Storage, Hard disk, EasyLink Combo Drive | Acer 340 Series guide

16	1 Getting familiar with your computer

Storage

This computer supplies you with all-in-one media storage:

•High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk

•External EasyLink™ Combo Drive

•Standard 3.5-inch floppy drive.

•High-speed CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive (EasyLink DVD Combo Drive)

Hard disk

The removable hard disk module can be upgraded when you need more storage space. See “Hard disk upgrade” on page 59.

EasyLink Combo Drive

The EasyLink Combo Drive is a two-in-one floppy/CD-ROM or floppy /DVD- ROM “combo” drive that connects externally to the computer.

The floppy drive reads and writes standard 3.5-inch diskettes. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive provides the latest in multimedia in a mobile world.

Connecting and disconnecting the EasyLink Combo Drive

To connect the EasyLink Combo Drive:

1.Pull out the EasyLink Combo Drive cable connector from its storage slot.

2.Open the EasyLink Combo Drive connector door on the computer.

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Acer 340 Series manual Storage, Hard disk, Connecting and disconnecting the EasyLink Combo Drive

Contents

TravelMate 340 series Page Contents Moving with your computer Peripherals and optionsSoftware Troubleshooting Appendix a Specifications 109 Index 115Page FCC notice Use conditions Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructionsModem notices CTRPage Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statement Year 2000 compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Xii Connecting the computer PrefacePage Getting help and support Accessing the online guideTurning off the computer Accessing the user’s guide Support information Taking care of your computer Care and maintenanceTaking care of your battery pack Taking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Your computer Page Multimedia FeaturesPerformance Connectivity Human-centric design and ergonomics Expansion Display Getting familiar with your computer Indicators Icon Function Description Lock keys KeyboardSpecial keys Lock key Description Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypad Hot keys Windows keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Keyboard ergonomics Touchpad Touchpad basics Customizing the center button Function Left button Right Center Button Tap Buttons Hard disk Connecting and disconnecting the EasyLink Combo DriveStorage EasyLink Combo Drive Ejecting media Ejecting a floppy disk Ejecting the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray Playing DVD moviesRegion Code Country or Region Region Code Country or Region Peoples Republic of China Left port PortsPort Connects to Rear ports Icon Port Connects to Universal Serial Bus Built-in network feature optionFax/data modem Fast infrared Right ports PC Card slot Inserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC Card Getting familiar with your computer Enabling the 3D effect feature Adjusting the volumeAudio Click 3D Effect to enable the 3D effect feature Click on OK Securing your computer PasswordsSecurity keylock notch Entering passwords Setting passwords Message or symbol appears Getting familiar with your computer Power Page Battery pack characteristics Battery packUsing a battery pack for the first time Replacing the battery pack Charge-in-use mode Charging the batteryRapid mode Trickle mode Optimizing battery life Checking the battery levelUsing the Windows battery meter Battery-low warning Situation Recommended Action An extra fully-charged battery pack available Power management Sleep mode Power management modesStandby mode Power management for peripherals Hibernation mode Display standby mode Setting power management schemesHard disk standby mode Options Page Setting up dualview External monitor Printer External PS/2 mouse External pointing deviceExternal serial mouse External USB mouse External keyboard and keypad Audio devices PC Cards USB devices USB video capture kit option Mobile jacket Miscellaneous options Battery packExternal battery charger AC adapter File transfer cable Memory upgrade Key component upgradesInstalling memory Hard disk upgrade Installing a replacement hard disk Peripherals and options Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop What to bring to short meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to long meetingsPage What to bring with you Taking the computer homeSpecial considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Moving with your computer Software Page Page Accessing the Sleep Manager Sleep Manager Click on Start, Programs, Sleep Manager Sleep Manager functions Create Remove Minimize Exit Click on Start, Programs, Notebook Manager Information Viewer CPU Post Boot Sequence There are items in this screen include Password Setting the Power-On Password Setting the Setup Password Power Management Setting advanced features in power management Display Device Bios Utility Using the Bios Utility System Information Parameter Description Basic System Settings Parameter Description Format Disabled or Startup ConfigurationParameter Description Options Setting the Boot Drive Sequence Onboard Devices ConfigurationEnabled or Serial Port Enables or disabled the serial port System Security Removing a password Setting a passwordChanging a password Parameter Description Options or Format Hhmmss Load Default Settings Troubleshooting Page Frequently-Asked Questions Nothing appears on the screen Keyboard does not respond Image is not full-screenNo audio is heard from the computer Serial mouse does not work Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemInfrared port does not work 104 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips Using PC-Doctor Online services Before you call Error messages Error Messages Corrective Action 108 Troubleshooting Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and video Keyboard and pointing device Weight and dimensionsTemperature Ports AC adapter Battery packSystem Options 114 Appendix a Specifications Index 116 117 118