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Acer Aspire 1300 series
User’s guide
As1300_E.book Page i Tuesday, July 9, 2002 2:01 PM
Contents
Main
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Contents
Getting familiar with your computer 1
Operating on battery power 27
Peripherals and options 35
Moving with your computer 49
Software 57
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First things first
Your guides
Basic care and tips for using your computer
Turning your computer on and off
Taking care of your computer
Taking care of your AC adapter
Taking care of your battery pack
Cleaning and servicing
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Left view
Right view
Rear v ie w
Bottom view
Features
Performance
Multimedia
Connectivity
Human-centric design and ergonomics
Display
Indicators
The two indicators located at the front of the unit provide the following status information:
Keyb oa rd
Special keys
Lock keys
The computer features three lock keys, each with its own status indicator light.
Embedded keypad
Windows keys
The keyboard features two keys that provide Windows-specific functions.
Hotkeys
Euro key
Keyboard ergonomics
Tou c h pa d
Touchpad basics
top of the key to scroll up, a nd the bottom to scroll dow n .
Launch keys
Storage
Inserting and ejecting a diskette
Ejecting the optical drive tray
Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray
Connectivity options
Ethernet and LAN
Fax/ d at a mo d em
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Audio
Securing your computer
Security slot
Passwords
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Battery pack
Battery pack characteristics
Maximizing the battery's life
Conditioning a new battery pack
Installing and removing the battery pack
Charging the battery
Checking the battery level
Optimizing battery life
Battery-low warning
When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on your situation:
Power management
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External display devices
External input devices
External keyboard
External keypad
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Printer
Audio devices
Expansion devices
PC Card
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USB devices
Miscellaneous options
Key component upgrades
Memory upgrade
Hard disk upgrade
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Disconnecting from the desktop
Moving around
What to bring to short meetings
What to bring to long meetings
Taking the computer home
What to bring with you
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Traveling with the computer
What to take with you
Traveling internationally with your computer
What to take with you
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System software
Launch Manager
BIOS Setup Utility
Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility
Startup menu
Date and Time
Boot Device
Exit menu
Default Settings
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Frequently asked questions
I press the power switch, but my computer does not start or boot-up.
Nothing appears on the screen.
The image is not full-screen.
There is no audio coming from my computer.
My external microphone does not work.
I can't eject the optical drive tray with my computer turned off.
The keyboard does not respond.
The floppy disk drive cannot read a diskette.
The optical drive cannot read a disc.
The printer does not work.
I want to set up my location to use the internal modem.
When the battery is 95-99% full, it won't charge to 100% capacity.
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Microprocessor
Memory
Data storage
Display and video
Audio
Weight and dimensions
Environment
Operating system
Power
Options
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FCC notice
Notice: Shielded cables
Notice: Peripheral devices
Caution
Use conditions
Modem notices
FCC
TBR 21
Telecommunications notices
A-Tick notice
Important safety instructions
Laser compliance statement
Lithium battery statement
LCD pixel statement
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Index
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