Ejecting media, Ejecting a floppy disk | Acer 340 Series manual

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3.Firmly connect the EasyLink Combo Drive (connector to connector) to the computer.

To disconnect the EasyLink Combo Drive:

1.Click on the HotIDE icon ( ) on the Windows taskbar.

2.Select the stop operation.

A message appears to confirm the stop operation.

3.Click on OK.

4.Disconnect the EasyLink Combo Drive.

5.Tuck in the EasyLink Combo Drive cable connector into its storage slot.

Note: If the computer is on, and you disconnect the EasyLink Combo Drive without using the HotIDE stop function, the computer will hang (stop operating normally). Connect the EasyLink Combo Drive again to solve this problem. It is advisable to follow the connect/disconnect procedures discussed above. If the computer is off, you can disconnect the EasyLink Combo Drive at your convenience.

Ejecting media

Ejecting a floppy disk

Press the floppy disk eject button to eject a floppy disk from the floppy drive.

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Acer 340 Series manual Ejecting media, Ejecting a floppy disk

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