User manual ACER ASPIRE 4736ZG

[. . . ] The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer. All correspondence 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. Aspire 1200 series Notebook computer Model Number : __________________________________ Serial Number: ___________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of Purchase: ________________________________ All trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective companies. iii First things first We would like to thank you for making the Aspire series of notebook computers your choice for your mobile computing needs. We hope you will be happy with your Aspire as much as we enjoyed making it for you. Your guides To help you use your Aspire, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for Starters. . . [. . . ] Please consult your dealer if you need to upgrade your hard disk. Moving with your computer This chapter gives you tips and hints on things to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. 51 Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 2 3 4 5 6 Save your work in progress. Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices. Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer. 52 Moving with your computer Moving around when you are just moving within short distances, for example, from your office desk to a meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving the computer, close and latch the display cover to place it in Standby mode. You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building. To bring the computer out of Standby mode, open the display and press the power button. What to bring to short meetings A fully charged battery runs the computer for 2 hours under most circumstances. If your meeting is shorter than that, you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than the computer. What to bring to long meetings If your meeting will last longer than 2 hours or if your battery is not fully charged, you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room. If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in power-saving mode. Close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer. Open the display and press the power button to resume. 53 Taking the computer home when you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Preparing the computer After disconnecting the computer from your desktop, follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home: 1 2 Remove all media from the drives. Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer. Pressure against the top cover could damage the screen. What to bring with you Unless you already have some items at home, bring the following items with you: · · AC adapter and power cord The printed user's manual Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work: · · Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you. Please also refer to Chapter 6, Troubleshooting when a problem arises. To activate the BIOS Setup Utility, press F2 during POST. Main System Devices Security Others Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time: System Date: Floppy Drive: Hard Disk: Quiet Boot: Power on display: LCD Display stretch: System Memory: Extended Memory: BIOS Ver. [11:21:00] [09/11/2001] 1. 44MB, 3½" IBM-DJSA-220-(PM) [Enabled] [Auto-Selected] [Enabled] 640 KB 113664 KB V0. 01 F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility There are six menu options: Main, System Devices, Security, Others, Boot and Exit. Follow these instructions: · · · To choose a menu, use the cursor left/right keys ( ). To change the value of a parameter, press F5 or F6. Note: You can change the value of a parameter if it is enclosed in square brackets. Press Enter to expand this item. 63 · · Press Esc while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu. You can also press F10 to save any changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Notes: Navigation keys for a particular menu are shown on the bottom of the screen. Help for parameters are found in the Item Specific Help part of the screen. Read this carefully when making changes to parameter values. Main The Main screen displays a summary of your computer hardware information, and also includes basic setup parameters. Main System Devices Security Others Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time: System Date: Floppy Drive: Hard Disk: Quiet Boot: Power on display: LCD Display stretch: System Memory: Extended Memory: BIOS Ver. [11:21:00] [09/11/2001] 1. 44MB, 3½" IBM-DJSA-220-(PM) [Enabled] [Auto-Selected] [Enabled] 640 KB 113664 KB V0. 01 F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Note: The screen above is for reference only. Actual values may differ. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. [. . . ] Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a b c d When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed If liquid has been spilled into the product If the product has been exposed to rain or water If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. [. . . ]