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- Page 1 Aspire 1200 series User’s guide...
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: First Things First
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. -
Page 4: Basic Care And Tips For Using Your Computer
Use the power switch • If you set the power switch to “Shut down”, you can use this button to turn off the computer. See Windows help for details. Note: If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power switch for more than four seconds to shut down the computer. -
Page 5: Taking Care Of Your Ac Adapter
Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter: Do not connect the adapter to any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully • route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Getting familiar with your computer A tour of your computer Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Display Indicators Keyboard Special keys Keyboard ergonomics... - Page 8 Hard disk upgrade Moving with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to bring with you...
- Page 9 Software System software Easy Button E-Mail Detector BIOS Setup Utility Main System Devices Security Others Boot Exit Troubleshooting Frequently-asked questions Error messages Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Notices Index...
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Page 11: Getting Familiar With Your Computer
Getting familiar with your computer... - Page 12 This computer combines high-performance, versatility, power management features and multimedia capabilities with a unique style and ergonomic design. Work with unmatched productivity and reliability with your new power computing partner. This chapter gives an in-depth "tour" of the computer’s many features.
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Page 13: A Tour Of Your Computer
A tour of your computer After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new notebook computer. Front view... - Page 14 Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays computer output. Power button Turns on the computer power. Status LCD LCD that display icons to show the status of the computer and its functions and components. Keyboard Inputs data into your computer. Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.
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Page 15: Left View
Optical drive Ejects the disc from the optical drive when the computer is emergency eject turned off. See “How do I eject the optical drive tray with the hole computer turned off?” on page 76 for more details. -
Page 16: Right View
Connects an external microphone. PC Card eject buttons Eject the selected PC Card from its slot. PC Card slots Accepts one Type III or two Type II/I PC Card(s). DC-in jack Connects to the AC adapter. PS/2 port Connects to a PS/2-compatible device (e.g., PS/2 keyboard/mouse/keypad). -
Page 17: Rear View
Connects to a IEEE 1394 compatible device (e.g., digital camcorder). Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network. Modem jack Conncts a phone line (only for models with an internal fax/data modem). Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel printer). External display port Connects to a display monitor. -
Page 18: Bottom View
Item Description Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s hard disk. Battery release button Press and hold to release the battery latch. Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack. Memory compartment... -
Page 19: Features
Features This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance Intel® Celeron™ processor with on-die level 2 cache • 128 MB memory onboard and one memory upgrade slot • Large LCD display with adjustable video memory •... - Page 20 Getting familiar with your computer Launch keys (supports Audio DJ feature) • Expansion Upgradeable memory and hard disk •...
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Page 21: Display
1024x768 eXtended Graphics Array (XGA) resolution (for models with a 14.1-inch display). Video performance Video memory is adjustable via the BIOS Setup Utility. The system sets aside a portion of main memory for video. For more details on how to configure this setting, see “System Devices” on page 65. -
Page 22: Indicators
The computer has an easy-to-read status LCD (1) located above the keyboard. Two status indicators, power (2), and email (3) are located near the front of the computer. The status LCD displays icons that show the status of the computer and its components. - Page 23 Function Icon Description Optical drive/ CD or DVD drive or hard disk is being accessed. Hard disk activity Floppy drive Floppy drive is being accessed. activity PC Card activity PC Card is being accessed. AC power Computer is running on AC power.
- Page 24 Getting familiar with your computer In addition to the status LCD, the computer includes power and email status indicators. Function Icon Description Power Lights when the computer is on. Email Lights when incoming email is received. To launch your email program and read the incoming email, press the email button beside this indicator.
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Page 25: Keyboard
(complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution would be to connect an external keypad. See “External keyboard”... -
Page 26: Embedded Keypad
Getting familiar with your computer Embedded keypad The embedded keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the lower edge of the keycaps. The embedded keypad can function in numeric mode or cursor-control mode. Desired Access... -
Page 27: Windows Keys
Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Description Windows logo key Start button. Combinations with this key perform special functions. Below are a few examples: + Tab (Activates next Taskbar button) + E (Explores My Computer) - Page 28 (if connected) and both the display screen and external monitor. Fn- ↑ Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. Fn-↓ Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness. When activating hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
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Page 29: Keyboard Ergonomics
Keyboard ergonomics Located below the keyboard, the wide and curved palm rest is ergonomically designed to provide you with a very comfortable place to rest your hands while you type. -
Page 30: Touchpad
Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. • Press the left (1) and right (2) buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do • selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and... - Page 31 Scroll Note: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements. Hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping too hard will not increase...
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Page 32: Launch Keys
Located near the front end of the computer (between the speakers) are launch keys that perform various functions. Depending on the set mode, these launch keys may be used to launch applications or play back music CDs. Note: The Audio DJ feature is also available even when the computer is off. - Page 33 (AP mode) Next track Jumps to the next track on the music CD. (Audio DJ mode) Volume buttons Decreases (-) or increases (+) the volume. To configure the launch keys and the applications they launch, see “Easy Button” on page 60.
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Page 34: Storage
The floppy drive reads and writes on standard 3.5-inch diskettes. High-speed optical drive • A high-speed optical drive (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or DVD/CD-RW) gives you portable multimedia access. For the location of these drives, see “A tour of your computer” on page 3. -
Page 35: Connectivity Options
To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the network jack on the rear of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. For the location of this port, see “Rear view” on page 7. -
Page 36: Audio
There are audio ports on the right side of the computer. See “Right view” on page 6 for the location and description of these ports. For information on how to connect external audio devices to these ports, see “Audio devices”... -
Page 37: Securing Your Computer
When set with appropriate options enabled, no one can access the computer without entering the correct password. See “BIOS Setup Utility” on page 62 for details on how to set a password and related options. Important: Do not forget your password! If you forget your password, you need... - Page 38 Getting familiar with your computer...
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Page 39: Operating On Battery Power
Operating on battery power... - Page 40 The computer operates on AC or battery power. This chapter contains the information you need to know to operate the computer on battery power. It also includes information on how your computer manages and saves power.
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Page 41: Battery Pack
• Whenever possible, use the AC adapter. The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure. It is advisable to have an extra fully-charged battery pack available as backup. See your dealer for more details. -
Page 42: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack
Use this process with a new battery or with a battery that's been stored without being used for a long time. If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks, we suggest you remove the battery pack. -
Page 43: Charging The Battery
Slide the battery release latch to unlatch the battery pack. Pull up the battery pack to remove it. Charging the battery To charge the battery, slide the battery pack into the battery bay and plug the AC adapter into the computer and an electrical outlet. -
Page 44: Checking The Battery Level
Using the Windows battery meter The Windows battery meter indicates the present battery level. Simply rest your cursor on the battery meter (or AC plug) icon on the taskbar to see the present charge level of your battery. Optimizing battery life This section helps you get the most out of battery operation. -
Page 45: Battery-Low Warning
Eject the PC Card from the slot when it is not in use, since the PC Card draws • extra power. See “Ejecting a card” on page 44. Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. The recommended storage •... -
Page 46: Power Management
If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy. -
Page 47: Peripherals And Options
Peripherals and options... - Page 48 Your computer offers excellent expansion capabilities with its built-in ports and connectors. This chapter describes how to connect peripherals and hardware options that help you use your computer with ease. When connecting peripherals, read the manual included with the peripheral for operating instructions. You can purchase most of these and other options directly from authorized dealers.
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Page 49: External Display Devices
You can connect an external display device such as a television or projector with s- video input to the video-out port on the rear of the computer. For the location of this connector, see “Rear view” on page 7. Read the manual for your TV or projector for additional operating instructions. -
Page 50: External Input Devices
This computer accepts either a PS/2-compatible or USB mouse or similar pointing device. To use a PS/2-compatible mouse, simply plug it into the PS/2 port. If you use a USB mouse, connect it to an available USB port. For the location of these ports, see... -
Page 51: Printer
This computer supports both parallel and USB printers. For a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel port. For a USB printer, connect it to the USB port. For the location of these ports, see “Rear view” on page 7 and “Right view” on page 6. -
Page 52: Audio Devices
Peripherals and options Audio devices You can plug an external microphone into the microphone-in jack. Amplified speakers or headphones connect to the speaker/headphone-out jack. For the location of these ports, see “Right view” on page 6. -
Page 53: Expansion Devices
PC Card slots The computer has built-in CardBus PC Card slots that can accommodate one type III or two type II/I PC Cards. Please consult your dealer for PC Card options available that you can purchase for your computer. The PC Card slots found on the right of the computer accepts credit-card-sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. -
Page 54: Usb
• safely remove card operation. After it is safe to remove the card, press the slot eject button once to pop it out (1); then press it again to eject the PC Card (2). The computer has two USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports that allow you to connect peripherals without occupying too many resources. -
Page 55: Ieee 1394
IEEE 1394 The computer's fast IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect IEEE 1394 supported devices like a digital camcorder, external hard disks, or external CD burners. You can also daisy- chain IEEE 1394 devices via a IEEE 1394 repeater. -
Page 56: Miscellaneous Options
AC adapter The compact AC adapter charges your battery pack and supplies power to your computer. You can order a spare AC adapter so you do not need to carry it from the office to your home or destination. -
Page 57: Key Component Upgrades
Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base. Remove the screws from the memory door (1), slide the memory door (2), then lift the memory door (3) to access the memory slot. -
Page 58: Hard Disk Upgrade
BIOS Setup Utility. See “System Devices” on page 65 for details. Hard disk upgrade It is possible to upgrade your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space. The computer uses a 9.5mm 2.5-inch Enhanced-IDE hard disk. -
Page 59: Moving With Your Computer
Moving with your computer... - Page 60 This chapter gives you tips and hints on things to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.
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Page 61: Disconnecting From The Desktop
Shut down the operating system. Turn off the computer. Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 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. -
Page 62: Moving Around
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. -
Page 63: Taking The Computer Home
Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you. • If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot bring the • computer with you, leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat. -
Page 64: Setting Up A Home Office
Moving with your computer Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home, it may be worthwhile to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home. With a second AC adapter, you can avoid transporting the extra weight to and from home. -
Page 65: Traveling With The Computer
Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Be sure the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when bringing it into the gate area. -
Page 66: Traveling Internationally With The Computer
Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer. In addition, these tips are useful when traveling internationally. When traveling in another country, check that the local AC voltage and the AC • adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage (e.g., power rating). -
Page 67: Software
Software... - Page 68 This chapter discusses the important system utilities bundled with your computer.
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Page 69: System Software
• Note: To access Windows software applications, click on the Start button and select the application folder. Then click on the application icon to run the selected application. To learn about the software and utility, make use of the online help provided by the software. -
Page 70: Easy Button
Software Easy Button Easy Button allows you to set the four launch keys located near the front of the computer. See “Launch keys” on page 22 for the location of these keys. To configure Easy Button, double-click on its icon on the taskbar. Pressing on a launch key that has not been configured will also allow you to configure Easy Button. -
Page 71: E-Mail Detector
The E-Mail Detector application monitors your mail servers for incoming email. When incoming email is detected, the email status indicator lights up. You can also set a notify message to appear or a sound to play when you receive incoming email. -
Page 72: Bios Setup Utility
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. A plus sign (+) indicates the item has sub-items. Press Enter to expand this item. -
Page 73: Main
Press Esc while you are in any of the menu options to go to the Exit menu. • In any menu, you can load default settings by pressing F9. You can also press F10 • to save any changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. - Page 74 Power on display Determines the display device on startup. Options: Auto-Selected or Simultaneous LCD Display stretch Specifies whether or not to expand the image to fill the screen. Options: Enabled or Disabled System Memory Shows the amount of system memory.
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Page 75: System Devices
←→ Esc Exit Select Menu Enter Select > Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit The table below describes the parameters in the screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Pointing Device Determines whether or not to disable the internal touchpad if a PS/2 pointing device is connected. -
Page 76: Security
Options: 16 Mb, 32 Mb or 8 Mb Note: VGA takes up a portion of system memory, configurable via the VGA Frame Buffer parameter. For example, if you have 128 MB SDRAM, and you set a VGA Frame Buffer of 16 MB, main memory is 112 MB. -
Page 77: Setting A Password
Enter new password: Confirm new password: Type a password in the Enter new password field. The password may consist of up to eight alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9). Important: Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen. -
Page 78: Removing A Password
After setting the password, the computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”. If desired, you can opt to enable the Password on boot parameter. When you are done, press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Removing a password Follow these steps: ↑... -
Page 79: Others
←→ Esc Exit Select Menu Enter Select > Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter Description Low Battery Alarm Determines whether or not the system will alarm when the battery power is low. -
Page 80: Boot
The computer attempts to boot from the CD or DVD drive (looks for a Drive bootable CD or DVD). Note: A plus (+) sign may be shown in front of a device. You can press Enter to “expand” the device and see sub-items in this category. -
Page 81: Exit
Loads default settings for all parameters (same as F9). Discard Changes Discards changes made. Save Changes Saves changes made. Note: In any menu, you can load default settings by pressing F9. You can also press F10 to save any changes made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. - Page 82 Software...
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Page 83: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting... - Page 84 Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open and service the computer by yourself. Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
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Page 85: Frequently-Asked Questions
Frequently-asked questions This is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer, and it gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. I press the power switch, but the computer does not start or boot-up. - Page 86 How do I eject the optical drive tray with the computer turned off? There is a emergency eject hole on the optical drive. Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and push to eject the optical drive tray. For the location of the emergency eject hole, see “Left view”...
- Page 87 When placing the CD or DVD in the drive tray, make sure it is secure in the • spindle on the drive tray. Make sure the CD or DVD is free from scratches or smudges. If the CD or DVD is • dirty, clean it using a disc cleaning kit. Remember to follow the instructions included with the kit.
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Page 88: Error Messages
Troubleshooting Error messages If you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective action. The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action. Note: To enter the BIOS Setup Utility, press F2 during POST. For more information, see “BIOS Setup Utility”... - Page 89 47. If the problem persists, contact your dealer or an authorized service center. 02B0 Diskette drive A error Floppy drive test failed, and may need to be repaired or 02B2 Incorrect Drive A type - run replaced. SETUP Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.
- Page 90 Corrective Action 02F5 DMA Test Failed System unable to write to DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. Write down the message and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. 02F6 Software NMI Failed System unable to generate software NMI (Non- Maskable Interrupt).
- Page 91 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS Setup Utility. See “BIOS Setup Utility” on page 62.
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Page 93: Appendix A Specifications
Appendix A Specifications... - Page 94 This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer.
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Page 95: Data Storage
14.1” Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) liquid-crystal display (LCD) displaying 16.7 • million colors at 1024x768 eXtended Graphics Array (XGA) resolution - or - 15.0” TFT LCD displaying 16.7 million colors at 1400x1050 Super eXtended Graphics Array Plus (SXGA+) resolution AGP 4X support •... -
Page 96: Weight And Dimensions
Appendix A Specifications I/O ports One type III or two type II/I PC Card slots (PCMCIA, CardBus) • One RJ-11 modem jack (V.90, 56K) • One RJ-45 network jack (Ethernet 10/100) • One DC-in jack • One parallel port (ECP/EPP) •... -
Page 97: Operating System
Power Battery pack • • 57-WattHour Li-Ion battery pack • 3-4.5 hours charge time AC adapter • • 60-Watt • Auto sensing 100~240Vac, 50~60Hz Options 128/256/512 MB SDRAM memory upgrade module • Additional AC adapter • Additional battery pack •... - Page 98 Appendix A Specifications...
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Page 99: Appendix B Notices
Appendix B Notices... - Page 100 This appendix lists the general notices for your computer.
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Page 101: Fcc Notice
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •... -
Page 102: Modem Notices
If possible, they will notify you in advance. But, if advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. -
Page 103: Important Safety Instructions
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. -
Page 104: Laser Compliance Statement
VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive’s classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. -
Page 105: Year 2000 Compliance Statement
The Aspire 1200 series notebook computer carries the "Hardware NSTL Tested Year 2000 Compliant" logo, which certifies that this model has been tested by NSTL using the YMark2000 test, and has been found to meet NSTL's standards for Year 2000 hardware compliance. - Page 106 Appendix B Notices...
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Page 107: Index
52 battery bay 8 on indicator 14 battery pack security 27 battery-low warning 35 setting up a home office 54 caring for v taking home 53 characteristics 31 traveling internationally 56 charging 33 traveling on local trips 55... - Page 108 15 connecting externally 40 pad lock 15 embedded numeric keypad 16 palm rest 19 hotkeys 18 parallel port lock keys 15 setting in BIOS Utility 65 troubleshooting 76 password 27 Windows keys 17 changing 68 keylock 7 removing 68 keypad...
- Page 109 24 display 75 s-video connecting 39 floppy drive 76 keyboard 76 time printer 77 setting in BIOS Utility 63 startup 75 touchpad 20 using 20– 21 rear view 7 travel right view 6 international flights 56 local trips 55...