Acer Aspire 1300 Uživatelská příručka

Acer Aspire 1300 series User’s guideAs1300_E.book Page i Tuesday, July 9, 2002 2:01 PM

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Getting familiar with your computerAs1300_E.book Page 1 Tuesday, July 9, 2002 2:01 PM

Your Aspire 1300 series notebook computer combines solid performance, versatility, multimedia capabilities and portability with a stylish design. Incr

3EnglishEnglishA tour of your computerAfter setting up your new Aspire notebook computer, as illustrated in the Just for starters… poster, take a few

Getting familiar with your computer4English# Item Description1 Display Large liquid crystal display (LCD) provides visual output.2 Launch keys 4 butt

5EnglishEnglishLeft view # Item Description1 Modem jack Connects the built-in fax/data modem to a phone line.2 Network jack Connects the computer to a

Getting familiar with your computer6EnglishRight view # Item Description1 Optical drive Depending on your model, the optical drive is one of the foll

7EnglishEnglishRear view# Item Description1 Kensington lock slot For attaching a security connector.2 DC-in jack Connects the AC adapter.3 USB ports 2

Getting familiar with your computer8EnglishBottom view # Item Description1 Ventilation slots Enables the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged

9EnglishEnglishFeaturesPerformance• Mobile AMD Athlon XP1400+, XP1600+, or higher processor.• VIA ProSavage KN133 chipset.• 2 memory slots supporting

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such cha

Getting familiar with your computer10EnglishDisplayThe 14.1” or 15.0” display panel provides a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-

11EnglishEnglishIndicatorsYour computer provides an array of six indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to two indicators positioned at th

Getting familiar with your computer12EnglishThe two indicators located at the front of the unit provide the following status information:# Descriptio

13EnglishEnglishKeyboardThe keyboard features full-size keys with an embedded keypad, separate cursor control keys, two Windows keys, and twelve funct

Getting familiar with your computer14EnglishEmbedded keypadThe embedded keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small blue

15EnglishEnglishWindows keys The keyboard features two keys that provide Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key

Getting familiar with your computer16EnglishHotkeysUsing the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for c

17EnglishEnglishEuro keyYour computer supports the new Euro currency character. First, hold down the Alt Gr key, and then press the Euro key..Keyboard

Getting familiar with your computer18EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a PS/2- compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface.

19EnglishEnglishtop of the key to scroll up, and the bottom to scroll down. Note: keep your fingers, as well as the surface of the touchpad, clean and

ContentsFirst things first viiYour guides viiBasic care and tips for using your computer viiGetting familiar with your computer 1A tour of your comput

Getting familiar with your computer20EnglishLaunch keysLocated at the top of the keyboard are four buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. T

21EnglishEnglishStorageYour computer's all-in-one design offers a variety of data storage options:• The high capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk driv

Getting familiar with your computer22English To load an optical disc:•Place a CD or DVD on the open tray. Align the disc's center hole with the

23EnglishEnglishConnectivity optionsYour computer has built-in connectivity options, enabling you to hook up to a network or communicate over a phone

Getting familiar with your computer24EnglishTo use the fax/data modem, plug a phone cable into your computer's modem jack, and then connect the

25EnglishEnglishAudioYour computer includes an integrated stereo audio system. Built-in stereo speakers are located at the front of the unit.Volume is

Getting familiar with your computer26EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer features hardware and software security solutions, in the form of a s

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Your Aspire 1300 series notebook computer operates on battery or AC power.This chapter provides information for operating on battery power, as well as

29EnglishEnglishBattery packYour computer uses a re-chargeable Ni-Mh or Li-Ion battery pack.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has the follo

ivEnglishPeripherals and options 35External display devices 37External input devices 38External keyboard 38External keypad 38External pointing device

Operating on battery power30EnglishUse this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. If the

31EnglishEnglishCharging the batteryTo charge the battery, first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into

Operating on battery power32EnglishWhen the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on your situation:Situation Recomme

33EnglishEnglishPower managementYour computer features a built-in power management unit that constantly monitors system activity. System activity refe

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Peripherals and optionsAs1300_E.book Page 35 Tuesday, July 9, 2002 2:01 PM

Your Aspire 1300 series notebook computer offers good expansion capabilities.This chapter provides information on connecting peripherals to expand you

37EnglishEnglishExternal display devicesYou can connect an external (VGA) monitor or projector to your computer's external display port. See the

Peripherals and options38EnglishExternal input devicesYou can connect a variety of input devices to your computer's USB ports, providing increas

39EnglishEnglishExternal pointing deviceYour computer features a sensitive touchpad pointing device with two click buttons and a scroll key. However,

vEnglishEnglishTroubleshooting 65Frequently asked questions 67Appendix A Specifications 71Appendix B Notices 75Index 83As1300_E.book Page v Tuesday,

Peripherals and options40EnglishPrinterYour computer supports both parallel and USB printers.Refer to the printer's manual for information on:•

41EnglishEnglishAudio devicesYour computer offers built-in stereo speakers, as well as an internal microphone. See the section entitled "Audio&qu

Peripherals and options42EnglishExpansion devicesPC CardYour computer features a PC card slot that supports a standard Type II or Type III PC card (P

43EnglishEnglishTo remove a PC card:1 Close the application that is using the PC card.2 Double click on the PC card icon on the taskbar, and then sele

Peripherals and options44EnglishUSB devicesYour computer features two USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals. See

45EnglishEnglishMiscellaneous optionsBattery packIt is a good idea to have a spare battery, especially when you travel with your computer. This greatl

Peripherals and options46EnglishKey component upgradesYour computer is designed to deliver solid performance. However, in time, you might find that y

47EnglishEnglish3 Insert the memory module diagonally in the slot (a), and then press down gently until it clicks in place (b). 4 Replace the memory c

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Moving with your computerAs1300_E.book Page 49 Tuesday, July 9, 2002 2:01 PM

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Your Aspire 1300 series notebook computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around.This chapter provides tips on things to consider when trav

51EnglishEnglishDisconnecting from the desktopBefore moving with your computer, you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals:1 Save your work a

Moving with your computer52EnglishMoving aroundSometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance. For example, you might need to move f

53EnglishEnglishTaking the computer homeWhen you move between your office and home you will need to prepare your computer for the short trip.Preparing

Moving with your computer54EnglishSetting up a home officeIf you frequently work on your computer at home, as well as at work, it may be worthwhile p

55EnglishEnglishTraveling with the computerSometimes you might need to make longer trips with your computer.Preparing the computerPrepare the computer

Moving with your computer56EnglishTraveling internationally with your computerOccasionally you might need to travel between countries with your compu

SoftwareAs1300_E.book Page 57 Tuesday, July 9, 2002 2:01 PM

Your Aspire 1300 series notebook computer includes system utilities.This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your c

59EnglishEnglishSystem softwareYour computer comes preloaded with the following software:• Microsoft Windows operating system.• Hardware BIOS setup ut

viiEnglishEnglishFirst things firstYour guidesA set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your Aspire computer.:For more information on our

Software60EnglishBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS (basic input/output system) contains important information used to configure the hardware and system soft

61EnglishEnglish• When you select a menu item, its dialog box is displayed. Information and instructions are displayed at the bottom of the screen.Sta

Software62EnglishNote: you can change the date and time settings from within Windows by clicking on the Date/Time icon in Control Panel. Alternativel

63EnglishEnglishExit menuThe Exit menu provides three items: Save and Reboot, Exit (No Save), and Default Settings.Save and RebootThis menu item allow

Software64English• Select Exit (No Save) on the Exit menu.• Press the Enter key to close the BIOS setup utility without saving any changes.• Alternat

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This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems. Please read it before calling a technician.Solutions to more serious problems m

67EnglishEnglishFrequently asked questionsThis section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.I press the power switch, but my computer d

Troubleshooting68EnglishThere is no audio coming from my computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume contr

69EnglishEnglishThe optical drive cannot read a disc.Check the following:• Make sure that the disc is supported by the drive. If your computer has a C

viiiEnglishNote: if you are unable to shut down the computer in the usual way, press and hold the power switch for more than four seconds. You should

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Appendix A SpecificationsAs1300_E.book Page 71 Tuesday, July 9, 2002 2:01 PM

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.As1300_E.book Page 72 Tuesday, July 9, 2002 2:01 PM

73EnglishEnglishMicroprocessor• Mobile AMD Athlon XP1400+, XP1600+, or higher processor.Memory• Standard 128 or 256 MB main memory using Synchronous D

Appendix A Specifications74English• One headphone jack (3.5mm mini jack).• Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports.Weight and dimensions• 14.1”-display m

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This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.As1300_E.book Page 76 Tuesday, July 9, 2002 2:01 PM

77EnglishEnglishFCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC

Appendix B Notices78EnglishNotice: Canadian usersThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

79EnglishEnglishImportant safety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.1 Follow all warnings and instructions

ixEnglishEnglish• Do not tamper with the battery. Keep the battery away from children.• Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Recycle i

Appendix B Notices80English12 Replace the battery with the same type as the product's battery we recommend. Use of another battery may present a

81EnglishEnglishADVARSELEksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrik

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83IndexAACPI 33audio 25connecting externally 41controlling volume 25troubleshooting 68Bbattery bay 8battery packbattery-low warning

84Hhard disk 21upgrading 47help viihotkeys 16Kkeyboard 13connecting externally 38embedded numeric keypad 14hotkeys 16lock keys

85speakerstroubleshooting 68status indicators 11status LCD 11storage 21floppy drive 21hard disk 21optical drive 21Ttimesetting in

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