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... editions of this publication without the prior written permission of such revision or changes. All correspondence concerning your computer. Acer Aspire 1800 Series Notebook computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Purchase All trademarks and registered trademarks are ... number, and purchase information. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to notify any person of Acer Incorporated. Such changes will be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic,...
... editions of this publication without the prior written permission of such revision or changes. All correspondence concerning your computer. Acer Aspire 1800 Series Notebook computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Purchase All trademarks and registered trademarks are ... number, and purchase information. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to notify any person of Acer Incorporated. Such changes will be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic,...
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... power button above the keyboard. This User's Guide provides clear and concise information on our products, services, and support, please visit our web site: www.acer.com. The Just for using your computer. For more information. See Windows Help for future reference. Basic care and tips for starters...
... power button above the keyboard. This User's Guide provides clear and concise information on our products, services, and support, please visit our web site: www.acer.com. The Just for using your computer. For more information. See Windows Help for future reference. Basic care and tips for starters...
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Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0°C (32°F), or above 50°C (122°F). • Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields. • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the power cord when disconnecting from areas where people might walk on it or trip over it. • Do not pull on it . • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Do not place objects ...
Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0°C (32°F), or above 50°C (122°F). • Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields. • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the power cord when disconnecting from areas where people might walk on it or trip over it. • Do not pull on it . • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Do not place objects ...
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Recycle if possible. Do not use other kinds of batteries. • Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery. • Disconnect the AC adapter. • Clean with a soft cloth moistened with the battery. English English v Taking care of your battery pack It is also important that you look after your computer's battery pack. • Use the correct battery model for your computer, it is important that you follow these steps: • Turn off before removing or replacing the battery. • Do not tamper with a little water. Refer to local regulations. Keep the...
Recycle if possible. Do not use other kinds of batteries. • Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery. • Disconnect the AC adapter. • Clean with a soft cloth moistened with the battery. English English v Taking care of your battery pack It is also important that you look after your computer's battery pack. • Use the correct battery model for your computer, it is important that you follow these steps: • Turn off before removing or replacing the battery. • Do not tamper with a little water. Refer to local regulations. Keep the...
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Contents English First things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iii Turning your computer on and off iii Taking care of your computer iv Taking care of your AC adapter iv Taking care of your battery pack v Cleaning and servicing v Getting familiar with your computer 1 A tour of your computer 3 Front view 5 Left view 6 Right view 7 Rear view 8 Bottom view 9 Features 10 Display 12 Indicators 13 Keyboard 15 Lock keys 15 Windows keys 16 Function keys 17 Euro key 18 Touchpad 19 Touchpad basics 19 Launch keys 21...
Contents English First things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iii Turning your computer on and off iii Taking care of your computer iv Taking care of your AC adapter iv Taking care of your battery pack v Cleaning and servicing v Getting familiar with your computer 1 A tour of your computer 3 Front view 5 Left view 6 Right view 7 Rear view 8 Bottom view 9 Features 10 Display 12 Indicators 13 Keyboard 15 Lock keys 15 Windows keys 16 Function keys 17 Euro key 18 Touchpad 19 Touchpad basics 19 Launch keys 21...
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...External keypad 39 External pointing device 39 USB devices 40 IEEE 1394 Port 41 Printer 42 Audio devices 42 Expansion devices 43 PC Card 43 Key component upgrades 45 Memory upgrade 45 Installing memory 45 Hard disk upgrade 46 Moving with your computer 47 Disconnecting ...from the desktop 49 Moving around 49 Taking the computer home 50 Setting up a home office 50 Traveling with with computer 51 Traveling internationally with...
...External keypad 39 External pointing device 39 USB devices 40 IEEE 1394 Port 41 Printer 42 Audio devices 42 Expansion devices 43 PC Card 43 Key component upgrades 45 Memory upgrade 45 Installing memory 45 Hard disk upgrade 46 Moving with your computer 47 Disconnecting ...from the desktop 49 Moving around 49 Taking the computer home 50 Setting up a home office 50 Traveling with with computer 51 Traveling internationally with...
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create your world in pictures 73 BIOS Setup Utility 75 Troubleshooting 77 Frequently asked questions 79 Appendix A Specifications 83 Appendix B Notices 89 Index 103 store files simply and easily 73 Video - your own greatest hits CDs 73 Data - backup your CD/DVD collection 72 Audio - English Features and Benefits 57 Cinema 57 Album 58 Music 58 Windows Arcade 60 Arcade Hot keys 61 Arcade remote controller 62 Finding and playing content 65 Advanced Settings 65 Arcade controls 66 Navigation controls 66 Player controls 66 Cinema 67 DVD ...
create your world in pictures 73 BIOS Setup Utility 75 Troubleshooting 77 Frequently asked questions 79 Appendix A Specifications 83 Appendix B Notices 89 Index 103 store files simply and easily 73 Video - your own greatest hits CDs 73 Data - backup your CD/DVD collection 72 Audio - English Features and Benefits 57 Cinema 57 Album 58 Music 58 Windows Arcade 60 Arcade Hot keys 61 Arcade remote controller 62 Finding and playing content 65 Advanced Settings 65 Arcade controls 66 Navigation controls 66 Player controls 66 Cinema 67 DVD ...
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This chapter provides an in-depth "tour" of your productivity by working wherever you are. Increase your computer's features. Your Aspire notebook computer combines solid performance, versatility, multimedia capabilities and portability with stylish design.
This chapter provides an in-depth "tour" of your productivity by working wherever you are. Increase your computer's features. Your Aspire notebook computer combines solid performance, versatility, multimedia capabilities and portability with stylish design.
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LEDs that turn on and off to explore your new Aspire notebook computer, as illustrated in the Just for starters... English English 3 A tour of your computer After setting up your sytem. poster, take a few minutes to show system statuss. Open view # Item 1 Screen 2 Status Indicators Description Wide screen display provides visual output.
LEDs that turn on and off to explore your new Aspire notebook computer, as illustrated in the Just for starters... English English 3 A tour of your computer After setting up your sytem. poster, take a few minutes to show system statuss. Open view # Item 1 Screen 2 Status Indicators Description Wide screen display provides visual output.
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4 Getting familiar with your computer English # Item Description 3 Launch keys Buttons that provide the scroll key same functions as the buttons on or off. The scroll key scrolls the contents of a window up and down, as well as right and left. 8 Palm rest Provides a comfortable platform for inputting typed data. 5 Built-in Microphone For recording audio on the computer 6 Touchpad Touch sensitive pad that functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons and 4-way Right and left buttons that can be programmed to start frequently used applications. 4 Keyboard Full-...
4 Getting familiar with your computer English # Item Description 3 Launch keys Buttons that provide the scroll key same functions as the buttons on or off. The scroll key scrolls the contents of a window up and down, as well as right and left. 8 Palm rest Provides a comfortable platform for inputting typed data. 5 Built-in Microphone For recording audio on the computer 6 Touchpad Touch sensitive pad that functions like a computer mouse. 7 Click buttons and 4-way Right and left buttons that can be programmed to start frequently used applications. 4 Keyboard Full-...
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5 Front view English English # Item Description 1 Stereo Speakers Produce stereo sound 2 InviLink™ Button Enables Wireless LAN connectivity (manufacturing option) 3 Bluetooth® Button Enables Bluetooth® functionality (manufacturing option) 4 Console display Media status display 5 Remote sensor Receive the signal from the remote control 6 Arcade button Multimedia button 7 Stop Press to stop playing the audio track or video file 8 Play/Pause Press to start playing the audio track or video file/ Press again to pause 9 Backward Press to skip backward to...
5 Front view English English # Item Description 1 Stereo Speakers Produce stereo sound 2 InviLink™ Button Enables Wireless LAN connectivity (manufacturing option) 3 Bluetooth® Button Enables Bluetooth® functionality (manufacturing option) 4 Console display Media status display 5 Remote sensor Receive the signal from the remote control 6 Arcade button Multimedia button 7 Stop Press to stop playing the audio track or video file 8 Play/Pause Press to start playing the audio track or video file/ Press again to pause 9 Backward Press to skip backward to...
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accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. 5 Optical disc read indicator Light emitting diode (LED) that indicates when an optical disc is being read. 6 Optical drive eject button Press the eject button to remove a disc from the optical drive. 7 Optical drive emergency eject hole Used to eject an optical disc when the computer is turned off. 8 5 in jack audio input 4 Optical drive Internal optical drive; 6 Left view Getting familiar with your computer English # Item Description 1 USB ports USB 2.0 ports 2 Connects headphones for analog audio Headphone-in jack ...
accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. 5 Optical disc read indicator Light emitting diode (LED) that indicates when an optical disc is being read. 6 Optical drive eject button Press the eject button to remove a disc from the optical drive. 7 Optical drive emergency eject hole Used to eject an optical disc when the computer is turned off. 8 5 in jack audio input 4 Optical drive Internal optical drive; 6 Left view Getting familiar with your computer English # Item Description 1 USB ports USB 2.0 ports 2 Connects headphones for analog audio Headphone-in jack ...
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infrared printer, IR-aware computer, etc...) USB 2.0 ports Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g. 7 Right view English English # Item Description 1 PC card eject button Press the eject button to remove a PC card from the PC card slot. 2 PC card slot Type II PC card supports PCMCIA or CardBus. 3 IEEE 1394 port 4 USB ports 5 Infrared port Connects IEEE 1394 devices.
infrared printer, IR-aware computer, etc...) USB 2.0 ports Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g. 7 Right view English English # Item Description 1 PC card eject button Press the eject button to remove a PC card from the PC card slot. 2 PC card slot Type II PC card supports PCMCIA or CardBus. 3 IEEE 1394 port 4 USB ports 5 Infrared port Connects IEEE 1394 devices.
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port 5 Ventilation slot Enables the computer to a phone line. 4 External display Connects an external (VGA) monitor. 8 Rear view Getting familiar with your computer English # Item Description 1 S-video out port Connects to a television or display device supporting S-video input. 2 Network jack Connects the computer to the 10/100/ 1000 Ethernet network. 3 Modem jack Connects the built-in fax/data modem to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 6 Kensington lock slot For attaching a security device. 7 DC-in jack Connect the AC power adapter
port 5 Ventilation slot Enables the computer to a phone line. 4 External display Connects an external (VGA) monitor. 8 Rear view Getting familiar with your computer English # Item Description 1 S-video out port Connects to a television or display device supporting S-video input. 2 Network jack Connects the computer to the 10/100/ 1000 Ethernet network. 3 Modem jack Connects the built-in fax/data modem to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 6 Kensington lock slot For attaching a security device. 7 DC-in jack Connect the AC power adapter
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9 Bottom view English English # Item Description 1 Mini-PCI Slot Slot for adding mini-PCI cards 2 Memory compartment Removable cover provides access to the memory slots for upgrading the computer's memory. 3 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 4 Battery pack The computer's removable battery. 5 Hard disk bay Removable cover provides access to the computer's hard drive. 6 Sub-Woofer Outputs low/mid range audio
9 Bottom view English English # Item Description 1 Mini-PCI Slot Slot for adding mini-PCI cards 2 Memory compartment Removable cover provides access to the memory slots for upgrading the computer's memory. 3 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 4 Battery pack The computer's removable battery. 5 Hard disk bay Removable cover provides access to the computer's hard drive. 6 Sub-Woofer Outputs low/mid range audio
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... dual-channel DDR memory when 2 memory slots utilized Note: Dual-channel memory requires symmetrical memory modules using the same density (e.g. 256MB,512MB), bus width (e.g. supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology and Bluetooth® (manufacturing options) Human-centric design • Rugged, portable construction • Stylish appearance
... dual-channel DDR memory when 2 memory slots utilized Note: Dual-channel memory requires symmetrical memory modules using the same density (e.g. 256MB,512MB), bus width (e.g. supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology and Bluetooth® (manufacturing options) Human-centric design • Rugged, portable construction • Stylish appearance
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English English 11 • Standard 103 key desktop keyboard with four programmable launch keys • Comfortable palm rest area with well-positioned touchpad Expansion • PC card slot enables a range of add-on options • Upgradeable hard disk and memory modules
English English 11 • Standard 103 key desktop keyboard with four programmable launch keys • Comfortable palm rest area with well-positioned touchpad Expansion • PC card slot enables a range of add-on options • Upgradeable hard disk and memory modules
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12 Getting familiar with your computer English Display • The 17.0" display panel provides a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use. • ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON™ X600 with 64/128MB DDR VGA Memory • Supports simultaneous display on external LCD or CRT • S-video for output to a television or display device that supports S-video input • One LED console display for multimedia status • DualViewTM support
12 Getting familiar with your computer English Display • The 17.0" display panel provides a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use. • ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON™ X600 with 64/128MB DDR VGA Memory • Supports simultaneous display on external LCD or CRT • S-video for output to a television or display device that supports S-video input • One LED console display for multimedia status • DualViewTM support
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a. The keypad lock must be turned on to two indicators positioned at the front panel. These indicators show the status of the computer and its components. Icon Function 1 Caps Lock Description Lights when Caps Lock is activated. 2 Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated.a 3 Media activity Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is active. English English 13 Indicators Your computer provides three indicators located above the keyboard provide the following status information: No. The three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to use the embedded ...
a. The keypad lock must be turned on to two indicators positioned at the front panel. These indicators show the status of the computer and its components. Icon Function 1 Caps Lock Description Lights when Caps Lock is activated. 2 Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated.a 3 Media activity Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is active. English English 13 Indicators Your computer provides three indicators located above the keyboard provide the following status information: No. The three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to use the embedded ...