Acer Aspire One AOD250 manual

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Aspire one Series User Guide

Original Issue: 12/2008

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Contents Aspire one Series User GuidePage Turning the product off before cleaning Information for your safety and comfortSafety instructions Using electrical power Guidelines for safe battery usage Product servicingReplacing the battery pack Telephone line safety Medical devices Additional safety informationOperating environment Emergency calls VehiclesPotentially explosive environments Disposal instructions Mercury advisoryTips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your visionDeveloping good work habits Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Xvi Contents Securing your computer Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery ManagementLaunching Acer eRecovery Management Indicators Function DescriptionFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Button TouchpadTouchpad basics with two-click buttons Using a computer security lock Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardDesired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Lock key DescriptionApplication Windows keysKeyDescription KeyHotkeys Hotkey Icon Function DescriptionUS dollar sign Euro symbolSpecial keys only for certain models No audio is heard from the computer Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Keyboard does not respond Printer does not workBefore you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Maximizing the batterys life Battery packBattery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Optimising battery life Charging the batteryChecking the battery level Battery-low warning Situation Recommended ActionMoving around Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Preparing the computerWhat to take with you Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youSecuring your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsConnectivity options Built-in network featureExpanding through options Enable disk-to-disk recovery Bios utilityBoot sequence Universal Serial Bus USBPower management PasswordError messages Corrective action Troubleshooting tipsError messages English Operation conditions Regulations and safety noticesFCC notice Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens LCD pixel statementRadio device regulatory notice General Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesList of applicable countries FCC RF safety requirementEuropean Union EU English LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index