AVERATEC 2300 manual Hardware and Software, Getting Started

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Chapter 2

Hardware and Software

This chapter introduces the different components and controls of your notebook computer, including the hardware components, the software, and the audio and video systems.

Getting Started

Before you begin using your computer, read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main components installed in the system. Lift the LCD screen to open up the computer.

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Contents Page Table of Contents Appendix a Page Page Getting Started Inventory Safety and Maintenance Options ChecklistsFeatures About Your Computer Where to Look For InformationAbout Windows Turning on the Computer for the First Time Quick StartAdjusting the Brightness Making a Startup Disk Turning off Your ComputerDevelop good ergonomic work habits Tape your business card to the notebook and accessoriesTips for New Owners Take responsibility for backing up your dataConsider using a lock Never take the notebook anywhere without the carrying casePage Page Getting Started Hardware and SoftwareFront View Left View Right View Back View Bottom View Power Indicators LED Status IndicatorsIcon Light Description Numeric Keypad Function KeysFunction key Description Touchpad Dragging Touchpad PrecautionsScrolling lines Removing a Disk Precautions for Handling DVD and CD DiscsOptical Drive Inserting a DiskConnecting the Printer PC Express Card Slot Installing a CardRemoving a Card Graphics System Connecting to an External MonitorScreen Controls Chapter Fax/Modem Communication ComponentsAnti-electromagnetic wave clip Wireless LAN button Information about the Wireless LAN buttonPage Making Connections Left Side ConnectorsPC Express 34/54 Card Slot Right Side ConnectorsDisk Eject Button USB 2.0 Universal Serial Bus PortsMicrophone-in Jack Front Side ConnectorsWireless LAN On/Off switch MS Pro/MS/MMC/SD 4-in-1 Card reader slotLAN RJ-45 Jack Fax/modem RJ-11 JackPage Recovering your System from the Hard Drive System Recovery SoftwarePage Battery Calibration Power ManagementLow Battery Alarms Monitoring Battery PowerInitiating Suspend Mode Power Saving ModesBattery Charging Suspend ModePower Button Settings Power Saving TipsChanging the Battery When to Replace the BatteryHeat Considerations Page Bios Setup Menu Using the Bios Setup UtilityStarting the Bios Setup Utility   Navigating and Entering Information in BiosMain Menu Bios Setup UtilityAdvanced Menu Boot menu Security menu Change Supervisor PasswordExit Options Save Changes and Exit Exit menuExiting and Saving Change User PasswordChange Supervisor Password Resetting the Cmos to Default SettingsPage Frequently Asked Questions My computer alerts Cmos Battery Low, what can I do? Save configuration changes and exit setup? OKCancel Page Federal Communications Commission Statement StatementsDeclaration of Conformity About The Modem Canadian Department of Communications Battery Caution Battery Disposal