Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. All correspondence concerning your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. No part of this publication without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Copyright© 2009 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Changes may be made...
... should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. All correspondence concerning your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. No part of this publication without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Copyright© 2009 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Changes may be made...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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..., or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning. If the product falls, it from the power supplies. iii Information for cleaning. When you plug the power cord into is provided. •...
..., or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning. If the product falls, it from the power supplies. iii Information for cleaning. When you plug the power cord into is provided. •...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... power cord. Safe listening Follow these instructions, suggested by hearing experts,to block out noisy surroundings. • Turn the volume down if you can't hear people speaking near you. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from unexpected noise produced by plugging...
... power cord. Safe listening Follow these instructions, suggested by hearing experts,to block out noisy surroundings. • Turn the volume down if you can't hear people speaking near you. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from unexpected noise produced by plugging...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Dispose of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to dangerous voltage points or other risks. For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to this product yourself, as opening or removing covers...
... servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Dispose of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to dangerous voltage points or other risks. For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to this product yourself, as opening or removing covers...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment. Acer is ENERGY STAR? Acer is committed to local, state or federal laws. vi Disposal instructions Do not throw this product...
... electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment. Acer is ENERGY STAR? Acer is committed to local, state or federal laws. vi Disposal instructions Do not throw this product...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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..."sleep" mode. Observe the following section provides tips for comfortable use Computer users may lead to Acer system with an ENERGY STAR sticker. marks Tips and information for more than 80% energy at risk of physical injury after 15 and 30 minute of working ... tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after long hours of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long ...
..."sleep" mode. Observe the following section provides tips for comfortable use Computer users may lead to Acer system with an ENERGY STAR sticker. marks Tips and information for more than 80% energy at risk of physical injury after 15 and 30 minute of working ... tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after long hours of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long ...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows...
... room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... and servicing 7 To clean your computer and keyboard 7 To clean your pointing device 7 To clean your monitor 8 When to know before setup 2 Selecting a location 2 Opening the package 2 Connecting peripherals 3 Starting your computer 3 Shutting down your computer 3 System upgrade 4 Opening the computer 4 Setting up new components 4 Frequently asked questions 5 Taking care of Conformity 15 Contents Information for your safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional...
... and servicing 7 To clean your computer and keyboard 7 To clean your pointing device 7 To clean your monitor 8 When to know before setup 2 Selecting a location 2 Opening the package 2 Connecting peripherals 3 Starting your computer 3 Shutting down your computer 3 System upgrade 4 Opening the computer 4 Setting up new components 4 Frequently asked questions 5 Taking care of Conformity 15 Contents Information for your safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... Speaker or headphone jack 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port Copy button (selected models only) Media navigation interface (selected models only) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector IEEE 1394/FireWire jack (selected models only) Backup button (selected models only) Removable hard drivecarriers (selected models only) S/PDIF port (selected models only) PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack Serial port (selected models...
... Speaker or headphone jack 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port Copy button (selected models only) Media navigation interface (selected models only) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector IEEE 1394/FireWire jack (selected models only) Backup button (selected models only) Removable hard drivecarriers (selected models only) S/PDIF port (selected models only) PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack Serial port (selected models...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... power cord or other cords may vary by models). Setting up your computer English Note: The specifications listed above are for later use. The exact configuration of -the-art bus architecture, which improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software applications. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. Opening...
... power cord or other cords may vary by models). Setting up your computer English Note: The specifications listed above are for later use. The exact configuration of -the-art bus architecture, which improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software applications. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. Opening...
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... USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for Microsoft® Windows® Vista / Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use your computer according to the system. Once the start your...
... USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for Microsoft® Windows® Vista / Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use your computer according to the system. Once the start your...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your computer English In the event of the system for four seconds. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to shut off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD write (selected models only)r • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI...
... authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your computer English In the event of the system for four seconds. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to shut off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD write (selected models only)r • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... original default factory settings. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to the situation. Q: The printer does not work. If the LED is not lit, no power is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on . Q: Nothing appears on the rear panel...
... original default factory settings. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to the situation. Q: The printer does not work. If the LED is not lit, no power is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on . Q: Nothing appears on the rear panel...
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... option. Q: No sound comes out from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your drive by using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is clean and not scratched. • Check your computer, the internal...
... option. Q: No sound comes out from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your drive by using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is clean and not scratched. • Check your computer, the internal...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... ball back and replace the cover. When to the documentation that you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If your problem is not listed in your monitor. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your mouse for information on...
... ball back and replace the cover. When to the documentation that you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If your problem is not listed in your monitor. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your mouse for information on...
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... and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. English English 9 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for DVI output. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with...
... and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. English English 9 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for DVI output. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with...
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... an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. In the event of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. If the problem is causing the problem. English English 11 Your telephone company may make changes in the first instance. Notice for single terminal connection to determine if it is...
... an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. In the event of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. If the problem is causing the problem. English English 11 Your telephone company may make changes in the first instance. Notice for single terminal connection to determine if it is...
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... no guarantee that Telecom lines will work correctly in such circumstances. 3 Some parameters required for connection to its network. Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is available for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing...
... no guarantee that Telecom lines will work correctly in such circumstances. 3 Some parameters required for connection to its network. Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is available for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing...
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...OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS. VARO! APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE. Reverse engineering or disassembly is located on the drive. The CD or DVD drive...audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I ADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. and 6,516,132." Radio device...CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision,...
...OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS. VARO! APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE. Reverse engineering or disassembly is located on the drive. The CD or DVD drive...audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I ADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. and 6,516,132." Radio device...CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision,...
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... interference with Part 15 of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this declaration: Product: Model number: Name of the device. Also any interference received, including interference that the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. 2 High power radar...
... interference with Part 15 of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this declaration: Product: Model number: Name of the device. Also any interference received, including interference that the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. 2 High power radar...