Acer TravelMate 430 User Manual

TravelMate 430 seriesUser’s guide

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

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 TravelMate4English4 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer.5 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device whichfunctions like a c

5EnglishNote: The positions of the Optical drive indicator, eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on the optical drive module ins

1 Getting to know your TravelMate6EnglishRight view # Item Description1 USB port Connects to Universal Serial Bus devices (e.g.,USB mouse, USB came

7EnglishRear view9 Memory stick slot Accepts memory sticks.10 SD/MMC slot Accepts SD or MMC cards.# Item Description1 Expansion port I/O replicator or

1 Getting to know your TravelMate8EnglishBottom view# Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery release latch U

9EnglishFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:Performance• Intel® Desktop P4P CPU with packing mPGA 478 package• PC2100 DDR

1 Getting to know your TravelMate10EnglishConnectivity• High-speed fax/data modem port• Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port• 3 USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus)

11EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has seven easy-to-read status icons below the display screen.Icon Function DescriptionPower Lights green when the comp

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 TravelMate12EnglishUsing the keyboardThe full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Wi

13EnglishEmbedded numeric keypadThe embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on t

1 Getting to know your TravelMate14EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows logo k

15EnglishHot keysThe computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output.To

1 Getting to know your TravelMate16EnglishFn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) an

17EnglishThe 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 TravelMate18English5Click on OK.To type the Euro symbol:1 Locate the Euro symbol on your keyboard.2 Open a text editor or word

19EnglishE-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

1 Getting to know your TravelMate20EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cur

21Englishpressing on the vertical and horizontal scroll bars of Windows applications.Note: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Al

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•

23EnglishUsing softwarePlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD-ROM drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer

1 Getting to know your TravelMate24EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 18-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio, and includes a built-in sensitive mic

25EnglishUsing the Audio DJ featureThe Audio DJ feature allows you to control the playback of music CDs even with the computer turned off. To playba

1 Getting to know your TravelMate26English5 You can now press the music playback buttons to begin music playback.Adjust the volume by using the volum

27EnglishMoving 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 TravelMate28English1 Click on Start, Turn off Computer (Windows XP).2 Hold "Shift" 3 Click on Hibernation (Windows X

29English• 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.

1 Getting to know your TravelMate30EnglishIf you use your computer at home for significant periods of time, you might also want to add an external ke

31EnglishWhat to bring with youBring the following items with you:• AC adapter• Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are trav

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

1 Getting to know your TravelMate32EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to p

33Englishon boot-up and resume from hibernation for maximum security.• Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your

1 Getting to know your TravelMate34English

2 Customizing my computer

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

37EnglishExpanding through optionsYour TravelMate offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect per

2 Customizing my computer38EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based (10/1

39Englishup precious system resources. Your computer has three USB 2.0 ports available.IEEE 1394 portThe computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to

2 Customizing my computer40EnglishPC Cards (formerly PCMCIA) are add-on cards for portable computers, giving you expansion possibilities long afforde

41English3 Press the slot eject button to pop out the eject button (a); then press it again to eject the card (b). Upgrade optionsYour computer delive

vEnglish• 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 sho

2 Customizing my computer42EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected)

43EnglishUsing system utilitiesNotebook ManagerThe computer has a built-in system setup program called Notebook Manager. The Windows-based Notebook Ma

2 Customizing my computer44EnglishLaunch ManagerLaunch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard. See “Launch Keys”

45EnglishTo activate the BIOS Utility, press F2 during the POST (power-on self-test) while the TravelMate logo is being displayed.Move the cusor key t

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3 Troubleshooting my computer

This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more se

49EnglishFrequently-asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy answers and so

3 Troubleshooting my computer50Englishonly). If you set the resolution lower than this, the screen expands to fill the computer display.Right-click

51EnglishI want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the power. I cannot eject the optical drive tray.There is a mechanical eject button

viEnglish3 Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.4 To clean the display screen, use an LCD cleaning kit.If any

3 Troubleshooting my computer52EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Traveler’s

53EnglishBefore you callPlease have the following information available when you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you

3 Troubleshooting my computer54English

Appendix A Specifications

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.

57EnglishMicroprocessor• Intel® Desktop P4P CPU with packing mPGA 478 package, 533 MHz FSB (front side bus)• Main memory expandable to 2 GB, dual 200-

Appendix A Specifications58English• Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device with 4-way scroll buttonI/O ports• One type II CardBus PC Card slo

59EnglishSystem• ACPI support• DMI 2.0-compliant• Microsoft Windows operating systemPower• Battery pack• 70Wh Li-Ion battery pack• 3~3.5-hour rapid ch

Appendix A Specifications60English

Appendix B Notices

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

This appendix lists the general notices of your computer.

63EnglishFCC 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 Notices64EnglishNotice: Canadian usersThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

65English1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid c

Appendix B Notices66Englishf If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.12 Replace the battery with the s

67Englishsame or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at all possib

Appendix B Notices68EnglishA-Tick noticeFor safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label. This includes customer

69EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for vAcerMedia drive 22audio 24adjusting the volume 24troubleshooting 50Bbattery packcaring for vcha

70EnglishMmedia accesson indicator 11memoryinstalling 42–??upgrading 41modem 37Nnetwork 38Notebook Manager 43hotkey 15noticeDVD c

71EnglishWwarrantyInternational Traveler’s Warran-ty 52Windows keys 14

viiiBIOS Utility 443 Troubleshooting my computer 47Frequently-asked questions 49Requesting service 52International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) 52Before

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1 Getting to know your TravelMate