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Wake-on -LAN ready T Wireless LAN (optional): integrated miniPCI Acer InviLinkTM 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution T Acer SignalUP wireless technology support T Wireless PAN (optional): integrated Bluetooth® Audio T Audio system with two built-in mind. Wake-on -Ring ... Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) LCD displaying at -- 15" XGA (1024 X 768) -- 15.4" WXGA (1280 X 800) supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista T Intel® 915GM integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 and up to 128 MB of shared memory T Microsoft®...
Wake-on -LAN ready T Wireless LAN (optional): integrated miniPCI Acer InviLinkTM 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM solution T Acer SignalUP wireless technology support T Wireless PAN (optional): integrated Bluetooth® Audio T Audio system with two built-in mind. Wake-on -Ring ... Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) LCD displaying at -- 15" XGA (1024 X 768) -- 15.4" WXGA (1280 X 800) supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista T Intel® 915GM integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 and up to 128 MB of shared memory T Microsoft®...
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... legend, cursor-control key symbols are in uppercase. Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Num lock off . Chapter 1 13 When [ is on, all alphabetic characters typed are not printed on and off Hold while...
... legend, cursor-control key symbols are in uppercase. Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Num lock off . Chapter 1 13 When [ is on, all alphabetic characters typed are not printed on and off Hold while...
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... Help and Support) + (Opens the Find: All Files dialog box) + (Opens the Run dialog box) + (Minimizes all windows) + +< M> (Undoes the minimize all windows) This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; Hot Keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most ... access Main keyboard keys Num lock on Num lock off Hold while typing letters on embedded Type the letters in the hot key combination. 14 Aspire 1640 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform...
... Help and Support) + (Opens the Find: All Files dialog box) + (Opens the Run dialog box) + (Minimizes all windows) + +< M> (Undoes the minimize all windows) This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; Hot Keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most ... access Main keyboard keys Num lock on Num lock off Hold while typing letters on embedded Type the letters in the hot key combination. 14 Aspire 1640 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform...
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The central location on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and suuport. This means the cursor responds as clicking the left button. * ...
The central location on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and suuport. This means the cursor responds as clicking the left button. * ...
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... 848x480 on the driver version and operating system. USB Port Item USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of resolutions depends on Windows(R)XP, Windows(R) 2000 and Windows(R)ME. one on the right side; Video Resolutions Mode Monitor Resolution Hz 2048x1536 60 Resolution, colors and maximum refersh...Tpye III) One type II Right side NO Yes (IRQ17) Specification Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Keyboard vendor Total number of keypads Windows keys Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously KBC NS97551 Darfon 88-/89-key Yes Yes Specification Battery Item Vendor & model name ...
... 848x480 on the driver version and operating system. USB Port Item USB Compliancy Level OHCI Number of resolutions depends on Windows(R)XP, Windows(R) 2000 and Windows(R)ME. one on the right side; Video Resolutions Mode Monitor Resolution Hz 2048x1536 60 Resolution, colors and maximum refersh...Tpye III) One type II Right side NO Yes (IRQ17) Specification Keyboard Item Keyboard controller Keyboard vendor Total number of keypads Windows keys Internal & external keyboard work simultaneously KBC NS97551 Darfon 88-/89-key Yes Yes Specification Battery Item Vendor & model name ...
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... one label attached to it . See if CD-ROM Test is passed as the program runs to FDD Test. 3. Follow the instructions in the message window. If the error still remains: 1. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Replace... following to isolate the problem to fail. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. Replace the main board. Follow the instructions in the message window.
... one label attached to it . See if CD-ROM Test is passed as the program runs to FDD Test. 3. Follow the instructions in the message window. If the error still remains: 1. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, drive, or CD-ROM. Replace... following to isolate the problem to fail. Replace the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 3. Replace the main board. Follow the instructions in the message window.
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.... 2. then check that power is supplied. 3. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the message window. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the computer using...
.... 2. then check that power is supplied. 3. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the doagmpstotics program (please refer to the diagnostic memory in the message window. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack; Memory check Memory errors might stop system operations, show error messages on the computer using...
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... / Error Battery can't be charged Action in Sequence See "Check the Battery Pack" on page 28. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Action in Sequence Keyboard (if control is damaged. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "S4 Sleeping State...
... / Error Battery can't be charged Action in Sequence See "Check the Battery Pack" on page 28. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Action in Sequence Keyboard (if control is damaged. Hard disk connection board Hard disk drive System board See "S4 Sleeping State...
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... port device problems. Action in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot system. Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems...
... port device problems. Action in the "Onboard Devices Configuration" of BIOS Setup Utility is set to execute "Load Default Settings", then reboot system. Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Touchpad board System board Modem-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in this list and the problem remains, see "Undetermined Problems...
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... heavy objects on top of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on uneven surfaces. v To turn it . • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight...
... heavy objects on top of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on uneven surfaces. v To turn it . • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight...
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... care of your AC adapter v Taking care of your battery pack vi Cleaning and servicing vi An Aspire tour 1 Front view 1 Closed front view 2 Left view 3 Right view 4 Rear view 4 ...Touchpad 11 Touchpad basics 11 Using the keyboard 13 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 13 Windows keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Special keys 16 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray...security lock 17 Audio 18 Adjusting the volume 18 Using the system utilities 19 Acer eManager 19 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 20 Launch Manager 21 Norton AntiVirus 22 Frequently asked...
... care of your AC adapter v Taking care of your battery pack vi Cleaning and servicing vi An Aspire tour 1 Front view 1 Closed front view 2 Left view 3 Right view 4 Rear view 4 ...Touchpad 11 Touchpad basics 11 Using the keyboard 13 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 13 Windows keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Special keys 16 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray...security lock 17 Audio 18 Adjusting the volume 18 Using the system utilities 19 Acer eManager 19 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 20 Launch Manager 21 Norton AntiVirus 22 Frequently asked...
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...of DDR2 533 memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.4" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista 15.4" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi...-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista 15" XGA color TFT LCD, supporting 1024 x ...
...of DDR2 533 memory, upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules 15.4" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista 15.4" WXGA color TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi...-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista 15" XGA color TFT LCD, supporting 1024 x ...
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... Special keys and controls I/O ports Software Modem: 56K ITU V.92 with 4-way scroll button 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad Four easy-launch buttons: Internet, email, Empowering Key, one user-programmable button Two front-... Line-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Acer Arcade Acer eManager (ePowerManagement, eNetManagement, ePresentation, eRecovery, eSettings) Acer GridVista 2.0 Acer Launch Manager Norton AntiVirus™ Adobe® Reader® NTI CD-Maker™ Wake-on -Ring ready...
... Special keys and controls I/O ports Software Modem: 56K ITU V.92 with 4-way scroll button 12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad Four easy-launch buttons: Internet, email, Empowering Key, one user-programmable button Two front-... Line-in jack Ethernet (RJ-45) port Modem (RJ-11) port DC-in jack for AC adapter Acer Arcade Acer eManager (ePowerManagement, eNetManagement, ePresentation, eRecovery, eSettings) Acer GridVista 2.0 Acer Launch Manager Norton AntiVirus™ Adobe® Reader® NTI CD-Maker™ Wake-on -Ring ready...
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Touchpad basics The following items show you move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. This means the cursor responds as clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move the ...
Touchpad basics The following items show you move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. This means the cursor responds as clicking the left button. • Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move the ...
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... Scroll Lock is in numeric mode. English 13 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Use this mode when you press the up or down arrow keys...
... Scroll Lock is in numeric mode. English 13 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Use this mode when you press the up or down arrow keys...
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This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; English 14 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as ... functions: < > + : Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. it opens the application's context menu.
This key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; English 14 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as ... functions: < > + : Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. it opens the application's context menu.
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... when connecting to launch the Acer eManager user interface, which to frequently used functions. Acer eNetManagement Helps you to quickly and easily connect to networks in a variety of locations. Acer eRecovery Creates backups and recovers system configurations reliably. English 19 Using the system utilities Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.
... when connecting to launch the Acer eManager user interface, which to frequently used functions. Acer eNetManagement Helps you to quickly and easily connect to networks in a variety of locations. Acer eRecovery Creates backups and recovers system configurations reliably. English 19 Using the system utilities Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.
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...ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. You may choose any one ), including your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery's "System backup to optical disk" feature to burn a backup .... Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this function, please go to complete the process. Acer GridVista is only available on the appropriate application and select the Help function. To enable the dual monitor feature...
...ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. You may choose any one ), including your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery's "System backup to optical disk" feature to burn a backup .... Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this function, please go to complete the process. Acer GridVista is only available on the appropriate application and select the Help function. To enable the dual monitor feature...
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... from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to the manufacturer's recommended value. Acer GridVista is set to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for the...resolution setting of the easy-launch buttons. English 21 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard.
... from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to the manufacturer's recommended value. Acer GridVista is set to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for the...resolution setting of the easy-launch buttons. English 21 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard.
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... complete, a scan summary appears. If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer. 4 Under Actions, click Scan. 5 When...
... complete, a scan summary appears. If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer. 4 Under Actions, click Scan. 5 When...