Acer TravelMate 800 User Manual

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Your TravelMate computer combines high-performance, versatility, power management features and multimedia capabilities with a unique style and ergonom

3EnglishA TravelMate tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new TravelMate

1 Getting to know your TravelMate4English5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer.6 Keyboard Inputs data into you

5EnglishFront view # Item Description1 Speaker Outputs sound.2 Bluetooth button Starts (optional) Bluetooth functionality.3 Bluetooth indicator

1 Getting to know your TravelMate6EnglishLeft view# Item Description1 Four (4) USB 2.0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g., USB mouse

7EnglishRight view Note: The positions of the AcerMedia indicator, eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on the optical drive mod

1 Getting to know your TravelMate8EnglishRear view# Item Description1 Modem jack Connects to a phone line.2 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/1

9EnglishBottom view# Item Description1AcerMedia bay release latchUnlatches the AcerMedia drive for removing the optical drive. 2 AcerMedia bay Houses

1 Getting to know your TravelMate10English8 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 9Memory compartmentHouses the c

11EnglishFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:Performance• Intel® Pentium® M Processor with 1024 KB level 2 cache featurin

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such cha

1 Getting to know your TravelMate12EnglishConnectivity• High-speed fax/data modem port• Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port• Fast infrared wireless communica

13EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has three easy-to-read status indicators below the display screen, and two on the front of the computer.The Battery an

1 Getting to know your TravelMate14EnglishUsing the keyboardThe full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Wi

15EnglishEmbedded numeric keypadThe embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on th

1 Getting to know your TravelMate16EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key DescriptionWindows log

17EnglishHot keysThe computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output and

1 Getting to know your TravelMate18EnglishFn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) an

19EnglishThe Euro symbolIf your keyboard layout is set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a European layo

1 Getting to know your TravelMate20English4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-I

21EnglishE-Mail DetectionClick right button at the Launch Manager icon on the taskbar and click on E-Mail Detection. In this dialog box, you have the

iiiEnglishFirst things firstWe would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of notebook computers your choice for your mobile computing ne

1 Getting to know your TravelMate22EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the curs

23English• Use the 4-way scroll (2) button (top/bottom/left and right) to scroll a page up, down, left or right. This button mimics your cursor pressi

1 Getting to know your TravelMate24EnglishStorageThis computer supplies you with the following media storage:• High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk•

25EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayTo eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button.When

1 Getting to know your TravelMate26English2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds. Note: To change the region code, insert a DVD

27EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio, and includes a built-in sensitive microphone and dual stereo speakers.

1 Getting to know your TravelMate28EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System ac

29EnglishMoving around with your TravelMateThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Discon

1 Getting to know your TravelMate30English- or - you can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn-F4. Then close and latch the display. When you

31English• Check if you have removed all media, diskettes and compact discs, from the drive(s). Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head.

ivEnglishBasic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and offTo turn on the computer, simply press the power button, the button

1 Getting to know your TravelMate32EnglishIf you use your computer at home for significant periods of time, you might also want to add an external ke

33EnglishWhat to bring with youBring the following items with you:• AC adapter• Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are trav

1 Getting to know your TravelMate34EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to pr

35English• PlatinumSecure enhances the secure logon procedure for your Windows at the operating system level. It provides user authentication through

1 Getting to know your TravelMate36EnglishRegistering your Smart CardImportant! Your Acer notebook is equipped with a Smart Card security feature tha

37EnglishPlatinumSecure OptionsClick on the PlatinumSecure Options button to open the Smart Card Options window. It provides great flexibility to meet

1 Getting to know your TravelMate38English• System Lock OptionWhen Lock system when the Smart Card is not in use (default) is selected, if the Smart

39English• In Windows Explorer, right-click on a selected folder, file, or group of files. Running PlatinumKeyPlatinumKey provides one-click logon to

1 Getting to know your TravelMate40English4 If PlatinumKey is being used for the very first time, it will ask "Would you like to link to 360 Deg

41English• Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk. Even if the hard disk is removed from the comput

vEnglish• 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 co

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After learning the basics of your TravelMate computer, let’s get acquainted with the advanced features of your computer. In this chapter, you will lea

45EnglishExpanding through optionsYour TravelMate offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect per

2 Customizing my computer46EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based (10/1

47EnglishUniversal Serial BusThe Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect and daisy-chain USB periph

2 Customizing my computer48EnglishIEEE 1394 portThe computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported devices like a vid

49EnglishInserting a PC CardInsert the card into the slot and make the proper connections (e.g., network cable), if necessary. See your card manual fo

2 Customizing my computer50EnglishPort expansion devicesTwo types of expansion devices are available for your computer:• I/O replicator - adds serial

51English2 Remove the screws from the memory cover (a); then lift up and remove the memory cover (b). 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the s

viEnglish2 Disconnect the AC adapter.3 Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.4 To clean the display screen, use

2 Customizing my computer52EnglishSwapping AcerMedia drive modulesNote: The hard disk drive module is not hot-swappable. You have to turn off your co

53EnglishUsing system utilitiesNotebook ManagerThe computer has a built-in system setup program called Notebook Manager. The Windows-based Notebook Ma

2 Customizing my computer54EnglishLaunch ManagerLaunch Manager allows you to set the five launch keys located above the keyboard. See “Touchpad” on p

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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 seri

57EnglishFrequently-asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy answers and sol

3 Troubleshooting my computer58EnglishImage is not full-screen.The computer display has a native resolution of 1024 x 768 (XGA) for the 14.1” and 140

59EnglishThe keyboard does not respond.Try attaching an external keyboard to the USB 2.0 connector on the left of the computer. If it works, contact y

3 Troubleshooting my computer60EnglishTroubleshooting tipsThis notebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message

61EnglishError messagesIf you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective action. The following table lists the error messages

ContentsFirst things first iiiYour guides iiiBasic care and tips for using your computer iv1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1A TravelMate tour 3Front

3 Troubleshooting my computer62EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Traveler’s

63EnglishYou are required to provide the following information:Name:________________________________________Address:__________________________________

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Appendix A SpecificationsTM800-e.book Page 65 Monday, February 17, 2003 4:07 PM

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67EnglishMicroprocessor• Intel® Pentium® M Processor with 1024 KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ technologyMemory• Main me

Appendix A Specifications68EnglishKeyboard and pointing device• 84-/85-/88-key Windows keyboard• Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with

69EnglishSystem• ACPI support• DMI 2.0-compliant• Microsoft® Windows® operating systemPower• Battery pack• 65 wh Li-Ion battery pack• 1.5-hour rapid c

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Appendix B NoticesTM800-e.book Page 71 Monday, February 17, 2003 4:07 PM

viiiEnglishBIOS Utility 543 Troubleshooting my computer 55Frequently-asked questions 57Troubleshooting tips 60Error messages 61Requesting service 62In

This appendix lists the general notices of your computer.TM800-e.book Page 72 Monday, February 17, 2003 4:07 PM

73EnglishFCC noticeThis 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.

Appendix B Notices74EnglishNotice: Canadian usersThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

75EnglishImportant safety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.1 Follow all warnings and instru

Appendix B Notices76Englishcontrols may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to nor

77EnglishLithium battery statementCAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recomme

Appendix B Notices78EnglishApparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098, and 4,907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses only.

79EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for vAcerMedia drive 24audio 27adjusting the volume 27troubleshooting 58Bbattery packcaring for vBIO

80Englishinstalling 50– 51upgrading 50messageserror 61modem 45Nnetwork 46Notebook Manager 53hotkey 17noticeDVD copyright protec

81EnglishWwarrantyInternational Traveler’s Warran-ty 62Windows keys 16TM800-e.book Page 81 Monday, February 17, 2003 4:07 PM

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