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BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (basic input/ouput system).

Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. Please also refer to Chapter 6, Troubleshooting when a problem arises.

To activate the BIOS Setup Utility, press F2 during POST.

Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility

There are six menu options: Main, Advanced, Security, Others, Boot and Exit.

Follow these instructions:

•To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys (← →).

•To choose a parameter, use the cursor up/down keys (↑↓).

•To change the value of a parameter, press F5 or F6.

Note: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets.

•A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press Enter to expand this item.

•Press Esc while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu.

•In any menu, you can load default settings by pressing F9. You can also press F10 to save any changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

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Acer 1400 manual Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility

Contents

User’s guide Acer Aspire 1400 seriesCopyright All Rights Reserved Getting familiar with your computer Operating on battery powerContents Moving with your computer Peripherals and optionsSoftware Appendix A Specifications TroubleshootingAppendix B Notices IndexPage 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 Page Getting familiar with your computerThis chapter gives an in-depth tour of the computer’s many features Front view A tour of your computerDescription Speaker/headphone-out jack Left viewRight view Connects to a phone line only for models with an Rear viewBottom view Performance FeaturesMultimedia ConnectivityCardBus PC Card slots Upgradeable memory and hard disk ExpansionVideo performance DisplaySimultaneous display DualviewIndicators “Right view” on page 6 for the location of this switch Special keys KeyboardLock keys Embedded keypad The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions Windows keysSwitches display output between the display Hotkeysscreen, external monitor if connected and both the display screen and external monitorKeyboard ergonomics Touchpad basics TouchpadClick twice quickly Launches a set application Launch keysInserting and ejecting a diskette StorageEjecting the optical drive tray Ethernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Page Audio Adjusting the volumeUsing the Audio DJ feature To playback an audio CD, do as follows Securing your computer PasswordsSecurity notch Getting familiar with your computer Operating on battery powerPage Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing battery life Conditioning a new battery packInstalling and removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack Charging the battery1 Slide the battery release latch to unlatch the battery pack 2 Pull up the battery pack to remove itOptimizing battery life Checking the battery levelBattery-low warning Power management Peripherals and optionsPage External monitor External display devicesExternal display with s-video input Using simultaneous displayPeripherals and options External keyboard External input devicesExternal keypad External pointing devicePrinter Audio devices PC Card slots Expansion devicesInserting a card Ejecting a card Disconnecting USB devicesMiscellaneous options Battery packAC adapter Memory upgrade Key component upgradesInstalling memory Hard disk upgrade Moving with your computerPage Disconnecting from the desktop Preparing the computer Moving aroundWhat to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetingsWhat to bring with you Taking the computer homeSpecial considerations Preparing the computerSetting up a home office Preparing the computer Traveling with the computerWhat to bring with you Special considerationsPreparing the computer Traveling internationally with the computerWhat to bring with you Special considerationsSoftware Page Microsoft Windows operating system Hardware BIOS setup utility System softwareThe computer comes preloaded with the following software System utilities, drivers and application softwareSoftware Easy ButtonNavigating the BIOS Setup Utility BIOS Setup UtilityThe table below describes the parameters in this screen MainThe table below describes the parameters in the screen AdvancedSecurity User Password Is Setting a passwordto eight alphanumeric characters A-Z, a-z Changing a password Removing a passwordEnter key. The Set Password box appears Others The table below describes these devices BootDiscards changes made and exits the BIOS Setup Utility ExitSoftware Troubleshooting Page Frequently-asked questions I press the power switch, but the computer does not start or boot-upNothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screenExternal microphone does not work No audio from the computerHow do I eject the optical drive tray with the computer turned off? The keyboard does not respondThe CD or DVD drive cannot access a disc The floppy drive cannot access a disketteI want to set up my location to use the internal modem The printer does not workRefer to the Windows Help and Support and the modem manual 0200 Failure Fixed Disk Error messageserror System timer test failed, and the system board needs to bedevice Address Troubleshooting Appendix A SpecificationsThis appendix lists the general specifications of your computer Memory MicroprocessorData storage Display and videoI/O ports Weight and dimensionsEnvironment Appendix A SpecificationsOperating system PowerOptions Battery pack 87- WattHour Li-Ion battery pack AC adapter 90-WattAppendix A Specifications Appendix B NoticesThis appendix lists the general notices for your computer Notice Shielded cables FCC noticeNotice Peripheral devices Use conditionsTelecommunications notices Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens A-Tick noticeImportant safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statementLCD pixel statement Year 2000 compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Appendix B Notices Index password memory upgradehard disk Windows keys