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Aspire 3 A325-42

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  • Page 1 User Manual Aspire 3 A325-42...
  • Page 2 About this Concise User Guide This quick guide is a brief introduction to getting your system started. This is a supplement, and not a substitute for the expanded English language User’s Manual in Adobe Acrobat format on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc supplied with your computer.
  • Page 3 Instructions for Care and Operation Safety Information • Only use an AC/DC adapter approved for use with this computer. The computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To pre- • Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. vent this, follow these suggestions: Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
  • Page 4 Model Differences Polymer/Lithium-Ion Battery Precautions Note the following information which is specific to Polymer/ This notebook series includes different models that vary Lithium-Ion batteries only, and where applicable, this over- slightly in design style, color and general appearance. rides the general battery precaution information. Note that though your computer may look slightly differ- •...
  • Page 5 System Startup 1. Remove all packing materials. 2. Place the computer on a stable surface. 3. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the computer (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports. 4. When first setting up the computer use the following procedure (as to safeguard the computer during shipping, the battery will be locked to not power the system until first connected to the AC/DC adapter and initially set up as below):...
  • Page 6 System Map: Front View with Display Open ③ ② ③ ① Figure 2 - Front View with Display Open 1. Webcam 2. *Webcam LED *When the camera is in use, the LED will be illuminated. ④ (39.62cm) 15.6" 3. Built-In Microphone 4.
  • Page 7 LED Indicators The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer. Icon Color Description Blue The Computer is On or in Sleep Mode When the Caps Lock key is pressed, it lights up to indicate keyboard input is uppercase.
  • Page 8 Keyboard Your notebook comes with a keyboard. The keyboard has a numeric keypad for easy numeric data input. Pressing Num Lk turns on/off the numeric keypad. It also features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly. Function Keys Numeric Keypad Windows...
  • Page 9 Function Keys & Visual Indicators The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down. In addition to the basic function key combinations, some visual indicators are available when the Control Center driver is installed. Keys Function/Visual Indicators Keys...
  • Page 10 Keyboard Your notebook comes with a keyboard. The keyboard has a numeric keypad for easy numeric data input. Pressing Num Lk turns on/off the numeric keypad. It also features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly. Function Keys Numeric Keypad Windows...
  • Page 11 Function Keys & Visual Indicators The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down. In addition to the basic function key combinations, some visual indicators are available when the Control Center driver is installed.
  • Page 12 System Map: Left & Right Views Figure 5 Left & Right Views Left 1. MicroSD Card Reader 2. 2-In-1 Audio Jack (Headphone /Microphone) 3. USB 2.0 Port 4.USB 3.0 Port 5.Security Lock Slot 6.DC-In jack Right 7. HDMI Port 8.USB 3.0 port 9.TYPE-C jack ...
  • Page 13 System Map: Bottom Views Figure 6 Bottom Views 1. Vent ① 2. SSD cover ②  Bottom Cover Removal Warning Do not remove any cover(s) and/or screw(s) for the purpos- es of device upgrade as this may violate the terms of your warranty.
  • Page 14 Control Center Run the Control Center from the Start menu in Windows . You can also double-click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar to access the Control Center. The Control Center provides quick access to Power Modes, Fan settings, configuration and the Flexikey appli-cation.
  • Page 15 Windows 11 Start Menu, Context Menu, Taskbar, Control Panel and Settings Figure 7 Most of the apps, control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 11 can be Start Menu, Context Menu, accessed from the Start Menu by clicking the icon in the taskbar in the lower Taskbar, Con- left corner of the screen (or by pressing the Windows Logo Key...
  • Page 16 Display Devices Note that you can use external displays connected to the . To access the Display control panel in Windows: HDMI-Out port. See your dis-play device manual to see which formats are supported. 1. Right-click the desktop and select Display settings from the Configuring the Displays in Windows All external and internal displays (up to 3 active displays) menu.
  • Page 17 To configure the displays using the Display control panel: Audio Features 1. Attach your external display( s) to the appropriate port, and turn You can configure the audio options on your computer it(them) on. from the Sound control panel in Windows. Access the 2.
  • Page 18 Power & battery The Power & battery control panel allows you to quickly adjust power options for Screen and sleep, Power mode, Battery saver and Battery usage etc. Access the Power & battery control panel via the Settings (System > Power & battery) item in the Start menu.
  • Page 19 Wireless LAN Module (Option) Bluetooth Module (Option) Make sure the Wireless LAN module is turned on (and not Make sure the Bluetooth module is turned on (and not in in Airplane Mode ) before configuration begins. Airplane Mode) before configuration begins. WLAN Configuration in Windows Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 1.
  • Page 20 FCC Warning Statement Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.