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TravelMate 2300/4000/4500 Series User's Guide - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 2
be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. TravelMate 2300/4000/4500 Series Notebook Computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 3
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 - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 4
To turn on the computer, simply press and release the power switch below the LCD screen beside the launch keys. See "Front view" on page 3 for the location of the power switch. To turn the power off, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer; then - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 5
according to local regulations. Recycle if at all possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 6
English vi If any of the following occurs: • The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the product. • The computer does not operate normally. Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 53. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 7
15 Lock keys 15 Embedded numeric keypad 16 Windows keys 17 Hot keys 18 Special Key 20 Launch keys 21 Touchpad 23 Touchpad basics 23 Storage 25 Hard disk 25 Optical drive 25 AcerMedia bay (only in TravelMate 4500) 26 Audio 28 Adjusting the volume 28 Power management 28 - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 8
Upgrade options 45 Using system utilities 48 Acer eManager 48 Launch Manager 49 BIOS Utility 49 D to D Recovery (Disc to Disc) 50 Multilingual operating system installation 50 Restore without a Recovery CD 50 Setup password and exit 51 3 Troubleshooting my computer 53 Frequently - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 9
1 Getting to know your TravelMate - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 10
Your TravelMate computer combines highperformance, 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. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 11
English 3 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 # Item 1 Display screen Description Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 12
4 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English # Item Description 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 3 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer. 4 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. 5 Click buttons The left and right buttons - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 13
and IR-aware computer). 3 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on. 4 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged. 5 Bluetooth communications Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth (optional) communications. 6 Wireless communications Lights to indicate the status of - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 14
jack 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Description Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). 10 USB 2.0 port 11 Latch Connects to - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 15
CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. Lights up when the optical drive is active. Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off. See page 56 for more details. Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive. Houses an AcerMedia drive module. Note: The positions of the - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 16
to know your TravelMate English # Item 1 IEEE 1394 port (Manufacturing option) Description Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. 2 PC Card slot eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot. 3 PC Card slot Connects to one Type II CardBus PC Card. 4 3-in-1 card reader 5 Two USB 2.0 ports Accepts MS - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 17
1 Power jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. 2 External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 3 100-pin port replicator Connects to an I/O port replicator, or connector Acer EasyPort expansion devices. (Manufacturing option) 4 Security - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 18
. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 5 AcerMedia bay release latch Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for removing the optical drive. (Only in TravelMate 4500 - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 19
MB with dual soDIMM modules • 30 GB and above high-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk • Advanced Configuration Power Interface (ACPI) power management system • Internal removable optical drive (AcerMedia bay) • Li-ion main battery pack Display • The TFT LCD panel providing a large viewing area for - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 20
option) • Three Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports • InviLink™ 802.11b/g or 802.11a/b/g dual-band tri-mode Wireless LAN (manufacturing option) • Bluetooth® (manufacturing option) • 100-pin port replicator connector (manufacturing option) • SD/MMC/MS memory card reader (manufacturing option) Human - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 21
English 13 Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status icons on the upper-right above the keyboard. Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights when Caps Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated. Media activity Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is active. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 22
1 Getting to know your TravelMate In addition, there are two indicators at the front panel. Even when the cover is closed, the state or features can still be seen. English Icon Function Power Description Lights when the computer is on. Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 23
English 15 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock Key Caps Lock Num - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 24
English 16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 25
Windows-specific functions. English Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows My Computer window. Opens Help and Support. Opens the Find: All Files dialog box. + M Shift + + R Minimizes all windows. + M Undoes the minimize all windows ( - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 26
English 18 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 27
Icon Fn-F5 Function Display toggle Fn-F6 Fn-F7 Fn-F8 Fn-↑ Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up 19 Description Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both the display screen and external monitor. Turns the display screen backlight - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 28
English 20 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. To type: press the dollar sign at the upper-center of the keyboard. Note: This function varies by the operating system version. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 29
English 21 Launch keys Located at the upper-right above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as the mail, Web browser, Empowering and programmable keys. Press the Acer Empowering Key to run the Acer eManager. Please see "Acer eManager" on page 48. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 30
English 22 1 Getting to know your TravelMate In addition, there are two launch keys at the front panet. Even when the cover is closed, you can easily access the features of Wireless and Bluetooth®. However, the Wireless and Bluetooth keys cannot be reset by users. No. Description Default - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 31
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, you can press Fn-F7 to disable the . This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 32
English 24 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Function Execute Select Drag Access context menu Scroll Left Button Click twice quickly. Right Button Click once. Click and hold, then use finger to drag - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 33
This computer supplies you with the following media storage: Hard disk The high-capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs. This is where your data files and applications are stored. Optical drive Your computer comes equipped with an optical drive which may be one of the following: • DVD - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 34
AcerMedia bay (only in TravelMate 4500) The AcerMedia bay accepts a wide variety of optional media drive modules for use with your computer. These optional items include: • DVD/CD-RW Combo drive • DVD-Dual drive • DVD-Super Multi drive • Second hard disk drive • Second battery • Weight saver module - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 35
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 ), after which the last region code set will remain permanent. Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 36
computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the USB ports, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 37
English 29 Moving around with your TravelMate This section gives you tips and hints on things media or compact disc from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the operating system. 4 Turn off the computer. 5 Close the display cover. 6 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 7 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 38
TravelMate English - or - you can put the computer in Sleep 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 and release the power switch battery is not fully charged, you may want to bring the AC adapter - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 39
bring with you Unless you already have some items at home, bring the following items with you: • AC adapter and power cord • The printed user's guide • AcerMedia drive module(s) (manufacturing option) Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 40
the gate area. What to bring with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • AcerMedia drive module(s) (manufacturing option) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 41
English 33 What to bring with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for 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 purchase, in case you - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 42
and take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks - a security lock and passwords. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the rear panel of the computer lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Wrap a computer - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 43
use. 3 Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk. Important! Do not forget your Setup and Hard Disk passwords! If you forget your passwords, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center. You can set the passwords using the BIOS - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 44
English 36 1 Getting to know your TravelMate - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 45
2 Customizing my computer - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 46
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. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 47
English 39 Expanding through options Your TravelMate 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. Modem Your computer has a built-in V.92 56Kbps AC'97 Link modem. Warning! This - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 48
an Ethernet cable from the network jack to an network jack or hub. Consult your network administrator for details. Fast infrared The computer's Fast Infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs (personal digital assistants - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 49
bus which allows you to connect and daisy-chain USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. Your computer has three ports available. IEEE 1394 port The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported devices like a video camera or digital camera. Note: The - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 50
by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits. Note: Refer to your card manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions. 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 - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 51
3-in-1 card reader found on the right side of the computer. See "Right view" on page 8. The reader accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC) and Memory Stick (MS) to enhance usability. To insert the card, align and push the card into the slot. To remove, simply press on the card that - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 52
your computer in one quick step. Note: The LAN port on Acer EasyPort supports 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet. When connected, the computer's onboard LAN port also only supports 10/100Mbps. Acer EasyPort will disables the computer's onboard audio and S-video ports when connected. See your dealer for more - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 53
module into the available slot, or replacing the standard memory with a higher-capacity memory module. 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 - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 54
46 2 Customizing my computer 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot (1), then gently press it down until it clicks into place (2). English 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 55
English 47 Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Note: The hard disk drive module is not hot-swappable. You have to turn off your computer before you can swap the module. You can swap the AcerMedia drive with any optional AcerMedia modules. First slide the AcerMedia release latch as shown in the - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 56
computer Using system utilities Acer eManager Acer eManager is an innovative sofware designed for frequently used functions. At the press of Acer's Empowering Key, the Acer eManager user interface appears, featuring three main settings -Acer eSetting, Acer ePresentation and Acer ePowerManagement - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 57
/Output System (BIOS). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To activate the BIOS Utility, press F2 during the Power-On Self Test (POST) while the TravelMate logo - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 58
option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. a Check to see if "Hard Disk Recovery" function is enabled or not. b Make sure the [Hard Disk Recovery] setting in [Advanced] is [Enabled]. c Exit the BIOS Setup Utility and save changes. The system will reboot. Note: To - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 59
Enter BIOS" is shown at the bottom of the screen, during POST. 3 Press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 4 The message "The system has password protection. Please enter 000000:" is displayed. 5 Enter six 0s and continue. 6 "Acer Self-Configuration Preload" window appears - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 60
English 52 2 Customizing my computer - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 61
3 Troubleshooting my computer - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 62
This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer by yourself. Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 63
Easy answers and solutions are provided for each one. I pressed the power switch and opened the display, but the computer does not start or boot- on battery power, it may be low and unable to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. - Make sure that the AC adapter is - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 64
the computer or on an external monitor. No audio is heard from the computer. Check the following: • The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon a mechanical eject button on the optical drive. Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and push to eject the tray. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 65
included with the kit. • If the problem does not lie with the disc, your CD or DVD drive may be dirty. Clean it using a drive cleaning kit. Follow the instructions included with the kit. The keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to the USB connector on the computer's rear. If - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 66
Dialing Rules tab and begin setting up your location. Refer to Windows Help and Support. Troubleshooting tips This notebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error symptom - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 67
action. Error Messages Corrective Action CMOS Battery Bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. CMOS Checksum Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Disk Boot Failure Insert a system (bootable) diskette into the floppy drive (A:), then press Enter to reboot - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 68
when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers. Place your proof-ofpurchase 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 - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 69
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 - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 70
English 62 3 Troubleshooting my computer - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 71
Appendix A Specifications - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 72
This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 73
Intel® Celeron® M Processor 320, 330 Memory • 256/512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules • 512 KB flash ROM BIOS Data storage • One 30 GB and above E-IDE hard disk (2.5", 9.5mm, UltraDMA-100) • One internal optical drive, or One 5.25-inch internal removable - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 74
• 88/89-key Windows keyboard • Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with scroll function • Acer FineTouch™ keyboard with a 5-degree curve I/O ports • One Type II PC Card slot • One RJ-11 phone jack (V.92, 56Kbps modem) • One RJ-45 network jack • One DC-in jack (AC adapter) • One 100-pin - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 75
: 20% ~ 80% RH System • Microsoft® Windows® XP Home/Pro • ACPI 1.0b support • DMI 2.0-compliant • Wi-Fi®-compliant • CCX compliant (certain models only) Power • 3-cell (23W), 4-cell (32W) or 8-cell (60W) Li-ion battery pack • 65W AC adapter 19V 3.42A Options • 256MB/512MB/1GB memory upgrade module - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 76
English 68 Appendix A Specifications - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 77
Appendix B Regulation & safety notices - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 78
This appendix lists the general notices for your computer. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 79
Energy Star Guidelines Compliance As an Energy Star Partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the Energy radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 80
TravelMate series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please visit www.acer.com/about/certificates/nb for complete documents.) Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located your service - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 81
an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should fail to line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the equipment, discontinue use and "] for single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 82
imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is not capable, under all operating conditions, Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 83
guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 4 Use of pulse dialing condition. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 5 This equipment limits for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 84
instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference. 1 Follow all warnings and instructions power cord. Do not locate this product where persons servicing to qualified service personnel. 11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 85
a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 The TravelMate series uses the lithium battery. Replace the battery with the same type as the product's battery we recommend in the product specification list. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. 13 - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 86
engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098, 4,907,093, and 6,516,132 licensed for limited viewing uses only. Radio Device Regulatory Notice Note: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth® only. - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 87
standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth® modules). Below information is for products with such devices. European Union (EU) This - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 88
and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TravelMate 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 - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 89
the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. 3 High power radar are allocated as primary users To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be RF fields (RSS-102) The Acer TravelMate series employs low gain integral antennas that - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 90
Hereby declare that: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: Machine Type: SKU Number: Notebook PC Acer ZL1 TravelMate 4500; TravelMate 4000; TravelMate 2300 TravelMate 450xxx; TravelMate 400xxx; TravelMate 230xxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 91
responsible for this declaration: Product: Model Number: Machine Type: SKU Number: Notebook Personal Computer ZL1 TravelMate 4500; TravelMate 4000; TraveMate 2300 TravelMate 450xxx; TravelMate 400xxx; TraveMate 230xxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Name of Responsible Party: Address of Responsible - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 92
English 84 Appendix B Regulation & safety notices - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 93
Index A AC adapter caring for v AcerMedia drive 26 audio 28 adjusting the volume 28 troubleshooting 56 B battery pack caring for v BIOS Utility 49 BIOS utility 49 brightness hotkeys 19 C caps lock 15 on indicator 13 care AC adapter v battery pack v computer iv CD troubleshooting 57 CD-ROM ejecting - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 94
notice 71 general instructions 74 modem notices 72 scroll lock 15 security keylock 34 service when to call vi speakers hotkey 19 troubleshooting 56 specifications 64 status indicators 13 storage 25 AcerMedia drive 26 CD, DVD, or DVD/CD-RW Combo drive 25 hard disk 25 support information 60 T touchpad - Acer TravelMate 2300 | Travelmate 2300 User's Guide - Page 95
right 8 volume adjusting 28 87 W warranty International Traveler's Warranty 60 Windows keys 17
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TravelMate
2300/4000/4500 Series
User’s Guide