Acer 1620 Series manual Frequently asked questions, Nothing appears on the screen

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Frequently asked questions

This section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.

I press the power button, but my computer does not start or boot-up.

Look at the Power status indicator:

•If it is not lit, no power is being delivered to the computer. Check the following:

-If you are running on battery power, the battery may be low and unable to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack.

-If you are running on mains power, make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged in to the computer and to the power outlet.

Nothing appears on the screen.

The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power. Press any key to turn the display back on.

If pressing a key does not turn the display back on, check the following:

•The brightness level might be too low. Press Fn + → hot key to increase the screen brightness level.

•The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press the Fn + F5 hot key to toggle the display setting.

•The system may be in standby mode. Try pressing the power button to resume.

The image is not full-screen.

Make sure that the resolution is set to a resolution your system supports:

•Right click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box. Alternatively, click on the Display icon in Control Panel.

•Click on the Settings tab to check the resolution setting. Resolutions lower than the specified resolution result in a display that is less than full-screen.

There is no audio coming from my computer.

Check the following:

•The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume

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Contents Acer Aspire 1620 Series Page Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packEnglish Contents Software Moving with your computerTroubleshooting English Your computer Page Description Tour of your computerFront view Getting familiar with your computer Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design Icon Function Description IndicatorsIcon Description Indicators on coverLock Key Description KeyboardSpecial keys Lock keysEmbedded keypad Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock OffKey Description Windows keysHot Key Icon Function Description Hot keysEnglish Euro symbol Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left Button Right Way Tap Scroll Key Launch keys Launch Key Default ApplicationStorage Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray Ejecting the optical drive trayEthernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Audio Security slot Setting a passwordSecuring your computer English Battery power Page Conditioning a new battery pack Battery packBattery pack characteristics Maximizing the batterys lifeInstalling and removing the battery pack Optimizing battery life Charging the batteryChecking the battery level Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningPower management English Options Page External keypad External display devicesExternal input devices External keyboardUSB devices Ieee 1394 Port Audio devices PrinterPC Card Expansion devicesAC adapter Battery packMiscellaneous options Installing memory Key component upgradesMemory upgrade Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop What to bring to long meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to short 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 Launch Manager System softwareBios Setup Utility Troubleshooting Page There is no audio coming from my computer Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screenOptical drive cannot read a disc My external microphone does not workKeyboard does not respond Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemBefore you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storagePorts Weight and dimensionsAudio Keyboard and pointing deviceOptions PowerEnvironment Operating systemEnglish Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensList of Applicable Countries TBREnglish Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Radio Device Regulatory Notice LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice European Union EU GeneralExposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 FCC RF safety requirementFederal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE marking English Index Troubleshooting English Index