Acer 4100 Series Laptop User Manual
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1. Increases the sound volume Decreases the sound volume Increases the screen brightness Decreases the screen brightness Special Keys You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard To type The Euro symbol 1 2 Open a text editor or word processor Either directly press the Euro symbol at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold Alt Gr and then press the Euro symbol at the upper center of the keyboard The US dollar sign 1 2 Open a text editor or word processor Either directly press the dollar sign at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold Shift and then press the dollar sign 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 20 Launch keys Located at the upper right above the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called launch keys They are designated as the mail Web browser Empowering Key and programmable keys Press the Empowering Key torun the Acer eManager Please see Acer eManager on page 26 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 27 Mail Email application User programmable2. Additional 65W AC adapter Addition Li ion battery pack Additional hard disk USB floppy drive Second hard disk AcerMedia bay for selected models Second 6 cell battery pack AcerMedia bay for selected models Acer ezDock for selected models Note The specifications listed above are for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased 12 Indicators The computer has three easy to read status icons on the upper right above the keyboard A Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated m Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated Media activity Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is active 13 In addition there are two indicators at the front panel Even when the cover is closed the state or features can still be seen 56 Power Lights when the computer is on Battery indicator 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 14 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded keypad separate cursor keys two Windows keys and twelve function keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off LEE 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 fu
3. 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 17 for more detail e If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer s left panel 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 button on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and push to eject the tray 55 The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB 2 0 port on the rear or left of the computer If it works contact your dealer or an authorised service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose The infrared port does not work Check the following e Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are facing each other 15 degrees a maximum of 1 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 appropriate software running on both devices for file transfers or you have the appropriate drivers for pri
4. Empowering Technology Acer eSetting Acer ePresentation Acer ePowerManagement Acer eRecovery To set the Acer Empowering Key see Launch keys on page 20 Acer eSetting is an easy way to manage the settings and security of your PC ral Acer ePresentation takes the hassle out of making presentations F Acer ePowerManagement provides a central location from where to control all your PC s power schemes and maximise battery life es Acer eRecovery backs up your files preventing data loss in the event of a system crash 27 Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard Launch keys on page 20 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 Launch Manager Bluetooth Boot Status Bluetooth Always OFF Launch Manager Launch Manager Add Delete ee cchacerkeManager EMGR exe Add Delete ce II Intemet Browser Add Delete E Mail Manager Add Delete 28 Acer GridVista Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre defined display settings for users to 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 Tri
5. details Fax Data modem Your computer has a built in V 92 56Kbps AC 97 Link 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 it CY Warning Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working 38 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 rear of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network aa 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 a ty 39 Universal Serial Bus The USB 2 0 port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources IEEE 1394 port The computer s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 compatible device like a video camera or digital camera See your video or digital camera s documentation for details 40 PC Ca
6. e If it is lit check the following e Is anon bootable non system disc in the external USB floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system disc 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 54 Troubleshooting my computer Image is not full screen The computer display has a native resolution of 1024 x 768 XGA for the 14 1 15 0 screens If you set the resolution lower than this 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 No audio is heard from the computer
7. startup 53 troubleshooting 52 Q questions setting location for modem use 55 S safety CD or DVD 67 FCC notice 61 general instructions 65 modem notices 62 scroll lock 14 security keylock 24 34 passwords 34 speakers hotkey 18 troubleshooting 54 status indicators 12 support information 57 T touchpad 21 hotkey 18 using 21 22 travel international flights 33 local trips 32 troubleshooting 52 tips 56 U universal serial bus 39 V view front 5 left 5 rear 7 right 6 volume adjusting 25 W warranty International Traveler s Warran ty 57 Windows keys 16
8. 2909 Fax No 408 922 2606 73 acer Acer Incorporated 8F 88 Sec 1 Hsin Tai Wu Rd Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221 Taiwan Tel 886 2 2696 1234 Fax 886 2 2696 3535 www acer com Declaration of Conformity for CE marking Acer Inc 8F 88 Sec 1 Hsin Tai Wu Rd Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221 Taiwan Contact Person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3000 E mail easy_lai acer com tw Hereby declare that Product Notebook PC Trade Name Acer Model Number ZL2 Machine Type TravelMate 4100 TravelMate 4600 SKU Number TravelMate 41xx TravelMate 46xx x 0 9 a z or A Z Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives Reference No Title 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 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 C a 2004 6 1 Bo nS Easy L4i Director Date Qualification Center Product Assurance Acer Inc 74 Appendix A Regulation amp safety notices A AC adapter caring for v audio 25 adjusting the volume 25 troubleshooting
9. Web browser Internet browser application User programmable e eManager User programmable P User programmable 21 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 optimum comfort and support Touchpad basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad 7 e Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor e Press the left 1 and right 3 buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do 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 2 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 22 Execute Click twice quickly Select Click once Drag Click and hold then use finger to drag the cursor on the touchpad Access context menu Click once Tap twice at the same speed as double clicking a mouse button Tap once Tap twice at the same speed as double clicking a mouse button hold finger to the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Note Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad Also keep the touchpad dry and clean The touc
10. be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons 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 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 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
11. image and click Next 6 Select the backup method 46 a Use Backup to HDD to store the backup disc image on drive D b Backup to optical device to store the backup disc image on CD or DVD 7 After choosing the backup method click Next Follow the instruction on screen to complete the process Restore from backup User 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 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 Burn image to disc and click Next 6 Inthe Burn image to disc window select 01 Factory default image and cli
12. 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 65 indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom nor does it provide any sort of warranty Above all it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network services This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances 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 condition
13. objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal 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 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 at all possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these steps 1 2 3 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack Disconnect the AC adapter Use a soft cloth moistened with water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners vi If any 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 53 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 conditio
14. 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 First off the Just for starters poster helps you get started Just with setting up your computer starters AA The User s guide introduces you to the many ways your computer can help you be more productive This guide provides clear and concise information about the computer so read it thoroughly If you ever need to print out a copy this User s guide is also available in Portable Document Format PDF Follow these steps 1 Click on Start All Programs AcerSystem 2 Click on AcerSystem User s guide Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader be installed For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat 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 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 e Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start Turn Off Computer then click on Turn Off e Use the power button Note You can also use the power button to perform p
15. 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 1 Click on Start Shut Down or Turn off Computer Windows XP Or 30 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 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 hours 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 t
16. 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 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 32 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 require you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area What to take with you Take the following items with you e AC 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
17. 50 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 Web site at www hc sc gc ca rpb 72 Appendix A Regulation amp safety notices Federal Communications Commission 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 Notebook Personal Computer Model Number ZL2 Machine Type TravelMate 4100 TravelMate 4600 SKU Number TravelMate 41xx TravelMate 46xx x 0 9 a z or A 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
18. 54 B battery pack caring for v BIOS utility 42 brightness hotkeys 18 C caps lock 14 on indicator 12 care AC adapter v battery pack v computer iv CD ROM ejecting 23 ejecting manually 54 troubleshooting 54 cleaning computer v computer bringing to meetings 30 caring for iv cleaning v disconnecting 29 features 1 9 28 indicators 12 keyboards 14 moving around 29 on indicator 4 13 security 34 setting up a home office 32 taking home 30 traveling internationally 33 traveling on local trips 32 troubleshooting 52 turning off iv connections network 38 D display 75 hotkeys 18 troubleshooting 53 54 DVD 43 DVD movies playing 43 E error messages 56 Euro 19 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 53 front view 3 H Hibernation mode hotkey 17 hotkeys 17 l IEEE 1394 port 39 indicator lights 12 infrared 38 ITW See warranty K keyboard 14 embedded numeric keypad 15 hotkeys 17 lock keys 14 troubleshooting 55 Windows keys 16 L LEDs 12 left view 3 M media access on indicator 12 memory installing 41 messages error 56 modem 37 network 38 Notebook Manager 76 hotkey 17 notice DVD copyright protection 68 num lock 14 On indicator 12 numeric keypad embedded 15 num lock 15 P password 34 types 34 PC Card 40 ejecting 41 inserting 40 ports 37 printer troubleshooting 55 problems 53 CD ROM 54 display 53 54 keyboard 55 printer 55
19. 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 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 unauthorised use may cause harmful interference to radio communications Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty 71 Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation 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 51
20. TravelMate 4100 4600 Series User s Guide Copyright 2004 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate 4100 4600 Series User s Guide Original Issue December 2004 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision 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 electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated TravelMate 4100 4600 Series Notebook Computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other company s product names or trademarks are used herein for identification
21. Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Using system utilities Acer eManager Launch Manager Acer GridVista 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 Contents 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 Fast Infrared Universal Serial Bus IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot BIOS Utility Boot sequence Disc to Disc Recovery enable Password Using software Playing DVD movies Power management Acer eRecovery Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re install bundled software without CD Change password Acer disc to disc recovery Multilingual operating system installation Restore without a Recovery CD Troubleshooting my computer Frequently asked questions Troubleshooting tips Error messages Requesting service International Traveler s Warranty ITW Before you call Appendix A Regulatio
22. ber Date of purchase Appendix A Regulation amp safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer 61 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 e 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 ma
23. ck Next 47 7 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 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 disc to disc 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 window 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 disc to disc recov
24. de 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 62 Appendix A Regulation amp safety notices 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 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 Modem notices Notice for USA This equi
25. ed in the optical drive bay you can play DVD movies on your computer 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disc then close the DVD tray Important When you launch the DVD player for the first time the programme asks you to enter the region code DVD discs are divided into 6 regions Once your DVD drive is set to a region code it will play DVD discs 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 disc 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 U S A Canada 2 Europe Middle East South Africa Japan 3 Southeast Asia Taiwan Korea South 4 Latin America Australia New Zealand 5 Former U S S R parts of Africa India 6 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 44 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 floppy drive hard disc peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports and video memory If no activity is detected for a pe
26. eing charged 5 Bluetooth Press to enable disable Bluetooth function communication Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth button indicator communications for selected models Q 6 Wireless Press to enable disable Wireless function Lights communication to indicate the status of wireless LAN button indicator communications manufacturing option 7 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman 8 Mic in jack Accepts inputs from external microphones 7 9 Speaker Line Out Connects to audio line out devices e g Headphone jack speakers headphones 10 USB 2 0 port Connects to Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera e 11 Latch Locks and releases the lid Left view 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type 2 LED indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active 3 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off 4 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive 5 AcerMedia bay Houses an AcerMedia drive module for selected models G Note The positions of the AcerMedia indicator eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on the optical drive module installed Right view 1 IEEE 1394 port 1394 PC Card slot eject button PC Card slot ia 4 in 1 card reader
27. em of the country you are traveling in 34 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 rear 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 unauthorised access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data e Supervisor Password prevents unauthorised entry into the BIOS Utility Once set you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS Utility See BIOS Utility on page 42 e User Password secures your computer against unauthorised use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from hibernation for maximum security e Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorised 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 for
28. ery to restore the factory default image under DOS mode 48 Acer disc to disc recovery Note This feature is only available on certain models Multilingual operating system installation Follow the instructions to choose the operating system and language you use when you first power on the system 1 Turn on the system 2 Acer s multilingual operating system selection menu will pop up automatically 3 Use the arrow keys to scroll to the language version you want Press lt Enter gt to confirm your selection 4 The operating system and language you choose now will be the only option for future recovery operations 5 The system will install the operating system and language you choose Restore without a Recovery CD 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 you use this option Before performing a restore operation please check the BIOS settings a Check to see if Acer disc to disc recovery is enabled or not b Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled c Exit the BIOS Setup Utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate BIOS Setup Utility press lt F2 gt during POST 49 Restart the system While the Acer logo is sh
29. esting service International Traveler s Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Traveler s 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 authorised 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 authorised ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide Please consult http global acer com 58 Troubleshooting my computer 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 num
30. for selected models Two USB 2 0 ports FS S video port ss gt Network jack oo Modem jack L Ventilation slots Connects to IEEE 1394 devices Ejects the PC Card from the slot Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card Accepts MS MS PRO MMC and SD card Note The 4 in 1 card reader is a manufacturing option subject to configuration Only one card can operate at any given time Connect to Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Connects to a television or display device with S video input Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network for selected models Connects to a phone line Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Rear view 1 Power jack 2 External display port o 3 124 pin Acer ezDock connector for selected models o Ca 4 Security keylock a Connects to an AC adapter Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector Connects to Acer ezDock Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock Bottom view 1 Hard disk bay AcerMedia bay release latch for selected models AcerMedia bay for selected models Battery release latch Battery bay Battery lock Cooling fan Memory compartment Houses the computer s hard disk secured by a screw Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for removal of drive Houses an AcerMedia drive module Unla
31. ft ga M Undoes the minimize all windows az M action az R Opens the Run dialog box Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu 17 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 Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination Fn F1 N Hot key help Displays help on hot keys Fn F2 V eSetting Launches the eSetting in the eManager set by the Acer a Empowering Key C See Acer eManager on page 26 Fn F3 I ePowerManagement Launches the V ePM ePowerManagement in the eManager set by the Acer LL Empowering Key Ce See Acer eManager on page 26 Fn F4 Z Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep Z mode 18 Fn F5 Fn F6 Fn F7 Fn F8 Fn 7 Fn Fn Fn lt Display toggle mii Screen blank To Touchpad toggle dft Speaker toggle Volume up mi Volume down re Brightness up Brightness down Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both the display screen and external monitor Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return Turns the internal touchpad on and off Turns the speakers on and off
32. get your password please get in touch with your dealer or an authorised service center 35 Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen When the Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you press lt F2 gt to enter the BIOS Utility at boot up Type the Supervisor Password and press lt Enter gt to access the BIOS Utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up Type the User Password and press lt Enter gt to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer again and try again Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS Utility 36 TEILE 37 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 see your online guide for more
33. he 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 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 discs from the drive s Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head 31 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 AC adaptor and power cord The printed user s guide Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work Minimise 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
34. home follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling e Always take the computer as carry on luggage e f 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 discs to hand held metal detectors 33 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 Traveler s 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 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 If you are using the modem check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications syst
35. hpad is sensitive to finger movement hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness 23 Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray To eject the 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 emergency eject hole 24 Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the rear 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 25 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 17 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume 26 Using system utilities Acer eManager Innovative Acer eManagement 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 eSetting Acer ePresentation Acer ePowerManagement and Acer eRecovery Acer eManager acer E
36. ided 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 64 Appendix A Regulation amp safety notices 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 assu
37. k of electric shock from lightning 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 68 Appendix A Regulation amp safety notices ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING 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 Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protec
38. n amp safety notices 51 53 56 57 57 58 59 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 Orere 1O 1 Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displaying computer output 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 3 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer 4 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 5 Click buttons The left and right buttons function like the Left center and right left and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way scroll button 6 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse 7 Status indicators Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that turn on and off to show the status of the computer s functions and components 8 Launch keys Buttons for launching frequently used programs See Launch keys on page 20 for more details 9 Power button Turns the computer on and off Closed front view _ _ STI aD e EE isistsisisis 4 5 6 789 10 11 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 2 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices e g infrared printer and IR aware computer Mee al 3 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on 4 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is b
39. nction 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 15 Embedded numeric keypad 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 Hold Shift while using Hold Fn while using on embedded cursor control keys cursor control keys keypad Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letters Type the letters in a on embedded keypad normal manner 16 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Windows key Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking ay on the Windows Start button it launches the Start ay menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions az Tab Activates the next Taskbar button ag E Opens the My Computer window au F1 Opens Help and Support ag F Opens the Find All Files dialog box az M Minimizes all windows Shi
40. ns 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 unauthorised 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 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 A TravelMate tour Front view Closed front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications Indicators Using the keyboard Lock keys Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot keys Special Keys The Euro symbol The US dollar sign Launch keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray
41. nting 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 and the corresponding port on the printer e During POST press lt F2 gt to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the parallel port is enabled 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 56 Troubleshooting my computer 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 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 on page 56 If
42. or selected models e Bluetooth for selected models Audio e 16 bit AC 97 stereo audio e Dual speakers and one internal microphone e Separate audio ports for headphone out line in and microphone in devices Keyboard and pointing device e 88 89 key Windows keyboard e Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device with scroll function e Acer FineTouch keyboard with a 5 degree curve I O ports e One Type II PC Card slot e One RJ 11 phone jack V 92 56Kbps modem e One RJ 45 network jack e One DC in jack AC adapter e One 124 pin Acer ezDock connector for selected models e One external monitor port e One speaker headphone out jack e One audio line in jack e One microphone in jack e One Infrared FIR port e One IEEE 1394 port e One S video TV out port e Three USB 2 0 ports e 4 in 1 MS MS Pro MMC SD card reader for selected models Weight with battery e 6 6 lbs 3 kg Dimensions 360 W x 273 D x27 32 H mm Environment Temperature Operating 5 C 35 C Non operating 20 C 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 80 RH Non operating 20 80 RH System Microsoft Windows XP Home Pro MCE MCE for selected models ACPI 1 0b support DMI 2 0 compliant Wi Fi compliant CCX compliant for selected models Power 8 cell 65W or 4 cell 32W Li ion battery pack 65W AC adapter 19V 3 42A Options 256MB 512MB 1GB memory upgrade module
43. ower management functions See Moving around with your Notebook PC on page 29 e 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 Fn F4 See Moving around with your Notebook PC on page 29 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 e Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator e Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F e Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields e Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture e Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer e Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging 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
44. owing press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt at the same time to enter the recovery process The message The system has password protection Please enter 000000 is displayed Enter six zeros and continue The Acer Recovery main page appears Use the arrow keys to scroll through the items and press lt Enter gt to select the desired choice Important This feature occupies 2 3 GB in a hidden partition on your hard drive 50 TEILE Troubleshooting my computer 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 authorised service center for assistance Key link http global acer com 53 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 computer 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
45. place 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 42 BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Your computer is already properly configured and optimised and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run it To activate the BIOS Utility press lt F2 gt during the POST while the Notebook PC logo is being displayed Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS Utility activate the BIOS Utility then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen Disc to Disc Recovery enable To enable Disc to Disc 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 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 43 Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is install
46. ple Major at left Triple Major at right or Quad GridVista is simple to set up 1 Run GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration from the taskbar 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well organised desktop v Normal Grid Configuration i HTriple Primary at Left Restore Options H Triple Primary at Right EH Quad OES el EJ F Welcome ta MSN com Microsoft Intenet Fxplarer J a A G Powe ea Sree A S oer Holdays Make MSN com lo than Z mil ion smezing ZOC pezes co uk Becnaws the web O 29 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 Save your work in progress Remove any media floppy discs or compact discs from the drive s Shut down the computer 1 2 3 4 Close the display cover 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adaptor 6 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
47. pment 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 63 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 Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs prov
48. rance 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 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 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 4 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 5 This equipment shall
49. rd 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 1 41 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 Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 1 Turn off the computer 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 Re
50. riod 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 45 Acer eRecovery Acer eRecovery is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system User can create and save backup of the current system configuration to hard drive CD or DVD Acer eRecovery consists of the following functions 1 Create backup 2 Restore from backup 3 Create factory default image CD 4 Re install bundled software without CD 5 Change Acer eRecovery password This chapter will guide you through each process Note This feature is only available on certain models Note For systems that do not have a built in optical disc burner plug in an external USB or IEEE 1394 compatible optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery for optical disc related tasks Create backup User can create and save backup images to 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 settings and click Next 5 Inthe Recovery settings window select Backup snapshot
51. s this appliance may not operate Please ensure that a separate telephone not dependent on local power is available for emergency use 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 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Save them for future reference 1 2 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use this product near water 66 10 11 Appendix A Regulation amp safety notices Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product 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
52. tches the battery to remove the battery pack Houses the computer s battery pack Locks the battery in place Helps keep the computer cool Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan Houses the computer s main memory and Mini PCI Card Specifications Microprocessor e Intel Pentium M Processor at 1 5 2 13 GHz or higher e Intel Celeron M Processor at 1 3 1 6 GHz or higher Memory e 256 512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules e 512 KB flash ROM BIOS Data storage e One 40 GB and above E IDE hard disk 2 5 9 5mm UltraDMA 100 e One internal optical drive or One 5 25 inch internal removable optical drive AcerMedia bay for selected models e 4 in 1 Card Reader for selected models Display and video e Thin Film Transistor TFT displaying at 15 0 XGA 1024x768 15 4 WXGA 1280x800 15 0 SXGA 1400x1050 e ATI MOBILITY RADEON X600 with 64 128 MB of video memory for selected models e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support e Dual independent display e Automatic LCD dim feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power Connectivity e Integrated 10 100 1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection 1000Mpbs for selected models e Built in 56Kbps fax data modem e Three Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports e InviLink 802 11b g or 802 11a b g dual band tri mode Wireless LAN f
53. ted by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Apparatus Claims of U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 577 216 4 819 098 4 907 093 and 6 516 132 licensed for limited viewing uses only Radio Device Regulatory Notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices 69 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 onl
54. 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 67 f Ifthe product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service 12 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 13 Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly 14 To avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock use the AC adaptor only when the wall socket is properly grounded 15 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 16 Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment 17 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote ris
55. the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 57 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 authorised service center CMOS Checksum Error Contact your dealer or an authorised service center Disc Boot Failure Insert a system bootable disc into the floppy drive A then press lt Enter gt to reboot Equipment Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS Utility Configuration Error then press Exit in the BIOS Utility to reboot Hard Disc 0 Error Contact your dealer or an authorised service center Hard Disc 0 Extended Contact your dealer or an authorised service Type Error center 57 I O Parity Error Contact your dealer or an authorised service center Keyboard Error or No Contact your dealer or an authorised service Keyboard Connected center Keyboard Interface Contact your dealer or an authorised service Error center Memory Size Mismatch Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS Utility then press Exit in the BIOS Utility to reboot If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures please contact your dealer or an authorised service center for assistance Some problems may be solved using the BIOS Utility Requ
56. y E GC 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 operation is minimized as follows 70 Appendix A Regulation amp safety notices 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 Auxiliary Main Note Acer Wireless Mini PCI
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