Aspire Digital 1680, 1410 manual Contents

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First things first	iii
Your guides	iii
Basic care and tips for using your computer	iv

1 Getting to know your Aspire	1
A Aspire tour	3
Front view	3
Closed front view	5
Left view	7
Right view	8
Rear view	9
Bottom view	10
Features	11
Indicators	13
Using the keyboard	15
Lock keys	15
Embedded numeric keypad	16
Windows keys	17
Hot keys	18
Special Key	20
Launch keys	21
Touchpad	23
Touchpad basics	23
Storage	25
Hard disk	25
Optical drive	25
Audio	27
Adjusting the volume	27
Power management	27
Moving around with your Aspire	28
Disconnecting from the desktop	28
Moving around	28
Taking the computer home	29
Traveling with the computer	31
Traveling internationally with the computer	32
Securing your computer	33
Using a computer security lock	33

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Contents Aspire 1410/1680 Series Page Your guides First things firstTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter English Contents Index Troubleshooting my computerAppendix a Specifications Customizing my computerAspire Page Front view Aspire tourDescription Getting to know your Aspire Closed front view English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description IndicatorsEnglish Lock keys Using the keyboardLock Key Description Embedded numeric keypad Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock OffKey Description Windows keysHot Key Icon Function Description Hot keysFn-F6 Special Key Euro symbolUS dollar sign Launch keys Description Default ApplicationGetting to know your Aspire Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left Button Right Center Tap Ejecting the CD or DVD tray StorageHard disk Optical driveRegion Code Country or Region Playing DVD moviesAdjusting the volume Power managementAudio Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your Aspire Moving aroundWhat to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Setting a password Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer English Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsModem Fast infrared NetworkIeee 1394 port Universal Serial BusInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card In-1 card reader Manufacturing OptionMemory upgrade Upgrade optionsEnglish Acer eManager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Bios UtilityCinema Aspire ArcadeMusic AlbumFile type compatibility Mode Supported Not SupportedWindows Arcade Hot key Function Arcade Hot keysAdvanced Settings Finding and playing contentPlayer controls Navigation controlsCinema DVD settingsLanguage Album Slideshow settings Editing a video file Playing a video fileMusic Copy backup your CD/DVD collectionData store files simply and easily Audio create your own greatest hits CDsVideo your world in pictures Multilingual operating system installation Acer Disc to Disc RecoveryRestore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit English My computer Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respond CD or DVD drive cannot access a discInfrared port does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Troubleshooting tipsPrinter does not work Error Messages Corrective Action Error messagesITW Requesting serviceBefore you call English Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storagePorts Weight with batteryAudio Keyboard and pointing deviceSystem DimensionsPower EnvironmentEnglish Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensList of Applicable Countries TBRFor Modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 For Modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice LCD pixel statementRadio Device Regulatory Notice European Union EU GeneralFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 2004/6/1 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity English Index DVD Warranty