Acer TravelMate 370 Betriebsanweisung

TravelMate 370 seriesUser’s guide

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

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 TravelMate4English2 Status indicators LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer, its

5EnglishFront view # Item Description1 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer, IR-aware computer). 2 Latch Latch

1 Getting to know your TravelMate6EnglishLeft view# Item Description1 Modem port Connects to a phone line.2 Ethernet port Connects to an Ethernet 10/

7EnglishRight view 7 Microphone/line-in jack Accepts input from external microphones, or other audio line-in devices (e.g. audio CD player, stereo wa

1 Getting to know your TravelMate8EnglishRear view3 Vantilation Slot Enables the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.4 Security keylock

9EnglishBottom view# Item Description1 RAM slot The slot that houses the computer's main memory.2 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery

1 Getting to know your TravelMate10EnglishFeaturesBelow is a brief summary of the computer’s many features:Performance• Intel® Pentium® M Processor a

11EnglishConnectivity• High-speed fax/data modem port• Ethernet/Fast Ethernet port• Fast infrared wireless communication• Two USB 2.0 ports • IEEE 139

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 TravelMate12EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has seven easy-to-read status indicators on the display screen and three on the LCD

13EnglishMedia Activity Lights when the floppy drive, hard disk or optical drive is active.Battery Charge Lights when the battery is being charged. Ca

1 Getting to know your TravelMate14EnglishUsing the keyboardThe full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Wi

15EnglishEmbedded numeric keypadThe embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on th

1 Getting to know your TravelMate16EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key DescriptionWindows log

17EnglishKeyboard Hot keysThe computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume o

1 Getting to know your TravelMate18EnglishFn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) an

19EnglishThe 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 TravelMate20EnglishIf not, select and click on ADD; then select United States-International and click on OK.5 Click on OK.To t

21EnglishLaunch KeysLocated above the keyboard are six buttons. These keys are special one-click buttons that perform special functions.# Launch key D

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 TravelMate22EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the curs

23EnglishNote: A.Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger mo

1 Getting to know your TravelMate24EnglishStorageThis computer supplies you with the following media storage:• High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk•

25EnglishUsing softwarePlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD-ROM drive module is installed, you can play DVD movies on your computer.1 Eject the DVD tray and

1 Getting to know your TravelMate26EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio, and stereo speaker. Adjusting the vo

27EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo

1 Getting to know your TravelMate28EnglishMoving around with your TravelMateThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or t

29Englishyou 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, unl

1 Getting to know your TravelMate30Englishfrom the drive(s). Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head.• Pack the computer in a protectiv

31EnglishTraveling with the computer“when you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client’s office buildi

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

1 Getting to know your TravelMate32English• AC adapter• Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling• Spare, fully-cha

33EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

1 Getting to know your TravelMate34English• Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with pa

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 lea

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

39EnglishUniversal Serial BusThe Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect and daisy-chain USB periph

2 Customizing my computer40EnglishIEEE 1394 portThe computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported devices like a CD-

41EnglishInserting a PC CardInsert the card into the slot and make the proper connections (e.g., network cable), if necessary. See your card manual fo

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 computer42EnglishUpgrade optionsYour computer delivers superior power and performance. However, some users and the applications they

43EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

2 Customizing my computer44EnglishUsing system utilities Notebook ManagerThe computer has a built-in system setup program calle

45EnglishLaunch ManagerLaunch Manager allows you to set the two launch keys located above the keyboard. See “Launch Keys” on page 21 for the location

2 Customizing my computer46EnglishDisk to Disk RecoveryDisk to Disk Recovery allows you to restore the hard drive with the original software content

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 seri

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

3 Troubleshooting my computer50Englishto fill the computer display. Right-click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display

51English• During the POST, press F2 to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the infrared port is enabled.• Make sure both devices are IrDA-complia

viEnglishCleaning and servicing• When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:• Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.• Disconnect the

3 Troubleshooting my computer52EnglishTroubleshooting tipsThis notebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message

53EnglishError messagesIf you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective action. The following table lists the error messages

3 Troubleshooting my computer54EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW) Your computer is backed by an International Travelers

55English You are required to provide the following information:Name:________________________________________Address:_________________________________

3 Troubleshooting my computer56English

Appendix A Specifications

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.

59EnglishMicroprocessor• Intel® Pentium® M Processor with 1024 KB L2 cacheMemory• Main memory expandable up to 2 GB• Two DDR DIMM slots• Support 128 M

Appendix A Specifications60EnglishI/O ports• One type II CardBus PC Card slot• One RJ-45 jack (Ethernet 10/100)• One RJ-11 phone jack (V.92)• One DC-i

61EnglishSystem• ACPI support• DMI 2.0-compliant• Microsoft Windows operating systemPower• 6-cell battery • 48.84 Wh Li-ion battery pack• 2.5-hour rap

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

Appendix A Specifications62English

Appendix B Notices

This appendix lists the general notices of your computer.

65EnglishFCC 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 Notices66EnglishNotice: Canadian usersThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

67EnglishImportant safety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.1 Follow all warnings and instru

Appendix B Notices68Englishcontrols may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to nor

69EnglishLithium battery statementThe TravelMate 370 series uses the lithium battery, models BTP-50T3, BTP-73E1 only.CAUTION Danger of explosion if ba

Appendix B Notices70EnglishLCD pixel statementThe LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occ

71EnglishCanada - Industry Canada (IC)• This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.Europe - EU Declaration of ConformityThis device complies

BIOS Utility 45Disk to Disk Recovery 463 Troubleshooting my computer 47Frequently-asked questions 49Troubleshooting tips 52Error messages 53Requesting

Appendix B Notices72Englishlimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip

73IndexAAC adaptercaring for vAcerMedia drive 24audio 26adjusting the volume 26troubleshooting 50Bbattery packcaring for vBIOS utili

Index74error 53modem 37Nnetwork 38Notebook Manager 44hotkey 17noticeDVD copyright protection 70num lock 14on indicator 13numer

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