Acer 1400 manual Software

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Contents Acer Aspire 1400 series Page Contents Software Troubleshooting Page First things first Your guidesTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter Page Your computer Page Tour of your computer Front viewDescription Left view Right view Eject holeRear view Bottom view Features PerformanceExpansion Display Video performanceIndicators To exit standby mode, press the power button Special keys KeyboardLock keys Embedded keypad Windows keys Hotkeys Keyboard ergonomics Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left Button Right Tap Execute Launch keys Storage Inserting and ejecting a disketteEjecting the optical drive tray Ethernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Page Adjusting the volume AudioUsing the Audio DJ feature ModeGetting familiar with your computer Securing your computer PasswordsSecurity notch Getting familiar with your computer Battery power Page Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing battery life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery level Optimizing battery lifeBattery-low warning Power management Options Page External display devices External monitorUsing simultaneous display External display with s-video inputExternal keypad External input devicesExternal keyboard External pointing devicePrinter Audio devices PC Card slots Expansion devicesInserting a card Disconnecting USB devices Ejecting a cardMiscellaneous options Battery packAC adapter Memory upgrade Key component upgradesInstalling memory Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop What to bring to short meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to long meetingsWhat to bring with you Taking the computer homeSpecial considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Software Page System software Easy Button Bios Setup Utility Navigating the Bios Setup UtilityMain Advanced Security Setting a password Enter key. The Set Password box appearsRemoving a password Changing a passwordOthers Boot Exit Software Troubleshooting Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenNo audio from the computer Floppy drive cannot access a diskette Refer to the Windows Help and Support and the modem manual Error messages Display device mismatchError 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 FCC notice Use conditionsRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesTelecommunications notices CTRImportant safety instructions Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement Year 2000 compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Appendix B Notices Index USB Diskette Display 100