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Acer TravelMate 530 manual Using system utilities, Notebook Manager, Launch Manager, English

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44	2 Customizing my computer

Using system utilities

Notebook Manager

The computer has a built-in system setup program called Notebook Manager. The Windows-based Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords, the startup sequence of the drives, and power management settings. It also shows current hardware configurations.

To start the Notebook Manager, press Fn-F2or follow these steps:

1Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager.

2Select the Notebook Manager application to run the program. Click on Help for more information.

Launch Manager

Launch Manager allows you to set the five launch keys located above the keyboard. See “Launch Keys” on page 19 for the location of the launch key.

You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.

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Acer TravelMate 530 manual Using system utilities, Notebook Manager, Launch Manager, English

Contents

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 purchaseYour guides First things firstEnglish 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 occurs2 Customizing my computer 1 Getting to know your TravelMateContents 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 DescriptionDescription EnglishExternal display English Bottom viewDescription 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 OptionsLaunch Keys Wireless Communication ButtonEnglish E-Mail Detection Default applicationEnglish Launch keyTouchpad basics TouchpadEnglish English FunctionLeft button RightStorage Hard diskOptical drive Ejecting the optical drive trayUsing software Playing DVD moviesEnglish Region codeAudio Adjusting the volumeEnglish 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 EnglishYou can set passwords using the BIOS Utility Setting passwordsEnglish computer 2 Customizing myPage Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem EnglishBuilt-in network feature Universal Serial BusEnglish 2 Customizing my computerPC Card slot IEEE 1394 portEnglish Ejecting a PC Card Inserting a PC CardEnglish Connecting to Acer EasyPort replicator Upgrade optionsEnglish Installing memory Memory upgradeEnglish 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 Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsEnglish No audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenEnglish 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 productLaser compliance statement Lithium battery statementEnglish LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeEnglish ADVARSELA-Tick notice EnglishIndex EnglishEnglish types