User manual ACER ASPIRE 1430Z

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First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer vii vii vii Getting familiar with your computer A tour of your computer Opened front view Closed Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Display Indicators Keyboard Special keys Keyboard ergonomics Touchpad Touchpad basics Launch keys Storage Ejecting the optical drive tray Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray Connectivity options Ethernet and LAN Fax/data modem Audio Audio DJ Securing your computer Security slot Passwords 1 3 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 15 15 19 20 20 22 23 23 24 25 25 26 27 28 30 30 30 Operating on battery power Battery pack(Optional) Battery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery level Battery-low warning Power management 33 35 35 36 38 38 39 40 Contents iv English Peripherals and options External display devices External keypad External pointing device Printer Expansion devices PC Card USB devices Miscellaneous options Installing New Components Opening The Case CPU upgrade Hard disk upgrade Memory upgrade I 41 43 44 44 45 46 46 47 48 49 49 50 52 53 54 Moving with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Traveling internationally with your computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations 55 57 58 58 58 58 59 59 59 59 60 61 61 61 61 62 62 62 62 Software System software Launch Manager BIOS Setup Utility 63 65 65 66 v Frequently asked questions 69 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices Index 73 79 89 English Troubleshooting 67 English English vi vii Your guides A set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your Aspire computer. : The Just for starters. . . poster shows you how to set up your computer. This User's Guide provides clear and concise information on using your computer productively. [. . . ] A variety of PC cards are available, such as flash memory, fax/data modem, LAN, and SCSI cards. Consult your dealer for information on PC card options for your computer. Note: Refer to the documentation provided with your PC card for details about installation and use. To insert a PC card: 1 Align the card with your computer's PC card slot. Make sure that the edge with the connectors is facing the slot, and that the card is the right (label) side up. Most cards are marked with an arrow to help you insert them correctly. Slide the card into the slot, and then push gently until the card connects. If necessary, connect the card's cable to the jack on the outer edge of the card. Windows will automatically detect the card's presence. 2 3 4 47 1 2 Close any applications using the PC card. Double click on the PC card icon on the taskbar, and then select the option to safely remove the card. Wait for the message telling you that it is now safe to remove the card. Press the PC card eject button to partially eject the card from the slot. Remove the card from the slot. 3 4 USB devices Your computer features four USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals. * Refer to "Opening The Case" on page 49. a) Remove the four screws that hold the hard disk. b) Lift up the hard disk; and detact the power and hard disk cables from the hard disk. c) Detacth the hard disk from the mainboard. 53 Your computer features two memory slots that accept 184-pin industry-standard DIMMs (Dual Inline Memory Modules). The memory slots support PC-2100 and PC-2700 DDR SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory). The memory slots are easily accessible, allowing you to upgrade your computer's memory. To install memory: * Refer to "Opening The Case" on page 49 and locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard. a) Align the DDR DIMM with the socket and press the DDR DIMM into the socket. b) Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR DIMM socket inward to lock the DDR DIMM. The computer automatically detects the new module and reconfigures the memory. English Memory upgrade English 54 Peripherals and options English I Moving with your computer Your Aspire 1700 series computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around. This chapter provides tips on things to consider when traveling with your computer. 57 Before moving with your computer, you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals: 1 2 3 4 5 6 Save your work and close all applications. Shut down Windows to turn off your computer. Unplug the AC adapter from the mains outlet, and then disconnect it from the computer. [. . . ] ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN. 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