Acer TravelMate 4400 manual Taking care of your computer, Taking care of your AC adaptor

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•Use the power button

Note: You can also use the power button to perform power management functions. See "Moving around" on page 27 of the AcerSystem User's Guide.

•Use the customized functions for power management

You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>. See "Moving around" on page 27 of the AcerSystem User's Guide.

Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.

Taking care of your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

•Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator.

•Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 ºC (32 ºF) or above 50 ºC (122 ºF).

•Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.

•Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

•Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.

•Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.

•Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.

•Never place objects on top of the computer.

•Do not slam the computer display when you close it.

•Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.

Taking care of your AC adaptor

Here are some ways to take care of your AC adaptor:

•Do not connect the adaptor to any other device.

•Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic.

•When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug.

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Contents TravelMate 4400 Series Users GuidePage Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adaptorCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Power management Taking your notebook PC with youSecuring your computer Expanding through optionsTroubleshooting Acer eRecoveryRegulations and safety notices Front view TravelMate tourDescription See Launch keys on page 10 for more details Closed front viewIcon Description Left view # Icon DescriptionRight view Rear viewBase view Specifications English English Indicators Icon Function DescriptionLaunch key Default application Launch keysTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Using the keyboard Lock keys and embedded numeric keypadWindows keys HotkeysHotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1 Fn + F2EManager. See Acer eManager on Fn + F3Euro symbol Special keysUsing a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayAdjusting the volume AudioUsing the system utilities Acer eManagerAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenNo audio is heard from the computer Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name Disconnecting from the desktop Taking your notebook PC with youMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to take to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take to long meetings Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerWhat to take with you Special considerationsTraveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youUsing passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwordsConnectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast InfraredUniversal Serial Bus USB Ieee 1394 portPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardBios utility Boot sequenceEnable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesPower management Acer eRecovery Create backupCreate factory default image CD Restore from backupRe-install bundled software without CD Change password Error messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action English Energy Star guidelines compliance Regulations and safety noticesFCC notice Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Operation conditionsDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem notices TBRList of applicable countries English Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice LCD pixel statementRadio device regulatory notice General European Union EU EN 61000-3-2/-3FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Index English