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- Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 1
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All Rights Reserved. TravelMate 5620/5610/5110 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 3
instructions Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions blocked or covered. The openings or short-out parts that could result components and to prevent battery leakage, do not plugging in too many devices. The overall system load - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 4
protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 5
or thunderstorms. Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Consult your reseller for purchase options. Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 6
at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working symptoms may appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back: • numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation • aching, soreness or - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 7
in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by windows, for extended periods of time. Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer body. Warning! We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed. If this is - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 8
functions of your new computer. For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive, please 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 9
ix To 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 cannot - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 10
. 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 the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 11
first viii Your guides viii Basic care and tips for using your computer viii Turning your computer on and off viii Taking care of your computer ix Taking care of your AC adapter ix Taking care of your battery pack x Cleaning and servicing x Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 12
) drive tray 35 Using a computer security lock 35 Audio 36 Adjusting the volume 36 Acer OrbiCam 37 Launching the Acer OrbiCam (for 1.3 megapixel camera models only) 38 Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings 38 Capturing photos/videos 40 Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam 40 Enabling the - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 13
-to-disk recovery 61 Password 61 Using software 61 Playing DVD movies 61 Power management 62 Acer eRecovery Management 62 Create backup 63 Restore from backup 63 Create factory default image CD 64 Re-install bundled software without CD 64 Change password 65 Troubleshooting 66 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 14
72 General 72 European Union (EU) 72 The FCC RF safety requirement 73 Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 74 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity 75 Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking 76 LCD panel ergonomic specifications - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 15
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 (for selected models). • Acer ePower Management extends battery power - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 16
by unauthorized persons. It is 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 17
data devices - includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers devices - includes any kind of CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drives. • Floppy disk drives - 3.5-inch disks only. • Interfaces - includes serial port, parallel port, infrared (IR), and Bluetooth - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 18
of the devices types. Lock(s) will immediately 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 19
. 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. - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 20
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 recovery tools: • Recover from a hidden partition (factory - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 21
Empowering Technology 7 For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 62 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 22
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 monitoring for power users on Acer computer. - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 23
on the "Acer eNet Management" icon on your notebook, or start 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 24
Empowering Technology 10 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. - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 25
, 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 - Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 26
Empowering Technology 12 Battery status For real-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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 27
Empowering Technology 13 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 28
Empowering Technology 14 Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display to an external device or projector using the hot key: Fn + F5. If auto-detection hardware is implemented in the system and the external display supports it, your system - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 29
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 # Icon Item 1 Built-in camera 2 Display screen Description 1.3 megapixel or 310,000 pixel web camera for video communication (for selected - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 30
wireless LAN communication. Bluetooth communication button Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Click buttons - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 31
line-out devices (e.g., line-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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 32
drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive button (location depends on model). Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off (location depends on model). Right view # Icon 1 2 Item PC Card slot eject button PC Card slot Description Ejects the PC - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 33
Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). 4 Three USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB ports mouse, USB camera). 5 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 34
Releases the battery for removal. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Mini PCI card bay Houses the computer's Mini PCI card. 4 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 5 Memory compartment - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 35
™ Capable • Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) • Genuine Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2) • Genuine Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition (for TravelMate 5620 Series) Windows® Vista™Capable PCs come with Windows® XP installed, and can be upgraded to Windows® Vista™. For more - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 36
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology TravelMate 5620/5610 Series • Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533/667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) TravelMate 5110 Series • Up to 1 GB of DDR2 533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 37
supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™ • NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7300 up to 512 MB TurboCache™ (256 MB of dedicated GDDR2 VRAM, 256 MB of shared system memory), supporting Ibs.) with 8-cell battery pack • 3.68kg (8.10 Ibs.) with 6-cell battery pack • Without Acer OrbiCam™ • 400 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 38
-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 TravelMate 5620/5610 Series) WLAN: integrated Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 39
models) • Acer ePower Management • Acer ePresentation Management • Acer GridVista™ • Acer Launch Manager • Norton AntiVirus™ • Adobe® Reader® • CyberLink® PowerDVD™ • NTI CD-Maker™ • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB, 1 or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM module • 8-cell Li-ion battery pack • 6-cell - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 40
English 26 Environment System compliance Warranty • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% • Cisco Compatible Extensions (CCX) • Wi-Fi® • ACPI • Mobile PC 2002 • DMI 2.0 One-year - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 41
English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Wireless - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 42
28 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green Key < > and one user-programmable button. Press < > to run the Acer Empowering Technology. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 43
device that senses movement on its surface. This means 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. . This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 44
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. - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 45
English 31 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded 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 toggle on and off. Lock key - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 46
button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. Application This key has - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 47
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 "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Switches display output - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 48
-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 more information. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 49
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 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 50
English 36 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 32 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume. - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 51
megapixel or 310,000 pixel CMOS camera appropriately mounted on top of the LCD panel. The 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 52
English 38 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 53
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 capture display, then select Camera Settings from the pop-up menu. You can - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 54
Pictures and My Videos folder. Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as the capture device of any Instant Messenger (IM) application. To use the Acer OrbiCam as a webcam, open the IM service, then select the video/webcam feature. You can now broadcast from your - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 55
41 Enabling the Acer VisageON (for 1.3 megapixel camera models only) The Acer VisageON technology comes with two features: Face tracking and Video effects (selected models only). The face tracking feature tracks your head movement and automatically centers your face in the capture window. The video - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 56
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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 57
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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 58
English 44 Using the system utilities Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is only available on certain models. To enable the dual monitor feature of your notebook, first ensure that - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 59
GridVista is simple to set 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 grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 60
AntiVirus is an anti-virus software that finds and repairs infected files, and protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe and secure. on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scans. 3 In the - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 61
device might be set to an external monitor. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer , the screen expands to fill the computer display. Right-click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 62
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. - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 63
want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs. Note: If back up all data files before using 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 the D2D Recovery - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 64
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 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 65
floppy disks or compact disks from 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 device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 66
, the computer has entered Sleep mode. In both cases, press and release the power button to turn the computer back on. Note that the computer may enter the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode. Press + or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer. To - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 67
Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area. What to take with you Take the following items with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 68
Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling. 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 69
take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks - a security notch and passwords. Using a computer security lock The to gain access to the BIOS utility. See "BIOS utility" on page 60. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 70
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 the computer. If you - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 71
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 V.92 56 Kbps fax/data - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 72
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 Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 73
for portable computers, giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs. Popular PC Cards include flash, fax/data modem, wireless LAN and SCSI cards. CardBus improves on the 16-bit PC card technology by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits. Note: Refer to your card's manual for details - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 74
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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 75
on boot: and use the and keys to enable this feature. Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disk; then close the DVD tray - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 76
some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows handles all power-saving chores - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 77
XP. 2 Press + to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility. 3 Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros. 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery actions and click Next. 5 Select the desired restore action and follow the onscreen instructions - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 78
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. At first launch, Acer eRecovery Management prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 79
. 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. Note: If - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 80
. 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 yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 81
device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 82
device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 83
opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the equipment, discontinue , Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Iceland and Liechtenstein. This device must be used in strict - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 84
attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and b The equipment shall go on-hook for a problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment may not provide for the effective hand-over of a call to another device - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 85
English English 71 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is located limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 86
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 device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 87
. 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 - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 88
must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing. c Operation - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 89
, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The following local manufacturer/importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Notebook PC Model number: MS2195 Machine type: TravelMate 5620/5610/5110 SKU - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 90
Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: [email protected] Declares that product: Notebook PC Trade name: Acer Model number: MS2195 Machine type: TravelMate 5620/5610/5110 SKU number: TravelMate 562xxx/561xxx/511xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Is in compliance with the - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 91
BM7) Pixel fault class 500 mm 0.0° 90.0° Class IV 85.0° • Illuminance level: [250 + (250cosα)] lx where α = 85° • Color: Source D65 • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite™ LCD: Class III Both • Yn • u'n • v'n Class II - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 92
for ix audio 36 troubleshooting 48 B battery pack caring for x BIOS utility 40, 60 brightness hotkeys 33 C caps lock 31 on indicator 27 care AC adapter ix battery pack x computer ix CD-ROM ejecting manually 48 troubleshooting 48 cleaning computer x computer caring for ix cleaning x disconnecting - Acer TravelMate 5620 | TravelMate 5110, 5610, 5620 User's Guide - Page 93
48 problems 47 CD-ROM 48 display 47 keyboard 48 printer 48 startup 47 troubleshooting 66 Q questions setting location for modem use 48 S safety CD or DVD 71 FCC notice 67 modem notices 68 scroll lock 31 security keylock 35, 55 passwords 55 speakers hotkey 33 troubleshooting 48 support information
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