Acer 210 series manual Contents

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First things first	iii
Your guides	iii
Basic care and tips for using your computer	iv

1 Getting to know your TravelMate	1
A TravelMate tour	3
Front view	3
Left view	4
Right view	5
Rear view	6
Bottom view	7
Features	9
Indicators	11
Using the keyboard	12
Special keys	12
Touchpad	18
Touchpad basics	18
Storage	20
Hard disk	20
AcerMedia drive	20
Using software	21
Audio	22
Adjusting the volume	22
Power management	23
Moving around with your TravelMate	24
Disconnecting from the desktop	24
Moving around	24
Taking the computer home	25
Traveling with the computer	27
Traveling internationally with the computer	27
Securing your computer	29
Using a computer security lock	29
Using passwords	29

2 Customizing my computer	33
Expanding through options	35
AcerMedia bay modules	35
Connectivity options	35
Upgrade options	38
Using system utilities	41
Notebook Manager	41
Launch Manager	41

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Contents TravelMate 210 series Page Your guides First things firstTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packContents Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Description Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description IndicatorsLock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock offHot keys Windows keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Euro symbolLaunch Keys Touchpad basics TouchpadPage Ejecting the CD or DVD tray StorageHard disk AcerMedia drivePlaying DVD movies Using softwareRegion Code Country or Region Audio Adjusting the volumePower management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving aroundWhat to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Traveling with the computerWhat to bring with you Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwords Getting to know your TravelMate My computer Page AcerMedia bay modules Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Universal Serial Bus Fax/data modemPC Card slot Ejecting a PC Card Inserting a PC CardMemory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory Customizing my computer Launch Manager Using system utilitiesBios Utility My computer Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenPrinter does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Serial mouse does not workTroubleshooting my computer Using PC-Doctor Troubleshooting tipsError Messages Corrective Action Error messagesError Messages Corrective Action International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Page Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storagePorts Weight and dimensionsTemperature Battery packOptions AC adapterAppendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Rsxmgi 1SHIQRSXMGIW Page 0EWIVGSQTPMERGIWXEXIQIRX 0MXLMYQFEXXIVWXEXIQIRX Appendix B Notices Index Qiqsv Evverx