Acer Aspire 1690 manual Windows keys

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Windows keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

Key

Description

 

 

Windows key

Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking

 

on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start

 

menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a

 

variety of functions:

 

+ Tab

Activates the next Taskbar button.

 

+ E

Opens the My Computer window.

 

+ F1

Opens Help and Support.

 

+ F

Opens the Find: All Files dialog box.

 

+ M

Minimizes all windows.

 

Shift +

+ M Undoes the minimize all windows

( + M) action.

 

+ R

Opens the Run dialog box.

 

 

Application key

This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse

 

button; it opens the application's context menu.

 

 

 

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Contents Aspire 1690 Series User’s GuidePage First things first Your guidesTaking care of your computer Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and off Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of your AC adapterCleaning and servicing Please refer to Frequently-asked questions onVii Viii Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Regulation & safety noticesPage Description An Aspire tourFront view Programs. See Launch keys on Closed front view English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications MicroprocessorWeight with battery Power Indicators Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Lock Key Description Using the keyboardLock keys Fn-F11Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys Hot keys Fn-F7 Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F5Fn-F6 Fn-F8Euro Symbol US dollar signLaunch key Default application Launch keysTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Tap Button Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Adjusting the volume AudioUsing system utilities Acer eManagerLaunch Manager Acer GridVista Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your Notebook Preparing the computerWhat to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take to short meetings What to take with you Special considerationsSetting up a home office Traveling with the computerTraveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youSecuring your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsEnglish Fax/Data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Fast InfraredUniversal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 portPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardInstalling memory Disc to Disc Recovery enable Bios UtilityBoot sequence PasswordRegion code Country or region Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Power management Windows Arcade Arcade Hot keys Finding and playing content Advanced SettingsPlayer controls Arcade controlsNavigation controls DVD settings CinemaLanguage Album Slideshow settings Editing a video file VideoPlaying a video file Burner Copy backup your CD/DVD collectionMusic Video your world in pictures Audio create your own greatest hits CDsData store files simply and easily Acer eRecovery Create backupRestore from backup Create factory default image CDRe-install bundled software without CD Change passwordRestore without a Recovery CD Acer disc-to-disc recoveryMultilingual operating system installation English My computer Key link http//global.acer.com Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen Keyboard does not respond Error Messages Corrective Action Troubleshooting tipsError messages Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesOperation conditions Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesTBR List of Applicable CountriesFor modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement Radio Device Regulatory Notice General LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice FCC RF safety requirement European Union EUEnglish Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/6/1 English Page CD-ROM