Acer 1400 series - User Manual

ix English Englis h Troubleshooting 65 Frequently asked questions 67 Appendix A Specifications 71 Appendix B Notices 77 Index 87 Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!jy!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

Getting familiar with your computer Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!2!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

3 English Englis h A tour of your computer After setting up your new Aspire notebook computer, as illustrated in the Just for starters… poster, take a few minutes to explore the unit. Front view # Item Description 1 Display Large liquid crystal display (LCD) provides visual output. 2 Launch keys 4 b...

5 English Englis h Left view # Item Description 1 Modem jack Connects the built-in fax/data modem to a phone line. 2 Network jack Connects the computer to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. 3 Microphone-in jack Connects an external microphone for audio input. 4 Headphone jack Connects headphones for ...

Getting familiar with your computer 6 English Right view # Item Description 1 Optical drive Depending on your model, the optical drive is one of the following: • CD-ROM drive for reading CDs. • DVD-ROM drive for reading CDs and DVDs. • DVD/CD-RW combo drive for reading CDs and DVDs, and writing to C...

7 English Englis h Rear view # Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot For attaching a security connector. 2 DC-in jack Connects the AC adapter. 3 S-video Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. 4 IEEE 1394 port Connects IEEE 1394 devices. 5 USB ports 2 ports for connecting US...

Getting familiar with your computer 8 English Bottom view # Item Description 1 Ventilation slots Enables the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 2 Reset Switch Forces the computer to shut down in the event of system lockup. Note: Any unsaved data will be lost. 3 Battery release latch Sl...

9 English Englis h Features Performance • AMD Athlon XP1800+, XP1900+ or higher processor. • VIA KN266 + VT8235. • 2 memory slots supporting 266MHz DDR, upgradeable to 2GB. • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk. • Microsoft Windows XP operating system. Multimedia • Built-in optical drive (CD-ROM, ...

Getting familiar with your computer 10 English Display • The 14.1” or 15.0” display panel provides a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use. The thin-film transistor (TFT) Low Voltage Differential Signaling (LVDS) supports extended graphics array (XGA), enabling 16.7 million color...

11 English Englis h Indicators Your computer provides an array of six indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to two indicators positioned at the front of the palm rest area. These indicators show the status of the computer and its components. The six indicators located above the keyboard...

13 English Englis h Keyboard The keyboard features full-size keys with an embedded keypad, separate cursor control keys, two Windows keys, and twelve function keys (hot keys). Special keys Lock keys The computer features three lock keys, each with its own status indicator light. Lock Key Description...

17 English Englis h Euro key Your computer supports the new Euro currency character. First, hold down the Alt Gr key, and then press the Euro key.. Keyboard ergonomics The wide palm rest area provides a comfortable platform for your hands when typing on the keyboard. The ergonomic design enables you...

Getting familiar with your computer 18 English Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a PS/2- compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. The cursor responds to your finger movements on the touchpad. In addition, the two click buttons provide the same functionality as a computer mouse...

Getting familiar with your computer 20 English Launch keys Located at the top of the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as key 1,key 2,key 3 and key 4. By default, key 1 is used to launch the email application and key 2 is used to launch the Internet...

21 English Englis h Storage Your computer's all-in-one design offers a variety of data storage options: • The high capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk drive. The hard drive is upgradeable, enabling you to increase your storage capacity in the future. Consult your dealer if you need to upgrade. • The flo...

Getting familiar with your computer 22 English To load an optical disc: • Place a CD or DVD on the open tray. Align the disc's center hole with the tray's spindle. • Gently push down on the disc until it clicks in place on the spindle. • Gently push in the tray until it clicks closed. Emergency ejec...

23 English Englis h Connectivity options Your computer has built-in connectivity options, enabling you to hook up to a network or communicate over a phone line. Ethernet and LAN The integrated network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based (10/100Mbps) network. To use the n...

25 English Englis h Audio Your computer includes an integrated stereo audio system. Built-in stereo speakers are located at the front of the unit. Volume is adjusted using software, such as Volume Control in Windows, or any other application that provides a volume adjustment control. Two audio ports...

Getting familiar with your computer 26 English Securing your computer Your computer features hardware and software security solutions, in the form of a slot for a Kensington lock and a password facility. Security slot A slot for a Kensington slot enables you to physically protect your computer from ...

O perating on battery power Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!38!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

29 English Englis h Battery pack Your computer uses a re-chargeable Ni-Mh or Li-Ion battery pack. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. To prolong the life of your Ni-Mh batte...

Operating on battery power 30 English Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks, you are advise...

31 English Englis h To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and c...

33 English Englis h Power management Your computer features a built-in power management unit that constantly monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, touchpad/mouse, floppy disk drive, hard disk drive, optical drive, p...

Peripherals and options Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!46!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

37 English Englis h External display devices You can connect an external (VGA) monitor or projector to your computer's external display port. See the section entitled "Display" for information on using the computer's simultaneous display and multi-display features. Use the Fn + F5 hot key to...

Peripherals and options 38 English External input devices You can connect a variety of input devices to your computer's USB ports, providing increased functionality and greater ease-of-use. In addition, the USB ports can be used to connect many other peripheral devices, such as digital cameras, prin...

39 English Englis h USB devices Your computer features two USB 2.0(Universal Serial Bus) ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals. See "External input devices" and "Printer" for information on connecting a USB keyboard, keypad, mouse or printer. Other common USB devices includ...

41 English Englis h Printer Your computer supports both parallel and USB printers. Refer to the printer's manual for information on: • Setting up the hardware. • Installing the necessary drivers in Windows. • Operating instructions. To use a USB printer, simply connect the device to one of your comp...

Peripherals and options 42 English Audio devices Your computer offers built-in stereo speakers. See the section entitled "Audio" for more information on these features. However, in addition to the integrated devices, the two audio ports on the left side of the unit enable you to connect exte...

43 English Englis h Expansion devices PC Card Your computer features a PC card slot that supports a standard Type II or Type III PC card (PCMCIA or CardBus). This greatly increases your computer's usability and expandability. A variety of PC cards are available, such as flash memory, SRAM, fax/data ...

45 English Englis h Miscellaneous options Battery pack It is a good idea to have a spare battery, especially when you travel with your computer. This greatly increases your productive range when you are on the move. AC adapter Having a spare AC adapter allows you to keep one in two different places....

Peripherals and options 46 English Key component upgrades Your computer is designed to deliver solid performance. However, in time, you might find that your applications demand even more computing power. For this reason, you are able to upgrade key components. Note: contact your authorized dealer if...

47 English Englis h 3 Insert the memory module diagonally in the slot (a), and then press down gently until it clicks in place (b). 4 Replace the memory compartment door, and fasten the screw. The computer automatically detects the new module and reconfigures the memory. Hard disk upgrade It is poss...

Moving with your computer Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!5:!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

51 English Englis h Disconnecting from the desktop Before moving with your computer, you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals: 1 Save your work and close all applications. 2 Shut down Windows to turn off your computer. 3 Unplug the AC adapter from the mains outlet, and then disconnect it ...

Moving with your computer 52 English Moving around Sometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance. For example, you might need to move from your office desk to a meeting room. In these situations, you don't have to shut down the operating system. Preparing the computer First, discon...

53 English Englis h Taking the computer home When you move between your office and home you will need to prepare your computer for the short trip. Preparing the computer After disconnecting your computer from the desktop, prepare the unit as follows: 1 Remove all media from the drives. Loaded media ...

Moving with your computer 54 English Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home, as well as at work, it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter. This will allow you to travel lighter, as you can keep an AC adapter in each location. You might also find it worthw...

55 English Englis h Traveling with the computer Sometimes you might need to make longer trips with your computer. Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would for moving between your office and home. It is advisable to make sure that the battery is fully charged. If you are traveling by ...

Software Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!68!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

59 English Englis h System software Your computer comes preloaded with the following software: • Microsoft Windows operating system. • Hardware BIOS setup utility. • System utilities, drivers and application software. Note: to run software applications in Windows, first click on the Start button. Ne...

Software 60 English 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...

Appendix A Specifications Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!82!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

Appendix B Notices Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!88!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

79 English Englis h FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generat...

Appendix B Notices 80 English and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Remarque à l’in...

81 English Englis h Telecommunications notices A-Tick notice For safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label. This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save them f...

Appendix B Notices 82 English a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b If liquid has been spilled into the product. c If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls tha...

83 English Englis h VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN Lithium battery statement CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommende...

Appendix B Notices 84 English Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copy...

87 Index A ACPI 33 audio 25 connecting externally 42 controlling volume 25 troubleshooting 68 B battery bay 8 battery pack battery-low warning 32 caring for v characteristics 29 charging 31 checking charge level 31 installing 30 low conditions 32 maximizing life 29 optimizing 31 removing 31 using th...