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This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer by yourself. Contact your dealer or an authorised service center for assistance.

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Aspire 1690 Series User’s GuidePage First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Please refer to Frequently-asked questions on Vii Viii Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Regulation & safety noticesPage An Aspire tour Front viewDescription Programs. See Launch keys on Closed front view English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications Microprocessor Weight with battery Power Indicators Icon Function Description English Using the keyboard Lock keysLock Key Description Fn-F11 Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot keys Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F5 Fn-F6Fn-F7 Fn-F8 Euro Symbol US dollar sign Launch key Default application Launch keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right Tap Button Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Adjusting the volume Audio Using system utilities Acer eManager Launch Manager Acer GridVista Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your NotebookMoving around Preparing the computer Taking the computer home What to take to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings What to take with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with you Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwords English Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Built-in network feature Fast Infrared Universal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slot Inserting a PC Card Installing memory Bios Utility Boot sequenceDisc to Disc Recovery enable Password Using software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Power management Windows Arcade Arcade Hot keys Finding and playing content Advanced Settings Arcade controls Navigation controlsPlayer controls DVD settings Cinema Language Album Slideshow settings Video Playing a video fileEditing a video file Copy backup your CD/DVD collection MusicBurner Audio create your own greatest hits CDs Data store files simply and easilyVideo your world in pictures Acer eRecovery Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re-install bundled software without CD Change password Acer disc-to-disc recovery Multilingual operating system installationRestore without a Recovery CD English My computer Key link http//global.acer.com Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screen Keyboard does not respond Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError Messages Corrective Action Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Before you call Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC notice Modem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countries TBR List of Applicable Countries For modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeRadio Device Regulatory Notice General FCC RF safety requirement European Union EU English Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/6/1 English Page CD-ROM