Setting passwords | Acer 740 Series manual

32	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

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Slide and hold the power switch for four seconds to shut down the computer. Then turn on the computer again, and try again. If you fail to enter the Hard Disk Password, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center.

Setting passwords

You can set passwords using:

•Notebook Manager

•BIOS Utility

See your online guide for more details.

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Acer 740 Series manual Setting passwords

Contents

TravelMate 740 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 Front view TravelMate tourDescription Left view Right view Rear view Description Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay Multimedia Human-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Indicators Icon Function Description Using the keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock key Description Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypad Hot keys Windows keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel For more information Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Storage Hard diskAcerMedia drive Ejecting the optical drive tray Playing DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Adjusting the volume Audio Power management Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computer 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 with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Special considerations Using the fingerprint recognition sensor Securing your computer Using a computer security lock Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords My computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast infrared Universal Serial Bus PC Card slot Inserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC Card Memory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory Customizing my computer Using system utilities Bios Utility Customizing my computer My computer Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respond Serial mouse does not workInfrared port does not work Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Troubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective Action Error Messages Corrective Action International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and video Weight and dimensions TemperatureBattery pack Humidity non-condensing AC adapter 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 Modem noticesCTR Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Varning Year 2000 compliance statement Index Srmrhmgexsv Qiqsv Evverx