Acer 1510 Series manual Bios Setup Utility

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BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS (basic input/output system) contains important information used to configure the hardware and system software settings. Your computer reads the BIOS when it first starts up, before it loads the operating system.

Your computer's BIOS includes a built-in setup utility called Insyde Software SCU (system configuration utility). It can be started shortly after you turn the computer on, by pressing the F2 key during POST.

The BIOS setup utility displays summary information on your computer, its devices, processor and memory.

Your computer is already configured for optimal performance, and so you should not need to run this utility. However, you may need to change the BIOS settings if you encounter configuration problems in the future. Refer to “Frequently asked questions” on page 61 if a problem arises.

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Contents Acer Aspire 1510 Series User’s GuidePage Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingEnglish Contents Software Peripherals and optionsMoving with your computer Troubleshooting Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexEnglish Computer Page Tour of your computer Front viewGetting familiar with your computer Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay Indicators English Lock keys KeyboardSpecial keys Embedded keypad Windows keys Hot keys Keyboard ergonomics Euro keyTouchpad Touchpad basicsEnglish Launch keys Storage Inserting and ejecting a disketteEjecting the optical drive tray Emergency ejection of the optical drive trayConnectivity options Ethernet and LANFax/data modem Audio Security slot PasswordsSecuring your computer Power Page Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsInstalling and removing the battery pack Optimizing battery life Charging the batteryChecking the battery level Battery-low warning Power management English Options Page External display devices External input devicesExternal keyboard External keypadUSB devices Ieee 1394 Port Printer Audio devicesExpansion devices PC CardEnglish AC adapter Battery packMiscellaneous options Installing memory Key component upgradesMemory upgrade Hard disk upgrade English Moving with your Page Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetingsSpecial considerations Taking the computer homeWhat to bring with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer What to take with youTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page System software Launch ManagerBios Setup Utility Troubleshooting Page Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenThere is no audio coming from my computer Optical drive cannot read a disc English Specifications Page Microprocessor Keyboard and pointing device Weight and dimensions Options Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeModem notices Operation conditionsTBR English English Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Radio Device Regulatory Notice LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 2004/3/15 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity English Index English Adjusting