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TM100-e.book Page ii Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM Copyright © 2001. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. TravelMate 100 series User’s guide Original Issue: January 2002 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.
TM100-e.book Page iii Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM iii 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.
TM100-e.book Page iv Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM iv 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: 1 Click on Start, Programs, TravelMate. 2 Click on TravelMate Online guide. Lastly, there may be a Read me first sheet included with your package which contains important reminders and updates. So, please read through it.
TM100-e.book Page v Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM v 2 Connect one end of the AC adapter to the power jack on the computer’s rear panel and the other end to a properly-grounded power outlet. 3 Push the display cover latch to open the display.
TM100-e.book Page vi Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM vi 4 Slide the power switch towards the rear of the computer (a) then release it (b) to turn on the power. The POST (power-on self-test) routine executes and Windows begins loading. To turn the power off, do any of the following: • Click on Start, Turn off Computer; then click Turn Off. • Use the power switch Note: You can also use the power switch to perform power management functions. See “Power management” on page 30.
TM100-e.book Page vii Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM vii 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 0ºC (32ºF) or above 50ºC (122ºF). • 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.
TM100-e.book Page viii Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM viii • 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. If any of the following occurs: • The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.
First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer iii iii iv 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Using your computer in tablet mode Switching to tablet mode Switching to computer mode Features Indicators Using the keyboard Special keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Storage Hard disk Optical drive Audio Adjusting the volume Power management Moving around with your TravelMate Disconnecting from the desktop Moving a
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TM100-e.book Page 2 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM Your TravelMate computer combines highperformance, 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.
TM100-e.book Page 3 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 3 A TravelMate tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new TravelMate computer. Front view # Item Description 1 Latch Use to latch the LCD screen in both normal mode and tablet mode. 2 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. Touchscreencapable with the aid of the Touchscreencapable stylus.
TM100-e.book Page 4 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 4 1 Getting to know your TravelMate # Item Description 4 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 5 Click buttons (left, center and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons; the center button is a 4-direction scroll button. 6 Microphone Captures sounds and voices into your computer. 7 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g.
TM100-e.book Page 5 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 5 # Item Description 14 Status indicators LEDs (light-emitting diodes) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer and its functions and components. 15 Stylus Use to input data in tablet mode. Left view # Item Description 1 Power switch Turns on the computer power. 2 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw).
TM100-e.book Page 6 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 6 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Right view # Item Description 1 Stylus For data input on the screen in tablet mode. 2 PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot. 3 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II 16-bit PC Card or 32-bit CardBus PC Card. 4 Smart Card eject button Ejects the Smart Card from the slot. 5 Speaker/ Headphone-out jack Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones).
TM100-e.book Page 7 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 7 # Item Description 8 USB port 1 Connects to any Universal Serial Bus device (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 9 USB port 2 Connects to any Universal Serial Bus device (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 10 Smart Card slot Slot for Smart Card interface with pre-boot authentication system. Rear view # Item Description 1 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
TM100-e.book Page 8 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 8 1 Getting to know your TravelMate # Item Description 4 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 5 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter. Bottom view # Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Battery lock/unlock latch Locks and unlocks the battery bay. 3 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack.
TM100-e.book Page 9 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 9 # Item Description 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 6 Hard disk anti-shock protection Protects your hard disk against accidental shock and vibration. 7 Personal identification slot Insert an identification card to personalize your computer.
TM100-e.book Page 10 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 10 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Using your computer in tablet mode Your computer is designed for convenience, ergonomic use, and portability. Running the Windows XP Professional operating system, your TravelMate utilizes a stylus for pen-based input.
TM100-e.book Page 11 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 11 Warning: When switching to tablet mode, make sure that you open the display at an angle between 85° to 95°. Doing otherwise will damage your keyboard when rotating the display screen.
TM100-e.book Page 12 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 12 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 2 Press and release the hinge holding the display screen on both sides. 3 Rotate the display screen 180 degrees clockwise as shown in the illustration. Make sure that the display screen is aligned with the hinges that will hold it in place. Warning: Rotate the display screen clockwise only when switching to the tablet mode. Rotating the display screen counterclockwise might damage it.
TM100-e.book Page 13 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 13 4 Press the hinges on both sides until they click into place (a); then close and latch the display. 5 Remove the stylus from its slot to begin pen-based input. Switching to computer mode To switch back to computer mode, reverse the steps of the “Switching to tablet mode” procedure.
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TM100-e.book Page 15 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 15 • Fast infrared wireless communication • USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports • Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port • IEEE 1394 port • Optional 802.
TM100-e.book Page 16 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Indicators The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons below the display screen. Icon Function Description Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated. Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated. Battery Charge Lights when the battery is being charged. Media Activity Lights when the floppy drive, hard disk or optical drive is active. Sleep Lights when the computer enters Sleep mode.
TM100-e.book Page 17 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 17 The Power and Sleep status icons are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the status of the computer while the cover is closed.
TM100-e.book Page 18 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 18 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and 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. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Num Lock (Fn-F11) When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode.
TM100-e.book Page 19 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 19 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. Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Number keys on embedded keypad Type numbers in a normal manner.
TM100-e.book Page 20 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 20 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows logo key Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below are a few examples: + Tab (Activates next taskbar button) + E (Explores My Computer) + F (Finds Document) + M (Minimizes All) Shift + + M (Undoes Minimize All) + R (Displays the Run...
TM100-e.book Page 21 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 21 Hot key Icon Function Description Fn-F1 Hot Key Help Displays help on hot keys. Fn-F2 Setup Accesses the computer’s configuration utility. Fn-F3 Power Management Scheme Toggle Switches the power management scheme used by the computer (function available if supported by operating system). See the online guide for more information. Fn-F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode. See the online guide for more information.
TM100-e.book Page 22 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 22 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Hot key Icon Function Description Fn-F7 Touchpad Toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Fn-F8 Speaker Toggle Turns the speakers on and off. Fn-↑ Volume up Increases the speaker volume. Fn-↓ Volume down Decreases the speaker volume. Fn-→ Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. Fn-← Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
TM100-e.book Page 23 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 23 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. Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to http://www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. Launch Keys Located at the top of the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys.
TM100-e.book Page 24 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 24 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Launch key Default application P2 User-programmable Mail Email application. The mail button LED will flash when the user has incoming email Web browser Internet browser application Email checking function When you first start up your system, a Mail Checking dialog box will be displayed. In this dialog box, you have the option to launch the program at startup or not, set the time for mail checking, etc.
TM100-e.book Page 25 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 25 Touchpad 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. The central location on the palm rest provides optimum comfort and support. Note: When using an external USB or serial mouse, you can press Fn-F7 to disable the touchpad. .
TM100-e.book Page 26 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 26 1 Getting to know your TravelMate applications.
TM100-e.book Page 27 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 27 Storage This computer supplies you the following media storage: • High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk • High-speed USB or IEEE 1394 optical drive Hard disk The high-capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs. Optical drive The computer comes standard with a USB CD-ROM or an optional IEEE 1394 DVD-ROM.
TM100-e.book Page 28 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 28 1 Getting to know your TravelMate region code a maximum of five times (including the first time), after which the last region code set will remain permanent. Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set. Refer to the table later in this section for DVD movie region code information. 3 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds. Region code Country or region 1 U.S.A.
TM100-e.book Page 29 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 29 Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity PCI stereo audio, and includes a built-in sensitive microphone and stereo speaker. There are audio ports on the right panel of the computer. See “Right view” on page 6 for more information on connecting external audio devices. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. See “Hot keys” on page 20 for more informations on adjusting the speaker volume.
TM100-e.book Page 30 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 30 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 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, 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.
TM100-e.book Page 31 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 31 Moving around with your TravelMate This section gives you tips and hints on things to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save your work in progress. 2 Remove any media, diskette or compact disc, from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the operating system. 4 Turn off the computer. 5 Close the display cover.
TM100-e.book Page 32 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 32 1 Getting to know your TravelMate you can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn-F4. Then close and latch the display. When you are ready to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; then press, slide and release the power switch. Note: If the sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and turned off. If the power indicator is off but the sleep indicator is on, the computer has entered Sleep mode.
TM100-e.book Page 33 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 33 • 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 can damage the screen.
TM100-e.book Page 34 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 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. Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when bringing it into the gate area.
TM100-e.book Page 35 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 35 • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate to the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to customs officials • International Traveler’s Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer.
TM100-e.book Page 36 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 36 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch, Smart Card and passwords. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the rear panel of the computer lets you connect a Kensington-compatible key-based computer security lock.
TM100-e.book Page 37 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 37 XP at the Windows operating system level. It provides user authentication through its encryption/decryption function using the Smart Card. If your Smart Card is unavailable, you can use the Emergency Card as a temporary replacement card.
TM100-e.book Page 38 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 38 1 Getting to know your TravelMate To remove the Smart Card press the Smart Card eject button (a) and remove the Smart Card (b) as shown in the illustration below. For more details consult your Smart Card documentation. Registering your Smart Card Important! Your Acer notebook is equipped with a Smart Card security feature that protects the computer from unauthorized access.
TM100-e.book Page 39 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 39 Open from the pop-up menu (or launch it from the PlatinumSecret program group). From the menu that appears, you can directly access three operations: PlatinumSecure Options, Smart Card Manager, and Change Password. PlatinumSecure Options Click on the PlatinumSecure Options button to open the Smart Card Options window. It provides great flexibility to meet the various privacy protection needs of many different users.
TM100-e.book Page 40 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 40 1 Getting to know your TravelMate disabled, which means that the protection of your PC as well as other options under System Lock Option and Password Option will be disabled, too. The Smart Card password is required for this selection. • System Lock Option When Lock system when the Smart Card is not in use (default) is selected, if the Smart Card is removed, the PlatinumSecure screensaver comes up and access to the system is locked.
TM100-e.book Page 41 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 41 To find the Encrypt/Decrypt commands: • Right-click on the Start menu, • Right-click on a folder or icon on your Windows desktop, or • In Windows Explorer, right-click on a selected folder, file, or group of files. Running PlatinumKey PlatinumKey provides one-click logon to all password-required websites.
TM100-e.book Page 42 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 42 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 2 Double-click on the PlatinumKey icon on your Windows desktop. 3 Enter your Smart Card password and click OK.
TM100-e.book Page 43 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 43 • Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk. Even if the hard disk is removed from the computer and moved to another computer, it cannot be accessed without the Hard Disk Password. Important! Do not forget your Setup and Hard Disk Password! If you forget your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center.
TM100-e.book Page 44 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 44 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Important! You have three chances to enter a password. If you successfully entered the password, you are presented with a correct entry symbol. If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the following message or symbol appears. Slide and hold the power switch for four seconds to shut down the computer. Then turn on the computer again, and try again.
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TM100-e.book Page 46 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM After learning the basics of your TravelMate computer, let’s get acquainted with the advanced features of your computer. In this chapter, you will learn how to add options, upgrade components for better performance, and customize your computer.
TM100-e.book Page 47 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 47 Expanding through options Your TravelMate offers you a complete mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, see your online guide for more details. Fax/data modem Some models have a built-in V.90 56Kbps software modem.
TM100-e.book Page 48 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 48 2 Customizing your computer Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based (10/100 Mbps) network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the network jack on the rear of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network.
TM100-e.book Page 49 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 49 To use FIR, position two IR-aware devices such that their IR ports are no more than one meter apart and offset no more than 15 degrees. When the two computers are in position, simply begin the data transfer as you normally would. See your file transfer software for details.
TM100-e.book Page 50 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 50 2 Customizing your computer Connecting your optical drive Connect the AC adapter and the USB cable to the rear of the optical drive (a). Plug the other end of the USB cable to the computer (b). Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet (c). IEEE 1394 The computer’s fast IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect IEEE 1394 supported devices like a digital video camera. See your video or digital camera’s documentation for details.
TM100-e.book Page 51 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 51 PC Card slots There is a type II CardBus PC Card slot found on the right side of the computer. This slot accepts credit-card-sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These cards should have a PC Card logo on them. PC Cards (formerly PCMCIA) are add-on cards for portable computers, giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs.
TM100-e.book Page 52 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 52 3 2 Customizing your computer Press the slot eject button (a) to pop out the eject button; then press it again (a) to eject the card (b). Upgrade options 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.
TM100-e.book Page 53 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 53 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 screw (a) from the memory cover; then lift up and remove the memory cover (b). 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot (a), then gently press it down (b) until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw.
TM100-e.book Page 54 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 54 2 Customizing your computer Notebook Manager The computer has a built-in system setup program called Notebook Manager. The Windows-based Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords, the startup sequence of the drives, and power management settings. It also shows current hardware configurations. To start the Notebook Manager, press Fn-F2 or follow these steps: 1 Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager.
TM100-e.book Page 55 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 55 Launch Manager and 802.11b Wireless LAN By default, the 802.11b wireless LAN is set to “Always On”. You can manually switch off the 802.11b wireless LAN by pressing the button. Manually turning off 802.11b wireless LAN does not change this default setting which is re-enabled when you restart your computer. You have to use the Launch Manager to set it to “Always Off”, so that when you turn on your computer, 802.11b wireless LAN will be off.
TM100-e.book Page 56 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 56 2 Customizing your computer Read the instructions on how to turn off 802.11b wireless LAN and click on OK. BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (basic input/output system). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it.
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TM100-e.book Page 58 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 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. key link: www.acersupport.
TM100-e.book Page 59 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 59 Frequently-asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy answers and solutions are provided for each one. I pressed the power switch and opened the display, but the computer does not start or boot-up. Look at the Power indicator (refer to “Indicators” on page 16): • • If it is not lit, no power is being applied to the computer.
TM100-e.book Page 60 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 60 3 Troubleshooting your computer Image is not full-screen. Make sure that the resolution is set to 1024x768 which the system supports natively. 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.
TM100-e.book Page 61 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 61 the infrared port is enabled. • Make sure that both devices are IrDA-compliant. 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 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Modems. 3 Click on Dialing Properties and begin setting up your location. Refer to the Windows manual.
TM100-e.book Page 62 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 62 3 Troubleshooting your computer Troubleshooting tips This notebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems. • If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs, see “Error messages” on page 63.
TM100-e.book Page 63 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 63 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. Error Messages Corrective Action CMOS Battery Bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. CMOS Checksum Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.
TM100-e.book Page 64 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 64 3 Troubleshooting your computer Error Messages Corrective Action 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 BIOS Utility; then press Esc to exit and reconfigure the computer.
TM100-e.book Page 65 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 65 Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) 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.
TM100-e.book Page 66 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 66 3 Troubleshooting your computer 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). If you haven’t registered your notebook computer, you will be required to register during your first call to Acer.
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TM100-e.book Page 68 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.
TM100-e.book Page 69 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 69 Microprocessor • Mobile Intel® Pentium® III Processor-M with 512 KB level 2 cache featuring the new Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ technology Memory • Main memory expandable to 256 MB support 64-bit memory bus • Dual 144-pin soDIMM socket supporting PC-133 SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory) • 512 KB Flash ROM BIOS Data storage • One external USB CD-ROM drive • One high-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Display and video • 10.
TM100-e.book Page 70 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 70 Appendix A Specifications I/O ports • Built-in: • One type II/I CardBus PC slot • One Smart Card interface socket • One RJ-11 phone jack • One line-in jack • One RJ-45 LAN jack • One DC-in jack (AC adapter) • One external monitor port • One speaker/headphone-out jack • One FIR wireless communications port (IrDA-compliant) • Two USB ports • One IEEE 1394 port Weight and dimensions • 3.2 lbs (1.40 kg) • 251 (W) x 208 (D) x 25.
TM100-e.book Page 71 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 71 Power • • Battery pack • 24 WattHour Li-Ion main battery pack • Smart battery management technology • 1.5-hour rapid charge/2.
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TM100-e.book Page 74 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM This appendix lists the general notices of your computer.
TM100-e.book Page 75 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 75 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.
TM100-e.book Page 76 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 76 Appendix B Notices Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Modem notices FCC This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules.
TM100-e.book Page 77 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 77 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 3 Do not use this product near water. 4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
TM100-e.book Page 78 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 78 Appendix B Notices f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 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. 13 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.
TM100-e.book Page 79 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 79 same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at all possible. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Léver det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri.
TM100-e.book Page 80 Monday, March 4, 2002 5:17 PM 80 Appendix B Notices Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
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