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Acer 1450 manual English

Models: 1450

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Item					Description
4-in-1 card reader1					Reads cards from Smart Media,
					Memory Stick, MultiMedia, and Secure
					Digital cards.
4-in-1 card reader1					Displays activity of 4-in-1 card reader.
indicator
Infrared port					Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g.,
					infrared printer, IR-aware computer).
					Enables or disables Bluetooth
Bluetooth button2					Enables or disables Bluetooth
					functionality.
					Indicates that (optional) Bluetooth is
Bluetooth indicator2					enabled.
Bluetooth indicator2
InviLink button3					Enables or disables wireless LAN
					feature.
					Indicates status of wireless LAN
InviLink indicator3					communication.
InviLink indicator3
Latch					Latch for opening and closing the
					laptop.

Notes:

1.Four-in-one card reader is a manufacturing option, subject to configuration. Only one card can operate at any given time.

2.Bluetooth button and indicator work on models with Bluetooth only.

3.InviLink button and indicator work on models with wireless LAN only.

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Contents

User’s guide Acer Aspire 1450 seriesAcer Aspire 1450 series Notebook computer Model Number Serial Number Original Issue SeptemberCopyright All Rights Reserved Acer Aspire 1450 Series Notebook Computer Users GuideTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterEnglish Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingEnglish English Operating on battery power Getting familiar with your computerContents Peripherals and options Moving with your computerEnglish Appendix B Notices TroubleshootingAppendix A Specifications SoftwareEnglish Getting familiar with your computerThis chapter provides an in-depth tour of your computers features A tour of your computer Front open viewEnglish English Front viewEnglish English Left viewEnglish Right viewEnglish Rear viewEnglish Bottom viewEnglish Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayHuman-centric design and ergonomics ExpansionEnglish Function IndicatorsEnglish IconEnglish Using the KeyboardSpecial keys Lock keysEnglish Embedded numeric keypadEnglish Windows keysEnglish Hot keysFunction EnglishHot key IconEnglish The Euro symbol1 Click on Start, Control Panel 2 Double-click on Regional and Language OptionsGetting familiar with your computer EnglishTouchpad Touchpad basicsEnglish Right EnglishFunction Left buttonLaunch Keys E-Mail DetectionEnglish English English StorageHard disk Optical driveEmergency ejection of the optical drive tray Ejecting the optical drive trayEnglish Adjusting the volume AudioEnglish Connectivity options Ethernet and LANEnglish Fax/data modem EnglishYour computer has a built-in V.92 56Kbps AC’97 Link fax/data modem English Fast infraredEnglish Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Securing your computerEntering passwords Setting passwordsEnglish Operating on battery powerPage Conditioning a new battery pack Battery packBattery pack characteristics Maximizing the batterys lifeEnglish Installing and removing the battery packEnglish Charging the batteryChecking the battery level Optimizing battery lifeBattery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows Power MeterEnglish English Power managementEnglish Operating on battery powerPeripherals and optionsPage External keypad External display devicesExternal input devices External keyboardUSB devices EnglishPeripherals and options IEEE 1394 Port EnglishSee your video or digital camera’s documentation for details Printer Audio devicesEnglish Expansion devices PC CardEnglish 4 Pull the card from the slot To remove a PC card 1 Close the application that is using the PC cardEnglish 3 Press the PC card eject button to partially eject the cardEnglish Battery packMiscellaneous options AC adapterEnglish Key component upgradesMemory upgrade Installing memoryEnglish Hard disk upgradePeripherals and options EnglishMoving with your computerPage English Disconnecting from the desktopWhat to bring to long meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to short meetingsPreparing the computer Taking the computer homeWhat to bring with you Special considerationsEnglish Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling with the computerWhat to take with you Preparing the computerSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with your computerPreparing the computer What to take with youSoftware Your Aspire 1450 series notebook computer includes system utilities System software Launch ManagerEnglish BIOS Setup Utility EnglishSoftware Troubleshooting Page The image is not full-screen Frequently asked questionsI press the power button, but my computer does not start or boot-up Nothing appears on the screenThe keyboard does not respond There is no audio coming from my computerMy external microphone does not work I cant eject the optical drive tray with my computer turned offThe printer does not work I want to set up my location to use the internal modemWhen the battery is 95-99% full, it wont charge to 100% capacity The optical drive cannot read a discBefore you call Requesting service1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel International Travelers Warranty ITWDate of purchase EnglishYou are required to provide the following information Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial numberEnglish TroubleshootingAppendix A SpecificationsThis appendix lists the general specifications of your computer Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storageSystem Weight and dimensionsI/O ports Environment256/512 MB or 1 GB memory upgrade module Additional AC adapter PowerOptions 65Wh 8-cell Li-Ion battery packEnglish Appendix A SpecificationsAppendix B NoticesThis appendix lists the general notices for your computer English Appendix B Notices EnglishRegulatory Information Important safety instructionsModem notices Telecommunications noticesEnglish Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statementEnglish LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeEnglish English IndexEnglish volume adjusting touchpad 21 hotkey 18 using 21 travelUSB connecting 44 utility BIOS Setup 64-??