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Audio
The computer comes with 32-bit High Definition (HD) Audio, and dual
stereo speakers.
Adjusting the volume
Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. See
"Hotkeys" on page 32
for more information on adjusting the speaker volume.
Contents
Main
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Information for your safety and comfort
Safety instructions
Turning the product off before cleaning
CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device
CAUTION for Accessibility
Warnings
Using electrical power
v
Product servicing
Guidelines for safe battery usage
vi
Potentially explosive environments
Replacing the battery pack
vii
Telephone line safety
Additional safety information
Operating environment
Medical devices
viii
Vehicles
Potentially explosive environments
ix
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
xiii
First things first
Your guides
Basic care and tips for using your computer
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 servicing
Page
Contents
Using a computer security lock 36 Audio 37
Using the system utilities 38
Frequently asked questions 42
Battery pack 46
Taking your notebook PC with you 50
Acer eRecovery Management 62
Troubleshooting 64
Index 78
Regulations and safety notices 66
Page
Acer Empowering Technology
Empowering Technology password
Acer eNet Management
Page
Acer ePower Management
Using power plans
To create a new power plan:
To switch between power plans:
To edit a power plan:
Page
Acer ePresentation Management
Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models)
Acer eLock Management
Page
Acer eRecovery Management
Page
Acer eSettings Management
Windows Mobility Center (for Windows Vista only)
Page
Your Acer notebook tour
Front view
Page
Closed front view
Left view
Right view
Rear view
Base view
Specifications
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Indicators
Easy-launch buttons
P
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Touchpad
Touchpad basics
29
Using the keyboard
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad
Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key
Application key
Hotkeys
Page
Special keys
Page
Page
Page
Using the system utilities
Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)
Launch Manager
Norton Internet Security
How do I check for viruses?
NTI Shadow
Frequently asked questions
I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up.
Nothing appears on the screen.
Image is not full-screen.
No audio is heard from the computer.
I want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the power.
The keyboard does not respond.
The infrared port does not work.
The printer does not work.
I want to set up my location to use the internal modem.
I want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs.
Requesting service
International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
Before you call
Battery pack
Battery pack characteristics
Maximizing the battery's life
Conditioning a new battery pack
Installing and removing the battery pack
Charging the battery
Checking the battery level
Optimising battery life
49
Battery-low warning
When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter.
When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on your situation:
Taking your notebook PC with you
Disconnecting from the desktop
Moving around
51
What to bring to meetings
Taking the computer home
What to take with you
52
Setting up a home office
Traveling with the computer
What to take with you
Traveling internationally with the computer
What to bring with you
54
Securing your computer
Using a computer security lock
Using passwords
Entering passwords
Setting passwords
Expanding through options
Connectivity options
Fax/data modem
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PC Card slot
Inserting a PC Card
Ejecting a PC Card
Installing memory
BIOS utility
Boot sequence
Enable disk-to-disk recovery
Password
Using software
Playing DVD movies
Acer eRecovery Management
Create backup
Burn backup disc
Restore and recovery
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting tips
Error messages
Page
Regulations and safety notices
FCC notice
Notice: Shielded cables
Notice: Peripheral devices
Caution
Modem notices
Notice for USA
TBR 21
List of applicable countries
Notice for Australia
Notice for New Zealand
Laser compliance statement
LCD pixel statement
Macrovision copyright protection notice
Radio device regulatory notice
General
European Union (EU)
Page
List of applicable countries
The FCC RF safety requirement
Canada Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210)
75
LCD panel ergonomic specifications
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