Acer 1510 Series Bedienungsanleitung

Acer Aspire 1510 Series User’s Guide

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Getting familiar with your computer

Your Aspire 1510 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 and Bluetooth buttons work for models with 802.11g wireless LAN and Bluet

5EnglishEnglishLeft view # Item Description1 Ventilation slots Enables the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.2 Floppy activity indicator

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 DC-in jack Connects the AC adapter.2 Network jack Connects the computer to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based n

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

9EnglishEnglishFeaturesPerformance• AMD Athlon™ 64 processor with 1MB L2 cache, supporting HyperTransport™ technology.• nVIDIA® nForce™3 chipsets• 2 m

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 15.0” display panel provides a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease-of-use. Th

11EnglishEnglishIndicatorsYour computer provides an array of three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to four indicators positioned at

Getting familiar with your computer12EnglishThe four indicators located at the front of the unit provide the following status information:Icon Item D

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 computer16EnglishHot keysUsing the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for

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 computer18EnglishTouchp adThe built-in touchpad is a PS/2- compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface.

19EnglishEnglishNote: Keep your fingers, as well as the surface of the touchpad, clean and dry. The touchpad is sensitive to your finger movements: th

iiiEnglishEnglishFirst 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

Getting familiar with your computer20EnglishLaunch keysLocated at the top of the keyboard are six buttons, in addition to the power button. These bu

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 computer22EnglishEjecting the optical drive trayTo eject the optical drive tray:• With the computer turned on, press the o

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 computer24EnglishFax/data modemYour computer features a built-in fax/data modem, enabling you to communicate over a phone

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 power

Your Aspire 1510 series notebook computer operates on battery or AC power.This chapter provides information for operating on battery power, as well as

29EnglishEnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has

ivEnglishNote: If you are unable to shut down the computer in the usual way, press and hold the power button 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 proce

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 adapt

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

Operating on battery power34English

Peripherals and options

Your Aspire 1510 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 options38EnglishUSB devicesYour computer features four USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals

39EnglishEnglishIEEE 1394 PortThe computer’s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported device like a digital video camera.See you

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

41EnglishEnglishExpansion devicesPC CardYour computer features a PC card slot that supports a standard Type II or Type III PC card (PCMCIA or CardBus)

Peripherals and options42EnglishTo 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

43EnglishEnglishMiscellaneous optionsBattery packIt is a good idea to have a spare battery, especially when you travel with your computer. This greatl

Peripherals and options44EnglishKey component upgradesYour computer is designed to deliver solid performance. However, in time, you might find that y

45EnglishEnglish3 Insert the memory module diagonally in the slot, and then press down gently until it clicks in place. 4 Replace the memory compartme

Peripherals and options46English

Moving with your computer

Your Aspire 1510 series notebook computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around.This chapter provides tips on things to consider when trav

49EnglishEnglishDisconnecting from the desktopBefore moving with your computer, you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals:1 Save your work a

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Moving with your computer50EnglishMoving aroundSometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance. For example, you might need to move f

51EnglishEnglishTaking 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 computer52EnglishSetting up a home officeIf you frequently work on your computer at home, as well as at work, it may be worthwhile p

53EnglishEnglishTraveling with the computerSometimes you might need to make longer trips with your computer.Preparing the computerPrepare the computer

Moving with your computer54EnglishTraveling internationally with your computerOccasionally you might need to travel between countries with your compu

Software

Your Aspire 1510 series notebook computer includes system utilities.This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your c

57EnglishEnglishSystem softwareYour computer comes preloaded with the following software:• Microsoft® Windows® operating system.• Hardware BIOS setup

Software58EnglishBIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS (basic input/output system) contains important information used to configure the hardware and system soft

Troubleshooting

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

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

61EnglishEnglishFrequently asked questionsThis section suggests solutions to commonly encountered problems.I press the power button, but my computer d

Troubleshooting62EnglishThere is no audio coming from my computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume contr

63EnglishEnglishThe optical drive cannot read a disc.Check the following:• Make sure that the disc is supported by the drive. If your computer connect

Troubleshooting64English

Appendix A Specifications

This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.

67EnglishEnglishMicroprocessor• AMD Athlon™ 64 processors with 1MB L2 cache, supporting HyperTransport™ technology .Memory• Main memory expandable to

Appendix A Specifications68EnglishKeyboard and pointing device• 84/85-key Windows keyboard.• Ergonomically-centered touchpad pointing device.

69EnglishEnglishI/O ports• One type III or type II PC Card slot (PCMCIA and CardBus).• One IEEE 1394 port• One RJ-11 modem jack (V.90/V.92, 56K).• One

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

Appendix A Specifications70EnglishOptions• 256/512 MB or 1 GB memory upgrade module.• Additional AC adapter.• Additional battery pack.

Appendix B Notices

This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.

73EnglishEnglishEnergy Star Guidelines ComplianceAs an Energy Star Partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guideline

Appendix B Notices74EnglishOperation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condition

75EnglishEnglishthe problem is with the equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor.Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.

Appendix B Notices76EnglishNotice for New ZealandFor Modem with approval number PTC 211/03/0081 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equ

77EnglishEnglishFor Modem with approval number PTC 211/01/0301 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Teleco

Appendix B Notices78EnglishImportant safety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.1 Follow all warnings and in

79EnglishEnglishd If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered b

EnglishTroubleshooting 59Frequently asked questions 61Appendix A Specifications 65Appendix B Notices 71Index 87

Appendix B Notices80EnglishPRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE IADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS.ADVARSEL: LA

81EnglishEnglishGeneralThis product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for

Appendix B Notices82EnglishThe FCC RF safety requirementThe radiated output power of Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Card and Blue-tooth Card is far below the F

83EnglishEnglishNote: Acer Dual-Band 11b/g Wireless Mini PCI Adapter implements transmission diversity function. The function does not emit radio freq

Appendix B Notices84EnglishAcer Incorporated8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., HsichihTaipei Hsien 221, TaiwanTel : 886-2-2696-1234Fax : 886-2-2696-3535

85EnglishEnglishFederal Communications CommissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to

Appendix B Notices86English

87EnglishEnglishIndexAACPI 33audio 25connecting externally 40controlling volume 25troubleshooting 62Bbattery bay 8battery packbatter

Index88EnglishWindows keys 15keypadconnecting externally 37Llaunch keys 20left view 5Mmemorycompartment 8installing 44– 45upgrade

89EnglishEnglishUUSBconnecting 38Vvolumeadjusting 25WWindows keys 15