Acer 240 User Manual

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1 Getting to know your TravelMate28English you can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn-F4. Then closeand latch the display.When you are ready to use the computer again, unlatch and open thedisplay, and press and release the power switch. If the power indicatoris off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and turned off.Press and release the power switch to turn the computer back on.Note that the computer may enter Hibernation mode after a period oftime it is in Sleep mode. Turn the power on to wake up the computerfrom Hibernation mode.What to bring to short meetingsA fully charged battery runs the computer for about 3.5 hours undermost circumstances. If your meeting is shorter than that, you probablydo not need to bring anything with you other than the computer.What to bring to long meetingsIf your meeting will last longer than 3.5 hours or if your battery is notfully charged, you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plugin your computer in the meeting room.If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet, reduce thedrain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode. Press Fn-F4 or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using thecomputer. Then tap any key or open the display to resume.Taking the computer home“when you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa”Preparing the computerAfter disconnecting the computer from your desktop, follow thesesteps to prepare the computer for the trip home:• Check if you have removed all media, diskettes and compact discs,from the drive(s). Failure to remove the media can damage thedrive head.• Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent thecomputer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall.