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IEEE 1394 port

Note

: Information in this section may not apply to your computer.

The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394-compatible 
device like a video camera or digital camera. See your video or digital camera's 
documentation for details.

High-Definition Multimedia Interface

Note

: Information in this section may not apply to your computer.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, 
uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface 
between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD 
player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such 
as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable.

Summary of Contents for TravelMate 8481

Page 1: ...TravelMate Series Generic User Guide...

Page 2: ..._____ Serial number ___________________________________ Date of purchase ________________________________ Place of purchase ________________________________ 2011 All Rights Reserved TravelMate Series...

Page 3: ...sconnecting power to the power supply unit Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the co...

Page 4: ...performance of this product The system can be powered using a wide range of voltages 100 to 120 or 220 to 240 V AC The power cord included with the system meets the requirements for use in the countr...

Page 5: ...d damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will probably c...

Page 6: ...When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal buy a new battery Use only the approved batteries and recharge your battery only with the approved chargers designated for this device Us...

Page 7: ...ervice station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM APPAREIL A LASER D...

Page 8: ...it data files or messages this device requires a good quality connection to the network In some cases transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available Ensure...

Page 9: ...air bags inflate with great force Do not place objects including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipmen...

Page 10: ...w lamprecycle org ENERGY STAR Note Information in this section may not apply to your computer Acer s ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environme...

Page 11: ...tenderness Pain swelling or throbbing Stiffness or tightness Coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and or pain related to computer use consul...

Page 12: ...ity and graphics clarity Eliminate glare and reflections by placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds...

Page 13: ...xiii English Note For more information please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 50...

Page 14: ...the TravelMate Generic User Guide This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and troubleshooting In addition it contains warranty in...

Page 15: ...re Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt Never place objects on top of the computer Do not...

Page 16: ...of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these steps 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconne...

Page 17: ...care of your battery pack xvi Cleaning and servicing xvi Touchpad 1 Touchpad basics with two buttons 1 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 3 Hotkeys 4 Windows keys 5 Acer ProShi...

Page 18: ...ebook PC with you 31 Disconnecting from the desktop 31 Moving around 31 Preparing the computer 31 What to bring to meetings 32 Taking the computer home 32 Preparing the computer 32 What to take with y...

Page 19: ...call 47 Troubleshooting 48 Troubleshooting tips 48 Error messages 48 Regulations and safety notices 50 FCC statement 50 Modem notices 51 LCD pixel statement 52 Radio device regulatory notice 52 Genera...

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Page 21: ...e Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button Note Illustrations for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Note When using the touchpad k...

Page 22: ...2 English Note By default vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your touchpad It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel...

Page 23: ...are in uppercase Num Lock Fn F11 When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to...

Page 24: ...configuration Fn F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode Fn F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both Fn F6 Display off Turns the dis...

Page 25: ...s L Lock your computer if connected to a domain or switch users if not connected to a domain M Minimize all windows R Open the Run dialog box T Cycle through programs on the taskbar U Open Ease of Acc...

Page 26: ...epending on your edition of Windows some shortcuts may not function as described Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu...

Page 27: ...ssword Bio Protection TPM configuration BIOS Migration Boot sequence and device security Data Encryption Personal secure drive file and folder encryption Data Removal File shredder Remote Manageabilit...

Page 28: ...Secure Disk The Personal Secure Disk PSD is a secure section of your hard disk where you can save files You can only get access to the PSD via password or fingerprint authentication Once setup is fin...

Page 29: ...device You can also set the boot device order enable or disable ports and built in devices and import or export BIOS settings Credential Manager Here you can set and manage your credentials including...

Page 30: ...mpletely removed from the hard disk The File Shredder overwrites the data to make recovering the data impossible Note You can also double click the File Shredder icon on the desktop to open this funct...

Page 31: ...ity This module allows Acer Client Manager to control the functions of Acer ProShield from a remote station The flexibility of remote management allows efficient use of IT resources and timely impleme...

Page 32: ...fications may vary Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions 1 Backup Create Factory Default Backup Backup Drivers and Applications Note Models that do not have an ODD will allow y...

Page 33: ...tart All Programs Acer then click Acer eRecovery Management 2 To create recovery discs for the hard drive s entire original contents including Windows and all factory loaded software and drivers click...

Page 34: ...n click Next You will be shown the backup progress on the screen The drive ejects each disc as it completes burning it 4 Remove the disc from the drive and mark it with a permanent marker Important Wr...

Page 35: ...previous data Important This section only applies to computers without an optical drive 1 Click Start All Programs Acer then click Acer eRecovery Management 2 To create recovery backup for the hard d...

Page 36: ...lug in the USB disk then click Next You will be shown the backup progress on the screen 4 Unplug the USB flash drive and mark it with a permanent marker Important Write a unique descriptive label on e...

Page 37: ...lem may be solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly For instructions see Returning to a previous system condition on page 18 3 Reset your system to its...

Page 38: ...rosoft System Restore periodically takes snapshots of your system settings and saves them as restore points In most cases of hard to resolve software problems you can return to one of these restore po...

Page 39: ...from the hard drive during startup on page 20 If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive has been completely re formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive see Recovering from...

Page 40: ...ng Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive If it is not already enabled you must enable the F12 Boot Menu Press F2 when starting your computer Use the left or right arrow keys t...

Page 41: ...problem may be solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly For instructions see Returning to a previous system condition on page 22 3 Reset your system t...

Page 42: ...periodically takes snapshots of your system settings and saves them as restore points In most cases of hard to resolve software problems you can return to one of these restore points to get your syste...

Page 43: ...during startup on page 24 If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive has been completely re formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive see Recovering from your recovery backu...

Page 44: ...computer Warning Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive If it is not already enabled you must enable the F12 Boot Menu Press F2 when starting your computer Use the left or rig...

Page 45: ...proceed to the following screen Click the button and follow the onscreen instructions 1 Select the content you want to back up The less content you select the quicker the process will be but it will...

Page 46: ...management scheme that supports the advanced configuration and power interface ACPI which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time Windows handles all power savi...

Page 47: ...ra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will d...

Page 48: ...of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted If you want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove t...

Page 49: ...y charged battery Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level Rest the cursor over the battery power icon on the taskbar to see the battery s present charge...

Page 50: ...Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then connect to the mains power supply 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Turn off the computer...

Page 51: ...e from your office desk to a meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere yo...

Page 52: ...and release the power button Taking the computer home When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Preparing the computer After disconnecting the computer from your desktop follow t...

Page 53: ...me for significant periods of time you might also want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse Traveling with the computer When you are moving within a larger distance for instance from your offi...

Page 54: ...you need to show it to customs officials International Travelers Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these...

Page 55: ...puter from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility O...

Page 56: ...s Enter When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password inc...

Page 57: ...read the following section Fax data modem Note Information in this section may not apply to your computer Your computer has a built in V 92 56 Kbps fax data modem Warning This modem port is not compa...

Page 58: ...d network To use the network feature connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet RJ 45 port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network Universal Serial Bus USB The USB 2 0...

Page 59: ...n for details High Definition Multimedia Interface Note Information in this section may not apply to your computer HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface is an industry supported uncompressed all d...

Page 60: ...further enhances the usability and expandability of your computer ExpressCards support a vast number of expansion options including flash memory card adapters TV tuners Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE...

Page 61: ...e card operation 3 Push the card gently into the slot and release to pop out the card Then pull the card free from the slot Installing memory Note Information in this section may not apply to your com...

Page 62: ...clicks into place 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw 5 Reinstall the battery pack and reconnect the AC adapter 6 Turn on the computer The computer automatically detects and recon...

Page 63: ...sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen Enable disk to disk recovery To enable disk to disk recovery hard disk reco...

Page 64: ...aximum 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...

Page 65: ...ystem automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on three things might be the cause The brightness level m...

Page 66: ...al version the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations This recovery process helps you restore the C drive wit...

Page 67: ...nefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW ser...

Page 68: ...ive 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 Co...

Page 69: ...e contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Memory size mismatch Press F2 during POST to enter the...

Page 70: ...ntenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experience...

Page 71: ...to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the...

Page 72: ...Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equip...

Page 73: ...ss frequency bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band The worst case maximum authorized power indoors is 10 mW for the entire 2 4 GHz band 2400 MHz 2483 5 MHz 100 mW for frequencies...

Page 74: ...to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option devices that are included in the user s manual of each RF option device 01 Ain Orientales 02 Aisne 03 Allier 05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Arie...

Page 75: ...erference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems 3 High power radar is allocated as the primary user of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with...

Page 76: ...uct to be used indoors for the frequency range of 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel mobile satellite systems High power radar is allocated as the prim...

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