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Thanks for the replies. Got it. Much appreciated. -eyecontact.

I have 'Intel(R) ProSet' Wireless on my Acer 5670. When I try to turn the "wireless on" button on the wireless (wifi) connection, it says: I must turn on the "Hardware switch." Does anyone know how and where I can find this? Thanks...

I bought a new acer 5672WLMi Laptop in the U.S. and starting using it 2 months ago in South East Asia. Today, after being on for an hour, it started making a very loud sound. Is this the fan? Is this common? I have a...

I recently bought an Acer 5672WLMi. When I turn the computer on, the green light "on" button turns on. There is also a power source light on in the front. The ADSL modum is on. But the screen remains black. fn +...

Quote: Originally Posted by gman4u2 I guess that could be similar to keeping a car at idle 24/7 (less the higher power consumption and obvious higher mechanical wear). I would think a desktop would be better for 24/7...

I have an Acer Laptop 5672WLMi. I bought it 3 months ago. I want to leave it on 24/7 for torrents, etc. Is this OK? I have a chill pad underneath it, and I blow another fan on it 24/7. I put the screen on 'off mode' via [fn...

I am considering buying a Targus Chill Pad, instead of a Ventac Lapcooler 2 or 3. The Targus chill pad has only one speed, but I think it's enough. Any opinions on the Targus Chill pad? Thanks.

^ Thanks for the reply, fjgold1. Mine has 100 G HD, and 1GB Ram. I've thought about gettin Vantec Lapcool2 because I keep reading that Acer notbooks, tend to run hot, and where I live it's hot, and I don't use A/C but fan at home.

Hello, I'm trying to educate myself and have been reading a lot of information. I just bought a new Acer 5672 Laptop and it will arrive in 3 days. Question: what are the things I need to do to start? Thanks in advance.