Acer VD.A0307.001 manual System Utilities, Navigating the Bios Setup Utility

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System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System).

Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run Setup. Please also refer to Chapter 4 Troubleshooting when problem arises.

To activate the BIOS Utility, press mduring POST.

Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility

There are two menu options: Startup and Exit Follow these instructions:

To choose a menu option, use the cursor left/right keys (zx). To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys ( wy).

Use <Tab> key to select a control. Then press <OK> button or e key to accept entries.

To change the value of a parameter, please follow the directions on each screen. If you like to assign the boot device, please go to Boot Device then use the cursor up/down keys ( wy) to select a boot device.

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Contents Acer Aspire 1310 Series Service GuideRevision History Copyright Conventions Preface Page Table of Contents Chpater Jumper and Connector Locations Chapter System SpecificationsFeatures Expansion System BLO CK Diag RAM System Block DiagramTop View Board LayoutFNJ34 Bottom ViewDescription Outlook ViewFront View Left Panel Right Panel Rear Panel Bottom Panel Indicators Lock Key Description KeyboardKey Description Desired Access Num Lock OnHot Key Function Euro keyFunction Left Button Righ Button Tap TouchpadTouchpad Basics Chapter Launch Keys Processor Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsSpecification Floppy Disk Drive Interface Memory CombinationsLAN Interface Modem InterfaceDVD-ROM Interface Hard Disk Drive InterfaceParallel Port ItemResolution SpecificationSystem Board Major Chips BatteryUSB Port Pcmcia PortDC-AC LCD inverter AC AdapterPower Saving Mode Phenomenon Power ManagementVibration Mechanical SpecificationEnvironmental Requirements HumidityIRQ Assignment Map System Utilities Bios Setup UtilityNavigating the Bios Setup Utility Parameter Description StartupExit System Diagnostic Diskette Bios Flash UtilityMachine Disassembly and Replacement Before You Begin General InformationDisassembly Procedure Flowchart Screw List Removing the Battery Pack Removing the Memory/HDD Module Removing the Keyboard/LCD Module Disassembling the Main Unit Page Chapter Disassembling the LCD Module-14.1 Inch Disassembling the LCD Module-15.1 Inch Disassembling the Optical Drive Module Disassembling the External ModulesDisassembling the HDD Module Disassembling the Floppy Disk Drive ModuleChapter Symptoms Verified Go To TroubleshootingExternal CD-ROM Drive Check System Check ProceduresExternal Diskette Drive Check Memory Check Power System CheckKeyboard or Auxiliary Input Device Check Touchpad Check Check the Battery PackPower-On Self-Test Post Error Message Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Index of Error MessagesError Message List No beep Error Messages FRU/Action in Sequence Power-Related Symptoms Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error MessageLCD-Related Symptoms Indicator-Related SymptomsPower Management-Related Symptoms PCMCIA-Related SymptomsMemory-Related Symptoms Speaker-Related SymptomsKeyboard/Touchpad-Related Symptoms Peripheral-Related SymptomsModem/LAN-Related Symptoms Intermittent Problems Dimm Undetermined ProblemsChapter Top View Jumper and Connector LocationsU20 Bottom ViewFRU Field Replaceable Unit List System Exploded DiagramFDD Assy Picture Partname And Description Part Number Assy 14.1 Hinge R/L FDD Assy FDD FFC ODD Bracket Aspire 1300 Keyboard Jimmold US International Hinge Cover 14.1-R Rubber Feet Circle Base Chapter Aspire 1310 series Model Definition and ConfigurationAppendix a Appendix B Test Compatible ComponentsMicrosoft Windows XP Home Environment Test SpecificationsAppendix B Appendix B Appendix C Online Support InformationAppendix C Index BiosPcmcia