Using the system utilities | Acer 4200 Series guide

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Using the system utilities

Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.

Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)

Note: This feature is only available on certain models.

To enable the dual monitor feature of your notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then, select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.

Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:

1	2		1	2		1	3		1	3
1	2		1	3		2	3		2	4
				3		2			2	4

Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad

Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.

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Acer 4200 Series manual Using the system utilities, Acer GridVista dual-display compatible

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Users Guide TravelMate 4200 SeriesPage Disposal instructions Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guides Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Operation conditions Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Please refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Page Page Page Acer Empowering Technology Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Acer ePerformance Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eNet Management Acer eSettings Management Empowering Technology Create new power scheme Acer ePower ManagementAC mode DC mode Acer ePresentation Management Empowering Technology Your Acer notebook tour Front viewDescription Icon Description Closed front view Left view Right view Rear viewIcon Item Description Base view Specifications English English Function Description Indicators Easy-launch buttons Easy-launch button Default application Touchpad basics Touchpad Function Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboard Windows keys HotkeysKey Description Technology on Acer EmpoweringHotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1 Fn + F2 Euro symbol Special keysUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilities Launch Manager Norton AntiVirus How do I check for viruses?Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen Printer does not work No audio is heard from the computerKeyboard does not respond Infrared port does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Moving around Taking the computer home What to bring to meetingsWhat to take with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computer Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwords Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Universal Serial Bus USB Built-in network feature Ejecting a PC Card Installing memoryPC Card slot Inserting a PC Card Boot sequence Bios utility Playing DVD movies Enable disk-to-disk recoveryPassword Using software Acer eRecovery Management Power management Restore from backup Create backup Re-install bundled software without CD Create factory default image CD Change password Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices Energy Star guidelines complianceFCC notice Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens List of applicable countries TBR English Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EUEN 61000-3-2/-3 FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking CD-ROM Index English