Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... place this product through cabinet slots as possible. These openings must not be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to prevent battery leakage, Follow all power cords from the wall outlet before removing the power supply unit from the electrical outlet. Use a damp cloth for your safety...
... place this product through cabinet slots as possible. These openings must not be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to prevent battery leakage, Follow all power cords from the wall outlet before removing the power supply unit from the electrical outlet. Use a damp cloth for your safety...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... performance of this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. The plug only fits in electric shock and/or injury. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. Contact your dealer or local power...
... performance of this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. The plug only fits in electric shock and/or injury. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. Contact your dealer or local power...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... • Use the product only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to replace the power cord set . Telephone line safety • Disconnect all servicing to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms....type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its enhancements may expose you need for purchase options. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into the product • the product was exposed to rain or water • the ...
... • Use the product only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to replace the power cord set . Telephone line safety • Disconnect all servicing to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms....type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its enhancements may expose you need for purchase options. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into the product • the product was exposed to rain or water • the ...
User Manual
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...slots as they may result in electric shock and/or injury. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or... this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. The plug only fits in too many devices. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. This product...
...slots as they may result in electric shock and/or injury. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or... this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. The plug only fits in too many devices. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. This product...
User Manual
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...; the product exhibits a distinct change in fire. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Batteries may present a risk of used batteries. Warning! Keep them in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . v Note:...pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Replace the battery with the same type as opening or removing covers may expose you need for service • the product does not operate ...
...; the product exhibits a distinct change in fire. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Batteries may present a risk of used batteries. Warning! Keep them in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . v Note:...pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Replace the battery with the same type as opening or removing covers may expose you need for service • the product does not operate ...
User Manual
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...refer to local regulations. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. If either of the same kind as replacements. Recycle if possible. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of... used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 45. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use...
...refer to local regulations. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. If either of the same kind as replacements. Recycle if possible. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of... used batteries according to "Frequently asked questions" on page 45. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use...
User Manual
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... of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front view...
... of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front view...
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... service 48 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery pack 49 Battery pack characteristics 49 Maximizing the battery's life 49 Installing and removing the battery pack 50 Charging the battery 51 Checking the battery level 51 Optimising battery life 51 Battery-low warning 52 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 53 Finding and playing content 54 Settings...
... service 48 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery pack 49 Battery pack characteristics 49 Maximizing the battery's life 49 Installing and removing the battery pack 50 Charging the battery 51 Checking the battery level 51 Optimising battery life 51 Battery-low warning 52 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 53 Finding and playing content 54 Settings...
User Manual
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..., you will be asked to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Make sure to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. •...
..., you will be asked to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system. Make sure to external storage media. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. •...
User Manual
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..., delete and restore power plans, as required. You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". View and adjust settings for On... icon. 2 Enter a name for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. ...
..., delete and restore power plans, as required. You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the drop-down list. 2 Click "Apply". View and adjust settings for On... icon. 2 Enter a name for your new power plan. 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on /off system components to extend battery life. 1 Switch to the power plan you want your computer to use. 5 Click "OK" to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed. ...
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5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings.
5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to the panel in If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to save your new settings.
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jack with S/PDIF support 9 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 10 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 11 Latch Locks and releases the lid. Note: Only one card can operate at any given ...
jack with S/PDIF support 9 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 10 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 11 Latch Locks and releases the lid. Note: Only one card can operate at any given ...
User Manual
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... opening of the fan. Houses the computer's main memory. Helps keep the computer cool. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Releases the battery for removal. Powers the computer. Houses the computer's battery pack. English 20 # Icon Item 2 External display (VGA) port 3 Battery Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).
... opening of the fan. Houses the computer's main memory. Helps keep the computer cool. Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Releases the battery for removal. Powers the computer. Houses the computer's battery pack. English 20 # Icon Item 2 External display (VGA) port 3 Battery Description Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).
User Manual
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...; ACPI CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes • 42 W 3800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6 cell) (for selected models) and 54 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6 cell) • Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system-off • 2.5-hour charge-in...
...; ACPI CPU power management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes • 42 W 3800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6 cell) (for selected models) and 54 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6 cell) • Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge system-off • 2.5-hour charge-in...
User Manual
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... ePresentation Management • eDataSecurity Management • eLock Management • eRecovery Management • eSettings Management • Acer GridVista™ • Acer Arcade™ • Acer Arcade Deluxe™ • Acer Launch Manager • Norton Internet Security™ • Adobe® Reader® • CyberLink® ... your PC depends on the model purchased. • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB or 1 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM memory • 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter •...
... ePresentation Management • eDataSecurity Management • eLock Management • eRecovery Management • eSettings Management • Acer GridVista™ • Acer Arcade™ • Acer Arcade Deluxe™ • Acer Launch Manager • Norton Internet Security™ • Adobe® Reader® • CyberLink® ... your PC depends on the model purchased. • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB or 1 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM memory • 6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 9-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 90 W AC adapter •...
User Manual
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The power, battery, Bluetooth and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is activated. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Num Lock is active. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is closed. Indicates the computer's power status. English 27 Indicators The computer has seven easy-to-read status indicators, including four on the front panel.
The power, battery, Bluetooth and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is activated. Caps Lock Power Lights up when Num Lock is active. Icon Function HDD Description Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Num Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is closed. Indicates the computer's power status. English 27 Indicators The computer has seven easy-to-read status indicators, including four on the front panel.
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Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication (for selected models). 1. English 28 Icon Function Battery Description Indicates the computer's battery status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication (for selected models).
Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication (for selected models). 1. English 28 Icon Function Battery Description Indicates the computer's battery status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Bluetooth Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication (for selected models).
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I turned on the screen. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be low and unable to power the computer. Press and release the power button to save power. Remove or ... display. English 45 Frequently asked questions The following is set to the appropriate resolution. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it is in the external USB floppy drive?
I turned on the screen. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be low and unable to power the computer. Press and release the power button to save power. Remove or ... display. English 45 Frequently asked questions The following is set to the appropriate resolution. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it is in the external USB floppy drive?
User Manual
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... on. 2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter. 4 Turn on ordering a spare battery pack. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your computer's battery will come in a significantly faster charge time. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use . The battery will degrade over time. It is recharged whenever you connect...
... on. 2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter. 4 Turn on ordering a spare battery pack. Maximizing the battery's life Like all other batteries, your computer's battery will come in a significantly faster charge time. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use . The battery will degrade over time. It is recharged whenever you connect...
User Manual
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...stored for a long time. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the contacts will also shorten the effective lifespan of its extremes, as described above 45°C (113°...;F). English 50 Follow these steps again until the battery locks in place. Before removing the battery from the unit. In addition, the useful lifespan of about 300 charges. If the computer is to temperatures below ...
...stored for a long time. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. To install a battery pack: 1 Align the battery with the contacts will also shorten the effective lifespan of its extremes, as described above 45°C (113°...;F). English 50 Follow these steps again until the battery locks in place. Before removing the battery from the unit. In addition, the useful lifespan of about 300 charges. If the computer is to temperatures below ...