User manual ACER ASPIRE 1200

[. . . ] Aspire 1200 series User's guide Copyright © 2001 All Rights Reserved Aspire 1200 series Notebook computer User's guide Original Issue: December 2001 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. [. . . ] Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation. Allow the computer to return to room temperature, and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change is greater than 18°F (10°C), allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature. · 54 Moving with your computer Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home, it may be worthwhile to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home. With a second AC adapter, you can avoid transporting the extra weight to and from home. If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time, you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor, or mouse. 55 Traveling with the computer when you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client's office building or traveling locally Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Be sure the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when bringing it into the gate area. What to bring with you Bring the following items with you: · · · AC adapter Spare, fully charged battery packs Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling: · · Always take the computer as carry-on luggage. If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. The computer can safely pass through security X-ray machines, but never expose the computer to a metal detector. Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand-held metal detectors. · 56 Moving with your computer Traveling internationally with the computer when you are moving from country to country Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling. What to bring with you Bring the following items with you. · · · · AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate to the country to which you are traveling Spare, fully charged battery packs Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer. In addition, these tips are useful when traveling internationally. · When traveling in another country, check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage (e. g. , power rating). Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer. If you are using the modem, check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecom system of the country you are traveling in. · Software This chapter discusses the important system utilities bundled with your computer. 59 System software The computer comes preloaded with the following software: · · · Microsoft Windows operating system Hardware BIOS setup utility System utilities, drivers and application software Note: To access Windows software applications, click on the Start button and select the application folder. Then click on the application icon to run the selected application. To learn about the software and utility, make use of the online help provided by the software. 60 Software Easy Button Easy Button allows you to set the four launch keys located near the front of the computer. See "Launch keys" on page 22 for the location of these keys. To configure Easy Button, double-click on its icon on the taskbar. Pressing on a launch key that has not been configured will also allow you to configure Easy Button. To see other Easy Button options, right-click on the Easy Button icon on the taskbar. 61 E-Mail Detector The E-Mail Detector application monitors your mail servers for incoming email. When incoming email is detected, the email status indicator lights up. [. . . ] LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSÅTEILYLLE. VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNAD ÅLÅ TUIJOTA SÅTEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. [. . . ]