Acer TravelMate 2470 Manuel d'utilisateur Page 1

TravelMate 3250/2470 SeriesUser's Guide

xTaking care of your battery packHere are some ways to take care of your battery pack:• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the

Information for your safety and comfort iiiSafety instructions iiiDisposal instructions vTips and information for comfortable use viFirst things first

Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam 42Enabling the Acer VisageON (for 1.3 megapixel camera models only) 43Using the system utilities 46Acer GridVista (du

Power management 65Acer eRecovery Management 65Create backup 66Restore from backup 66Create factory default image CD 67Re-install bundled software wit

1Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyAcer's innovative Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used f

2Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management (for selected models)Acer eNet Management helps you to quickly and easily connect to both wired and wirele

3Empowering TechnologyDNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet

4Empowering TechnologyAcer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Manage

5Empowering TechnologyBattery statusFor real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in the upper half of the window.Fo

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

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7Empowering TechnologyAcer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display to an external device

8Empowering TechnologyAcer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models)Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file encryption utility that protec

9Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock your removable data, optical and flopp

10Empowering TechnologyNote: If you lose your password, there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to

11Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provi

12Empowering TechnologyFor more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 65 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.Note

13Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or oth

14Empowering TechnologyAcer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your A

15EnglishYour Acer notebook tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer

iiiInformation for your safety and comfortSafety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all wa

16EnglishClosed front view3 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.4 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer m

17English3Bluetooth communication switch/indicatorPress to enable/disable the Bluetooth function. Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication.4 Wi

18EnglishLeft view# Icon Item Description1 Kensington lock slotConnects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.2 Optical drive Internal opt

19EnglishRight view# Icon Item Description1 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card.2 PC Card slot eject buttonEjects the PC Card from the slot.3 USB

20EnglishRear view# Icon Item Description1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.2 External display (VGA) portConnects to a display device (e.g., exter

21EnglishBase view# Item Description1 Battery lock Locks the battery in position.2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool.Note: Do not cover or obst

22EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Windows® Vista™ Capable• Genuine Windows® XP Professional (Service Pack 2)• Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition

23EnglishDisplay and graphics• 14.1" WXGA TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing via Acer GridVista™•

24EnglishDimensions and weight334 (W) x 243 (D) x 28/35(H) mm(13.4 x 9.57 x 0.94/1.38 inches)2.35 kg (5.18 lbs.)Power subsystem• ACPI 2.0 CPU power ma

25EnglishCommunication• Acer Video Conference featuring Voice and Video over Internet Protocol (VVoIP) support via Acer OrbiCam™ and optional Acer Blu

iv•This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outl

26EnglishSoftware• Acer Empowering Technology• Acer eNet Management (for selected models)• Acer ePower Management• Acer ePresentation Management• Acer

27EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.Warranty One-

28EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has seven easy-to-read status indicators, including four on the front panel.The power, battery and wireless communicat

29English1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.Easy-launch buttonsL

30EnglishTouchpadThe touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across

31EnglishNote: When using the touchpad, keep it — and your fingers — dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement; hence, the lighter t

32EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

33EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the sam

34EnglishHotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output

35English<Fn> + <F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on a

vReplacing the battery packThe notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product. U

36EnglishSpecial keyYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.The Euro symbol1 Op

37EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayPress the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on.Insert a clip

38EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 32-bit Intel High Definition (HD) audio, and dual stereo speakers.Adjusting the volumeAdjusting the volume on th

39EnglishAcer OrbiCamThe Acer OrbiCam is a 1.3 megapixel or 310,000 pixel CMOS camera appropriately mounted on top of the LCD panel. The camera's

40EnglishLaunching the Acer OrbiCamTo launch the Acer OrbiCam, double-click on the Acer OrbiCam logo in the desktop.ORClick Start > All Programs &g

41EnglishOptionsClick Options to display the Window, Preview, and Folder tabs. Use the options to change the capture window size, preview settings, an

42EnglishCapture settingsFrom the Camera Settings window, click the Driver Settings button. The Properties window appears.Device Settings allows you t

43EnglishEnabling the Acer VisageON (for 1.3 megapixel camera models only)The Acer VisageON technology comes with two features: Face tracking and Vide

44EnglishUsing the face tracking featureTo use the face tracking feature:1 Click the left icon down arrow button, then select Single User or Multiple

45EnglishUsing video effects (selected models only)The Video Settings section allows you to select an avatar or accessory video effect from the list.

viTips and information for comfortable useComputer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physic

46EnglishUsing the system utilitiesNote: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This

47EnglishAcer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Dr

48EnglishYou can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application.Norton AntiVirusNorton

49EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

50EnglishNo 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

51EnglishNote: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to complete the in

52EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you s

53EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

54EnglishNote: 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

55EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

viiEyes• Rest your eyes frequently.• Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point.• Blink frequently

56EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

57EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

58EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

59EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

60EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

61EnglishPC Card slotThe Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These car

62EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

63EnglishBIOS utilityThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already properly confi

64EnglishUsing softwarePlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer.1 E

65EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo

viiiFirst things firstWe would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.Your guidesTo help yo

66EnglishCreate backupYou can create and save backup images to hard disk, CD or DVD.1 Boot to Windows XP2 Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the

67EnglishCreate factory default image CDWhen the System CD and Recovery CD are not available, you can create them by using this feature.1 Boot to Wind

68EnglishChange passwordAcer eRecovery Management and Acer disk-to-disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. Follow t

69EnglishEnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs

70EnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for a

71EnglishEnglishRegulations and safety noticesENERGY STAR guidelines complianceAs an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product m

72EnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device

73EnglishEnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioni

74EnglishNotice for New Zealand1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item c

75EnglishEnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification la

ixTo turn the power off, do any of the following:• Use the Windows shutdown commandClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off.• Use the

76EnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis product co

77EnglishEnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Lux

78English2 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used

79EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t

80EnglishDeclaration of Conformity for CE MarkingIs in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC di

81EnglishEnglishLCD panel ergonomic specificationsDesign viewing distance 500 mmDesign inclination angle 0.0°Design azimuth angle 90.0°Viewing directi

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83EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for vaudioadjusting the volume 33troubleshooting 38Bbattery packcaring for viBIOS utility 53brightnessh

84Englishnum lock 27on indicator 23numeric keypadembedded 27Ppassword 45types 45PC Card 50ejecting 50inserting 50ports 47pr