User Manual

Contents
Information for your safety and comfort iii
Safety instructions iii
Operating environment vii
Medical devices vii
Vehicles viii
Potentially explosive environments viii
Emergency calls viii
Disposal instructions ix
Mercury advisory ix
ENERGY STAR ix
Tips and information for comfortable use x
First things first xii
Product Registration xii
How to Register xii
Another Option xii
Your guides xii
Basic care and tips for using your computer xiii
Turning your computer on and off xiii
Taking care of your computer xiii
Taking care of your AC adapter xiv
Taking care of your battery pack xiv
Cleaning and servicing xiv
Acer eRecovery Management 1
Acer eRecovery Management 1
Launching Acer eRecovery Management 2
Touchpad 3
Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 3
Using a computer security lock 4
Using the keyboard 5
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 5
Windows keys 6
Special keys (only for certain models) 7
Frequently asked questions 8
Requesting service 10
Before you call 10
Battery pack 11
Battery pack characteristics 11
Maximizing the battery's life 11
Installing and removing the battery pack 12
Charging the battery 13
Checking the battery level 13
Optimizing battery life 13
Battery-low warning 13
Taking your notebook PC with you 15