Acer 100 Series instruction

After learning the basics of your TravelMate computer, let’s get acquainted with the advanced features of your computer. In this chapter, you will learn how to add options, upgrade components for better performance, and customize your computer.

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Acer 100 Series manual

Contents

TravelMate 100 series Page First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Connecting your computerPage Click on Start, Turn off Computer then click Turn Off Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting your computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index TravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront view Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Description Using your computer in tablet mode Switching to tablet modePage Getting to know your TravelMate Switching to computer mode Features PerformanceDisplay Multimedia Human-centric design and ergonomics Expansion Indicators Icon Function DescriptionPage Using the keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock key Description Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypad Key Description Windows keysHot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Launch key Default application Launch Keys Email checking function Touchpad Touchpad basics Applications Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Storage Hard diskOptical drive Playing DVD movies Optimizing the DVD movie playback Region code Country or region Adjusting the volume Audio Power management Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computer What 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 computer Special considerations Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing the Smart Card Page Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecure PlatinumSecure Options Encrypt/Decrypt Change PasswordSmart Card Manager Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Computer Page Fax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Fast infrared Universal Serial Bus Connecting your optical drive Ieee Ejecting a PC Card PC Card slotsInserting a PC Card Installing memory Upgrade optionsMemory upgrade Page Launch Manager Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager Launch Manager and 802.11b Wireless LAN Bios Utility Troubleshooting your Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerKeyboard does not respond Infrared port does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Troubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective Action Error Messages Corrective Action Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Troubleshooting your computer Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and video Weight and dimensions PortsEnvironment System Power Options Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditions Important safety instructions Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens CTRPage Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statement Year 2000 compliance statement Varning Macrovision copyright protection notice Tick notice Index CD-ROM