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Frequently asked questions

This section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.

I press the power button, 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 AC power, make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged in to the computer and to the power outlet.

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 follow- ing:

•The brightness level might be too low. Press the Fn and → keys to increase the screen brightness level.

•The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press the Fn and F5 keys to toggle the display setting.

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

The image is not full-screen.

Make sure that the resolution is set to a resolution your system sup- ports:

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

•Click on the Settings tab to check the resolution setting.

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Contents Acer Aspire 2010 Series Page Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guides Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packEnglish Contents Software Operating on battery powerPeripherals and options Moving with your computerAppendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index TroubleshootingEnglish Your computer Page Open view Tour of your computerGetting familiar with your computer Front view Top view Left view Right view Rear view Description Ieee 1394 port Connects Ieee 1394 devices Bottom view Features Display Indicators English Lock keys KeyboardEmbedded numeric keypad Shift + Windows keysFn + F3 Hot keysEuro key Touchpad basics TouchpadEnglish Launch keys Ejecting the optical disc StorageEmergency ejection of the optical drive tray Ethernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Audio Security slot PasswordsSecuring your computer English Battery power Page Conditioning a new battery pack Battery packBattery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Optimizing battery life Charging the batteryChecking the battery level Battery-low warning Power management English Options Page External keypad External display devicesExternal input devices External keyboardUSB devices Ieee 1394 Port Audio devices PrinterTo insert a PC card Expansion devicesPC Card To remove a PC card Installing memory Key component upgradesMemory upgrade Hard disk upgrade Computer Page What to bring to short meetings Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerSpecial considerations Setting up a home officeTaking the computer home What to bring with youWhat to take with you Traveling with with computerTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page Launch Manager System softwareWindows Arcade Arcade Hot keys Advanced Settings Finding and playing contentPlayer controls Navigation controlsVideo DVD settingsLanguage Album Slideshow settings Editing a video file Playing a video fileAudio create your own greatest hits CDs Copy backup your CD/DVD collectionFile type compatibility Data store files simply and easilyVideo your world in pictures Bios Setup Utility English Troubleshooting Page Image is not full-screen Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Optical drive cannot read a disc There is no audio coming from my computerMy external microphone does not work Keyboard does not respondPrinter does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemEnglish Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Options English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensList of Applicable Countries TBREnglish English Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Radio Device Regulatory Notice LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice European Union EU GeneralExposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 FCC RF safety requirementFederal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/3/5 Index PC Card Inserting Removing Ports External display Parallel