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TravelMate 430 Series

User’s Guide

Model

BQ12

Copyright © 2003 Acer Incorporated.
All Rights Reserved.

TravelMate 430 Series Notebook Computer User's Guide
Original Issue: January 2003

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the
following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded
interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices) any
changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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First things first

We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of
notebook computers your choice for your mobile computing needs.
We hope you will be happy with your TravelMate as much as we
enjoyed making it for you.

Your guides

To help you use your TravelMate, we have designed a set of guides:

First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get
started with setting up your computer.

This User’s Guide introduces you to the many ways your
computer can help you be more productive. This guide
provides clear and concise information about the computer,
so read it thoroughly.

If you ever need to print out a copy, this User’s guide is also
available in PDF (Portable Document Format). Follow these
steps:

1 Click on Start, Programs, AcerSystem.
2 Click on AcerSystem User’s Guide.
Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader

installed. For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat
Reader, access the Help menu.

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For more information about our products, services, and support
information, please visit our Web site (global.acer.com).

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Basic care and tips for using your computer

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Turning your computer on and off

To turn on the computer, simply press the power button - the leftmost
button above the keybaord of your TravelMate. See page 3 for the
exact location of the power button.

To turn the power off, do any of the following:

• Use the Windows shutdown command
For Windows 2000:

down; then click on OK.

- or ­For Windows XP:

Turn O ff.

• Use the power switch

Note: You can also use the power switch to perform power
management functions. See Windows help for more information.

• Use the customized functions for power management
You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover,

or by pressing the sleep hot key (Fn-F4). See “Hot keys” on page

15.

Click on Start, Shut Down..., and select Shut

Click on Start, Turn off Comp u t er; then click

Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and
hold the power switch 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 your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it
near sources of heat, such as a radiator.

• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or
above 50ºC (122ºF).

• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.

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• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.

• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration.

• Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.

• Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the

computer.

• Do not slam the computer display when you close it.

• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.

Taking care of your AC adapter

Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:

• Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.

Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal
traffic.

• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself
but pull on the plug.

• The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not
exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension
cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into
a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.

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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

at all possible.

Cleaning and servicing

When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:

1 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.
2 Disconnect the AC adapter.

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3 Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or

aerosol cleaners.

4 To clean the display screen, use an LCD cleaning kit.

If any of the following occurs:

• The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.

• Liquid has been spilled into the product.

• The computer does not operate normally.

Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 47.

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Your guides iii
Basic care and tips for using your computer iv

1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1

A TravelMate tour 3

Front view 3
Left view 5
Right view 6
Rear view 7

Bottom view 8
Features 9
Indicators 11
Using the keyboard 12

Special keys 12
Touchpad 20

Touchpad basics 20
Storage 22

Hard disk 22

Optical drive 22

Using software 23
Audio 24

Adjusting the volume 24

Using the Audio DJ feature 25
Power management 26
Moving around with your TravelMate 27

Disconnecting from the desktop 27

Moving around 27

Taking the computer home 28

Traveling with the computer 30

Traveling internationally with the computer 30
Securing your computer 32

Using a computer security lock 32

Using passwords 32

Contents

2 Customizing my computer 35

Expanding through options 37

Connectivity options 37

Upgrade options 41
Using system utilities 43

Notebook Manager 43

Launch Manager 44