Troubleshooting | Acer 8471G guide

Before you call	36
Troubleshooting	37
Troubleshooting tips	37
Error messages	37
Regulations and safety notices	38
FCC statement	38
Modem notices (only for certain models)	39
LCD pixel statement	42
Radio device regulatory notice	42
General	42
The FCC RF safety requirement	42
Canada — Low-powerlicense-exempt radio
communication devices (RSS-210)	44
Exposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102)	44
LCD panel ergonomic specifications	44

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Acer 8471G manual Troubleshooting

Contents

Generic User Guide TravelMate SeriesPage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Guidelines for safe battery usage Replacing the battery pack Operating environment Telephone line safety Vehicles Medical devices Emergency calls Potentially explosive environments Tips and information for comfortable use Disposal instructionsMercury advisory Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zone Xii Developing good work habits Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guides Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Xvi Contents Securing your computer Troubleshooting Touchpad basics with fingerprint reader TouchpadFunction Left Right Main touchpad Center button Button Function Left button Right Main touchpad Button Touchpad basics with two-click buttons Lock key Description Using the keyboardDesired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad KeyDescription Windows keys Display only for certain models AudioVideo Acer PureZone only for certain models English Acer Bio-Protection only for certain models Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Acer Backup Manager Acer PowerSmart key Power management Acer eRecovery Management Click on Start All Programs Acer Acer eRecovery Management Burn backup discs Restore Restore Windows from backup discs English Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimising battery life Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warning Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Moving around What to bring to meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take with you Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computer Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwords Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem only for certain models Universal Serial Bus USB Built-in network feature High-Definition Multimedia Interface only for certain models Ieee 1394 port only for certain models Inserting an ExpressCard ExpressCard only for certain modelsEjecting an ExpressCard Installing memory Password Bios utilityBoot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recovery Playing DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Printer does not work Keyboard does not respond English International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Error messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action FCC statement Regulations and safety notices Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem notices only for certain modelsCompliant with Russian regulatory certification TBR English Declaration of Conformity for EU countries FCC RF safety requirementLCD pixel statement Radio device regulatory notice General English English