Acer 4150 Series Laptop User Manual
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1. 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery 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 disk image on CD or DVD 7 After choosing the backup method click Next 43 Follow the instruction on screen to complete the process Restore from backup Users can restore backup previously created as stated in the Create backup section from hard drive CD or DVD 1 Boot to Windows xP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery window select Recovery actions and click Next 5 Select the desired restore action and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the restore process Note The Restore C item is enabled only if there is a user backup stored on the hard drive D Please refer to the Create backup section 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 lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility2. 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 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 41 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds U S A Canada Europe Middle East South Africa Japan Southeast Asia Taiwan Korea South Latin America Australia New Zealand Former U S S R parts of Africa India Ov Ul A Wy 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 Power management This computer has a bui
3. Wireless indicator CQO UDD Power indicator ve e Battery indicator EEJ Lights when Caps Lock is activated Lights when Num Lock is activated Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is active Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth communications Lights to indicate the status of wireless LAN communications Lights when the computer is on Lights when the battery is being charged 1 Charging the light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged light shows green when in AC mode 10 Launch keys Located at the upper right above the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called launch keys They are designated as mail Web browser Acer Empowering Key and one user programmable button Press the Empowering Key to run the Acer eManager Please see Acer eManager on page 19 The mail and Web browser are default for Email and Internet programs but can be reset by users To set the Web browser mail and programmable keys run the Acer Launch Manager See Launch Manager on page 20 ra Acer eManager user programmable P User programmable Web browser Internet browser user programmable Mail Email application user programmable Touchpad The built in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad The central location on the palmrest provides
4. 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery window select Recovery settings and click Next 5 Inthe Recovery settings window select Burn image to disk and click Next 6 Inthe Burn image to disk window select 01 Factory default image and click Next 7 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 44 Re install bundled software without CD Acer eRecovery stores pre loaded software internally for easy driver and application re installation 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery window select Recovery actions and click Next 5 Inthe 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 prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window Change password Acer eRecovery 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 1 Boot to Windows xP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery w
5. 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 Notice for New Zealand For modem with approval number PTC 211 03 008 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 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 2 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 3 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
6. handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly To avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock use the AC adaptor only when the wall socket is properly grounded Use only the proper type of power supply cord set provided in your accessories box for this unit It should be a detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 15 feet 4 6 metres Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 54 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 LASERSTR
7. local AC voltage and the AC adaptor 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 e Ifyou are using the modem check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in 32 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 left hand side 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 39 e User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this passwo
8. modem 35 62 N network 36 Notebook Manager hotkey 15 num lock 13 On indicator 9 numeric keypad embedded 13 num lock 13 P password 32 types 32 PC Card 38 ejecting 38 inserting 38 ports 35 printer troubleshooting 23 problems 21 CD ROM 22 display 21 keyboard 22 printer 23 startup 21 Q questions setting location for modem use 23 S safety CD or DVD 54 FCC notice 47 general instructions 52 modem notices 49 scroll lock 13 security keylock 17 32 passwords 32 speakers hotkey 15 troubleshooting 22 status indicators 9 support information 25 T touchpad 11 hotkey 15 using 11 12 travel international flights 31 local trips 30 troubleshooting tips 45 U universal serial bus 37 V view front 2 left 2 volume adjusting 18 W Windows keys 14
9. optimum comfort and support Touchpad basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad 1 23 4 e Move your finger across the touchpad 2 to move the cursor e Press the left 1 and right 4 buttons located on the edge of 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 e 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 12 Execute Select Drag Access context menu Scroll Click twice Tap twice at the same quickly 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 to drag a mouse button hold the cursor on finger to the touchpad the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Click once Click and hold the up down left right Note Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad Also keep the touchpad 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 13 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded keypad separate cursor keys two Windows
10. subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration Do not expose the computer to dust and 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 adaptor Here are some ways to take care of your AC adaptor Do not connect the adaptor 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 iii 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 at all possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these steps 1 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor 3 Usea soft moist cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners If either of the fo
11. 34 TEILE 35 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 56Kbps 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 F Coy Warning Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working 36 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 network jack on the left hand side of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network an oa Fast Infrared 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 metre F ty 37 Universal Serial Bus The USB 2 0 port is a high speed seri
12. ALING VEDABNING SE IKKE IND STRALEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSATEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNAD 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 55 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 U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 819 098 4 907 093 5 315 448 and 6 516 132 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 B
13. TravelMate 4150 4650 Series User s Guide Copyright 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate 4150 4650 Series User s Guide Original Issue February 2005 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 4150 4650 Series Notebook Computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other companies product names or trademarks are used herein for identifica
14. ad these instructions carefully Save them for future reference 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 3 Do not use this product near water 4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product 5 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 6 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 7 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord 8 Ifan 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 rati
15. al 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 38 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 LAN 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 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 39 Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 1 Turn off the compute
16. ation is minimized as follows 57 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 built in to the screen section and all persons fave i 1 Auxiliary Main Note Acer Wireless Mini PCI adaptor 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 goodquality radiocommunication 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 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 58 Canada Low power license exempt radio communi
17. ay Am toggle screen external monitor if connected and both the display screen and external monitor Fn F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save E power Press any key to return Fn F7 Tut Touchpad Turns the internal touchpad on and off toggle Fn F8 Speaker Turns the speakers on and off fat toggle Fn 1 mf Volume up Increases the sound volume Fn Volume Decreases the sound volume 4 down Fn gt to Brightness Increases the screen brightness oA up Fn lt a Brightness Decreases the screen brightness down one 16 Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard To type The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either directly press the Euro symbol at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Alt Gr gt and then press the Euro symbol 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 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either directly press the dollar sign at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Shift gt and then press the dollar sign at the upper center of the keyboard Note This function varies according to the language settings Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray To eject the
18. care of your AC adaptor Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing A TravelMate tour Front view Closed front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications Indicators Launch keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Using the keyboard Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot keys Special keys Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Using system utilities Acer eManager Launch Manager Frequently asked questions Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Before you call 13 17 25 Moving around with your notebook PC Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to take to short meetings What to bring to long 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 computer31 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 Universal Serial Bus IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot BIOS utility Boot sequence Disk to disk recovery enable Password Us
19. cation 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 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 Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS 102 The notebook PC series employs low gain integral antennas that do not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s website at www hc sc gc ca rpb 59 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 undesir
20. curate measurement standards possible and that 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 the requirements Casy Lai Easy Lai Director 2005 01 19 Date Qualification Center Product Assurance Index A AC adapter caring for ii audio 18 adjusting the volume 18 troubleshooting 22 B battery pack caring for iii BIOS utility 39 brightness hotkeys 15 C caps lock 13 on indicator 9 care AC adapter ii battery pack iii computer ii CD ROM ejecting 17 ejecting manually 22 troubleshooting 22 cleaning computer iii computer bringing to meetings 28 caring for ii cleaning iii disconnecting 27 features 1 5 indicators 9 keyboards 13 moving around 27 on indicator 2 9 security 32 setting up a home office 30 taking home 29 traveling internationally 31 traveling on local trips 30 turning off i connections network 36 D display hotkeys 15 troubleshooting 21 DVD 40 DVD movies playing 40 E error messages 45 Euro 16 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 21 front view 2 H Hibernation mode hotkey 15 hotkeys 14 IEEE 1394 port 37 indicator lights 9 infrared 36 K keyboard 13 embedded numeric keypad 13 hotkeys 14 lock keys 13 troubleshooting 22 Windows keys 14 L LEDs 9 left view 2 M media access On indicator 9 memory installing 39 messages error 45
21. d battery life Acer ePresentation simplifies resolution settings when connecting to a projector Acer eRecovery creates backups and recovers system configurations reliably Acer eSettings makes managing system settings and security easy For more information open Acer eManager click on the appropriate application and select the Help function 20 Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard Launch keys on page 10 for the location of the launch keys You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application 4 Launch Manager Wireless Device Boot status KASSAR TEV v Bluetooth Device Boot status Bluetooth Always Off Acer eManager c acer eManager eManager exe Delete Launch Manager Launch Manager v Delete WANA Internet Browser Delete E Mail Manager Delete 21 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer Easy answers and solutions are provided for each one pressed the power button and opened the display but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator e If it is not lit no power is being supplied to the computer Check the following e Ifyou are running on battery power it may be low and unable to power the compu
22. dia Bay release latch Unlatches the AcerMedia module for for TravelMate 4650 Series removal of module Specifications Operating system e Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 or Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 Microprocessor Intel Pentium M processor 730 740 750 760 770 2 MB L2 cache 1 6 1 73 1 86 2 0 2 13 GHz 533 MHz FSB Chipset e Intel 915GM 915PM Express chipset Memory e 256 or 512 MB1 of DDR2 400 533 memory upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules dual channel support e 512 KB flash ROM BIOS Data storage e One 40 60 80 100 GB and above PATA 100 hard disk 2 5 9 5 mm e One internal optical drive DVD Dual double layer DVD Super Multi double layer or DVD CD RW combo drive or One 5 25 inch internal removable optical drive AcerMedia Bay for TravelMate 4650 Series e 6 in 1 card reader MS MS PRO MMC SD SM xD Picture Card Display and video Thin Film Transistor TFT displaying at TravelMate 4150 Series 15 0 XGA 1024 x 768 TravelMate 4650 Series 15 0 SXGA 1400 x1050 NVIDIA GeForce Go 6600 graphics processing unit GPU with 64 128 MB of DDR VRAM for TravelMate 4650 series or NVIDIA GeForce Go 6200 graphics processing unit GPU with TurboCache technology supporting 128 MB of video memory for TravelMate 4150 series or Intel 915GM integrated 3D graphics featuring Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 and u
23. ed operation The following local manufacturer importer is responsible for this declaration Product name Notebook personal computer Model number DLOO Machine type TravelMate 415xxx and TravelMate 465xxx SKU number TravelMate 415xxx and TravelMate 465xxx x 0 9 a z orA Z Name of responsible party Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 U S A Contact person Mr Young Kim Phone no 408 922 2909 Fax no 408 922 2606 60 Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Name of manufacturer Address of manufacturer Contact person Tel Fax E mail Declares that product Trade name Model number Machine type SKU number Beijing Acer Information Co Ltd Huade Building No 18 ChuangYe Rd ShangDi Zone HaiDian District Beijing PRCE marking Mr Easy Lai 886 2 8691 3089 886 2 8691 3000 easy_lai acer com tw Notebook PC Acer DLOO TravelMate 415xxx and TravelMate 465xxx TravelMate 415xxx and TravelMate 465xxx x 0 9 a z orA Z Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives 89 336 EEC 73 23 EEC 1999 5 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC directive Low Voltage Directive LVD Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive R amp TTE The product specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most ac
24. ey has the same effect as clicking on key the Windows Start button it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions lt A gt lt Tab gt Activates the next Taskbar button lt a gt lt E gt Opens the My Computer window lt a gt lt F1 gt Opens Help and Support lt a gt lt F gt Opens the Find All Files dialog box lt AS gt lt M gt Minimises all windows lt Shift gt lt 4 gt lt M gt Undoes the minimise all windows lt 2 gt lt M gt action lt A8 gt lt R gt Opens the Run dialog box Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse key button it opens the application s context menu Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen brightness volume output and the BIOS utility To activate hot keys press and hold the lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination 15 Fn F1 N Hot key help Displays help on hot keys Fn F2 O Acer Launches the Acer eSettings in the eManager eSettings set by the Acer Empowering Key See Acer eManager on page 19 Fn F3 l Acer Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in the M ePowerMa eManager set by the Acer Empowering Key nagement See Acer eManager on page 19 Fn F4 7 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode Fn F5 Display Switches display output between the displ
25. for compliance with Telecom s Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and 51 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 For modem with approval number PTC 211 01 030 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 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 equi
26. ils Closed front view 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 2 Bluetooth Press to enable disable Bluetooth function communication button Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth indicator communications manufacturing option 3 G Wireless Press to enable disable Wireless function communication button Lights to indicate the status of wireless indicator LAN communications 4 0 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on 5 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged 6 Latch Locks and releases the lid Left view 1234567 8 9 1 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington compatible A computer security lock 2 m POWer jack Connects to an AC adaptor 3 5 ot USB 2 0 port Connects to Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Modem jack RJ 11 Connects to a phone line 6 Speaker out line out Connects to audio line out devices headphone jack e g speakers headphones 7 c Line in mic injack Accepts inputs from external microphones P 8 Optical drive Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type 9 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive button Right view Infrared port es 2 Hard disk bay 3 PC Card slot eject button 4 imm Sw 6 in 1 card reader mo D da SmartMedia 5 m PC Card slot Interfaces with infrared devices e g infrared p
27. indow select Recovery settings and click Next 5 Inthe Recovery settings window select Password Change Acer eRecovery password and click Next 6 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note If the system crashes and will not boot to Windows you can run Acer disk to disk recovery to restore the factory default image under DOS mode 45 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 by yourself Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance Troubleshooting tips This notebook computer 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 25 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 d
28. ing 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 or 28 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 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 take to short meetings A fully charged battery runs the computer for about 2 5 ho
29. ing software Playing DVD movies 31 31 31 32 32 32 33 33 Power management Acer eRecovery Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re install bundled software without CD Change password Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips Error messages Regulations and safety notices Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC notice Modem notices Important safety instructions 41 42 42 43 43 44 44 45 45 45 47 47 47 49 52 A TravelMate tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters poster let us show you around your new TravelMate computer Front view 1 Display screen 2 Power button 3 Keyboard 4 Touchpad 5 Click buttons left center and right 6 Palmrest 7 Microphone 8 Status indicators Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displaying computer output Turns the computer on and off Inputs data into your computer Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way scroll button Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer Internal microphone for sound recording Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that turn on and off to show the status of the computer s functions and components 9 Launch keys Buttons for launching frequently used programs See Launch keys on page 10 for more deta
30. ire 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 adaptor e Spare fully charged battery pack s e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 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 e 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 31 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 adaptor e 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 e 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
31. keys and twelve function keys Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off x7 oe 3 Gee ao oT SAE 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 a 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 keyboard 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 on Hold lt Shift gt while using Hold lt Fn gt while using embedded keypad cursor control keys cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold lt Fn gt while typing Type the lettersina letters on embedded keypad normal manner 14 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions fe Windows Pressed alone this k
32. llowing 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 21 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 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 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 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 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing For more information about our products services and support information please visit our website http global acer com N Content 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
33. lt in power management unit that monitors system activity System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices keyboard mouse floppy drive hard disk peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports 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 42 Acer eRecovery Acer eRecovery is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system User can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard drive CD or DVD Acer eRecovery consists of the following functions 1 Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re install bundled software without CD ui BR W N Change Acer eRecovery 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 entering Acer eRecovery for optical disk related tasks Create backup Users can create and save backup images to hard drive CD or DVD
34. luetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices 56 European Union EU This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive EN 60950 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000 3 2 3 99 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment R amp TTE Directive Art 3 1a EN 60950 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 O for 5 GHz 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 Wireless LAN Mini PCl 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 oper
35. n jack e One infrared FIR port e One IEEE 1394 port e One S video TV out port e Four USB 2 0 ports e 6 in 1 card reader MS MS PRO MMC SD SM xD Picture Card Weight with battery e 6 26 Ibs 2 84 Kg Dimensions 336 4 W x 284 5 D x 32 0 34 5 H mm Environment e Temperature Operating 5 C 35 C Non operating 20 C 65 C e Humidity non condensing Operating 20 80 RH Non operating 20 80 RH System compliance ACPI 1 0b Mobile PC 2001 DMI 2 0 Wi Fi Cisco Compatible Extensions version 3 CCX V3 Power Eight cell 65 W 2200 mAh Li ion battery pack Three pin 65 W AC adaptor Options 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB DDR2 533 MHz memory upgrade modules Additional 65 W AC adaptor Additional eight cell Li ion battery pack External USB floppy drive Second 6 cell battery pack AcerMedia Bay for TravelMate 4650 Series DVD Super Multi double layer drive AcerMedia Bay for TravelMate 4650 Series Acer ezDock for TravelMate 4650 Series Note The specifications listed above are for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Indicators The computer has three easy to read status icons on the upper right above the keyboard and four indicators at the front panel The power battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed Caps Lock Num Lock Media activity Bluetooth indicator
36. ng 9 Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out 53 parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 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 under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b If liquid has been spilled into the product c Ifthe product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed 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 e Ifthe product has been dropped or the case has been damaged f Ifthe product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service The notebook PC series uses lithium batteries Replace the battery with the same type as the product s battery we recommend in the product specification list Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Warning Batteries may explode if not
37. ollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work e Minimise 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 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 18 F 10 C 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 30 Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home you may want to purchase a second AC adaptor for use at home With a second AC adaptor 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 requ
38. optical drive tray when the computer is turned on press the drive eject button When the power is off you can eject the drive tray using the mechanical eject hole Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the left hand side 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 18 Audio The computer comes with 16 bit high fidelity AC 97 stereo audio and dual stereo speakers Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons See Hot keys on page 14 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume 19 Using system utilities Acer eManager Innovative Acer eManager software is designed for easy access to frequently used functions At the press of Acer Empowering Key the Acer eManager user interface appears featuring four main settings Acer ePowerManagement Acer ePresentation Acer eRecovery and Acer eSettings E Empowering Technology 2 Acer ePowerManagement os Acer ePresentation a Acer eRecovery Acer eSettings To set the Acer Empowering Key see Launch keys on page 10 Acer ePowerManagement allows power on demand intelligence for optimize
39. ot 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 e Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e 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 48 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 i
40. p to 128 MB of video memory supporting Microsoft DirectX 9 0 for TravelMate 4650 4150 series Note NVIDIA GeForce Go 6200 GPU with TurboCache technology combines the size and speed of the local frame buffer and dynamically available system memory for optimal system performance Dual independent display support Connectivity Integrated Ethernet connection gigabit Ethernet for TravelMate 4650 Series Fast Ethernet for TravelMate 4150 Series Wake on LAN ready 56K ITU V 92 modem with PTT approval Wake on Ring ready Four Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports Integrated Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG network connection dual mode 802 11b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED Wireless LAN supporting Acer Signal Up wireless technology Integrated Bluetooth support manufacturing option g g Audio 16 bit AC 97 stereo audio Dual speakers and one internal microphone Separate audio ports for headphone out and line in microphone in devices Keyboard and pointing device e Acer FineTouch keyboard with a 5 degree curve 88 89 key Windows keyboard e Ergonomically centerd touchpad pointing device with 4 way Internet scroll function I O ports e One Type II PC Card slot e One RJ 11 phone jack e One RJ 45 network jack e One DC in jack AC adaptor e One 124 pin Acer ezDock connector for TravelMate 4650 Series e One external monitor port e One speaker headphone out jack e One DVI D port e One microphone line i
41. phone 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 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 50 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
42. pment 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 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 52 7 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 the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that calls are answered between 3 and 30 seconds of receipt of ringing 8 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service Important safety instructions Re
43. puter Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the launch keys See Front view on page 1 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 Note You can also use the power button to perform power management functions See Moving around on page 27 of the AcerSystem User s Guide Use the customized functions for power management You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover or by pressing the sleep hot key lt Fn gt lt F4 gt See Moving around on page 27 of the AcerSystem User s Guide 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
44. r unplug the AC adaptor 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 adaptor 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 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 40 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 Disk to disk recovery enable 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 F5 F6 keys to set this value to Enabled
45. rd with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from hibernation for maximum security e 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 33 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 lt F2 gt to enter the BIOS utility at boot up e 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 e When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up e 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
46. riate software running on both devices for file transfers or you have the appropriate drivers for printing to an infrared printer e During the POST press lt F2 gt to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared port is enabled e Make sure both devices are IrDA compliant The printer does not work Check the following e Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on e 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 Modems 3 Click on Dialing Properties 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 affect the installation of your overall Operating System After the Operating System is setup you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup 24 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 power on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations Thi
47. rinter and IR aware computer Houses the computer s hard disk secured by a screw Ejects the PC Card from the slot Accepts MS MS PRO MMC SD SM and xD Picture cards Note Only one card can operate at any given time Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card Rear view IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices 2 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 Sa based network for selected models 3 m 124 pin Acer ezDock Connects to Acer ezDock connector for TravelMate 4650 Series 4 DVI D port for Supports digital video connections DVI D TravelMate 4650 Series 5 External display port Connects to a display device o e g external monitor LCD projector 6 S video port Connects to a television or display device 65 gt with S video input 7 ott USB 2 0 port Connects to Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 8 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Bottom view 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory 2 Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk secured by a screw 3 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack 4 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 5 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan 6 AcerMedia Bay Houses an optical drive module or a for TravelMate 4650 Series second battery pack 7 AcerMe
48. rive 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 46 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 Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility mismatch 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 47 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 n
49. rt 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 provide the following information Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial number Date of purchase 26 TEILE 27 Moving around with your notebook PC 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 your work in progress 2 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 adaptor num A UW Disconnect the keyboard point
50. s 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 you use 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 setup utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate BIOS setup utility press lt F2 gt during POST 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 Refer to screen instructions to perform system recovery Important This feature occupies 2 to 3 GB in a hidden partition on your hard drive 25 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 passpo
51. s 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 a 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 49 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 Your tele
52. ter Connect the AC adaptor to recharge the battery pack e Make sure that the AC adaptor is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet e If it is lit check the following e Is anon bootable non system disk in the external USB floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system disk and press lt Ctri 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 increase to adjust the brightness level e The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hot key lt Fn gt lt F5 gt to toggle the display back to the computer e Ifthe Sleep indicator is lit the computer is in Sleep mode Press and release the power button to resume 22 Image is not full screen Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the size of 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 Resolu
53. tion purposes only and belong to their respective companies First things first We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of notebook computers your choice for your mobile computing needs Your guides To help you use your TravelMate we have designed a set of guides Just starters N A 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 Acrobat Reader If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer clicking on AcerSystem User s Guide will run the Acrobat Reader setup program first Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader access the Help and Support menu Basic care and tips for using your com
54. tions lower than the specified resolution are not full screen on the computer or on an external monitor 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 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 Hot keys on page 14 for more detail e 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 cannot eject the optical drive tray There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and push to eject the tray The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB 2 0 port on the computer If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose 23 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 metre apart e Make sure there is a clear path between the two infrared ports Nothing should be blocking the ports e Make sure you have the approp
55. urs If your meeting is shorter than that you probably do not need to take anything with you other than the computer What to bring to long meetings If your meeting lasts longer than 2 5 hours or if your battery is not fully charged you may want to take the AC adaptor with you to plug in your computer while 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 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 29 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 if you have removed all media and compact disks from the drive s Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head e 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 already have some items at home take the following items with you e AC adaptor and power cord e The printed User s Guide Special considerations F
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