Acer TravelMate 740 Series Manuale utente

TravelMate 740 series

User’s guide

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TravelMate 740 series User’s guide

Original Issue: July 2001

TravelMate 740 series Notebook computer

Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other company's

product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to

their respective companies.

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First things first

We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of

notebook computers your choice for your mobile computing needs.

We hope you will be happy with your TravelMate as much as we

enjoyed making it for you.

Your guides

To help you use your TravelMate, we have designed a set of guides:

First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get

started with setting up your computer.

This User’s guide introduces you to the many ways your

computer can help you be more productive. This guide

provides clear and concise information about the computer,

so read it thoroughly.

If you ever need to print out a copy, this User’s guide is also

available in PDF (Portable Document Format). Follow these

steps:

1Click on Start, Programs, TravelMate.

2Click on TravelMate User’s guide.

Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader

installed. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your

computer, clicking on TravelMate User’s guide will run the

Acrobat Reader setup program first. Follow the

instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For

instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader, access

the Help menu.

A handy Hot key pocket reference card is useful for quick

glances at functional key combinations.

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For more information about our products, services, and support

information, please visit our Web site (global.acer.com).

Basic care and tips for using your computer

Turning your computer on and off

To turn on the computer, simply slide and then release the power

switch on the left side of your TravelMate. See “Left view”on page 4

for the location of the power switch.

To turn the power off, do any of the following:

•Use the Windows Shut Down... command

Click on Start, Shut Down..., and select Shut down; then click on

OK.

•Use the power switch

Note: You can also use the power switch to perform power

management functions. See “Power management”on page 23.

•Use the customized functions for power management

You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover,

or by pressing the sleep hot key (Fn-F4). See “Power

management”on page 23.

An Online guide is your helping hand on-the-go, with easy

to access, detailed and linked information about your

computer.

To access the online guide:

1Click on Start, Programs, TravelMate.

2Click on TravelMate Online guide.

Lastly, there may be a Read me first sheet along with

other documents included with your package which

contain important reminders and updates. So, please read

through it.

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Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and

hold the power switch for more than four seconds to shut down

the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on

again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.

Taking care of your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

•Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it

near sources of heat, such as a radiator.

•Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0[C (32[F) or

above 50[C (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.

•Do not slam the computer display when you close it.

•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 personal

traffic.

•When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself

but pull on the plug.

•The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not

exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension

cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into

a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.

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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 children.

•Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if

at all possible.

Cleaning and servicing

When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:

1Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.

2Disconnect the AC adapter.

3Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or

aerosol cleaners.

4To clean the display screen, use an LCD cleaning kit.

If any of the following occurs:

•The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.

•Liquid has been spilled into the product.

•The computer does not operate normally.

Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 43.

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Contents

First things first iii

Your guides iii

Basic care and tips for using your computer iv

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1

A TravelMate tour 3

Front view 3

Left view 4

Right view 5

Rear view 6

Bottom view 8

Features 9

Indicators 11

Using the keyboard 12

Special keys 12

Touchpad 18

Touchpad basics 18

Storage 20

Hard disk 20

AcerMedia drive 20

Using software 21

Audio 22

Adjusting the volume 22

Power management 23

Moving around with your TravelMate 24

Disconnecting from the desktop 24

Moving around 24

Taking the computer home 25

Traveling with the computer 27

Traveling internationally with the computer 27

Securing your computer 29

Using the fingerprint recognition sensor 29

Using a computer security lock 30

Using passwords 30

2 Customizing my computer 33

Expanding through options 35

Connectivity options 35

Upgrade options 39

Using system utilities 41

Notebook Manager 41

BIOS Utility 41

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3 Troubleshooting my computer 43

Frequently-asked questions 45

Troubleshooting tips 49

Error messages 50

Requesting service 52

International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) 52

Before you call 52

Appendix A Specifications 55

Appendix B Notices 61

Index 69

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1 Getting to know your

TravelMate

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Your TravelMate computer combines high-

performance, versatility, power management

features and multimedia capabilities with a

unique style and ergonomic design. Work

with unmatched productivity and reliability

with your new power computing partner.

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