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Your Aspire 1310 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 computer4English4 Touchpad Touch sensitive pad that functions like a computer mouse.5 Click buttons & scroll keyRight

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 S-video Con

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

9EnglishEnglishFeaturesPerformance• AMD Athlon XP1800+, XP1900+ or higher processor.• VIA KN266 + VT8235.• 2 memory slots supporting 266MHz DDR, upgra

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 computer10EnglishDisplay• The 14.1” or 15.0” display panel provides a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-o

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:Icon Descrip

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.

19EnglishEnglishscroll down. Note: keep your fingers, as well as the surface of the touchpad, clean and dry. The touchpad is sensitive to your finger

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

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 th

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

Operating on battery powerBt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!38!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

Your Aspire 1310 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

ivEnglishNote: 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 th

Operating on battery power30EnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning proc

31EnglishEnglishTo remove a battery pack:1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.2 Pull the battery from the battery bay.Charging the

Operating on battery power32EnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows Power Meter.Warning: connect the AC adap

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

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Peripherals and optionsBt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!46!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

Your Aspire 1310 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

39EnglishEnglishUSB devicesYour computer features two USB 2.0(Universal Serial Bus) ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals. See "Externa

vEnglishEnglishTaking care of your battery packIt is also important that you look after your computer's battery pack.• Use the correct battery mo

Peripherals and options40EnglishIEEE 1394 PortThe computer’s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported device like a digital vid

41EnglishEnglishPrinterYour computer supports both parallel and USB printers.Refer to the printer's manual for information on:• Setting up the ha

Peripherals and options42EnglishAudio devicesYour computer offers built-in stereo speakers. See the section entitled "Audio" for more infor

43EnglishEnglishExpansion devicesPC CardYour computer features a PC card slot that supports a standard Type II or Type III PC card (PCMCIA or CardBus)

Peripherals and options44EnglishTo 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

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 computerBt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!5:!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

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Your Aspire 1310 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

SoftwareBt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!68!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

Your Aspire 1310 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

ContentsFirst things first iiiYour guides iiiBasic care and tips for using your computer iiiGetting familiar with your computer 1A tour of your comput

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

61EnglishEnglishStartup menuThe Startup menu provides two items: Date and Time, and Boot Device.Date and TimeThis menu item allows you to change the d

Software62EnglishBoot DeviceThis menu item allows you to set the order of the boot devices. After reading the BIOS at startup, your computer will sea

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

Troubleshooting68Englishup the Display Properties dialog box. Alternatively, click on the Display icon in Control Panel.• Click on the Settings tab t

69EnglishEnglish• Try to read a second diskette. If this works, then the first diskette might have a problem.• If the diskette is not the cause of the

viiiEnglishPeripherals and options 35External display devices 37External input devices 38External keyboard 38External keypad 38External pointing devic

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Appendix A SpecificationsBt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!82!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!83!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

73EnglishEnglishMicroprocessor• AMD Athlon XP1800+, XP1900+ or higher processor.Memory• Main memory expandable to 2GB.• Dual 200-pin soDIMM sockets.•

Appendix A Specifications74EnglishI/O ports• One type III or type II PC Card slot (PCMCIA and CardBus).• One IEEE 1394 port• One RJ-11 modem jack (V.9

75EnglishEnglishOptions• 256/512 MB or 1 GB memory upgrade module.• Additional AC adapter.• Additional battery pack.• 802.11b wireless LAN.Bt2421`F/cp

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This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.Bt2421`F/cppl!!Qbhf!89!!Npoebz-!Nbsdi!42-!3114!!5;48!QN

79EnglishEnglishFCC 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

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Appendix B Notices80Englishand (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Notice

81EnglishEnglishTelecommunications noticesA-Tick noticeFor safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label. This incl

Appendix B Notices82Englisha When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.b If liquid has been spilled into the product.c If the product has been

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Appendix B Notices84EnglishMacrovision copyright protection noticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by metho

85EnglishEnglishthe antenna should not be operated next to a nearby person. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

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87IndexAACPI 33audio 25connecting externally 42controlling volume 25troubleshooting 68Bbattery bay 8battery packbattery-low warning

88Hhard disk 21upgrading 47help iiihotkeys 16Kkeyboard 13connecting externally 38embedded numeric keypad 14hotkeys 16lock keys

89speakerstroubleshooting 68status indicators 11status LCD 11storage 21floppy drive 21hard disk 21optical drive 21Ttimesetting in