Acer TravelMate P645-M User manual

TravelMate P645-M / P645-MG
/ P645-V / P645-VG
Quick Guide
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© 07/2013. All Rights Reserved.
TravelMate P645-M / P645-MG / P645-V / P645-VG
Quick Guide
This revision: 07/2013
Model number: __________________________________
Serial number: ___________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________
Place of purchase: ________________________________

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First things first
We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for
meeting your mobile computing needs.
Your guides
To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides:
First off, the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer.
The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your
new computer.
For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive, please
refer to the User’s Manual. The User’s Manual contains useful information
applying to your new computer. It covers basic topics such as using the
keyboard and audio, etc.
This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities,
data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. In addition it contains
warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your
notebook.
Follow these steps to access it:
1 Type "User" from Start.
2 Click on Acer User’s Manual.

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Your Acer notebook tour
After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup guide, let us show
you around your new Acer notebook.
Screen view
#Icon Item Description
1Webcam
Web camera for video communication.
A light next to the webcam indicates that
the webcam is active.
2Screen Displays computer output.
3
Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status.
Battery indicator
Indicates the computer's battery status.
1. Charging: The light is amber when the
battery is charging.
2. Fully charged: The light is blue.
HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.
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Keyboard view
4 SD Card reader
Accepts one Secure Digital card (SD or
SDHC).
Note: To remove the card, simply pull it from
the slot.
5 Microphones Internal stereo microphones for sound
recording.
#Icon Item Description
1 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
2NFC contact area
(optional)
When activated, place an NFC-enabled
device very close to this area to exchange
data. See the User’s Manual for more
information on using NFC.
3Click buttons (left
and right)
The left and right buttons function like the
left and right mouse buttons.
4 Fingerprint reader
Fingerprint reader for Acer ProShield
Security Suite (configuration may vary by
model).
5 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which
functions like a computer mouse.
#Icon Item Description
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Left view
#Icon Item Description
1Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-
based network.
2External display (VGA)
port
Connects to a display device (e.g., external
monitor, LCD projector).
3HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video
connections.
4USB port Connects to USB devices.
5Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.
6Headphones / speaker
jack
Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers,
headphones).
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Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.
Airplane mode Enables/disables the computer’s
communication devices.
PP key Programmable key (configuration may vary
by model).
Microphone mute Mutes the microphone.
Power button /
indicator
Turns the computer on and off. Indicates the
computer's power status.
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Information on USB 3.0
• USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue.
• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices.
• For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices.
Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB).
Right view
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#Icon Item Description
1USB ports Connect to USB devices.
2
Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible
computer security lock.
Note: Wrap the computer security lock
cable around an immovable object such
as a table or handle of a locked drawer.
Insert the lock into the notch and turn
the key to secure the lock. Some
keyless models are also available.
3DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
Information on USB 3.0
• USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue.
• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices.
• For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices.
• Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB).

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Base view
#Icon Item Description
1Micro SIM card slot
(optional)
Accepts a 3G micro SIM card for 3G
connectivity.
Insert a 3G SIM card to enable 3G
communication. The SIM card connectors
need to face up towards the screen.
2Acer ProDock
connector Connects to the optional Acer ProDock.
3
Acer DASP (Disk
Anti-
Shock Protection)
Protects the hard disk from shocks and
bumps.
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Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured
with screws).
Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory.
5Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio
output.
6Ventilation and cooling
fan
Allows the computer to stay cool.
Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
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Environment
•Temperature:
•Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C
•Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C
•Humidity (non-condensing):
•Operating: 20% to 80%
•Non-operating: 20% to 80%
Using the keyboard
Hotkeys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the
computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output.
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other
key in the hotkey combination.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
<Fn> + <F3> Airplane mode Enables/disables the computer’s
communication devices.
<Fn> + <F4> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
<Fn> + <F5> Display toggle
Switches display output between the
display screen, external monitor (if
connected) and both.
<Fn> + <F6> Screen blank
Turns the display screen backlight off
to save power. Press any key to
return.
<Fn> + <F7> Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and
off.
<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
<Fn> + <F11> NumLk Number Lock Turns the embedded numeric keypad
on or off.
<Fn> + <F12> Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on or off.
<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.

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<Fn> + < > Volume up Increases the sound volume.
<Fn> + < > Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
<Fn> + <Home> Play/Pause Play or pause a selected media file.
<Fn> + <Pg Up> Stop Stop playing the selected media file.
<Fn> + <Pg Dn> Previous Return to the previous media file.
<Fn> + <End> Next Jump to the next media file.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
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