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..., mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Purchase Acer and the Acer logo are recorded on the label affixed to their respective companies. Aspire 1410/1680 Series Notebook Computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Acer Incorporated. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. The serial number and model number are registered...
..., mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Purchase Acer and the Acer logo are recorded on the label affixed to their respective companies. Aspire 1410/1680 Series Notebook Computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Acer Incorporated. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. The serial number and model number are registered...
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This User's guide introduces you to the many ways your Aspire as much as we enjoyed making the Aspire series of notebook computers your choice for your Aspire, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for starters... Follow the instructions on AcerSystem User's ...guide. For instructions on how to use your mobile computing needs. We hope you will run the Acrobat Reader setup program first. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. poster helps you ...
This User's guide introduces you to the many ways your Aspire as much as we enjoyed making the Aspire series of notebook computers your choice for your Aspire, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for starters... Follow the instructions on AcerSystem User's ...guide. For instructions on how to use your mobile computing needs. We hope you will run the Acrobat Reader setup program first. Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. poster helps you ...
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...below the LCD screen beside the launch keys. If you take care of the power switch. To turn it . • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. English iv Basic care and tips for power management You can also use the power switch to perform power management functions. See... "Power management" on page 27. • Use the customized functions for using your computer Turning your computer Your computer will serve you well if you turn off To turn on Turn Off. • Use the power switch Note: You can also shut ...
...below the LCD screen beside the launch keys. If you take care of the power switch. To turn it . • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. English iv Basic care and tips for power management You can also use the power switch to perform power management functions. See... "Power management" on page 27. • Use the customized functions for using your computer Turning your computer Your computer will serve you well if you turn off To turn on Turn Off. • Use the power switch Note: You can also shut ...
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...a single wall outlet should not exceed the ampere rating of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the fuse rating. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft cloth moistened with batteries. Keep them away from personal traffic. ... itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the cord if you close it . Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Power off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with water. English English v • Never place...
...a single wall outlet should not exceed the ampere rating of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the fuse rating. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft cloth moistened with batteries. Keep them away from personal traffic. ... itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the cord if you close it . Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Power off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with water. English English v • Never place...
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English vi If any of the following occurs: • The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the product. • The computer does not operate normally. Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 59.
English vi If any of the following occurs: • The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the product. • The computer does not operate normally. Please refer to "Troubleshooting my computer" on page 59.
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Contents First things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iv 1 Getting to know your Aspire 1 A Aspire tour 3 Front view 3 Closed front view 5 Left view 7 Right view 8 Rear view 9 Bottom...with your Aspire 28 Disconnecting from the desktop 28 Moving around 28 Taking the computer home 29 Traveling with the computer 31 Traveling internationally with the computer 32 Securing your computer 33 Using a computer security lock 33 2 Customizing my computer 35 Expanding through options 37 Connectivity options 37 Upgrade options 42
Contents First things first iii Your guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iv 1 Getting to know your Aspire 1 A Aspire tour 3 Front view 3 Closed front view 5 Left view 7 Right view 8 Rear view 9 Bottom...with your Aspire 28 Disconnecting from the desktop 28 Moving around 28 Taking the computer home 29 Traveling with the computer 31 Traveling internationally with the computer 32 Securing your computer 33 Using a computer security lock 33 2 Customizing my computer 35 Expanding through options 37 Connectivity options 37 Upgrade options 42
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... 48 Arcade controls 49 Cinema 50 Album 52 Video 54 Music 55 Burner 55 Acer Disc to Disc Recovery 57 Multilingual operating system installation 57 Restore without a Recovery CD 57 Setup password and exit 58 3 Troubleshooting my computer 59 Frequently-asked questions 61 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error messages 65 Requesting service...
... 48 Arcade controls 49 Cinema 50 Album 52 Video 54 Music 55 Burner 55 Acer Disc to Disc Recovery 57 Multilingual operating system installation 57 Restore without a Recovery CD 57 Setup password and exit 58 3 Troubleshooting my computer 59 Frequently-asked questions 61 64 Troubleshooting tips 64 Error messages 65 Requesting service...
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Your Aspire computer combines highperformance, versatility, power management features and multimedia capabilities with your new power computing partner. Work with unmatched productivity and reliability with a unique style and ergonomic design.
Your Aspire computer combines highperformance, versatility, power management features and multimedia capabilities with your new power computing partner. Work with unmatched productivity and reliability with a unique style and ergonomic design.
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English English 3 A Aspire tour After setting up your computer. Inputs data into your computer as illustrated in the Just for sound recording. poster, let us show you around your new Aspire computer. Front view # Item 1 Display screen 2 Microphone 3 Keyboard Description Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. Internal microphone for starters...
English English 3 A Aspire tour After setting up your computer. Inputs data into your computer as illustrated in the Just for sound recording. poster, let us show you around your new Aspire computer. Front view # Item 1 Display screen 2 Microphone 3 Keyboard Description Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displaying computer output. Internal microphone for starters...
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...Launch keys" on and off. the center button serves as a 4-way scroll button. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to know your Aspire English # Item Description 4 Palmrest Comfortable ...support area for more details. 9 Power button Turns the computer on page 21 for your hands when you use the computer. 5 Click buttons The left and right buttons function like the (Left, center and right) left and ...
...Launch keys" on and off. the center button serves as a 4-way scroll button. 6 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 7 Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to know your Aspire English # Item Description 4 Palmrest Comfortable ...support area for more details. 9 Power button Turns the computer on page 21 for your hands when you use the computer. 5 Click buttons The left and right buttons function like the (Left, center and right) left and ...
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5 Closed front view English English # Item Description 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 2 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (Manufacturing option) (e.g., infrared printer and IR-aware computer). 3 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on. 4 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged. 5 Bluetooth communications Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth (optional) communications. 6 Wireless communications Lights to indicate the status of wireless LAN (optional) communications.
5 Closed front view English English # Item Description 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 2 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (Manufacturing option) (e.g., infrared printer and IR-aware computer). 3 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on. 4 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged. 5 Bluetooth communications Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth (optional) communications. 6 Wireless communications Lights to indicate the status of wireless LAN (optional) communications.
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English 6 # Item 7 Line-in/Mic-in jack 8 Line-in/Mic-in jack 9 Speaker/Line-Out/ Headphone jack 1 Getting to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). 10 USB 2.0 port 11 Latch Connects to know your Aspire Description Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). Locks and releases the lid. Note: The Bluetooth and Wireless buttons and indicators only work on models with Bluetooth and Wireless ...
English 6 # Item 7 Line-in/Mic-in jack 8 Line-in/Mic-in jack 9 Speaker/Line-Out/ Headphone jack 1 Getting to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). 10 USB 2.0 port 11 Latch Connects to know your Aspire Description Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). Locks and releases the lid. Note: The Bluetooth and Wireless buttons and indicators only work on models with Bluetooth and Wireless ...
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See page 62 for more details. Lights up when the optical drive is turned off. accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. 7 Left view English English 5 # Item 1 Optical drive 2 LED indicator 3 Optical drive eject button 4 Emergency eject hole Description Internal optical drive; Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is active. Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive.
See page 62 for more details. Lights up when the optical drive is turned off. accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type. 7 Left view English English 5 # Item 1 Optical drive 2 LED indicator 3 Optical drive eject button 4 Emergency eject hole Description Internal optical drive; Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is active. Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive.
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... Card from the slot. 3 PC Card slot Connects to one card can operate at any given time. Connects to a phone line. 9 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network (manufacturing option).
... Card from the slot. 3 PC Card slot Connects to one card can operate at any given time. Connects to a phone line. 9 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network (manufacturing option).
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Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 5 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to know your Aspire English # Item Description 1 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. 10 Bottom view 1 Getting to remove the battery pack. 6 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place. 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). 5 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to know your Aspire English # Item Description 1 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. 10 Bottom view 1 Getting to remove the battery pack. 6 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
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English English 11 Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Performance • Intel® Pentium® M Processor 705, 715, 725, 735, 745, 755, or Intel® Celeron® M Processor 320, 330 • Intel...
English English 11 Features Below is a brief summary of the computer's many features: Performance • Intel® Pentium® M Processor 705, 715, 725, 735, 745, 755, or Intel® Celeron® M Processor 320, 330 • Intel...
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12 1 Getting to know your Aspire English Connectivity • Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection (manufacturing option) • Built-in 56Kbps fax/data modem • Fast Infrared wireless communication (manufacturing option) • IEEE 1394 port (manufacturing option) • Three Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports • InviLink™ 802.11b/g dual-band Wireless LAN (manufacturing option) • Bluetooth® (manufacturing option) • SD/MMC/MS memory card reader (manufacturing option) Human-centric design and ergonomics • Rugged, yet extremely ...
12 1 Getting to know your Aspire English Connectivity • Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection (manufacturing option) • Built-in 56Kbps fax/data modem • Fast Infrared wireless communication (manufacturing option) • IEEE 1394 port (manufacturing option) • Three Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports • InviLink™ 802.11b/g dual-band Wireless LAN (manufacturing option) • Bluetooth® (manufacturing option) • SD/MMC/MS memory card reader (manufacturing option) Human-centric design and ergonomics • Rugged, yet extremely ...
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English English 13 Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status icons on the upper-right above the keyboard. Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights when Caps Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated. Media activity Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is active.
English English 13 Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status icons on the upper-right above the keyboard. Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights when Caps Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated. Media activity Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is active.
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Battery indicator Lights when the battery is closed, the state or features can still be seen. Even when the cover is being charged. English Icon Function Power Description Lights when the computer is on. 14 1 Getting to know your Aspire In addition, there are two indicators at the front panel.
Battery indicator Lights when the battery is closed, the state or features can still be seen. Even when the cover is being charged. English Icon Function Power Description Lights when the computer is on. 14 1 Getting to know your Aspire In addition, there are two indicators at the front panel.
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Lock Key Description Caps Lock Num Lock (Fn-F11) Scroll Lock (Fn-F12) When Caps Lock is on and off. A better solution would be to do a lot of numeric data entry. English English 15 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). ...
Lock Key Description Caps Lock Num Lock (Fn-F11) Scroll Lock (Fn-F12) When Caps Lock is on and off. A better solution would be to do a lot of numeric data entry. English English 15 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). ...