AVERATEC 2300 manual Quick Start, Turning on the Computer for the First Time

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Chapter 1

Quick Start

Turning on the Computer for the First Time

1.Connect the AC adapter power cord to the AC adapter.

2.Connect the AC adapter to the DC power port on the right side of your computer.

3.Connect the AC adapter power cord to an AC outlet.

4.Open the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle.

5.Press the power button to turn on the power.

Note: The battery is not fully charged. Allow your battery to fully charge before using it (i.e., before disconnecting AC power). Calibrating the battery before use is also highly recommended. Refer to Chapter 5, Power Management, for further information.

Use the touchpad to move the cursor on the screen. Move your finger across the pad to control the cursor, and press the right and left buttons beneath with your thumb. These buttons have the same functions as the right and left buttons of a standard mouse. You can also click or double -click by tapping on the touchpad.

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Contents Page Table of Contents Appendix a Page Page Getting Started Inventory Safety and Maintenance Checklists OptionsFeatures Where to Look For Information About Your ComputerAbout Windows Quick Start Turning on the Computer for the First TimeAdjusting the Brightness Turning off Your Computer Making a Startup DiskTape your business card to the notebook and accessories Tips for New OwnersTake responsibility for backing up your data Develop good ergonomic work habitsNever take the notebook anywhere without the carrying case Consider using a lockPage Page Hardware and Software Getting StartedFront View Left View Right View Back View Bottom View LED Status Indicators Power IndicatorsIcon Light Description Function Keys Numeric KeypadFunction key Description Touchpad Touchpad Precautions DraggingScrolling lines Precautions for Handling DVD and CD Discs Optical DriveInserting a Disk Removing a DiskConnecting the Printer Installing a Card PC Express Card SlotRemoving a Card Connecting to an External Monitor Graphics SystemScreen Controls Chapter Communication Components Fax/ModemAnti-electromagnetic wave clip Information about the Wireless LAN button Wireless LAN buttonPage Left Side Connectors Making ConnectionsRight Side Connectors Disk Eject ButtonUSB 2.0 Universal Serial Bus Ports PC Express 34/54 Card SlotFront Side Connectors Wireless LAN On/Off switchMS Pro/MS/MMC/SD 4-in-1 Card reader slot Microphone-in JackFax/modem RJ-11 Jack LAN RJ-45 JackPage System Recovery Software Recovering your System from the Hard DrivePage Power Management Battery CalibrationMonitoring Battery Power Low Battery AlarmsPower Saving Modes Battery ChargingSuspend Mode Initiating Suspend ModePower Saving Tips Power Button SettingsWhen to Replace the Battery Changing the BatteryHeat Considerations Page Using the Bios Setup Utility Bios Setup MenuStarting the Bios Setup Utility Navigating and Entering Information in Bios  Bios Setup Utility Main MenuAdvanced Menu Boot menu Change Supervisor Password Security menuExit menu Exit Options Save Changes and ExitChange User Password Change Supervisor PasswordResetting the Cmos to Default Settings Exiting and SavingPage Frequently Asked Questions My computer alerts Cmos Battery Low, what can I do? Save configuration changes and exit setup? OKCancel Page Statements Federal Communications Commission StatementDeclaration of Conformity About The Modem Canadian Department of Communications Battery Disposal Battery Caution