AVERATEC 2300 manual Getting Started

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Chapter 1

Getting Started

Congratulations on your purchase of the Averatec 2300 Series notebook computer! Your new notebook features the most innovative advances in portable computing technology. It combines state- of- the- art ergonomics with sophisticated architecture to provide you with a personal computer that is compact, powerful, and easy to use. Designed for a wide range of general, business, and personal productivity applications, the notebook is an ideal choice for use in the office, at home, and on the road.

For maximum expandability without compromising portability, the notebook accommodates a number of modules, including Optical Drive, three USB ports, one Express card slot and one 4 in 1 card slot. The high capacity hard disk drive provides you with plenty of storage space for multimedia files and applications.

This Manual contains all the information you need to set up and use your new notebook. It describes all the features of the notebook in an easy-to-read, yet thorough manner.

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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 DiskTake responsibility for backing up your data Tape your business card to the notebook and accessoriesTips for New Owners 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 Inserting a Disk Precautions for Handling DVD and CD DiscsOptical Drive 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 ConnectionsUSB 2.0 Universal Serial Bus Ports Right Side ConnectorsDisk Eject Button PC Express 34/54 Card SlotMS Pro/MS/MMC/SD 4-in-1 Card reader slot Front Side ConnectorsWireless LAN On/Off switch 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 AlarmsSuspend Mode Power Saving ModesBattery Charging 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 ExitResetting the Cmos to Default Settings Change User PasswordChange Supervisor Password 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