Touchpad basics | Acer 4120 specs

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Touchpad

The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support.

Touchpad basics

The following items show you how to use the touchpad:

•Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.

•Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar

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Acer 4120 manual Touchpad basics

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Extensa 4420/4120 Series Users GuidePage Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Guidelines for safe battery usage Product servicing Replacing the battery pack Potentially explosive environments Additional safety information Telephone line safetyOperating environment Medical devices Vehicles Potentially explosive environments Emergency calls Disposal instructions Mercury advisory Tips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your vision Developing good work habits Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Xvi Contents Using a computer security lock Audio Acer eRecovery Management Page Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology password Acer eNet Management Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Using power plansTo create a new power plan To switch between power plans To delete a power plan Battery status Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Windows Mobility Center for Windows Vista only Empowering Technology Your Acer notebook tour Front viewDescription Easy-launch buttons on page 26 for more details Launch buttons on page 26 for more details Closed front view Icon Description Left view # Icon Description Right view Rear view Base view Specifications English English English Indicators Icon Function Description Icon Easy-launch button Default application Easy-launch buttons Icon Productivity key Default application Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left Right Main touchpad Center button Button Using the keyboard Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock offLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key Description Windows keys KeyDescription Hotkeys Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + ↑ Fn + ↓Fn + → Fn + ← Euro symbol Special keysUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Adjusting the volume Audio Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager Norton Internet Security How do I check for viruses?Select Tasks & Scans NTI Shadow Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respondInfrared port does not work Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimising battery life Battery-low warning Situation Recommended Action Disconnecting from the desktop Taking your notebook PC with youMoving around Preparing the computer Taking the computer home What to bring to meetingsWhat to take with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with you Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwords Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast Infrared FIR Universal Serial Bus USB Ieee 1394 port PC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Bios utility Boot sequenceInstalling memory Enable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordUsing software Playing DVD movies Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Burn backup disc Restore and recovery Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices FCC noticeOperation conditions Modem notices Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries TBR List of applicable countries English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Article 3.1a Health and Safety Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU Article 3.1b EMC English FCC RF safety requirement English LCD panel ergonomic specifications USA Acer Computer Shanghai Limited EN60950-12001 EN600652002 applied to models with TV function Index English