Acer 1620 Series manual Connectivity, Human-centric design, Expansion

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10	Getting familiar with your computer

Connectivity

•Integrated 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection

•Built-in 56Kbps fax/data modem

•Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports

•One IEEE 1394 port

•IEEE 802.11b or IEEE 802.11g Wireless LAN (manufacturing option)

•Bluetooth (manufacturing option)

Human-centric design

•Rugged, yet extremely portable design

•Stylish appearance

•Full-size keyboard with four programmable launch keys

•Comfortable palm rest area with well-positioned touchpad

Expansion

•One Type III or two Type II CardBus PC Card slots

•Upgradeable memory modules

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Contents Acer Aspire 1620 Series Page 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 Moving with your computer SoftwareTroubleshooting English Your computer Page Description Tour of your computerFront view Getting familiar with your computer Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design Indicators Icon Function DescriptionIndicators on cover Icon DescriptionKeyboard Special keysLock keys Lock Key DescriptionDesired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off Embedded keypadWindows keys Key DescriptionHot keys Hot Key Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Euro symbol Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left Button Right Way Tap Scroll Key Launch Key Default Application Launch keysStorage Ejecting the optical drive tray Emergency ejection of the optical drive trayConnectivity options Ethernet and LANFax/Data modem Audio Security slot Setting a passwordSecuring your computer English Battery power Page Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Conditioning a new battery packInstalling and removing the battery pack Optimizing battery life Charging the batteryChecking the battery level Battery-low warning Situation Recommended ActionPower management English Options Page External display devices External input devicesExternal keyboard External keypadUSB devices Ieee 1394 Port Printer Audio devicesExpansion devices PC CardAC adapter Battery packMiscellaneous options Installing memory Key component upgradesMemory upgrade Hard disk upgrade Computer 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 What to take with you Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer Traveling internationally with your computer English Software Page System software Launch ManagerBios Setup Utility Troubleshooting Page Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen There is no audio coming from my computerOptical drive cannot read a disc My external microphone does not workKeyboard does not respond Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Printer does not workBefore you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoWeight and dimensions AudioKeyboard and pointing device PortsPower EnvironmentOperating system OptionsEnglish Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeModem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesTBR List of Applicable CountriesEnglish 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-102Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE marking English Index Troubleshooting English Index