Acer TravelMate 2500 User Manual

TravelMate 2000/2500 SeriesUser’s Guide

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 TravelMate4English2 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer, it

5EnglishLeft view # Item Description1 PC Card slots Connects to one Type III or two Type II CardBus PC Card(s).2 Eject buttons Ejects the PC Card

1 Getting to know your TravelMate6EnglishRight view # Item Description1 Speaker Delivers stereo audio output. 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer

7EnglishRear view # Item Description1 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter.2 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel printer

1 Getting to know your TravelMate8EnglishBottom view8 Speaker/Line-Out/Headphone jackConnects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones).

9EnglishFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:Performance• Intel® Pentium® 4 and Intel® Celeron® processors, 2.8 GHz and ab

1 Getting to know your TravelMate10EnglishConnectivity• Integrated 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection• Built-in 56Kbps fax/data modem• Four Univers

11EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has seven easy-to-read status icons below the display screen.Icon Function DescriptionWireless communicationsLights wh

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

1 Getting to know your TravelMate12EnglishIndicators in coverWhen the cover of your computer is closed, 2 easy-to-read icons are shown, indicating wh

13EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys.Sp

1 Getting to know your TravelMate14EnglishEmbedded numeric keypadThe embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated

15EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the same

1 Getting to know your TravelMate16EnglishHot keysThe computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like sc

17EnglishFn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both the display screen and exte

1 Getting to know your TravelMate18EnglishThe Euro symbolIf your keyboard layout is set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you ha

19EnglishLaunch keysLocated at the top of the keyboard are six buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as Wireless, Bluetoo

1 Getting to know your TravelMate20EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. Thi

21Englishbuttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results.• Use the 4-way scroll (2) but

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 TravelMate22EnglishStorageThis computer supplies you with the following media storage:• High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk•

23EnglishPlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer.1 Eject the DVD t

1 Getting to know your TravelMate24EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio. The built-in dual stereo speakers are

25EnglishMoving around with your TravelMateThis section gives you tips and hints on things to consider when moving around or traveling with your compu

1 Getting to know your TravelMate26English- or - you can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn-F4. Then close and latch the display. When you

27EnglishCaution: Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer. Pressure against the top cover can damage the screenWhat to bring with yo

1 Getting to know your TravelMate28EnglishTraveling with the computer“when you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office bu

29EnglishWhat 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 TravelMate30EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to pr

2 Customizing my computer

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

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

33EnglishExpanding through optionsYour TravelMate offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect per

2 Customizing my computer34EnglishNetworkYour computer has built-in Ethernet/Fast Ethernet capabilities. To use the network feature, connect an Ether

35EnglishPC Card slotThere are one Type III or two Type II CardBus PC Card slots found on the left side of the computer. The slots accept credit-card-

2 Customizing my computer36English3 Press the slot eject button (1) to pop out the eject button; then press it again to eject the card (2).Upgrade op

37EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

2 Customizing my computer38EnglishUsing system utilitiesNotebook ManagerThe computer has a built-in system setup program called NotebookManager. The

39EnglishLaunch ManagerThere are six Launch Keys located above the keyboard. The Wireless and Bluetooth buttons are not programmable. Launch Manager o

2 Customizing my computer40English

3 Troubleshooting my computer

vEnglish• Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer.• Do not slam the computer display when you close it.• Never place

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

43EnglishFrequently-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 computer44EnglishImage is not full-screen.Make sure that the resolution is set to 1024x768. This is the native resolution of you

45EnglishThe CD or DVD drive cannot access a disc.Check the following:• Make sure the disc is supported by the drive. If your computer has a CD-ROM dr

3 Troubleshooting my computer46EnglishI want to set up my location to use the internal modem.To properly use your communications software, you need t

47EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) that gives you

3 Troubleshooting my computer48English

Appendix A Specifications

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.

51EnglishMicroprocessor• Intel® Pentium® 4 and Intel® Celeron® processors, 2.8 GHz and aboveMemory• 256/512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable t

viEnglishIf any of the following occurs:• The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.• Liquid has been spilled into the product.• The

Appendix A Specifications52EnglishKeyboard and pointing device• 84/85/88-key Windows keyboard• Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with sc

53EnglishSystem• Microsoft® Windows® XP Home/Pro• ACPI 1.0b support• DMI 2.0-compliantPower• 8-cell Li-ion battery pack• 135W AC adapter 19VOptions• 2

Appendix A Specifications54English

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices

This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.

57EnglishEnglishEnergy Star Guidelines ComplianceAs an Energy Star Partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guideline

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices58EnglishCautionChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user&apos

59EnglishEnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioni

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices60EnglishNotice for New ZealandFor Modem with approval number PTC 211/03/0081 The grant of a Telepermit for

61EnglishEnglishImportant safety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.1 Follow all warnings and instructions

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

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices62Englishd If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust onl

63EnglishEnglishPRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE IADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS.ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices64EnglishGeneralThis product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region

65EnglishEnglishThe FCC RF safety requirementThe radiated output power of Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio fre

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices66EnglishFederal Communications CommissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the

67EnglishEnglishAcer Incorporated8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., HsichihTaipei Hsien 221, Taiwan, R.O.C.Tel : 886-2-2696-1234Fax : 886-2-2696-3535www

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices68English

69IndexAAC adaptercaring for vaudio 24troubleshooting 44Bbattery packcaring for vcharging indicator 11BIOS Utility 39BIOS utility

70mousetroubleshooting 45Nnetwork 34Notebook Manager 38hotkey 16noticeDVD copyright protection 63num lock 13on indicator 11numeri

3 Troubleshooting my computer 41Frequently-asked questions 43Requesting service 47International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) 47 Before you call 47Appendi

1 Getting to know your TravelMate