Acer TravelMate C110 Series User manual

TravelMate C110 series
User’s Guide
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TravelMate C110 series User’s Guide
Original Issue: March 2003
TravelMate C110 series Convertible Tablet PC
Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other company's
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Contents
First things first v
Your guides v
Basic care and tips for using your computer vi
1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1
A TravelMate tour 3
Front view 3
Left view 6
Right view 7
Rear view 8
Bottom view 9
Using your computer in tablet mode 10
Switching to tablet mode 10
Switching to computer mode 15
Features 16
Indicators 18
Using the keyboard 19
Special keys 19
Touchpad 26
Touchpad basics 26
Storage 28
Hard disk 28
Optical drive 28
Audio 29
Adjusting the volume 29
Power management 30
Moving around with your TravelMate 31
Disconnecting from the desktop 31
Moving around 31
Taking the computer home 32
Traveling with the computer 34
Traveling internationally with the computer 34
Securing your computer 36
Using a computer security lock 36
Using passwords 36
2 Customizing your computer 41
Expanding through options 43
Connectivity options 43
Upgrade options 49
Notebook Manager 50
Launch Manager 51
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BIOS Utility 52
3 Troubleshooting your computer 53
Frequently-asked questions 55
Troubleshooting tips 58
Error messages 59
Requesting service 63
International Traveler’s Warranty (ITW) 63
Before you call 63
Appendix A Specifications 65
Appendix B Notices 71
Index 81
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First things first
We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of notebook
computers your choice for your mobile computing needs. We hope you will be
happy with your TravelMate as much as we enjoyed making it for you.
Your guides
To help you use your TravelMate, we have designed a set of guides:
First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get
started with setting up your computer.
This User’s Guide introduces you to the many ways your
computer can help you be more productive. This guide
provides clear and concise information about the computer,
so read it thoroughly.
If you ever need to print out a copy, this User’s Guide is also
available in PDF (Portable Document Format). Follow these
steps:
1Click on Start, All Programs, TravelMate.
2Click on TravelMate User’s Guide.
Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader
installed. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your
computer, clicking on TravelMate User’s Guide will run the
Acrobat Reader setup program first. Follow the
instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For
instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader, access
the Help menu.
A handy Pocket Guide is useful for quick glances at
functional key combinations.
Lastly, there may be a Read me first sheet included with
your package which contains important reminders and
updates. So, please read through it.
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For more information about our products, services, and support
information, please visit our web site (http://global.acer.com).
Basic care and tips for using your computer
Connecting your computer
Connecting the computer is as easy as 1-2-3.
1Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment, and press
down until it clicks into place.
2Connect one end of the AC adapter to the power jack on the
computer’s left panel and the other end to a properly-grounded
power outlet.
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3Push the display cover two-way latch to open the display.
4Slide the power switch, located on the right panel, towards the
rear of the computer (a) then release it (b) to turn on the power.
The POST (power-on self-test) routine executes and Windows
begins loading.
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To turn the power off, do any of the following:
• Click on Start, Turn off Computer; then click Turn Off.
• Use the power switch
Note: You can also use the power switch to perform power
management functions. See “Power management” on page 30.
• Use the customized functions for power management
You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover,
or by pressing the sleep hot key (Fn-F4).
Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and
hold the power switch for more than four seconds to shut down
the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on
again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.
Taking care of your computer
Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.
• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it
near sources of heat, such as a radiator.
• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or
above 50ºC (122ºF).
• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.
• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.
• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.
• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration.
• Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.
• Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the
computer.
• Do not slam the computer display when you close it.
• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.
Taking care of your AC adapter
Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:
• Do not connect the adapter to any other device.
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• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.
Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal
traffic.
• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself
but pull on the plug.
• 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 total current rating of all equipment plugged into
a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.
Taking care of your battery pack
Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack:
• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the
power off before removing or replacing batteries.
• Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children.
• Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if
at all possible.
Cleaning and servicing
When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:
1Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.
2Disconnect the AC adapter.
3Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners.
If any of the following occurs:
• The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.
• Liquid has been spilled into the product.
• The computer does not operate normally.
Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 53.
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1 Getting to know your
TravelMate
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Your TravelMate computer combines high-
performance, versatility, power
management features and multimedia
capabilities with a unique style and
ergonomic design. Work with unmatched
productivity and reliability with your new
power computing partner.
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A TravelMate tour
After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for
Starters... poster, let us show you around your new TravelMate
computer.
Front view
# Item Description
1Two-way latch Use to latch the LCD screen in both normal
mode and tablet mode.
2Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays
computer output. Input-capable with the aid
of the EMR stylus.
3Convertible hinge Hinges the LCD screen in place when
switching from PC mode to tablet mode and
vice versa.
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4Launch keys Buttons for launching frequently used
programs. See “Launch keys”on page 25 for
more details.
5Keyboard Inputs data into your computer.
6Speaker Outputs sound from your computer.
7Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which
functions like a computer mouse.
8Click buttons (left,
center and right)
The left and right buttons function like the
left and right mouse buttons; the center
button is a 4-way scroll key.
9Microphone Captures sounds and voices into your
computer.
10 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared
printer, IR-aware computers).
11 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands
when you use the computer.
12 Enter button Use to confirm selection in tablet mode. This
button can also be used to emulate the ESC
button by first pressing the Fn button and
then this button. This button can be
configured by the user. See note on page 5.
13 Page down button Use to scroll one page down in tablet mode.
This button can also be used to emulate the
Tab button by first pressing the Fn button and
then this button. This button can be
configured by the user. See note on page 5.
14 Page up button Use to scroll one page up in tablet mode. This
button is used to rotate the display by first
pressing the Fn button and then this button.
This button can be configured by the user.
See note on page 5.
#Item Description
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Note: To configure the Enter, Page up and Page down buttons,
double-click on the Change tablet and pen settings icon on
the Windows taskbar.
- or -
Click on Start on the Windows taskbar and click on Control Panel
to open the Control Panel dialog box. Click on Change to classic
view, then double-click on the Change tablet and pen settings.
15 Function key button This button is used together with other
buttons to invoke the tablet applications. This
button is set and cannot be configured by the
user.
16 Windows Security
button
This button is used to emulate the
CTRL+ALT+DEL key combination which
launches the Windows Security dialog box.
This button is set and cannot be configured by
the user.
17 Status indicators LEDs (light-emitting diodes) that turn on and
off to show the status of the computer and its
functions and components.
# Item Description
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Click on the Tablet Buttons tab on the Tablet and Pen Settings
dialog box and change the buttons accordingly.
Left view
# Item Description
1Screen support Supports the LCD screen, press and release before
switching from PC mode to tablet mode and vice
versa.
2Power jack Connects to an AC adapter.
3Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw).
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Right view
# Item Description
1EMR stylus Electromagnetic resonance (EMR) stylus that is
used to input data in tablet mode. Use only an
EMR-compatible stylus to input data on the
screen.
2PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot.
3PC Card slot Accepts one Type II 16-bit PC Card or 32-bit
CardBus PC Card.
4Power switch Turns on the computer power.
5Speaker/Headphone-
out jack
Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g.,
speakers, headphones).
6Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD
player, stereo walkman).
7IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.
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Rear view
8USB ports (two) Connect to any Universal Serial Bus device
(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
9Screen support Supports the LCD screen, press and release
before switching from PC mode to tablet
mode and vice versa.
#Item Description
1Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible
computer security lock.
2Expansion port Connects to I/O port replicator or EasyPort
expansion devices.
3Modem jack Connects to a phone line.
4Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based
network.
5External display port Connects to a display device (e.g., external
monitor, LCD projector) and displays up to 16M
colors at 1024 x 768 resolution.
# Item Description
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Bottom view
# Item Description
1Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory.
2Battery lock/unlock latch Locks and unlocks the battery bay.
3Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the
battery pack.
4Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
5Hard disk anti-shock
protection
Protects your hard disk against
accidental shock and vibration.
6Personal identification slot Insert an identification card to
personalize your computer.
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Using your computer in tablet mode
Your computer is designed for convenience, ergonomic use, and
portability. Running the Windows XP Tablet PC edition operating
system, your TravelMate utilizes an EMR stylus for pen-based input.
Software developed specifically for the computer allows for both
handwriting recognition converted to application text, or handwriting
captured as rich digital ink for manipulation, editing, and formatting.
By combining Windows-based applications with the versatility of pen-
based input, this computer offers new ways for users to communicate
in a wireless environment.
Switching to tablet mode
To switch to tablet mode, follow the steps below:
1Push and slide the two-way latch in the direction as shown in the
illustration below (a) and open the display screen (b).
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