Acer Aspire E5 User Manual

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You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing  +  or 
by closing the display.
When you are ready to use the computer again, open the display and, 
if necessary, press and release the power button.
What to bring to meetings
If your meeting is relatively short, you probably do not need to bring 
anything with you other than your computer. If your meeting will be 
longer, or if your battery is not fully charged, you may want to bring 
the AC adapter with you to plug in...

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What to take with you
Unless you have some items at home, take the following items with 
you:
• AC adapter and power cord.
• A spare battery
• The printed Setup Guide.
Special considerations
Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to 
and from work:
• Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the 
computer with you.
• If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry 
the computer with you, leave the computer in the...

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Traveling with the computer
When you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your 
office building to a clients office building or traveling locally.
Preparing the computer
Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that 
the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require 
you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area.
What to take with you
Take the following items with you:
• AC adapter
• Spare,...

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Traveling internationally
When you are moving from country to country.
Preparing the computer
Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.
What to bring with you
Bring the following items with you:
• AC adapter.
• Power cords that are appropriate for your destination(s).
• Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s).
• Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer.
• Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to customs...

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Ports and connectors...
In this section you will find:
• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer 

56 - Memory card reader
MEMORY CARD READER
Connectivity options
Your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that allow you 
to connect peripheral devices to your computer. For instructions on 
how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the 
following section.
Memory card reader
Memory cards are used in a wide selection of digital 
cameras, PDAs, MP3 players and mobile phones. 
Inserting a memory card
1. Align the card so that the connector points towards the port, with the...

Memory card reader - 57
(2 TB). Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card 
reader.
Removing a card from a memory card reader
1. Click on Show hidden icons
arrow in the Notification Area (next 
to the clock).
2. Click on the Safely Remove 
Hardware icon.
3. Click on Eject SD Card (or the 
name of the device).
4. Wait until a Safe to Remove 
Hardware message is displayed.
5. Remove the card.
Note
SDXC memory cards can only be used in an SDXC-compatible reader; SD 
and SDHC cards can be used in...

58 - Video and audio connectors
VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS
Connect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection 
supported depends on your computer’s configuration). The 
appropriate cable is usually included with the monitor. 
Follow these steps to connect an monitor to your computer:
1. Check that the computer is powered off and the monitor power 
switch is turned off.
2. Attach the video cable to the monitor port on the computer. Secure 
the cable connection with the screws provided.
3....

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HDMI
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital 
audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible 
digital audio/video source, such as your computer, a set-top box, DVD 
player, and audio/video receiver to any compatible digital audio and/or 
video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV) with a single cable.
The single cable keeps everything neat and tidy while ensuring easy 
connection and the best audio and visual quality. 

60 - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB)
The USB port is a high-speed port which allows you to connect USB 
peripherals, such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional 
storage (external hard disks), or any other compatible device.
You can also charge devices such as tablets, smartphones, or other 
devices through a USB port. Some USB 3.0 ports support charging 
devices when the computer is in Hibernate or turned off. Additionally, 
you can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices...