Acer MS2133 User manual

TravelMate C110 series

User’s Guide

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Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation

to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new

editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes

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affixed to your computer. All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial

number, model number, and purchase information.

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TravelMate C110 series User’s Guide

Original Issue: March 2003

TravelMate C110 series Convertible Tablet PC

Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other company's

product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to

their respective companies.

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Contents

First things first v

Your guides v

Basic care and tips for using your computer vi

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1

A TravelMate tour 3

Front view 3

Left view 6

Right view 7

Rear view 8

Bottom view 9

Using your computer in tablet mode 10

Switching to tablet mode 10

Switching to computer mode 15

Features 16

Indicators 18

Using the keyboard 19

Special keys 19

Touchpad 26

Touchpad basics 26

Storage 28

Hard disk 28

Optical drive 28

Audio 29

Adjusting the volume 29

Power management 30

Moving around with your TravelMate 31

Disconnecting from the desktop 31

Moving around 31

Taking the computer home 32

Traveling with the computer 34

Traveling internationally with the computer 34

Securing your computer 36

Using a computer security lock 36

Using passwords 36

2 Customizing your computer 41

Expanding through options 43

Connectivity options 43

Upgrade options 49

Notebook Manager 50

Launch Manager 51

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BIOS Utility 52

3 Troubleshooting your computer 53

Frequently-asked questions 55

Troubleshooting tips 58

Error messages 59

Requesting service 63

International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) 63

Before you call 63

Appendix A Specifications 65

Appendix B Notices 71

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First things first

We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of notebook

computers your choice for your mobile computing needs. We hope you will be

happy with your TravelMate as much as we enjoyed making it for you.

Your guides

To help you use your TravelMate, we have designed a set of guides:

First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get

started with setting up your computer.

This User’s Guide introduces you to the many ways your

computer can help you be more productive. This guide

provides clear and concise information about the computer,

so read it thoroughly.

If you ever need to print out a copy, this User’s Guide is also

available in PDF (Portable Document Format). Follow these

steps:

1Click on Start, All Programs, TravelMate.

2Click on TravelMate User’s Guide.

Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader

installed. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your

computer, clicking on TravelMate User’s Guide will run the

Acrobat Reader setup program first. Follow the

instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For

instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader, access

the Help menu.

A handy Pocket Guide is useful for quick glances at

functional key combinations.

Lastly, there may be a Read me first sheet included with

your package which contains important reminders and

updates. So, please read through it.

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For more information about our products, services, and support

information, please visit our web site (http://global.acer.com).

Basic care and tips for using your computer

Connecting your computer

Connecting the computer is as easy as 1-2-3.

1Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment, and press

down until it clicks into place.

2Connect one end of the AC adapter to the power jack on the

computer’s left panel and the other end to a properly-grounded

power outlet.

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3Push the display cover two-way latch to open the display.

4Slide the power switch, located on the right panel, towards the

rear of the computer (a) then release it (b) to turn on the power.

The POST (power-on self-test) routine executes and Windows

begins loading.

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To turn the power off, do any of the following:

• Click on Start, Turn off Computer; then click Turn Off.

• Use the power switch

Note: You can also use the power switch to perform power

management functions. See “Power management” on page 30.

• Use the customized functions for power management

You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover,

or by pressing the sleep hot key (Fn-F4).

Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and

hold the power switch for more than four seconds to shut down

the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on

again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.

Taking care of your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it

near sources of heat, such as a radiator.

• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or

above 50ºC (122ºF).

• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.

• 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 shock and vibration.

• Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.

• Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the

computer.

• Do not slam the computer display when you close it.

• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.

Taking care of your AC adapter

Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:

• Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

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• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.

Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal

traffic.

• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself

but pull on the plug.

• 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 total current rating of all equipment plugged into

a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.

Taking care of your battery pack

Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack:

• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the

power off before removing or replacing batteries.

• Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children.

• Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if

at all possible.

Cleaning and servicing

When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:

1Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.

2Disconnect the AC adapter.

3Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or

aerosol cleaners.

If any of the following occurs:

• The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.

• Liquid has been spilled into the product.

• The computer does not operate normally.

Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 53.

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