Features, Performance, Display, Multimedia | Acer 650 Series

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Features

Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:

Performance

•Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor-M with 512 KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ technology

•Memory expandable up to 1 GB

•Internal removable optical drive (AcerMedia bay)

•High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

•Li-Ion main battery pack

•Power management system with ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface)

•Smart Card interface with pre-boot authentication system for added security

Display

•Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display (LCD) displaying 32- bit high color up to 1024 x 768 eXtended Graphics Array (XGA) resolution for 14.1”/15” and 1400 x 1050 Super eXtended Graphics Array + (SXGA+) resolution for some 15” models. (specification varies depending on the model)

•3D capabilities

•Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support

•S-video for output to a television or display device that supports S- video input

•"Automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power

•Dual display capability

Multimedia

•16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio

•Built-in dual speakers

•Built-in microphone

•High-speed optical drive (AcerMedia bay)

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Acer 650 Series manual Features, Performance, Display, Multimedia

Contents

User’s guide TravelMate 650 seriesPage Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guides Taking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter Page Contents Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computer TravelMate Page Front open view TravelMate tourDescription Front view Description Left view PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card Right view Rear view Bottom view Description Multimedia FeaturesPerformance Display Human-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description Indicators Battery Lights orange when the battery is charging Lock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keys Embedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Hot keys Windows keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Page Launch Keys Launch key Default applicationMail Detection Page Touchpad basics Touchpad Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Hard disk StorageAcerMedia bay Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Region code Country or region DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds Audio Adjusting the volume Power management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving around What to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Traveling with the computer What to bring with you Using the Smart Card Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecure PlatinumSecure Options Smart Card Manager Change PasswordEncrypt/Decrypt Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Setting passwords Entering passwords Getting to know your TravelMate Computer Page Fax/data modem Built-in network featureExpanding through options Connectivity options Fast infrared Universal Serial Bus PC Card slot Ieee 1394 port Ejecting a PC Card Inserting a PC Card Port expansion devices Upgrade optionsMemory upgrade Installing memoryPage Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager Using system utilities Launch Manager Bios Utility Troubleshooting my Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questions No audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screen Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Infrared port does not work Troubleshooting tips Error Messages Corrective Action Error messages International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storage Ports Weight and dimensionsEnvironment System PowerOptions Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Use conditions FCC notice Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem notices Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Lithium battery statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Tick notice Index Installing Upgrading Warranty Windows keys International Traveler’s Warran