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Acer TravelMate 8210 Owner's Manual

1. 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 4 Replace the battery pack 5 Turn on the computer and resume work 1 Save all necessary files 2 Close all applications 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 54 Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models Note Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center Acer Arcade Deluxe extends the capabilities of your Windows Media Center equipped system with a set of Acer utilities designed to make it easy to manage your multimedia files create your own customized content and more Arcade Deluxe includes the following utilities e VideoMagician e DV Wizard DVDivine VideoMagician 55 Remote control for selected models If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software the table below explains the functions 16 17 18 19 20 21 ab D D a ap a o a a ae es Na OW l 56 Remote functions ol NI GD Ul A WwW N 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 TeleText regions only Play Record Rewind Skip Backward Pause Recorded TV Guide Navigation OK buttons Mute Back Volume Start Color buttons TeleText Enter Power DVD Menu Stop Fast Forward Skip Forward Live TV Information Channel 0 9 buttons Clear Play selection Record TV
2. 4 56 7 8 910 Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Connects to a phone line Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs Lights up when the optical drive is active Ejects the optical disk from the drive Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off Accepts an ExpressCard 34 module Accepts one Type II PC Card Ejects the PC Card from the slot Right view 19 SmartCard slot Accepts the TravelMate SmartCard USB 2 0 port Ventilation slots Ethernet RJ 45 port External display VGA port Connects to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network for selected models Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector 20 Rear view DVI D port Supports digital video connections DVI D 2 o 124 pin Acer Connects to Acer ezDock C ezDock connector 3 E S video TV out port Connects to a television or display device with S video input 4 Battery Powers the computer DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter Base view By w N gt Ul Battery lock Battery bay Battery release latch Optical drive bay release latch Optical drive bay Hard disk bay Acer DASP Disk Anti Shock Protection Wireless LAN and memory compartments
3. Installing and removing the battery pack Important Before removing the battery from the unit connect the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer Otherwise turn off the computer first To install a battery pack 1 Align the battery with the open battery bay make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first and that the top surface of the battery is facing up 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in place 52 To remove a battery pack 1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay Charging the battery To charge the battery first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to a mains power outlet You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is charging However charging the battery with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Note You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with a fully charged battery Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level Rest the cursor over the battery power icon on the taskbar to see the battery s present charge level Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most
4. Fa U D H O D z O LLI Empowering Technology ae j i Sf Acer ePresentation Management Motebook LOD Only Projection GA 1024 8 768 pixels Projection Normal 800 x 600 pixels Note If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption decryption and also supports on the fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption password This password will be used to encrypt files by default or you can choose to enter your own password when encrypting a file oe O m m D O O to lt _ Acer eDataSecurity Management Initialize Supervisor Password The Supervisor Password serves two purposes 1 To grant access to the Personal Secure Disk 2 To provide you with a last resort to decrypt any files previously encrypted Please record and keep itin a secu
5. Hard Drive Protection Anti Theft Anti Theft Password ls Help About Exit Enter your original password and new password in the appropriate text boxes Confirm your new password Your password needs to be between four and twelve characters and should consist of letters and numbers You may also choose to setup a reminder for yourself Edit Password Original Passwora New Password O OE 4 12 characters Confirm Password Hint To avoid forgetting your password enter a password hint e g My birthday OK Cancel ee ee 43 Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual display compatible Note This feature is only available on certain models To enable the dual display feature of your notebook first ensure that a second display is connected then open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize Select the secondary monitor 2 icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend the desktop onto this monitor Finally click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arangement of your monitors Display 2 Multiple Monitors on OSSA OO v Screen resolution Color quality Highest 32 bit v 1280 by 1024 pixels Ck Ht
6. Network Memory ME and BIOS Acer KAMAAL ED A DE A A LDE KEAMANAN A MAA AMAA AMNA KAAM AAAA KRAMA AAM A KAMAA A A AAE MMMMMEEN MMMM A A A KAMA AAI KAAM AAAA AAA MMMMAM AKAMA KA KAMAA NAAA KRAMA MAANA MA MAAMA A AEA A 13 Windows Mobility Center T Windows Mobility Center arim p 90 available No display Mute plugged Connecte iip ran w ae lin 1l ie connected charging fa Power saver v Turn wireless off Connect display Volume Battery Status Wireless Network External Display No sync A 4 im Not presenting partnerships z Sync settings Turn on Syne Center Presentation Settings acer Customized by Acer Inc ib eon ee Bluetooth Off Z Divers and Disable Adddevice Launch Shared Folder Bluetooth Software Page The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile related system settings in one easy to find place so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations networks or activities Settings include display brightness power plan volume wireless networking on off external display settings display orientation and synchronization status Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device if applicable sharing folders overview sharing service on or off and a shortcut to the Acer user guide drivers and utilities To launch Windows Mobility Center e Use the sh
7. Reverse playback or go to previous picture Skip a section backward Pause playback Display Recorded TV page Display the Guide Navigate and confirm selections Toggle audio on off Move up one level in the UI Increase or decrease the audio playback level Open or close Media Center Teletext shortcut functions Turn teletext on or off Make the current input active Put in or wake from Standby mode Display DVD menu Stop current playing or recording operation Speed up playback or go to next picture Skip a section forward Show live TV on current channel Provide information for current selection Change the current channel Enter TV channel or other input Clear current input 5 Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe You can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media Center To do this scroll up down from the Main page to view the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities list and left right to select a utility To run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities outside of Windows Media Center double click the Acer Arcade Deluxe icon from the Windows desktop Note For detailed information about specific Acer Arcade Deluxe utiltiies use the built in help files VideoMagician VideoMagician allows you to edit video files in DAT DVR MS MPG MPE AVI ASF MPEG WMV VOB MPEG1 and MPEG2 formats on your computer VideoMagician offers multiple themes to create exciting movies in just a few simple steps When you launch VideoMag
8. 12 function keys four cursor keys two Windows keys hotkey controls embedded numeric keypad international language support Four easy launch buttons Two front access buttons WLAN LED button and Bluetooth LED button Intel High Definition audio support S PDIF Sony Philips Digital Interface support for digital sound systems Audio system with two built in speakers Ms Sound compatible Built in microphone 24 Communication I O interface Acer Video Conference featuring Acer Orbicam and optional Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone Acer Orbicam 1 3 megapixel CMOS camera LCD panel mounted featuring e 225 degree ergonomic rotation e Acer PrimaLite technology WPAN Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate WLAN Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG network connection dual band tri mode 802 11a b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology LAN Gigabit Ethernet Intel AMT Active Management Technology support Wake on LAN ready Modem 56K ITU V 92 with PTT approval Wake on Ring ready 124 pin Acer ezDock port ExpressCard 34 slot PC Card slot one Type II SmartCard slot 5 in 1 card reader SD MMC MS MS PRO xD Four USB 2 0 ports DVI D port IEEE 1394 port Fast infrared FIR port External display VGA port S Video TV out NTSC PAL port Headphones speaker line out jack with S PDIF support Microphone line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port D
9. Add Delete F Launch Manager Launch Merauper Auld Deew Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy launch buttons located above the keyboard Easy launch buttons on page 28 for the location of the easy launch buttons You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application 45 Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is an anti virus utility that can protect against viruses keeping your data safe and secure How do check for viruses 1 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon on the Windows desktop 2 Select Tasks amp Scans Select Run Scan to scan your system Tasks amp Scans c se os Run a Scan Scan your entire computer scan commonly infected areas or run a Help custom scan of drives folders or disks j Eya ull Sc Not Completed At Risk Run Quick Scan Not Completed RE LEPA s AULRA R LM Open FIX NOW Quick Links lt Support a 7 9 en Norton Account Help Technical Support Quick Tasks Run LiveUpdate Scan Now Jiew History 4 When the scan is complete review the results of the scan Note For optimal security run a Full System Scan when scanning your computer for the first time You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins i
10. Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Troubleshoot Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen To access this function please go to Start All Programs and click on Acer GridVista You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below Hi oo Double vertical Triple primary at left Triple primary at right or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned independently Acer GridVista is simple to set up 44 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well organized desktop gt lt NONE single O Double vertical lo Extend LH Triple primary at left H Triple primary at right HH Quad i Display 2 gt Options About Exit so iia m m gh D E i b re b Bere po fem n gt e ee ea Tasisi oe ana a Note Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is set to the manufacturer s recommended value Launch Manager 1 Launch Manager Betton Conkguraban Empower om Enpa ass _ Deter B E M l E Mail Manager Ad DH Y TA nerit Enesa J s
11. Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer 73 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard disk CD or DVD You can also backup restore the factory default image and reinstall applications and drivers Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions 1 Create backup 2 Burn backup disc 3 Restore and recovery This chapter will guide you through each process Note This feature is only available on certain models For systems that do not have a built in optical disc burner plug in an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for optical disc related tasks When using Acer eRecovery Management you may be prompted to enter the Empowering Technology password to proceed The Empowering Technology password is set using the Empowering Technology toolbar or when first running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management Create backup You can easily create full and fast incremental backup images of your system configuration to hard disk from the main Acer eRecovery Management screen Note Fast incremental Backup is only available after a Full Backup is made 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management 2 Inthe Acer eRecovery Man
12. a minimum separation of 15 3 centimeters 6 inches be maintained between wireless devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research Persons with pacemakers should do the following e Always keep the device more than 15 3 centimeters 6 inches from the pacemaker Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched o If you suspect interference switch off your device and move it Hearing aids Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids If interference occurs consult your service provider Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems electronic antiskid antilock braking systems electronic speed control systems and air bag systems For more information check with the manufacturer or its representative of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added Only qualified personnel should service the device or install the device in a vehicle Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device Check regularly that all wireless equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly Do not store or carry flammable liquids gases or explosive materials in the same compartment
13. as the device its parts or enhancements For vehicles equipped with an air bag remember that air bags inflate with great force Do not place objects including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft disrupt the wireless telephone network and may be illegal Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked They include below deck on boats chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as
14. eject the tray If your computer s optical drive is a slot load model it will not have an eject hole The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose The infrared port does not work Check the following e Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are facing each other 15 degrees a maximum of 1 meter apart e Make sure there is a clear path between the two infrared ports Nothing should be blocking the ports Make sure you have the appropriate software running on both devices for file transfers or you have the appropriate drivers for printing to an infrared printer During the POST press lt F2 gt to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared port is enabled Make sure both devices are IrDA compliant The printer does not work Check the following 48 Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer s parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer want to set up my location to use the internal modem To properly use your communication software e g HyperTerminal you need to set up your location 1 Click on Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double click on Phone and Modem O
15. excessive heat e Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation Allow the computer to return to room temperature and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer If the temperature change is greater than 10 C 18 F allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly If possible leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home you may want to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time you might also want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse Traveling with the computer When you are moving within a larger distance for instance from your office building to a client s office building or traveling locally Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area What to take with you Take the following items with you e AC adapter e Spare fully charged battery pack s e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 61 Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer ho
16. gt Restore minimized windows to the desktop lt E gt lt TAB gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D lt al gt lt SPACEBAR gt Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar lt CTRL gt lt au gt lt F gt Search for computers if you are on a network lt CTRL gt lt au gt lt TAB gt Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D Note Depending on your edition of Windows Vista some shortcuts may not function as described This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu 33 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen brightness volume output and the BIOS utility To activate hotkeys press and hold the lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination lt Fn gt lt F1 gt 9 Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys lt Fn gt lt F2 gt P Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings in Acer V Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 l Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower v Management Management in Acer Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 lt Fn gt lt F3 gt lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Z Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep Z mode lt Fn gt lt F5 gt Display toggle Switches display output ia between the di
17. move up down left right Note When using the touchpad keep it and your fingers dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness Note By default vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your touchpad It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel 31 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad separate cursor lock Windows function and special keys Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off mioo Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric lt Fn gt lt F11 gt mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution would be to connect an external keypad Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down lt Fn gt lt F12 gt when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the key
18. of the device b Operation in 2 4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing c Operation in 5 GHz band The device for the band 5150 5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users meaning they have priority of 5250 5350 MHz and 5650 5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and or damage to LELAN Licence Exempt Local Area Network devices 85 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local manufacturer importer is responsible for this declaration Product name Model number Machine type SKU number Name of responsible party Address of responsible party Contact person Tel Fax Notebook PC ZC1 TravelMate 8210 8200 TravelMate 821xxx 820xxx Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 USA Mr Young Kim 408 922 2909 408 922 2606 86 CEO Declaration of Conformity We Acer Computer Shanghai Limited 3F No 168 X
19. stiffness or tightness e coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and or pain related to computer use consult a physician immediately and inform your company s health and safety department The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use X Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips e refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture e avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward e stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles e take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders e avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach e if you view your monitor more than your documents place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses glare excessive room lighting poorly focused screens very small typefaces and low contrast displays could stress your eyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain Eyes e Rest your eyes frequently e Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a dista
20. the adapter to any other device Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating XIV Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries e Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these steps 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Usea soft moist cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners If either of the following occurs e the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged e the computer does not operate normally please refer to Frequently asked questions on page 46 Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information vi Operating environment vi Medical devices vi Vehicles vii Potenti
21. the country you are traveling in 62 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of Learn how to protect and take care of your computer Security features include hardware and software locks a security notch and passwords Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the chassis of the computer lets you connect a Kensington compatible computer security lock Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data e Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility Once set you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility See BIOS utility on page 70 User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from Hibernation for maximum security Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from Hibernation for maximum security Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password If you forget
22. the slot CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing follow these instructions Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings Decrease the volume if you can t hear people speaking near you iV Warnings Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will
23. will be displayed in the task tray Move your cursor over the icon to identify Acer GraviSense Left click or right click on the icon to open a context menu Hard Drive Protection Anti Theft Anti Theft Password Help About Exit Acer GraviSense Protecting the HDD Activate this feature by right clicking on the tray icon and selecting Hard Drive Protection Hard Drive Protection N Anti Theft Anti Theft Password Help About Exit J Selecting this function will halt data transactions to the HDD in the event that any vibration or movement which exceeds the level tolerated by the HDD is detected Acer GraviSense Shock or vibration detected HDD protected 39 Anti Theft Activate this feature by right clicking on the tray icon and selecting Anti Theft Hard Drive Protection Anti Theft N Anti Theft Password Help About Exit When enabled this feature will sound an alarm if your notebook is moved This feature is password protected to prevent unauthorized access The first time you activate this function you will be prompted to set a new password Create Password This is the first launch of Anti Theft You must set up a password before using this utility Password fo 4 12 characters com Hint To avoid forgetting your password enter a password hint e g My birthday ER il Sancel ee a Your password needs to be between four and twelve charact
24. 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next call attempt Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of another This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing Use of pulse dialing when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a false answer condition Should such problems occur the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service This equipment may not provide for the effective hand over of a call to another device connected to the same line Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate Please ensure that a separate telephone not dependent o
25. 70 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run it To activate the BIOS utility press lt F2 gt during the POST while the notebook PC logo is being displayed Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen Enable disk to disk recovery To enable disk to disk recovery hard disk recovery activate the BIOS utility then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the lt F5 gt and lt F6 gt keys to set this value to Enabled Password To set a password on boot activate the BIOS utility then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen Find Password on boot and use the lt F5 gt and lt F6 gt keys to enable this feature 71 Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay you can play DVD movies on your computer 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disk then close the DVD tray Important When you launch the DVD player for the first time the program asks you to enter the region code DVD disks are divided into 6 region
26. C in jack for AC adapter Security Software Options and accessories 25 TravelMate SmartCard solution Acer DASP Disk Anti Shock Protection including Acer GraviSense and Anti Theft HDD protection technologies Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords Acer Empowering Technology Acer eNet Management Acer ePower Management Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Acer GridVista Acer Arcade Deluxe Acer Launch Manager PlatinumSecret suite Norton Internet Security Adobe Reader CyberLink PowerDVD CyberLink PowerProducer NTI CD Maker Note Software listed above is for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Acer ezDock Acer ezDock Lite Acer MediaBay 100 120 160 GB 2nd hard disk drive module Acer MediaBay 6 cell Li ion 2nd battery pack Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone 512 MB or 1 GB DDR2 533 667 MHz soDIMM memory 9 cell Li ion battery pack 3 pin 90 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive W cable for connecting to printer serial PS 2 26 Environment Temperature e Operating 5 C to 35 C e Non operating 20 C to 65 C Humidity non condensing e Operating 20 to 80 e Non operating 20 to 80 System e 6 Wi Fi compliance e ACPI Mobile PC 2002 DMI 2 0 Warra
27. CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Disk boot failure Insert a system bootable disk into the floppy drive A then press lt Enter gt to reboot Equipment Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility configuration error then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service center type error I O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard errororno Contact your dealer or an authorized service center keyboard connected Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service center error Memory size mismatch Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility 76 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in acc
28. TravelMate 8210 8200 Series User s Guide Copyright 2006 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate 8210 8200 Series User s Guide Original Issue 11 2006 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronically mechanically by photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated TravelMate 8210 8200 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other companies product names or trademarks are used herein for
29. User backup image e From previously created CD DVD e Reinstall applications drivers 11 Empowering Technology ey Acer eRecovery Management Full Backup Fast Backup ABbojouude Hulwamoduwy Backup Points Hamme Time For more information please refer to Acer eRecovery Management on page 73 in the AcerSystem User s Guide Note If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD please use Acer eRecovery Management s System backup to optical disc feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management detach all peripherals except the external Acer ODD if your computer has one including your Acer ezDock 12 Acer eSettings Management ksd Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications set BIOS passwords and modify boot options Acer eSettings Management also Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation Prints and saves hardware specifications e Lets you set an asset tag for your system gt O Fa U D H O fa D z O LLI Empowering Technology iy Acer eSettings Management Video Summary Processor Manufacturer Product Name Operating System Chipset Processor System hlemory Hard Drive 1 COMDYD Drive 1 Video Video Memory Audio Ethernet Card 1 wireless LAM Card 1 Serial Fort Asset Tag
30. Ventilation slots and cooling fan 21 Locks the battery in position Houses the computer s battery pack Releases the battery for removal Releases the optical drive for removal Houses the computer s optical drive Houses the computer s hard disk secured with screws Protects the hard disk drive from shocks and bumps Houses the computer s WLAN and main memory secured with screws Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan 22 Specifications Operating e Windows Vista Business sytem e Windows Vista Ultimate Platform Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology featuring System memory Display and graphics e Intel Core Duo processor T2300 T2400 T2500 T2600 2MB L2 cache 1 66 1 83 2 2 16 GHz 667 MHz FSB for TM8200 Series Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7200 T7400 T7600 4MB L2 cache 2 0 2 16 2 33 GHz 667 MHz FSB and T5500 T5600 2 MB L2 cache 1 66 1 83 GHz 667 MHz FSB supporting Intel EM64T for TM8210 Series Intel 945PM Express chipset Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG network connection dual band tri mode 802 11a b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology 512 MB 1GB or 2 GB of DDR2 533 667 MHz memory upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules dual channel support 15 4 WSXGA TFT LCD 1680 x 1050 resolution 16 7 million colors supp
31. agement window select the type of backup you want to create using Full or Fast 3 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 74 Burn backup disc Using the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management you can burn the factory default image a user backup image the current system configuration or an application backup image to CD or DVD 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management Switch to the Burn Disc page by selecting the Burn Disc button Select the type of backup factory default user current system application you would like to burn to disc Choosing to burn a user backup will burn your most recently created backup image to disc 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note Create a factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disc that contains your computer s entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory If you wish to have a disc that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications create an application backup image instead this disc will not be bootable Restore and recovery The restore and recovery features allow you to restore or recover the system from a factory default image from a user created image or from previously created CD and DVD backups You can also reinstall applications and drivers
32. ally explosive environments vii Emergency calls viii Disposal instructions viii Tips and information for comfortable use iX First things first xii Your guides xii Basic care and tips for using your computer xii Turning your computer on and off xii Taking care of your computer xiii Taking care of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front view 16 Left view 18 Right view 19 Rear view 20 Base view 21 Specifications 22 Indicators 27 Easy launch buttons 28 Touchpad 29 Touchpad basics 29 Using the keyboard 31 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 31 Windows keys 32 Hotkeys 33 Special keys 35 Contents Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Acer GraviSense Using Acer GraviSense Protecting the HDD Anti Theft Anti Theft Password Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual display compatible Launch Manager Norton Internet Security Frequently asked questions Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Before you call Battery pack Battery pack charac
33. board legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Number keys on Type numbers in a normal embedded keypad manner Cursor control keys Hold lt Shift gt while using Hold lt Fn gt while using on embedded keypad cursor control keys cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold lt Fn gt while typing Type the letters in a letters on embedded keypad normal manner 32 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions ae Windows key m Application key Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions lt All gt Open or close the Start menu lt au gt lt D gt Display the desktop lt al gt lt E gt Open Windows Explore lt al gt lt F gt Search for a file or folder lt au gt lt G gt Cycle through Sidebar gadgets lt All gt lt L gt Lock your computer if you are connected to a network domain or switch users if you re not connected to a network domain lt A gt lt M gt Minimizes all windows lt al gt lt R gt Open the Run dialog box lt al gt lt T gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar lt E gt lt U gt Open Ease of Access Center lt All gt lt X gt Open Windows Mobility Center lt au gt lt BREAK gt Display the System Properties dialog box lt au gt lt SHIFT M
34. e grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set If you need to replace the power cord set make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent 4 6 meters 15 feet maximum length Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when e the power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed liquid was spilled into the product e the product was exposed to rain or water e the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged e the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service e the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition Replacing the battery pack T
35. e the following information Name Telephone number ____ a _ ae Machine and model type Serial number 50 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics e Employs current battery technology standards e Delivers a battery low warning The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter Your computer supports charge in use enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer However recharging with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will degrade over time This means that the battery s performance will diminish with time and use To maximize your battery s life you are advised to adhere to the recommendations set out below Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use a battery pack for the first time there is a conditioning process that you should follow Insert the new battery without turning the computer on Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery Disconnect the AC adapter Tu
36. ely e Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily For more information right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar then select the Help or Tutorial function Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management you must initialize the Empowering Technology password Right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar and select Password Setup to do so If you have not initialized the Empowering Technology password and run Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management you will be asked to create it Note If you lose the Empowering Technology password there is no way to reset it except by reformatting your system Make sure to remember or write down your password oe O m m D O O to lt gt O Fa U D H O D z O LLI Acer eNet Management k3 Acer eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of locations To access this utility select Acer eNet Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar or run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu You can also set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new location while offering you the option to manually adjust the sett
37. ers and should consist of letters and numbers Once you ve set the password the Anti Theft feature will be activated 40 If you enter a password that is invalid for any reason you will be prompted to try a new password Guarded by GraviSense Technology JECUUOIOS When activated Acer GraviSense will show a full screen image and a password window Guarded by GraviSense Tec hno S6Pe IEC Please enter password to disable Anti Theft password OK When activated the Anti Theft feature will disable the following functions 41 Alt Tab Ctrl Shift Esc Ctrl Alt Del Windows keys Task bar Function keys When activated the settings below will be changed to do nothing your personal settings will be recovered once the Anti Theft function is disabled Power button Sleep button Close the lid If the system detects any movement when this function is active the system will emit a beeping sound as a warning and prompt you to enter the password accr Guarded by Gravi5ense Technology aa S Unauthorized movement Enter password to stop the alarm password a a Note Please remember the password as you will need it in order to change your password in the future Note You need to disable the Task Manager before setting the Anti Theft function 42 Anti Theft Password Activate this feature by right clicking on the tray icon and selecting Anti Theft Password
38. es Floppy Drive Devices 3 5 inch floppy drives only To use Acer eLock Management the Empowering Technology password must be set first Once set you can apply locks to any of the devices types Lock s will immediately be set without any reboot necessary and will remain after rebooting until removed Note If you lose the Empowering Technology password there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your system Make sure to remember or write down your password r a J Empowering Technology Acer eLock Management Removable Storage Devices Optical Drive Devices Floppy Drive Devices oe O m m D O O to lt gt O Fa U D H O D z O LLI 10 Acer eRecovery Management a Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility It allows you to create full or incremental backups burn the factory default image to optical disc and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers By default user created backups are stored to the D drive Acer eRecovery Management provides you with e Password protection Empowering Technology password e Full and incremental backups to hard disk or optical disc e Creation of backups e Factory default image e User backup image s Current system configuration e Application backup e Restore and recovery e Factory default image e
39. etwork 65 D display hotkeys 33 troubleshooting 46 DVD 71 DVD movies playing 71 E error messages 75 Euro 35 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 46 front view 16 H Hibernation mode hotkey 33 hotkeys 33 l IEEE 1394 port 66 infrared 65 K keyboard 31 embedded numeric keypad 31 hotkeys 33 lock keys 31 troubleshooting 47 Windows keys 32 L left view 16 M media access On indicator 27 memory installing 69 messages error 75 modem 64 N network 65 Notebook Manager hotkey 33 num lock 31 on indicator 27 numeric keypad embedded 31 P password 62 types 62 PC Card 67 ejecting 67 inserting 67 ports 64 printer troubleshooting 47 problems 46 CD ROM 47 display 46 keyboard 47 printer 47 startup 46 troubleshooting 75 Q questions setting location for modem use 48 89 S safety CD or DVD 80 modem notices 77 scroll lock 31 security keylock 36 62 passwords 62 speakers hotkey 34 troubleshooting 47 support information 49 T touchpad 29 hotkey 34 using 29 30 travel international flights 61 local trips 60 troubleshooting 75 tips 75 U universal serial bus 66 V view front 18 left 18 rear 20 right 19 volume adjusting 37 W Windows keys 32
40. fer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery Important This feature occupies 10 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide Please consult http global acer com Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your support we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen or the number and sequence in the case of beeps You are required to provid
41. for your Acer system 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Restore button Select the backup point you would like to restore from You can also choose to recover the system from a factory default image recover from a previously created CD DVD or reinstall applications and drivers 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 75 Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the computer yourself contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 49 Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center
42. ge 76 in the AcerSystem User s Guide xii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook we have designed a set of guides First off the Just for Starters poster helps you get started with setting up your computer The printed User s Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive please refer to the AcerSystem User s Guide This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and troubleshooting In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook It is available in Portable Document Format PDF and comes preloaded on your notebook Follow these steps to access it 1 Click on Start All Programs AcerSystem 2 Click on AcerSystem User s Guide Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader If Adobe Reader is not installed on your computer clicking on AcerSystem User s Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation For instructions on how to use Adobe Reader access the Help and Support menu Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer simply pre
43. he notebook uses lithium batteries Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries vi Telephone line safety Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and or before servicing e To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning do not connect the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms Warning For safety reasons do not use non compliant parts when adding or changing components Consult your reseller for purchase options Additional safety information Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts Keep them out of the reach of small children Operating environment Warning For safety reasons turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your laptop under the following conditions These devices may include but are not limited to wireless lan WLAN Bluetooth and or 3G Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger Use the device only in its normal operating positions This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normall
44. ht speakers deliver stereo audio output 2 Latch Locks and releases the lid 3 ro Power indicator Indicates the computer s power status 4 B Battery indicator Indicates the computer s batttery status 5 mmm 5 in 1 card reader Accepts MultiMediaCard MMC Secure Sz Digital SD xD Picture Card Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO Saint Note Onl d te at pang ote Only one card can operate at any given time z PRD 6 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e e g audio CD player stereo walkman 17 7 Microphone jack Accepts input from external Pa microphones 8 Headphones speaker Connects to audio line out devices C line out jack with e g speakers headphones SPDIF S PDIF support 9 Bluetooth Press to enable disable the Bluetooth communication function Indicates the status of button indicator Bluetooth communication optional 10 Wireless Press to enable disable the wireless communication function Indicates the status of wireless e button indicator LAN communication optional 11 4 pin IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices 12 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices e g infrared printer and IR aware computer 18 Left view 10 Kensington lock slot Two USB 2 0 ports Modem RJ 11 port Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole ExpressCard 34 slot PC Card slot PC Card slot eject button
45. ician to edit a video the Select Videos page opens DV Wizard DV Wizard provides real time preview and capture from DV camcorders and webcams to your computer s hard drive or directly burned to DVD DV Wizard also supports the capture of High Definition video to your computer s hard disk in the DVD format Attach your DV camcorder or web cam to your computer and then start DV Wizard to begin DVDivine DVDivine is a handy utility for quickly creating DVDs or other discs containing video pictures or music In just a few easy steps you can design organize then burn your disc When you start DVDivine the Select Media page appears allowing you to select the kind of media that you want to include on your disc You can select Videos Pictures or Music 58 Taking your notebook PC with you 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 1 Save any open files Remove any media floppy disks or compact disks from the drive s Shut down the computer Close the display cover Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter nu A WU N Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer Moving around When you are just moving within short distance
46. identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Keep this document for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer If the system has multiple sources of power disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet CAUTION for Dummy Card of PCMCIA amp Express Slot Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the PCMCIA amp Express slot Dummies protect unused slots from dust metal object or other particles Save the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in
47. iechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified Notice for New Zealand 1 79 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom nor does it provide any sort of warranty Above all it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network services This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s Specifications a There shall be no more than
48. ied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse keyboard e EN300 220 3 V1 1 1 2000 Applied to models with 27MHz 82 wireless mouse keyboard EN301 511 V9 0 2 2003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908 1 V2 2 1 2003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908 2 V2 2 1 2003 Applied to models with 3G CE 83 List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows 1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option devices that are included in the user s manual of each RF option device Caution To comply with FCC RF exposure complia
49. ing the optical CD or DVD drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on Insert a clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington compatible security slot for a security lock Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available 37 Audio The computer comes with 32 bit Intel High Definition HD audio and dual stereo speakers Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons See Hotkeys on page 33 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume 38 Acer GraviSense Acer GraviSense is an innovative utility designed to further protect your data by automatically moving the read write heads of your Acer notebook s hard disk away from the storage disk this is known as parking the heads in the event that sudden motion is detected Acer GraviSense can also be set to activate an alarm in case your notebook is moved by an unauthorized person Using Acer GraviSense You can launch Acer GraviSense in a number of ways e From the Start menu go to Start gt All Programs gt Acer GraviSense e When Acer GraviSense is running an icon 5
50. ings to match your needs Empowering Technology z Acer eNet Management Current Profile de WLAN Connected C Wi Fi in Fange SUNI Fi Methwork s Wi Fi Network WIS 15FD2 Connection Speed 11 Mbps LAN Connected Connect to MIS 15F O02 successful i Main E Profile Manager a Settings Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another Settings stored include network connection settings IP and DNS settings wireless AP details etc as well as default printer settings Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information Empowering Technology ey Acer eNet Management Profile Manager Auto oe O m m D O O to lt a Main D Profile sdci Settings gt O Fa U D H O D z O LLI Acer ePower Management El Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management options To access this utility select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu or right click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management Using power plans Acer ePower Managemen
51. izang medium road Huangpu District Shanghai China Contact Person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3000 E mail easy lai acer com tw Hereby declare that Product Personal Computer Trade Name Acer Model Number ZH3 Machine Type TravelMate 8210 8200 SKU Number TravelMate 821xxx 820xxx x 0 9 a z orA Z Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements EMC Directive 89 336 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards EN55022 1998 A1 2000 A2 2003 AS NZS CISPR22 2002 Class B EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 EN61000 3 2 2000 Class D EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 EN55013 2001 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function EN55020 2002 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard e EN60950 1 2001 EN60065 2002 applied to models with TV function Council Decision 98 482 EC CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment 87 LCD panel ergonomic specificati
52. me follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling e Always take the computer as carry on luggage If possible have the computer inspected by hand Airport security X ray machines are safe but do not put the computer through a metal detector e Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors Traveling internationally with the computer When you are moving from country to country Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling What to bring with you Bring the following items with you e AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling e Spare fully charged battery packs e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer e Proof of purchase in case you need to show it to customs officials International Travelers Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these tips are useful when traveling internationally e When traveling in another country check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible If not purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer If you are using the modem check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of
53. n local power is available for emergency use 80 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product The CD or DVD drive s classification label shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D OUVERTURE EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEOFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN PRODUCTO LASER DE LA CLASE ADVERTENCIA RADIACION LASER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING VEDABNING SE IKKE IND STRALEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSATEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR PPNAD ALA TUIJOTA SATEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING NAR DEKSEL APNESSTIRR IKKE INN STRALEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction Macrovision copyright protection notice U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 819 098 4 907 093 5 315 448 and 6 516 132 This product incorporates co
54. nager on page 44 e Acer Empowering Technology user programmable Mail Email application user programmable Web browser Internet browser user programmable P User programmable 29 Touchpad The touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad Tt 2 3 4 e Move your finger across the touchpad 2 to move the cursor e Press the left 1 and right 4 buttons located below the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button Use the 4 way scroll 3 button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications 30 Execute Select Drag Access context menu Scroll Cy Quickly click Tap twice at the same twice speed as double clicking a mouse button Click once Tap once Click and hold Tap twice at the same then use speed as double clicking finger on the a mouse button rest touchpad to your finger on the drag the touchpad on the second cursor tap and drag the cursor Click once Click and hold to
55. nce requirements a separation distance of at least 20 cm 8 inches must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons Auxiliary Main Note The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to ensure good quality radiocommunication 84 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation
56. nges in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment If they do you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord TBR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR 21 for single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and L
57. nt point e Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Display Keep your display clean Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display e Adjust the display brightness and or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity e Eliminate glare and reflections by e placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds using a task light e changing the display s viewing angle using a glare reduction filter using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front edge e Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle e Avoid looking at bright light sources such as open windows for extended periods of time xi Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Warning We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed If this is unavoidable work for only short periods take breaks regularly and do some stretching exercises Note For more information please refer to Regulations and safety notices on pa
58. nty One year International Travelers Warranty ITW Note The specifications listed above are for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased 27 Indicators The computer has seven easy to read status indicators including four on the front panel The power battery Bluetooth and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed amp HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active NZ m Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated R Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated 0 Power Indicates the computer s power status Battery Indicates the computer s batttery status Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication Q e c 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged The light shows green when in AC mode 28 Easy launch buttons Located above the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called easy launch buttons They are mail Web browser Empowering Key lt gt and one user programmable button Press lt gt to run the Acer Empowering Technology Please see Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 The mail and Web browser buttons are pre set to email and Internet programs but can be reset by users To set the Web browser mail and programmable buttons run the Acer Launch Manager See Launch Ma
59. ons Design viewing distance 500 mm Design inclination angle 0 0 Design azimuth angle 90 0 Viewing direction range class Class IV Screen tilt angle 85 0 Design screen illuminance Illuminance level 250 250cosa Ix where a 85 Color Source D65 Reflection class of LCD panel Ordinary LCD Class positive and negative polarity Protective or Acer CrystalBrite LCD Class III Image polarity Both Reference white Yn Pre setting of luminance and e u n color temperature 6500K vin tested under BM7 Pixel fault class Class Il 88 Index A AC adapter caring for xiii audio adjusting the volume 37 troubleshooting 47 B battery pack battery low warning 53 caring for xiv characteristics 50 charging 52 checking charge level 52 installing 51 low conditions 53 maximizing life 50 optimizing 52 removing 52 using the first time 50 BIOS utility 70 brightness hotkeys 34 C caps lock 31 on indicator 27 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD ROM ejecting manually 47 troubleshooting 47 charging checking level 52 cleaning computer xiv computer caring for xiii cleaning xiv disconnecting 58 features 15 43 indicators 27 keyboards 31 moving around 58 on indicator 17 27 security 62 setting up a home office 60 taking home 59 traveling internationally 61 traveling on local trips 60 troubleshooting 75 turning off xiii connections n
60. ordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two condi
61. ortcut key lt u gt lt X gt e Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel e Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the Start menu oe O m m D O O to lt 14 Abojouysa Hulywamodwyz 15 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters poster let us show you around your new Acer notebook Front view 1 Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 3 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 4 Camera Captures photos and videos Easy launch Buttons for launching frequently used programs buttons See Easy launch buttons on page 28 for more details 16 6 Power button Turns the computer on and off Status Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the indicators status of the computer s functions and components Keyboard For entering data into your computer Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse 10 Click buttons The left and right buttons function like the left and left center right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way and right scroll button Closed front view ca MM miT me a et oe es O S a aM 1 345 678 9101112 1 Speakers Left and rig
62. orting simultaneous multi window viewing via Acer GridVista e ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 with 256 MB dedicated GDDR3 VRAM supporting ATI HyperMemory PowerPlay 5 0 Microsoft DirectX 9 0 and PCI Express e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display with LCD panel resolution at 70 Hz refresh rate Up to 2048 x 1536 resolution on non interlaced CRT display MPEG 2 DVD hardware assisted capability S Video TV out NTSC PAL support DVI D true digital video interface support Storage subsystem Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Input devices Audio 23 80 100 120 160 GB SATA hard disk drive with Acer DASP Disk Anti Shock Protection Acer MediaBay for hot swappable optical drive module e 8X DVD Super Multi double layer 1X Blue Ray drive 5 in 1 card reader supporting Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO and xD Picture Card xD 364 W x 271 D x 26 3 38 H mm 14 33 x 10 66 x 1 03 1 49 inches 3 0 kg 6 6 Ibs ACPI 3 0 CPU power management standard supports Standby and Hibernation power saving modes 87 W 7800 mAh 9 cell Li ion battery pack and optional 42 W 3800 mAh 6 cell Li ion 2 battery pack Acer QuicCharge technology e 80 charge in 1 hour e 2 hour rapid charge system off e 2 5 hour charge in use 3 pin 90 W AC adapter 88 89 key Acer FineTouch keyboard Touchpad with 4 way scroll button
63. out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below e Purchase an extra battery pack e Use AC power whenever possible reserving battery for on the go use e Eject a PC Card if it is not being used as it will continue to draw power for selected model e Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C to 30 C Higher temperatures cause the battery to self discharge faster e Excessive recharging decreases the battery life e Look after your AC adapter and battery 53 Battery low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter Warning Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery low warning appears Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down When the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation The AC adapter and a power outlet are available An extra fully charged battery pack is available The AC adapter or a power outlet is unavailable You have no spare battery pack 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then connect to the mains power supply 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly Save all necessary files 2 Close all applications
64. p Burn backup disc Restore and recovery Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips Error messages Regulations and safety notices FCC notice Modem notices Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EU The FCC RF safety requirement 60 60 61 61 61 61 61 62 62 62 63 63 64 64 64 65 65 66 66 67 68 69 70 70 70 70 71 71 72 73 73 74 74 75 75 75 76 76 77 80 80 80 81 81 81 83 Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index 84 85 86 87 88 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system Displayed by default in the upper half of your screen it provides access to the following utilities e Acer eNet Management hooks up to location based networks intelligently e Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans e Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings e Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption e Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media e Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and complet
65. pe II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer These cards should have a PC Card logo on them PC Cards formerly PCMCIA are add on cards for portable computers giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs Popular PC Cards include flash fax data modem wireless LAN and SCSI cards CardBus improves on the 16 bit PC card technology by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits Note Refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions Inserting a PC Card Insert the card into the slot and make the proper connections e g network cable if necessary See your card manual for details ii 1T Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card 1 Exit the application using the card 2 Left click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation 3 Press the slot eject button to pop out the eject button then press it again to eject the card 68 ExpressCard The ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card It is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and expandability of your computer ExpressCards support a vast number of expansion options including flash memory card adapters TV tuners Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B adapters ExpressCards support USB 2 0 and PCI Express applications Important There are two types Ex
66. play back to the computer If the Sleep indicator is lit the computer is in Sleep mode Press and release the power button to resume Image is not full screen Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the screen If you set the resolution lower than this native resoution the screen expands to fill the computer display Right click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box Then click on the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is set to the appropriate resolution Resolutions lower than the specified resolution are not full screen on the computer or on an external monitor 47 No audio is heard from the computer Check the following e The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control speaker icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click on the icon and deselect the Mute all option e The volume level may be too low In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume See Hotkeys on page 33 for more detail If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the power There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip into the hole and push to
67. power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to 50 less energy than conventional equipment More information refers to http www energystar gov and http Awww energystar gov powermangement As an ENERGY STAR partner Acer Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency This product has been shipped enabled for power management e Activate display Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity e Activate computer s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity e Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer Long work periods bad posture poor work habits stress inadequate working conditions personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders The following symptoms may appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back numbness or a burning or tingling sensation e aching soreness or tenderness pain swelling or throbbing e
68. pressCard 54 54mm and 34mm and ExpressCard 34 34mm only each with different functions Not all ExpressCard slots will support both types Please refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions Inserting an ExpressCard Insert the card into the slot and push gently until it clicks into position EXPRESS CARD Ejecting an ExpressCard Before ejecting an ExpressCard 1 Exit the application using the card 2 Left click on the remove hardware icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation 3 Push the card gently into the slot and release to pop out the card Then pull the card free from the slot Note Illustrations are for reference only Actual product specifications may very 69 Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 1 Turn off the computer unplug the AC adapter if connected and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over to access its base 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover then lift up and remove the memory cover 3 a Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot then b gently press it down until it clicks into place 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw 5 Reinstall the battery pack and reconnect the AC adapter 6 Turn on the computer The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer
69. probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices HDD Optical drive and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Do not overload a power outlet strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices The overall system load must not exceed 80 of the branch circuit rating If power strips are used the load should not exceed 80 of the power strip s input rating This product s AC adapter is equipped with a three wire grounded plug The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug Do not insert the plug into a non grounded power outlet Contact your electrician for details Warning The grounding pin is a safety feature Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and or injury V Note Th
70. propane or butane and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders Vill Emergency calls Warning You cannot make emergency calls through this device To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone or other telephone call system Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment please recycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit http global acer com about sustainability htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD CRT monitor or display Lamp s inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local state or federal laws For more information contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org For lamp specific disposal information check www lamprecycle org ENERGY STAR is a government program public private partnership that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency EPA and the US Department of Energy DOE In the average home 75 of all electricity used to
71. ptions 3 Click on Dialing Rules and begin setting up your location Refer to the Windows manual Note Please note on first booting your notebook that you can skip the Internet Connection setup as it is not necessary to complete the installation of your Operating System After the Operating System is set up you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs Note If your system is the multilingual version the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations This recovery process helps you restore the C drive with the original software content that is installed when you purchase your notebook Follow the steps below to rebuild your C drive Your C drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased It is important to back up all data files before using this option Before performing a restore operation please check the BIOS settings 1 Check to see if Acer disk to disk recovery is enabled or not 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate the BIOS utility press lt F2 gt during POST 49 To start the recovery process 1 Restart the system 2 While the Acer logo is showing press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt at the same time to enter the recovery process 3 Re
72. pyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited 81 Radio device regulatory notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices European Union EU R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard e Article 3 1 a Health and Safety e EN60950 1 2001 e E N50371 2002 e EN50360 2002 Applied to models with 3G function Article 3 1 b EMC EN301 489 1 V1 4 1 2002 e EN301 489 17 V1 2 1 2002 e EN301 489 3 V1 4 1 2002 Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse keyboard e EN301 489 7 V1 2 1 2002 Applied to models with 3G function e EN301 489 24 V1 2 1 2002 Applied to models with 3G function e Article 3 2 Spectrum Usages EN300 328 V1 5 1 2004 EN301 893 V1 2 3 2003 e EN300 220 1 V1 3 1 2000 Appl
73. re place and never disclose itto anyone Initialize Supervisor Password Enter Supervisor Password Confirm password Note The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it If you lose the password the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file If you lose both passwords there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file Be sure to safeguard all related passwords gt O Fa U D H O D z O LLI gt Acer eDataSecurity Management File Decryption P Acer eDataSecurity Management File Encryption Enter a password 4 to 12 characters 2 Confirm password Files already encrypted will not be encrypted again Powered by Gegi Warning on Desktop Search Tools Powered ty Gegis e eT Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage optical and floppy drive devices to ensure that data can t be stolen while your system is unattended e Removable Storage Devices includes USB disk drives USB pen drives USB flash drives USB MP3 drives USB memory card readers IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable storage devices that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system e Optical Drive Devices includes any kind of CD ROM DVD ROM HD DVD or Blu ray drive devic
74. rn on the computer and operate using battery power Fully deplete the battery until the battery low warning appears num A WN Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again 51 Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times Use this conditioning process for all new batteries or if a battery hasn t been used for a long time If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge Failure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery In addition the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns e Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted If you want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove the battery pack after it is fully charged e Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described above e Frequent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach the end of its effective life A standard computer battery has a life span of about 300 charges
75. s Once your DVD drive is set to a region code it will play DVD disks of that region only You can set the region code a maximum of five times including the first time after which the last region code set will remain permanent Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set Refer to the table below for DVD movie region code information 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds USA Canada Europe Middle East South Africa Japan Southeast Asia Taiwan South Korea Latin America Australia New Zealand Former USSR parts of Africa India Ov Ul A WwW N People s Republic of China Note To change the region code insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive Please refer to the online help for more information 72 Power management This computer has a built in power management unit that monitors system activity System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices keyboard mouse hard disk peripherals connected to the computer and video memory If no activity is detected for a period of time called an inactivity timeout the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the advanced configuration and power interface ACPI which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time
76. s 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 Click on Start Turn Off Computer then click on Turn Off Windows XP Or You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Then close and latch the display When you are ready to use the computer again unlatch and open the display then press and release the power button 59 Note If the Sleep indicator is off the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is on the computer has entered Sleep mode In both cases press and release the power button to turn the computer back on Note that the computer may enter Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time What to bring to meetings If your meeting is relatively short you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than your computer If your meeting will be longer or if your battery is not fully charged you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room If
77. splay screen external monitor if connected and both lt Fn gt lt F6 gt Pe Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return 34 lt Fn gt lt F7 gt lt Fn gt lt F8 gt lt Fn gt lt t gt lt Fn gt lt gt lt Fn gt lt gt gt lt Fn gt lt gt a A A Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Volume down Brightness up Brightness down Turns the internal touchpad on and off Turns the speakers on and off Increases the sound volume Decreases the sound volume Increases the screen brightness Decreases the screen brightness 35 Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either press lt gt at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Alt Gr gt and then press the lt 5 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard Note Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography fag faqi12 htm for more information The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either press lt gt at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Shift gt and then press the lt 4 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard Note This function varies according to the language settings 36 Eject
78. ss and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy launch buttons See Front view on page 15 for the location of the power button xiii To turn the power off do any of the following Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down Use the power button You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover or by pressing the sleep hotkey lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again wait at least two seconds before powering up Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt Never place objects on top of the computer Do not slam the computer display when you close it Never place the computer on uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter Do not connect
79. t comes with three predefined power plans Balanced High performance and Power saver You can also create customized power plans You can create switch between edit delete and restore power plans as described below View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs You can open Windows power options by clicking More Power Options Note You cannot delete the predefined power plans To create a new power plan Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon H 2 Enter a name for your new power plan 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on 4 If necessary change the display and sleep settings you want your computer to use 5 Click OK to save your new power plan To switch between power plans 1 Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop down list 2 Click Apply To edit a power plan Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed You can also turn on off system components to extend battery life 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to edit 2 Adjust settings as required 3 Click Apply to save your new settings To delete a power plan You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using If you want to delete the active power plan switch to another one first 1 Select the po
80. t runs in the background so that you do not have to stop working For more information refer to the Norton Internet Security help files 46 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer Easy solutions are provided for each one turned on the power but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator If it is not lit no power is being supplied to the computer Check the following If you are using on the battery it may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet If it is lit check the following Is a non bootable non system disk in the external USB floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system disk and press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt to restart the system Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on three things might be the cause e The brightness level might be too low Press lt Fn gt lt gt gt increase to adjust the brightness level e The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hotkey lt Fn gt lt F5 gt to toggle the dis
81. teristics Maximizing the battery s life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery level Optimising battery life Battery low warning Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models Remote control for selected models Remote functions Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe VideoMagician DV Wizard DVDivine Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer 36 36 37 37 38 38 38 39 42 43 43 44 45 46 49 49 49 50 50 50 51 52 52 52 53 54 54 55 56 57 57 57 57 58 58 58 58 59 59 59 59 60 60 60 Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Securing your computer Using a computer security lock Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Expanding through options Connectivity options Fax data modem Built in network feature Fast Infrared FIR Universal Serial Bus USB IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot ExpressCard Installing memory BIOS utility Boot sequence Enable disk to disk recovery Password Using software Playing DVD movies Power management Acer eRecovery Management Create backu
82. the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode Press lt Fn gt lt F4 gt or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer To resume open the display if closed then press and release the power button Taking the computer home When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Preparing the computer After disconnecting the computer from your desktop follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home e Check that you have removed all media and compact disks from the drive s Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to take with you Unless you have some items at home take the following items with you e AC adapter and power cord e The printed User s Guide 60 Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you e If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to
83. tions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference 71 and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Remarque l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Please visit http global acer com products notebook reg nb index htm for complete documents Compliant with Russian regulatory certification ME61 Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the modem is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon request you must provide this information to your telephone company If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC 78 Your telephone company may make cha
84. ur computer has a built in V 92 56 Kbps fax data modem Warning This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem To use the fax data modem port connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack z fi y Coy Warning Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working 65 Built in network feature The built in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet based network To use the network feature connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet RJ 45 port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network aa a Fast Infrared FIR The computer s Fast Infrared FIR port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs mobile phones and infrared printers The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to 4 Mbps at a distance of up to one meter ty TE 66 Universal Serial Bus USB The USB 2 0 port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources IEEE 1394 port The computer s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 compatible device like a video camera or digital camera See your video or digital camera s documentation for details 67 PC Card slot The Ty
85. wer plan you wish to delete from the drop down list 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon Battery status For real time battery life estimates based on current usage refer to the panel in the upper half of the window Click the to view estimated battery life in sleep and hibernate modes Empowering Technolog S i Acer ePower Management e Power Plan Testing 1 v Remaining Battery Life 2 Hours 32 Mins On Battery More Power Options CPU Speed F LCD Brightness Tur ott display Put computer to sleep Graphics Power Mode When in high power capacity When in low power capacity My low power capacity definition is under Hardware On off On off amp 3 WirelessLAN O E CardBus WiedLan O FireWire 1394 O Bluetooth O Power Plan se oe O m m D O O to lt Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer s display to an external display device or projector using the hotkey lt Fn gt lt F5 gt If auto detection hardware is implemented in the system and the external display supports it your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system For projectors and external devices that are not auto detected launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an appropriate display setting gt O
86. y and it and its antenna are positioned at least 1 5 centimeters 5 8 inches away from your body refer to the figure below It should not contain metal and you should position the device the above stated distance from your body To successfully transmit data files or messages this device requires a good quality connection to the network In some cases transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed Parts of the device are magnetic Metallic materials may be attracted to the device and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device because information stored on them may be erased Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment including wireless phones may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions Vil Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that
87. your password please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center 63 Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen When the Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you press lt F2 gt to enter the BIOS utility at boot up Type the Supervisor Password and press lt Enter gt to access the BIOS utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up Type the User Password and press lt Enter gt to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer again and try again Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility 64 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer read the following section Fax data modem Yo

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