Acer 650 Series Laptop User Manual
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1. Follow these steps to use PlatinumKey 1 Open your browser to connect to the Internet 2 Double click on the PlatinumKey icon on your Windows desktop 3 Enter your Smart Card password and click OK 42 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 4 If PlatinumKey is being used for the very first time it will ask Would you like to link to 360 Degree Web secure website server to backup the information on your Smart Card The default answer is Yes and it will enable you to store your information excluding the Credit Cards on the 360 Degree Web secure website server for backup purposesin case the card islost stolen If you choose No you will only be able to save My Info Credit Cards and 5 Websites on your Smart Card Log in to a website where you are already registered PlatinumKey automatically stores your login data and asksfor your confirmation to automatically log you in the next time you access the site Click Yes and continue browsing 7 To dose PlatinumKey when you are finished browsing right click on the PlatinumKey icon on your Windows taskbar and select Close PlatinumKey PlatinumKey provides a list of all the logon pagesthat you have stored To go directly to any site on the list either double click it or select it and click the Go button Also you can click the View button to view the selected website information induding Web Name User Name Password and Web URL Similarly type the first letter s of a site on the list and2. 4 5 Click on Start Control Panel Double click on Regional and Language Options Click on the Language tab and click on Details Verify that the keyboard layout used for En English United States is set to United States International If not select and click on ADD then select United States International and click on OK Click on OK To type the Euro symbol 1 2 3 Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard Open a text editor or word processor Hold Alt Gr and press the Euro symbol Note Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography fag fagl2 htm for more information 21 22 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Launch Keys Located above the keyboard are five buttons The left most button is the power button To the right of the power button arethe four launch keys They are designated asthe mail button the web browser button and two programmable buttons Pl and P2 Mail Email application Web browser Internet browser application P1 User programmable P2 User programmable E M ail Detection Click right button at the Launch Manager icon on the taskbar and click on E Mail Detection In this dialog box you have the option to enable disable mail checking set the time interval for mail checking etc If you already have an email account you can fill in User Name Password and POP3 Sever in the dialog box The POP3 Sever is the mail
3. do any of the following Use the Windows shutdown command For Windows 2000 Click on Start Shut Down and select Shut down then click on OK or For Windows XP Click on Start Turn off Computer then cick Turn Off Use the power switch Note You can also use the power switch to perform power management functions See Windows help for more information 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 See the online guide for details Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the power switch for more than four secondsto 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 Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 1229F Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt Never place objectson top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer Do not slam the computer d
4. this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 76 Appendix B Notices Notice Canadian users This ClassB 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 Reglement 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 equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from
5. 97 stereo audio Built in dual speakers Built in microphone High speed optical drive AcerM edia bay 12 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Connectivity e High speed fax data modem port e Ethernet Fast Ethernet port e Fast infrared wireless communication e Four USB 2 0 Universal Serial Bus ports e EEE 1394 port e InviLink 802 11b or 802 11a b wireless LAN manufacturing optional e Bluetooth ready manufacturing optional e SD MMC SM MS memory slot manufacturing optional Human centric design and ergonomics e Internet 4 way scroll button e Sleek smooth and stylish design e Acer FinTouch full sized curved keyboard e Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device Expansion e One type II CardBus PC Card slot e Upgradeable memory 13 Indicators The computer hasthree easy to read status indicators below the display screen and two on the front of the computer The Power and Battery status indicators are visible even when the display is closed Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated Num lock Lights when Num Lock is activated ED ED Media Activity Lights when the disc or AcerMedia is activated a Power Lights green when the power ison and XX orange when the computer isin standby mode 14 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Battery Lights orange when the battery is charging 15 Using the keyboard The full sized keyboard indudes an embedded numeric keypad separate cu
6. Information Settings Help Exit System Information Boot Options p Display system en hardware information Display Device a Smart Card 56 2 Customizing my computer Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard See Launch Keys on page 22 for the location You can accessthe Launch Manager by clicking on Start Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application Launch Manager gm nt engen WirelessL AN Always ON zj ee Bhaetooth Always ON X EMal E Mad Manager zj www intenet Browser zj Launch Manager Launch Manager X Launch Manager Launch Manage BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility isa hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS basic input output 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 activate the BIOS Utility press F2 during the POST power on self test while the TravelMate logo is being displayed 3 Troubleshooting my computer This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutionsto more serious problems require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the computer by yourself Contact your dealer or an authorized ser
7. for more details 5 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter Note The positions of the AcerM edia indicator eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on the optical drive module installed 8 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Rear view 1 Modem jack Connects to a phone line 2 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 based network 35 3 Expansion port Connects to I O port replicator or EasyPort o expansion devices Ca 4 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device e g parallel printer 5 External display Connects to a display device e g external port monitor LCD projector and displays up to 16 7 million colors and up to 1400x1050 O resolution 6 Svideo Connects to a television or display device with Svideo input gt 7 Security keylock Connectsto a Kensington compatible computer security lock Bottom view 1 AcerMedia bay Unlatchesthe AcerMedia drive for release latch removing the optical drive 2 AcerMedia bay Houses an AcerMedia drive module 3 Battery bay Housesthe computer s battery pack 4 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in place 6 Mini PCI slot Slot for adding mini PCI cards 7 Hard disk protector Protects the hard disk from accidental bumps and vibration 8 Hard disk bay Housesthe computer s hard disk secured by a screw 9 Memory Houses
8. interference to radio communications However there isno 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 isencouraged to tryto correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e 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 isconnected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connectionsto 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 conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2
9. placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided 6 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 7 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord 8 Ifan 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 9 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 10 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 11 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 Ifthe product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate norm
10. E 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 STRALEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSATEILY LLE VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR PPNAD ALA TUIJ OTA SATEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING NAR DEKSEL APNESSTIRR IKKE INN STRALEN 79 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 ADVARSEL Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig handtering Udskiftning ma kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type L ver det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandgren 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 VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Anvand samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera anv nt batteri enligt fabrikantens instrukt
11. M sockets e _PC2100 DDR SDRAM Double Data Rate Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory support e 512 KB Flash ROM BIOS Data storage e One high capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e One 5 25 inch internal removable optical drive AcerM edia bay Display and video e Thin Film Transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD displaying 32 bit true color up to 1024 x 768 eXtended Graphics Array XGA resolution for 14 1 15 and 1400 x 1050 Super eXtended Graphics Array SXGA resolution for 15 e 4X AGP bus with 3D acceleration e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support e Dual display capability e S video for output to a television or display device that supports S video input e Automatic LCD dim feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power Audio e 16 bit AC 97 stereo audio e Dual speakers and microphone e Separate audio ports for headphone out line in and microphone in devices Keyboard and pointing device e 84 85 88 key Windows keyboard 70 Appendix A Specifications Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device with 4 way scroll button I O ports One type II CardBus PC Card sot One RJ 45 jack Ethernet 10 100 One RJ 11 phone jack V 92 One DC in jack One parallel port One external monitor port One speaker headphone out jack 3 5mm mini jack One audio line in jack 3 5mm mini jack One microphone in jack One IEEE 1394 port One S vide
12. Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 port isa high speed serial bus which allows you to connect and daisy chain USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources Your computer has four ports available 50 2 Customizing my computer IEEE 1394 port The computer s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported deviceslike a video camera or digital camera See your video or digital camera s documentation for details PC Card slot The type II CardBus PC Card slot found on the left side of the computer 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 formerly PCMCIA are add on cards for portable computers giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs Popular PC cardsindude flash fax data modem LAN wireless LAN and SCSI cards CardBus improves on the 16 bit PC card technology by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits Note Refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions 51 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 Tae be Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card 1 2 Exit the application using the card Left click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation Press the
13. TravelM ate 650 series User s guide Copyright 2003 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelM ate 650 series User s guide Original Issue January 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 TravelM ate 650 series Notebook computer 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 for i
14. ally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other 78 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 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer isa laser product The CD or DVD 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 TOUT
15. art Card is inserted When Auto authenticate when Smart Card is in use is selected no password is required All you need to do is insert the Smart Card 40 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Smart Card Manager The Multiple user support isimplemented and managed in Smart Card Manager Please note that five users can be registered on one PC If you registered asthe Primary User ONLY you can add remove other users If you registered as a regular user other registered users could add remove you All registered users will be ableto usethe View Smart Card users option Change Password Click the Change Password button fill in the three fieldsin the Change Password dialog box and then close the dialog box by dicking the OK button to change the Smart Card password Encrypt Decrypt PlatinumSecure can also be used to encrypt decrypt files except for system files or filesthat are already encrypted with other applications Double dick on a file to automatically encrypt decrypt it However if the file is associated with an application it will be opened with that application instead of being encrypted Note that the encryption is not recursive i e when you encrypt a folder only the files immediately under that folder are encrypted Other files under subfolders are not To find the Encrypt Decrypt commands e Right click on the Start menu e Right click on a folder or icon on your Windows desktop or e In Windows Explorer right cli
16. ck feature automatically shifts from the internal keyboard to the external keyboard or keypad 17 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions o oo o BBESSES5555555555 Windows logo Start button Combinations with thiskey perform key shortcut functions Below are a few examples a ay Tab Activates next taskbar button ay E Explores My Computer ay F Finds Document A M Minimizes All Shift a M Undoes Minimize All ay R Displays the Run dialog box Application key Opensa context menu same asa right click 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 18 1 Getting to know your TravelMate To activate hot keys press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination oo PRE Fn F1 9 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys Fn F2 N Setup Launch Notebook Manager Fn F3 N Power Switchesthe power Y management management scheme used by scheme toggle the computer function available if supported by operating system See Power management on page 30 Fn F4 z Sleep Puts the computer in Seep Z mode See Power management on page 30 Fn F5 Display toggle Switches display output Im between the display screen external monitor if connected and both the display scree
17. ck on a selected folder file or group 41 of files Z Desktop a BlieSdom exe 5 My Computer Waabmp a 3 Floppy A coverl doc C 6B INS doc 6 360SCProgram QA doc C America Online 4 0 tepott doc 2 CompuServe 2000 sample doc a CyberCoach manual doc 1 Explore WRL3785 tmp sOi Open WRL2855 tmp Encrypt Folder WRL2117 tmp Decrypt Folder WRL1735 tmp Emergency Decrypt Folder WRL2570 tmp g 1 Eind manual doc 8 0 WRL2229 tmp Sharing Send To gt DO DLLLLDELLLDELDR h Cut Copy Paste a Create Shortcut Delete Rename T Properties Running PlatinumKey PlatinumKey provides one click logon to all password required websites With its unique Smart Card caching technology you can greatly extend the limited card memory size to unlimited use by storing your private data in an encrypted file either on the Smart Card or on the 360 Degree Web secure website server Information in PlatinumKey like the one in My Info and Credit Cards can be transferred to other applications using the drag and drop method simply point the cursor to the field containing the information press and hold the left mouse button then drag the cursor to the application and drop the information there PlatinumKey also makes it convenient to change your password There is always a PWD button available which is equivalent to the Change Password button in PlatinumSecure
18. dentification purposes only and belong to their respective companies 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 you Your guides To help you use your TravelMate we have designed a set of guides 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 2 i 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 Programs TravelMate 2 Click on TravelMate User s guide Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader installed For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader access the Help menu For more information about our products services and support information please visit our Web site global acer com Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer simply press the power button the button left of the launch keys found above your TravelM ate s standard keyboard See page 3 for the location of the power switch To turn the power off
19. e screws from the memory cover a then lift up and remove the memory cover b 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 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 54 2 Customizing my computer Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Note The hard disk drive module is not hot swappable You have to turn off your computer before you can swap the module You can swap the AcerMedia drive with any optional AcerMedia modules First slide the AcerMedia release latch asshown in the illustration a Then remove the optical drive from the AcerMedia bay b Then insert the optional AcerM edia module into the AcerMedia bay until the it click into place Using system utilities Notebook M anager 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 and power management settings It also shows current hardware configurations To start the Notebook Manager press Fn F2 or follow these steps 1 Click on Start Programs then Notebook Manager 2 Select the Notebook Manager application to run the program Click on Help for more information W Notebook Manager System
20. ease 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 If the Sleep indicator is lit the computer isin Sleep mode Slide and release the power switch to resume 60 3 Troubleshooting my computer Image is not full screen The computer display has a native resolution of 1024 x 768 XGA for the 14 1 and 1400 x 1050 SXGA for the 15 0 If you setthe resolution lower than this the screen expandsto fill the computer display 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 that 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 17 for more detail e If headphones earphones
21. ency eject hole See page 60 Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD ROM drive module isinstalled in the AcerMedia bay you can play DVD movies on your computer 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disc then close the DVD tray Important When you launch the DVD player for the first time the program asks you to input the region code DVD discs are divided into 6 regions Once your DVD drive is st to a region code it will play DVD discs of that region only You can set the region code a maximum of five times including the first time after which the last region code set will remain permanent Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set Refer to the table below for DVD movie region code information 28 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds 1 U S A Canada 2 Europe Middle East South Africa Japan 3 Southeast Asia Taiwan Korea South 4 Latin America Australia New Zealand 5 Former U S S R parts of Africa India 6 People s Republic of China Note To change the region code insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD ROM drive Please refer to the online help for more information 29 Audio The computer comes with 16 bit high fidelity AC 97 stereo audio and includes a built in sensitive microphone and dual stereo speakers There are audio p
22. er 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 3 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 3 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 Seep 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 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 computer from your desktop follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home e Check if you have removed all media diskettes and compact discs 33 from the drive s Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head e Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from siding 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 bri
23. for better performance and customize your computer 47 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 For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer see your online guide for more details Fax data modem Your computer has a built in V 92 56Kbps AC 97 Link fax data 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 E gt N Start your communications software program Built in network feature The built in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet based 10 100 Mbps network 48 2 Customizing my computer 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 Fast infrared The computer s fast infrared FIR port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs personal digital assistants mobile phones and 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 49 Universal
24. he ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide There are two ways to access Acer for technical support and information e Internet service worldwide www acersupport com 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 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 You are required to provide the following information Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial number Date of purchase 65 66 3 Troubleshooting my computer Appendix A Specifications This appendix liststhe general specifications of your computer 69 Microprocessor e Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Procesor M with 512 KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology Memory e Main memory expandable to 1 GB e Dual 200 pin soDIM
25. he Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you press F2 to enter the BIOS Utility at boot up e Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS Utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter e When the User Password is set and the Password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up e Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter e When the Hard Disk Password is set a prompt appears at boot up e Type the Hard Disk Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Side 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 Hard Disk Password please contact your dealer or an authorized service center Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS Utility 44 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 2 Customizing my computer After learning the basics of your TravelMate computer let s get acquainted with the advanced features of your computer In this chapter you will learn how to add options upgrade components
26. ion VAROITUS P risto voi r j ht jos se on virheellisesti asennettu Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin H vit k ytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgem en Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless 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 Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other 80 Appendix B Notices intellectual property rightsowned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and isintended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Apparatus Claims of U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 577 216 4 819 098 and 4 907 093 licensed for limited viewing uses only A Tick notice For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label Thisindudes cu
27. isplay when you close it Never place the computer on uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some waysto 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 objectson top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cablesaway from personal traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug 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 waysto take care of your battery pack Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recyde if at all possible Cleaning and servicing When deaning the computer follow these steps 1 2 3 4 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack Disconnect the AC adapter Use a soft doth moistened with water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners To clean the display screen use an LCD cleaning kit If any of the following occurs vi e The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged Liquid has bee
28. keys 17 L LEDs 13 M memory 82 installing 52 53 upgrading 52 messages error 63 modem 47 N network 47 Notebook Manager 55 hotkey 18 notice DVD copyright protection 79 numlock 15 onindicator 13 numeric keypad numlock 16 O online services 64 options memory upgrade 52 P password 42 types 42 PCCard 50 ejecting 51 inserting 51 ports 47 POST power on self test 56 printer troubleshooting 61 problems 59 CD ROM 60 display 59 60 keyboard 61 printer 61 startup 59 troubleshooting 58 Q questions setting location for modem use 61 S safety CD ROM 78 FCC notice 75 general instructions 77 modem notices 76 scroll lock 15 security keylock 36 passwords 42 smart card 36 service when to call v SmartCard 36 PlatinumKey 37 PlatinumPAS 36 PlatinumSecure 36 PlatinumSecure options 39 speakers hotkey 19 troubleshooting 60 specifications 68 Standby mode hotkey 18 statusindicators 13 storage 26 AcerMedia drive 26 hard disk 26 support information 64 T touchpad 24 hotkey 19 using 24 25 travel international flights 34 local trips 34 troubleshooting 58 tips 62 U universal serial bus 49 vV view left 4 6 rear 8 right 7 volume adjusting 29 WwW warranty International Traveler s Warran ty 64 Windowskeys 17 83 84
29. latinumSecure Rlatinumsecure Options Siani ard Manager change Password 39 PlatinumSecure Options Click on the PlatinumSecure Options button to open the Smart Card Options window It provides great flexibility to meet the various privacy protection needs of many different users SmartCard Options x Disable SmartCard Authentication M Disable PlatinumPAS IV Disable PlatinumSecure Cancel System Lock Option c c Password Option E c e Disable Smart Card Authentication When Disable PlatinumPAS is selected the PlatinumPAS Preboot Authentication System will be disabled When Disable PlatinumSecure is selected the PlatinumSecure Windows Logon Authentication with the Smart Card will be disabled which means that the protection of your PC as well as other options under System Lock Option and Password Option will be disabled too The Smart Card password is required for this selection e System Lock Option When Lock system when the Smart Card is not in use default is selected if the Smart Card is removed the PlatinumSecure screensaver comes up and access to the system is locked When Never lock the system after bootup is selected there is no protection for the PC after boot up and Password Option is disabled e Password Option When Always enter password when the Smart Card is in use default is selected the password is required whenever you need to regain access to the system while the Sm
30. n and external monitor 19 Fn F6 Screen blank Turnsthe display screen u backlight off to save power Press any key to return Fn F7 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad ar on and off Fn F8 129 Speaker toggle Turnsthe speakers on and off Fn T Volume up Increasesthe speaker volume Fn Volume down Decreases the speaker 1 volume Fn au Brightness up Increases the screen O brightness Fn S Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness The Euro symbol If your keyboard layout is set to United States International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a European layout you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard OR OO E Seuaunseeueeesess 20 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Note for US keyboard users The keyboard layout is set when you first set up Windows For the Euro symbol to work the keyboard layout hasto be set to United States International To verify the keyboard type in Windows Millennium Edition and Windows 2000 follow the steps below 1 2 3 4 5 Click on Start Settings Control Panel Double dick on Keyboard Click on the Language tab Verify that the keyboard layout used for En English United States isset to United States International If not select and click on Properties then select United States International and dick on OK Click on OK To verify the keyboard type in Windows XP follow the steps below 1 2 3
31. n spilled into the product e The computer does not operate normally Please refer to Troubleshooting my computer on page 57 First things first Your guides Basic care and tipsfor using your computer 1 Getting to know your TravelM ate A TravelMate tour Front open view Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Indicators Using the keyboard Special keys Launch Keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Storage Hard disk AcerMedia bay Using software Audio Adjusting the volume Power management Moving around with your TravelMate Disconnecting fromthe 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 the Smart Card Using passwords 2 Customizing my computer Expanding through options Connectivity options Upgrade options Using system utilities Contents viii Notebook Manager BIOS Utility 3 Troubleshooting my 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 81 1 Getting to know your TravelM ate 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 ne
32. ng 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 e AcerMedia drive module s 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 If you 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 home office If you frequently work on your computer at home you may want 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 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time you might also want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse Traveling with the computer when you are moving within a larger distance for in
33. o TV out port 100 pin port replicator Four USB ports One FIR port IrDA One Smart Card slot 4 in 1 card reader Weight and dimensions 2 76 kg 6 1 Ibs for 14 1 LCD model 2 86kg 6 3 lbs for 15 LCD model 330 W x 272 D x 28 9 31 8 H mm Environment Temperature e Operating 5 C 35 C e Non operating 20 C 65 C Humidity non condensing e Operating 20 80 RH e Non operating 20 80 RH 71 System e ACPI support e DMI 2 0 compliant e Microsoft Windows operating system Power e Battery pack e 65Wh Li lon battery pack e 1 5 hour rapid charge 3 5 hour charge in use e AC adapter e 75 Watt e Auto sensing 100 240Vac 47 63Hz Options e _256 512 MB memory upgrade modules e Additional Li Ion battery pack e Additional AC adapter e DVD CD RW module includes DVD playback software e EasyPort port replicator e Second HDD drive e USB floppy drive 72 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices This appendix lists the general notices of your computer 75 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 and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful
34. or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer s rear panel the internal speakers automatically turn off want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the power cannot eject the optical drive tray There is a mechanical eject button on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and push to eject the tray 61 The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to the USB 2 0 connector on the rear of the computer If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center asthe 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 there isa clear path between the two infrared ports Nothing should be blocking the ports e Make sure you have the appropriate software running on both devices for file transfers or 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 the infrared port is enabled e Make sure both devices are IrDA compliant The printer does not work Check the following e Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it isturned on e Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer s parallel port and the corresponding
35. orts on the rear of the computer See Rear view on page 8 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 19 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 peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports 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 performance at the same time Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer 31 Moving around with your TravelM ate This section gives you tips and hints 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 computer Close the display cover Di
36. p 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 touchpad to 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 dean when using the touchpad Also keep the touchpad dry and clean The touchpad issensitive to finger movements Hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness 26 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Storage This computer supplies you with the following media storage e High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e AcerMedia drive Hard disk The high capacity hard disk isthe answer to your storage needs Thisis where your programs and data are stored AcerM edia bay The AcerM edia bay accepts a wide variety of optional media drive modulesfor use with your computer These optional items include e CD ROM drive e DVD ROM drive e DVD CD RW drive e Second hard disk drive e Second battery Note To swap AcerMedia drive modules see Swapping AcerMedia drive modules on page 54 27 Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray To eject the optical drive tray when the computer isturned on press the drive eject button When the power isoff you can eject the drive tray using the emerg
37. port on the printer e During POST press F2 to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the parallel port is enabled 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 Settings Control Panel 2 Double click on Modems 3 Click on Dialing Properties and begin setting up your location Refer to the Windows manual 62 3 Troubleshooting my computer Troubleshooting tips Thisnotebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reportsto help you solve problems If the system reportsan error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages on page 63 If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 64 63 Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table liststhe error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action CMOS Battery Bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center CMOS Checksum Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Disk Boot Failure Insert a system bootable diskette into the floppy drive A then press Enter to reboot Equipment Press F2 during POST to enter the BIOS Utility Configuration Error then pressEsc to exit and reconfigure the com
38. puter Hard Disk 0 Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Hard Disk 0 Extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service Type Error center I O Parity Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard Error or No Contact your dealer or an authorized service Keyboard Connected center Keyboard Interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service Error center Memory Size Mismatch Press F2 during POST to enter the BIOS Utility then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the computer 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 64 3 Troubleshooting my computer 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 is 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 t
39. quipped with a Smart Card security feature that protects the computer from unauthorized access If you enable this feature please make sure that your 38 1 Getting to know your TravelMate warranty card iscompleted and sent back to Acer This information will be used by Acer service centersto confirm ownership in case your Smart Card key islost or damaged Registering your notebook with Acer s service center is extremely important when replacing your lost Smart Card key If you have already bypassed the Smart Card registration please reinstall the application as follows 1 Insert your System CD and reinstall from it 2 Follow the onscreen instructions To enable the Smart Card security feature please refer to your Smart Card user manual Running PlatinumSecure PlatinumSecure enhances the secure logon procedure for Windows 2000 or XP at the operating system level It provides user authentication with an encryption decryption function using the Smart Card If your Smart Card is unavailable the Emergency Card can serve as a temporary replacement for the Smart Card After installation the PlatinumSecure icon appears on the Windows desktop Double click on it or dick the right mouse button then select Open from the pop up menu or launch it from the PlatinumSecret program group From the menu that appears you can directly access three operations PlatinumSecure Options Smart Card Manager and Change Password 360 Degree Web P
40. r disables Bluetooth functionality 6 Bluetoothindicator2 Indicates that Bluetooth is enabled 7 InviLink button Enables or disables wireless LAN feature 8 InviLink indicator Indicates status of wireless LAN communication 9 Latch Latch for opening and closing the laptop Notes 1 Four in one card reader isa manufacturing option subject to configuration 2 Bluetooth button and indicator work on modelswith Bluetooth only 3 InviLink button and indicator work on models with wireless LAN only Left view 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 USB 2 0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices e g USB mouse USB camera 2 IEEE 1394 port Connectsto IEEE 1394 devices 1394 3 Smart Card slot Slot for Smart Card interface with pre boot authentication system 4 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman 5 Microphone jack Accepts input from external microphones 4 6 Headphone Connect to headphones or other line out Speaker Line out audio devices speakers jack 7 PC Card eject button Ejectsthe PC Card from the slot 8 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card il Right view 1 AcerMedia drive Houses a removable media drive module 2 AcerMediaindicator Lights up when the AcerM edia drive is active 3 Eject button Ejects the drive tray 4 Emergency eject dot Ejects the drive tray when the computer is turned off See page 60
41. rsor keys two Windows keys and twelve function keys Special keys Lock keys The keyboard hasthree lock keys which you can toggle on and off o oo ooe TTT TETTE Caps Lock When Caps Lock ison all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad isin 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 16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys oo eo ALLIT LLL Number keys on Type numbersin 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 lettersin a on embedded keypad normal manner Note If an external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer the Num Lo
42. sconnect the cord from the AC adapter ou A WN MH Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 7 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 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 Shut Down or Turn off Computer Windows XP 2 Select Shut down and click on OK or select Turn Off Windows XP 32 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Or you can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn F4 Then close and latch the display When you are ready to use the computer again unlatch and open the display then 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 ison the computer has entered Sleep mode In both cases slide and release the power switch to turn the computer back on Note that the computer may ent
43. sever where you get your email 23 Launch Manager M Check Mail User Name Valued Acer Customer Password rn nf POP3 Server Jacercomtf Check Interval 1180 second s 7 Aside from the email checking function there is a mail button that is used to launch the email application It islocated above the keyboard right below the LCD 24 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Touchpad The built in touchpad isa pointing device that senses movement on its surface Thismeansthe cursor responds asyou move your finger on the surface of the touchpad The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support Note When using an external USB mouse you can press Fn F7 to disable the touchpad Touchpad basics The following itemsteach 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 25 Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results e Use the 4 way scroll 2 button top bottom left and 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 Execute Click twice Tap twice at the quickly same speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Ta
44. slot eject button to pop out the eject button a then press it again to eject the card b 52 2 Customizing my computer Port expansion devices Two types of expansion devices are available for your computer e O replicator adds serial port and parallel port connections to your computer e EasyPort adds a host of ports for your computer and allows you to connect and disconnect peripherals from your computer in one quick step See your dealer for more information Upgrade options Your computer delivers superior power and performance However some users and the applicationsthey 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 1 GB employing 256 512 MB industry standard soDIMMs Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules The computer supports DDR Double Data Rate RAM There are two memory slots on your computer one of which is occupied by standard memory You can upgrade memory by installing a memory module into the one available slot or replacing the standard memory with a higher capacity memory module Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 1 Turn off the computer unplug the AC adapter if connected and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over to access its base 53 2 Remove th
45. stance 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 AcerMedia drive module 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 country to country Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling 35 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 AcerMedia drive module s Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Proof of purchase in case you need
46. stomer 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 Index A AC adapter caringfor v AcerMedia drive 26 audio 29 adjusting the volume 29 troubleshooting 60 B battery pack caring for v BIOS utility 56 brightness hotkeys 19 Cc capslock 15 onindicator 13 care AC adapter v battery pack v computer iv CD ROM ejecting 27 ejecting manually 60 troubleshooting 60 cleaning computer v computer bringing to meetings 32 caring for iv deaning v disconnecting 31 features 3 11 indicators 13 keyboards 15 moving around 31 performance 11 security 36 setting up ahome office 33 taking home 32 traveling internationally 34 traveling on local trips 34 troubleshooting 58 81 turning off iv connections network 47 connectivity options port expansion devices 52 D display hotkeys 18 troubleshooting 59 60 DVD 27 DVD movies playing 27 E error messages 63 Euro 19 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 59 front view 3 H hard disk 26 help online services 64 Hibernation mode hotkey 18 hotkeys 17 l IEEE 1394 port 50 indicator lights 13 infrared 48 ITW See warranty K keyboard 15 embedded numeric keypad 16 hotkeys 17 lock keys 15 troubleshooting 61 Windows
47. the computer s main memory compartment 10 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 10 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool Note Don t cover or obstruct the opening ofthefan 11 Personal Insert a business card or similar sized identification slot identification card to personalize your computer 11 Features Below isa brief summary of the computer s many features Performance Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor M with 512 KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology Memory expandable up to 1 GB Internal removable optical drive AcerMedia bay High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk Li lon main battery pack Power management system with ACPI Advanced Configuration Power Interface Smart Card interface with pre boot authentication system for added security Display Thin Film Transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD displaying 32 bit high color up to 1024 x 768 eXtended Graphics Array XGA resolution for 14 1 15 and 1400 x 1050 Super eXtended Graphics Array SXGA resolution for some 15 models specification varies depending on the model 3D capabilities Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support S video for output to a television or display device that supports S video input Automatic LCD dim feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power Dual display capability Multimedia 16 bit high fidelity AC
48. 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 TBR21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR21 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 71 Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Save these instructions for future reference 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning w Do not use this product near water 4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product 5 Slotsand openingsin 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 product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be
49. the site will be searched and selected You can Edit and Delete the sites as well as other information and Save or Cancel the changes you made by selecting the button corresponding to each command Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data e Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS Utility Once set you must key in this password to gain access to the BIOS Utility See BIOS Utility on page 56 e User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from hibernation for maximum security e Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from hibernation for maximum security 43 e 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 Hard Disk Password Important Do not forget your Supervisor and Hard Disk Password If you forget your password please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the left hand corner of the display screen e When t
50. 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 isa 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 Smart Card and passwords Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the left panel of the computer lets you connect a Kensington compatible computer security lock gt 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 the Smart Card This software includes the following components PlatinumPAS PlatinumSecure and Platin
51. umKey Together they provide you with multiple levels of security e PlatinumPAS implements the first security measure at the BIOS level and runs during the BIOS routine check when a computer is powered up or rebooting If no Smart Card or Emergency Card is detected the computer will stop booting up to prevent any illegal access to the system e PlatinumSecure enhances the secure logon procedure for your Windowsat the operating system level It provides user authentication through its encryption decryption function using 37 the Smart Card If your Smart Card is unavailable you can use the Emergency Card as a temporary replacement card e PlatinumKey auto authenticate and auto cache with one click logonsto all password required websites patent pending eliminatesthe overhead costs associated with memorizing and typing user IDs and passwords when surfing the Internet with Microsoft or Netscape web browsers A slot for your Smart Card islocated on the left panel of the computer This new security feature helps you boot up your computer with all your settings built right into your Smart Card You don t have to remember your password to access your computer IS SN 2 To remove the Smart Card first pressthe Smart Card a and remove the Smart Card b as shown in the illustration below For more details consult your Smart Card documentation Registering your Smart Card Important Your Acer notebook is e
52. vice center for assistance key link www acersupport com 59 Frequently asked questions The following isa list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer Easy answers and solutions are provided for each one slid the power switch and opened the display but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the Power indicator e If it isnot lit no power is being applied to the computer Check the following e If you 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 Isanon 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 two things might be the cause e The brightness level might be too low Press Fn increase and Fn lt decr
53. w power computing partner A TravelM ate tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters poster let usshow you around your new TravelMate computer Front open view 1 Display screen Also called LCD liquid crystal display displays computer output 2 Power button Turns on the computer 3 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which fundionslike a computer mouse 4 Click buttons left The left and right buttons function like the center and right left and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way scroll button 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 6 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer 7 Statusindicators LEDs light emitting diode that turn on and off to show the status of the computer its functionsand components 8 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 9 Launch keys Special keys for launching internet browser email program and frequently used programs See on page 21 for more details Front view 1 Speaker Outputs sound 2 4 in 1 card reader Reads one card from Smart Media Memory Stick MultiMedia and Secure Digital cards 3 4 in 1 card reader Displays activity of 4 in 1 card reader indicator 4 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices e g es a infrared PDA IR aware computer 5 Bluetooth button Enables o
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