Acer ePower Management, AC mode Adapter mode | Acer 5000 Series

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Acer ePower Management

Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface.

AC mode (Adapter mode)

The default setting is "Maximum Performance." You can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to turn the following functions on/off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, FireWire(1394), Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported.

DC mode (Battery mode)

There are four pre-defined profiles — Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Battery Life. You can also define up to three of your own.

To create a new power profile:

1Change power settings as desired.

2Click "Save as ..." to save to a new power profile.

3Name the newly created profile.

4Select whether this profile is for Adapter or Battery mode, then click OK.

5The new profile will appear in the profile list.

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Contents

Ferrari 5000 Series Users GuidePage Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Disposal instructions Replacing the battery pack Telephone line safetyMercury advisory Finding your comfort zone Tips and information for comfortable useTaking care of your vision Developing good work habits Vii Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Using the system utilities Securing your computer Index Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology password Acer ePower Management AC mode Adapter modeDC mode Battery mode To create a new power profile Battery status Empowering Technology Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Acer ePerformance Management Front view Your Acer notebook tourIcon Item Description Programs. See Easy-launch buttons on Closed front viewIcon Description English Left view Right view Rear view Hdmi Base view Specifications English English English Acpi Indicators Function Description Easy-launch button Default application Easy-launch buttons Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Using the keyboard Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock offLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key Description Hotkeys Windows keysKey Description Acer Empowering Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1Fn + F2 Technology on Special keys Euro symbolUS dollar sign Using the Bluetooth wireless optical mouse InstallationRecharging the Bluetooth mouse Usage English Acer Bluetooth VoIP Phone Package contentsGetting to know your VoIP phone Layout LED indicators Charging the phone Using Acer VCM Voice Connection Manager Installing Acer VCMUsing Acer VCM Info bar Connecting the phone to your notebook Menu item FunctionIM Control tab General tab English Using the phone Using a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD disk Adjusting the volume Audio Acer OrbiCam Getting to know your Acer OrbiCamRotating the Acer OrbiCam # Item Resolution Changing the Acer OrbiCam settingsLaunching the Acer OrbiCam Basic settings Camera SettingsOptions Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam Capture settingsCapturing photos/videos Pictures and My Videos folder Enabling the Acer VisageON Using the face tracking feature Using video effects selected models only Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager How do I check for viruses? Norton AntiVirusScans panel, click Run Full System Scan Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsImage is not full-screen Want to set up my location to use the internal modem No audio is heard from the computerKeyboard does not respond Printer does not work English International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Disconnecting from the desktop Taking your notebook PC with youMoving around Preparing the computer What to bring to meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take with you Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with you Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwords Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast Infrared FIR Universal Serial Bus USB Ieee 1394 port Inserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Inserting an ExpressCard ExpressCardEjecting an ExpressCard Boot sequence Bios utilityInstalling memory Enable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordUsing software Playing DVD movies Power management Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re-install bundled software without CD Change password Error messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action Energy Star guidelines compliance Regulations and safety noticesFCC notice Modem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countries TBR List of applicable countries English LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice European Union EU Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEN 61000-3-2/-3 FCC RF safety requirement English Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity ZC3 Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index CD-ROM English