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Acer 505 series Laptop User Manual

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1. CPU Brand type and clock speed of the CPU Central Processing Unit Total Memory Total amount of main memory in megabytes Video RAM Total amount of video memory in megabytes Hard Disk Size of hard disk in megabytes CD ROM or Detects presence of the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive DVD ROM Serial port Resource settings of the serial port Parallel port Resource settings of the parallel port Internal Cache Detects presence and total amount of internal cache memory in kilobytes 73 External Cache Detects presence and total amount of external cache memory in kilobytes TouchPad Detects the presence and setting of the internal pointing device Pointing Device Type s of the pointing device s detected internal and external POST POST defines how the computer behaves during the power on self test routines inbasioen Verma FJET ls fiesta Femme Piss b mgee Dpi bio POST FF Beaty Vga Bird This screen includes the following settings e Enable Fast Boot Select to hide POST startup messages instead displaying the TravelMate computer logo e Enable hotkey beep Select to enable the computer to emit a beep when a hotkey or key combination is pressed 74 5 Software Boot Sequence Boot Sequence defines the boot sequence to follow when your computer boots up enters Verma ret Exe RAAT emcees fro b magne Pepi Pn Boci Sequence d ii Daig eect 1o inigi a aia For T Thi
2. 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 Note 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 site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide For technical assistance and support in the United States and Canada you can call 1 800 816 2237 You can also contact a local dealer or distributor in the country you are traveling in for assistance To view support information follow these steps 1 Click on Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double click on System xix 3 Click on Support Information Note If you are connected to the Internet and have World Wide Web access visit our home page www acer com and get an updated list of our worldwide offices as well as information about our products XX Care and maintenance Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you t
3. AC adapter e One RS 232 serial port UART16550 compatible e One parallel port ECP EPP compliant e One external monitor port DDC 2 0 compliant e One keyboard mouse port PS 2 compatible e One speaker headphone out jack e One audio line in jack e One microphone in jack e One USB port Weight and dimensions e 2 67 kg 5 9 Ibs 306 x 228 x 46 mm 12 x 10 12 x 1 81 in Temperature e Operating 10 C 35 C e Non operating 20 C 60 C Humidity non condensing e Operating 20 80 RH e Non operating 20 80 RH System e Windows 98 e Mobile PC99 compliant Battery pack e 33 6 WattHour NiMH battery pack e 2 hour rapid charge 4 hour charge in use AC adapter 60 Watt Auto sensing 100 240Vac 50 60Hz Options 32 64 128 MB 64 128 bit SDRAM memory upgrade module PS 2 Y cable Additional AC adapter and battery pack Numeric keypad File transfer cable In Air Auto Adapter 105 106 A Specifications Index A AC adapter caring for xx connecting xvi audio 25 connecting externally 48 controlling volume 25 troubleshooting 92 B battery installing xvi battery pack battery low warning 34 caring for xx characteristics 31 charging 32 charging indicator 7 charging modes 32 checking charge level 33 installing 32 low conditions 34 optimizing 33 removing 32 using the first time 31 BIOS Utility 79 88 Basic System Settings menu 81 entering 79 Load Default Settings menu 88 navig
4. 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 Advanced Configuration and Power Interface Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI is a power management specification jointly developed by Intel Microsoft and Toshiba ACPI enables Windows to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer With ACPI Windows can turn off peripheral devices when they are not in use thereby saving power Note We recommend you enable power management to prolong your battery life Power management modes Sleep mode ACPI If ACPI is installed all power management functions are handled by the Windows operating system Sleep mode may be one of three computer power saving modes Standby Hibernation or power off To enter Sleep mode under ACPI e Press the Sl
5. 37 Hibernation mode 38 39 Standby mode 37 38 printer connecting 47 troubleshooting 93 problems 91 audio 92 CD ROM 93 display 91 92 keyboard 93 printer 93 serial mouse 93 75 109 startup 91 PS 2 mouse connecting 46 PS 2 Y bridge cable connecting 51 Q questions multiple PS 2 devices 93 setting location for modem use 94 S security keylock 26 passwords 26 serial mouse connecting 46 serial port setting in BIOS Utility 84 service when to call xxi simultaneous display 43 Sleep Manager 66 software bundled 65 speakers hotkey 14 troubleshooting 92 Standby mode 37 38 entering 37 resuming from 38 signals 38 status indicator 7 status indicators 7 storage 18 floppy drive 18 hard disk 18 support information xviii T time setting in BIOS Utility 82 touchpad 16 hotkey 14 using 16 17 travel international flights 62 local trips 61 110 U Vv Universal Serial Bus 21 volume USB adjusting 25 connecting 50 USB See Universal Serial Bus W utility warranty BIOS Setup 79 88 International Traveler s Warranty Notebook Manager 71 78 xviii Sleep Manager 66 Windows keys 11
6. IDE hard disk Please consult your dealer if you need to upgrade your hard disk This chapter gives you tips and hints on things to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer 57 Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories 1 2 3 4 5 Save your work in progress Shut down the operating system Turn off the computer Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer 58 4 Moving with your 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 Standby mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building To bring the computer out of Standby mode open the display What to bring to short meetings A fully charged battery runs the computer for 2 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 co
7. PS 2 keyboard mouse keypad Oca a 4 Serial port Serial devices e g serial mouse 5 Parallel port Parallel devices e g parallel printer 6 External monitor Display monitor up to 1024x768 port resolution 64K colors Universal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus USB port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect and daisy chain USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources 21 Right ports Connects to 1 PC Card slot 16 bit PC Cards and 32 bit CardBus PC Cards ZV support 2 L Modem jack Phone line only for models with an internal fax modem PC card slot There is one type I I or one type HNI CardBus PC card slot found on the right panel of the computer This slot accepts credit card sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer PC cards formerly 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 Common type III cards are 1 8 inch ATA drives and cellular modems CardBus improves on the 16 bit PC card technology by expanding the data path to 32 bits ZV zoomed video port support allows your computer to support hardware MPEG in the form of a ZV PC card Note Refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions 22 Inserting a card 1 Gett
8. Press any key or tap on the touchpad to resume 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 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 contrast and or brightness level might be too low Press Fn and Fn J to adjust the contrast level only for models with HPA LCDs Press Fn lt and Fn to adjust the brightness level e The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hot key Fn F6 to toggle the display back to the computer 92 6 Troubleshooting Image is not full screen Make sure the resolution is set to 800x600 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 from the compute
9. a security notch and a two level password scheme Security notch A security notch located on the rear panel of the computer lets you connect a Kensington compatible key based computer security lock 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 Passwords A two level password scheme protects your computer from unauthorized access When set no one can access the computer without entering the correct password There are two types of passwords you can set e Supervisor Password secures your computer against unauthorized entry to and use of the BIOS Utility e User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use See BIOS Utility on page 79 for details Important Do not forget your password If you forget your password you need to contact your dealer 26 Setting a password You can set the password using e Notebook Manager go to page 75 e BIOS Utility go to page 86 1 Getting familiar with your computer 27 28 1 Getting familiar with your computer 2 Operating The computer operates on AC or battery power This chapter contains the information you need to know to operate the computer on battery power It also includes information on how your computer manages and saves power 31 power 2 Operating on battery po
10. children xxi e Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if at all possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these steps 1 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Use a soft cloth moistened with water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Contact your dealer or see your service technician 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 xxii This 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 This chapter gives an in depth tour of the computer s many features Features This computer was designed with the user in mind Here are just a few of its many features Performance e Intel Celeron processor with 128 KB level 2 cache e 64 bit 128 bit main memory e Large LCD display and PCI video with 128 bit graphics acceleration e Internal CD ROM drive e Built in FDD module e High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e NiMH battery pack e Power management system with hibernation power saving modes Multimedia 16 bit high fidelity stereo audio with 3 D sound and wavetable synthesizer e Built
11. mode 3 Media Lights when the floppy drive hard disk or CD Y Activity ROM drive is active 4 Battery Lights when the battery is being charged Charge 3 A Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated 6 T Num Lock Lights when Numeric Lock is activated Fn F11 8 1 Getting familiar with your computer Keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys with 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 Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock Fn When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric mode F11 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 See External keyboard on page 44 Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down when Fn F12 you press or 4 respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications 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 Number keys on Type numbers in a
12. 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 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 1x Important safety instructions 10 11 12 Read these instructions carefully Save these instructions for future reference 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 unstab
13. IOS Utility Navigating the BIOS Utility System Information Basic System Configuration Startup Configuration Onboard Device Configuration System Security Setting a password Changing a password Removing a password Password icons Load Default Settings 6 Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions Error messages Troubleshooting tips Using PC Doctor Online services Before you call A Specifications Index 78 79 79 80 81 82 84 85 86 87 87 87 88 89 91 95 97 97 98 98 101 107 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 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 1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna 2 Increase the separation between the device and receiver 3 Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different fro
14. M drive Hard disk The hard disk can be upgraded when you need more storage space Consult your dealer for details Floppy drive The ultra slim internal floppy drive reads and writes on standard 3 5 inch diskettes Ejecting a floppy disk Press the floppy disk eject button to eject a floppy disk from the floppy drive CD ROM drive A high speed CD ROM drive gives you portable multimedia access 18 1 Getting familiar with your computer Ejecting the CD ROM tray To eject the CD ROM drive tray when the computer is turned on press the CD ROM eject button Z gt AON y Note When power is off you can eject the CD ROM drive tray using the emergency eject hole see page 93 19 Ports Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC Note See Chapter 3 on how to connect external devices to the computer Front ports The front panel contains ports for external audio connections 1 _ Speaker out jack Speakers or headphones O 2 gt Audio line in Audio line in device with a 3 5mm minijack zs jack e g audio CD player stereo walkman 3 Microphone in 3 5mm minijack condenser microphone 7 jack 20 1 Getting familiar with your computer Rear ports 1 DC in jack AC adapter and power outlet ee 2 en USB port USB devices e g USB mouse 3 PS 2 port PS 2 compatible devices e g
15. On Password 4 Click in the Confirm Password textbox and retype the password 5 Click on OK to accept the setting Note To change a password follow the same steps used to set a password To remove a password follow the same steps used to set a password but leave both fields blank Setting the Setup Password To set the Setup Password follow these steps 1 Click on the Change Setup Password button to display the following dialog box 2 Click on the Enable Setup Password checkbox 3 Click in the New Password textbox and type in up to seven alphanumeric characters A Z a z 0 9 which you want to be your Setup Password 4 Click in the Confirm Password textbox and retype the password 5 Click on OK to accept the setting Note To change a password follow the same steps used to set a password To remove a password follow the same steps used to set a password but leave both fields blank 77 Power Management Power Management is used to set various settings related to power management Cn a pier Erin Power Management Click on the Advanced button to access the advanced Power Management Properties options Siete atin Antes Fire aeaa Sobel rset i4 heej de Cetin p ami Bites P Am epen aii 7 Peepy ba career ef ppe ra af apade Pons he ater che ee il g ea oor saree aig pepr fee praam basar m wp cece ee hp a me aa eae a Rr OR mr r The Advanced option
16. The central location on the palm rest provides optimum comfort and support a Note When you connect an external PS 2 mouse the computer automatically disables the internal 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 and right 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 Execute Click twice Tap twice at the same speed as quickly double clicking the mouse button Select Click once Tap once 16 1 Getting familiar with your computer Drag Click and Tap twice at the same speed as hold then double clicking the mouse button use finger to and hold finger to the touchpad on drag the the second tap to drag the cursor cursor on the touchpad Access Click once context menu 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 too hard will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness 17 Storage This computer supplies you with all in one media storage e High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e Standard ultra slim internal 3 5 inch floppy drive e High speed ultra slim CD RO
17. TravelMate 505 series User s guide al 4 Copyright 1999 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate 505 Series Notebook Computer User s Guide Part No 49 43F01 041 Original Issue October 1999 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 Notebook Computer Model Number 1901 Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Purchase FCC notice FCC modem notice Important safety instructions Laser compliance statemen
18. able the internal touchpad by pressing Fn F7 External PS 2 mouse The built in touchpad works alternately with an external PS 2 mouse which is hot pluggable To use a PS 2 compatible mouse simply plug it into the PS 2 port External serial mouse If you use a serial mouse plug it into the serial port To enable the serial mouse use the Add New Hardware tool in the Windows Control Panel 47 Printer This computer supports both serial and parallel printers For a serial printer plug the printer cable into the serial port For a parallel printer plug the printer cable into the parallel port See your printer manual for operating instructions Note If the printer does not function enter Setup and verify that the parallel port is enabled See Onboard Device Configuration on page 84 for assistance 48 3 Peripherals and options Audio devices Audio devices are easy to connect with the audio ports accessible from the front of the computer You can plug an external microphone into the microphone in jack or an audio line in device into the audio line in jack Amplified speakers or headphones connect to the speaker headphone out jack 49 b PC cards The computer has one CardBus PC card slot that can accommodate one type I I or one type III PC card Please consult your dealer for PC card options available that you can purchase for your computer 50 3 Peripherals and options USB devices The compute
19. 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 Setup Utility see BIOS Utility on page 79 97 Troubleshooting tips The TravelMate 505 series notebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems In addition this series of notebook computers ship with PC Doctor a powerful diagnostic tool that helps you determine hardware configuration and clarify hardware or software problems e Ifthe system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages on page 95 e Ifyou suspect the system has a problem run PC Doctor to diagnose it See the following section Using PC Doctor Before running the program take note of the following actions you may need to take 1 Disconnect any external devices PC card external mouse etc 2 Open System Properties to make sure that the components you diagnose are enabled To open the properties window for the system click on Start Settings Control Panel then double click on System 3 Close all application programs i e fax or communication programs if you plan to diagnose the modem To run PC Doctor simply double click on the PC Doctor icon located on the Windows desktop You can also access PC Doctor by clicking on Start Programs PC Doctor then click on the PC Doctor p
20. ake 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 122 F 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 objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer Never place the computer on uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter Do not connect the adapter to any other device Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from all potential 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 ways to 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
21. aler or an authorized service center Insert system diskette and press lt Enter gt key to reboot Insert a system bootable diskette in the floppy drive A then press Enter to reboot Keyboard Error or No Keyboard Connected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Memory Size Mismatch Press F2 during POST to enter the Setup Utility then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the computer 96 6 Troubleshooting Missing operating system Non system disk or disk error Replace and strike any key when ready Follow these steps 1 Press F2 during POST to enter the Setup Utility 2 Exit the Setup Utility saving the changes Insert a system bootable diskette in the floppy drive A then press Enter to reboot Pointing Device Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Pointing Device Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Protected Mode Test Fail Contact your dealer or an authorized service center RAM BIOS Bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center RAM Parity Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Real Time Clock Error Press F2 during POST to reconfigure the computer Video RAM BIOS Bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center If you still encounter problems
22. approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 15 feet 4 6 meters xi Laser compliance statement The CD ROM drive in this computer is a laser product The CD ROM drive s clas sification label shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPO SURE 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 GE FFNET NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN PRODUCTO L SER DE LA CLASE I ADVERTENCIA RADIACI N L SER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS ADVARSEL LASERSTR LING VED BNING SE IKKE IND I STR LEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERS TEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTR LNING N R DENNA DEL R PPNAD L TUI JOTA S TEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STR LEN VARNING LASERSTR LNING NAR DENNA DEL R PPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STR LEN ADVARSEL LASERSTR LING NAR DEKSEL PNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STR LEN xii Battery statement The following statement refers to the internal lithium ion battery that powers the computer s clock CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries ac cording to the manufacturer s instructions ADVARSEL Lithiumba
23. arged about 400 times when used as directed Excessive recharging decreases battery life e Take care of your battery pack and AC adapter See Care and maintenance on page xx of the preface 35 Battery low warning You never have to worry about battery power as long as you are using the AC adapter However when you operate the computer on battery power pay extra attention to the power indicator on the display panel The following signal indicates a battery low condition e The power indicator flashes at regular intervals until battery power is depleted Warning Connect the AC adapter to the computer as soon as possible Data is lost when computer power is cut off during Standby mode The following table shows the recommended course of action to take when you encounter a battery low condition AC adapter and power 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer outlet available 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Power off the computer if you wish to recharge the battery rapidly An extra fully charged 1 Save all necessary files battery pack available 2 Exit the application 3 Power off the computer 4 Replace the battery pack 5 Power on the computer and resume work AC adapter or power 1 Save all necessary files outlet not available 2 Exit the application Ww Power off the computer or 1 Save all necessary files 2 Enter Sleep mode press Fn F4 36 2 Operating on battery power
24. ating 79 Onboard Devices Configuration menu 84 Startup Configuration menu 82 System Security menu 85 boot order setting in Notebook Manager 74 brightness hotkeys 14 setting in Notebook Manager 78 107 C caps lock 9 on indicator 7 care AC adapter xx battery pack xx computer xx CD ROM ejecting 19 ejecting manually 93 troubleshooting 93 charging checking level 33 modes 32 cleaning computer xxi computer bringing to meetings 58 caring for xx cleaning xxi connecting xvi disconnecting 57 features 3 information 72 moving around 58 onindicator 7 security 26 setting up ahome office 60 taking home 59 traveling internationally 62 traveling on local trips 61 turning on xvi connections AC adapter xvi audio 48 computer xvi file transfer cable 52 keyboard external 44 keypad external 45 monitor 43 mouse 46 mouse PS 2 46 mouse serial 46 printer 47 PS 2 Y bridge cable 51 USB 50 contrast hotkeys 14 setting in Notebook Manager 78 CPU 80 D date setting in BIOS Utility 82 diskette ejecting 18 diskette drive 18 display 5 auto dim feature 37 hotkeys 13 opening and closing 5 performance 5 power management 5 37 setting boot device in BIOS Utility 82 setting boot device in Notebook Man ager 78 setting in Notebook Manager 78 simultaneous 5 switching device in Notebook Manag er 78 troubleshooting 91 92 E error messages 95 F FAQ See frequently asked questions file transfer ca
25. attery meter indicates the present battery level Simply rest your cursor on the battery meter or AC plug icon on the taskbar to see the present charge level of your battery Optimizing battery life This section helps you get the most out of battery operation Optimizing battery life prolongs the charge recharge cycle and improves recharge efficiency Follow these suggestions to optimize and maximize battery power e Purchase an extra battery pack e Use Sleep Manager to reserve hard disk space for the Hibernation function See Sleep Manager on page 66 e Use the AC adapter whenever possible so that the battery is reserved for on the go computing e Keep the battery pack in the computer powered by the AC adapter The constant trickle charge maintains the battery level to eliminate the battery self discharge effect The charge in use function also charges the battery pack e Disable the parallel and serial ports if no devices are connected to these ports You can do this through the Setup Utility See Onboard Device Configuration on page 84 e Eject the PC card from the card slot when it is not in use since the PC card draws extra power See Ejecting a card on page 22 e Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended storage temperature for battery packs ranges from 10 to 30 degrees Celsius The higher the storage temperature the faster the battery pack self discharges e The batteries can be rech
26. ble connecting 52 floppy disk ejecting 18 floppy drive 18 frequently asked questions 91 H hard disk 18 power management 37 upgrading 54 help Internet home page xix online manual xviii technical support xviii Hibernation mode 38 39 conditions 38 entering 38 hotkey 13 108 resuming from 38 utility 66 hotkeys 13 I indicator lights 7 ITW See warranty K keyboard 9 connecting externally 44 embedded numeric keypad 10 hotkeys 13 lock keys 9 troubleshooting 93 Windows keys 11 keypad connecting externally 45 L LEDs 7 M media access onindicator 7 mediabay 18 memory installing 53 54 upgrading 53 messages error 95 microphone troubleshooting 92 modem 23 monitor connecting 43 mouse connecting externally 46 troubleshooting 93 N Notebook Manager 71 78 Boot Sequence 74 Display Device 78 hotkey 13 Information Viewer 72 Password 75 starting 71 num lock 9 onindicator 8 numeric keypad embedded 10 o options cables 51 hard disk upgrade 54 memory upgrade 53 PC cards 49 spare AC adapter 51 spare battery 51 P palm rest 15 parallel port setting in BIOS Utility 84 password 26 changing in BIOS Utility 87 removing in BIOS Utility 87 setting in BIOS Utility 86 setting in Notebook Manager 76 types 26 PC Card ejecting 23 inserting 23 PC card 22 ports 20 rear 21 right 22 power turningon xvi Power management 36 power management modes display standby mode 37 hard disk standby mode
27. ble between the parallel ports of the two computers and use your file transfer utility to perform the transfer 53 Key component upgrades 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 The notebook computer comes with either 32 MB or 64 MB onboard system memory with one DIMM socket for upgrade use It supports 32 64 128 MB 64 bit 128 bit Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SDRAM soDIMMs Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules 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 screws from the memory door then lift up and remove the memory door 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot then gently press down until it clicks into place 54 3 Peripherals and options 4 Replace the memory door and secure it with the screws The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size Hard disk upgrade It is possible to upgrade your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space The computer uses a 9 5mm 2 5 inch Enhanced
28. 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 60 4 Moving with your computer Setting up a 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 61 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 Be sure 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 packs 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 guid
29. charged when it is 99 95 charged To preserve the life of the battery the system only lets you charge the battery when its capacity falls below 95 However it is recommended that you bring an extra battery and let the battery in the system use up its power before charging it 95 Error messages 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 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 in the floppy drive A then press Enter to reboot Diskette Drive Controller Error or No Controller Present Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Diskette Drive Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Diskette Drive Type Mismatch Press F2 during POST to enter the Setup Utility then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the computer Equipment Configuration Error Press F2 during POST to enter the Setup Utility then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the computer Hard Disk 0 Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Hard Disk 0 Extended Type Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center T O Parity Error Contact your de
30. eep hotkey Fn F4 e Allow the idle times for devices and the computer determined by Windows 98 to elapse 37 How to exit Sleep mode depends upon which power saving mode the computer is in Display standby mode Screen activity is determined by the keyboard the built in touchpad and an external PS 2 pointing device If these devices are idle for the period specified by the LCD backlight Timeout value the display shuts off until you press a key or move the touchpad or external mouse Automatic dim feature The computer has a unique automatic dim power saving feature When the computer is using AC power and you disconnect the AC adapter from the computer it automatically dims the LCD backlight to save power If you reconnect AC power to the computer it automatically adjusts the LCD backlight to a brighter level Hard disk standby mode The hard disk enters standby mode when there are no disk read write operations within the period of time determined by the power management system In this state the power supplied to the hard disk is reduced to a minimum The hard disk returns to normal once the computer accesses it Standby mode The computer consumes very low power in Standby mode Data remains intact in the system memory until the battery is drained There are four ways to enter Standby mode e Pressing the Sleep hotkey Fn F4 e Ifthe waiting time specified by the Standby Timeout value or the operating system elapses wit
31. elines to protect your computer while traveling e Always take the computer as carry on luggage e If possible have the computer inspected by hand The computer can safely pass through security X ray machines but never expose the computer to a metal detector e Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors 62 4 Moving with your computer 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 What to bring with you Bring the following items with you e AC adapter e Power cords that are appropriate to the country to which you are traveling e Spare fully charged battery packs e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer e Proof of purchase in case you need to show it to customs officials e 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 e 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 e g power rating Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer e Ifyou are using the modem check if the modem and connector is co
32. er XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX System with CD ROM Attached System BIOS Version V3 0R01 A3C VGA BIOS Version V3 0R01 A3C Serial Number PXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXKKX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX T4 Move highlight bar Change setting F1 Help The table below describes the parameters in this screen CPU Describes the type of CPU installed in the system Floppy Disk Drive Shows the floppy disk drive type 1 44MB 3 5 inch Hard Disk MB Sets the hard disk type HDD Serial Shows the hard disk drive serial number Number System with Shows the high capacity disc drive installed System BIOS Shows the system BIOS version Version VGA BIOS Shows the video graphics accelerator BIOS version Version Serial Number Shows the serial number of the system 81 Asset Tag Number Shows the asset tag number Product Name Shows the official name of the product Manufacturer Shows the name of the manufacturer Name UUID Shows the universally unique identifier number Basic System Configuration The Basic System Configuration screen contains parameters involving basic computer settings like date and time Basic System Configuration Page 1 1 Date Time Mon Aug 28 1998 12 00 00 NL Move highlight bar gt Change setting F1 He
33. face are the default and suggested parameter settings Setup Password When set this password protects the BIOS Utility from unauthorized entry Options None or Present Power on Password When set this password protects the computer from unauthorized entry during boot up or resume from Hibernation mode Options None or Present Hard Disk Password When set this password prevents the internal hard disk from unauthorized access It consists of 8 alphanumeric characters Options None or Present Note Don t forget your password if you forget your password you may have to return your notebook computer to your dealer to reset it Setting a password Follow these steps 86 T 5 Software Use the and J keys to highlight a password parameter Setup Power on or Hard Disk and press the Enter key The password box appears oo Type a password The password may consist of up to eight alphanumeric characters A Z a z 0 9 Important Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen Press Enter The retype password box appears oo Retype the password to verify your first entry and press Enter After setting the password the computer automatically sets the chosen password parameter to Present Press Esc to return to the main menu Press Esc The following dialog box appears Settings have been changed Do you wan
34. for the first time fully recharge the battery then disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before recharging again Perform this action twice to condition the battery pack 2 Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC in port on the computer s rear panel and the other end to a properly grounded power outlet 3 Slide the display cover latch to the left to open the display Slide the power switch towards the rear of the computer then release it to turn on the power xvii The POST power on self test routine then executes and Windows begins loading Note To turn off the power slide and hold the power switch for more than four seconds If you are using Windows 98 we recommend that you use the Shut Down command to turn off the computer If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again wait at least two seconds before powering up xviii Getting help and support This user s guide provides clear and concise information about the computer so read it thoroughly To provide you with help when traveling the computer also has a comprehensive online help Accessing online help Follow these steps to access the online documentation 1 Press the Windows logo button or click on the Start button 2 Select Programs 3 Click on TravelMate Online The online help is easy to navigate with hypertext and hypergraphics Clear illustrations help describe notebook operation as well Support information
35. gain to create the file One other factor that causes the error is when disk compression utilities are used Sleep Manager can work with most compression software However Sleep Manager can only create the space on a host drive A host drive stores original file information and cannot be compressed The free space on the host drive is usually 70 5 Software very small so the compression software needs to be run again to enlarge the size of the host uncompressed drive for Sleep Manager Remove If you want to use or take back the reserved space click on the Remove button This will disable the Hibernation feature Instead the computer will only be able to enter Standby mode Minimize Minimize Sleep Manager by selecting the Minimize button If the Enable indicator in the taskbar box is checked Sleep Manager will switch to the background by locating itself on the taskbar You can pop up Sleep Manager again by double clicking on this icon Exit Exit Sleep Manager by selecting the Exit button Sleep Manager will quit and disable the capability of auto adjusting the reserved space size Exiting Sleep Manager is NOT recommended Caution Do not deactivate remove or exit or uninstall Sleep Manager Do not remove or delete the Hibernation file Hibernation will not work without Sleep Manager and the Hibernation file 71 Notebook Manager The computer has a built in system setup program called Notebook Manager The Windows ba
36. h contains the current state of the computer e checking if the Hibernation file is valid e saving and loading the contents of the Hibernation file when entering into and resuming from Hibernation mode The Hibernation file resides in a contiguous area on your hard disk Sleep Manager can automatically create recover and reallocate space for the Hibernation file If the system memory size changes or the Hibernation file on the hard disk is corrupted Sleep Manager reallocates the hard disk space for you automatically Accessing the Sleep Manager There are two ways to bring up the Sleep Manager e On the taskbar The computer automatically loads Sleep Manager every time you start Windows Sleep Manager resides in the background and the Sleep Manager status icon appears on the taskbar Double click on the Sleep Manager status icon Da if enabled to bring up the main Sleep Manager program 67 The Sleep Manager icon may or may not appear on the taskbar A checkbox in the Sleep Manager main screen determines whether to enable or disable the icon on the taskbar This icon shows the current status of the Hibernation feature The icon changes to tell you if the feature is valid or not Resting your cursor on the icon also shows the status e Start menu 1 Click on the Start button 2 Select Programs 3 Select Sleep Manager 4 Select the Sleep Manager program Sleep Manager displays the screen below Buttons Click t
37. hotkey Fn F4 e Ifthe waiting time specified by the Hibernation Timeout value elapses without any system activity e Invoked by the operating system power saving modes Note If the computer beeps but does not enter Hibernation mode after pressing the Hibernation hotkey it means the operating system will not allow the computer to enter the power saving mode To exit Hibernation mode press the power switch The computer also resumes from Hibernation mode if the Resume Timer is set and matched 39 Warning Do not change any devices such as add memory when the computer is in Hibernation mode 40 2 Operating on battery power Your computer offers excellent expansion capabilities with its built in ports and connectors This chapter describes how to connect peripherals and hardware options that help you use your computer with ease When connecting peripherals read the manual included with the peripheral for operating instructions You can purchase most of these and other options directly from Acer This chapter also includes sections on how to upgrade key components Key component upgradeability helps keep your computer in step with the latest technology 43 External monitor To show graphical effects on a larger display connect an external monitor to the CRT port Read the monitor manual for additional instructions Note If an external monitor is not connected closing the display cover puts the computer in
38. hout any system activity e Closing the display cover e When the computer is about to enter Hibernation mode e g during a battery low condition but the Hibernation file is invalid or not present Note If the computer does not enter Standby mode after pressing the Sleep hotkey it means the operating system will not allow the computer to enter the power saving mode 38 2 Operating on battery power The following signals indicate that the computer is in Standby mode e The buzzer beeps when the hotkey is pressed to enter into Standby mode e The Standby indicator lights Warning Unstored data is lost when you turn off the computer power in Standby mode or when the battery is drained To leave Standby mode and return to normal mode e Press any key e Have the Resume Timer set and let it be matched e Open the display cover e Experience an incoming PC card modem event Hibernation mode In Hibernation mode all power shuts off the computer does not consume any power The computer saves all system information onto the hard disk before it enters Hibernation mode Once you turn on the power the computer restores this information and resumes right where you left off before entering Hibernation mode Before the computer can enter Hibernation mode the Hibernation file created by Sleep Manager must be present and valid See Sleep Manager on page 66 Then there are three ways to enter Hibernation mode e Pressing the Sleep
39. in dual speakers e Ultra slim high speed CD ROM drive Connectivity e High speed fax data software modem port e USB Universal Serial Bus port Human centric design and ergonomics All in one design CD ROM FDD HDD e Sleek smooth and stylish design e Full sized keyboard e Wide and curved palm rest e Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device Expansion e CardBus PC card formerly PCMCIA slot type H I or type II with ZV 1 Getting familiar with your computer zoomed video port support Upgradeable memory and hard disk Display The large graphics display offers excellent viewing display quality and desktop performance graphics The computer supports two different display configurations High Performance Addressing HPA or Thin Film Transistor TFT Video performance PCI video with 128 bit graphics acceleration and 2 MB video memory boost video performance Simultaneous display The computer s large display and multimedia capabilities are great for giving presentations If you prefer you can also connect an external monitor when giving presentations This computer supports simultaneous LCD and CRT display Simultaneous display allows you to control the presentation from your computer and at the same time face your audience You can also connect other output display devices such as LCD projection panels for large audience presentations Power management The power management system inco
40. ing familiar with your computer 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 card Before ejecting a PC card e Exit the application using the card 7 Y Vy Y 4 f y 9 YA Ky Oy N 7 0 y J Yl NY Xx 4 LV My Y NS j 4 4 Ny e Left click on the PC card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation Press the slot eject button once to pop it out then press it again to eject the PC card Fax data modem The computer has a built in fax data modem available in select countries Caution This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem 23 To use the fax data modem port connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack 24 1 Getting familiar with your computer Audio The standard computer configuration includes 16 bit high fidelity stereo audio with further enhancements that include 3D sound for true audio immersion Front dual speakers direct sound towards you to further enhance sound output Use the volume control knob to adjust the volume level Turn the knob to the right to increase the volume turn it to the left to decrease the volume 25 Securing your computer Security features include hardware and software locks
41. is equipment has been approved to Council Division 98 482 EC CTR 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 XV This manual describes features of the TravelMate 505 series notebook computers The TravelMate series of computers incorporate such features as CardBus 16 bit stereo audio internal pointing device Universal Serial Bus and all in one media storage This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day to day operation of your TravelMate notebook computer Use the Just for Starters instructions that came with your computer to get your computer running for the first time You should also take advantage of the online help files that are available with almost all of the programs shipped with your computer We hope you enjoy your TravelMate computer With proper care your computer will provide you with years of productive service xvi Connecting the computer Connecting the computer is as easy as 1 2 3 1 Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment then slide the battery compartment cover in place Note When using a battery pack
42. is utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run it Please also refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshooting when a problem arises To activate the BIOS Utility press F2 during POST while the TravelMate logo is being displayed BIOS Utility System Information Basic System Settings Startup Configuration Onboard Device Configuration System Security Loading Default Settings TL Move highlight bar J Select Esc Exit Navigating the BIOS Utility There are six menu options System Information Basic System Settings Startup Configuration Onboard Device Configuration System Security and Load Default Settings To enter a menu highlight the item using the TJ keys then press Enter Within a menu navigate through the BIOS Utility by following these instructions e Press the cursor up down keys TL to move between parameters e Press the cursor left right keys lt to change the value of a parameter e Press Ese while you are in any of the menu options to return to the main menu Note You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets 80 5 Software Note Navigation keys for a particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen System Information The System Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information System Information Page 1 1 Celeron 400 Mhz 1 44 MB 3 5 inch 4645 MB HDD Serial Numb
43. isplay toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both the display screen and external monitor Fn F6 eS Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return 13 Fn F7 FF Touchpad on off Turns the internal touchpad on and off When you connect an external PS 2 mouse the computer automatically disables the touchpad Fn F8 EID Speaker on off Turns the speakers on and off mutes the sound Fn Contrast up Increases the screen contrast available only for models with HPA displays Fn 4 Q Contrast down Decreases the screen contrast available only for models with HPA displays Fn gt 6 Brightness up Increases the screen brightness e ry fa Fn Brightness Decreases the screen brightness one down Activating hotkeys When activating hotkeys press and hold the first key Fn before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination 1 Getting familiar with your computer 14 Keyboard ergonomics Located below the keyboard the wide and curved palm rest is ergonomically designed to provide you with a very comfortable place to rest your hands while you type 15 Touchpad p 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
44. le 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 product 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 exp
45. lp The table below describes the parameters in the screen Date Sets the system date Format DDD MMM DD YYYY day of the week month day year Time Sets the system time Format HH MM SS hour minute second 82 5 Software Startup Configuration The Startup Configuration screen contains parameters that are related to computer startup Startup Configuration Page 1 1 Boot Display Screen Expansion Hotkey Beep AUTO Enabled Enabled Fast Botnet Enabled Boot Drive Sequence Ist 2nd 3rd Floppy Disk CD ROM Hard Disk TJ Move highlight bar Change setting F1 Help The table below describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings Boot Display Sets the display on boot up When set to Auto the computer automatically determines the display device If an external display device e g monitor is connected it becomes the boot display otherwise the computer LCD is the boot display When set to Both the computer outputs to both the computer LCD and an external display device if one is connected Options Auto or Both Screen When set to enabled the screen will automatically adjust the display Expansion to fit the screen when the resolution is set 640 X 480 Options Enabled or Disabled Hotkey Beep When enabled the computer gives off a beep when a hotkey ke
46. m information You can also choose Advanced gt gt to manually set the space settings and size The advanced screen shown below appears 69 Sleep Manager automatically checks the system configuration and displays the recommended size The drive where the space will be created is defined by the system and will be the first available logical drive which has the requested contiguous free disk space on it The recommended size is the minimum size needed to save the current system status If the program cannot find the required space on the hard disk during the space creation process it shows a message box to inform the user Not enough space for allocation This is an error message that may appear when Sleep Manager is creating the Hibernation file There are several different reasons that may cause this error One reason is that the size of the free disk space on your hard disk is less than the required size For example if the onboard memory is 32MB and the video memory is 2MB the total free disk space required will be around 34MB If the total free disk space is less than this the user has to free up space on his hard disk Another possible reason is that the hard disk has enough free space but this free space exists as small fragments The free disk space that Sleep Manager requires needs to be contiguous To solve this problem use tools such as Disk Defragmenter Windows to compact these free disk spaces Then run Sleep Manager a
47. m that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice shield 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 conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Remarque a I 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 FCC modem notice This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules Located on the bottom side of
48. mpatible with the telecom system of the country you are traveling in This chapter discusses the important system utilities bundled with your computer 65 5 Software System software The computer comes preloaded with the following software e Windows operating system e DMI Desktop Management Interface compliant hardware BIOS utility e System utilities drivers and application software Note To access Windows software applications click on the Start button and select the application folder Then click on the application icon to run the selected application To learn about the software and utility make use of the online help provided by the software 66 5 Software Sleep Manager Most notebook computers feature built in power saving functions This computer has two power management modes Standby and Hibernation While Standby puts your computer into a light sleep state Hibernation shuts off all power after saving the current state of your computer The next time you slide the power switch the computer resumes from where you left off Sleep Manager allows your computer to perform these power saving functions Note See Power management on page 36 to understand how your computer saves and manages power Sleep Manager is a utility that works with your computer s BIOS and Windows APM Advanced Power Management to manage the Hibernation operation This includes e creating the Hibernation file whic
49. mputer 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 standby mode Press Fn F3 or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer Then tap any key or open the display to resume 59 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 1 Remove all media from the drives Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head 2 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 could 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 manual 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
50. normal embedded keypad manner Cursor control keys on Hold Shift while using cursor Hold Fn while using embedded keypad control keys cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letterson Type the letters ina embedded keypad normal manner Note If an external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer the numlock feature automatically shifts from the internal keyboard to the external keyboard or keypad 10 1 Getting familiar with your computer Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Windows logo key Start button Combinations with this key perform special functions Below are a few examples aA Tab Activates next Taskbar button 3A E Explores My Computer 49 F Finds Document 9 M Minimizes All Shift 49 M Undoes Minimize All 4 R Displays Run dialog box Application key Opens the application s context menu same as right click Fn Application key The Euro symbol If your keyboard is in any of the following languages United States International United Kingdom French German Italian Spanish Portuguese 11 Danish Swiss German Swiss French Czech Belgian Norwegian Hungarian Turkish Swedish or Finnish you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard Note Important for US keyboard users The keyboard type is set when you first set up Windows For the Euro symbol to work the keyboard type has to be set
51. o access the Sleep Manager functions Current Setting Displays the drive and size of the current reserved space created by Sleep Manager 68 5 Software On Board Displays the different areas of system memory and their respective Information sizes These system resources need to be stored before the computer can enter Hibernation mode so that the computer can resume successfully These resources include On Board Memory DRAM or dynamic memory Video RAM VRAM or video memory SMRAM static memory and Others Recommended Displays the minimum size of the contiguous space you need for Size the Hibernation feature The actual size may be a little bit more due to file system alignment Enableindicatorin When this checkbox is checked the Sleep Manager status appears the taskbar on the taskbar Double click on the Sleep Manager status icon on the taskbar to bring up the main program or simply rest your cursor on the icon to display the current status Sleep Manager functions Create Sleep Manager automatically finds a contiguous area on your hard disk and creates the Hibernation file in this space You can also perform this function by clicking on the Create button When you click on the Create button a dialog box pops up Pro OF cao u ree i ce Cee el pl cert acter a esr Lert sere Select OK to automatically create the Hibernation file Sleep Manager displays the recommend size based on onboard syste
52. oes not work Check the following e Make sure that the serial cable is plugged securely into the serial port e During POST press F2 to access the Setup Utility Go to the Onboard Device Configuration screen and verify that the serial port is enabled see Onboard Device Configuration on page 83 for details I prefer using an external keyboard and mouse but both have PS 2 connectors and there is only one PS 2 port on the computer To connect two PS 2 type devices to the computer you need to use a PS 2 Y bridge connector see PS 2 Y bridge cable on page 51 for details The printer does not work Check the following e Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and it is turned on e Make sure the printer cable is connected securely to the computer s parallel port and the corresponding port on the printer e During POST press F2 to access the Setup Utility Go to the Onboard Device 94 6 Troubleshooting Configuration screen and verify that the parallel port is enabled see Onboard Device Configuration on page 83 for details I 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 Open the Windows Control Panel and double click on the Modems icon 2 Click on Dialing Properties and begin setting up your location Refer to the Windows manual Why can t I charge my battery to 100
53. ose 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 Tf liquid has been spilled into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water 13 14 15 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 controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition e 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 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 Refer battery replacement to a qualified serviceman 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 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
54. owing information Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial number Date of purchase 99 100 6 Troubleshooting This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer 103 A Specifications Microprocessor e Intel Celeron processor with 128 KB level 2 cache Memory e 32 MB main memory expandable to 160 MB or 64 MB expandable up to 192 MB e Single 144 pin soDIMM socket SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory e 256 KB Flash ROM BIOS Data storage e One 3 5 inch internal floppy drive e One high capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e One 5 25 inch internal CD ROM drive Display and video 12 1 inch fast response high contrast high color High Performance Addressing HPA LCD or 12 1 inch high color Thin Film Transistor TFT LCD e 800x600 SVGA resolution e Integrated 128 bit PCI graphics accelerator and 2 MB video memory e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display Audio 16 bit stereo audio e 3 dimensional sound with built in wavetable synthesizer e Dual speakers e Sound Blaster Pro and Windows Sound System compatible e Separate audio ports for line out line in and microphone in devices Keyboard and pointing device e 84 85 88 key Windows keyboard e Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device 104 A Specifications T O ports e one type II I or one type II CardBus socket e One RJ 11 phone jack e One DC in jack
55. r Check the following e The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control 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 hotkey also turns the speakers off e The volume level may be too low In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar Click on the icon and adjust the level You can also use the volume control knob on the front panel of the computer to adjust the volume If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer s front panel the internal speakers automatically turn off External microphone or audio line in device does not work Check the following e Make sure the external microphone is connected to the microphone in jack and or the audio line in device is connected to the audio line in jack on the computer s front panel e Ifyou cannot hear playback the speakers may be muted 93 How do I eject the CD ROM tray with the computer turned off There is a mechanical eject button on the CD ROM drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and push to eject the CD ROM tray The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to the PS 2 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 serial mouse d
56. r has a USB Universal Serial Bus port that allows you to connect peripherals without occupying too many resources Common USB devices include the mouse and keyboard Most USB devices also include a built in USB port connector which allows you to daisy chain other USB devices 51 b Miscellaneous options Additional power packs You can order an AC adapter and spare batteries Battery pack It is a good practice to have a spare battery around especially when you travel The NiMH battery coupled with the power management features of your computer supplies you with more power on the go AC adapter The compact AC adapter charges your battery pack and supplies power to your computer You can order a spare AC adapter so you do not need to carry it from the office to your home or destination Cables PS 2 Y bridge cable The PS 2 Y bridge cable allows you to simultaneously connect two PS 2 devices a mouse and a keyboard to your computer Note The keyboard must be connected to the connector marked keyboard and the mouse must be connected to the connector marked mouse 52 3 Peripherals and options Connect the single connector end of the Y bridge cable to the computer s PS 2 port and the double connector ends to the two PS 2 devices J eat File transfer cable Besides using the infrared port you can also transfer files between computers using a file transfer cable Connect the file transfer ca
57. rogram If PC Doctor does not report a system error reinstall the software driver from the Recovery CD for the component you suspect has a problem If you still have problems you can access our online and Internet technical support services Please see the following section for details 98 6 Troubleshooting Online services There are three ways to access Acer for technical support and information Internet service worldwide visit www acer com Online service 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 clicking on Start Settings Control Panel then double click on System 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 1 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 2 If you are able to run the PC Doctor diagnostic tests locate the log file by selecting Windows Test Log in the PC Doctor menu bar 3 Ifyou haven t registered your notebook computer you will be required to register during your first call to Acer You are required to provide the foll
58. rporates an automatic LCD dim feature that automatically dims the LCD when the computer is powered by a battery pack to conserve battery power See Power management on page 36 for more information on power management features Opening and closing the display To open the display slide the display cover latch to the left and lift up the cover Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position The computer employs a microswitch that turns off the display and enters standby mode to conserve power when you close the display cover and turns it back on when you open the display cover Note If an external monitor is connected the computer turns off the display but does not enter standby mode when you close the display cover To close the display cover fold it down gently until the display cover latch clicks into place 1 Getting familiar with your computer Caution To avoid damaging the display do not slam it when you close it Also do not place any object on top of the computer when the display is closed Indicators The computer has six easy to read status indicators LEDs under the display screen 6e89 The Power and Standby indicators are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the status of the computer while the cover is closed 1 X Power Lights when the computer is on An Blinks when a battery low condition occurs 2 Z Standby Lights when the computer enters Standby Z
59. rs in this screen are for advanced users only You do not need to change the values in this screen because these values are already optimized 84 5 Software The table below describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings Serial Port Enables or disables the serial port Options Enabled or Disabled Base Address Sets the I O address of the serial port Options 3F8h 2F8h 3E8h or 2E8h IRQ Sets the interrupt request of the serial port Options 4 or 11 Parallel Port Enables or disables the parallel port Options Enabled or Disabled Base Address Sets the I O address of the parallel port Options 378h 278h or 3BCh IRQ Sets the interrupt request of the parallel port Options 7 or 5 Operation Sets the operation mode of the parallel port Mode Options ECP EPP Bidirectional or Standard ECP DMA Sets a DMA channel for the printer to operate in ECP mode This Channel parameter is enabled only if Operation Mode is set to ECP Options 1 or 3 85 System Security The System Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use System Security Page 1 1 Setup Password Power on Password None Hard Disk Password None TL Move highlight bar gt Change setting F1 Help The table below describes the parameters in this screen Settings in bold
60. s in Power Management Properties enable you to assign a function to the Lid switch power button and sleep hotkey Fn F4 The options available for the Lid switch are No Action Standby Hibernate and Shutdown while the options available for the hotkey and power button are Standby Hibernate and Shutdown 78 5 Software Display Device Display Device is used to control various settings related to the display device s such as the display brightness contrast levels The items in this screen include e Boot Display Device Sets the default display device on boot up e Switching display device Sets the current display device Note Make sure an external monitor is connected before External monitor is selected e Brightness for LCD Panel Click and drag to set the LCD screen brightness and contrast levels Note TFT active matrix LCDs have fixed and optimized contrast levels Click on the radio button of the desired item then click on Apply to activate the setting To modify the brightness and or contrast levels click and hold the slider control and move to the right to increase or move to the left to decrease the setting You can also click on the item and use the cursor keys to set the desired level 79 BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS basic input ouput system Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run th
61. s screen allows you to use Drag and Drop to Change the Order to set the boot sequence of your computer Options include e Floppy Drive The computer searches for a bootable diskette in the floppy drive If no bootable diskette is found the computer boots from the hard disk e CD ROM DVD ROM Drive The computer searches for a bootable CD ROM in the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive and boots from there If no bootable CD is present the computer boots from the hard disk e IDE Hard Drive The computer boots directly from the hard drive Make your selection and click on Apply to activate the setting 75 Password Password is used to set modify or delete the password s for your computer ar Depay Pe oe T ary i EE There are two passwords used in the system e Power On Password The Power On Password prevents unauthorized access to the computer during system startup and at resume from Standby Hibernation modes or an elapsed system resume timer e Setup Password The Setup Password prevents unauthorized access to the computer s BIOS Utility Setting the Power On Password To set the Power On Password follow these steps 1 Click on the Change Power On Password button The following dialog box displays 2 Click on the Enable Power On Password checkbox 76 5 Software 3 Click in the New Password textbox and type in up to seven alphanumeric characters A Z a z 0 9 which you want to be your Power
62. sed Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords the startup sequence of the drives and power management settings It also shows current hardware configurations Note Certain hotkey functions are disabled when you access Notebook Manager because those functions are also found in the Notebook Manager 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 Note Changes made to most settings in the Notebook Manager take effect the next time the computer restarts If you make changes in the Power Management and Display Device screens these changes take effect immediately Notebook Manager consists of six sections e Information Viewer e POST e Boot Sequence e Password e Power Management Option displayed on the Windows 98 ACPI setup screen e Display Device To select a section click on the tab of the section you want to view 72 5 Software Information viewer Information Viewer summarizes and lists information about the specifications and settings of the different components of your computer date ee Pot coe Stetson Fiind Pee trae Cig Creve Veet uliran Hora ote hook The page hoe ea ha be ee ee Manager Pose toe Emabied Hosea Coste Caha Cold Ct A L Cah Cota Pi EB ziii Note Items in this table may differ slightly from those on the screen
63. t Battery statement Year 2000 compliance statement Modem notice Connecting the computer Getting help and support Accessing online help Support information Care and maintenance Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing 1 Getting familiar with your computer Features Display Indicators Keyboard Special keys Lock keys Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys The Euro symbol Hotkeys Keyboard ergonomics Touchpad Touchpad basics Storage Hard disk Floppy drive CD ROM drive Ports Front ports Rear ports Universal Serial Bus Right ports PC card slot Fax data modem vii viii ix xi xii xiii xiv xvi xviii xviii xviii XX XX XX XX xxi xxii WO O r w 11 11 13 15 16 16 18 18 18 18 20 20 21 21 22 22 23 Contents Audio Securing your computer Security notch Passwords 2 Operating on battery power Battery pack Battery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Charging modes Checking the battery level Using the Windows battery meter Optimizing battery life Battery low warning Power management Advanced Configuration and Power Interface Power management modes Sleep mode ACPI Display standby mode Hard disk standby mode Standby mode Hibernation mode 3 Peripherals and options External monitor Using simultaneous display Enabling simultaneous display External keyboard Ex
64. t down The user then has to reboot the system to try to type the correct password again 88 5 Software Load Default Settings When you select this menu item the following dialog box displays Do you want to load default settings Yes No To load factory default settings for all the parameters select Yes and press Enter Otherwise select No and press Enter 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 assistance 91 6 Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions This is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer and it gives easy answers and solutions to these questions I slid the power switch and opened the display but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the Power indicator e Tfitis 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 the AC adapter is plugged in properly to the computer and to the power outlet e If itis lit check the following e Ifthe Standby indicator is lit the computer is in Standby mode
65. t to save CMOS settings Yes No Select Yes and press Enter to save the password and exit the BIOS Utility Changing a password To change a password follow the same steps used to set a password Removing a password To remove a password use the T and J keys to highlight a password parameter and press the Enter key as the first character 87 Password icons Below are the password icons and their descriptions Power on Password icon Bi When set to present prompts the user to input the correct password for the system to continue It is shown after the TravelMate logo Hard Disk Password icon g When set to present prompts the user to input the correct password for the hard disk to operate It is shown after the Power on Password Icon Password character icon When typing the characters of the password the screen displays this icon for each character instead of the actual password character Wrong password icon If the wrong password is entered this icon will be displayed beside the wrong password Successful password entry icon ce If the password is correctly entered this icon will be displayed beside the correctly entered password Password failure icon Un The system allows the user 3 chances to type the correct password After the password has been incorrectly entered 3 times this icon will be displayed together with a short message stating system shu
66. ternal keypad External pointing device External PS 2 mouse External serial mouse Printer Audio devices PC cards USB devices Miscellaneous options Additional power packs Battery pack AC adapter Cables PS 2 Y bridge cable 25 26 26 26 29 31 31 32 32 32 33 33 33 34 36 36 36 36 37 37 37 38 41 43 43 43 44 45 46 46 46 47 48 49 50 51 51 51 51 51 51 File transfer cable Key component upgrades Memory upgrade Installing memory Hard disk upgrade 4 Moving with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations 5 Software System software Sleep Manager Accessing the Sleep Manager Sleep Manager functions Create Remove Minimize Exit Notebook Manager Information viewer POST Boot Sequence Password Setting the Power On Password Setting the Setup Password Power Management 52 53 53 53 54 55 57 58 58 58 58 59 59 59 59 60 6l 6l 6l 6l 62 62 62 62 63 65 66 66 68 68 70 70 70 71 72 73 74 75 75 76 77 Vi Display Device B
67. to Standby mode Using simultaneous display Your computer takes advantage of Windows 98 multi display capability allowing you to use your computer for presentation purposes So whatever is displayed in your computer will likewise be displayed on the other output display To use simultaneous display you can choose to connect other output display devices to the computer through the CRT port Enabling simultaneous display To enable and set simultaneous display options follow these steps 1 2 3 4 5 6 Click on Start Program then Notebook Manager Click on Notebook Manager Click on the Display Device tab Click on Both under the Boot Display Device Click on Both under the Switching Display Device Click on OK 44 3 Peripherals and options External keyboard This computer has a keyboard with full sized keys and an embedded keypad If you feel more comfortable using a desktop keyboard you can install a PS 2 compatible external keyboard To connect an external keyboard plug the external keyboard into the PS 2 connector 45 External keypad You can also use a 17 key numeric keypad for number sensitive data entry applications To connect the keypad plug the keypad connector into the PS 2 port 46 3 Peripherals and options External pointing device This computer accepts either a PS 2 compatible or serial mouse or similar pointing device Note When using an external mouse you may choose to dis
68. to United States International To verify the keyboard type 1 Click on Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double click on Keyboard 3 Click on the Language tab 4 Verify that the keyboard type used for En English United States is set to United States International 5 If not select and click on Properties then select United States International and click on OK 6 Click on OK To type the Euro symbol 1 Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard 2 Open a text editor or word processor 3 Hold Alt Gr and press the Euro symbol Note The Alt Gr is only used together with the Euro symbol Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography faq faq12 htm for more information 12 Hotkeys 1 Getting familiar with your computer The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen contrast and brightness volume output and the BIOS setup utility Fn F1 Hotkey help Displays a list of the hotkeys and their functions Fn F2 Setup Accesses the notebook configuration utility See Notebook Manager on page Th Fn F3 Power Scheme Toggle Switches between the different Power Management schemes Fn F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode which can be defined via the advanced section of the Power Management Properties in the Windows Control Panel Fn F5 Ol D
69. tteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig h ndtering Udskiftning ma kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type L ver det brugte batteri tilbage til lev erand 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 VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Anvand samma batterityp eller en ekviva lent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera anv nt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion VAROITUS P risto voi r j ht jos se on virheellisesti asennettu Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin H vit k ytetty paristo valmistajan ohjei den mukaisesti VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgem en Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ Entsorgung ge brauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers xiii Year 2000 compliance statement The TravelMate 505 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 Year 2000 Compliant For more details check the Acer Year 2000 Resource Center at www acer com tw service y2k index htm xiv Modem notice Th
70. w 0 C 32 F or above 60 C 140 F This may adversely affect the battery pack Installing and removing the battery pack Important Before removing the battery pack make sure that you have an AC adapter connected to the computer otherwise turn off the computer 33 To install a battery pack slide it into the battery compartment then latch the battery compartment cover Reverse the procedure to remove the battery pack Charging the battery To charge the battery slide the battery pack into the battery bay and plug the AC adapter into the computer and an electrical outlet Charging modes The adapter has three charging modes e Rapid mode The computer uses rapid charging when power is turned off and a powered AC adapter is connected to it In rapid mode a fully depleted battery gets fully charged in approximately two hours e Charge in use mode When the computer is in use with the AC adapter plugged in the computer also charges the battery pack if installed This mode will take longer to fully charge a battery than rapid mode In charge in use mode a fully depleted battery gets fully charged in approximately 4 hours Note We suggest that you charge the battery pack before retiring for the day letting it charge overnight before traveling This ensures a fully charged battery for use the next day 34 2 Operating on battery power Checking the battery level Using the Windows battery meter The Windows b
71. wer 32 2 Operating on battery power Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics e Employs current battery technology standards e Battery low warning When the battery charge level becomes low the status indicator of the computer flashes at regular intervals This tells you that the battery power is critically low and you should save your work You can correct this situation by recharging the battery pack Whenever possible use the AC adapter The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Using a battery pack for the first time When using a battery pack for the first time follow these steps 1 Connect the AC adapter to a power source and to the computer and fully recharge the battery 2 Disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before recharging again You only need to do this once or twice with a new battery or with a battery that s been stored without being used for a long time If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks we suggest you remove the battery pack Battery power from a fully charged battery pack depletes in roughly a day with the computer in Standby mode a month in Hibernation mode or when power is off Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures belo
72. y combination is pressed See Hotkeys on page 12 for details on hotkeys Options Enabled or Disabled Fast Boot Allows you to define your system s booting process whether to skip some POST routines or proceed with the normal booting process Options Enabled or Disabled 83 Boot Drive Allows you to set the sequence wherein the computer will boot 1st Sequence 2nd and so on Below are possible boot devices Boot from Enables boot up from the CD ROM drive if selected as the first CD ROM option The computer attempts to boot from the CD ROM drive looks for a bootable CD ROM before following the boot sequence specified in the Boot Drive Sequence Floppy Enables boot up from the floppy disk drive if selected as the first option The computer attempts to boot from the floppy disk drive look for a bootable floppy before following the boot sequence specified in the Boot Drive Sequence Hard Disk Enables boot up from the hard disk drive Onboard Device Configuration The Onboard Device Configuration screen contains parameter settings for your hardware connection devices Onboard Device Configuration Page 1 1 Serial Port Enabled Base Address SF8h IRQ 4 Parallel Port Enabled Base Addr 378h IRQ 7 Operation Mode ECP DMA Channel ECP i T4 Move highlight bar Change setting F1 Help Caution The paramete

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