Acer 220 Series Laptop User Manual
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1. Incorrect password specified System disabled Wy Slide and hold the power switch for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer again and try again If you fail to enter the Hard Disk Password please contact your dealer or an authorized service center Setting passwords You can set passwords using e Notebook Manager e BlOS Utility See your online guide for more details 32 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 2 Customizing my computer After learning the basics of your TravelMate computer let s get acquainted with the advanced features of your computer In this chapter you will learn how to add options upgrade components for better performance and customize your computer 35 Expanding through options Your TravelM ate offers you a complete mobile computing experience AcerMedia bay modules To swap drive modules in and out of the AcerM edia drive bay follow these steps 1 Turn your computer off 2 Close the display cover 3 Turn the computer over 4 Slide and hold the AcerM edia drive bay release latch a then pull out the drive module from the AcerM edia drive bay b 5 Insert a drive module into the AcerM edia drive bay The bay release latch locks it in place 6 Turn the computer over 7 Open the display cover 8 Turn your computer on Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC For instru2. 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 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 CTR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC CTR 21 for pan European 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 63 Important safety
3. any PS 2 compatible device e g PS 2 keyboard mouse keypad 2 Serial port Connects to a serial device e g serial mouse 3 Parallel port 4 USB ports two em Connects to a parallel device e g parallel printer Connect to any Universal Serial Bus devices e g USB mouse USB camera 5 External display Connects to a display device e g external port monitor LCD projector and displays up to 64K oS colors at 1280x1024 resolution 6 Modem jack Connects to a phone line 7 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 based network Bottom view Memory Houses the computer s main memory compartment Hard disk anti Protects your hard disk against shocks shock protection Personal Insert a business card or similar sized identification slot AcerMedia bay release latch AcerMedia bay identification card to personalize your computer Unlatches the AcerM edia drive for removal or swapping Houses an AcerMedia drive module Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack Battery release Unlatches the battery to remove the battery latch pack Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk secured by a screw 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Features Below isa brief summary of the computer s many features Performance Intel Mobile Pentium III processor with 512 KB cache or Intel Mobile Celeron processor with 128 KB or 256 KB cac
4. drive may be dirty Clean it using a drive deaning kit Follow the instructions included with the kit The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to the PS 2 connector on the computer s rear If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose The serial mouse does not work Check the following e Make sure that the serial cable is plugged securely into the serial port e During the POST press F2 to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the serial port isenabled See BIOS Utility on page 42 and your online guide for more details prefer using an external keyboard and mouse but both have PS 2 48 3 Troubleshooting my computer connectors and there is only one PS 2 port on the computer To connect two PS 2 type devices to the computer you need to use an optional PS 2 Y bridge connector The printer does not work Check the following e Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it isturned on e Depending on your connection USB or parallel make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the appropriate port on your computer and the corresponding port on the printer e During POST press F2 to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the parallel port is enabled if you use a parallel printer want to set up my location to use the internal modem To properly use your communications software y
5. 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 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 28 1 Getting to know your TravelMate AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling Spare fully charged battery packs AcerM edia drive module s Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Proof of purchase in case you need to show it to customs officials International 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 When traveling in another country check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible If not purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer If you are using the modem check if the modem and
6. keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It isindicated 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 Note If an external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer the Num Lock feature automatically shifts from the internal keyboard to the external keyboard or keypad Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions pl KN aon Windowslogo key Start button Combinations with this key perform al shortcut functions Below are a few examples A Tab Activates next taskbar button E Explores My Computer aa F Finds Document aa M Minimizes All Shift 32 M Undoes Minimize All z R Displays the Run dialog box Application key Opens a context menu same asa right click 5 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 14 1 Getting to know your TravelMate To activate hot keys press and hold t
7. reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode Press Fn F4 or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer Then tap any key or open the display to resume 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 diskettes and compact discs 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 siding around and cushion it if it should fall 26 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to bring with you Unless you already have some items at home bring the following items with you e AC adapter and power cord e The printed user s manual e AcerMedia drive module s Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work e Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you e f you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot bring the computer with you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat e Changes in
8. 8 KB TouchPad Enabled Manufacturer Name Acer indict Name Travalh ste 29N lt D E See your online guide for more information Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard See Launch Keys on page 16 for the location of the launch keys 42 2 Customizing my computer You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application Launch Manager SEE add Delete C Program Files utlook Express msimnex Add Delete Launch Manager C WProgram Files Acer Launch Manager in w Add Delete Launch Manager T Program Fies Ace Launch Managerin v Add Delete BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility isa hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS basic input ouput system Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run it To activate the BIOS Utility press F2 during the POST power on self test while the TravelMate logo is being displayed See your online guide for more information BIOS Utility System Information Basic System Settings Startup Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration System Security Load Default Settings TL Move highlight bar 1 Select Esc Exit 3 Troubleshooting my computer Th
9. INN STRALEN Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery isincorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions ADVARSEL Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig h ndtering Udskiftning m kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type L ver det brugte batteri tilbage til leverand ren ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Anv nd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera anv nt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion VAROITUS P risto voi r j ht jos se on virheellisesti asennettu Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin H vit k ytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgem fsen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers 66 Appendix B Notices Year 2000 compliance statement The TravelMate 220 260 series notebook computer carries the Hardware NSTL Tested Year 2000 Compliant logo which certifies that thi
10. ST power on self test 42 printer troubleshooting 48 problems 45 CD 47 CD ROM 46 diskette 47 display 45 46 DVD 47 floppy drive 47 keyboard 47 printer 48 serial mouse 47 startup 45 troubleshooting 44 Q questions multiple PS 2 devices 48 setting location for modem use 48 S safety CD ROM 64 FCC notice 61 general instructions 63 modem notices 62 scroll lock 11 security keylock 29 passwords 29 service when to call vi speakers hotkey 15 troubleshooting 46 specifications 54 Standby mode hotkey 14 status indicator 10 status indicators 10 storage 19 AcerMedia drive 19 hard disk 19 support information 51 T touchpad 17 hotkey 15 using 17 18 travel international flights 27 local trips 27 69 troubleshooting 44 rear 6 tips 49 right 5 volume U adjusting 22 universal serial bus 37 WwW V warranty view International Traveler s Warran front 4 ty 51 left 4 Windowskeys 13
11. TravelM ate 220 260 series User s guide Copyright 2001 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelM ate 220 260 series User s guide Original Issue December 2001 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 disdaims 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 TravelM ate 220 260 series Notebook computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other company s product names or trademarks are use
12. ar You can also use the volume control knob on the left panel of the computer to adjust the volume e f headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer s right panel the internal speakers automatically turn off want to eject the CD or DVD tray without turning on the power cannot eject the CD or DVD tray There isa mechanical eject button on the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and push to eject the tray a 47 The floppy drive cannot access a diskette Check the following e Make sure the diskette is properly inserted in the floppy drive e Make sure the diskette is formatted e If the diskette is not the cause of the problem the floppy drive may be dirty Clean it using a drive deaning kit Follow the instructions included with the kit The CD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Check the following e Make sure the disc is supported by the drive If your computer has a CD ROM drive it can read CDs but cannot read DVDs If your computer has a DVD drive it can read DVDs in addition to CDs e When placing the CD or DVD in the drive tray make sure it is secure in the spindle on the drive tray e Make sure the CD or DVD is free from scratches or smudges If the CD or DVD is dirty clean it using a disc deaning kit Remember to follow the instructions induded with the kit e f the problem does not lie with the disc your CD or DVD
13. ck v computer v cD troubleshooting 47 CD ROM ejecting 19 ejecting manually 46 troubleshooting 46 cleaning computer vi computer bringing to meetings 25 caring for v cleaning vi disconnecting 24 features 3 8 indicators 10 keyboards 11 moving around 24 on indicator 10 performance 8 67 security 29 setting up a home office 26 taking home 25 traveling internationally 27 traveling on local trips 27 troubleshooting 44 turning off iv D diskette ejecting 21 inserting 21 display hotkeys 14 troubleshooting 45 46 DVD 20 troubleshooting 47 DVD movies playing 20 E error messages 49 Ethernet 36 Euro 15 F FAQ See frequently asked questions floppy drive troubleshooting 47 frequently asked questions 45 front view 3 H hard disk 19 help online manual iv online services 51 Hibernation mode hotkey 14 hotkeys 13 l indicator lights 10 ITW See warranty K keyboard 11 embedded numeric keypad 12 hotkeys 13 lock keys 11 68 troubleshooting 47 Windowskeys 13 L LEDs 10 M media access on indicator 10 memory installing 40 upgrading 39 messages error 49 modem 36 mouse troubleshooting 47 N network 36 Notebook Manager 41 hotkey 14 notice DVD copyright protection 66 year 2000 compliance 66 numlock 11 on indicator 10 numeric keypad embedded 12 numlock 12 Oo online services 51 options memory upgrade 39 P password 29 types 29 PCCard 38 ejecting 38 inserting 38 ports 35 PO
14. connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in 29 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 panel 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 locked drawer handle Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available Using passwords Three password types protect your computer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data e Setup Password prevents unauthorized entry to the BIOS Utility Once set you must key in this password to gain access to the BIOS Utility See BIOS Utility on page 42 and your online guide for more details e Power on Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from hibernation for maximum security e Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk Even if the hard disk is 30 1 Getting to know you
15. ctions on how to connect different 36 2 Customizing my computer external devices to the computer see your online guide for more details Modem Your computer has a built in V 90 56Kbps AC 97 Link 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 modem connect a phone cable from the modem jack to a phone line jack Start your communications software program See your communications manual for instructions Network Your computer has built in Ethernet Fast Ethernet capabilities To use the network feature connect an Ethernet cable from the network jack 37 to an network jack or hub Consult your network administrator for details Universal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus USB port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect and daisy chain USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources Your computer has two ports available 38 2 Customizing my computer PC Card slot There is one Type II Type III CardBus PC Card slot found on the left side of the computer This slot accepts credit card sized 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 type III cards include flash mem
16. d herein for identification 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 We hope you will be happy with your TravelMate as much as we enjoyed making it for you 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 with setting up your computer This 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 PDF Portable Document Format Follow these steps 1 Click on Start Programs TravelMate 2 Click on TravelMate User s guide Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader installed If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer clicking on TravelMate 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 menu i A handy Hot key pocket reference card is useful for quick EEE glances at functional key combinations An Online guide is your helping hand on the go with easy to access detailed and linked in
17. er Video RAM BIOS Bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center 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 51 Requesting 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 authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide There are three ways to access Acer for technical support and information e Internet service worldwide visit www acersupport com e Telephone support in the United States and Canada call 1 800 816 2237 e Technical support numbers in various countries You can view a list of technical support numbers by foll
18. formation 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds 1 U S A Canada 2 Europe Middle East South Africa J apan 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 21 Floppy drive The internal floppy drive accepts standard 3 5 inch 1 44 MB diskettes Inserting and ejecting a diskette Insert a diskette label side up into the floppy drive Eject a diskette by pressing the floppy disk eject button a and pull out the diskette to remove it 22 1 Getting to know your TravelM ate Audio The computer comes with 16 bit high fidelity AC 97 stereo audio The built in dual stereo speakers are easy to access There are audio ports on the left panel of the computer See Left view on page 4 for more information on external audio devices Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is easy with a rotary volume control knob on the left panel Turn the knob to the left dockwise to increase the volume turn it to the right counterclockwise to decrease the volume N 23 Power management This computer hasa built in power management unit that monitors system activity System activity refers to a
19. formation about your computer To access the online guide 1 Click on Start Programs TravelMate 2 Click on TravelMate Online guide Lastly there may be a Read me first sheet included with your package which contains important reminders and updates So please read through it For more information about our products services and support information please visit our Web site global acer com Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer simply slide and then release the power switch on the left side of your TravelMate See Left view on page 4 for the location of the power switch 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 switch Note You can also use the power switch to perform power management functions See Power management on page 23 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 Power management on page 23 Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the power switch 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 compu
20. he 64 bit memory bus AcerM edia bay removable CD or DVD drive Built in floppy drive High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk High capacity battery pack Advanced Configuration Power Interface ACPI power management system Display Large Thin Film Transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD displaying 32 bit true color at 1024x768 XGA eXtended Graphics Array resolution 3D capabilities Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support Supports other output display devices such as LCD projection panels for large audience presentations Automatic LCD dim feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power Dual display capability Multimedia 16 bit high fidelity AC 97 stereo audio with 3D sound and wavetable synthesizer Built in dual speakers High speed CD or DVD drive AcerM edia bay USB video capture kit option Connectivity e High speed fax data modem port e Ethernet Fast Ethernet port e USB Universal Serial Bus ports Human centric design and ergonomics e All in one design CD or DVD drive floppy drive and hard disk e Sleek smooth and stylish design e Full sized keyboard e Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device Expansion e One Type III or one Type II CardBus PC Card formerly PCMCIA slot e Upgradeable memory 10 1 Getting to know your TravelM ate Indicators The computer has six easy to read status icons below the display screen The P
21. he Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination HITTIL FEIL Fn F1 9 Hot Key Help Displays help on hot keys Fn F2 Setup Accesses the computer s configuration utility Fn F3 i Power Switches the power W Management management scheme used by Scheme Toggle the computer function available if supported by operating system See the Online guide for details Fn F4 z Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep Z mode See the Online guide for details Fn F5 Display Toggle Switches display output o between the display screen external monitor if connected and both the display screen and external monitor Fn F6 D Screen Blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return 15 Fn F7 r Touchpad Toggle Turnsthe internal touchpad on and off Fn F8 jh Speaker Toggle Turns the speakers on and off Fn re Brightness up Increases the screen sh brightness Fn Brightness down Decreases the screen T brightness Alt Gr Euro Euro Types the Euro symbol The Euro symbol If your keyboard layout is set to United States International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a European layout you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard Note for US keyboard users The keyboard layout is set when you first set up Windows For the Euro symbol to work the keyboard layout has to be set to United States International To verif
22. instructions Read these instructions carefully Save these instructions for future reference 1 2 10 11 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 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product Slots and openingsin the cabinet and the back or bottom 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 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
23. into your computer 9 Status indicators LEDs that turn on and off to show the status of the computer its functions and components Left view 1 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock 2 PCCard slot Connects to one Type Ill or one Type II 16 bit PC Card or 32 bit CardBus PC Cl Card 3 Eject button Ejects PC Card from the card slot 4 Power switch Turns on the computer power 5 Speaker Headphone out jack Connects to audio line out devices e g speakers headphones er 6 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g cb audio CD player stereo walkman 7 Microphone in jack Accepts a mono stereo condenser e microphone 4 8 Volume control Controls the volume of the speakers 9 Video capture kit slot Accepts the video capture kit option on the left side of the computer Right view 1 Video capture kit slot Accepts the video capture kit option on the right side of the computer 2 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 3 AcerMedia drive Houses removable media drive modules 4 LED indicator Lights up when the AcerMedia drive is active 5 Eject button Ejects the compact disc from the drive 6 Emergency eject slot Ejects the compact disc when the computer is turned off See page 46 for more details 7 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter Rear view 1 Getting to know your TravelM ate 1 PS 2 port Oca Connectsto
24. is chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutionsto 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 45 Frequently asked questions The following isa 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 switch and opened the display but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the Power indicator e If it isnot lit no power is being applied to the computer Check the following e If you are running on battery power it may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack e Make sure that the AC adapter is plugged in properly to the computer and to the power outlet e If itis lit check the following e If the Sleep indicator is lit the computer is in Seep mode Press any key or tap on the touchpad to resume e Isanon bootable non system diskette in the floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system diskette and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system e The operating system files may be damaged or missing Insert the startup disk you created during Windows setup into the floppy drive and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system This will diagnose your syste
25. ized service center I O Parity Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Insert system diskette and press lt Enter gt key to reboot Insert a system bootable diskette into the floppy drive A then press Enter to reboot 50 3 Troubleshooting my computer Keyboard Error or No Keyboard Connected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Memory Size Mismatch Missing operating system Press F2 during POST to enter the BIOS Utility then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the computer Press F2 during POST to enter the BIOS Utility then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the computer Non system disk or disk error Replace and strike any key when ready Pointing Device Error Insert a system bootable diskette into the floppy drive A then press Enter to reboot Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Pointing Device Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Protected Mode Test Fail Contact your dealer or an authorized service center RAM BIOS Bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center RAM Parity Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Real Time Clock Error Press F2 during POST to enter the BIOS Utility then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the comput
26. lowing media storage e High capacty Enhanced IDE hard disk e AcerMedia drive e Floppy drive Hard disk The high capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs This is where your data files are stored AcerMedia drive The AcerMedia drive bay accepts a wide variety of media drive modules for use with your computer These include the following e CD ROM drive e DVD ROM drive e DVD CD RW drive Ejecting the CD or DVD tray To eject the CD or DVD tray when the computer isturned on pressthe drive eject button a then pull out the tray When the power is off you can eject the drive tray using the emergency eject hole See page 46 20 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the AcerM edia 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 program asks you to input 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 las 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 later in this section for DVD movie region code in
27. m and make necessary fixes 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 two things might be the cause e The brightness level might be too low Press Fn gt increase and Fn lt decrease to adjust the brightness level e The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hot key Fn F5 to toggle the display back to the computer 46 3 Troubleshooting my computer Image is not full screen Make sure that the resolution is set to 1024x768 This isthe native resolution of your 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 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 speakers may be turned off Press Fn F8 to turn the speakers on this hot key also turns the speakers off e The volume level may be too low In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskb
28. ny 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 ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer Refer to your online guide for more information 24 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Moving around with your TravelMate This section gives you tips and hintson thingsto 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 diskette or compact disc from the drive s Shut down the operating system Turn off the computer Close the display cover Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter VU BP WN Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 8 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 ro
29. 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 If the product has been exposed to rain or water 64 Appendix B Notices d Ifthe 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 If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service 12 Replace the battery with the same type as the product s battery we recommend Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Refer battery replacement to a
30. om 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 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 Turn Off Computer 2 Click on Turn Off Or 25 you can put the computer in Seep mode by pressing Fn F4 Then close and latch the display When you are ready to use the computer again unlatch and open the display and press any key If the power indicator is off the computer has entered Hibernation mode and turned off Press slide and release the power switch to turn the computer back on Note that the computer may enter Hibernation mode after a period of time it isin Sleep mode Turn the power on to wake up the computer from Hibernation mode What to bring to short meetings A fully charged battery runs the computer for about 2 5 hours under most circumstances If your meeting is shorter than that you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than the computer What to bring to long meetings If your meeting will last longer than 2 5 hours or if your battery is not fully charged you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet
31. ory SRAM fax data modem 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 lower 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 dick on the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar and click on the PC Card item Click OK to confirm 39 3 Pressthe slot eject button a to pop out the eject button then press it again a to eject the card b Upgrade options Your computer delivers superior power and performance However some users and the applications they use may demand more This computer allows you to upgrade key components when you need increased performance Note Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to performa key component upgrade Memory upgrade Memory is expandable to 1 GB employing 128 256 512 MB 64 bit industry standard soDIMMs Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules The computer supports SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory There are two memory slots on your computer one of which is occupied by standard memory You can upgrade memory by installing a memory module into the available slot or replacing the standard mem
32. ory with a higher capacity memory module 40 2 Customizing my computer Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 1 Turn off the computer unplug the AC adapter if connected and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over to access its base 2 Remove the screw from the memory cover a then lift up and remove the memory cover b 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot a then gently press it down until it clicks into place b 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size Using system utilities Notebook Manager The computer has a built in system setup program called Notebook Manager The Windows based Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords the startup sequence of the drives and power management settings It also shows current hardware configurations To start the Notebook Manager press Fn F2 or follow these steps 1 Click on Start Programs then Notebook Manager 2 Select the Notebook Manager application to run the program Notebook Manager POST Boot Sequence Password Display Device Welcome to Notebook Manager This page shows you the basic system configuration evice Configuration Sad PU Intel Celeron 933 MHz Total Memory 128 MB Hard Disk 10051 MB Serial Port Enabled Parallel Port Enabled Internal Cache Cache ON 32 KB External Cache Cache ON 12
33. ou need to set up your location 1 Click on Start Control Panel 2 Double click on Phone and Modem Options 3 Click on the Dialing Rules tab and begin setting up your location Refer to Windows Help and Support 49 Error messages This notebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems 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 CM OS 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 diskette into the floppy drive A then press Enter to reboot Diskette Drive Controller Error or No Controller Present Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Diskette Drive Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Diskette Drive Type Mismatch Equipment Configuration Error Press F2 during POST to enter the BIOS Utility then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the computer Press F2 during POST to enter the BIOS Utility then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the computer Hard Disk 0 Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Hard Disk 0 Extended Type Error Contact your dealer or an author
34. oving or replacing batteries vi e Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children e Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if at all possible Cleaning and servicing When deaning the computer follow these steps 1 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Usea soft cloth moistened with water Do not use liquid or aerosol deaners If any of the following occurs e The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged e Liquid has been spilled into the product e The computer does not operate normally Please refer to Troubleshooting my computer on page 43 First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer 1 Getting to know your TravelM ate A TravelM ate tour Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Indicators Using the keyboard Special keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Storage Hard disk AcerMedia drive Floppy drive Audio Adjusting the volume Power management Moving around with your TravelMate Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Taking the computer home Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Securing your computer Using a computer security lock Using passwords 2 Customizing my computer Expanding through options AcerMedia bay modules Connectivity options Upgrade options Using system utilities Notebook Manager Launch Manager Con
35. ower and Sleep status icons are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the status of the computer while the cover is dosed lt r Power Lights when the computer is on Z Sleep Lights when the computer enters Standby mode Z and blinks when it enters into or resumes from hibernation mode p Media Activity Lights when the floppy drive hard disk or 7 AcerM edia drive is active Battery Charge Lights when the battery is being charged Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated 11 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded keypad separate cursor keys two Windows keys and twelve function keys Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off Hr ir i T Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric Fn F11 mode The keys function asa 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 ison 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 12 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Embedded numeric
36. owing these steps 1 Click on Start Control Panel 2 Double click on System 3 Click on the Support Information button 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 52 3 Troubleshooting my computer 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 Appendix A Specifications This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer 55 Microprocessor Intel Mobile Pentium Ill processor with 512 KB cache or Intel Mobile Celeron processor with 128 KB or 256 KB cache Memory Main memory expandable to 1 GB Dual 144 pin soDIMM socket SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory 512 KB Flash ROM BIOS Data storage One 3 5 inch internal floppy drive One high capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk One 5 25 inch internal removable CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD CD RW drive AcerMedia bay Display and video 13 3 or 14 1 Thin Film Transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD displaying 32 bit true color at 1024x768 eXtended Graphics Arra
37. p Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer Use conditions This part 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 62 Appendix B Notices Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Remarque a l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Modem notices FCC This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the bottom side of the modem isa label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and
38. qualified serviceman 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 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 7A 125V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 15 feet 4 6 meters 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 RAY OS ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING VEDABNING SE IKKE IND STRALEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERS TEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTR LNING N R DENNA DEL R PPNAD ALA TUIJ OTA S TEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRALEN 65 VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING NAR DEKSEL APNESSTIRR IKKE
39. r TravelMate removed from the computer and moved to another computer it cannot be accessed without the Hard Disk Password Important Do not forget your Setup and Hard Disk Password If you forget your password please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the left hand corner of the display screen When the Setup Password is set the following prompt appears when you press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility at boot up Setup Password oo Type the Setup Password and press Enter to access the BIOS Utility When the Power on Password is set the following prompt appears at boot up E Type the Power on Password a symbol appears for each character you type and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly an x symbol appears Try again and press Enter When the Hard Disk Password isset the following prompt appears at boot up g Type the Hard Disk Password a symbol appears for each character you type and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly an x symbol appears Try again and press Enter Important You have three chances to enter a password If you successfully entered the password you are presented with a 31 correct entry symbol If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the following message or symbol appears Setup Power on Hard Disk
40. s model has been tested by NSTL using the YMark2000 test and has been found to meet NSTL s standards for Year 2000 hardware compliance For more details check the Acer Year 2000 Resource Center Web site http global acer com service pcy2000 html LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by 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 authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized 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 and 4 907 093 licensed for limited viewing uses only Index A AC adapter caring for v AcerMedia drive 19 installing and removing 35 swapping 35 audio 22 adjusting the volume 22 troubleshooting 46 B battery pack caring for v charging indicator 10 BIOS utility 42 brightness hotkeys 15 C capslock 11 on indicator 10 care AC adapter v battery pa
41. 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 Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home you may want to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid transporting 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 27 Traveling with the computer when you are moving within a larger distance for instance from your office building to a dient 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 bringing it into the gate area What to bring with you Bring the following items with you e AC adapter e Spare fully charged battery pack s e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer e AcerMedia drive module s Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer
42. tents viii BIOS Utility 3 Troubleshooting my computer Frequently asked questions Error messages Requesting service International Traveler s Warranty ITW Before you call Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices Index 59 67 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Your TravelMate computer combines high performance versatility power management features and multimedia capabilities with a unique style and ergonomic design Work with unmatched productivity and reliability with your new power computing partner 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 Also called LCD liquid crystal display displays computer output 2 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse 3 Floppy activity indicator LED light emitting diode that turns on and off when the floppy is active 4 Floppy drive Internal diskette drive accepts 3 5 inch diskettes 5 Floppy disk eject button Push this button to eject the floppy disk 6 Click buttons left The left and right buttons function like the center and right left and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a scroll up down button 1 Getting to know your TravelM ate 7 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 8 Keyboard Inputs data
43. ter e 60 Watt e Auto sensing 100 240Vac 50 60Hz Options 128 256 512 MB memory upgrade module PS 2 Y bridge cable Additional AC adapter and battery pack External battery charger InviLink 802 11b wireless LAN PC card Lucent AP 100 802 11b Access Point 58 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices This appendix lists the general notices of your computer 61 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 isno 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 e Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for hel
44. ter will serve you well if you take care of it Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock 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 sam the computer display when you close it Never place the computer on uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter Do not connect the adapter to any other device Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from 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 rem
45. u can press Fn F7 to disable the touchpad If you are using an external PS 2 mouse the touchpad is automatically disabled Touchpad basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad 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 produces similar results e Use the center 2 button top and bottom to scroll up or down a page This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications 18 1 Getting to know your TravelM ate Execute Click twice Tap twice at the quickly same speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and Tap twice at the hold then same speed as use finger to double clicking a drag the mouse button then cursor on the hold finger to the touchpad touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Access Click context once menu Scroll Click and hold the up down button Note Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad Also keep the touchpad dry and dean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements Hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness 19 Storage This computer supplies you with the fol
46. y XGA resolution 3D capabilities Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support Dual display capability Audio 16 bit AC 97 stereo audio with built in wavetable synthesizer Dual speakers Windows Sound System compatible Separate audio ports for headphone out line in and microphone in devices Keyboard and pointing device 84 85 88 key Windows keyboard Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device with scroll function 56 Appendix A Specifications I O ports e One type Il type III PC Card slot CardBus PCMCIA e One RJ 11 phone jack V 90 56Kbps modem e One RJ 45 network jack Ethernet 10 100BaseT e One DC in jack AC adapter e One parallel port ECP EPP compliant e One external monitor port e One PS 2 keyboard mouse port e One speaker headphone out jack 3 5mm minijack e One audio line in jack 3 5mm minijack e One microphone in jack 3 5mm minijack e Two USB ports e One 9 pin RS 232 serial port UART16550 Weight and dimensions e 3 16 kg 6 95 Ibs for 14 1 TFT model with battery and CD ROM drive e 311 W x 260 5 D x 36 7 H mm Environment e Temperature e Operating 5 C 35 C e Non operating 10 C 60 C e Humidity non condensing e Operating 20 85 RH e Non operating 20 85 RH System e Microsoft Windows e ACPI support e DMI 2 0 compliant Power e Battery pack 57 e 4000mAh Li lon or 4500mAh NiMH battery pack e 2 hour rapid charge 2 5 hour charge in use AC adap
47. y the keyboard type 1 Click on Start Control Panel 2 Double click on Regional and Language Options 3 Click on the Language tab and click on Details 4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for En English United States is set to United States International If not select and click on ADD then select United States International and click on OK 5 Click on OK To type the Euro symbol 1 Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard 2 Open a text editor or word processor 16 1 Getting to know your TravelM ate 3 Hold Alt Gr and press the Euro symbol Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to http Www microsoft com typography faq faql2 htm for more information Launch Keys Located at the top of the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called launch keys They are designated as key 1 key 2 key 3 and key 4 By default key 1 is used to launch the Internet browser and key 2 isused to launch the email application Keys 3 and 4 start the Launch Manager application All four launch keys can be set by the user To set the launch keys run the Acer Launch Manager 17 Touchpad The built in touchpad is a PS 2 compatible 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 Note When using an external USB or serial mouse yo
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