Acer 1600 series manual Peripherals and options

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Power management

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Peripherals and options

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External display devices

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S-video

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External input devices

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External keyboard

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External keypad

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External pointing device

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Printer

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Audio devices

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Expansion devices

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PC Card

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USB devices

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IEEE 1394 devices

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Miscellaneous options

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Battery pack

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AC adapter

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Key component upgrades

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Memory upgrade

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Hard disk upgrade

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Moving with your computer

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Disconnecting from the desktop

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Moving around

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Preparing the computer

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What to bring to short meetings

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What to bring to long meetings

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Taking the computer home

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Preparing the computer

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What to bring with you

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Special considerations

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Setting up a home office

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Traveling with the computer

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Preparing the computer

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What to take with you

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Special considerations

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Traveling internationally with your computer

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Preparing the computer

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What to take with you

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Special considerations

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Contents Acer Aspire 1600 series Page Getting familiar with your computer Peripherals and options Software English First things first Your guidesBasic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter English Xii Your computer Page Tour of your computer Top viewClick buttons Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay Video performanceIndicators Icon Function Description Battery Charge Special keys KeyboardLock keys Embedded keypad Windows keys Windows keyHotkeys Fn-F3Euro key Keyboard ergonomics Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Right Way scroll Tap Left button Key Button Access Launch keys Description Default application User-programmable Storage Inserting and ejecting a disketteEjecting the optical drive tray Playing DVD movies Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray Ethernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/data modem English Optional wireless communication Adjusting the volume AudioSecuring your computer PasswordsSecurity slot Setting a password Battery power Page Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack To install a battery packEnglish Charging the battery To remove a battery packOptimizing battery life Checking the battery levelBattery-low warning English Power management English Options Page External display devices Video External input devices External keyboardExternal keypad English External pointing device Printer Audio devices Expansion devices PC CardEnglish USB devices Ieee 1394 devices Miscellaneous options Battery packAC adapter Key component upgrades Memory upgradeEnglish Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetingsWhat to bring with you Taking the computer homeSpecial considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer What to take with youTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page System software Launch ManagerBios Utility Navigating the Bios UtilitySetting a password Changing a password To exit the Bios UtilityRemoving a password Troubleshooting Page Frequently asked questions If it is lit, check the followingThere is no audio coming from my computer Optical drive cannot read a disc Error messages Error Messages Corrective Action Direct Memory Access registers Screen English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Use conditionsModem notices Important safety instructionsTelecommunications notices English Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeRegulatory Information Canada Industry Canada ICUSA Federal Communications Commission FCC Exposure to Radio Frequency RadiationEnglish 100 Index 102 Guide FCC notice 104