Acer Aspire 1600 User Manual

Acer Aspire 1600 series User’s guideAs1600_E.book Page i Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

xEnglish• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.• Do not expose the computer to d

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TroubleshootingAs1600_E.book Page 89 Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

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

91EnglishEnglishFrequently asked questionsThis section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.I press the power switch, but my computer d

Troubleshooting92EnglishThere is no audio coming from my computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume contr

93EnglishEnglishThe 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

Troubleshooting94EnglishError messagesThe following is a list of the messages that the BIOS can display. Most of them occur during POST. Some of them

95EnglishEnglish0250 System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUPThe CMOS clock battery indicator shows the battery is dead. Replace the battery and

Troubleshooting96English02F0: CPU ID: CPU socket number for Multi-Processor error.02F4: EISA CMOS not writeable* ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot wri

97EnglishEnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service cente

xiEnglishEnglish• You spill liquid on the computer.• The computer does not operate normally.As1600_E.book Page xi Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01

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Appendix A SpecificationsAs1600_E.book Page 99 Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.As1600_E.book Page 100 Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

101EnglishEnglishMicroprocessor• Intel® Pentium® 4.Memory• 2 memory slots supporting PC2100/PC2700 (266/333MHz DDR) soDIMM, upgradeable to 1GB..• 512

Appendix A Specifications102English• Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports.• One IEEE 1394 port.Weight and dimensions• 3.36kg (7.4 lbs).• 326(W) x 275

Appendix B NoticesAs1600_E.book Page 103 Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.As1600_E.book Page 104 Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

105EnglishEnglishFCC 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 Notices106EnglishRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensCet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du R

107EnglishEnglish1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use l

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Appendix B Notices108English14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a deta

109EnglishEnglishVARNINGExplosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Anvãnd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillver

Appendix B Notices110EnglishEMC Directive 89/336/EEC:• ETSI EN 301 489-1/17• ETSI EN 300 328-2USA - Federal Communications Commission (FCC)This device

111EnglishEnglishThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device

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113IndexAACPI 43audio 31connecting externally 54controlling volume 31troubleshooting 92Bbattery bay 9battery lock/unlock latch 9b

114troubleshooting 93Eerror messages 94Ethernet connection 29FFAQ. See frequently-asked questionsfloppy drive 25troubleshooting 92frequ

115floppy drive 92keyboard 92printer 93startup 91Rrear view 8right view 7SsafetyCD or DVD 108FCC notice 105general instruction

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Getting familiar with your computerAs1600_E.book Page 1 Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

Your Aspire 1600 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 computer4EnglishNote: The wireless communication button works for models with 802.11b wireless LAN only.3 Power button Tur

5EnglishEnglishFront view # Item Description1Optical drive emergency eject holeUsed to eject an optical disc when the computer is turned off.2Optical

Getting familiar with your computer6EnglishLeft view # Item Description1 Floppy disk read indicator Light emitting diode (LED) that indicates when f

7EnglishEnglishRight view # Item Description1Speaker Delivers stereo audio output.2 PC card eject button Press the eject button to remove a PC card f

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 computer8EnglishRear view # Item Description1 DC-in jack Connects the AC adapter.2 S-video port Connects to a television o

9EnglishEnglishBottom view # Item Description1 Battery release latches Slide and hold the latches, and then pull the battery to remove it from the un

Getting familiar with your computer10EnglishFeaturesPerformance• Intel® Pentium® 4 with 512K cache.• 2 memory slots supporting PC2100/PC2700 (266/333

11EnglishEnglishDisplayThe 15.0” display panel provides a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use. The thin-film transistor (TFT) li

Getting familiar with your computer12EnglishIndicatorsYour computer provides an array of six indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to tw

13EnglishEnglishBattery Charge Lights when the battery is being charged.Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated.Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is

Getting familiar with your computer14EnglishKeyboardThe keyboard features full-size keys with an embedded keypad, separate cursor control keys, two W

15EnglishEnglishEmbedded keypadThe embedded keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small blue numbers and characters on th

Getting familiar with your computer16EnglishWindows keys The keyboard features two keys that provide Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindow

17EnglishEnglishHotkeysUsing the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for controlling various functions.

iiiEnglishEnglishFirst things first viiYour guides viiBasic care and tips for using your computer viiiGetting familiar with your computer 1A tour of y

Getting familiar with your computer18EnglishEuro keyFor keyboard with Euro key support, first hold down the Alt Gr key, and then press the Euro key.

19EnglishEnglishKeyboard ergonomicsThe wide palm rest area provides a comfortable platform for your hands when typing on the keyboard. The ergonomic d

Getting familiar with your computer20EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a PS/2- compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface.

21EnglishEnglishTouchpad basic sUse the touchpad as follows: • Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor.• Press the left (1) and right

Getting familiar with your computer22EnglishNote: Keep your fingers, as well as the surface of the touchpad, clean and dry. The touchpad is sensitive

23EnglishEnglishLaunch keysLocated at the top of the keyboard are six buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as Wireless

Getting familiar with your computer24EnglishP2 User-programmable.P3 User-programmable.Description Default applicationAs1600_E.book Page 24 Thursda

25EnglishEnglishStorageYour 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 computer26English• Push the floppy disk eject button. • The diskette will be released, and partially pop out of the drive.

27EnglishEnglish• Place a CD or DVD on the open tray. Align the disc's center hole with the tray's spindle.• Gently push down on the disc un

ivEnglishPeripherals and options 45External display devices 47S-video 48External input devices 49External keyboard 49External keypad 50External pointi

Getting familiar with your computer28EnglishEmergency ejection of the optical drive trayIf you need to eject the optical drive tray when the computer

29EnglishEnglishConnectivity optionsYour computer has built-in connectivity options, enabling you to hook up to a network or communicate over a phone

Getting familiar with your computer30EnglishTo use the fax/data modem, plug a phone cable into your computer's modem jack, and then connect the

31EnglishEnglishAudioYour computer includes an integrated stereo audio system. Built-in stereo speakers are located on left and right side of the unit

Getting familiar with your computer32EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer features hardware and software security solutions, in the form of a s

33EnglishEnglishImportant! Do not forget your Setup and Hard Disk password! If you forget your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an a

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Operating on battery powerAs1600_E.book Page 35 Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

Your Aspire 1600 series notebook computer operates on battery or AC power.This chapter provides information for operating on battery power, as well as

37EnglishEnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has

vEnglishEnglishBIOS Utility 74Information 75Main 77Advanced 78Security 83Boot 85Exit 86Troubleshooting 89Frequently asked questions 91Error messages 9

Operating on battery power38EnglishUse this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. If the

39EnglishEnglish2 Slide the battery into the battery bay (1) and gently push until the battery clicks in place (2). To secure the battery, slide the

Operating on battery power40EnglishTo remove a battery pack:Set the battery lock/unlock latch to the unlock position (1). Slide and hold the two bat

41EnglishEnglishChecking the battery levelThe Windows Power Meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on

Operating on battery power42EnglishAn extra fully charged battery pack is available.1. Save all necessary files.2. Close all applications.3. Shut dow

43EnglishEnglishPower managementYour computer features a built-in power management unit that constantly monitors system activity. System activity refe

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Peripherals and optionsAs1600_E.book Page 45 Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

Your Aspire 1600 series notebook computer offers good expansion capabilities.This chapter provides information on connecting peripherals to expand you

47EnglishEnglishExternal display devicesYou can connect an external (VGA) monitor or projector to your computer's external display port. See the

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Peripherals and options48EnglishS-videoThe S-video port allows you to output to a television or display devices that support S-video input. This is i

49EnglishEnglishExternal input devicesYou can connect a variety of input devices to your computer's USB ports, providing increased functionality

Peripherals and options50Englishcomfort and added features of a full-size desktop system keyboard when inputting typed data on your notebook computer

51EnglishEnglishyou to enjoy the benefits of a numeric keypad without interfering with your use of the computer's keyboard for typing text. As160

Peripherals and options52EnglishExternal pointing deviceYour computer features a sensitive touchpad pointing device with two click buttons and a scro

53EnglishEnglishPrinterYour computer supports both parallel and USB printers.Refer to the printer's manual for information on:• Setting up the ha

Peripherals and options54EnglishAudio devicesYour computer offers built-in stereo speakers. See the section entitled "Audio" for more infor

55EnglishEnglishExpansion devicesPC CardYour computer features a PC card slot that supports two standard Type II or one Type III PC card (PCMCIA or Ca

Peripherals and options56EnglishTo remove a PC card:1 Close the application that is using the PC card.2 Double click on the PC card icon on the taskb

57EnglishEnglishUSB devicesYour computer features two USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals. See "External i

viiEnglishEnglishFirst things firstYo u r g u i d e sA set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your Aspire computer.:For more informatio

Peripherals and options58EnglishIEEE 1394 devicesThe computer's fast IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect IEEE 1394 supported devices like a dig

59EnglishEnglishMiscellaneous optionsBattery packIt is a good idea to have a spare battery, especially when you travel with your computer. This greatl

Peripherals and options60EnglishKey component upgradesYour computer is designed to deliver solid performance. However, in time, you might find that y

61EnglishEnglish2 Turn the computer over to access the memory compartment on the bottom of the unit. Remove the screw from the memory compartment door

Peripherals and options62English3 Insert the memory module diagonally in the slot (1), and then press down gently until it clicks in place (2). 4 Re

Moving with your computerAs1600_E.book Page 63 Thursday, January 16, 2003 11:01 AM

Your Aspire 1600 series notebook computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around.This chapter provides tips on things to consider when trav

65EnglishEnglishDisconnecting from the desktopBefore moving with your computer, you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals:1 Save your work a

Moving with your computer66EnglishMoving aroundSometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance. For example, you might need to move f

67EnglishEnglishTaking the computer homeWhen you move between your office and home you will need to prepare your computer for the short trip.Preparing

viiiEnglishBasic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and offTo turn on your computer, open the lid (1, 2) and press the powe

Moving with your computer68EnglishSetting up a home officeIf you frequently work on your computer at home, as well as at work, it may be worthwhile p

69EnglishEnglishTraveling with the computerSometimes you might need to make longer trips with your computer.Preparing the computerPrepare the computer

Moving with your computer70EnglishTraveling internationally with your computerOccasionally you might need to travel between countries with your compu

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Your Aspire 1600 series notebook computer includes system utilities.This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your c

73EnglishEnglishSystem softwareYour computer comes preloaded with the following software:• Microsoft Windows operating system.• Hardware BIOS setup ut

Software74EnglishBIOS UtilityThe BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (basic input/output system).To acti

75EnglishEnglishNote: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Navigation keys for a particular menu are shown on

Software76EnglishHDD1 Serial Number Shows the primary master hard disk drive serial number.HDD2 Serial Number Shows the secondary master hard disk dr

77EnglishEnglishMainThe Main menu screen allows you to set basic settings about your computer such as date and time and boot settings. The table belo

ixEnglishEnglish• Push the power button. To use this method, you must first click on the Power Management icon in Windows Control Panel, and then chec

Software78EnglishAdvancedThe Advanced screen contains parameters values concerning hardware features. Boot-time Diagnostic ScreenShows the logo duri

79EnglishEnglishThe table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.Parame

Software80EnglishPrimary MasterThe Primary Master sub-menu contains parameters related to the primary hard disk. Caution: The parameters in this scr

81EnglishEnglishSecondary MasterThe Secondary Master sub-menu contains parameters related to the optical drive installed in your system. Caution: The

Software82EnglishPCI IRQ RoutingThe PCI IRQ Routing sub-menu allows you to set the IRQs for PCI devices. Caution: The parameters in this screen are

83EnglishEnglishSecurityThe System Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. The table

Software84EnglishWarning: Don’t forget your password. If you forget your password, you may have to return your computer to your dealer to reset it.S

85EnglishEnglishChanging a passwordTo change a password, follow step 1 in “Setting a password” on page 84. Enter the current password, then enter a ne

Software86EnglishSetting the Boot drive sequenceUse the cursor up/down keys to select a boot device, then press − or + to change its order. Items wit

87EnglishEnglishDiscard Changes Discards your changes.Save Changes Saves your changes.Parameter DescriptionAs1600_E.book Page 87 Thursday, January 1