Human-centric design, Expansion | Acer 1500 manual

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10	Getting familiar with your computer

Human-centric design

•All-in-one design (incorporating hard drive, optical drive and floppy disk drive).

•Rugged, yet extremely portable, construction.

•Stylish appearance.

•Full-size keyboard with four programmable launch keys.

•Comfortable palm rest area with well-positioned touchpad.

Expansion

•PC card slot enables a range of add-on options.

•Upgradeable hard disk and memory modules.

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Acer 1500 manual Human-centric design, Expansion

Contents

Acer Aspire 1500 series User’s guidePage Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides 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 English Contents Moving with your computer Software Troubleshooting Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index English Your computer Page Description Tour of your computerFront view Getting familiar with your computer Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay Multimedia Human-centric design Expansion Indicators Icon Function Description Indicators on cover Icon Description Keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock Key Description Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off Embedded keypad Windows keys Key Description Hot keys Hot Key Icon Function Description English Euro symbol Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left Button Right Way Tap Scroll Key Launch Key Default application 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/data modem Audio Securing your computer Security slot 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 display devices External input devicesExternal keyboard External keypad USB devices Ieee 1394 Port Printer Audio devices Expansion devices PC Card English AC adapter Battery packMiscellaneous options Installing memory Key component upgradesMemory upgrade Hard disk upgrade English Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetings Special considerations Taking the computer homeWhat to bring with you What to take with you Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer Traveling internationally with your computer English Software Page System software Launch Manager Bios Setup Utility Troubleshooting Page Image is not full-screen Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen There is no audio coming from my computer My external microphone does not workKeyboard does not respond Floppy disk drive cannot read a diskette Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemOptical drive cannot read a disc Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and video Weight and dimensions AudioKeyboard and pointing device Ports Power EnvironmentOperating system Options English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Use conditions Modem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructions Telecommunications notices Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Varning LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Regulatory Notice General European Union EU Canada Industry Canada IC USA Federal Communications Commission FCC Index Status LCD English English