Acer Aspire 5235 Service Guide
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Chapter 111 Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock Keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the key caps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys. Lock keyDescription Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Num Lock + When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The keys function as a calculator (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. NOTE: + works only for certain models. Scroll Lock + When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some applications. Desired accessNum Lock onNum Lock off Number keys on embedded keypadType numbers in a normal manner. Cursor-control keys on embedded keypadHold while using cursor- control keys.Hold while using cursor- control keys. Main keyboard keys Hold while typing letters on embedded keypad.Type the letters in a normal manner.
12Chapter 1 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. KeyDescription Windows keyPressed 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: < >: Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if youre not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to the desktop < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D < > + : Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar + < > + : Search for computers (if you are on a network) + < > + : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as described. Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the applications context menu.
Chapter 113 Hot Keys The computer employs hotkeys 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 hotkey combination. HotkeyIconFunctionDescription + Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys. + Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. + Acer ePower ManagementLaunches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. + Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode. + Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. + Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return. + Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness. + < > Volume up Increases the sound volume (only for certain models). + < > Volume down Decreases the sound volume (only for certain models).
14Chapter 1 Special Key (only for certain models) You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1.Open a text editor or word processor. 2.Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/ typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1.Open a text editor or word processor. 2.Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. NOTE: This function varies according to the language settings.
Chapter 115 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Activated by pressing the Empowering Key, it provides access to the following utilities: NOTE: The following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. •Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby Home Theater on your system (only for certain models). •Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. •Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption (only for certain models). •Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. •Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. For more information, right-click on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then select Help. For help with a particular utility, launch the utility and click the icon at the bottom of the active window. Launching Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology: 1.Press the Empowering Key to display the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar on the desktop. 2.To hide the toolbar, press the Empowering Key again or click the hide button on the toolbar. You may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu, or by double-clicking the icon if you have created a desktop shortcut. To launch Acer Empowering Technology applications: 1.On the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar, click the icon that corresponds to the application you want to launch. 2.When you mouse over an application icon, a quick menu appears below the toolbar. The quick menu allows you to perform certain tasks simply and quickly. 3.You may also run the application by selecting it from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu. NOTE: You may also double-click or right-click to run Acer eAudio Management, and right-click to run Acer ePower Management from the system tray.
16Chapter 1 Empowering Technology password You must set the Empowering Technology password to use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Management to protect your data. To set the Empowering Technology password: 1.Launch Acer eRecovery Management. 2.Click the Restore tab. 3.Click Password settings. The Empowering Technology Password Center dialogue box pops up. 4.Click Create a new password. 5.In the Create a New Password dialogue box, key in and confirm your password in the appropriate boxes. Your password should have a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 characters. 6.Enter a password hint that will help you remember your password. 7.Make sure the box Use for Acer eRecovery Management is checked. 8.Click OK to set the password.
Chapter 117 Acer eAudio Management (only for certain models) Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby Home Theater on your system. Select Movie or Game mode to experience the awesome realism of 5.1-channel audio output from the speakers fitted to your system via Dolby Surround sound technology. Music mode lets you enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail. To choose your playback device, click the icon on the upper right side of the Acer eAudio Management window.
18Chapter 1 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management options. To access this utility, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower Management utility, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Power Options. You can also create customized power plans. You can create, switch between, edit, delete and restore power plans, as described below. To create a new power plan: Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options. 1.Click the New power plan option or icon . 2.Enter a name for your new power plan. 3.Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on. 4.If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation settings you want your computer to use. 5.Click OK to save your new power plan. To switch between power plans: 1.Move your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar. The quick menu appears. Select the power plan you want to switch to. 2.You may also switch between power plans by launching the Acer ePower Management application. Select the power plan you wish to switch to, then click Apply. To edit a power plan: Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness, CPU speed and Graphics power mode (only for certain models). 1.Switch to the power plan you wish to edit. 2.Adjust settings as required. 3.Click Apply or Save to save your new settings. NOTE: You can revert to the default settings of the predefined power plans by clicking the Restore button. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using. The active power plan will mark with in upper left corner of power plan icon. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1.Select the power plan you wish to delete. 2.Click the Delete this plan icon. NOTE: You cannot delete the predefined power plans, but you can modify the settings of the predefined power plans.
Chapter 119 Battery status 1.The quick menu shows the remaining battery life based on current usage. 2.You can also launch the Acer ePower Management application and refer to the Battery status panel located just below the power plans. 3.Click the Battery tab to view remaining battery life, battery status, and remaining battery life in standby and hibernate modes. Acer eDataSecurity Management (only for certain models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook. On first use, the Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you to create the Master Password. You will use this password to access the Personal Secure Disk (PSD). The Master Password may also be used to encrypt/decrypt files by default.
20Chapter 1 If you set a different password to encrypt a file, but you forgot the encryption password, you can use the Master Password to decrypt the file. NOTE: The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it. If you lose the password, the Master Password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. If you lose both passwords, there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file! Be sure to safeguard all related passwords! Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. It allows you to create full or incremental backups, burn the factory default image to optical disc, and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. By default, user-created backups are stored to the D: drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: •Backup: