Acer TravelMate 2430 - Manual (Page 8)

Special considerations 29
Setting up a home office 29
Traveling with the computer 29
Preparing the computer 29
What to take with you 29
Special considerations 30
Traveling internationally with the computer 30
Preparing the computer 30
What to bring with you 30
Special considerations 30
Securing your computer 31
Using a computer security lock 31
Using passwords 31
Entering passwords 32
Setting passwords 32
Expanding through options 33
Connectivity options 33
Fax/data modem 33
Built-in network feature 34
Universal Serial Bus (USB) 34
PC Card slot 35
Installing memory 35
BIOS utility 36
Boot sequence 36
Enable disk-to-disk recovery 37
Password 37
Using software 37
Playing DVD movies 37
Power management 38
Acer eRecovery 38
Create backup 39
Restore from backup 39
Create factory default image CD 40
Re-install bundled software without CD 40
Change password 41
Troubleshooting 42
Troubleshooting tips 42
Error messages 42
Regulations and safety notices 44
ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 44
FCC notice 44
Modem notices 45
Important safety instructions 48
Laser compliance statement 50
LCD pixel statement 50
Macrovision copyright protection notice 50
Radio device regulatory notice 51