Acer 210 series manual What to bring with you

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28	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

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

•AcerMedia drive module(s)

•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 Traveler’s 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 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 TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Description Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaConnectivity Human-centric design and ergonomicsExpansion Indicators Icon Function DescriptionUsing the keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys Hot keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelLaunch Keys Touchpad Touchpad basicsPage Storage Hard diskAcerMedia drive Ejecting the CD or DVD trayUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion Code Country or Region Adjusting the volume AudioPower management Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings Setting up a home office What to bring with youSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerWhat to bring with you Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwords Getting to know your TravelMate My computer Page Expanding through options AcerMedia bay modulesConnectivity options Fax/data modem Universal Serial BusPC Card slot 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 computerWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Keyboard does not respondSerial mouse does not work Printer does not workTroubleshooting my computer Troubleshooting tips Using PC-DoctorError messages Error Messages Corrective ActionError Messages Corrective Action Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call Page Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoWeight and dimensions TemperatureBattery pack 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