Acer TravelMate 3270, TravelMate 3260, TravelMate 2480 Tips and information for comfortable use

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ENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features. Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Energy (DOE). In the average home, 75% of all electricity used to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off. ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to 50% less energy than conventional equipment. More information refers to http://www.energystar.gov and http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement.

As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

This product has been shipped enabled for power management:

•Activate display’ Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity.

•Activate computer’s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity.

•Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button.

•More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management.

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, inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury.

Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:

•numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation

•aching, soreness or tenderness

•pain, swelling or throbbing

•stiffness or tightness

•coldness or weakness

If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department.

The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.

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Contents Users Guide TravelMate 3270/3260/2480 SeriesPage Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Replacing the battery pack Telephone line safety Additional safety information Operating environment Medical devicesPotentially explosive environments VehiclesMercury advisory Emergency calls Disposal instructionsTips and information for comfortable use Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneDeveloping good work habits First things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking 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 Using the keyboard Securing your computer Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology password Acer Empowering TechnologyFor selected models Acer eNet ManagementEmpowering Technology Using power plans Acer ePower ManagementTo create a new power plan To switch between power plansBattery status To delete a power planAcer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Windows Mobility Center Your Acer notebook tour Front viewDescription Icon Description Closed front viewIcon Left viewRight view Icon Item Description Rear viewBase view Specifications English Wlan 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 keyboardKeyDescription Windows keysHotkeys Decreases the screen brightness Euro symbol Special keysUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumePackage contents Using Acer Bluetooth VoIP PhoneGetting to know your VoIP phone LayoutCharging the phone LED indicatorsConnecting the phone to your notebook English Using the phone Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilitiesLaunch Manager Norton Internet Security How do I check for viruses?Select Tasks & Scans Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen Keyboard does not respond No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Requesting 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 warningAcer Arcade for selected models Finding and playing content SettingsDisplay Settings Arcade controls Audio SettingsNavigation controls Player controlsVirtual keyboard Background modeCinema Slide Show settings AlbumEditing Pictures Playing a video file VideoSnapshot Editing videoMusic Make DVDsAuthoring CD/DVDs File type compatibility Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models Remote control for selected models Remote functions VideoMagician Starting Acer Arcade DeluxeDVD Master DV DeliteTaking 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 passwordsExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Fast Infrared FIR for selected models Built-in network featureIeee 1394 port For selected models Universal Serial Bus USBPC Card slot Installing memoryInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardBoot sequence Bios utilityPassword Enable disk-to-disk recoveryUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Create backup Acer eRecovery ManagementRestore and recovery Burn backup discTroubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices FCC noticeOperation conditions Modem notices Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries List of applicable countries TBREnglish Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General Article 3.1a Health and SafetyEuropean Union EU Article 3.1b EMCEnglish FCC RF safety requirement English ZR1 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of ConformityAcer Computer Shanghai Limited Declaration of Conformity for CE MarkingLCD panel ergonomic specifications CD-ROM IndexEnglish