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                        Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 
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                        Copyright © 2007. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 10/2007 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation  to notify any person of such revisions 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 a
                    
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                        iii Information for your safety and  comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference.  Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid  cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to  th
                    
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                        iv Warnings • Do not use this product near water. • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product  falls, it could be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable  operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These  openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be  blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.  This product should never be placed near or 
                    
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                        v Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from  unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that  may interfere with the performance of this product. • Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need  to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets  the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type  SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6  meters (15 feet) maximum 
                    
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                        vi discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the  operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use  only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Acer  approved chargers designated for this device. Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery  that is damaged. Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can  occur when a metallic object such as a coin, clip or pen cause
                    
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                        vii Telephone line safety • Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or  before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning, do not connect  the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts  when adding or changing components. Consult your reseller for  purchase options. Additional safety information Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. K
                    
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                        viii Pacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation  of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and a  pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These  recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and  recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers  should do the following: • Always keep the device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from the  pacemaker • Not carry the device ne
                    
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                        ix Emergency calls Warning: You cannot make emergency calls through this device. To make an  emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone or other  telephone call system. Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding.  To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment,  please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and  Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit  http://global.acer.com/a
                    
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                        x ENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives  people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and  without sacrificing quality or product features. Products that earn the ENERGY  STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency  guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US  Department of Energy (DOE). In the average home, 75% of all electricity used  to power home electronics is consumed wh
                    
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                        xi Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a  footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe  the following tips: • refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg  muscles • take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders • avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders • i
                    
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                        xii Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing  and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. Warning! We do not recommend using the computer on a couch  or bed. If this is unavoidable, work for only short periods, take  breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises. Note: For more information, 
                    
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                        xiii Declaration of Conformity We,         Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited         3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District,         Shanghai, China Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw Hereby declare that: Product:  Notebook PC Trade Name: Acer Model Number: MS2229 Machine Type: Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 SKU Number: Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420-xxxxx  ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential requirements and othe
                    
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                        xv First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for  meeting your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get started with  setting up your computer. The printed User's Guide introduces you to the basic features and  functions of your new computer. For more on how your computer  can help you to be more productive, please refer to the  Ace
                    
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                        xvi To turn the power off, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start  then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey   + . Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and  hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down  the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on  again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. Taking care of 
                    
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                        xvii Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off  before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapte
                    
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                        Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information vii Operating environment vii Medical devices vii Vehicles viii Potentially explosive environments viii Emergency calls ix Disposal instructions ix Tips and information for comfortable use x Federal Communications Comission  Declaration of Conformity xii Declaration of Conformity xiii First things first xv Your guides xv Basic care and tips for using your computer xv Turning your computer on and off
                    
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                        Using the keyboard 29 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 29 Windows keys 30 Hotkeys 31 Special keys 32 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 33 Using a computer security lock 33 Audio 34 Adjusting the volume 34 Using the system utilities 35 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 35 Launch Manager 36 Norton Internet Security 37 Frequently asked questions 39 Requesting service 42 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 42 Before you call 42 Battery pack 43 Battery pack characteristics 43