User manual ACER TRAVELMATE 250P

[. . . ] TravelMate 240P/250P series User's guide Copyright © 2003. TravelMate 240P/250P series User's guide Original Issue: June 2003 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. [. . . ] However, some users and the applications they use may demand more. This computer allows you to upgrade key components when you need increased performance. Note: Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to perform a key component upgrade. Memory upgrade Memory is expandable to 2 GB, employing DDR 266/333 256MB/512MB/ 1GB SDRAM modules. There are two memory slots on your computer, one of which is occupied by standard memory. You can upgrade memory by installing a memory module into the available slot, or replacing the standard memory with a higher-capacity memory module. 45 Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base. Remove the screw from the memory cover (a); then lift up and remove the memory cover (b). English 2 46 2 Customizing my computer English 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot (1), then gently press it down until it clicks into place (2). 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. 47 Using system utilities Notebook Manager The computer has a built-in system setup program called Notebook Manager. The Windows-based Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords, the startup sequence of the drives, and power management settings. It also shows current hardware configurations. To start the Notebook Manager, press Fn-F2 or follow these steps: 1 Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager. 2 Select the Notebook Manager application to run the program. Click on Help for more information. English 48 2 Customizing my computer English Launch Manager There are six Launch Keys located above the keyboard. The Wireless and Bluetooth buttons are not programmable. Launch Manager only allows you to set the other four Launch Keys. See "Launch Keys" on page 23 for more information. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application. 49 BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (basic input/ouput system). Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To activate the BIOS Utility, press F2 during the POST (power-on selftest) while the TravelMate logo is being displayed. English Navigating the BIOS Utility These are the menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot and Exit. To enter a menu, highlight the item using the keys. Within a menu, navigate through the BIOS Utility by following these instructions: · · · · Press the cursor up/down keys () to select item. Press the -/+ to change the value of a parameter. Press Esc while you are in any of the menu options to return to the main menu 50 2 Customizing my computer English Note: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Information The Information screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information. Note: The screen above is for reference only. [. . . ] This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. A-Tick notice Apparatus Claims of U. S. 4, 631, 603, 4, 577, 216, 4, 819, 098, and 4, 907, 093 licensed for limited viewing uses only. For safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label. This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. The unit shall be connected to Telecommunication Network through a line cord which meets the requirements of ACA Technical Standard TS008. [. . . ]