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First things first

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Your guides

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Basic care and tips for using your computer

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Getting familiar with 

your computer

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A tour of your computer

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Front open view

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Front view

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Left view 

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Right view 

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Rear view

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Bottom view

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Features

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Indicators

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Using the Keyboard

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Special keys

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Touchpad

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Touchpad basics

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Launch Keys

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Storage

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Hard disk

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Optical drive

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Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray

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Audio

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Adjusting the volume

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Connectivity options

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Ethernet and LAN

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Fax/data modem

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Fast infrared

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Securing your computer

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Using a computer security lock

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Using passwords

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Operating on 

battery power

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Battery pack

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Battery pack characteristics

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Installing and removing the battery pack

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Charging the battery

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Checking the battery level

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Contents

Summary of Contents for Aspire 1450 Series

Page 1: ...Acer Aspire 1450 series User s guide ...

Page 2: ...d on the label affixed to your computer All correspondense concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Model Number _____...

Page 3: ... the power off you can do any of the following Click on the Start button in Windows and then select Shut Down on the popup menu Push the power button To use this method you must first click on the Power Management icon in Windows Control Panel and then check that the power button is set to shut down the computer when pressed See Windows Help for more information The Just for starters poster shows ...

Page 4: ...water or any liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt Do not place objects on top of the computer Do not slam the lid shut Close the computer gently Do not place the computer on unstable or uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter It is important that you look after your AC adapter Do not connect the adapter to ...

Page 5: ...ose of batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning your computer it is important that you follow these steps Turn off the computer and remove the battery Disconnect the AC adapter Clean with a soft cloth moistened with a little water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Refer to the chapter entitled Frequently asked questions on page 67 if any...

Page 6: ...vi English ...

Page 7: ...chpad 21 Touchpad basics 21 Launch Keys 23 24 Storage 25 Hard disk 25 Optical drive 25 Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray 26 Audio 27 Adjusting the volume 27 Connectivity options 28 Ethernet and LAN 28 Fax data modem 29 Fast infrared 30 Securing your computer 31 Using a computer security lock 31 Using passwords 31 Operating on battery power 33 Battery pack 35 Battery pack characteristics...

Page 8: ...pgrades 50 Memory upgrade 50 Hard disk upgrade 51 Moving with your computer 53 Disconnecting from the desktop 55 Moving around 56 Preparing the computer 56 What to bring to short meetings 56 What to bring to long meetings 56 Taking the computer home 57 Preparing the computer 57 What to bring with you 57 Special considerations 57 Setting up a home office 58 Traveling with the computer 59 Preparing ...

Page 9: ... 63 Launch Manager 63 BIOS Setup Utility 64 Troubleshooting 65 Frequently asked questions 67 Requesting service 70 International Travelers Warranty ITW 70 Before you call 70 72 Appendix A Specifications 73 Appendix B Notices 79 Index 87 ...

Page 10: ...English ...

Page 11: ...Getting familiar with your computer ...

Page 12: ...k computer combines solid performance versatility multimedia capabilities and portability with a stylish design Increase your productivity by working wherever you are This chapter provides an in depth tour of your computer s features ...

Page 13: ...ted in the Just for starters poster take a few minutes to explore the unit Front open view Item Description 1 Display screen Also called LCD liquid crystal display displays computer output 2 Power button Turns on the computer 3 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse ...

Page 14: ...ur hands when you use the computer 6 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer 7 Status indicators LEDs light emitting diode that turn on and off to show the status of the computer its functions and components 8 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 9 Launch keys Special keys for launching internet browser email program and frequently used programs See Launch Keys on page 23 for more de...

Page 15: ...onality 6 Bluetooth indicator2 Indicates that optional Bluetooth is enabled 7 InviLink button3 Enables or disables wireless LAN feature 8 InviLink indicator3 Indicates status of wireless LAN communication 9 Latch Latch for opening and closing the laptop Item Description Notes 1 Four in one card reader is a manufacturing option subject to configuration Only one card can operate at any given time 2 ...

Page 16: ...cts to IEEE 1394 devices 3 PC Card slot The slot supports a standard Type II CardBus PC Card 4 PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot 5 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman 6 Microphone jack Accepts input from external microphones 7 Headphone Speaker Line out jack Connect to headphones or other line out audio devices speakers ...

Page 17: ...DVDs and writing to CD RWs DVD dual for reading both DVD RWs and writing to DVD RWs 2 Optical disc access indicator LED that indicates when an optical disc is being read or written 3 Optical drive eject button Press the eject button to remove a disc from the optical drive 4 Optical drive emergency eject hole Used to eject an optical disc when the computer is turned off 5 Power jack Connects to an ...

Page 18: ... an Ethernet 10 100 based network 3 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device e g parallel printer 4 External display port Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector 5 S video Connects to a television or display device with S video input 6 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock ...

Page 19: ... the battery to remove the battery pack 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in place 4 Mini PCI slot Slot for adding mini PCI cards 5 Hard disk protector Protects the hard disk from accidental bumps and vibration 6 Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk secured by a screw 7 Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory ...

Page 20: ... English 8 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool Note Don t cover or obstruct the opening of the fan 9 Personal identification slot Insert a business card or similar sized identification card to personalize your computer Item Description ...

Page 21: ...hics Array XGA resolution for 14 1 15 3D graphics engine Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support S video for output to a television or display device that supports S video input Automatic LCD dim feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and conserves power DualViewTM Multimedia AC 97 stereo audio Built in dual speakers Built in microphone High speed optical drive Buil...

Page 22: ...ss LAN manufacturing optional Bluetooth ready manufacturing optional SD MMC SM MS memory slot manufacturing optional Human centric design and ergonomics Internet 4 way scroll button Sleek smooth and stylish design Acer FinTouch full sized curved keyboard Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device Expansion One type II CardBus PC Card slot Upgradeable memory ...

Page 23: ...s indicators are visible even when the dis play is closed Icon Function Description Caps lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated Num lock Lights when Num Lock is activated Media Activity Lights when the disc or optical drive is activated Power Lights green when the power is on and orange when the computer is in standby mode Battery Lights orange when the battery is charging ...

Page 24: ...gle on and off Lock Key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters are typed in uppercase Toggle on and off by pressing the Caps Lock key on the left side of the keyboard Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded numeric keypad can be used Toggle on and off by pressing the Fn F11 keys simultaneously Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on the screen toggles up or down one line...

Page 25: ...lify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Desired Access Num lock On Num lock Off Number keys on embedded keypad Type numbers in a normal manner Cursor control keys on embedded keypad Hold Shift while using cursor control keys Hold Fn while using cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letters on embedded keypad Type the letters in a normal...

Page 26: ...ure automatically shifts from the internal keyboard to the external keyboard or keypad Key Description Windows logo key Start button Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions Below are a few examples Tab Activates next taskbar button E Explores My Computer F Finds Document M Minimizes All Shift M Undoes Minimize All R Displays the Run dialog box Application key Opens a context menu sam...

Page 27: ...se both keys Your computer provides the following hot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Fn F1 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys Fn F2 Setup Accesses the computer s configuration utility Fn F3 Power management scheme toggle Switches the power management scheme used by the computer function available if supported by operating system See Connectivity options on page 28 Fn F4 Sleep Puts the ...

Page 28: ...lank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return Fn F7 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off Fn F8 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off Fn Volume up Increases the speaker volume Fn Volume down Decreases the speaker volume Fn Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Fn Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness Hot key Icon Functio...

Page 29: ... States International To verify the keyboard type in Windows XP follow the steps below 1 Click on Start Control Panel 2 Double click on Regional and Language Options 3 Click on the Language tab and click on Details 4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for En English United States is set to United States International If not select and click on ADD then select United States International and clic...

Page 30: ...Getting familiar with your computer 20 English Note Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography faq faq12 htm for more information ...

Page 31: ...t provides optimum comfort and support Note When using an external USB mouse you can press Fn F7 to disable the touchpad Touchpad basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor Press the left 1 and right 3 buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the lef...

Page 32: ...ive to finger movements Hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness Function Left button Right button Center buttons Tap Execute Click twice quickly Tap twice at the same speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold then use finger to drag the cursor on the touchpad Tap twice at the sam...

Page 33: ...right button at the Launch Manager icon on the taskbar and click on E Mail Detection In this dialog box you have the option to enable disable mail checking set the time interval for mail checking etc If you already have an email account you can fill in User Name Password and POP3 Sever in the dialog box The POP3 Sever is the mail server where you get your email Launch key Default application Mail ...

Page 34: ...tting familiar with your computer 24 English Aside from the email checking function there is a mail button that is used to launch the email application It is located above the keyboard right below the LCD ...

Page 35: ...al drive Hard disk The high capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs This is where your programs and data are stored Optical drive Depending on your model you have a CD ROM DVD ROM DVD CD RW combo drive DVD R or DVD dual drive The optical drive provides increased storage capacity as well as offering a host of multimedia possibilities ...

Page 36: ...pen tray Align the disc s center hole with the tray s spindle Gently push down on the disc until it clicks in place on the spindle Gently push in the tray until it clicks closed Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray If you need to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off push a straightened paper clip into the optical drive emergency eject hole The tray will be released ...

Page 37: ...one and dual stereo speakers There are audio ports on the left of the computer See Left view on page 6 for more information on connecting external audio devices Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons See Hot keys on page 17 for more informations on adjusting the speaker volume ...

Page 38: ...municate over a phone line Ethernet and LAN The built in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet based 10 100Mbps network To use the network feature connect an Ethernet cable from the net work jack on the rear of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network See Windows Help for information on setting up a network connection ...

Page 39: ...92 56Kbps AC 97 Link fax data modem Warning This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging the computer into a digital phone system will damage the modem To use the fax data modem port connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack ...

Page 40: ... FIR port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs personal digital assistants mobile phones and infrared printers The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to four megabits per second Mbps at a distance of up to one meter ...

Page 41: ...into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS Utility Once set you must key in this password to gain access to the BIOS Uti...

Page 42: ...ity If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter When the User Password is set and the Password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter When the Hard Disk Password is set a prompt appears a...

Page 43: ...Operating on battery power ...

Page 44: ...ur Aspire 1450 series notebook computer operates on battery or AC power This chapter provides information for operating on battery power as well as information on how your computer manages and saves power ...

Page 45: ...ra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will degrade over time This means that the battery s performance will diminish with time and use To maximize your battery s life you are advised to adhere to the recommendations set out below Conditioning a...

Page 46: ...seful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted If you want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove the battery pack after it is fully charged Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described above Frequent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach...

Page 47: ...e next day with a fully charged battery Checking the battery level The Windows Power Meter indicates the current battery level Rest the cursor over the battery power icon on the taskbar to see the battery s present charge level Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You...

Page 48: ...r and a power outlet are available 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then connect to the mains power supply 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly An extra fully charged battery pack is available 1 Save all necessary files 2 Close all applications 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 4 Replace the ba...

Page 49: ...is detected for a period of time the settings are controlled in Windows Power Management the computer turns off some or all of these devices in order to conserve power Your computer employs a power management scheme that supports ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface enabling maximum power conservation without compromising system performance ACPI allows Windows to control the amount of p...

Page 50: ...Operating on battery power 40 English ...

Page 51: ...Peripherals and options ...

Page 52: ...erals to expand your system It also describes how to upgrade key components to enhance system performance and keep your computer in step with the latest technology You are advised to consult your dealer for information on peripherals In addition make sure that you read the manuals and other documentation provided with new hardware ...

Page 53: ...connecting USB devices External keyboard Your computer features a full size keyboard However if you prefer you can connect an external keyboard to one of your computer s USB ports This enables you to enjoy the comfort and added features of a full size desktop system keyboard when inputting typed data on your notebook computer External keypad Your computer features an embedded keypad that when comb...

Page 54: ... connecting a USB keyboard keypad mouse or printer Other common USB devices include digital cameras scanners and external storage devices USB is plug and play which means that you can connect and start using a USB device without having to restart your computer You can also disconnect the device at any time A further advantage of USB is the ability to use USB hubs This means that several devices ca...

Page 55: ...English English IEEE 1394 Port The computer s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported device like a digital video camera See your video or digital camera s documentation for details ...

Page 56: ...o the parallel port and then restart the computer Wait for Windows to find the new hardware Audio devices Your computer offers built in stereo speakers See the section entitled Audio on page 25 for more information on these features However in addition to the integrated devices the two audio ports on the left side of the unit enable you to connect external audio input and output devices You can pl...

Page 57: ...ptions for your computer Note Refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card 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 way up Many cards are marked with an arrow to help you insert them correctly 2 Slide the card into the slot and push gently until ...

Page 58: ...is using the PC card 2 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 3 Press the PC card eject button to partially eject the card 4 Pull the card from the slot ...

Page 59: ... computer This greatly increases your productive range when you are on the move AC adapter Having a spare AC adapter allows you to keep one in two different places For example you could have one AC adapter at home and another at work This means that you don t have to carry an AC adapter when traveling between your two base locations ...

Page 60: ...standard soDIMMs Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules The computer supports DDR Double Data Rate DRAM There are two memory slots on your computer one of which is occu pied by standard memory You can upgrade memory by installing a memory module into the other available slot or replacing the standard memory with a higher capacity memory module Installing memory Follow these steps to install memo...

Page 61: ...stall the battery pack and reconnect the AC adapter 6 Turn on the computer The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size Hard disk upgrade It is possible to replace your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space Your computer uses a 9 5mm 2 5 inch Enhanced IDE hard disk Consult your dealer if you need to perform a hard disk upgrade ...

Page 62: ...Peripherals and options 52 English ...

Page 63: ...Moving with your computer ...

Page 64: ...Your Aspire 1450 series notebook computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around This chapter provides tips on things to consider when traveling with your computer ...

Page 65: ...ons 2 Shut down Windows to turn off your computer 3 Unplug the AC adapter from the mains outlet and then disconnect it from the computer 4 Disconnect any external devices such as a keyboard mouse or printer that are attached to your computer 5 If you are using a security lock cable disconnect the lock from the computer 6 Pack your computer in a strong waterproof bag or case ...

Page 66: ...your computer again open the lid and then press the power button to bring it out of Standby mode What to bring to short meetings If your battery is fully charged you probably won t need to take anything else with you to the meeting What to bring to long meetings For longer meetings take along the AC adapter You can use mains power throughout the meeting or you can run down your battery first and t...

Page 67: ...What to bring with you If you don t have spare items at home it is advisable to take along the AC adapter and this User s Guide Special considerations To protect your computer in transit it is advisable to pay attention to the following Minimize the effect of temperature changes Keep your computer with you instead of placing it in storage holds Avoid leaving your computer in a hot car Changes in t...

Page 68: ...computer at home as well as at work it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter This will allow you to travel lighter as you can keep an AC adapter in each location You might also find it worthwhile keeping a second set of peripherals at home such as a keyboard keypad mouse and printer ...

Page 69: ... with you AC adapter Spare fully charged battery packs Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Phone and network cables if you plan to use the computer s modem and network connections Special considerations In addition to the considerations for taking your computer home keep the following in mind Always take your computer as carry on luggage If possible have your compute...

Page 70: ... the computer s modem and network connections Check that your modem is suitable for the telephone system in the countries you plan to visit You might have to use a PC card modem in some locations Special considerations In addition to the considerations for normal travel with your computer keep the following in mind when traveling internationally Check that your power cord is suitable for the local...

Page 71: ...Software ...

Page 72: ...Your Aspire 1450 series notebook computer includes system utilities This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your computer ...

Page 73: ... on the Start button Next select the appropriate folder and then click on the application icon To learn about the software and utility make use of the online help provided by the software Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard See Launch Keys on page 23 for the location of the launch keys You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Star...

Page 74: ...Insyde Software SCU system configuration utility It can be started shortly after you turn the computer on by pressing the F2 key during POST The BIOS setup utility displays summary information on your computer its devices processor and memory Your computer is already configured for optimal performance and so you should not need to run this utility However you may need to change the BIOS settings i...

Page 75: ...Troubleshooting ...

Page 76: ... system problems Please read it before calling a technician Solutions to more serious problems may require opening the computer Do not attempt to open and service the computer by yourself Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance ...

Page 77: ...restart the system Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on check the following The brightness level might be too low Press Fn hot key to increase the screen brightness level The display device might be set to an external monitor Pr...

Page 78: ... drive tray with my computer turned off The computer needs to be turned on for the optical drive eject button to function If you need to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off push a straightened paper clip into the optical drive emergency eject hole See Ejecting the optical drive tray on page 26 for more information The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external USB...

Page 79: ...r is connected to a power outlet and it is turned on Check that the cable is properly connected to the appropriate ports on both the computer and the printer If you are using a printer connected to your computer s parallel port restart the computer Windows needs to find the new hardware and install the necessary drivers I want to set up my location to use the internal modem Follow these steps Clic...

Page 80: ...rt If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide There are two ways to access Acer for technical support and information Internet service worldwide www acersupport com Technical support numbers in various countries You can view a list of technical support numbers by following these steps 1 Click on Star...

Page 81: ..._______________________ Address ____________________________________ ___________________________________________ Telephone number ___________________________ Machine and model type ______________________ Serial number _______________________________ Date of purchase ____________________________ ...

Page 82: ...Troubleshooting 72 English ...

Page 83: ...Appendix A Specifications ...

Page 84: ...This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer ...

Page 85: ...p to 1024 x 768 eXtended Graphics Array XGA resolution for 14 1 15 0 Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support DualViewTM S video for output to a television or display device that support S video input Automatic LCD dim feature that automatically selects the best setting for the display in order to conserve power Audio AC 97 stereo audio Dual speakers and one internal microphone Separate audio port...

Page 86: ...e microphone in jack One IEEE 1394 port One S video TV out port Four USB 2 0 ports One FIR port IrDA 4 in 1 Card Reader Manufacture optional Weight and dimensions 14 1 display model 2 87 kg 6 32 lbs 330 W x 272 D x 28 9 H mm 15 0 display model 2 93 kg 6 45 lbs 330 W x 272 D x 31 8 H mm Environment Temperature Operating 5 C 35 C Non operating 20 C 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 80 RH Non...

Page 87: ...65Wh 8 cell Li Ion battery pack 90 Watt AC adapter auto sensing 100 240 Vac 50 60Hz Options 256 512 MB or 1 GB memory upgrade module Additional AC adapter Additional battery pack USB Floppy drive 802 11g wireless LAN Bluetooth ...

Page 88: ...Appendix A Specifications 78 English ...

Page 89: ...Appendix B Notices ...

Page 90: ...This appendix lists the general notices for your computer ...

Page 91: ...81 English English ...

Page 92: ...Appendix B Notices 82 English ...

Page 93: ...The Wireless module must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards Europe EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the standards listed below following the provisions of the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC ETSI EN 301 489 1 17 ETSI EN 300 328 2 EN 300 328 V1 4 1 Important safet...

Page 94: ...hort out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under th...

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Page 96: ...Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute ...

Page 97: ...computer v computer bringing to meetings 56 caring for iv cleaning v disconnecting 55 features 11 moving around 56 security 31 setting up a home office 58 taking home 57 traveling internationally 60 traveling on local trips 59 turning off iii connections audio 46 external display devices 43 external input devices 43 keyboard external 43 keypad external 43 mouse 43 printer 46 USB 44 connectivity op...

Page 98: ...ces 70 options hard disk upgrade 51 memory upgrade 50 PC Cards 47 spare AC adapter 49 spare battery 49 P password 31 types 31 PC Card inserting 47 removing 48 power management 39 printer connecting 46 troubleshooting 69 problems 67 audio 68 CD 69 diskette 68 display 67 DVD 69 floppy drive 68 keyboard 68 printer 69 startup 67 R rear view 8 right view 7 S safety CD or DVD 85 general instructions 83 ...

Page 99: ...lish T touchpad 21 hotkey 18 using 21 22 travel international flights 60 local trips 59 U USB connecting 44 utility BIOS Setup 64 V volume adjusting 27 W warranty International Traveler s Warran ty 70 Windows keys 16 ...

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