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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 open view
Front view
Left view
Right view
Rear view
Bottom view
Features
Indicators
Using the Keyboard
Special keys
Touchpad
Touchpad basics
Launch Keys
Storage
Hard disk
Optical drive
Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray
Audio
Adjusting the volume
Connectivity options
Ethernet and LAN
Fax/data modem
Fast infrared
Securing your computer
Using a computer security lock
Using passwords
Operating on battery power
Battery pack
Battery pack characteristics
Installing and removing the battery pack
Charging the battery
Checking the battery level
Optimizing battery life
Battery-low warning
Power management
Peripherals and options
External display devices
External input devices
External keyboard
External keypad
External pointing device
USB devices
IEEE 1394 Port
Printer
Audio devices
Expansion devices
PC Card
Miscellaneous options
Battery pack
AC adapter
Key component upgrades
Memory upgrade
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
Special considerations
Setting up a home office
Traveling with the computer
Preparing the computer
What to take with you
Special considerations
Traveling internationally with your computer
Preparing the computer
What to take with you
Special considerations
Software
System software
Launch Manager
BIOS Setup Utility
Troubleshooting
Frequently asked questions
Requesting service
International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
Before you call
Appendix B Notices
FCC notice
Modem notices
Telecommunications notices
Important safety instructions
Laser compliance statement
Lithium battery statement
The Aspire 1450 series uses the lithium battery, models SQ-1100 and SQU-202 only.
LCD pixel statement
Macrovision copyright protection notice
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our Aspire 1450 seri
es notebook computer
operates on battery or AC power
.
This chapter provides information for
operating on battery power
, as well as
information on how
your computer
manages and saves power
.
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