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Acer TravelMate 2450 Owner's Manual

1. 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 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 X 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 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 fo
2. Parallel Ports O B Devices Authorization Settings acer Acer eRecovery Management 8 Note Models shipped with Windows XP Starter Edition only support Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system s hard drive By default user created backups are stored on the D drive gt 9 c vW c o z Acer eRecovery Management provides you with Password protection Recovery of applications and drivers Image data backup Back up to HDD set recovery point Back up to CD DVD Image data recovery tools Recover from a hidden partition factory defaults Recover from the HDD most recent user defined recovery point Recover from CD DVD Empowering Technology gt Acer eRecovery Management User Backup History Size Type Total 0 for 0 MB Available HDD space GB C Notify me if the change from last incremental backup is more than Burn Disk restore For more information please refer to Acer eRecovery Management on page 86 in the AcerSystem User s Guide Note If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD please u
3. Action for Low Battery Alarm Level o Notification Method Action after Alarm Run Program Enable Action for Critical Battery Action for Critical Battery Alarm Level Q 3 Acton ter arm Main y Settings Acer ePresentation Management fcx Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer s display to an external device or projector using the hot key Fn F5 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 Empowering Technology 2 x d Acer ePresentation Management Please select a mode Notebook LCD Only Projection XGA 1024 x 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 3 5 5 D e 5 5 o o te lt gt 9 c c ke c o z Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a
4. Fn F1 2 Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys Fn F2 Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 lt Fn gt lt F3 gt 1 Launches Acer ePower Management Acer Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 Fn F4 z Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode lt Fn gt lt F5 gt Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both lt Fn gt lt F6 gt De Screen blank Turns the display screen zx backlight off to save power Press any key to return Fn F7 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off lt Fn gt lt F8 gt fuo Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off Fn lt T gt Volume up Increases the sound volume nt Fn lt gt Volume down Decreases the sound volume Fn lt gt gt re Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Fn lt gt Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness 29 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 Opena text editor or word processor 2 Either press at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold Alt Gr and then press the 5 key at th
5. 1 Click on Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double click on Phone and Modem Options 3 Click on Dialing Rules and begin setting up your location Refer to the Windows manual 39 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 sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled 3 Exitthe BIOS utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate the BIOS utility press F2 during POST 40 To start the recovery process 1 Restart the system 2 While the Acer logo is sho
6. 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 60 Your telephone company may make changes 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
7. 22 Indicators The computer has serveral easy to read status indicators The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up E HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active a Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated E Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication S 1 gt Power Indicates the computer s power status Battery Indicates the computer s batttery status 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged The light shows green when in AC mode 23 Easy launch buttons There are several conveniently located easy launch buttons They are mail Web browser Empowering Key lt 2 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 Manager on page 35 e Acer Empowering Technology user programmable P User programmable Web browser Internet browser user programmable Mail Email application user prpgrammable Note On models shipped with Windows XP Starter Edition
8. 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording Easy launch Buttons for launching frequently used programs buttons See Easy launch buttons on page 23 for more details 9 Status Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the indicators status of the computer s functions and components 10 Power button Turns the computer on and off Closed front view 1 2 345678 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output Bluetooth Enables disables the Bluetooth function communication Indicates the status of Bluetooth button indicator communication 3 G Wireless Enables disables the wireless function 1 communication Indicates the status of wireless LAN button indicator communication 4 Power indicator Indicates the computer s power status 5 Battery indicator Indicates the computer s batttery status 15 6 ES Microphone in jack Accepts input from external L microphones 7 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio 6 CD player stereo walkman 8 Headphones speaker Connects to audio line out devices e g Sd line out jack speakers headphones 9 Latch Locks and releases the lid Left view 1 Kensington lock Connects to a Kensington compatible slot computer security lock 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonge
9. 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 43 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 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 excessive heat 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 f
10. Or You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn F4 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 42 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 the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode Press Fn F4 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
11. hotkeys 27 K keyboard 26 embedded numeric keypad 26 hotkeys 27 lock keys 26 troubleshooting 38 Windows keys 27 L left view 14 M media access onindicator 22 memory installing 49 50 messages error 56 modem 47 N network 48 Notebook Manager hotkey 28 num lock 26 onindicator 22 numeric keypad embedded 26 70 password 45 types 45 PCCard 49 ejecting 49 inserting 49 ports 47 printer troubleshooting 38 problems 37 CD ROM 38 display 37 keyboard 38 printer 38 startup 37 troubleshooting 56 Q questions setting location for modem use 38 S safety CDorDVD 62 FCC notice 58 modem notices 59 scrolllock 26 security keylock 30 45 passwords 45 speakers hotkey 28 troubleshooting 38 support information 40 T touchpad 24 hotkey 28 using 24 25 travel international flights 44 local trips 43 troubleshooting 56 tips 56 U universal serial bus 48 V view front 15 left 15 rear 16 right 16 volume adjusting 31 W Windows keys 27
12. the Empowering Key launches Acer Launch Manager 24 The built in 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 1 2 3 4 Move your finger across the touchpad 2 to move the cursor Press the left 1 and right 4 buttons located beneath 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 25 Execute Quickly click Tap twice at the same twice speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag 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 Access Click context once menu Scroll Click and hold to move up down left right Note When using the touchpad keep it and your fingers dry and clean The touchpa
13. Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a 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 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 66 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 Contact person Tel Fax Address of re
14. 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 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 Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified 61 Notice for New Zealand 1 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
15. 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 40 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 CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Disk boot failure Insert a system bootable disk into the floppy drive then press Enter to reboot Equipment Press F2 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 error orno 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 F2 during POST to enter the BIOS utility then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot 57 If you still encoun
16. following items with you e AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling Spare fully charged battery packs e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 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 the country you are traveling in 45 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 The notebook comes with a Kensington compatible security slot for a 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
17. 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 aching soreness or tenderness pain swelling or throbbing stiffness or tightness 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 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 refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles e short rests to relax your neck and shoulders avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach if you view your monitor
18. panel The camera s 225 degree ergonomic rotation allows you to capture high resolution photos or videos up front or at the back of the LCD panel The Acer OrbiCam fully supports the Acer Video Conference technology so you transmit the best video conference quality over an Instant Messenger service Getting to know your Acer OrbiCam 1 23 1 Lens 2 Power indicator 3 Rubber grip selected models only Rotating the Acer OrbiCam The Acer OrbiCam rotates 225 degrees counterclockwise to achieve the desired angle Refer to the illustrations below Note DO NOT rotate the camera clockwise to prevent damage to the device For your convenience the camera snaps to 45 degrees to match the position of your face in front or at the back of the LCD panel 33 Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam double click on the Acer OrbiCam logo in the desktop OR Click Start gt All Programs gt Acer gt Acer OrbiCam The Acer OrbiCam capture window appears Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as the capture device of any Instant Messenger IM application To use the Acer OrbiCam as a webcam open the IM service then select the video webcam feature You can now broadcast from your location to an IM partner anywhere in the world 34 Using the system utilities Note The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only Acer GridVista dual display co
19. 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 the power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed liquid was spilled into the product the product was exposed to rain or water the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service 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 The 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
20. properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries 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 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 environmental 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 vi 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
21. 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 Thereshall be no more than 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 shal
22. six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window select Recovery actions and click Next 5 Recovery settings window select Reinstall applications drivers and click Next 6 Select the desired driver application and follow the instructions on screen to re install At first launch Acer eRecovery Management prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window 55 Change password Acer eRecovery Management and Acer disk to disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user Follow the steps below to change the password in Acer eRecovery Management 1 2 3 4 Boot to Windows XP Press Alt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros In the Acer eRecovery Management window select Recovery settings and click Next In the Recovery settings window select Password Change Acer eRecovery Management password and click Next Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 56 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
23. 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 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 50 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 your password please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center 46 Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen e When the Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you press F2 to enter the BIOS utility at boot up e the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter e When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears a
24. 9 Ibs for 15 4 LCD model 2 73 kg 6 0 Ibs for 15 LCD model Power ACPI 2 0 CPU power management standard supports subsystem Standby and Hibernation power saving modes 29 W 2000 mAh Li ion battery pack 4 cell Acer QuicCharge technology e 80 charge in 1 hour e 2 hour rapid charge e 2 5 hour charge in use 3 pin 65 W AC adapter Input devices 88 89 key Acer FineTouch keyboard with 5 degree curve inverted T cursor layout 2 5 mm minimum key travel international language support Touchpad with 4 way scroll button 12 function keys four cursor keys two Windows keys hotkey controls embedded numeric keypad Four easy launch buttons Empowering Key email Internet user programmable button Two communication switches WLAN Bluetooth Audio Intel High Definition audio support Audio system with two built in speakers Sound Blaster Pro and MS Sound compatible Built in microphone Communication Acer Video Conference featuring Voice and Video over Internet Protocol VVoIP support via Acer OrbiCam and optional Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam integrated 310 000 pixel CMOS camera for selected models featuring e 225 degree ergonomic rotation e Acer PrimaLite technology WLAN Acer InviLink 802 11b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED network solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology WPAN Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate LAN 10 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet W
25. S RAYOS ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING VEDABNING SE IKKE IND I 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 This product incorporates copyright 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 63 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
26. TravelMate 2450 Series User s Guide Copyright 2006 Acer Incorporated Rights Reserved TravelMate 2450 Series User s Guide Original Issue 05 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 2450 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 iden
27. ake on LAN ready Modem 56K ITU V 92 with PTT approval Wake on Ring ready 20 Security Acer Disk Anti Shock Protection DASP Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords I O interface PC Card slot one Type II Three USB 2 0 ports External display VGA port Headphones speaker line out jack Microphone in jack Line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port DC in jack for AC adapter Software Acer Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Acer ePresentation Management Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management e Acer eSettings Management Acer ePerformance Management Acer GridVista Acer Launch Manager Norton AntiVirus Adobe Reader CyberLink9 PowerDVD NTI CD Maker Options and accessories Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone 512 MB or 1 GB DDR2 533 MHz soDIMM modules 6 cell Li ion battery pack 3 pin 65 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive Environment Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C Non operating 20 C to 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 to 8096 Non operating 20 to 80 21 System Cisco Compatible Extensions CCX compliance m Wi Fi ACPI Mobile PC 2002 DMI 2 0 Warranty 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
28. al embedded keypad manner Cursor control keys Hold Shift while using Hold Fn while using on embedded keypad cursor control keys cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing Type the letters in a letters on embedded keypad normal manner 27 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions ay Windows 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 Au Tab Activates the next Taskbar button A E Opens the My Computer window Au F1 Opens Help and Support Center A lt F gt Opens the Search Results window A R Opens the Run dialog box lt A gt lt gt Minimizes all windows lt Shift gt E ES M Undoes the minimize all windows action Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu 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 Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination 28 Note On models shipped with Windows XP Starter Edition Fn F2 launches System Properties and Fn F3 launches Power Options
29. bstruct the opening of the fan 18 Specifications Operating Windows Vista Capable system Genuine Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 Genuine Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 Genuine Windows XP Starter Edition Windows Vista Capable PCs come with Windows XP installed and can be upgraded to Windows Vista For more information on Windows Vista and how to upgrade go to Microsoft com windowsvista Platform Intel Celeron M processor 410 420 430 1 MB L2 cache 1 46 1 60 1 73 GHz 533 MHz FSB ATI Radeon Xpress 200M chipset System memory 256 512 MB of DDR2 533 memory upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules Display and 15 4 WXGA color TFT LCD 1280 x 800 pixel graphics resolution supporting simultaneous multi window viewing via Acer GridVista 15 XGA color TFT LCD 1024 x 768 pixel resolution ATI Radeon Xpress 200M integrated 3D graphics with up to 256 MB of shared system memory supporting dual independent display Microsoft DirectX 9 0 PCI Express ATI DualView support MPEG 2 DVD hardware assisted capability Storage 40 60 80 100 120 GB hard disk drive with Acer Disk subsystem Anti Shock Protection DASP Optical drive options e DVD Super Multi double layer DVD CD RW combo 19 Dimensions 358 W x 269 D x 29 33 36 H mm 14 09 x 10 43 x and weight 1 15 1 41 inches 2 77 kg 6 0
30. cer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid Enjoy the convenience of a well organized desktop unge vertical Extend B primary at left EL Tree ot nant Options Abou Note Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is set to the manufacturer s recommended value Launch Manager Launch Manager acer Button Configuration qur V Add Delete C P Launch Manager Launch Manager x Add Delete WWW Internet Browser x Delete E Mail E Mail Manager Delete Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy launch buttons located above the keyboard Easy launch buttons on page 23 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 36 Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an anti virus software that finds and repairs infected files and protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe and secure How do check for viruses A Full System Scan scans all files on your computer To perform a system scan 1 Start Norton AntiVirus Double click on the Norton AntiVirus Icon on the desktop or click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar highlight Programs and sele
31. cess 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 press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy launch buttons See Front view on page 13 for the location of the power button To turn the power off do any of the following Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start Turn Off Computer then click on Turn Off Use the power button You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover or by pressing the sleep hotkey Fn F4 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
32. ct Norton AntiVirus 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window click Scans Norton Protection Center Norton AntiVirus Select an item to launch a scan Status Run Full System Scan Run Norton QuickScan Scan all removable drives B i are m x IQQ I Scan drives Reports Scan folders E a a Scan files Create custom scan symantec Norton AntiVirus 2006 3 Inthe Scans panel click Run Full System Scan 4 When the scan is complete a scan summary appears Click Finished 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 it runs in the background so that you do not have to stop working For more information refer to the Norton AntiVirus Help menu 37 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
33. d 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 26 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 m m o eu 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 Fn F11 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 Fn F12 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 keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Number keys on Type numbers in a norm
34. d use 3 Ethernet RJ 45 Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 based Tu port network for selected models 4 USB 2 0 port Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 5 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card 6 PC Card slot eject the PC Card from the slot button 16 Right view 1 234 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs 2 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active indicator 3 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive button 4 Emergency eject Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is hole turned off Rear view 1 e Modem RJ 11 port Connects to a phone line 2 Two USB 2 0 ports Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 3 m DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter 4 External display Connects to a display device VGA port e g external monitor LCD projector Base view 1 Battery lock 17 Locks the battery in position Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk secured with screws 4 Acer DASP Disk Anti Protects the hard disk drive from shocks and Shock Protection bumps Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory 6 Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool even after cooling fan prolonged use Note Do not cover or o
35. e online help for more information 52 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 Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer 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 Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions 1 Create backup 2 Restore from backup 3 Create factory default image CD or burn bundled software to an application CD 4 Re install bundled software without CD 5 Change Acer eRecovery Management password 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 disk burner plug in an external USB or IEEE 1394 compatible optical disk burner before enter
36. e upper center of the keyboard Note Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography faq faq12 htm for more information The US dollar sign 1 Opena text editor or word processor 2 Either press gt at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold Shift and then press the 4 key at the upper center of the keyboard Note This function varies according to the language settings 30 Ejecting 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 31 Audio The computer comes with 32 bit Intel High Definition audio and built in stereo speakers Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons See Hotkeys on page 27 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume 32 Acer OrbiCam for selected models The Acer OrbiCam is a 310 000 pixel CMOS camera appropriately mounted on top of the LCD
37. echnology 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 do not initialize the Empowering Technology password you will be prompted to do so when running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time Note If you lose your password there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to an Acer Customer Service Center Be sure to remember or write down your password gt 9 c c c o z Acer ePower Management 8 8 Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface To launch it select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface AC mode Adapter mode The default setting is Maximum Performance You can adjust CPU speed LCD brightness and other settings or click on buttons to turn the following functions on off Wireless LAN Bluetooth CardBus FireWire 1394 Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported DC mode Battery mode There are four pre defined profiles Entertainment Presentation Word Processing and Battery Life You can also define up to three of your own To create a new power profile 1 Change power settings as des
38. following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive e 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 page 58 in the AcerSystem User s Guide viii 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 Just setting up your computer Starter 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 ac
39. hat boosts the performance of your Acer computer It provides an express optimization method to release unused memory and disk space quickly The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following options Memory optimization releases unused memory and check usage Disk optimization removes unneeded items and files Speed optimization improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system Empowering Technology DA Acer ePerformance Management Execute Express Optimization This feature quickly optimizes your system Advanced Optimization Options MN NN 3 5 5 D e 5 5 o o te lt 12 A6ojouyp 1 13 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 Built in camera 310 000 pixel web camera for video communication for selected models 2 Displayscreen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output Keyboard For entering data into your computer 4 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse 14 5 Click buttons 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
40. he screen or the number and sequence in the case of beeps You are required to provide the following information Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial number Date of purchase 41 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 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 Oo uU A uw N gt 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 distances for example from your office desk to a meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building To bring the computer out of Sleep mode open the display then press and release the power button If you are taking the computer to a client s office or a different building you may choose to shut down the computer Click on Start Turn Off Computer then click on Turn Off Windows XP
41. ible Launch Manager Contents Norton AntiVirus Frequently asked questions Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Before you call 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 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 Universal Serial Bus USB PC Card slot Installing memory BIOS utility Boot sequence Enable disk to disk recovery Password Using software Playing DVD movies Power management Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re install bundled software without CD 36 37 40 40 40 41 41 41 41 42 42 42 42 43 43 43 43 43 44 44 44 44 44 45 45 45 46 46 47 47 47 48 48 49 49 50 50 51 51 51 51 52 52 53 53 54 54 Change password Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips Error messages Regulations and safety notices ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance FCC n
42. iewing 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 250coso Ix where a 85 Color Source D65 Reflection class of LCD panel positive and negative polarity Ordinary LCD Class 1 Protective or Acer CrystalBrite LCD Class 111 Image polarity Both Reference white Yn Pre setting of luminance and color temperature 6500 v n tested under BM7 Pixel fault class Class 11 Index A AC adapter caring for audio adjusting the volume 31 troubleshooting 38 B battery pack caring for x BIOS utility 50 brightness hotkeys 28 capslock 26 indicator 22 adapter battery pack x computer CD ROM ejecting manually 38 troubleshooting 38 cleaning computer x computer caring for cleaning x disconnecting 41 features 13 34 indicators 22 keyboards 26 moving around 41 indicator 14 22 security 45 setting up a home office 43 taking home 42 traveling internationally 44 traveling on local trips 43 troubleshooting 56 turning off connections network 48 69 D display hotkeys 28 troubleshooting 37 DVD 51 DVD movies playing 51 E error messages 56 Euro 29 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 37 front view 14 H Hibernation mode hotkey 28
43. ing Acer eRecovery Management for optical disk related tasks Note Acer eRecovery Management requires a specific hard disk partitioning structure to function If the system detects that the hard disk does not use this structure Acer eRecovery Management functionality will be disabled 53 Create backup You can create and save backup images to hard disk CD or DVD 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press Alt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window select Recovery settings and click Next 5 Inthe Recovery settings window select Backup snapshot image and click Next 6 Select the backup method a Use Backup to HDD to store the backup disk image on drive D b Backup to optical device to store the backup image on CD or DVD 7 After choosing the backup method click Next Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Restore from backup You can restore backups previously created as stated in the Create backup section from hard disk CD or DVD 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press Alt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 Inthe Acer eRecovery Management window select Recovery actions and click Next 5 Select the desired restore action and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the resto
44. ired Click Save as to save to a new power profile 2 3 Name the newly created profile 4 Select whether this profile is for Adapter or Battery mode then click OK 5 The new profile will appear in the profile list Battery status m For real time battery life estimates based on current usage refer to the panel in E the upper half of the window ls 4 75 2 Acer ePower Management 4 o e cM 3 Profile Maximum Performance o Remaining Battery Life Battery fully charged CPU Speed Q LCD Brightness o Turn Off Monitor oO Turn Off Hard Disk 06 System Standby gt n System Hibernation Hardware amp j WirelessLAN On off 7 CardBus O ott Wired LAN 9 off gFireWire 1394 On Off Bluetooth of _ Main settings acer amm b 4 For additional options click Settings to Set alarms Re load factory defaults Select what actions to be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed Set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby View information about Acer ePower Management gt e 9 o en aC e E Lu I eee Empowering Technology d Acer ePower Management Alarm Load Defaults Power Button Password Enable Action for Low Battery
45. 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 brightness level might be too low Press Fn lt gt increase to adjust the brightness level e display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hotkey Fn F5 to toggle the display 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 38 No audio is heard from the computer Check the following The vo
46. l 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 on local power is available for emergency use 62 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 L SER DE LA CLASE I ADVERTENCIA RADIACI N L SER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO EVITE EXPONERSE A LO
47. llow these steps 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Use a 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 37 Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Disposal instructions Tips and information for comfortable use First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology password Acer ePower Management Acer ePresentation Management Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Acer ePerformance Management Your Acer notebook tour Front view Closed front view Left view Right view Rear view Base view Specifications Indicators Easy launch buttons Touchpad Touchpad basics Using the keyboard Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hotkeys Special keys Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Acer OrbiCam for selected models Launching the Acer OrbiCam Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual display compat
48. lume 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 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 27 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 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 printer does not work Check the following 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 I 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
49. 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 vii Eyes Rest your eyes frequently Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point 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 Eliminate glare and reflections by 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 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 Developing good work habits Develop the
50. mpatible Note This feature is only available on certain models To enable the dual monitor feature of your notebook first ensure that the second monitor is connected then select Start Control Panel Display and click on Settings Select the secondary monitor 2 icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows 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 arrangement of your monitors Display 2 Multiple Monitors 29999090000000000000009 Screen resolution Color quality Highest 32 bit Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor identity _ Troubleshoot Advanced 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 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 35 Acer GridVista is simple to set up 1 Run A
51. nd use the F5 and F6 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 F5 and F6 keys to enable this feature 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 regions 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 1 USA Canada Europe Middle East South Africa Japan Southeast Asia Taiwan South Korea Latin America Australia New Zealand Former USSR parts of Africa India uy Bl 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 th
52. or 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 AC adapter Spare fully charged battery pack s e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 44 Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home 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
53. otice 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 Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking LCD panel ergonomic specifications 55 56 56 56 58 58 58 59 62 62 62 63 63 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 Acer Empowering Technology Acer s innovative Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer computer Displayed by default in the upper right corner of your screen it features the following handy utilities e Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles e Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently 3 5 5 D e 5 5 o o te lt e Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media and interfaces e Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and completely e Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily e Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by optimizing disk space memory and registry settings For more information right click on the Empowering T
54. pe 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 8096 of the branch circuit rating If power strips are used the load should not exceed 8096 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 Note The 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
55. r 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 59 Operation conditions 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 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
56. re process Note The Restore C item is enabled only if there is a user backup stored on the hard disk D Please refer to the Create backup section 54 Create factory default image CD When the System CD and Recovery CD are not available you can create them by using this feature 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press Alt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window select Recovery settings and click Next In the Recovery settings window select Burn image to disk and click Next 6 Inthe Burn image to disk window select 1 Factory default image or 2 Application CD and click Next 7 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note Select 1 Factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disk that contains your computer s entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory If you wish to have a disk that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications select 2 Application CD this disk will not be bootable Re install bundled software without CD Acer eRecovery Management stores pre loaded software internally for easy driver and application re installation 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press Alt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is
57. s 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 compliance 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 Mini Card built in to the screen section and all persons Auxiliary Main Note The Acer wireless Mini PCI Card Mini Card 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 65 2 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 3 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 4 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
58. se Acer eRecovery Management s System backup to optical disk 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 10 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings and to monitor the system health status Acer eSettings Management also Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer Empowering Technology gt e en aC e E Lu et 6i Acer eSettings Management Summary Processor Memory MBandBIOS Manufacturer Acer inc Product name XXXXXXXXXX Operating system X0000000000000000000000000000 Processor X0000000000000 Chipset J0000000000000000000 Wireless LAN card Ethernet card 0000000000000000 System Memory XXXXXXXXXX Video memory XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Hard drive 1 CD DVD 1 Serial port Infrared XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 11 Acer ePerformance Management 4 Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool t
59. security utility that allows you to lock your removable data optical and floppy drives to ensure that data can t be stolen while your notebook is unattended Removable data 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 disk drives that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system Optical drive devices includes any kind of CD ROM or DVD ROM drives Floppy disk drives 3 5 inch disks only Interfaces includes serial port parallel port infrared IR and Bluetooth To activate Acer eLock Management a 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 locked after rebooting until unlocked Note If you lose your password there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to an Acer Customer Service Center Be sure to remember or write down your password Empowering Technology N aai Acer eLock Management E 9 D m 3 e gt 3 e lt Removable Storage Devices Optical Drive Devices H Floppy Drive Devices Ls Network Drives Printers Bluetooth 9 Infrared Serial Ports
60. sponsible party Notebook PC TravelMate 2450 TravelMate 245xxx x 0 9 a z orA Z Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 USA Mr Young Kim 408 922 2909 408 922 2606 67 Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Name of manufacturer Beijing Acer Information Co Ltd Address of Huade Building No 18 ChuangYe Rd manufacturer ShangDi Zone HaiDian District Beijing PRCE marking Contact person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3000 E mail easy laiGacer com tw Declares that product Notebook PC Trade name Acer Model number Machine type TravelMate 2450 SKU number TravelMate 245xxx 20 9 a z or A Z Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC directive 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive LVD 1999 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive R amp TTE The product specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible and all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue to comply with these requirements Casy Lai 05 2006 Easy Lai Director Date Regulation Center Environment amp Safety 68 LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design v
61. t 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 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 49 PC Card slot The Type 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 1 s i m m 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 Pressthe slot eject button to pop out the eject button then press it again to eject the card Installing memory Follow
62. t boot up e the User Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter 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 47 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 Your 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 i B Warning Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working 48 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 connec
63. ter 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 58 Regulations and safety notices ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an ENERGY STAR partner Acer Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency 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 accordance 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 a circuit different from that which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician fo
64. these steps to install memory 50 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 Turnon the computer The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer 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 F2 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 51 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 a
65. tification 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 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 Using electrical power This product should be operated from the ty
66. wing press Alt F10 at the same time to enter the recovery process 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery Important This feature occupies 4 to 5 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 t
67. with such devices European Union EU This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive 60950 1 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive e EN 55022 e EN 55024 e 61000 3 2 3 99 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment R amp TTE Directive Art 3 1a EN 60950 1 Art 3 1b EN 301 489 1 17 Art 3 2 EN 300 328 2 Art 3 2 EN 301 893 applies to 5 GHz only C for 5 GHzdevice 64 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 Mini 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 i

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