User manual ACER ASPIRE M5100

[. . . ] - If you're reading this because you're having trouble with your computer, check the Troubleshooting section in My Aspire Guide software or the "Need Help?" section in this book. ) Table of Contents Welcome . 19 Connecting an Optional Serial Device . 20 Connecting an Optional Joystick or MIDI Device . 21 Copyright Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks and Aspire is a trademark of Acer Inc. [. . . ] · Maintenance Tools provides tools to keep your computer running smoothly and operating at optimal performance. · Repair Tools provides tools to fix minor problems that may occur on your computer. · Support Options provides ways to get help from Acer or other vendors of your computer. Diagnostics Tools Menu Maintenance Tools Menu When you enter the Maintenance Tools menu, you will have the following options to select from: · In/Uninstall Software This option enables you to install or uninstall software titles and selected software drivers that are preloaded on your system. To install, simply select the Install Software option. To uninstall, simply select the Uninstall Software option. · Defragment Hard Drive The Diagnostics Tools Menu has the following options to choose from: · Hardware Diagnostics The Hardware Diagnostics option contains tests that you can run to verify the functionality of your computer's hardware components. If you suspect that you may have a hardware component failure, you will need to run this program prior to contacting Acer Technical Support. 1 · Select the Hardware Diagnostics option. 2 · Follow the directions on the screen. · Windows Registry Checker A number of Windows problems are caused by incorrect or corrupted registry entries. Use this tool to verify your registry health, fix problems or to make a backup copy. 1 · Select the Registry Repair option. 3 · Follow the step-by-step directions to set up your own maintenance schedule. · Virus Scan This anti-virus program is designed to scan and clean computer viruses from your hard drive, floppy drive and computer. A manual scan on the hard drive should be performed on a regular basis to ensure the integrity of your computer data. In addition, it is important to update your virus scanning software on a regular basis. Fixes for newly discovered viruses may not be included in the original software provided with your system. Please contact the vendor of your anti-virus software for updates and pricing. 1 · Select the Virus Scan option. 2 · Select the drives, directory, or files you want to scan. 3 · Once you have made your choices, you may select the scan option to begin the virus check. If the Virus scan finds any infected files, it will list several options for you to follow. Repair Tools Menu · If you are running DOS, do the following: 3 · Select the date you want to restore your system to. 4 · Follow the on-screen instructions and tips. [. . . ] You will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect proper operation of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. The FCC prohibits this equipment to be connected to party lines or coin-telephone service. In the event that this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor. The FCC also requires the transmitter of a FAX transmission be properly identified (per FCC Rules Part 68, Sec. 68. 381 (c) (3)). Acer Year 2000 Compliance Statement This product is Year 2000-compliant and carries the "NSTL Hardware Tested Year 2000 Compliant" logo. [. . . ]