Acer TravelMate 340 driver and firmware
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User Guide - Page 4
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Printer
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External pointing device
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External PS/2 mouse
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External serial mouse
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External USB mouse
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External keyboard and keypad
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Audio devices
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PC Cards
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USB devices
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USB video capture kit - option
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Mobile jacket
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Miscellaneous options
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Key component upgrades
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Memory upgrade
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Hard disk upgrade
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4 Moving with your computer
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User Guide - Page 7
... the receiver is
connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help
Notice: Shielded cables
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
Notice: Peripheral devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B limits may be...
User Guide - Page 9
... refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
b. If liquid has been spilled into the product
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water
d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls...
User Guide - Page 14
xiv 2. Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC-in jack on the rear of the
computer and the other end to a power outlet.
3. Slide the display cover latch to the left to open the display. Slide the power switch towards the rear of the computer then release it to turn on the power. The POST (Power On Self-Test) routine executes and Windows begins loading.
User Guide - Page 15
... least two seconds before powering up.
Getting help and support
This user's guide provides clear and concise information about the computer, so read it thoroughly. To provide you with help when traveling, the computer also has a comprehensive online documentation.
Accessing the online guide
To access the online guide, follow these steps: 1. Press the Windows logo button or click...
User Guide - Page 16
... 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.
Support information
Your computer is backed by an International Traveler's Warranty (ITW) that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling. Our worldwide network of service...
User Guide - Page 59
..., floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity time-out), the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy.
Your computer supports the following power management standards for reducing power consumption on your computer: • Advanced Power and...
User Guide - Page 76
... (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). The computer supports SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory). There are two memory slots on your computer, one of which is user-upgradeable.
Note: If you need to upgrade the main memory slot, please contact your dealer.
Installing memory
Follow these steps to install memory: 1. Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and...
User Guide - Page 77
... automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size.
Hard disk upgrade
You can upgrade your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space. The computer uses a 9.5mm, 2.5-inch Enhanced-IDE hard disk.
Installing a replacement hard disk
Follow these steps to install a hard disk: 1. Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the
battery...
User Guide - Page 87
... kits sold for appliances to power the computer. • If you are using the modem, check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in.
Note: If you are using Windows 95, you need to set the country location using the Modem Country Selection program in the Control Panel.
User Guide - Page 91
... utilities, drivers and application software
Note: To access Windows software applications, click on the Start button and select the application folder. Then click on the application icon to run the selected application. To learn about the software and utility, make use of the online help provided by the software.
Your computer is also compliant with or supports the...
User Guide - Page 92
... a utility that works with your computer's BIOS and Windows ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) or APM (Advanced Power Management) to manage the Hibernation operation. This includes: • creating the Hibernation file which contains the current state of the computer • checking if the Hibernation file is valid • saving and loading the contents of the Hibernation...
User Guide - Page 121
... 93 for details. • Make sure both devices are IrDA-compliant.
I want to set up my location to use the internal modem.
To properly use your communications software (e.g., HyperTerminal), you need to set up your location: 1. Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2. Double-click on Modems. 3. Click on Dialing Properties and begin setting up your location. Refer to the Windows manual.
User Guide - Page 122
... this problem, use tools such as Disk Defragmenter (Windows) to compact these free disk spaces. Then run Sleep Manager again to create the file.
• Disk compression utilities are used.
Sleep Manager can work with most compression software. However, Sleep Manager can only create the space on a host drive. A host drive stores original file information and cannot...
User Guide - Page 123
.... To open the System Properties window: a. Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. b. Double-click on System. c. Click on the Device Manager tab. 3. Close all application programs (i.e., fax or communication programs) if you plan to diagnose the modem. To run PC-Doctor, simply double-click on the PC-Doctor icon located on the Windows desktop. You can also access...
User Guide - Page 129
... soDIMM sockets (one user-upgradeable socket)
• 64-bit dual memory banks • 256KB Flash ROM BIOS
Data storage
• One 2.5-inch, 9.5mm removable hard disk • One external EasyLink Combo Drive (floppy drive + CD-ROM or DVD-
ROM drive)
Display and video
• 12.1-inch Thin Film Transistor LCD displaying 32-bit true-color at 800x600 SVGA resolution
• 64-bit graphics...
User Guide - Page 131
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Options
• 32-/64-/128-MB memory upgrade module • Higher-capacity hard disk drive • EasyLink DVD Combo Drive (floppy drive + DVD-ROM drive) • PS/2 y-bridge cable • Additional AC adapter and battery pack • External battery charger • USB video capture kit • Mobile jacket cover accessory • File transfer cable • External numeric keypad •...
User Guide - Page 134
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EasyLink Combo Drive 16 error messages 107 Euro 12
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FAQ. See frequently-asked questions Fast Infrared. See infrared file transfer cable
connecting 57 FIR. See infrared floppy disk
ejecting 18 floppy drive 16 frequently-asked questions 101
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hard disk 16 installing 59- 60 power management 44 upgrading 59
help Internet home page xvii online manual xv online services 106 technical support xvi web...
User Guide - Page 135
... 81 Power Management 85 starting 79 notice DVD copyright protection xii year 2000 compliance xi num lock 8 on indicator 7 numeric keypad embedded 9 num lock 9
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online services 106 options
cables 56 hard disk upgrade 59 memory upgrade 58 PC Cards 53 spare AC adapter 56 spare battery 56
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palm rest 13 parallel port
setting in BIOS Utility 94 password 29
changing in Setup Utility...
User Guide - Page 136
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connecting 56
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questions multiple PS/2 devices 103 setting location for modem use 103
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safety CD-ROM x FCC notice vii general instructions ix lithium battery xi modem notices viii
scroll lock 8 security
keylock 29 passwords 29 serial mouse connecting 49 serial port setting in BIOS Utility 94 service when to call xviii Sleep Manager 74 troubleshooting 104 sleep mode 42 software bundled 73 ...