TravelMate 4100/4600 SeriesUser's Guide
1Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyAcer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions
2Empowering TechnologyFor more information, press the < > key to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on the appropriate utility an
3Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock ManagementAcer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock up your removable data, optical and flo
4Empowering TechnologyAcer ePerformance ManagementAcer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer
5Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provide
6Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings ManagementAcer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system healt
7Empowering Technologyfunctions on/off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired LAN.DC modeTo suit your usage, there are four
8Empowering Technology• View information about Acer ePower Management.Acer ePresentation ManagementAcer ePresentation Management lets you select from
9EnglishA TravelMate tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new TravelMate
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such cha
10EnglishClosed front view7 Status indicatorsLight-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer's functions and
11EnglishLeft viewNote: The positions of the AcerMedia indicator, eject button and emergency eject hole may differ depending on the optical drive modu
12EnglishRight viewRear view# Icon Item Description1 IEEE 1394 portConnects to IEEE 1394 devices.2 PC Card slot eject buttonEjects the PC Card from th
13EnglishBase view2 External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).3 124-pin Acer ezDock connector(for sel
14EnglishSpecificationsMicroprocessor• Intel® Pentium® M Processor at 1.5 ~ 2.13 GHz or higher• Intel® Celeron® M Processor at 1.3 ~ 1.6 GHz or higher
15English• InviLink™ 802.11b/g or 802.11a/b/g dual-band tri-mode Wireless LAN (for selected models)• Bluetooth® (for selected models)Audio• 16-bit AC’
16EnglishDimensions- 360 (W) x 279 (D) x 33.9/38.9 (H) mm Environment• Temperature:- Operating: 5°C ~ 35°C- Non-operating: -20°C ~ 65°C• Humidity (non
17EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel.The power,
18EnglishEasy-launch buttonsLocated at the upper-right, above the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: m
19EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finge
iiiDisposal instructionsDo not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the
20EnglishNote: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger move
21EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and 12 function keys.Lock k
22EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to acce
23Englishhotkey Icon Function Description<Fn> + <F1> hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys.<Fn> + <F2> Acer eSettingsLaunches A
24EnglishSpecial keysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. To type:The Euro
25EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayTo eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button.When
26EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and dual stereo speakers.Adjusting the volumeAdjusting the volume
27EnglishUsing the system utilitiesThe system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This featur
28EnglishAcer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Dr
29EnglishNorton AntiVirusNorton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software that finds and repairs infected files, and protects against viruses to keep your c
ivFirst things firstWe would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of notebook computers your choice for meeting your mobile computing ne
30EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p
31EnglishNo 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
32English• Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer's parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the
33English1 Restart the system.2 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process.3 Refer
34EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne
35EnglishNote: 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
36EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature
37EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav
38EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer. In addition, these tips are useful when tra
39English• Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot-up and
v• Use the power buttonYou can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>. Note
40EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe
41EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat
42EnglishUniversal Serial Bus (USB)The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious
43EnglishPC Card slotThe Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These car
44EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adaptor (if connected) and remove the battery pa
45EnglishEnable disk-to-disk recoveryTo enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the catego
46EnglishNote: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive. Please refer to the online help for more inform
47EnglishAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of th
48EnglishRestore from backupYou can restore backups previously created (as stated in the Create backup section) from hard drive, CD, or DVD.1 Boot to
49English5 In the Recovery settings window, select Reinstall applications/drivers and click Next.6 Select the desired driver/application and follow th
vi• 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
50EnglishTroubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solu
51EnglishEnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service cente
52EnglishRegulations and safety noticesENERGY STAR guidelines complianceAs an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets th
53EnglishEnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
54EnglishModem noticesNotice for USAThis equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the modem is a label that contains, among other
55EnglishEnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Lux
56English4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with thi
57EnglishEnglishImportant safety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.1 Follow all warnings and instructions
58Englishf If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.12 The notebook PC series uses lithium batteries.Re
59EnglishEnglishLCD pixel statementThe LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally m
Disposal instructions iiiFirst things first ivYour guides ivBasic care and tips for using your computer ivTurning your computer on and off ivTaking ca
60EnglishEuropean Union (EU)This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below:73/23/EEC Low Voltage
61EnglishEnglishThe FCC RF safety requirementThe radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio
62English4 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Also any tampering of the internal ant
63EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t
64EnglishDeclaration of Conformity for CE MarkingIs in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC di
65EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for vaudio 26adjusting the volume 26troubleshooting 31Bbattery packcaring for viBIOS utility 44brigh
66EnglishNotebook Managerhotkey 23num lock 21on indicator 17numeric keypadembedded 21Ppassword 38types 38PC Card 43ejecting 43
Adjusting the volume 26Using the system utilities 27Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 27Launch Manager 28Norton AntiVirus 29Frequently asked qu
IEEE 1394 port 42PC Card slot 43BIOS utility 44Boot sequence 44Enable disk-to-disk recovery 45Password 45Using software 45Playing DVD movies 45Power m
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