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Acer TravelMate 530 manual

Models: TravelMate 530

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After learning the basics of your TravelMate computer, let’s get acquainted with the advanced features of your computer. In this chapter, you will learn how to add options, upgrade components for better performance, and customize your computer.

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TravelMate 530 series User’s guideTravelMate 530 series User’s guide Original Issue February Copyright 2003 Acer Incorporated All Rights ReservedTravelMate 530 series Notebook computer Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchaseEnglish First things firstYour guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer EnglishTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingTaking care of your AC adapter English4 To clean the display screen, use an LCD cleaning kit Please refer to Troubleshooting my computer on pageEnglish If any of the following occursContents 1 Getting to know your TravelMate2 Customizing my computer 3 Troubleshooting my computer Appendix A SpecificationsAppendix B Notices IndexTravelMate 1 Getting to know yourPage A TravelMate tour Front viewEnglish DescriptionLeft view EnglishDescription DescriptionRight view EnglishDescription DescriptionRear view EnglishDescription DescriptionExternal display EnglishDescription Description Bottom viewEnglish Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaConnectivity Human-centric design and ergonomicsExpansion EnglishIndicators EnglishIcon FunctionEnglish IconFunction DescriptionUsing the keyboard Special keysLock keys EnglishEmbedded numeric keypad Desired accessEnglish Num lock onWindows keys EnglishThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions DescriptionHot keys EnglishEnglish Hot keyIcon FunctionThe Euro symbol 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel1 Click on Start, Control Panel 2 Double-click on Regional and Language OptionsEnglish Wireless Communication ButtonLaunch Keys E-Mail Detection Default applicationEnglish Launch keyEnglish TouchpadTouchpad basics English FunctionLeft button RightStorage Hard diskOptical drive Ejecting the optical drive trayUsing software Playing DVD moviesEnglish Region codeEnglish Adjusting the volumeAudio Power management EnglishDisconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings Preparing the computerSetting up a home office What to bring with youSpecial considerations EnglishTraveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerPreparing the computer What to bring with youSpecial considerations EnglishUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer EnglishEntering passwords EnglishEnglish Setting passwordsYou can set passwords using the BIOS Utility computer 2 Customizing myPage Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem EnglishBuilt-in network feature Universal Serial BusEnglish 2 Customizing my computerEnglish IEEE 1394 portPC Card slot English Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card English Upgrade optionsConnecting to Acer EasyPort replicator English Memory upgradeInstalling memory 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter English4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw 6 Turn on the computerUsing system utilities Notebook ManagerLaunch Manager 1 Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook ManagerBIOS Utility EnglishEnglish 2 Customizing my computer3 Troubleshooting my computerPage English Frequently-asked questionsNothing appears on the screen English Image is not full-screenNo audio is heard from the computer I want to set up my location to use the internal modem The keyboard does not respondThe printer does not work EnglishRequesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call 2 Click on Help and Support 3 Click on Contact AcerEnglish AddressTelephone number Machine and model type Serial number Date of purchase3 Troubleshooting my computer EnglishSpecifications Appendix AThis appendix lists the general specifications of your computer Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoWeight and dimensions Keyboard and pointing deviceI/O ports EnvironmentPower SystemOptions Battery pack 63Wh Li-Ion battery packAppendix A Specifications EnglishNotices Appendix BThis appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Notice Shielded cablesNotice Peripheral devices Use conditionsImportant safety instructions Modem noticesNotice Canadian users Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensEnglish 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the productEnglish Lithium battery statementLaser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeEnglish ADVARSELA-Tick notice EnglishIndex EnglishEnglish types