Acer 1600 series manual

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Your Aspire 1600 series notebook computer operates on battery or AC power.

This chapter provides information for operating on battery power, as well as information on how your computer manages and saves power.

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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 Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingTaking 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 Keyboard Special keysLock 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 Connectivity options Ethernet and LANFax/data modem English Optional wireless communication Adjusting the volume AudioPasswords Securing your computerSecurity slot Setting a password Battery power Page Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack To install a battery packEnglish Charging the battery To remove a battery packChecking the battery level Optimizing battery lifeBattery-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 Battery pack Miscellaneous optionsAC 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 meetingsTaking the computer home What to bring with youSpecial 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 To exit the Bios Utility Changing a passwordRemoving 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 conditionsImportant safety instructions Modem noticesTelecommunications 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