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- Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 1
TravelMate 4280/4230/2490 Series User's Guide - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 2
or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. TravelMate 4280/4230/2490 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other companies' product names or trademarks - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 3
instructions Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. Using electrical power - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 4
outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. performance, indicating a need for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 5
batteries. Telephone line safety • Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or before servicing for purchase options. Disposal instructions Do not throw this acer.com/about/environmental.htm. Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 6
leg muscles • take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders • avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at the center of - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 7
breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises. Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on page 65 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 8
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 computer - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 9
the computer display when you close it. • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 10
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 not use - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 11
care of your AC adapter ix Taking care of your battery pack x Cleaning and servicing x Acer Empowering Technology 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management 2 Acer eLock Management 3 Acer ePerformance Management 4 Acer eRecovery Management 5 Acer eSettings Management 6 Acer eNet Management - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 12
51 Setting passwords 51 Expanding through options 52 Connectivity options 52 Fax/data modem 52 Built-in network feature 53 Fast Infrared (FIR) 53 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 54 IEEE 1394 port 54 PC Card slot 55 ExpressCard 56 Installing memory 57 BIOS utility 57 Boot sequence - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 13
DVD movies 58 Power management 59 Acer eRecovery Management 59 Create backup 60 Restore from backup 60 Create factory default image CD 61 Re-install bundled software without CD 61 Change password 62 Troubleshooting 63 Troubleshooting tips 63 Error messages 63 Regulations - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 14
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Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 16
Technology 2 For more information, press the < > key to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on the appropriate utility and select the Help function. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file encryption utility that protects your files from being - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 17
. If you do not set a password, Acer eLock Management will reset back to the initial status with all locks removed. 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 18
Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization - releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - removes unneeded items and files - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 19
are stored on D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: • Password protection. • Recovery of applications and drivers. • Image/data backup: . For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 59 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Note: If your computer did not come - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 20
and easily connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of locations. To access this utility, either click 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 21
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. - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 22
Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. AC mode The default setting 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, Memory Card, Audio (AC) or battery mode. - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 23
what actions will be taken when the cover is closed, and set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby. • View information about Acer ePower Management. Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you select from two of the most common projector resolutions - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 24
Empowering Technology 10 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 25
notebook. Front view # Item Description 1 Built-in camera 1.3 megapixel or 310,000 pixel web camera for video communication (for selected models). 2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 3 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 4 Touchpad - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 26
and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Enables/disables the 3G function. Indicates the status of 3G communication (for selected models). Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates the status of - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 27
line-out jack with S/PDIF support Latch Description Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones 100- or 10/100/ port 1000 based network (for selected models). Infrared port Interfaces with 5-in-1 card reader Accepts Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 28
14 Right view English # Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is active. indicator 3 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the drive. button 4 Emergency eject Ejects the optical - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 29
to an AC adapter. 4 S-video/TV-out Connects to a television or display device (NTSC/PAL) port with S-video input (for selected models). 5 External display Connects to a display device (VGA) port (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 6 DVI-D port Supports digital video connections - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 30
16 Base view English # Item 1 Battery lock 2 Battery bay 3 Hard disk bay 4 Acer DASP (Disk AntiShock Protection) 5 Memory compartment 6 Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description Locks the battery in position. Houses the computer's battery pack. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 31
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology TravelMate 4280/4230 Series • Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533/667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) TravelMate 2490 Series • 256/512 MB of DDR2 533 MHz memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 32
memory, supporting Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 and PCI Express® (TravelMate 4230 Series) • Mobile Intel® 940GML Express chipset with integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950, up to 224 MB of shared system memory, supporting Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 (TravelMate 2490 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 33
802.11a/b/g) WiFi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology (for TravelMate 4280/4230 Series) • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology (for TravelMate 2490 Series) WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) Modem - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 34
• 88-/89-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboard • Touchpad with 4-way scroll button • 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad • Four easy-launch buttons • Three communication LED-buttons: WLAN, 3G, Bluetooth® (for selected models) • Audio system with two - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 35
English 21 Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB, 1 or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM modules • 8-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter • External USB floppy disk drive • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non- - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 36
The computer has eight easy-to-read status indicators, including five on the front panel. The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed. Icon Function Description Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Num Lock - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 37
" on page 1. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager. See "Launch Manager" on page 40. Easy-launch button P Web browser Mail Default application - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 38
as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor. • Press the left (1) and right - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 39
once. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); rest your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor. Access context menu Click once. Scroll Click and hold to move up/ down - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 40
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 printed on the keys. Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Number keys on embedded keypad - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 41
Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > + : Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 42
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 "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Puts - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 43
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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 44
. Insert a 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 45
English 31 Audio The computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo speakers. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. See "Hotkeys" on page 27 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume. - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 46
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 to know your Acer OrbiCam 1 23 # Item 1 Lens 2 Power indicator 3 Rubber grip - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 47
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 To change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution at the bottom right corner of the capture window, then select the - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 48
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 adjust the Video, Audio, and Zoom/Face tracking options from this window. - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 49
settings From the Camera Settings window, click the Driver Settings button. The Properties window appears. Device 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 50
your face beyond the capture window frame. Minimal head movements 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 51
arrow button, then select Single User or Multiple Users from the pop-up menu. For multiple users, the face tracking feature automatically centers all the users' zoom in/out or reset the current view. 3 Click VisageON to display a pop-menu that allows configuration of the camera, face tracking and - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 52
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 conferences. - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 53
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 the second monitor is connected, then, select - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 54
GridVista is simple to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 23 for the location of the easylaunch buttons. You can - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 55
computer. To perform a system scan: 1 Start Norton AntiVirus. Double click on the Norton AntiVirus Icon on the desktop or click 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 Scans panel, click - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 56
or boot up. Look at the power indicator: • If it is not lit, no power is being supplied to the computer. Check the following: • If you are using on the battery, 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 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 57
audio keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • During the POST, press to access the BIOS - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 58
your notebook. Follow the steps below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased.) It is important to 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 59
you security and peace of mind when traveling. Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand. An ITW 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 60
notebook display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external 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 + - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 61
not need to bring anything with you other than your computer. If your meeting will be longer, or if your battery is not fully charged, you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room. If the meeting room does not have an electrical - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 62
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 plan to use another printer - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 63
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 you plan to use another printer • Proof of purchase, in case - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 64
security notch and passwords. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a password to gain access to the BIOS utility. See "BIOS utility" on page 57. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 65
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. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 66
English 52 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 67
an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet (RJ-45) port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. Fast Infrared (FIR) The computer's Fast Infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs, mobile phones, and - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 68
English 54 Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. IEEE 1394 port The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394compatible device like a video camera or - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 69
long afforded by desktop PCs. Popular PC Cards include flash, fax/data modem, wireless LAN and SCSI cards. CardBus improves on the 16- the card into the 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 70
the usability and expandability of your computer. ExpressCards support a vast number of expansion options, including flash memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B adapters. ExpressCards support USB 2.0 and PCI Express applications. Important! There are two types - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 71
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 utility is a hardware configuration - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 72
. 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 code set will remain permanent. Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set. Refer to - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 73
: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 74
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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 75
pre-loaded software internally for easy driver and application re-installation. 1 Boot to Windows 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 76
the steps below to change the password in Acer eRecovery Management. 1 Boot to Windows 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 settings - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 77
dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer 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 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 78
64 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. English - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 79
notices ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 80
Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 81
you 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 connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 82
with all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and b The equipment shall Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 83
: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 84
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 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 85
of use. The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card/ Mini Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 86
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 cause interference and/or damage to LELAN (Licence-Exempt Local Area Network) devices. - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 87
is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Notebook PC Model number: BL50 Machine type: TravelMate 4280/4230/2490 SKU number: TravelMate 428xx/423xxx/249xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party: 2641 - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 88
Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: [email protected] Declares that product: Notebook PC Trade name: Acer Model number: BL50 Machine type: TravelMate 4280/4230/2490 SKU number: TravelMate 428xxx/423xxx/249xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Is in compliance with the - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 89
class Screen tilt angle Design screen illuminance Reflection class of LCD panel (positive and negative polarity) Image polarity Reference white + (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 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 90
caring for x BIOS utility 35, 57 brightness hotkeys 28 C caps lock 26 on indicator 22 care AC adapter ix battery pack x computer ix CD-ROM ejecting manually 43 troubleshooting 43 cleaning computer x computer caring for ix cleaning x disconnecting 46 features 11, 39 indicators 22 keyboards 26 moving - Acer TravelMate 2490 | TravelMate 2490 - 4230 - 4280 User's Guide EN - Page 91
43 display 42 keyboard 43 printer 43 startup 42 troubleshooting 63 Q questions setting location for modem use 44 S safety CD or DVD 69 FCC notice 65 modem notices 66 scroll lock 26 security keylock 30, 50 passwords 50 speakers hotkey 28 troubleshooting 43 support information 45 T touchpad 24 hotkey
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