Acer TravelMate 2400 Bedienungshandbuch

TravelMate 2400/3210/3220/3230 SeriesUser's Guide

1EnglishA TravelMate tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new TravelMate

2EnglishClosed front view5 Status indicatorsLight-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer's functions and

3EnglishLeft view7 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged.# Icon Item Description1 External display portConnects to a display devi

4EnglishRight viewNote: The position of items 2, 3 and 4 may vary depending on model.Rear view# Icon Item Description1 Optical drive Internal optical

5EnglishBase view3 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).4 Acer ezDock port Connects to the Acer ezDock (TravelMate 3

6EnglishSpecificationsOperating systemMicrosoft® Windows® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2)Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2)Platform

7EnglishDisplay and graphics14.1" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 resolution; 16:10 viewing ratio, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on

8EnglishInput devices84-/85-key Acer FineTouch™ keyboardBuilt-in touchpad with 4-way scroll buttonFour easy-launch buttonsTwo front-access LED-buttons

9EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.Software Acer

10EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-left above the keyboard, and four on the front panel.The power,

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

11EnglishEasy-launch buttonsLocated at the upper-left, above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called Easy-launch buttons. They are: ma

12EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finge

13EnglishNote: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger move

14EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and 12 function keys.Lock k

15EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to acce

16EnglishHotkey Icon Function Description<Fn> + <F1> Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettingsLaunches A

17EnglishSpecial keysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. To type:The Euro

18EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayTo eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button.When

19EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and dual stereo speakers.Adjusting the volumeAdjusting the volume

20EnglishUsing the system utilitiesNote: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.Acer eManagerThe innovative Acer eManager software

iiiDisposal instructionsDo not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the

21EnglishNote: When recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery, detach all peripherals, including your Acer ezDock, to ensure the best result

22English1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Drag and drop each window into the ap

23EnglishNorton AntiVirusNorton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software that finds and repairs infected files, and protects against viruses to keep your c

24EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

25EnglishNo audio is heard from the computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on t

26English• Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the

27EnglishTo start the recovery process:1 Restart the system.2 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to ente

28EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

29EnglishNote: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off. If the power indicator is off but the Sleep

30EnglishWhat to take with youUnless you have some items at home, take the following items with you:• AC adaptor and power cord• The printed User&apos

ivFirst things firstWe would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of notebook computers your choice for meeting your mobile computing ne

31EnglishWhat to take with youTake the following items with you:• AC adaptor• Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s)• Additional printer driver files if

32EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer. In addition, these tips are useful when tra

33English• Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot-up and

34EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

35EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

36EnglishUniversal Serial Bus (USB)The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious

37EnglishPC Card slotThe Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These car

38EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adaptor (if connected) and remove the battery pa

39EnglishEnable disk-to-disk recoveryTo enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the catego

40EnglishNote: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive. Please refer to the online help for more inform

v• Use the power buttonYou can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>. Note

41EnglishAcer eRecoveryAcer eRecovery is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of the current system confi

42EnglishRestore from backupYou can restore backups previously created (as stated in the Create backup section) from hard drive, CD or DVD.1 Boot to W

43English6 Select the desired driver/application and follow the instructions on screen to re-install.At first launch, Acer eRecovery prepares all the

44EnglishEnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs

45EnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for a

46EnglishEnglishRegulations and safety noticesENERGY STAR guidelines complianceAs an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product m

47EnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device

48EnglishEnglishModem noticesNotice for USAThis equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the modem is a label that contains, among

49EnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg

50EnglishEnglish4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated w

vi• 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

51EnglishImportant safety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked

52EnglishEnglishe If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged.f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating

53EnglishADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLENLCD pixel statementThe LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing

54EnglishEnglishEuropean Union (EU)This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below:73/23/EEC Low

55EnglishThe FCC RF safety requirementThe radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio freque

56EnglishEnglish4 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Also any tampering of the inter

57EnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the foll

58EnglishEnglishDeclaration of Conformity for CE MarkingIs in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the followin

59EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for vaudio 19adjusting the volume 19troubleshooting 25Bbattery packcaring for viBIOS utility 38brigh

60EnglishNnetwork 35Notebook Managerhotkey 16num lock 14on indicator 10numeric keypadembedded 14Ppassword 32types 32PC Card 37

Disposal instructions iiiFirst things first ivYour guides ivBasic care and tips for using your computer ivTurning your computer on and off ivTaking ca

Requesting service 27International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 27Before you call 27Taking your notebook PC with you 28Disconnecting from the desktop 28Mo

Playing DVD movies 39Power management 40Acer eRecovery 41Create backup 41Restore from backup 42Create factory default image CD 42Re-install bundled so