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Using system utilities

Notebook Manager

The computer has a built-in system setup program called Notebook Manager. The Windows-based Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords, the startup sequence of the drives, and power management settings. It also shows current hardware configurations. To start the Notebook Manager, press Fn-F2 or follow these steps:

1Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager.

2Select the Notebook Manager application to run the program. Click on Help for more information.

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Acer 250, 240 manual Using system utilities, Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager

Contents

TravelMate 240/250 series User’s guide Page Your guides First things first Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingTaking care of your AC adapter English Customizing my computer Getting to know your TravelMate Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computer TravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesPerformance Display Connectivity Human-centric design and ergonomicsExpansion Icon Function Description Indicators Icon Description Indicators in Cover Lock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keys Embedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Key Description Windows keys Hot key Icon Function Description Hot keys English Euro symbol Launch Keys Description Default application Touchpad basics Touchpad Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Ejecting the CD or DVD tray StorageHard disk Optical drive Region Code Country or Region Playing DVD movies Ejecting a diskette Floppy drive Audio Power management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving around Taking 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 internationally with the computer Traveling with the computer Special considerations Using a computer security lock Setting a passwordSecuring your computer Removing a password Changing a passwordSetting passwords English Computer Page Expanding through options Connectivity optionsModem Universal Serial Bus Network PC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Memory upgrade Upgrade options Installing memory English Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager Using system utilities Launch Manager Navigating the Bios Utility Bios Utility Parameter Description Information Main VGA Bios Table below describes the parameters in the screen Advanced Primary Master Secondary Master Device Configuration PCI IRQ Routing Security Setting the Boot drive sequence Boot This menu contains the exit options Exit Computer Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questions No audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screen Serial mouse does not work Floppy drive cannot access a disketteCD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Keyboard does not respond Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call English Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storage Environment Weight and dimensionsPower Ports Options English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Use conditions FCC notice TBR Important safety instructionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens English Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement LCD pixel statement Year 2000 compliance statement Tick notice Regulatory information for 802.11b WlanRegulatory Information Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation English Euro ===NT, ===NU Index DVD ===SN CD ===SN Using ===OM-===ON Index