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Acer 630 series manual Troubleshooting my computer

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TravelMate 630 series Page 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 Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index TravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront view Left view Right view Rear view Description Bottom view Description Display FeaturesPerformance Multimedia Expansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics Indicators Icon Function Description Icon Function Description Lock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key Description Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypad Key Description Windows keysHot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Launch key Default application Launch Keys Email checking function Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons AcerMedia drive StorageHard disk Playing DVD movies Using softwareEjecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds Region code Country or region Adjusting the volume Audio Power management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computer What to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to short meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with you Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing the Smart Card Page Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecure PlatinumSecure Options Encrypt/Decrypt Change PasswordSmart Card Manager Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Computer Page Fax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Fast infrared Universal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slot Inserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC Card Installing memory Upgrade optionsMemory upgrade Port expansion devicesPage Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Using system utilities Launch Manager Launch Manager and 802.11b Wireless LAN Bios Utility PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Troubleshooting my Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Infrared port does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Printer does not work Troubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective Action Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW You are required to provide the following information Name Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and video Environment Weight and dimensionsPorts System Power Options Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditions Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructionsModem notices CTRPage Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Year 2000 compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Tick notice Index Types