Packard Bell F10 IM P O R T a N T in F O R M a T I O N, Packard Bell Website Packard Bell Support

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IM P O R T A N T IN F O R M A T I O N

Thank you for purchasing a Packard Bell computer!

This guide has been designed to introduce you to the features of your computer and assist in your computing experience. It will also help you maintain your computer and troubleshoot in case you encounter a problem.

Packard Bell Website

Remember to visit www.packardbell.com often! Check out the Support section: it contains up-to-date information, help, drivers and downloads.

Packard Bell Support

Make sure you write down your computer serial number, date and place of purchase and model name on the cover of this guide. Also, save your proof of purchase and Warranty & Service Sheet (if supplied). Before calling for support, please write down any error message causing the problem, and have the computer in front of you and switched on if possible. Having these items to hand when contacting us will ensure better and quicker support.

FreeDOS Operating System

Your system has been supplied without any software and is pre-installed with the FreeDOS* operating system. Please note that certain hardware devices (modem, video card, optical disc drive etc.) and many common applications will not run or may not run properly using FreeDOS. In order to use these devices and applications you will need to install the appropriate operating system** and hardware device drivers.

Please see your retailer or chosen operating system provider for more information. Please also visit www.packardbell.com and www.freedos.org.

*Note: FreeDOS is offered "AS IS". Packard Bell does not provide support for the FreeDOS operating system. You can find support for FreeDOS at www.freedos.org

**Note: Packard Bell does not provide support for user installed operating systems. We recommend that you consult the operating system creator for support.

4 - Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide

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Contents Page QU I C K SE T U P Copyright NoticeGuide IM P O R T a N T in F O R M a T I O N Thank you for purchasing a Packard Bell computerPackard Bell Website Packard Bell Support FreeDOS Operating SystemTurning your Computer On and Off GE T T I N G T O K N O W Y O U R C O M P U T E RForced Shutdown External Features Precautions Communication PortsExpansion Ports Display and Audio PortsWifi Button Power ButtonControl Panel ECO ButtonKeyboard Panel Keyboard panel includes the following featuresFunction Keys Touchpad Optical DriveTouchpad Tips Drive busy lamp optional Lights whenPrecautions Safety and Comfort Safety PrecautionsHealth Precautions CO M P U T E R BA S I C SAC Power Adapter Power SupplyConnecting the AC Adapter Battery Power Battery LifeExtending Battery Life Handling the BatteryIf the battery leaks Disposing of the BatteryCmos Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor Battery Changing the BatteryUpgrading Your Computer Wi-Fi First Steps on the NETGet Connected CableInstallation Speed and Simplicity Access point or routerWireless Receiver Diagram of a network using a routerSurf the Net Packard Bell WebsiteHE L P D E S K Your Operating SystemSafe Computing SecurityWhat is a Personal Firewall? What is Spyware?Tips to Avoid Viruses Beware of e-mail attachmentsTop Troubleshooting Cases How Do I Know when my Computer Is at Risk?Diagnose & Repair Download and Run anti-spy ToolsHelpdesk Miscellaneous Troubleshooting My Keyboard Does Not WorkDisplay Is Not Centred or Gets Wavy Upon Startup, My Computer Emits a Continuous Beeping SoundInternet My Computer Has no SoundYou Cannot Connect to the Internet You are using a DSL or cable connection You Cannot Send or Receive E-mailsPrinter My Printer Does not WorkSoftware Adding SoftwareAdditional Software PA C K a R D be L L LI M I T E D WA R R a N T Y Specifically for batteries Type Faulty ClusterSpecifically for Liquid Crystal Display LCD screens Limitation of Liability Service & Support Intervention RE G U L a T O R Y in F O R M a T I O N Power Supply Power CablesBuilding Supply BABT’s Apparatus ApprovalQuick Start & Troubleshooting Guide D E InternetControl devices MicrophoneSecurity SupportUpgrading Viruses