeTick notice Index Types