Acer C110 User's Manual
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1. 1 l l d iI pH 12 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Doing otherwise will damage your keyboard when rotating the display screen 2 13 Press and release the screen support holding the display screen on both sides Rotate the display screen 180 degrees clockwise as shown in the illustration Make sure that the display screen is aligned with the screen supports that will hold it in place 180 Warning Rotate the display screen clockwise only when switching to the tablet mode Rotating the display screen counterclockwise might damage it 14 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 4 Press the screen supports on both sides until they click into place a then close and latch the display 5 Remove the EMR stylus from its slot to begin pen based input Switching to and from tablet mode automatically rotates the display screen image orientation so you can get right to work 15 This feature can be enabled or disabled Right click on the Windows desktop The Display Properties window appears Click on the Settings tab and click on Advanced Click on the Screen Rotation tab in the window that appears Digital Flat Panel 1024x768 and Intel R 82852782 72 X General Adapter Monitor Troubleshoot Color Management Screen Rotation Intel R Extreme Graphics Set screen orientation when panel rotate Screen Orientation QO To enable this feature make sure Ena2. 1 EMR stylus Electromagnetic resonance EMR stylus that is used to input data in tablet mode Use only an EMR compatible stylus to input data on the screen 2 PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot 3 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II 16 bit PC Card or 32 bit ry CardBus PC Card 4 Power switch Turns on the computer power 5 Speaker Headphone Connects to audio line out devices e g out jack speakers headphones gt 6 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman 7 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices 1394 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 8 USB ports two Connect to any Universal Serial Bus device e g USB mouse USB camera em 9 Screen support Supports the LCD screen press and release before switching from PC mode to tablet mode and vice versa Rear view 1 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock 2 Expansion port Connects to I O port replicator or EasyPort o expansion devices 3 Modem jack Connects to a phone line 4 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 based 2 network 5 External display port Connects to a display device e g external o monitor LCD projector and displays up to 16M colors at 1024 x 768 resolution Bottom view 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory 2 Battery lock unlock latch Locks and un
3. uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric Fn F11 mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution would be to connect an external keypad Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down Fn F12 when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications Note To access the Num Lock and Scroll Lock functions hold the Fn key down while pressing the F11 and F12 keys respectively 20 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 printed on the keys i a eo Suu e5u00u 50 BB EE LLL Number keys on Type numbers in a normal embedded keypad manner Cursor control keys Hold Shift while using Hold Fn while using on embedded cursor control keys cursor control keys keypad Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letters Type the letters in a on embedded keypad normal manner Note If an external USB keyboard is connected to the computer the internal keyboard is not disabled and can still be used 21 Windows keys The keyboard has two
4. 1 Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment and press down until it clicks into place 2 Connect one end of the AC adapter to the power jack on the computer s left panel and the other end to a properly grounded power outlet Pnl 3 Push the display cover two way latch to open the display 4 Slide the power switch located on the right panel towards the rear of the computer a then release it b to turn on the power The POST power on self test routine executes and Windows begins loading viii To turn the power off do any of the following e Click on Start Turn off Computer then click Turn Off e Use the power switch Note You can also use the power switch to perform power management functions See Power management on page 30 e Use the customized functions for power management You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover or by pressing the sleep hot key Fn F4 Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the power switch for more than four seconds to shut down the computer If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again wait at least two seconds before powering up Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it e Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator e Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F
5. ADVARSEL Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig handtering Udskiftning ma kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type L ver det brugte batteri tilbage til leverand ren ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner 79 VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Anvand samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera anvant batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion VAROITUS Paristo voi r j ht jos se on virheellisesti asennettu Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin Havita kaytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemaBen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers Year 2000 compliance statement The TravelMate C110 series notebook computer carries the Hardware NSTL Tested Year 2000 Compliant logo which certifies that this model has been tested by NSTL using the YMark2000 test and has been found to meet NSTL s standards for Year 2000 hardware compliance aN NSTL mat Year 2000 Compliant LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheles
6. You can upgrade memory by installing a memory module into the available slot 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 2 Remove the screw a from the memory cover then lift up and remove the memory cover b 50 2 Customizing your computer 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot a then gently press it down b until it clicks into place 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size Notebook Manager The computer has a built in system setup program called Notebook Manager The Windows based Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords the startup sequence of the drives power management and other settings It also shows current hardware configurations To start the Notebook Manager press Fn F2 or follow these steps 1 Click on Start All Programs then Acer 2 Select the Notebook Manager application to run the program i Notebook Manager System Information Settings Help Exit Boot Options 4 Power Scheme E amp Password Launch Manager Display Device E Smart Card Please click on Help for online help information 51 Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard See Launch keys on
7. for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer 1 Getting to know your TravelMate A TravelMate tour Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Using your computer in tablet mode Switching to tablet mode Switching to computer mode Features Indicators Using the keyboard Special keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Storage Hard disk Optical drive Audio Adjusting the volume Power management Moving around with your TravelMate Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Taking the computer home Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Securing your computer Using a computer security lock Using passwords 2 Customizing your computer Expanding through options Connectivity options Upgrade options Notebook Manager Launch Manager 41 43 43 49 50 51 Contents BIOS Utility 3 Troubleshooting your computer Frequently asked questions Troubleshooting tips Error messages Requesting service International Traveler s Warranty ITW Before you call Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices Index 52 53 55 58 59 63 63 63 65 71 81 First things first We would like to 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
8. front view 3 H hard disk 28 help online services 63 Hibernation mode hotkey 22 hotkeys 21 l indicator lights 18 infrared 45 troubleshooting 56 ITW See warranty K keyboard 19 embedded numeric keypad 20 hotkeys 21 lock keys 19 troubleshooting 56 Windows keys 21 L LEDs 18 M media access on indicator 18 memory installing 49 50 82 upgrading 49 messages error 59 modem 43 N network 44 Notebook Manager 50 hotkey 22 notice year 2000 compliance 79 num lock 19 on indicator 18 numeric keypad embedded 20 num lock 20 O online services 63 options memory upgrade 49 P password 36 types 36 PC Card 47 ejecting 47 inserting 47 ports 43 POST power on self test 52 problems display 55 56 infrared 56 keyboard 56 startup 55 troubleshooting 54 Q questions setting location for modem use 57 R Rotating the display in tablet mode 4 S safety CD ROM 78 FCC notice 73 general instructions 75 lithium battery 78 modem notices 74 scroll lock 19 security keylock 36 passwords 36 smart card 36 service when to call ix speakers hotkey 22 troubleshooting 56 specifications 66 Standby mode hotkey 22 status indicator 18 status indicators 18 storage 28 hard disk 28 support information 63 T Tablet mode button enter button 4 function key button 5 page down button 4 page up button 4 windows security button 5 touchpad 26 hotkey 22 using 26 27 travel internation
9. home office If you frequently work on your computer at home it may be worthwhile to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid transporting the extra weight to and from home If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time you might also want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Traveling with the computer when you are moving within a larger distance for instance from your office building to a client s office building or traveling locally Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when bringing it into the gate area What to bring with you Bring the following items with you e AC adapter e Spare fully charged battery pack s e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling e Always take the computer as carry on luggage e f possible have the computer inspected by hand Airport security X ray machines are safe but do not put the computer through a metal detector e Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors Traveling internationally with the computer when you are moving from
10. keys that perform Windows specific functions e e e e e Windows logo key Start button Combinations with this key perform Au shortcut functions Below are a few examples ag Tab Activates next taskbar button A E Explores My Computer ag F Finds Document ag M Minimizes All Shift ag M Undoes Minimize All ag R Displays the Run dialog box Application key Opens a context menu same as a right click B 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 key combination 22 1 Getting to know your TravelMate SAAANA H 9 Hot Key Help Displays help on hot keys Fn F2 Setup Accesses the computer s configuration utility Fn F3 j Power A Management Scheme Toggle Switches the power management scheme used by the computer function available if supported by operating system Fn F4 z Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode Fn F5 Cm Display Toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both the display screen and external monitor Fn F6 Ea Screen Blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return Fn F7 r Touchpad Toggle T
11. page 24 for the location of the launch key You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application Launch Manager Wireless Device Boot status Shae Olt Bluetooth Device Always Off Boot status Launch Manager C Program Files Launch Manager in exe Delete Launch Manager C Program Files Launch Manager fn exe Delete E Mail C Program Files Qutlook Express msimn er Delete C Program Files Internet Explorer iexplore v Delete Launch Manager and wireless features The boot status settings for Wireless Device Wireless LAN and Bluetooth Device determine if these wireless features are enabled or disabled at startup You can manually switch on or off Wireless LAN and Bluetooth by pressing the button a certain number of times The sequence is as follows e Wireless LAN off Bluetooth off e Wireless LAN on Bluetooth off wireless status icon lights red e Wireless LAN off Bluetooth on wireless status icon flashes green e Wireless LAN on Bluetooth on wireless status icon lights red and flashes green 52 2 Customizing your computer Manually turning on the wireless features does not change the default boot status setting which is re enabled when you restart your computer BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS basic input output
12. responsiveness 28 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Storage This computer supplies you the following media storage e High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e High speed optical drive Hard disk The high capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs Optical drive The computer comes with a USB CD ROM drive or an IEEE 1394 DVD CD RW combo drive 29 Audio The computer comes with 16 bit high fidelity PCI stereo audio and includes a built in sensitive microphone and stereo speaker There are audio ports on the right panel of the computer See Right view on page 7 for more information on connecting external audio devices Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons See Hot keys on page 21 for more informations on adjusting the speaker volume 30 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Power management This 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 floppy drive hard disk and video memory If no activity is detected for a period of time called an inactivity timeout the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy This computer employs a power management scheme that supports ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum pe
13. site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide There are three ways to access Acer for technical support and information e Internet service worldwide visit http www acersupport com e Telephone support in the United States and Canada call 1 800 816 2237 e Technical support numbers in various countries You can view a list of technical support numbers by following these steps 1 Click on Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double click on System 3 Click on the Support Information button Before 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 64 3 Troubleshooting your computer If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen or the number and sequence in the case of beeps If you haven t registered your notebook computer you will be required to register during your first call to Acer You are required to provide the following information Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial number Date of purchase Appendix A Specifications This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer 67 Microprocessor platform e Intel Centrino Mobile Technology e Intel Pen
14. to press F2 before the password prompt appears Follow these steps 1 When a password is set a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen e Supervisor or User Password Enter Password e Primary Hard Disk Password Enter Primary Master HDD User Password J Type in a valid password set for the computer User Supervisor or Primary Hard Disk a block appears for each character you type and press Enter If the password is correct the computer continues booting into Windows or enters the BIOS Utility if you press F2 before the password prompt appears If the password is incorrect the following warning appears 38 1 Getting to know your TravelMate e Supervisor or User Password Setup Warning Invalid Password Continue e Primary Hard Disk Password HDD Password Invalidate Press Enter and re enter a valid password Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries you need to restart the computer to try again Slide and hold the power switch for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer again and try again If you fail to enter the Primary Hard Disk Password please contact your dealer or an authorized service center Setting passwords Follow these steps 1 Use the cursor keys to highlight a password parameter Supervisor User or Primary Hard
15. 94 port e One expansion connector Weight and dimensions e 3 2 Ibs 1 40 kg e 257 W x 216 D x 29 7 H mm Environment e Temperature e Operating 10 C 35 C e Non operating 20 C 60 C e Humidity non condensing e Operating 20 80 RH e Non operating 20 80 RH 69 System e Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition e ACPI support e DMI 2 0 compliant e LDCM 6 0 support Power e Battery pack e 26 WattHour Li ion main battery pack e Smart battery management technology e 1 5 hour rapid charge 2 5 hour charge in use e AC adapter e 50 Watt e Auto sensing 100 240Vac 50 60Hz Options e Memory upgrade modules e Higher capacity hard disk drive e USB optical drive e USB floppy disk drive e IEEE 1394 optical drive e Additional AC adapter e Additional Li ion battery pack e External battery charger e Full size EMR pen with eraser e EMR stylus e Bluetooth Modem combo module e 802 11b 802 11a or 802 11a b wireless LAN module 70 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices This appendix lists the general notices of your computer 73 FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital 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
16. Disk and press the Enter key The password box appears Set Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password Note Before you can set the User Password the Supervisor Password has to be set 2 Type a password in the Enter New Password field The password may consist of up to eight alphanumeric characters A Z a z 0 9 39 3 Press Enter Then re enter the password in the Confirm New Password field and press Enter Setup Notice Changes have been saved Continue 4 Press Enter to accept the changes and save the password Changing a password Follow these steps 1 To remove a password use the cursor keys to highlight a password parameter and press Enter The following box appears Set Password Enter Current Password ij Enter New Password Confirm New Password 2 Enter the current password then press Enter In the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields type a new password Setup Notice Changes have been saved Continue 3 Press Enter to accept the changes and remove the password Removing a password Follow the steps for changing a password except that you leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank 40 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 2 Customizing your computer After learning the basics of your TravelMate computer let s get acquainted with the advanced features of your comp
17. TravelMate C110 series User s Guide J Copyright 2003 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate C110 series User s Guide Original Issue March 2003 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may 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 C110 series Convertible Tablet PC Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other company s product names or trademarks are used herein
18. age 59 Error messages 59 If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action Note If your system displays one of the messages marked below with an asterisk write down the message and contact your dealer If your system fails after you have made the changes in the Setup menus reset the computer enter Setup and load the Setup defaults to correct the error 0200 Failure Fixed Disk Fixed disk is not working or not configured properly Check to see if fixed disk is attached properly Run Setup Find out if the fixed disk type is correctly identified 0210 Stuck key 0211 Keyboard error Stuck key on keyboard Keyboard not working 0212 Keyboard Controller Failed Keyboard controller failed test May require replacing keyboard controller 0213 Keyboard locked Unlock key switch Unlock the system to proceed 0220 Monitor type does not match CMOS Run SETUP Monitor type not correctly identified in Setup 0230 Shadow Ram Failed at offset nnnn Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected 0231 System RAM Failed at offset nnnn System RAM failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block at which the error was detected 0232 Extended RAM Failed at offset nnnn Extended memory not working or not conf
19. al flights 34 local trips 34 troubleshooting 54 tips 58 U universal serial bus USB 45 Using computer in tablet mode 10 vV view front 6 left 6 rear 8 right 7 83 volume International Traveler s Warran adjusting 29 ty 63 Windows keys 21 WwW warranty 84
20. an also access the Launch keys in tablet mode Right click on the taskbar and click on Toolbars then click on Launch Manager The Launch keys will appear on the taskbar esa amp Email checking function When you first start up your system a Mail Checking dialog box will be displayed In this dialog box you have the option to launch the program at startup or not set the time for mail checking etc If you already have an email account you can fill in the Mail Properties in the dialog box Mail Checking Option V Launch program at system startup Repeat every 5 minutes Mail Properties User ID Allen Mail Server pop mail yahoo com tw Password Port Number Cancel The Mail Server is the server name where you get your email for example pop mail yahoo com tw Aside from the email checking function there is a mail button that is used to launch the email application It is located above the keyboard right below the LCD The mail button LED will flash when the user has received an incoming email You can also access the Mail Checking dialog box by clicking on Start All Programs Launch Manager then click on E Mail checking setting 26 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Touchpad The built in touchpad is a PS 2 compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad The central location on the pa
21. and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer Use conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two condi
22. aning 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 If any of the following occurs e The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged e Liquid has been spilled into the product e The computer does not operate normally Please refer to Troubleshooting my computer on page 53 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Your TravelMate computer combines high performance 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 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 1 Two way latch Use to latch the LCD screen in both normal mode and tablet mode 2 Display screen Also called LCD liquid crystal display displays computer output Input capable with the aid of the EMR stylus 3 Convertible hinge Hinges the LCD screen in place when switching from PC mode to tablet mode and vice versa 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 4 Launch keys Buttons for launching frequently used programs See Launch keys on page 25 for more details 5 Key
23. aration of Conformity This device complies with the specifications listed below following the provisions of the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC e ETS 300 826 e ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for Radio equipment USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation of the devices in an WM3B2100 Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the WM3B2100 Wireless LAN Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the WM3B2100 Wireless 77 LAN Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized The transmitter and the antenna are permanently installed inside the notebook and are specific for this model not for generic computer The antenna of this device is installed on the corner of the bottom of the LCD display For compliance with FCC radiation exposure limits it should be operated with a separation distance of 20cm or more between the antenna and the body of the user and the antenna should not be operated next to a nearby person This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are de
24. ble automatic screen rotate is checked Switching to computer mode To switch back to computer mode reverse the steps of the Switching to tablet mode procedure on page 10 16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Features Below is a brief summary of the computer s many features Performance e Intel Centrino Mobile Technology e Intel Pentium M Processor e Memory expandable up to 2 GB e High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e Li lon main battery pack e Power management system with ACPI Advanced Configuration Power Interface Display e 10 4 Thin Film Transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD displaying 16M colors at 1024x768 eXtended Graphics Array XGA resolution e Integrated VGA with DVMT Dynamic Video Memory Technology support e 3D capabilities e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support e Automatic LCD dim feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power e Dual display capability e Tablet mode for LCD panel Rotatable display Multimedia e 16 bit high fidelity AC 97 PCI stereo audio with wavetable synthesizer e Built in speaker and microphone e High speed optical drive Connectivity e High speed fax data modem port e Fast infrared wireless communication 17 USB 2 0 Universal Serial Bus ports Ethernet Fast Ethernet port IEEE 1394 port Wireless LAN Available on select models Bluetooth Available on select models Human centric
25. board Inputs data into your computer 6 Speaker Outputs sound from your computer 7 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse 8 Click buttons left The left and right buttons function like the center and right left and right mouse buttons the center button is a 4 way scroll key 9 Microphone Captures sounds and voices into your e computer 4 10 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices e g infrared printer IR aware computers 11 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 12 Enter button Use to confirm selection in tablet mode This button can also be used to emulate the ESC O button by first pressing the Fn button and then this button This button can be configured by the user See note on page 5 13 Page down button Use to scroll one page down in tablet mode This button can also be used to emulate the 4 Tab button by first pressing the Fn button and then this button This button can be configured by the user See note on page 5 14 Page up button Use to scroll one page up in tablet mode This A button is used to rotate the display by first pressing the Fn button and then this button This button can be configured by the user See note on page 5 15 Function key button This button is used together with other buttons to invoke the tablet applications This Fn button is set and cannot be configured by the user 16 Windows Security T
26. cally turn off The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to the USB connector on the computer s rear If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose The infrared port does not work Check the following e Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are facing each other 15 degrees a maximum of 1 meter apart e Make sure that there is a clear path between the two infrared ports Nothing should be blocking the ports e Make sure that you have the appropriate software running on both devices for file transfers or that you have the appropriate drivers for printing to an infrared printer e During the POST press F2 to access the BIOS Utility and verify that 57 the infrared port is enabled e Make sure that both devices are IrDA compliant want to set up my location to use the internal modem To properly use your communications software e g HyperTerminal you need to set up your location 1 Click on Start Control Panel 2 Double click on Phone and Modem Options 3 Begin setting up your location Refer to the Windows manual 58 3 Troubleshooting your computer Troubleshooting tips This notebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems e Ifthe system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages on p
27. computer from your desktop follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home e Make sure that you have removed any media diskette and compact disc in the drive s Failure to remove the media can 33 damage the drive head e Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to bring with you Unless you already have some items at home bring the following items with you e AC adapter and power cord e The printed User s Guide Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work e Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you e Ifyou need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot bring the computer with you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat e Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation Allow the computer to return to room temperature and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer If the temperature change is greater than 18 F 10 C allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly If possible leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature Setting up a
28. country to country Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling What to bring with you Bring the following items with you 35 AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate to 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 need to show it to customs officials International Traveler s Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these tips are useful when traveling internationally When traveling in another country check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible If not purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer If you are using the modem check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in 36 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of Learn how to protect and take care of your computer Security features include hardware and software locks a security notch and passwords Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the rear panel of the compu
29. design and ergonomics Sleek smooth and stylish design Acer FineTouch keyboard Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device Internet scroll key Support pen input via EMR stylus Expansion Type II CardBus PC Card formerly PCMCIA slot Upgradeable memory 18 Indicators 1 Getting to know your TravelMate The computer has easy to read status icons below the display screen fa Num Lock a la Ja e s Lights when Num Lock is activated A Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated Battery Charge Lights when the battery is being charged Media Activity e Lights when the floppy drive hard disk or optical drive is active z Sleep Lights when the computer enters Sleep mode ot Power Lights when the computer is on Wireless communication oll Lights when the Wireless LAN and or Bluetooth feature is enabled The Power Sleep and InviLink status icons are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the status of the computer while the cover is closed 19 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded keypad separate cursor keys two Windows keys and twelve function keys Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off SESS EEBESEFeB SERRE E REGRESS SSSR BBEeEEee LEE mL e AAL ILH Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in
30. e key link www acersupport com 55 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer Easy answers and solutions are provided for each one pressed the power switch and opened the display but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the Power indicator refer to Indicators on page 18 e If it is not lit no power is being applied to the computer Check the following e Ifyou are running on battery power it may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack e Make sure that the AC adapter is plugged in properly to the computer and to the power outlet e If it is lit check the following e Is anon bootable non system diskette in the floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system diskette and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system e The operating system files may be damaged or missing Insert the startup disk you created during Windows setup into the floppy drive and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system This will diagnose your system and make necessary fixes Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on three things might be the cause e The brightness level might be too low Press Fn gt increas
31. e Press lt F1 gt to start the boot process or lt F2 gt to enter Setup and change the settings Press lt F3 gt to display the previous screen usually an initialization error of an Option ROM i e an add on card Write down and follow the information shown on the screen Run the 120 Configuration One or more unclaimed block storage Utility devices have the Configuration Request bit set in the LCT Run an 120 Configuration Utility e g the SAC utility 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 63 Requesting service International Traveler s Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Traveler s Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers are in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service
32. e and Fn lt decrease to adjust the brightness level e The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hot key Fn F5 to toggle the display back to the computer e Ifthe Sleep indicator is lit the computer is in Sleep mode Press slide and release the power switch to resume 56 3 Troubleshooting your computer Image is not full screen Make sure that the resolution is set to 1024x768 which the system supports natively Right click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box Then click on the Settings tab to make sure the resolution is set to the appropriate resolution Resolutions lower than the specified resolution are not full screen on the computer or on an external monitor No audio is heard from the computer Check the following e The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control speaker icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click on the icon and deselect the Mute option e The speakers may be turned off Press Fn F8 to turn the speakers on this hot key also turns the speakers off e The volume level may be too low In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume See Hot keys on page 21 e If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer s right panel the internal speakers automati
33. erly PCMCIA are add on cards for portable computers giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs Popular type II cards include flash memory SRAM fax data modem 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 on how to install and use the card and its functions Inserting a PC Card Insert 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 Card 1 Exit the application using the card 2 Left click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation 48 2 Customizing your computer 3 Press the slot eject button a to pop out the eject button then press it again a to eject the card b 49 Upgrade options Your computer delivers superior power and performance However some users and the applications they use may demand more This computer allows you to upgrade key components when you need increased performance Note Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to perform a key component upgrade Memory upgrade Memory is expandable to 2 GB employing PC2100 266 MHz industry standard DDR Double Data Rate soDIMMs Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules There are two memory slots on your computer one of which is occupied by standard memory
34. exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other 76 Appendix B Notices controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service 12 Replace the battery with the same type as the product s battery we recommend Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion 13 Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly 14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set provided in your accessories box for this unit It should be a detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7A 125V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 15 feet 4 6 meters Regulatory Information The WM3B2100 Wireless LAN Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards Canada Industry Canada IC e This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Europe EU Decl
35. his button is used to emulate the button CTRL ALT DEL key combination which launches the Windows Security dialog box 2 This button is set and cannot be configured by the user 17 Status indicators LEDs light emitting diodes that turn on and off to show the status of the computer and its functions and components Note To configure the Enter Page up and Page down buttons double click on the Change tablet and pen settings icon on the Windows taskbar a MOTE EE or Click on Start on the Windows taskbar and click on Control Panel to open the Control Panel dialog box Click on Change to classic view then double click on the Change tablet and pen settings 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Click on the Tablet Buttons tab on the Tablet and Pen Settings dialog box and change the buttons accordingly Tablet and Pen Settings Settings Display Tablet Buttons Pen Options Button settings for Button location All orientations Detailed view Tablet Button Button 3 Button 5 Button 4 Fn Button 3 Fn Button 5 Fn Button 4 Action Up Enter Down Change screen orientation Ese Tab Cancel Left view 1 Screen support Supports the LCD screen press and release before switching from PC mode to tablet mode and vice versa 2 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter a aa 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk secured by a screw Right view
36. igured properly at offset nnnn 0250 System battery is dead Replace and run SETUP The CMOS clock battery indicator shows the battery is dead Replace the battery and run Setup to reconfigure the system 60 3 Troubleshooting your computer 0251 System CMOS checksum bad Default configuration used System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS The BIOS installed Default Setup Values If you do not want these values enter Setup and enter your own values If the error persists check the system battery or contact your dealer 0260 System timer error The timer test failed Requires repair of system board 0270 Real time clock error Real Time Clock fails BIOS hardware test May require board repair 0271 Check date and time settings BIOS found date or time out of range and reset the Real Time Clock May require setting legal date 1991 2099 0280 Previous boot incomplete Default configuration used Previous POST did not complete successfully POST loads default values and offers to run Setup If the failure was caused by incorrect values and they are not corrected the next boot will likely fail On systems with control of wait states improper Setup settings can also terminate POST and cause this error on the next boot Run Setup and verify that the wait state configuration is correct This error is cleared the
37. lm rest provides optimum comfort and support Note When using an external USB or serial mouse you can press Fn F7 to disable the touchpad Touchpad basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad e Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor e Press the left 1 and right 3 buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results e Use the 4 way scroll 2 key top bottom left right to scroll a page up down left or right This button mimics your cursor pressing on the vertical and horizontal scroll bars of Windows applications 27 Execute Click twice Tap twice at the quickly same speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and Tap twice at the hold then same speed as use finger to double clicking a drag the mouse button cursor on the then hold finger to touchpad the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Access Click context once menu Scroll Click and hold the button in the desired direction up down left right Note Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad Also keep the touchpad dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements Hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad s
38. locks the battery bay 3 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack 4 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 5 Hard disk anti shock Protects your hard disk against protection accidental shock and vibration 6 Personal identification slot Insert an identification card to personalize your computer 10 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Using your computer in tablet mode Your computer is designed for convenience ergonomic use and portability Running the Windows XP Tablet PC edition operating system your TravelMate utilizes an EMR stylus for pen based input Software developed specifically for the computer allows for both handwriting recognition converted to application text or handwriting captured as rich digital ink for manipulation editing and formatting By combining Windows based applications with the versatility of pen based input this computer offers new ways for users to communicate in a wireless environment Switching to tablet mode To switch to tablet mode follow the steps below 1 Push and slide the two way latch in the direction as shown in the illustration below a and open the display screen b 11 Push and slide the two way latch all the way as shown in the illustration above Warning When switching to tablet mode make sure that you open the display at an angle between 85 to 95 85 95 1 I rid 1 1 1 1
39. ment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor TBR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR 21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance 75 Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Save these instructions for future reference 1 2 10 11 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the prod
40. n close and latch the display When you are ready to use the computer again unlatch and open the display then press slide and release the power switch Note If the sleep indicator is off the computer has entered Hibernation mode and turned off If the power indicator is off but the sleep indicator is on the computer has entered Sleep mode In both cases press slide and release the power switch to turn the computer back on Note that the computer may enter Hibernation mode after it is in Sleep mode for a period of time What to bring to short meetings A fully charged battery runs the computer for about two and a half hours under most circumstances If your meeting is shorter than that you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than the computer What to bring to long meetings If your meeting will last longer than two and a half hours 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 outlet reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode Press Fn F4 or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer To resume open the display if closed then press slide and release the power switch Taking the computer home when you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Preparing the computer After disconnecting the
41. next time the system is booted 0281 Memory Size found by POST differed from CMOS 02B0 Diskette drive A error 02B1 Diskette drive B error Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS Drive A or B is present but fails the BIOS POST diskette tests Check to see that the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in Setup and that the diskette drive is attached correctly 02B2 Incorrect Drive A type run SETUP Type of floppy drive A not correctly identified in Setup 02B3 Incorrect Drive B type run SETUP Type of floppy drive B not correctly identified in Setup 61 02D0 System cache error Cache disabled RAM cache failed and BIOS disabled the cache On older boards check the cache jumpers You may have to replace the cache See your dealer A disabled cache slows system performance considerably 02F0 CPU ID CPU socket number for Multi Processor error 02F4 EISA CMOS not writeable 02F5 DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error Cannot write to EISA CMOS ServerBIOS2 test error Cannot write to extended DMA Direct Memory Access registers 02F6 Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error Cannot generate software NMI Non Maskable Interrupt 02F7 Fail Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error Fail Safe Timer takes too long device Address Conflict Address conflict for specified device Allocation Error for device Failing Bits nn
42. nn Run ISA or EISA Configuration Utility to resolve resource conflict for the specified device The hex number nnnn is a map of the bits at the RAM address which failed the memory test Each 1 one in the map indicates a failed bit See errors 230 231 or 232 above for offset address of the failure in System Extended or Shadow memory Invalid System Configuration Data Problem with NVRAM CMOS data I O device IRQ conflict I O device IRQ conflict error One or more 120 Block Storage Devices were excluded from the Setup Boot Menu There was not enough room in the IPL table to display all installed 120 block storage devices 62 3 Troubleshooting your computer Operating system not found Operating system cannot be located on either drive A or drive C Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A are properly identified Parity Check 1 nnnn Parity error found in the system bus BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen If it cannot locate the address it displays nnnn Parity is a method for checking errors in binary data A parity error indicates that some data has been corrupted Parity Check 2 nnnn Parity error found in the I O bus BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen If it cannot locate the address it displays nnnn Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt Displayed after any recoverable error to Setup lt F3 gt for previous messag
43. operation Responsible Party Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 Telephone No 1 408 432 6200 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE 78 Appendix B Notices Laser compliance statement The CD drive used with this computer is a laser product The CD drive s classification label Shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D OUVERTURE EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEOFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN PRODUCTO LASER DE LA CLASE ADVERTENCIA RADIACION LASER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING VEDABNING SE IKKE IND I STRALEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSATEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR PPNAD ALA TUIJOTA SATEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING NAR DEKSEL APNESSTIRR IKKE INN STRALEN Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if at all possible
44. or above 50 C 122 F e Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields e Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture e Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer e Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration e Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt e Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer e Do not slam the computer display when you close it e Never place the computer on uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter e Do not connect the adapter to any other device e Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic e When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug e The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack e Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries e Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children e Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if at all possible Cle
45. ows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR aware computers and peripherals such as infrared printers The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to four megabits per second Mbps at a distance of up to one meter To use FIR position two IR aware devices such that their IR ports are no more than one meter apart and offset no more than 15 degrees When the two computers are in position simply begin the data transfer as you normally would See your file transfer software for details Universal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect and daisy chain USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources Your computer has two ports available 46 2 Customizing your computer Connecting your optical drive Connect the AC adapter and the USB cable to the rear of the optical drive a Plug the other end of the USB cable to the computer b Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet c IEEE 1394 The computer s fast IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect IEEE 1394 supported devices like a digital video camera See your video or digital camera s documentation for details 47 PC Card slot There is a type Il CardBus PC Card slot found on the right side of the computer This slot accepts credit card sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer These cards should have a PC Card logo on them PC Cards form
46. rformance at the same time Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer 31 Moving around with your TravelMate This section gives you tips and hints on things to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories Save your work in progress Remove any media diskette or compact disc from the drive s Shut down the operating system Turn off the computer Close the display cover Disconnect from the AC adapter vn OAU B WN Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 8 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer Moving around when you are just moving within short distances for example from your office desk to a meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building To bring the computer out of Sleep mode open the display then press slide and release the power switch If you are taking the computer to a client s office or a different building you may choose to shut down the computer 1 Click on Start Turn off Computer 2 Select Turn Off or 32 1 Getting to know your TravelMate you can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn F4 The
47. s some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or colored dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction A Tick notice For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified The unit shall be connected to Telecommunication Network through a line cord which meets the requirements of ACA Technical Standard TS008 Australian approved mains cord set shall be used with the equipment 80 Appendix B Notices Index A AC adapter caring for viii audio 29 adjusting the volume 29 troubleshooting 56 B battery pack caring for ix charging indicator 18 BIOS utility 52 brightness hotkeys 23 Cc caps lock 19 onindicator 18 care AC adapter viii battery pack ix computer viii cleaning computer ix computer bringing to meetings 32 caring for viii cleaning ix disconnecting 31 features 3 16 indicators 18 keyboards 19 moving around 31 onindicator 18 performance 16 security 36 setting up ahome office 33 taking home 32 traveling internationally 34 traveling on local trips 34 troubleshooting 54 turning off viii Wireless Communication indica tor 18 81 Configuring tablet mode buttons 5 connections network 44 contrast hotkeys 23 D display hotkeys 22 troubleshooting 55 56 E email checking function 25 error messages 59 Euro 23 F FAQ 55
48. signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate 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 that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution To assure continued compliance any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment example use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices This 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 must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired
49. system 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 access the BIOS Utility press F2 during the POST power on self test while the TravelMate logo is being displayed PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit CPU Type Intel R Pentium R M processor 900MHz System Memory 640 KB Extended Memory 514048 KB HDD1 Serial Number XXXXXX System BIOS Version RXX XXX VGA BIOS Version XXXX KBC Version XX XX XX Serial Number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Asset Tag Number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Product Name TravelMate C110 Manufacture Name Acer UUID Number XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXXXXXX Fl Help Select Item F5 F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ct Menu Enter Select gt Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit Note The sample screen shown above is for your reference only Actual values may differ For optimum settings press F9 to load setup defaults Then press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Utility 3 Troubleshooting your computer 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 assistanc
50. ter lets you connect a Kensington compatible key based computer security e Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or locked drawer handle Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available Using passwords Three password types protect your computer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data e Supervisor Password secures your computer against unauthorized use when the Password on boot parameter is enabled and allows full access to the BIOS Utility e User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use when the Password on boot parameter is enabled and allows limited access to the BIOS Utility 37 Primary Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk Even if the hard disk is removed from the computer and moved to another computer it cannot be accessed without the Primary Hard Disk Password Important Do not forget your Supervisor and Primary Hard Disk Password If you forget your password please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center You can set change and delete passwords using the BIOS Utility or the Notebook Manager See BIOS Utility on page 52 and Notebook Manager on page 50 Entering a password Note If you wish to enter the BIOS Utility you need
51. tions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 74 Appendix B Notices Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Remarque a l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Modem notices FCC This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the bottom side of the modem is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon request you must provide this information to your telephone company If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment If they do you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equip
52. tium M Processor with 1 MB level 2 cache e Intel 855GM chipset family e Intel PRO wireless network connection Memory e Main memory expandable to 2 GB e Dual 200 pin soDIMM sockets supporting PC2100 DDR Double Data Rate memory running at 266 MHz e 512 KB Flash ROM BIOS Data storage e One 9 5mm high capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk Display and video e 10 4 Thin Film Transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD displaying 32 bit true color at 1024x768 eXtended Graphics Array XGA resolution e Integrated VGA with DVMT support e 3D capabilities e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support e Dual display capability e Tablet mode for LCD panel Rotatable display Audio e 16 bit AC 97 PCI stereo audio with built in wavetable synthesizer e Built in speaker and microphone e Sound Blaster Pro and Windows Sound System compatible e Separate audio ports for headphone out and line in devices 68 Appendix A Specifications Keyboard and pointing device e Acer FineTouch keyboard e Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device with scroll function e Electromagnetic resonance EMR stylus for pen based input I O ports e Built in e One type II I CardBus PC Card slot e One RJ 11 phone jack e One RJ 45 LAN jack e One DC in jack AC adapter e One external monitor port e One speaker headphone out jack e One line in jack e One FIR wireless communications port IrDA compliant e Two USB 2 0 ports e One IEEE 13
53. uct on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b If liquid has been spilled into the product c If the product has been
54. urns the internal touchpad on and off Fn F8 IRD Speaker Toggle Turns the speakers on and off 23 Fn T m Volume up Increases the speaker volume Fn m Volume down Decreases the speaker volume Fn 5 Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Fn Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness The Euro symbol For keyboards with Euro key support you can type out the Euro symbol by holding down the Alt Gr key and then pressing the Euro key ele eo SY ee rA ee AIT TILH CC Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to http www microsoft com typography fag faq12 htm for more information 24 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Launch keys Located at the top of the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called launch keys They are designated as P1 P2 mail button and Web browser button P1 P2 ww _ Note To the left of these four launch keys is the Invilink GI button This feature is available on select model To activate the InviLink feature press the InviLink button and a dialog box will be displayed showing the current status of the wireless features Wireless Button Status Bluetooth a ZS IV Wireless LAN Wi Fi P1 User programmable P2 User programmable Mail Email application The mail button LED will flash when the user has incoming email Web browser Internet browser application 25 You c
55. uter In this chapter you will learn how to add options upgrade components for better performance and customize your computer 43 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 Fax data modem Some models have a built in V 92 56Kbps software modem Warning This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem To use the fax data modem port connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack Start your communications software program See your communications manual for instructions 44 2 Customizing your computer Built in network feature The built in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet based 10 100 Mbps network To use the network feature connect an Ethernet cable from the network jack on the rear of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network Wireless communication Available on select models the wireless communication feature allows you to communicate with other wireless equipped devices via 802 11b 802 11a and or Bluetooth protocols For more information on how to enable this feature see Launch Manager and wireless features on page 51 45 Fast infrared The computer s fast infrared FIR port all
56. you Your guides To help you use your TravelMate we have designed a set of guides syst paret First off the Just for Starters poster helps you get started with setting up your computer This User s Guide introduces you to the many ways your computer can help you be more productive This guide provides clear and concise information about the computer so read it thoroughly If you ever need to print out a copy this User s Guide is also available in PDF Portable Document Format Follow these steps 1 Click on Start All Programs TravelMate 2 Click on TravelMate User s Guide Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader installed If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer clicking on TravelMate User s Guide will run the Acrobat Reader setup program first Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader access the Help menu A handy Pocket Guide is useful for quick glances at functional key combinations Lastly there may be a Read me first sheet included with your package which contains important reminders and updates So please read through it vi For more information about our products services and support information please visit our web site http global acer com Basic care and tips for using your computer Connecting your computer Connecting the computer is as easy as 1 2 3
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