Acer 210 series manual Touchpad basics

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18	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

Touchpad

The built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support.

Note: When using an external USB or serial mouse, you can press Fn-F7to disable the touchpad. If you are using an external PS/2 mouse, the touchpad is automatically disabled.

Touchpad basics

The following items teach you how to use the touchpad:

•Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor.

•Press the left (1) and right (3) buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results.

•Use the center (2) button (top and bottom) to scroll up or down a page. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications.

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Contents TravelMate 210 series Page First things first Your guidesBasic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingContents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Description Display FeaturesPerformance MultimediaExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics Indicators Icon Function DescriptionLock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadKey Description Windows keysHot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelLaunch Keys Touchpad Touchpad basicsPage AcerMedia drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the CD or DVD trayRegion Code Country or Region Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Adjusting the volume AudioPower management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computerWhat to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to short meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerWhat to bring with you Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Getting to know your TravelMate My computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsAcerMedia bay modules PC Card slot Fax/data modemUniversal Serial Bus Inserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardUpgrade options Memory upgradeInstalling memory Customizing my computer Using system utilities Launch ManagerBios Utility My computer Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerSerial mouse does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Printer does not workTroubleshooting my computer Troubleshooting tips Using PC-DoctorError messages Error Messages Corrective ActionError Messages Corrective Action Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Page Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and videoBattery pack Weight and dimensionsTemperature PortsAC adapter OptionsAppendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Rsxmgi 1SHIQRSXMGIW Page 0EWIVGSQTPMERGIWXEXIQIRX 0MXLMYQFEXXIVWXEXIQIRX Appendix B Notices Index Qiqsv Evverx