Acer 260 series guide

This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer by yourself. Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.

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Acer 260 series manual

Contents

TravelMate 220/260 series Page Iii Page First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index TravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Display FeaturesPerformance Multimedia Human-centric design and ergonomics Expansion Indicators Icon Function Description Lock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key Description Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot keysKeyDescription Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Launch Keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons AcerMedia drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the CD or DVD tray Playing DVD movies Region Code Country or Region Floppy drive Inserting and ejecting a diskette Adjusting the volume Audio Power management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computer 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 with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Special considerations 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 Modem Network Universal Serial Bus PC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Upgrade options Memory upgrade Installing memory Using system utilities Launch Manager Bios Utility My computer Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respond Floppy drive cannot access a disketteCD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Serial mouse does not work Connectors and there is only one PS/2 port on the computer Want to set up my location to use the internal modemPrinter does not work Error messages Error Messages Corrective Action Error Messages Corrective Action Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and video Ports Weight and dimensionsPower Environment Options Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditions Modem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensCTR Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Varning Year 2000 compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Index Types