Using the system utilities | Acer 5610 instruction

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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 5610 manual Using the system utilities, Acer GridVista dual-display compatible

Contents

Users Guide Aspire 5610 SeriesPage Disposal instructions First things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and off Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Taking care of your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Operation conditions 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 AC mode Acer ePower ManagementDC mode Create new power scheme Acer ePresentation Management Empowering Technology Description Your Acer notebook tourFront view Icon Description Closed front view Left view Right view Icon Item Description Rear view Base view Specifications English 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 Key Description Windows keysHotkeys Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1 Acer EmpoweringFn + F2 Technology on US dollar sign Euro symbolSpecial keys 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 Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer Norton AntiVirusHow do I check for viruses? Image is not full-screen Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Keyboard does not respond No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Acer Arcade Display Settings Finding and playing contentSettings Arcade controls Audio SettingsNavigation controls Player controls Virtual keyboard Background mode Cinema Editing Pictures Slide Show settingsAlbum Playing a video file VideoSnapshot Editing video Authoring CD/DVDs MusicMake DVDs File type compatibility Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computer What to take with you Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computer Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Setting passwords Entering passwords Fax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Universal Serial Bus USB Built-in network feature Ejecting a PC Card PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Installing memory Bios utilityBoot sequence Password Enable disk-to-disk recoveryUsing software Playing DVD movies Acer eRecovery Management Power management Restore from backup Create backup Re-install bundled software without CD Create factory default image CD Change password Error messages Corrective action Troubleshooting tipsError messages English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesEnergy Star guidelines compliance Operation conditions Modem noticesRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countries List of applicable countries TBR English Important safety instructions English Macrovision copyright protection notice Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement EN 61000-3-2/-3 Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU 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