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Taking your notebook PC with you
This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.
Disconnecting from the desktop
Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories:
1Save any open files.
2Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s).
3Shut down the computer.
4Close the display cover.
5Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter.
6Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices.
7Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer.
Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II/II+
Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from Acer ezDock II/II+:
1Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for normal operation.
2Make sure the security lock key of ezDock II/II+ is in place and in the unlocked position.
3Press the undock button until the computer moves up.
4Grasping both sides of the computer, remove the computer from the ezDock.
Moving around
When you are just moving within short distances, for example, from your office desk to a meeting room.
Preparing the computer
Before moving the computer, close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode. You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building. To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open the display; then press and release the power button.
