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Acer Aspire 1690 User Manual

Acer Aspire 1690
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Aspire 1690 Series
User’s Guide

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Acer Aspire 1690 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAcer
ModelAspire 1690
CategoryLaptop
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer

Turning Your Computer On and Off

Explains how to power the computer on and shut it down using various methods.

Taking Care of Your Computer

Provides essential guidelines for maintaining the computer's condition and longevity.

Taking Care of Your AC Adapter

Provides instructions for the proper maintenance of the AC power adapter.

Taking Care of Your Battery Pack

Offers advice on how to properly maintain the computer's battery pack.

An Aspire Tour

Front View

Illustrates and describes the front components of the Aspire notebook.

Closed Front View

Details the components and indicators located on the closed front panel of the notebook.

Left View

Identifies and describes the ports and drives on the left side of the notebook.

Right View

Details the ports, card readers, and ventilation slots on the right side of the notebook.

Rear View

Shows and describes the power jack and external display port on the rear of the notebook.

Bottom View

Identifies components such as the hard disk bay, battery bay, and cooling fan on the bottom.

Specifications

Display and Video

Describes the display types, resolutions, and graphics capabilities of the notebook.

Connectivity

Outlines the networking and communication interfaces available on the notebook.

I/O Ports

Lists and describes the various input/output ports available on the computer.

Indicators

Using the Keyboard

Lock Keys

Details the function of Caps Lock, Num Lock, and Scroll Lock keys.

Embedded Numeric Keypad

Explains how to use the embedded numeric keypad for typing numbers and letters.

Hot Keys

Function Keys (Fn)

Explains how to use Fn key combinations for system controls like help and power management.

Function Keys (Fn) - Display & Audio

Details Fn key combinations for display toggling and audio volume control.

Function Keys (Fn) - Brightness & Media

Covers Fn key combinations for screen brightness and media playback control.

Launch Keys

Function of Launch Keys

Describes the purpose and default applications of the four launch keys.

Touchpad

Using a Computer Security Lock

Audio

Using System Utilities

Acer eManager Overview

Introduces Acer eManager software and its four main settings.

Acer eRecovery

Explains Acer eRecovery for backing up files and preventing data loss.

Launch Manager

Configuring Launch Keys

Guides on how to use Launch Manager to customize the launch keys.

Acer GridVista

Multi-Window Display

Introduces Acer GridVista for arranging multiple windows on the screen.

Moving Around With Your Notebook PC

Traveling With the Computer

Traveling Internationally With the Computer

International Travel Considerations

Offers advice on AC voltage compatibility and modem connection in foreign countries.

Securing Your Computer

Computer Security Lock

Explains the use of a security keylock notch for physical security.

Password Protection

Details the types of passwords (Supervisor, User, Boot) for system security.

Entering Passwords

Describes the process and limitations of entering passwords during boot-up.

Expanding Through Options

Installing Memory

Memory Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide on how to install memory modules in the computer.

BIOS Utility

Password Settings

Explains how to set a password on boot via the BIOS Security menu.

Using Software

Playing DVD Movies

Guides on playing DVD movies, including region code information.

Power Management Overview

Explains the computer's power management system and ACPI support.

Windows Arcade

Arcade Hot Keys

Details hot key combinations for controlling Aspire Arcade features and settings.

Cinema

Playing Movies

Guides on playing DVDs and VCDs using the Cinema function.

Album

Video

Acer eRecovery

Acer eRecovery Functions

Lists the main functions of Acer eRecovery: create backup, restore, reinstall.

Creating a System Backup

Provides steps to create a backup image of the system to HDD or optical media.

Restoring from Backup

Guides on restoring the system from a previously created backup.

Creating Factory Default Image CD

Explains how to create a factory default image CD if system/recovery CDs are unavailable.

Reinstalling Bundled Software

Guides on reinstalling drivers and applications without a CD.

Changing Acer eRecovery Password

Details the steps to change the password for Acer eRecovery.

Acer Disc-to-Disc Recovery

Restore Without Recovery CD

Explains how to restore the C: drive using built-in recovery without a CD.

Performing Disc-to-Disc Recovery

Provides steps to initiate the disc-to-disc recovery process.

Energy Star Guidelines Compliance

Important Safety Instructions

Provides crucial safety guidelines for product usage and cleaning.

Electrical Shock and Liquid Spill Precautions

Warns against inserting objects, spilling liquids, and attempting self-servicing.

Battery Safety

Warns about battery replacement, handling, and disposal risks.

Laser Compliance Statement

Provides safety information regarding the laser product (CD/DVD drive).

FCC RF Safety Requirement

Explains RF safety requirements for minimizing human contact with antennas.

RF Safety Instructions

Details RF safety instructions, including separation distance from antennas.

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