Nancy wrote:

> It simply is not there! I have checked every avenue I can think of. I
> also
> changed the touchpad to show on the taskbar .. in the start menu options.
> I
> restarted and it still has no icon there. There is also no "synaptics".
> It used to be "alps" but I can't find that any longer either.

If it used to be Alps, then you won't see Synaptics since that is an
entirely different piece of hardware. Reinstall the drivers for your
touchpad. Get them from Acer's website or if the Acer came with a driver
disk use the ones from there.

I'm very sorry but I don't know how else I can help you since I can't see
your computer. Consider having a knowledgeable friend come over to help or
call Acer tech support.

Malke
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MS-MVP
Elephant Boy Computers
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