Aspire Digital 1680, 1410 manual Frequently-asked questions, Nothing appears on the screen

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Frequently-asked questions

The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy answers and solutions are provided for each one.

I pressed the power switch and opened the display, but the computer does not start or boot-up.

Look at the Power indicator:

•If it is not lit, no power is being applied to the computer. Check the following:

-If you are running on battery power, it may be low and unable to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack.

-Make sure that the AC adapter is plugged in properly to the computer and to the power outlet.

•If it is lit, check the following:

-If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in Sleep mode. Press any key or tap on the touchpad to resume.

Nothing appears on the screen.

The computer’s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power. Press any key to turn the display back on.

If pressing a key does not turn the display back on, two things might be the cause:

•The brightness level might be too low. Press Fn-→to increase the brightness level.

•The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press the display toggle hot key Fn-F5to toggle the display back to the computer.

Image is not full-screen.

Make sure that the resolution is set to 1024x768. This is the native resolution of your computer display. Right-click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box. Then click on the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is set to the appropriate resolution. Resolutions lower than the specified resolution are not full-screen on the computer or on an external monitor.

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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 Appendix a Specifications Troubleshooting my computerCustomizing my computer IndexAspire Page Front view Aspire tourDescription Getting to know your Aspire Closed front view English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Performance FeaturesDisplay MultimediaHuman-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 Hard disk StorageOptical drive Ejecting the CD or DVD trayRegion Code Country or Region Playing DVD moviesAdjusting the volume Power managementAudio Moving around with your Aspire Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerWhat 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 Memory MicroprocessorData storage Display and videoAudio Weight with batteryKeyboard and pointing device PortsPower DimensionsEnvironment SystemEnglish Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceOperation conditions Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesList 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