Troubleshooting my computer | Acer 280 Series, 230 Series specs

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3 Troubleshooting my computer	59
Frequently-asked questions	61
Error messages	65
Requesting service	69
International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW)	69
Before you call	69
Appendix A Specifications	71
Appendix B Notices	77
Index	85

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Acer 280 Series, 230 Series manual Troubleshooting my computer, Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index

Contents

TravelMate 230/280 series Page First things first Your guides Taking care of your computer Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and off Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Page Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index TravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Memory Houses the computers main memory Compartment Features PerformanceDisplay Multimedia Human-centric design and ergonomics Expansion Indicators Icon Function Description Understanding the icons No. Description 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 Keys Description Default application Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Storage Hard diskOptical drive Ejecting the CD or DVD tray Playing DVD movies Region Code Country or Region Floppy drive Ejecting a diskette 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 lockSetting a password Setting passwords Removing a passwordChanging a password Getting to know your TravelMate My computer Page Modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Network Universal Serial Bus Ejecting a PC Card PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Upgrade options Memory upgrade Installing memory Page Using system utilities Launch Manager Bios Utility Navigating the Bios Utility Information Parameter Description Main LAN Advanced Primary Master Secondary Master Device Configuration PCI IRQ Routing Security Boot Setting the Boot drive sequence Exit This menu contains the exit options Customizing my computer My computer Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Floppy drive cannot access a diskette CD or DVD drive cannot access a discKeyboard does not respond Serial mouse does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Error messages Error Messages Corrective Action Setup to reconfigure the system Device Error Messages Corrective Action Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and video Weight and dimensions PowerPorts Environment Options Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditions TBR Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Varning Year 2000 compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Tick notice Index CD-ROM ===SO