Acer Aspire 3510 Service Guide
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14Chapter 1 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 letters in a normal manner. Desired action Num Lock on Num Lock off Fn
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. IconItemDescription Caps Lock activity Lights when Caps Lock is activated. Num Lock activiy Lights when Num Lock is activated. Media activity Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is active. Icon Function Description
16Chapter 1 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 (undoes the minimize all windows action) + R (opens the Run dialog box) Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application’s context menu. Key Description Tab E F M Shift M R
18Chapter 1 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 dollar Note: Launch key Default application
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 ePowerManagement in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering Key. Fn-F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Fn-F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both the display screen and external monitor. Fn-F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return. Fn-F7 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Fn-F8 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. Fn+wVolume up Increases the sound volume. Fn+yVolume down Decreases the sound volume. Fn+xBrightness up Increases the screen brightness. Fn+zBrightness down Decreases the screen brightness. Fn Hot key Icon Function Description Fn-F1 Fn-F2 Fn-F3 Fn-F4 Fn-F5 Fn-F6
20Chapter 1 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 press the dollar sign at the upper-center of the keyboard. Fn-F7 Fn-F8 Fn- Fn- Fn- Fn- Fn-Home Hot key Icon Function Description
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.
22Chapter 1 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 ePowerManagementIt provides a central location from where to control all your PC’s power schemes and maximise battery life. Acer eRecovery It backs up your files preventing data loss in the event of a system crash.“Launch keys” on page 20 Acer eSetting Acer ePresentation Acer ePowerManagement Acer eRecovery “Launch keys” on page 20 Acer eSetting Acer ePresentation Acer ePowerManagement Acer eRecovery “Launch keys” on page 20 Acer eSetting Acer ePresentation Acer ePowerManagement Acer eRecovery “Launch keys” on page 20 Acer eSetting Acer ePresentation Acer ePowerManagement Acer eRecovery
Chapter 123 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