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Acer 1450 manual BIOS Setup Utility, English, Software

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BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS (basic input/output system) contains important information used to configure the hardware and system software settings. Your computer reads the BIOS when it first starts up, before it loads the operating system.

Your computer's BIOS includes a built-in setup utility called Insyde Software SCU (system configuration utility). It can be started shortly after you turn the computer on, by pressing the F2 key during POST.

The BIOS setup utility displays summary information on your computer, its devices, processor and memory.

Your computer is already configured for optimal performance, and so you should not need to run this utility. However, you may need to change the BIOS settings if you encounter configuration problems in the future. Refer to “Frequently asked questions” on page 67 if a problem arises.

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Contents

Acer Aspire 1450 series User’s guideAcer Aspire 1450 Series Notebook Computer Users Guide Original Issue SeptemberCopyright All Rights Reserved Acer Aspire 1450 series Notebook computer Model Number Serial NumberYour guides Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Turning your computer on and offEnglish Taking care of your computerTaking care of your AC adapter English Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing English Contents Operating on battery powerGetting familiar with your computer English Peripherals and optionsMoving with your computer Software TroubleshootingAppendix A Specifications Appendix B NoticesEnglish your computer Getting familiar withThis chapter provides an in-depth tour of your computers features English A tour of your computerFront open view Front view EnglishEnglish Left view EnglishRight view EnglishRear view EnglishBottom view EnglishEnglish Display FeaturesPerformance MultimediaEnglish Human-centric design and ergonomicsExpansion Icon IndicatorsEnglish FunctionLock keys Using the KeyboardSpecial keys EnglishEmbedded numeric keypad EnglishWindows keys EnglishHot keys EnglishIcon EnglishHot key Function2 Double-click on Regional and Language Options The Euro symbol1 Click on Start, Control Panel EnglishEnglish Getting familiar with your computerEnglish TouchpadTouchpad basics Left button EnglishFunction RightEnglish Launch KeysE-Mail Detection English Optical drive StorageHard disk EnglishEnglish Emergency ejection of the optical drive trayEjecting the optical drive tray English Adjusting the volumeAudio English Connectivity optionsEthernet and LAN Your computer has a built-in V.92 56Kbps AC’97 Link fax/data modem Fax/data modemEnglish Fast infrared EnglishSecuring your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords EnglishEnglish Entering passwordsSetting passwords battery power Operating onPage Maximizing the batterys life Battery packBattery pack characteristics Conditioning a new battery packInstalling and removing the battery pack EnglishOptimizing battery life Charging the batteryChecking the battery level EnglishEnglish Battery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows Power Meter Power management EnglishOperating on battery power Englishoptions Peripherals andPage External keyboard External display devicesExternal input devices External keypadPeripherals and options USB devicesEnglish See your video or digital camera’s documentation for details IEEE 1394 PortEnglish English PrinterAudio devices English Expansion devicesPC Card 3 Press the PC card eject button to partially eject the card To remove a PC card 1 Close the application that is using the PC cardEnglish 4 Pull the card from the slotAC adapter Battery packMiscellaneous options EnglishInstalling memory Key component upgradesMemory upgrade EnglishHard disk upgrade EnglishEnglish Peripherals and optionscomputer Moving with yourPage Disconnecting from the desktop EnglishWhat to bring to short meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to long meetingsSpecial considerations Taking the computer homeWhat to bring with you Preparing the computerSetting up a home office EnglishPreparing the computer Traveling with the computerWhat to take with you Special considerationsWhat to take with you Traveling internationally with your computerPreparing the computer Special considerationsSoftware Your Aspire 1450 series notebook computer includes system utilities English System softwareLaunch Manager Software BIOS Setup UtilityEnglish Troubleshooting Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsI press the power button, but my computer does not start or boot-up The image is not full-screenI cant eject the optical drive tray with my computer turned off There is no audio coming from my computerMy external microphone does not work The keyboard does not respondThe optical drive cannot read a disc 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 printer does not workInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting service1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Before you callTelephone number Machine and model type Serial number EnglishYou are required to provide the following information Name Address Date of purchaseTroubleshooting EnglishSpecifications Appendix AThis appendix lists the general specifications of your computer Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and videoEnvironment Weight and dimensionsI/O ports System65Wh 8-cell Li-Ion battery pack PowerOptions 256/512 MB or 1 GB memory upgrade module Additional AC adapterAppendix A Specifications EnglishNotices Appendix BThis appendix lists the general notices for your computer English English Appendix B NoticesTelecommunications notices Important safety instructionsModem notices Regulatory InformationEnglish English Lithium battery statementLaser compliance statement English LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Index EnglishEnglish BIOS Setup 64-?? touchpad 21 hotkey 18 using 21 travelUSB connecting 44 utility volume adjusting