Acer 210 series manual Entering passwords

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30	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

•Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk. Even if the hard disk is removed from the computer and moved to another computer, it cannot be accessed without the Hard Disk Password.

Important! Do not forget your Setup and Hard Disk Password! If you forget your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center.

Entering passwords

When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the left-hand corner of the display screen.

•When the Setup Password is set, the following prompt appears when you press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility at boot-up.

Type the Setup Password and press Enter to access the BIOS Utility.

•When the Power-on Password is set, the following prompt appears at boot-up.

Type the Power-on Password (a . symbol appears for each character you type) and press Enter to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, an x symbol appears. Try again and press Enter.

•When the Hard Disk Password is set, the following prompt appears at boot-up.

Type the Hard Disk Password (a . symbol appears for each character you type) and press Enter to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, an x symbol appears. Try again and press Enter.

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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