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    Aspire 9420/9410/7110 Series User's Guide
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    Reserved. Aspire 9420/9410/7110 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 07/2006 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary
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    instructions Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
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    , exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Using electrical power • This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label
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    been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other
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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 in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be your service provider.
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    with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots
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    on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled
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    power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain symptoms may appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back: • numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation • aching, soreness
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    your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the
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    breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises. Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on page 75 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.
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    is not installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For instructions on how to use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Basic care and tips for using your
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    turn the power off, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off. • Use the power button You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey + . Note: If you
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    as replacements. Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off
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    19 Base view 20 Specifications 21 Indicators 26 Easy-launch buttons 27 Touchpad 28 Touchpad basics 28 Using the keyboard 30 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 30 Windows keys 31 Hotkeys 31 Special keys 33 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 34 Using a computer
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    Adjusting the volume 35 Acer OrbiCam 36 Launching the Acer OrbiCam (for 1.3 megapixel camera models only) 37 Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings 37 Capturing photos/videos 39 Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam 39 Enabling the Acer VisageON (for 1.3 megapixel camera models only) 40 Using
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    software 69 Playing DVD movies 69 Power management 70 Acer eRecovery Management 70 Create backup 71 Restore from backup 71 Create factory default image CD 72 Re-install bundled software without CD 72 Change password 73 Troubleshooting 74 Troubleshooting tips 74 Error messages
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    Declaration of Conformity 84 85 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 86 Index 87
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    optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently
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    conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for MSN Messenger and Microsoft Outlook. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default
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    pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable disk drives that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system. • Optical drive devices - includes any kind of CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drives. • Floppy disk drives - 3.5-inch
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    be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain locked after rebooting, until unlocked. Note: If you lose your password, there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to an Acer Customer Service Center. Be sure to remember or write down your
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    . The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following options: • Memory optimization - releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - removes unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system.
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    on your system's hard drive. By default, user-created backups are stored on the D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: • Password protection. • Recovery of applications and drivers. • Image/data backup: • Back up to HDD (set recovery point). • Back up to CD/DVD. • Image/data
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    Management" on page 70 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 disk" feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system
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    eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and to monitor the system health status. Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Displays general system status and advanced
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    the program from the Start menu. You also have the option to 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 freedom to manually adjust the settings to match your needs.
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    profile when you move from one location to another. Settings stored include network connection settings (IP and DNS settings, wireless 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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    is "Maximum Performance." You can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click on buttons to turn the following functions on/off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, FireWire(1394), Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported. DC mode (Battery mode) There are four pre-defined profiles
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    -time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in the upper half of the window. For additional options, click "Settings" to: • Set alarms. • Re-load factory defaults. • Select what actions to be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. • Set passwords
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    Empowering Technology 13
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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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    as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook. Front view # Icon Item 1 Built-in camera 2 Display screen Description 1.3 megapixel or 310,000 pixel web camera for video communication. (for selected models) Also called Liquid-Crystal Display
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    . Bluetooth communication button Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication serves as a 4-way scroll button. Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. Keyboard For entering data into your computer. Power button
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    -out jack with speakers, headphones). S/PDIF support 5 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 6 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 7 Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication communication. indicator 8 Wireless Indicates the
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    PC Card from the slot. button 2 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card. 3 5-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD). 4 Three USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, ports USB
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    USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 2 S-video/TV-out Connects to a television or display device ( 3 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 4 Modem (RJ-11) port Connects to a phone line. 5
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    after prolonged use. 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 6 PCI Express Mini Card bay Houses the computer's PCI Express Mini Card. 7 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 8 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 9 Battery bay Houses the
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    Specifications English Operating system Platform • Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) • Genuine Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2) • Genuine Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 (Rollup 2) • Genuine Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition (for Aspire 9420 Series) Aspire 9420
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    (dual-channel support) Aspire 7110 Series • Up to 1 GB of DDR2 533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) • 17.1" WXGA+ 200-nit Acer CrystalBrite™ color TFT LCD, 1440 x 900 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista
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    Audio • 60/80/100/120 GB or higher hard disk drive • Optical drive options: • DVD-Super Multi double-layer • DVD-Dual double-layer • DVD/CD-RW combo drive • 5-in-1 card reader, supporting Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick® (MS), Memory Stick PRO™ (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card™ (xD
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    ; Wake-on-LAN ready WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) WLAN: Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology (for Aspire 9420/ 9410 Series) WLAN: integrated Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi
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    Acer eLock Management • Acer ePerformance Management • Acer eRecovery Management • Acer eSettings Management • Acer eNet Management (for selected models) • Acer ePower Management • Acer ePresentation Management • Acer GridVista™ • Acer Arcade™ • Acer : The specifications listed above are for
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    HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Caps Lock Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Lights up when Num Lock is activated. Power Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Bluetooth Indicates the status of
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    amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Easy-launch buttons There are several conveniently located easy-launch and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. See "Launch Manager" on page 44. Easy-launch button Mail Web
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    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: • button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications.
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    not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your touchpad. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel.
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    cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock other shortcut functions. When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press the located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard
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    English 31 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 Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of
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    > + + Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. See
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    Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or 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
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    English 34 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on. Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes
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    English 35 Audio The computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo speakers. Adjusting the volume Use hotkeys to easily adjust the volume on your computer. See "Hotkeys" on page 31 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume.
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    camera's 225-degree ergonomic rotation allows you to capture high-resolution photos or videos up front or at the back of the LCD panel. The Acer OrbiCam fully supports the Acer Video Conference technology so you transmit the best video conference quality over an Instant Messenger service. Getting
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    English 37 Launching the Acer OrbiCam (for 1.3 megapixel camera models only) To launch the Acer OrbiCam, double-click on the Acer OrbiCam logo in the desktop. OR Click Start > All Programs > Acer > Acer OrbiCam. The Acer OrbiCam capture window appears. Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings Resolution
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    English 38 Options Click Options to display the Window, Preview, and Folder tabs. Use the options to change the capture window size, preview settings, and the folder for captured photos or videos. Camera Settings Basic settings Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the
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    English 39 Capture settings From the Camera Settings window, click the Driver Settings button. The Properties window appears. Device Settings allows you to change the camera brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, sharpness, etc. Advanced Settings allows you to activate gain control, implement image
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    are tracked more efficiently. To enable the Acer VisageON: 1 Right-click on this icon, then select VisageON from the pop-up menu. The VisageON window appears. 2 Select and apply a video effect from the left section of the VisageON window. Change the face tracking settings and options from the
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    the pop-up menu. For multiple users, the face tracking feature automatically centers all the users' face in the capture window, otherwise the utility centers the face of the user closest to the camera. 2 Click the right icon to zoom in/out or reset the current view. 3 Click VisageON to display a pop
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    the video effects section of the VisageON window. Note: 1. When using avatars, you may have to calibrate the face points to achieve better tracking. Follow screen instructions from the VisageON window to continue. 2. You may use video effects when using the camera for IM chat/ video sessions or call
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    utilities Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one
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    up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 27 for the location of the easylaunch buttons. You can
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    Security icon on the desktop or click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton Internet Security. 2 Click on Click Finished. You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals. If you are using the
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    . Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the screen. If you set the resolution lower than this native resoution, the screen expands to fill the computer display. Right-click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the "Display Properties" dialog box
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    use the internal modem. To properly use your communication software (e.g. HyperTerminal), you need to set up your location: 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Click on Dialing Rules and begin setting up your location. Refer to the Windows manual.
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    and save changes. The system will reboot. Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press during POST. To start the recovery process: 1 Restart the system. 2 While the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to
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    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
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    English 50 Acer Arcade Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated Cinema - watch DVDs or VCDs • Video - watch and/or edit video clips • Album - view photos stored on your hard disk or removable media Note: While watching videos, DVDs or slide
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    an item in the content area. When there is more than one CD or DVD drive, all drives will be shown. Pictures and videos are shown as files (with thumbnails) and organized black bars at the top and bottom of the screen. "Color profile" allows you to choose between "Original" or "ClearVision™." • Acer
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    damaging your speakers. Click Run Setup Wizard to change your original startup settings. Click About Acer Arcade to open a page with version and -left corner of the window. To go up one folder level while searching for content, click Up one level. To return to the previous screen, click the red arrow
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    need using the mouse, cursor keys or keyboard. Background mode With Acer Arcade you can continue listening to music while you perform certain other functions. Video and music will continue playing in a small window located in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen. You can press the stop button
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    ) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. This player has the features and controls of a typical DVD player. When you insert a disk into the DVD drive, the movie begins playing automatically. To control the movie, the pop-up player control panel appears at the bottom of the window when you move the
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    Acer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive Slide Show. The slide show is played at full screen. Use the pop-up control panel to control the of your images. Slide Show settings To change Slide Show settings, click the Advanced button on
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    feature is designed to play back many different kinds of video formats. formats. If you want to watch a DVD or VCD, use the "Cinema" full screen. The pop-up control panel will appear at the bottom of the screen when can be changed from the "Settings"menu. Editing video Acer Arcade offers the
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    or Clear All), then click Start Ripping. The progress of the ripping operation will be displayed on screen. You can change the file quality of the ripped tracks by clicking Settings. Make DVDs Acer Arcade provides an easy and complete solution for recording data, audio, photos or videos. You can
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    English 58 It is also possible to burn combo CD/DVDs with music, photos, and film all in one. The possibilities are endless! For specific details about each of these options, click the Help button to open the Arcade help menu. File type compatibility For details on file compatibility, please
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    the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off (Windows XP). Or: You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing + <
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    the computer back on. your battery is not drive head. • Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer. Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen
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    inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change is greater time, you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. Traveling with the computer When you 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 check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is compatible
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    hardware and software locks - a security notch and passwords. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility. Once set, you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. See "BIOS utility" on page 68. • User Password
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    64 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility
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    mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the following section. Fax/data modem Your computer has a built-in
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    English 66 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. Universal
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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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    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 The BIOS
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    to Enabled. Password To set a password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find Password on boot: and use the and keys to enable this feature. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed
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    or DVD. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions: 1 Create backup 2 Restore from backup 3 Create factory default image CD, or burn bundled software to an application CD 4 Re-install bundled software without CD 5 Change Acer eRecovery Management password This chapter will guide
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    the instructions on screen to complete the process. Restore from backup You can restore backups previously created (as stated in the Create backup section) from hard disk, CD or DVD. 1 Boot to Windows XP. 2 Press + to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility. 3 Enter the password to
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    . The default password is six zeros. 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery actions and click Next. 5 In the Recovery settings window, select Reinstall applications/drivers and click Next. 6 Select the desired driver/application and follow the instructions on screen to re-install
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    to proceed. The default password is six zeros. 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery settings and click Next. 5 In the Recovery settings window, select Password: Change Acer eRecovery Management password and click Next. 6 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process
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    or an authorized service center. keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. If you still encounter problems after going
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    energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
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    Acer, declares that this notebook PC series acer.com/products/notebook/reg-nb/index.htm for complete documents.) Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located may discontinue your service temporarily. If
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    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
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    Specifications: a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This
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    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 LEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black
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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 81 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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    . 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 option
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    , including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing. c Operation in 5 GHz band • The device
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    this declaration: Product name: Notebook PC Model number: MS2195 Machine type: Aspire 9420/9410/7110 SKU number: Aspire 942xxx/941xxx/711xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party: 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA
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    Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: [email protected] Hereby declare that: Product: Personal Computer Trade Name: Acer Model Number: MS2195 Machine Type: Aspire 9420/9410/7110 SKU Number: Aspire 942xxx/941xxx/711xxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential
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    LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle Viewing direction range class Screen tilt angle Design screen illuminance Reflection class of LCD D65 • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite™ LCD: Class III Both • Yn • u'n
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    for xiv BIOS utility 39, 68 brightness hotkeys 32 C caps lock 30 on indicator 26 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD-ROM ejecting manually 47 troubleshooting 47 cleaning computer xiv computer caring for xiii cleaning xiv disconnecting 59 features 15, 43 indicators 26 keyboards 30
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    65 printer troubleshooting 47 problems 46 CD-ROM 47 display 46 keyboard 47 printer 47 startup 46 troubleshooting 74 Q questions setting location for modem use 47 S safety CD or DVD 79 modem notices 76 scroll lock 30 security keylock 34, 63 passwords 63 speakers hotkey 32 troubleshooting 47 support
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Aspire 9420/9410/7110 Series
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