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    TravelMate 6292/6291/6231 Series User's Guide
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    All Rights Reserved. TravelMate 6292/6291/6231 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 04/2007 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or
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    the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot. CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing, follow these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably. • Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted. • Do not
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    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 short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Using electrical power •
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    . Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or
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    when using your laptop under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless lan (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G . Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed. Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic
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    in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an air atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio
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    out through your mobile phone or other telephone call system. Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:
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    inactivity. • Activate computer's Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. Note: TravelMate 6231 is not complied with Energy star requirement. Tips and
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    your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more than your documents, by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or
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    your display to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of time. Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on page 64 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.
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    refer to the AcerSystem User's Guide. This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook. It is available in
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    xiii To turn the power off, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing
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    some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible
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    10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 14 Closed front view 15 Left view 16 Right view 17 Rear view 17 Base view 18 Specifications 19 Indicators 24 Easy-launch buttons 25 Touchpad 26 Touchpad basics 26 Using the keyboard
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    36 Acer Bio-Protection (for selected models) 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 37 Launch Manager 38 Norton Internet Security 38 Frequently asked questions 40 Requesting service 43 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 43 Before you call 43 Battery pack 44 Battery pack
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    57 Installing memory 58 BIOS utility 58 Boot sequence 58 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 59 Password 59 Using software 59 Playing DVD movies 59 Acer eRecovery Management 60 Create backup 60 Burn backup disc 61 Restore and recovery 61 Troubleshooting 62 Troubleshooting tips 62
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    optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery
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    Technology program group in Start menu. You can also set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC. Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new location, while offering you the option to manually adjust the settings to match your needs.
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    Empowering Technology 3 Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information.
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    a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management options. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon
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    first. 1 Select the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. to view estimated
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    display setting. Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor.
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    by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor
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    , USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any other removable storage drive devices. • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only. To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Once set, you
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    Empowering Technology 9
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    Technology 10 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. It allows you to create full or incremental backups, burn the factory default image to optical disc, and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. By default, user
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    Empowering Technology 11 For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 60 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Note: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup
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    12 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modify boot options. Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware specifications. • Lets
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    orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on or off, and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use
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    English 14 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook. Front view # Item Description 1 Acer PureZone Two internal stereo microphones for sound recording. 2 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera
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    * right mouse buttons. and right) *The center button serves as Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (for selected models) or a 4-way scroll button (for selected models). 10 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show
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    # Icon Item 3 Line-in jack 3 Microphone jack Description Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player) Accepts inputs from external microphones. 3 Headphones/ Connects to audio line-out devices speaker/line-out jack (e.g., speakers, headphones). 4 IEEE
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    card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MS PRO), and xD-Picture Card. compatible slot computer security lock. Rear view # Icon 1 Item External display (VGA) port Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD
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    saver bay with screw) (for selected models) 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws) 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 6 Acer ezDock II/II+ connector Connects to Acer ezDock II/II+. 7 Battery release latch Releases the battery to remove the
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    19 English Specifications Operating system Platform System memory • Windows® Vista™ Business • Windows® Vista™ Home Premium • Windows® Vista™ Home Basic • Genuine Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2) Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring : (for selected models) • Intel
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    Acer GridVista™ 12.1" WXGA TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ Mobile Intel® GM965 Express Chipset with integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel® Graphic Media Accelerator (GMA) X3100 with up to 358 MB of Intel® Dynamic Video Memory
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    keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support • Empowering key • Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Bluetooth®, email, Internet, user-progammable • Intel® High Definition audio support • Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers • Acer PureZone technology
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    HDD protection technology • Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader, supporting Pre-boot Authentication (PBA), computer protection, Acer FingerLaunch and Acer FingerNav (manufacturing option) • Kensington lock slot • BIOS user, supervisor, and HDD passwords • Acer Empowering Technology (Acer
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    Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager • 512 MB / 1 GB/ 2 GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules • 100/120/160 GB hard disk drive • 6-cell 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell 7200 mAh Li-ion battery pack • DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive • Weight saver module • External USB
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    are visible even when the computer cover is closed up. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Num Lock Battery Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The battery light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The battery
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    , but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. See "Launch Manager" on page 38. Icon Easy-launch button Acer Empowering Technology Wireless communication button/indicator Bluetooth communication button/indicator Web browser Mail
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    the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor. • Press the
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    ) or Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4- way control function (for selected models) to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This button or fingerprint reader mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows
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    numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can lot of numeric data entry. A better solution would be to connect an external keypad. When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or
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    Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + :
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    Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor
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    31 English Hotkey Icon + + Function Speaker toggle Volume up Description Turns the speakers on and off. Increases the sound volume. + Volume down Decreases the sound volume. + + Brightness up Brightness down Increases the screen brightness.
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    Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1 Open
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    deliver advanced wireless networking performance in addition to allin-one compatibility.Nplify supports Acer SignalUp technology and 802.11a/b/g (dual-band tri-mode) access points.To enjoy Nplify performance, please refer to the Access Point user manual to optimize your wireless channel settings.
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    English 34 Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the
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    volume. Acer PureZone Acer PureZone technology supports Acoustic Echo Cancellation, Beam Forming and Noise Suppression for pure sound recording. To set up your microphone, run the Realtek HD Audio Manager by doubleclicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the system tray of your Windows system
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    the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Utilizing the uniqueness of one's fingerprint features, Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution Boot Authentication (PBA), centralized password management with Password Bank, and fast application/website launching and login with Acer FingerLaunch. Acer Bio
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    enable the dual display feature of your notebook, first ensure that a second display is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and
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    -organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 25 for the location of the
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    39 How do I check for viruses? 1 Double-click the Norton Internet Security icon on the Windows desktop. 2 Select Tasks & Scans. 3 Select Run Scan to scan your system. 4 When the scan is complete, review the results of the scan. Note: For optimal security, run a Full System Scan when scanning
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    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
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    keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to access the BIOS utility
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    up your location. Refer to the Windows manual. Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection this option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure
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    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
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    the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the
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    packs to temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 45°C (113°F). Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack. By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge. Failure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining
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    next day with a fully charged battery. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's present charge level. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most
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    applications. 3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. 4. Replace the battery pack. 5. Turn on the computer and resume work. The AC adapter or a power outlet is unavailable. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Save all necessary files. 2. Close all applications. 3. Shut down the
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    notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external (Windows XP).
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    computer in the meeting room. If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode. Press + or close the display cover whenever you the following items with you: • AC adapter and power cord • The printed User's Guide
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    the computer. If the temperature change is greater than 10 °C (18 °F), allow the computer to come to of time, you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. Traveling with the computer When you are battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer
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    the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Proof of and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage. Do
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    chassis of the computer, lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Wrap a computer security lock cable BIOS utility. See "BIOS utility" on page 58. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot
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    and press to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press . • 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 to use
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    54 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read
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    English 55 Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet (RJ-45) port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. Fast
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    English 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. IEEE 1394 port The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394compatible device like a video camera or
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    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 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
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    Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. BIOS utility
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    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 and , South Korea Latin America, Australia, New Zealand Former USSR, parts of Africa, India People's Republic of China
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    drivers. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions: 1 Create backup 2 Burn backup disc 3 Restore and recovery This chapter will guide Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 In the Acer eRecovery Management window,
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    to burn a user backup will burn your most recently created backup image to disc. 4 Follow the instructions on screen to user created image, or from previously created CD and DVD backups. You can also reinstall applications and drivers for your Acer system. 1 Press + or select Acer
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    attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error
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    63 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. English
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    and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. Operation conditions This device complies with Part
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    users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique 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
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    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
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    to support pulse dialing. 7 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. 8 This
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    STRÅLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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    contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products with such devices. European V1.2.1:2002 • EN301 489-3 V1.4.1:2002 (Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 489-7 V1.2.1:2002 (Applied to models with 3G function) •
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    English English 70 wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 511 V9.0.2:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function) • EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function). • EN301 908-2 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function).
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    limits. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows: 1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option devices that are included in the user's manual of each RF
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    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 in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors
  • Acer 6291 6753 | TravelMate 6291/6292/6231 User's Guide EN - Page 90
    LCD panel ergonomic specifications English Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle Viewing direction range class Screen tilt angle Design screen illuminance Reflection class of LCD • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite™ LCD: Class III Both • Yn •
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    is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Notebook PC Model number: ZU1, ZU2 Machine type: TravelMate 6292/6291/6231 SKU number: TravelMate 6292/6291/6231-xxxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party: 333
  • Acer 6291 6753 | TravelMate 6291/6292/6231 User's Guide EN - Page 92
    : 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: [email protected] Hereby declare that: Product: Personal Computer Trade Name: Acer Model Number: ZU1, ZU2 Machine Type: TravelMate 6292/6291/6231 SKU Number: TravelMate 6292/6291/6231-xxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential
  • Acer 6291 6753 | TravelMate 6291/6292/6231 User's Guide EN - Page 93
    English English 76 Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment
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    BIOS utility 58 brightness hotkeys 31 C caps lock 28 on indicator 24 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD-ROM ejecting 33 ejecting manually 41 troubleshooting 55 K keyboard 28 embedded numeric keypad 28 hotkeys 30 lock keys 28 troubleshooting 41 Windows keys 29 L left view 15
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    54 N network 55 Notebook Manager hotkey 30 num lock 28 on indicator 24 numeric keypad embedded 28 P password 52 types 52 PC Card 57 ejecting 57 inserting 57 ports 54 printer troubleshooting 41 problems 40 CD-ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 62 Q questions setting
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