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Moving around with your Notebook

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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 your work in progress.

2Remove any media, floppy discs or compact discs, from the drive(s).

3Shut down the computer.

4Close the display cover.

5Disconnect the cord from the AC adaptor.

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.

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.

If you are taking the computer to a client's office or a different building, you may choose to shut down the computer:

1Click on Start, Shut Down... or Turn off Computer (Windows XP). - or -

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8100 Series specifications

The Acer 8100 Series is an innovative lineup of laptops designed to cater to both professional and casual users, blending performance, portability, and advanced technology. With its sleek design and powerful specifications, the 8100 Series aims to meet the demands of today’s fast-paced computing needs.

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