Acer 1600 series manual Frequently asked questions, If it is lit, check the following

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Frequently asked questions

This section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.

I press the power switch, but my computer does not start or boot-up.

Look at the Power status indicator:

If it is not lit, no power is being delivered to the computer. Check the following:

If you are running on battery power, the battery may be low and unable to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack.

If you are running on mains power, make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged in to the computer and to the power outlet.

If it is lit, check the following:

Make sure that there is not a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in the floppy disk drive. If so, remove the diskette or replace it with a system diskette, and then press Ctrl-Alt-Del to restart the system.

The operating system files may be damaged or missing. Insert the Windows startup disk, and then press Ctrl-Alt-Del to restart the system. Windows will diagnose your system and make necessary fixes.

Nothing appears on the screen.

The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power. Press any key to turn the display back on.

If pressing a key does not turn the display back on, check the following:

The brightness level might be too low. Press Fn + hot key to increase the screen brightness level.

The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press the Fn + F5 hot key to toggle the display setting.

The system may be in standby mode. Try pressing the power switch to resume.

The image is not full-screen.

Make sure that the resolution is set to a resolution your system supports:

Right click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box. Alternatively, click on the Display icon in Control Panel.

Click on the Settings tab to check the resolution setting. Resolutions lower than the specified resolution result in a display that is less than full-screen.

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Contents Acer Aspire 1600 series Page Getting familiar with your computer Peripherals and options Software English Your guides First things firstTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter English Xii Your computer Page Top view Tour of your computerClick buttons Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Performance FeaturesVideo performance DisplayIndicators Icon Function Description Battery Charge Special keys KeyboardLock keys Embedded keypad Windows key Windows keysFn-F3 HotkeysEuro key Keyboard ergonomics Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Right Way scroll Tap Left button Key Button Access Launch keys Description Default application User-programmable Inserting and ejecting a diskette StorageEjecting 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 Audio Adjusting the volumeSecuring your computer PasswordsSecurity slot Setting a password Battery power Page Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life To install a battery pack Installing and removing the battery packEnglish To remove a battery pack Charging the batteryOptimizing battery life Checking the battery levelBattery-low warning English Power management English Options Page External display devices Video External keyboard External input devicesExternal keypad English External pointing device Printer Audio devices PC Card Expansion devicesEnglish USB devices Ieee 1394 devices Miscellaneous options Battery packAC adapter Memory upgrade Key component upgradesEnglish Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop What to bring to long meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to short meetingsWhat to bring with you Taking the computer homeSpecial considerations Setting up a home office What to take with you Traveling with the computerTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page Launch Manager System softwareNavigating the Bios Utility Bios UtilitySetting a password Changing a password To exit the Bios UtilityRemoving a password Troubleshooting Page If it is lit, check the following Frequently asked questionsThere 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 Use conditions FCC noticeModem notices Important safety instructionsTelecommunications notices English Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statementCanada Industry Canada IC LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Regulatory InformationExposure to Radio Frequency Radiation USA Federal Communications Commission FCCEnglish 100 Index 102 Guide FCC notice 104