Acer 600 Series Laptop User Manual


 
Contents
viii
Preface
Chapter 1 Before You Begin
Creating Backup Disks .................................1-2
Features of the Computer .............................1-3
Environmental Specifications........................1-5
Using the Computer .....................................1-6
Power Saving Modes .....................................1-8
Securing the Computer............................... 1-10
Using the AC Adapter ................................. 1-11
Chapter 2 Using Your Computer
Starting the Computer ..................................2-3
Running the Demo Program..........................2-4
Using the Brightness and Contrast Controls..2-6
Turning the Speakers On and Off..................2-7
Using PC Cards ............................................2-8
Using Indicator Lights................................. 2-11
Using the Touchpad.................................... 2-14
Using Disk Drives....................................... 2-16
Adding Memory .......................................... 2-29
Using the Keyboard .................................... 2-30
Using the Internal Numeric Keypad............. 2-34
Using Connectors and Ports........................2-36
Chapter 3 Using Battery Power
Guidelines for Battery Use ............................3-2
Switching to Battery Power ...........................3-4
Responding to Low Battery Conditions ..........3-5
Recharging the Battery .................................3-7
Conditioning the Battery...............................3-8
Removing and Installing the Battery Pack......3-9
Conserving Battery Power ........................... 3-11