User manual ACER TRAVELMATE 2430

[. . . ] TravelMate 2430 Series User's Guide Original Issue: December 2005 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below. [. . . ] If the temperature change is greater than 10 °C (18 °F), allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature. · Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home, you may want to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home. With a second AC adapter, you can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home. If you use your computer at home 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 office building to a client's office building or traveling locally. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area. What to take with you Take the following items with you: · · · AC adapter Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 30 English Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling: · · · Always take the computer as carry-on luggage. Airport security X-ray machines are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector. Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand-held metal detectors. Traveling internationally with the computer When you are moving from country to country. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling. What to bring with you Bring the following items with you: · · · · · · AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling Spare, fully-charged battery packs Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Proof of purchase, in case 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 tips are useful when traveling internationally: · When traveling in another country, check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage. If you are using the modem, check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in. · 31 Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Security features include hardware and software locks -- a security notch and passwords. English Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Some keyless models are also available. Using passwords Passwords protect your computer 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. Once set, you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from Hibernation for maximum security. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from Hibernation for maximum security. · · Important!If you forget your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center. 32 English Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. · · When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press <F2> to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to access the BIOS utility. When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer. [. . . ] Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products with such devices. European Union (EU) This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below: 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive · · · · · · · · EN 60950 EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2/-3 Art. 3. 1a) EN 60950 Art. 3. 1b) EN 301 489 -1/-17 Art. 3. 2) EN 300 328-2 Art. 3. 2) EN 301 893 *applies to 5 GHz only 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 99/5/EC Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive English Radio device regulatory notice English 52 English List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Finland, Sweden, United Kingdom Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Cyprus and Malta. Usage allowed in the countries of European Union, as well as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use. [. . . ]