English 28 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio. The built-in dual stereo speakers are easy to access. There are audio ports on the rear panel of the computer. See “Rear view” on page 6 for more information on external audio devices.
9 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, peripherals connected to the serial 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.
English 30 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Acer light sensor Acer light sensor allows the TravelMate C300 to automatically brighten or darken the display’s backlighting to reduce eyestrain. At the top of the screen, with the status indicators, is the Acer light sensor.
31 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. 6 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter.
English 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, and press and release the power switch. If the power indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and turned off. Press and release the power switch to turn the computer back on. Note that the computer may enter Hibernation mode after a period of time it is in Sleep mode.
33 What to bring with you Unless you already have some items at home, bring the following items with you: • AC adapter and power cord • The printed user’s manual Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work: • Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you.
English 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.
35 “when you are moving from country to country” Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.
English 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 and passwords. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the right panel of the computer lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
37 Type a password. The password may consist of up to eight characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9). 3 Press Enter. Retype the password to verify your first entry and press Enter. 4 After setting the password, the computer automatically sets the chosen password parameter to Present. Removing a password Should you want to remove a password, do the following: 1 Use the cursor up/down keys to highlight a password parameter and press the Enter key. The password box appears.
English 38 1 Getting to know your TravelMate
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 learn how to add options, upgrade components for better performance, and customize your computer.
41 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. Modem Your computer has a built-in V.90/V.92 56Kbps AC’97 Link modem. Warning! This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem. To use the modem, connect a phone cable from the modem jack to a phone line jack.
English 42 2 Customizing my computer Network Your computer has built-in Ethernet / 10/100/1000 t-based Gigabit Ethernet capabilities. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the network jack to an network jack or hub. Consult your network administrator for details. Universal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect and daisy-chain USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources.
43 The Type II CardBus PC Card slot found on the right side of the computer 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. CardBus improves on the 16-bit PC card technology by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits.
English 44 3 2 Customizing my 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.
45 Follow these steps to install memory: 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 from the memory cover (a); then lift up and remove the memory cover (b).
English 46 2 Customizing my computer 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot (1), then gently press it down until it clicks into place (2). 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size.
47 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, All Programs, then Notebook Manager. 2 Select the Notebook Manager application to run the program. Click on Help for more information.
English 48 2 Customizing my computer Launch Manager There are six Launch Keys located above the keyboard. The Wireless button is not programmable. Launch Manager only allows you to set the other five Launch Keys. See “Launch Keys” on page 23 for more information. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.
49 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. To activate the BIOS Utility, press F2 during the POST (power-on selftest) while the TravelMate logo is being displayed.
English 50 2 Customizing my computer
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 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.
53 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: • • • If it is not lit, no power is being applied to the computer. Check the following: • If you are running on battery power, it may be low and unable to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack.
English 54 3 Troubleshooting my computer Image is not full-screen. Make sure that the resolution is set to 1024x768. This is the native resolution of your computer display. 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 that 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.
55 Check the following: • Make sure the diskette is properly inserted in the floppy drive. • Make sure the diskette is formatted. • If the diskette is not the cause of the problem, the floppy drive may be dirty. Clean it using a drive cleaning kit. Follow the instructions included with the kit. The 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 drive, it can read CDs but cannot read DVDs.
English 56 3 Troubleshooting my computer I want to set up my location to use the internal modem. To properly use your communications software, you need to set up your location: 1 Click on Start, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Click on the Dialing Rules tab and begin setting up your location. Refer to Windows Help and Support.
57 International Travelers 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 is in this handy booklet. Read this passport thoroughly.
English 58 3 Troubleshooting my computer You are required to provide the following information: Name:________________________________________ Address:______________________________________ ______________________________________________ Telephone number:____________________________ Machine and model type:_______________________ Serial number:_________________________________ Date of purchase:______________________________
Appendix A Acer soft button
This appendix introduces the Acer soft button , a unique new tool to increase the ease of use of your Tablet PC.
61 Acer soft button is a radial device that manages program icons, system settings/utilities, file folders and network locations. Surrounding the central Acer brand name logo are three levels of functionality (level 1, level 2, and level 3) numbered from inner to outer. You will notice, when the EMR stylus is moved near the Acer soft button, that the Acer brand name fades and is replaced by a number of arrows. • You may drag the Acer soft button wherever you want it on the screen.
Appendix A Acer soft button English 62 • The top arrow (12 o’clock position) vertically flips the display output 180 degrees. This means what was at the top of the screen, will now be at the bottom. Simply press the icon as shown • The left arrow (9 o’clock position) rotates the display output 90 degrees counter-clockwise. This changes the output from landscape to portrait or vice versa.
63 The right arrow (3 o’clock position) rotates the display output 90 degrees clockwise. This changes the output from landscape to portrait or vice versa.
English 64 Appendix A Acer soft button
Appendix B Specifications
This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.
67 • Intel® Pentium® M processor with 1 MB L2 cache Memory • Main memory expandable to 2 GB • Two DDR SDRAM DIMM slots • Supports 256MB, 512MB, 1GB DDR SDRAM modules • 512 KB Flash ROM BIOS; Shadow RAM support Data storage • One high-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk • One 5.25-inch internal DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD dual drive Display and video • 14.
English 68 Appendix B Specifications I/O ports • One Card bus type II card slot • One smart-card slot • One RJ-11 phone jack (V.90/V.92, 56Kbps modem) • One RJ-45 network jack (Gigabit Ethernet) • One DC-in jack (AC adapter) • One external monitor (VGA) port • One S-video TV out port • One 100-pin port replicator connector • One line-out (headphone) jack (3.5mm minijack) • One line-in (microphone) jack (3.5mm minijack) • Two USB 2.
69 • • Battery pack • 8 cell Li-Ion battery pack • 6.5 hours operating time with Battery mark 4.
English 70 Appendix B Specifications
Appendix C Notices
This appendix lists the general notices of your computer.
73 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.
English 74 Appendix C 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.
75 Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. 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.
English 76 Appendix C Notices d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.
77 ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN Lithium battery statement The TravelMate C300 series uses the lithium battery, models BTP-63D1, SBTP-3D1. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering.
English 78 Appendix C 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. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
79 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in an Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation. Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Wireless module is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
English 80 Appendix C Notices This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
81 D A AC adapter caring for v audio 28 troubleshooting 54 B battery pack caring for v charging indicator BIOS utility 49 brightness hotkeys 21 34 English Index traveling on local trips troubleshooting 52 turning off iv 15 C caps lock 17 on indicator 15 care AC adapter v battery pack v computer iv CD troubleshooting 55 CD-ROM ejecting 26 ejecting manually 54 troubleshooting 54 cleaning computer v computer bringing to meetings 32 caring for iv cleaning v disconnecting 31 features 3, 12 indicators 1
English 82 56 on indicator 15 memory installing 45– 46 upgrading 44 modem 41 S N network 42 Notebook Manager 47 hotkey 20 notice DVD copyright protection num lock 17 on indicator 15 numeric keypad embedded 18 num lock 18 78 O online services 57 optical drive 26 options memory upgrade 44 P PC Card 43 ejecting 43 inserting 43 ports 41 POST (power-on self-test) 49 printer troubleshooting 55 problems 53 CD 55 CD-ROM 54 diskette 55 display 53, 54 DVD 55 floppy drive 55 keyboard 55 printer 55 startup 53 t
83 W warranty International Traveler’s Warranty 57 Windows keys 19 English rear 6 right 5
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