Acer Travelmate C210 Service Guide

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Indicators
The computer has two easy-to-read status indicators to the right of the keyboard, and four on the front panel.
The power, media, Bluetooth and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD 
display is closed.
IconFunctionDescription
Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.
Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
HDD activity Indicates when the hard disk or optical drive is active.
Battery indicator Lights up when the computer is on.
Bluetooth...

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Easy-launch buttons
Located to the righ tof hte keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: 
mail, Web browser, Acer Empowering Key < >and one user-programmable button.
Press < >to run the Acer Empowering Technology. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to email 
and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, 
run the Acer Launch Manager.
.
Easy-launch buttonDefault application
P...

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Trackpoint and click buttons
The built-in trackpoint is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor 
responds as you use your finger to move the trackpoint. Its central location on the move your finger on the 
surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimal comfort and support.
NOTE:  If you are using an external USB mouse, you can press Fn-F7 to disable the touchpad.
Trackpoint basics
The following items show you how to use the...

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Using the keyboard
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad
The keyboard has full-sized keys with an embedded numeric keypad, as well as separate lock, cursor and 
Windows keys, and hotkey controls.
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters 
located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbol 
are not printed on the keys.
Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform...

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Hot Keys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access many computer controls, including screen 
brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. 
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the  key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
KeyIconDescription
Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as 
clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the 
Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to 
provides a variety of functions:
    +  :...

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Special keys
You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your 
keyboard.
 The Euro symbol
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
 +  Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
See “Power management” on page 25.
 +  Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, 
external monitor (if connected) and both the display 
screen and external monitor.
 +  Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. 
Press any...

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2.Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold  and  then press the  key at 
the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE:  Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/
typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
The US dollar sign
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
2.Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold  and then press the  key at the 
upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE:  This function varies according...

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Acer Empowering Technology
Acer’s innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and 
manage your new Acer notebook. It features the following handy utilities: 
TAcer eNet Management (for selected models) hooks up to location-based networks intelligently.
TAcer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles.
TAcer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently.
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Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the 
appropriate profile when you move from one location to another. Settings stored include network connection 
settings (IP and DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. 
Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password 
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Acer ePower Management   
Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower 
Management from the Empowering Technology interface.
AC Mode (Adapter mode)
The default setting is “Maximum Performance.” You can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other 
settings, or click on buttons to turn the following functions on/off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, FireWire 
(1394), Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported.
DC Mode (Battery mode)
There are...