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- Page 1 ICONIA W510 / W511 User’s Manual...
- Page 2 © 2012. All Rights Reserved. ICONIA W510 / W511 User’s Manual Model: W510 First issue: 6 November 2012...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
A BLE O F CONTENTS Safety and comfort Micro USB First things first HDMI Micro Your guides ............15 Using the virtual keyboard Basic care and tips for using your computer ............15 Wireless networks Wireless networks Wireless networks Turning your computer on and off..... 15 Connecting to the Internet ....... - Page 4 Three concepts you might want to Error messages........60 keep in mind..........53 Recovering your system How do I access the charms?....53 Recovery from a supplied recovery DVD ..62 How do I get to Start? ....... 53 How do I jump between apps?....54 Recovery How do I turn off my computer?....
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Page 5: Safety And Comfort
AFETY AND COMFORT AFETY 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 ore cleaning. - Page 6 - If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.
- Page 7 - Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings. - Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you. Bundled dummy cards - Note: Information in this section may not apply to your computer. Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the card slots. Dummies protect unused slots from dust, metal objects or other particles.
- Page 8 Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: - The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed.
- Page 9 The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, refer to qualified service personnel.
- Page 10 some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed. Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the device, and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid.
- Page 11 equipment that has been added. Only qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly.
- Page 12 ISPOSAL 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 www.acer-group.com/public/ Sustainability/sustainability01.htm IPS AND INFORMATION FOR COMFORTABLE USE...
- Page 13 - 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. - Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach.
- Page 14 using a glare-reduction filter, using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge. - Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle. - Avoid looking at bright light sources for extended periods of time. Developing good work habits The following work habits make computer use more relaxing and productive: The following work habits make computer use more relaxing and productive:...
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Page 15: First Things First
I RST TH ING S F IR S T 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: To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the setup poster helps you get started with setting up your... -
Page 16: Taking Care Of Your Computer
If you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don’t want to completely shut it down, you can put it into Hibernate by pressing the power button. 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. -
Page 17: Taking Care Of Your Ac Adapter
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 foot traffic. -
Page 18: 18 - Your Acer Tablet Pc Tour
OU R CER T AB L E T TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new Acer computer. You can enter information into you new computer with the touchscreen. Tablet PC Your tablet computer has two components: the tablet and an optional Your tablet computer has two components: the tablet and an optional... -
Page 19: Bottom View
Note: Display orientation may be fixed when apps designed for a specific orientation are running. These include games and other full- screen apps. When making video calls, you should always hold the tablet in landscape orientation. LED Indicators LED color State Description Blue Steady... -
Page 20: Front View
Front view No. Item Description Description Description Integrated Web camera for video communication. Web camera for video communication. Web camera for video communication. webcam Windows key Windows key Windows key Press once to open the Start menu. 20 - Your Acer tablet PC tour... -
Page 21: Back View
Back view Item Description Description Description Flash LED flash for camera. LED flash for camera. LED flash for camera. Camera indicator Camera indicator Camera indicator Lights up when camera is active. light 8-megapixel camera for taking high-resolution Camera images. NFC contact area. NFC (optional) Not available on all models. -
Page 22: Left/Right Views
Left/right views No. Item Description Description Description Speakers Delivers stereo audio output. Delivers stereo audio output. Delivers stereo audio output. Volume key Press to increase or decrease volume. Supports high-definition digital video Micro HDMI port Micro HDMI port Micro HDMI port connections. -
Page 23: Installing A Sim Card (Only For Selected Models)
No. Item Description MicroSD card slot Insert a microSD card into this slot. Insert a SIM card into this slot. SIM card slot* * - only for selected models. Installing a SIM card (only for selected models) Certain computers include a SIM slot for Internet access. To take full Certain computers include a SIM slot for Internet access. -
Page 24: Sim Card Lock
Select your data connection from the list of networks. Select Connect, then Next. SIM card lock Your computer may come with a SIM card lock, i.e., you will only be able to use the SIM card provided you will only be able to use the SIM card provided you will only be able to use the SIM card provided by your network operator. -
Page 25: Connect The Tablet To The Keyboard Dock
Connect the tablet to the keyboard dock The keyboard dock is optional. Align the tablet with the dock connector and two pins on the keyboard dock. Press the tablet down until the release latch clicks into place. Secure the tablet to the keyboard dock Secure the tablet to the keyboard dock Secure the tablet to the keyboard dock Place the tablet on the dock, ensuring it clicks into place. -
Page 26: Keyboard Dock
Keyboard dock The following set of images show you the optional keyboard dock. Front view No. Item Description Pin for keyboard Secures the tablet to the dock. Secures the tablet to the dock. Secures the tablet to the dock. dock Dock connector Connects to the dock connector on the tablet. -
Page 27: Top View
Top view No. Item Description Description Description Battery and power Indicates the tablet's power status. Indicates the tablet's power status. Indicates the tablet's power status. indicators Keyboard For entering data into your tablet. For entering data into your tablet. For entering data into your tablet. Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device. -
Page 28: Left View
Left view No. Item Description DC-in Connects to an AC adapter. Connects to an AC adapter. Connects to an AC adapter. Right view No. Item Description Description Description USB 2.0 port Connect to USB devices. Connect to USB devices. Connect to USB devices. 28 - Your Acer tablet PC tour... -
Page 29: Bottom View
Bottom view No. Item Description Description Description Secures the tablet to the keyboard dock until Secures the tablet to the keyboard dock until Secures the tablet to the keyboard dock until Release latch opened. opened. opened. Your Acer tablet PC tour - 29... -
Page 30: Micro Usb
US B ICRO The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up system resources. The Micro USB port provides a compact port that is fully compatible with The Micro USB port provides a compact port that is fully compatible with The Micro USB port provides a compact port that is fully compatible with USB 2.0 devices. -
Page 31: Hdmi Micro
HDM I M ICRO HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single... -
Page 32: Using The Virtual Keyboard
S I N G TH E VIRTUAL K E Y BOARD Microsoft Windows provides a convenient virtual keyboard for entering data. There are several ways to display the keyboard: Tap inside any text field to display the Windows virtual keyboard. 32 - Using the virtual keyboard... - Page 33 From Desktop, tap the Keyboard icon in the system tray to display the keyboard. Tap the "x" in the keyboard’s top-right corner to close the keyboard. Using the virtual keyboard - 33...
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Page 34: Wireless Networks
IRELESS N E TW ORK S Connecting to the Internet Your computer's wireless connection is turned on by default. Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup. Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup. Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup. - Page 35 Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Components of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you need to have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are two-way transceivers that broadcast data into the Access points (routers) are two-way transceivers that broadcast data into the...
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Page 36: Acer Clear.fi
CER C L E A R Note: Only for certain models. With Acer clear.fi, you can enjoy videos, photos and music. Stream media from, or to, other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. Note: All devices must be connected to the same network. All devices must be connected to the same network. -
Page 37: Shared Files
Shared files Devices connected to your network are shown in the Home Shared section. Select a device, then select the category to explore. After a short delay, shared files and folders are shown on the right. Browse to the file you want to play, then double-click to start playback. Use the media controls in the bar across the bottom of the screen to Use the media controls in the bar across the bottom of the screen to Use the media controls in the bar across the bottom of the screen to... -
Page 38: Playing To Another Device
Note: DLNA is an standard that allows devices connected to a home network to communicate and share files. Playing to another device If you want to play the media on another device, you need to do the following: 1. In the bottom right corner, select Play to. 2. -
Page 39: Screen Orientation And G-Sensor
CREEN OR IENTATION SE N S O R Your computer has a built-in accelerometer that detects the tablet’s orientation and automatically rotates the screen to suit the orientation. orientation and automatically rotates the screen to suit the orientation. orientation and automatically rotates the screen to suit the orientation. You can lock the screen orientation by using the lock switch. -
Page 40: Power Management
OWER MA N A GE M E N T This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. - Page 41 1. Open the Desktop. 2. Click Power Options in the Notification area. 3. Select More Power Options. 4. Select Choose what the power buttons do. 5. To access Shutdown Settings, select Change settings that are Change settings that are Change settings that are currently unavailable.
- Page 42 6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7. Select Save changes. 42 - Power management...
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Page 43: Battery Pack
ATTERY P A CK The computer uses an embedded battery pack that gives you long use between charges. Battery pack characteristics The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC ou connect the computer to the AC ou connect the computer to the AC adapter. - Page 44 2. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Turn on the computer and operate using battery power. 4. Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 5. Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.
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Page 45: Optimizing Battery Life
Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use. •... - Page 46 When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on your situation: Situation Recommended Action 1. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the main power supply. The AC adapter 2. Save all necessary files. and a power outlet 3.
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Page 47: Securing Your Computer
ECURI NG Y O U R COMPUTER Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. Setting Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. -
Page 48: Entering Passwords
Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to access the BIOS >... -
Page 49: Frequently Asked Questions
REQUENTLY ASKED QU E ST I ONS The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator:... - Page 50 • The brightness level might be too low. Press <Fn> + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press the display toggle hotkey <Fn> + <F5> to toggle the display back to the computer.
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Page 51: Requesting Service
The printer does not work Check the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on. • Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer. - Page 52 Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you call. With your support, we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently.
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Page 53: Tips And Hints For Using Windows 8
Tips and hints for using Windows 8 We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you get started. Three concepts you might want to keep in mind 1. -
Page 54: How Do I Jump Between Apps
How do I jump between apps? Swipe the left-hand edge of the screen inwards to cycle through apps that are currently running. How do I turn off my computer? Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards, tap Settings > Power Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards, tap Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards, tap and select the action you'd like to take. -
Page 55: How Do I Personalize My Computer
Tap and hold the preview icon to see the characters you've entered to ensure the password is correct. How do I personalize my computer? You can personalize Start with a different background image or by arranging the tiles to suit your personal needs. To change the background, swipe the right-hand edge of the screen To change the background, swipe the right-hand edge of the screen To change the background, swipe the right-hand edge of the screen... -
Page 56: I Want To Use Windows In The Way That I'm Used To - Give Me My Desktop Back
So, how do I close an app? Swipe the window downwards from the top to the bottom of the screen. Can I change the screen resolution? Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search, tap the text box to open the onscreen keyboard and start typing 'Control Panel' to display the results;... - Page 57 How do I make an app appear on Start? If you're in All apps and you want to make an app appear on Start, tap and drag the app downwards and release it. Tap Pin to Start from the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen.
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Page 58: What Is A Microsoft Id (Account)
What is a Microsoft ID (account)? A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to sign in to Windows. You can use any email address, but it is best if you choose the one you already use to communicate with friends and sign in to your favorite websites. -
Page 59: How Do I Check For Windows Updates
How do I check for Windows updates? Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > Windows Updates. Tap Check for updates now. Where can I get more information? For more information please visit the following pages: For more information please visit the following pages: For more information please visit the following pages: •... -
Page 60: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. - Page 61 Error messages Corrective action Insert a system (bootable) disk, then press Disk boot failure <Enter> to reboot. Press <F2> (during POST) to enter the BIOS Equipment utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to configuration error reboot. Contact your dealer or an authorized service Contact your dealer or an authorized service Contact your dealer or an authorized service Hard disk 0 error...
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Page 62: 62 - Recovering Your System
EC OVER IN G Y O U R S YS T EM Depending on the storage space available in your computer, your computer either uses the Acer Recovery Management program, or is supplied with one or more system recovery DVDs. To use a system recovery DVD, please see the instructions below, otherwise see recovery DVD, please see the instructions below, otherwise see recovery DVD, please see the instructions below, otherwise see... -
Page 63: Recovery
E CO VE R Y If you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see page 49) do not help, you can 'recover' your computer - i.e. return it to an earlier state. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. - Page 64 1. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Factory Default Backup. The Recovery Drive window Create Factory Default Backup Create Factory Default Backup opens. 64 - Recovery...
- Page 65 Make sure Copy contents from the recovery partition to the recovery drive is selected. This provides the most complete and safest recovery backup. 3. Plug in the USB drive then click Next. • Make sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing. The recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage 4.
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Page 66: Creating A Drivers And Applications Backup
7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. 7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. 7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such Important: Write a unique, descrip Important: Write a unique, descrip as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. - Page 67 1. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Drivers and Applications Backup. Create Drivers and Applications Backup Create Drivers and Applications Backup Plug in the USB drive or insert a blank DVD into the optical drive, then Plug in the USB drive or insert a bl Plug in the USB drive or insert a bl click Next.
- Page 68 • If you are using a USB drive, make sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing. • If using DVDs, it will also show the number of blank, recordable discs • If using DVDs, it will also show the number of blank, recordable discs •...
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Page 69: Recovering Your System
3. Click Start to copy files.You will be shown the backup progress on the screen. 4. Follow the process until it completes: • If you are using optical discs, the drive ejects each disc as it completes burning it. Remove the disc from the drive and mark it with a permanent marker. -
Page 70: Reinstalling Drivers And Applications
solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly. For instructions, see "Returning to an earlier system snapshot" on page 73. 3. Reset your operating system. If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning your system "Returning your system "Returning your system... - Page 71 If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. • Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications. Reinstall Drivers or Applications Reinstall Drivers or Applications Recovery - 71...
- Page 72 • You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. • Click the install icon for the item you want to install, then follow icon for the item you want to install, then follow icon for the item you want to install, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
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Page 73: Returning To An Earlier System Snapshot
2. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. 3. Click the install icon for the item you want to install, then follow the icon for the item you want to install, then follow the icon for the item you want to install, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation. -
Page 74: Returning Your System To Its Factory Condition
apps. Type 'Windows system restore' in the Search Help box, then press Enter. Returning to a restore point 1. From Start, type 'Control Panel' and then click Control Panel in the list of apps. 2. Click System and Security > Action Center, then click Recovery at , then click , then click the bottom of the window. -
Page 75: Recovering From Windows
Recovering from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my PC) or Customized Restore (Refresh my PC). Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive, then deletes everything on your hard drive, then deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre-installed on... - Page 76 Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Restore Factory Settings. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will erase all files on your Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings hard drive. 2. If your computer is configured with two operating systems (only 2.
- Page 77 3. The Reset your PC window opens. Images for reference only. 4. Click Next, then choose how to erase your files: , then choose how to erase your files: , then choose how to erase your files: a. Just remove my files quickly erases all files before restoring your quickly erases all files before restoring your quickly erases all files before restoring your computer and takes about 30 minutes.
- Page 78 Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. The Refresh your PC window opens. window opens. window opens. 3. Click Next, then Refresh. 4. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your hard drive.
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Page 79: Recovering From A Recovery Backup
Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup on a USB drive: 1. Find your recovery backup. 2. If your computer does not have a built-in keyboard, make sure a keyboard is attached to your computer. 3. Plug in the USB drive and turn on your computer. 4. - Page 80 7. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the type of recovery to use: a. Click Advanced then System Restore to start Microsoft System Restore: Microsoft System Restore periodically takes a 'snapshot' of your system settings and saves them as restore points. In most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you can return to one of these restore points to get your system running again.
- Page 81 Reset your PC from the recovery backup Caution: Reset your PC will erase all files on your hard drive. 1. The Reset your PC window opens. Images for reference only. Images for reference only. Images for reference only. 2. Click Next. 3.
- Page 82 drive takes much longer, up to 5 hours, but is much more secure as old files are completely removed. 6. Click Reset. 7. After the recovery has finished, you can start using your computer by repeating the first-start process. Refresh your PC from the recovery backup 1.
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Page 83: Bios Utility
BI OS U T I L ITY The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration not need to run this utility. -
Page 84: 84 - Regulations And Safety Notices
EGULATION S AND SAFETY N OT IC E S STATEMENT This device 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 ese limits are designed ese limits are designed to provide reasonable... - Page 85 Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. OTICE FOR ANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
- Page 86 Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Wireless operation channels for different domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through Ch11 Japan Japan Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz...
- Page 87 Departments in which the use of the 2400 - 2483.5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100 mW indoors and less than 10 mW outdoors: 01 Ain Orientales 25 Doubs 59 Nord 71 Saone et Loire 02 Aisne 26 Drome 60 Oise...
- Page 88 List of national codes This equipment may be operated in the following countries: Country ISO 3166 Country ISO 3166 2 letter code 2 letter code Austria Malta Belgium Netherlands Cyprus Poland Czech Republic Portugal Denmark Slovakia Estonia Slovenia Slovenia Slovenia Finland Spain Spain...
- Page 89 This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, Issue 4, and RSS-210, No 4 (Dec 2000) and No 5 (Nov 2001). "To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.