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TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 11
...• avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within
comfortable reach
• if you view your ...graphics clarity.
• Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or
any light source
• minimizing room light by using drapes, shades ...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 19
IEEE 1394 port
55
PC Card slot
56
Installing memory
56
Using software
57
Playing DVD movies
57
Power management
58
Acer eRecovery Management
59
Create backup
59
Burn backup disc
60
Restore and recovery
60
Troubleshooting
61
Troubleshooting tips
61
Error messages
61
Regulations and safety notices
63
FCC notice
63
Modem notices
64
Laser compliance statement
67
LCD ...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 33
... or activities. Settings include display brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on/off, external display settings, display orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on or off, and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 40
...; S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support
• 80/120/160 GB hard disk drive with Acer DASP (Disk
Anti-Shock Protection) enhancement
• Acer MediaBay hot-swappable 80/120/160 GB 2nd hard disk
drive
• Acer MediaBay hot-swappable optical drive:
• 8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive
• 5-in-1 card reader supporting Secure Digital™ (SD),
MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 56
...system utilities
Acer TPM-based Bio-Protection (for selected models)
Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Utilizing the uniqueness of one's fingerprint features, Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your computer with...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 61
... the tray. (If your computer's optical drive is a slot-load model, it will not have an eject hole.)
The keyboard does not respond.
Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose.
The infrared port does not work.
Check...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 62
... software (e.g. HyperTerminal), you need to set up your location: 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Phone and Modem Options. 3 Click on Dialing Rules and begin setting up your location. Refer to the Windows manual.
Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to complete the installation...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 66
...sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to a mains power outlet. You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is ...to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on-the-go
use. • Eject a PC Card if it is ...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 77
... the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer.
Using software
Playing DVD movies
When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disk; then...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 79
... save a backup of the current system configuration to hard disk, CD or DVD. You can also backup/restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions: 1 Create backup 2 Burn backup disc 3 Restore and recovery This chapter will guide you through each process.
Note: This feature is...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 80
... toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Restore button. 3 Select the backup point you would like to restore from. You can also
choose to recover the system from a factory default image, recover from a previously created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers. 4 Follow the instructions on screen...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 95
... network 54
D
display hotkeys 31 troubleshooting 40
DVD 57 DVD movies
playing 57
E
error messages 61 Euro 32
F
FAQ. See frequently-asked questions frequently-asked questions 40 front view 16, 20
H
Hibernation mode hotkey 31
hotkeys 31
I
IEEE 1394 port 55 infrared 54
K
keyboard 29 embedded numeric keypad 29 hotkeys 31 lock keys 29 troubleshooting 41 Windows...
TravelMate 6492/6492G User's Guide EN - Page 96
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installing 56- 57 messages
error 61 modem 53
N
network 54 Notebook Manager
hotkey 31 num lock 29
on indicator 24 numeric keypad
embedded 29
P
PC Card 56 ejecting 56 inserting 56
ports 53 printer
troubleshooting 41 problems 40
CD-ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 61
Q
questions setting location for modem use 42
S
safety
CD or DVD 67 modem...
Service Guide - Page 11
... and H.264 (AVC) support (acceleration) • S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support
Storage subsystem
• 80/120/160 GB hard disk drive with Acer DASP (Disk Anti-Shock Protection) enhancement • Acer MediaBay hot-swappable optical drive
• 8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive • 5-in-1 card reader supporting Secure Digital™ (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick® (MS...
Service Guide - Page 40
... on or off.
Zoom/Face Track Settings Zoom/Face Track Settings
Capturing photos or videos
To capture a photo or a video clip, rotate the Acer OrbiCam to get the desired angle, then click the Take a Picture or Record a Video button. The Windows Picture and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to display or play a preview of the...
Service Guide - Page 59
... model name of devices installed on secondary IDE master. The hard disk drive or optical drive model name is automatically detected by the system This field shows the serial number of devices installed on secondary IDE master This field displays the ATAPI model name Displays system BIOS version This field displays the VGA firmware version of the system This field displays the serial number of this...
Service Guide - Page 69
...
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions: q New versions of system programs q New features or options q Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted.
Use the Flash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
Note: If you do not have a crisis recovery diskette at hand, then you should create a Crisis Recovery Diskette before you use the Flash utility.
Note: Do not install...
Service Guide - Page 109
... to main board. 2. Go to the diagnostic memory in the test items. 3. Press F2 in the test items. 4. Follow the instructions in the message window.
Note: Make sure that the DIMM is fully installed into the connector. A loose connection can cause an error.
Power System Check
To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each...
Service Guide - Page 122
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Reconnect hard disk/CD-ROM drives. Hard disk connection board System board
Peripheral-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error System configuration does not match the installed devices. External display does not work correctly. USB does not work correctly Print problems.
Serial or parallel port device problems.
Action in Sequence
Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot...
Service Guide - Page 189
...These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan. Acer's Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you need them. In the Technical Information section you can download information on all of Acer's Notebook, Desktop and Server models including:
q Service guides for all models q User's manuals q Training materials q Bios updates q Software utilities q Spare parts lists...