Acer TravelMate 3240 Series User Manual

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ixENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that givespeople the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way andwithout sacrificing quality or product features. Products that earn the ENERGYSTAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiencyguidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the USDepartment of Energy (DOE). In the average home, 75% of all electricity usedto power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off.ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to50% less energy than conventional equipment. More information refers tohttp://www.energystar.gov and http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement.As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meetsthe ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.This product has been shipped enabled for power management:• Activate display’ Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity.• Activate computer’s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity.• Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button.• More power management settings can be done through Acer ePowerManagement.Tips and information for comfortable useComputer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use.Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of acomputer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress,inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatlyincrease the risk of physical injury.Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis,tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms mayappear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:• numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation• aching, soreness or tenderness• pain, swelling or throbbing• stiffness or tightness• coldness or weaknessIf you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfortand/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately andinform your company's health and safety department.The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.