Acer Aspire 1690 Service Guide

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Embedded Numeric Keypad
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters 
located on the right-hand side of the keycaps.           
 
Desired actionNum Lock onNum Lock off
Number keys on 
embedded 
keypadType numbers in a normal manner
Cursor-control 
keys on 
embedded 
keypadHold Shift while using cursor-control keys. Hold Fn while using cursor-control 
keys.
Main keyboard 
keysHold Fn while typing letters on embedded keypad. Type the...

Chapter 115
Indicators
Your computer provides an array of three indicators located above the keyboard, in addition to four
indicators positioned at the front of the palm rest area. These indicators show the status of the computer
and its componetns.                                                                               
The three indicators located above the keyboard provide the following status information:
NOTE: The keypad lock must be turned on to use the embedded numeric keypad....

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In addition, there are two indicators at the front panel. Even when the cover is closed, the state or features can 
still be seen.
IconItemDescription
Power  Lights when the computer is on.
1.Charging: the light shows amber 
when the battery is charging. 
2.Fully charged: light shows green 
when in AC mode.
Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged.
Icon Function Description 

Chapter 117
Windows Keys
The keyboard features two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
KeyDescription
Windows logo key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the 
Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be 
used with other keys to provide a variety of functions:
+ Tab (Activates the next Taskbar button)
+  E (Opens the My Computer window)
+ F1 (opens Help and Support)
+  F (opens the Find: All Files dialog box)
+  M (minimizes all windows)
+ j    + M...

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Launch Keys
Located above the keyboard are three buttons. The left-most button is the power button. To the right of the 
power button are the two launch keys. They are de signated as the Empowering Key and a programmable 
button.
Launch KeyDefault Application
e Acer eManager application (user-programmable)
p User-programmable
Mail Email application (User-programmable)
Web browser Internet browser ap plication (User-programmable)
Launch key Default application
Euro
Alt Gr Euro
 dollar
Alt Gr...

Chapter 119
Hot Keys
The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen 
brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the  key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination.
Hot KeyFunctionDescription
Fn-F1  Hot key help Displays help on hot keys.
Fn-F2 Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSetting in the Acer eManager 
set by the Acer Empowering Key.  
Fn-F3 Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer...

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Special Keys
You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-centerand/or bottom-right of your keyboard. 
To  t y p e :
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
2.Either directly press the Euro symbol at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold Alt Gr and then press 
the Euro symbol at the upper-center of the keyboard.
The US dollar sign
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
2.Either directly press the dollar sign at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold Shift and then...

Chapter 121
Using a computer security lock
A security keylock notch, located on the rear of the computer, lets you connect a Kensington-compatible 
computer security lock.
Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked 
drawer. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the ke y to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also 
available. 

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Using System Utilities
Acer eManager
Innovative Acer eManagement software is designed for easy access to frequently used functions. At the press 
of Acer Empowering Key, the Acer eManager user interface appears, featuring four main settings -- Acer 
eSetting, Acer ePresentation, Acer ePowerManagement and Acer eRecovery.
IconItemDescription
Acer eSetting It is an easy way to manage the settings and security 
of your PC.
Acer ePresentation It takes the hassle out of making presentations.
Acer...

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Launch Manager 
Launch Manager allows you to set the two launch keys located above the keyboard. 
You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start
the application.
Start
All Programs Launch Manager