Acer MS2154W - Manual

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 5 Right view 6 Rear view 7 Bottom view 8 Features 9 Indicators 11 Using the keyboard 12 Lock keys 12 Embedded numeric keypad 13 Windows...

3 Eng lis h 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 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output.

5 Eng lis h Left view # Item Description 1 PC Card slots Connects to one Type III or two Type II CardBus PC Card(s). 2 Eject buttons Eject the PC Cards from the slots. 3 Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. 4 Infrared port Interfaces with inf...

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 6 English Right view # Item Description 1 Speaker Delivers stereo audio output. 2 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 3 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.

7 Eng lis h Rear view # Item Description 1 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel printer). 3 Ventilation slot Enables the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 4 External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., externa...

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 8 English Bottom view 8 Speaker/Line-Out/Headphone jack Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). 9 Line-in/Mic-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). # Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer...

9 Eng lis h Features Below is a brief summary of the computer’s many features: Performance • Intel® Pentium® 4 processors, 2.8 GHz and above • Intel® Celeron® processors, 2.6 GHz and above • 256/512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard, upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules • 30 GB and above high-c...

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 10 English Connectivity • Integrated 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection • Built-in 56Kbps fax/data modem • Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports • InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wireless LAN (manufacturing option) • Bluetooth® (manufacturing option) Human-centric design ...

11 Eng lis h Indicators The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons below the display screen. Icon Function Description Wireless communications Lights when the Wireless LAN capability is enabled. Power Lights when the computer is on. Sleep Lights when the computer enters Standby mode and blinks...

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 12 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock Key Description Caps Lock When Ca...

13 Eng lis h 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 ...

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 14 English Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other key...

15 Eng lis h Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination. Hot Key Icon Functio...

17 Eng lis h The Euro symbol If your keyboard layout is set to United States-International or United Kingdom or if you have a keyboard with a European layout, you can type the Euro symbol on your keyboard. Note for US keyboard users: The keyboard layout is set when you first set up Windows. For the ...

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 18 English Launch keys Located at the top of the keyboard are six buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as the mail, Web broswer, P1, P2 , Wireless and Bluetooth buttons. The Wireless and Bluetooth buttons cannot be set by the user. To s...

19 Eng lis h 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 palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. Note: When using an ...

21 Eng lis h Storage This computer supplies you with the following media storage: Hard disk The high-capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs. This is where your data files and applications are stored. Optical drive Your computer comes equipped with an optical drive which may be one of...

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 22 English Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disc; then close the DVD tray. Important! When you launch the DVD player for the firs...

23 Eng lis h 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 7 for more information on external audio devices. Power management This computer ...

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 24 English 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 Sa...

25 Eng lis h - or - 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...

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 26 English Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer. Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to bring with you Unless you already have some items at home, bring the following items with you: • AC adapter and power cord • T...

27 Eng lis h 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...

29 Eng lis h 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 lock and passwords. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch...

33 Eng lis h 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. Modem Your computer has a built-in V.92 56Kbps AC’97 Link modem. Warning! This...

2 Customizing my computer 34 English Network Your computer has built-in Ethernet/Fast 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 Seria...

35 Eng lis h PC Card slot There are one Type III or two Type II CardBus PC Card slots found on the left side of the computer. The slots accept 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 PCMCI...

37 Eng lis h 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...

39 Eng lis h Using system utilities 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 powermanagement settings. It also shows current hardware configuratio...

2 Customizing my computer 40 English Launch Manager There are six Launch Keys located above the keyboard. The Wireless and Bluetooth buttons are not programmable. Launch Manager only allows you to set the other four Launch Keys. See “Launch keys” on page 18 for more information. You can access the L...

41 Eng lis h D to D Recovery (Disc to Disc) Note: This feature is only available on certain models. Multilingual operating system installation Follow the instructions to choose the operating system and language you use when you first power-on the system. 1 Turn on the system. 2 Acer multilingual ope...

2 Customizing my computer 42 English 3 Press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process. 4 The message "The system has password protection. Please enter 000000:" is displayed. 5 Enter six 0s and continue. 6 "Acer Self-Configuration Preload" window appear...

45 Eng lis h 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 Powe...

49 Eng lis h 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...

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.

This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.

59 Eng lish Eng lis h Energy Star Guidelines Compliance As an Energy Star Partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Pa...

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices 60 English Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. Operation conditions This device complies with Part ...

61 Eng lish Eng lis h Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If thi...

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices 62 English Notice for New Zealand For Modem with approval number PTC 211/03/0081 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its netwo...

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices 64 English Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save them 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 o...

65 Eng lish Eng lis h 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 qualifi...

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices 66 English PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE IADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS.ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN. VARO! LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSÅTEILYLLE.VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DEN...

67 Eng lish Eng lis h General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use.Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth® mo...

Appendix B Regulation & safety notices 68 English in the country of use. For further information, please contact local office in the country of use. The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency expos...

71 Index A AC adapter caring for v audio 23 troubleshooting 46 B battery pack caring for vcharging indicator 11 BIOS Utility 40BIOS utility 40brightness hotkeys 16 C caps lock 12 on indicator 11 care AC adapter vbattery pack vcomputer iv CD troubleshooting 47 CD-ROM ejecting 21ejecting manually 46tr...