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III. Buttons & Functions
Section III. of this guide defines each button and function of ActiveSpeed. It isn't necessary that you read this section but you may want to go over it to help you familiarize yourself with the program.
 You can skip this section and go right to Section IV. Speed Modes Up Close by clicking here.
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7. Introduction - Main Console
To the right is a picture of ActiveSpeed's main console window. This is what you will see after you have opened ActiveSpeed and signed in.
The first thing that you are most likely to notice is the area with the three colored meters bouncing up and down measuring your Internet activity.
1. Boost Meter
The first bar, the Boost Meter, is an indicator that your optimization was successful. When it reaches the top, your Internet has been fully optimized. It is also a reminder for when to re-optimize. When you see it drop, you may want to optimize your Internet again and make sure your boost settings are at their optimal levels.
2. Receive Meter
The Receive Meter indicates incoming data to your computer from the Internet (or a LAN). You would receive data whenever you download files, browse the web, use your email, etc. The more you are downloading, the higher you will see this meter rise and the more frequently you will see it bounce up and down! You will sometimes see this meter indicate activity when you are idle as ActiveSpeed can even recognize and boost normal background Internet usage.
 3. Send Meter Meter
Just like the Receive Meter, the Send Meter detects Internet activity. However, it detects data coming from your computer and moving out to the Internet (or LAN). You will notice this meter move mostly when uploading files or sending email.
Additionally, the ActiveSpeed icon in your system tray will reflect your Internet activity.
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The big X at the top-right corner of the main console will close the main console window. Note: ActiveSpeed is still running! You should still see the ActiveSpeed icon in your system tray (where your system clock is). Closing the main console window will not shut down or disable ActiveSpeed; feel free to close this window to end clutter.
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The "red tack" button will allow you to keep the ActiveSpeed console window on top of your other windows so you don't lose it. Simply click this toggle button again to restore ActiveSpeed's window level placement capabilities.
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 This button will open a network monitor window. As the monitor slowly scrolls, your bandwidth usage will be graphed.
The green line represents sent data while the blue line represents data received.
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Click on this button to open the Speed Manager Window. You will need to open the Speed Manager Window to optimize your Internet.
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From time to time, Ascentive customers will be able to take advantage of customer-only discounts and special offers. Click this button to see what you qualify for!
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Click the ? icon to open up the ActiveSpeed Manuals. You're there right now!
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Lastly, the Arrow icon will move your ActiveSpeed main console window to the very bottom-right of your screen. This is just a fast and easy method to move it out of the way.
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