Acer 1400 manual Touchpad basics

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Touchpad

The built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palm rest provides optimum comfort and support.

Touchpad basics

The following teaches you how to use the touchpad:

•Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor.

•Press the left (1) and right (2) buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results.

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Contents Acer Aspire 1400 series Page Contents Software Troubleshooting Page Your guides First things firstTaking care of your computer Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and off Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Page Your computer Page Front view Tour of your computerDescription Left view Eject hole Right viewRear view Bottom view Performance FeaturesExpansion Video performance DisplayIndicators To exit standby mode, press the power button Lock keys KeyboardSpecial keys Embedded keypad Windows keys Hotkeys Keyboard ergonomics Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left Button Right Tap Execute Launch keys Inserting and ejecting a diskette StorageEjecting the optical drive tray Fax/data modem Connectivity optionsEthernet and LAN Page Audio Adjusting the volumeMode Using the Audio DJ featureGetting familiar with your computer Security notch PasswordsSecuring your computer Getting familiar with your computer Battery power Page Maximizing battery life Battery packBattery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Optimizing battery life Checking the battery levelBattery-low warning Power management Options Page External monitor External display devicesExternal display with s-video input Using simultaneous displayExternal keyboard External input devicesExternal keypad External pointing devicePrinter Audio devices Inserting a card Expansion devicesPC Card slots Ejecting a card Disconnecting USB devicesAC adapter Battery packMiscellaneous options Installing memory Key component upgradesMemory upgrade Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop Preparing the computer Moving aroundWhat 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 Traveling internationally with the computer Software Page System software Easy Button Navigating the Bios Setup Utility Bios Setup UtilityMain Advanced Security Enter key. The Set Password box appears Setting a passwordChanging a password Removing a passwordOthers Boot Exit Software Troubleshooting Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio from the computer Floppy drive cannot access a diskette Refer to the Windows Help and Support and the modem manual Display device mismatch Error messagesError Repaired Device Address Troubleshooting Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Operating system Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Use conditions FCC noticeTelecommunications notices Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens CTRImportant safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Year 2000 compliance statementLCD pixel statement Appendix B Notices Index USB Diskette Display 100