Acer TravelMate 2420 manual Traveling internationally with the computer, What to bring with you

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Special considerations

In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling:

Always take the computer as carry-on luggage.

If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Airport security X-ray machines are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector.

Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand-held metal detectors.

Traveling internationally with the computer

When you are moving from country to country.

Preparing the computer

Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.

What to bring with you

Bring the following items with you:

AC adapter

Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling

Spare, fully-charged battery packs

Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer

Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to customs officials

International Travelers Warranty passport

Special considerations

Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer. In addition, these tips are useful when traveling internationally:

When traveling in another country, check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage. Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer.

If you are using the modem, check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in.

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Contents Users Guide TravelMate 2420 SeriesPage Disposal instructions Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Taking care of your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Please refer to Frequently asked questions on Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Contents Page Page Page Acer Empowering Technology Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Acer ePerformance Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management AC mode Acer ePower ManagementAcer ePresentation Management Description Your Acer notebook tourFront view Icon Description Closed front viewIcon Item Description Left viewRear view Right viewBase view Specifications English English 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 Technology on Acer EmpoweringHotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1 Fn + F2Special keys Euro symbolUsing a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volumeAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilitiesLaunch Manager Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer Norton AntiVirusNothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer English Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Moving aroundWhat to take with you Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerSecuring your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Setting passwords Entering passwordsFax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Universal Serial Bus USB Built-in network featureInserting a PC Card PC Card slotInstalling memory Bios utilityBoot sequence Playing DVD movies Enable disk-to-disk recoveryPassword Using softwareAcer eRecovery Management Power managementRestore from backup Create backupRe-install bundled software without CD Create factory default image CDChange password Error messages Corrective action Troubleshooting tipsError messages English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesEnergy Star guidelines compliance Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensList of applicable countries TBREnglish Important safety instructions English Macrovision copyright protection notice Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement EN 61000-3-2/-3 Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking CD-ROM IndexEnglish