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...with respect to their respective companies. The serial number and model number are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are indicated on the label affixed to notify any means, electronically, mechanically, by ...model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. Copyright© 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in new editions of this...
...with respect to their respective companies. The serial number and model number are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are indicated on the label affixed to notify any means, electronically, mechanically, by ...model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. Copyright© 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in new editions of this...
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Contents System tour 1 Front panel 1 Rear panel 1 System features 2 Performance 2 Multimedia 2 Connectivity 2 System peripherals 2 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) 3 Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) 3 Speakers 3 Setting up your computer 4 Necessary to know before setup 4 Selecting a location 4 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 5 Starting your computer 5 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 6 Opening the computer 6 Setting up new components 6 Troubleshooting 7 Taking care of your computer 9 Important tips 9 ...
Contents System tour 1 Front panel 1 Rear panel 1 System features 2 Performance 2 Multimedia 2 Connectivity 2 System peripherals 2 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) 3 Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) 3 Speakers 3 Setting up your computer 4 Necessary to know before setup 4 Selecting a location 4 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 5 Starting your computer 5 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 6 Opening the computer 6 Setting up new components 6 Troubleshooting 7 Taking care of your computer 9 Important tips 9 ...
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Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE AT WWW.EIAE.ORG. USA For electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle it. FOR LAMP-SPECIFIC DISPOSAL INFORMATION, CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG. English NoticesD Disposal instructions .
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE AT WWW.EIAE.ORG. USA For electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle it. FOR LAMP-SPECIFIC DISPOSAL INFORMATION, CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG. English NoticesD Disposal instructions .
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English 1 System tour Your computer consists of the following: Front panel Icon Description Power button Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack Icon Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port IEEE 1394 port (selected models only) Rear panel Icon Description Icon PS/2 keyboard connector Description PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector Serial port (selected models only) USB port Microphone-in jack RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack Line-out / Speaker-out jack ...
English 1 System tour Your computer consists of the following: Front panel Icon Description Power button Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack Icon Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port IEEE 1394 port (selected models only) Rear panel Icon Description Icon PS/2 keyboard connector Description PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector Serial port (selected models only) USB port Microphone-in jack RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack Line-out / Speaker-out jack ...
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... port • USB 2.0 ports (two front, others rear) • High-speed V.92, 56K fax/data modem (optional) • Ultra-fast Ethernet connection System peripherals The Aspire series computer consists of the system itself and system peripherals, like a mouse, keyboard, and a set of basic system peripherals.
... port • USB 2.0 ports (two front, others rear) • High-speed V.92, 56K fax/data modem (optional) • Ultra-fast Ethernet connection System peripherals The Aspire series computer consists of the system itself and system peripherals, like a mouse, keyboard, and a set of basic system peripherals.
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Note: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary. English 3 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse. Connect the mouse to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of the ...
Note: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary. English 3 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse. Connect the mouse to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of the ...
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...174; XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use. 4 Setting up your computer The Aspire series is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an Intel® CPU. Setting up your computer: • Do not place the system too close... are optional and the appearance might be stepped on. • Avoid placing the system in front and one on the actual product. Your Aspire series has standard I /O ports. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network...
...174; XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use. 4 Setting up your computer The Aspire series is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an Intel® CPU. Setting up your computer: • Do not place the system too close... are optional and the appearance might be stepped on. • Avoid placing the system in front and one on the actual product. Your Aspire series has standard I /O ports. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network...
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.... 2 Turn on the front of the system for four seconds. English 5 Ensure that all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Aspire series • PS/2 or USB keyboard (manufacturing option) • PS/2 or USB mouse (manufacturing option) • Speakers (selected models only) • User's Guide and Starter...
.... 2 Turn on the front of the system for four seconds. English 5 Ensure that all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Aspire series • PS/2 or USB keyboard (manufacturing option) • PS/2 or USB mouse (manufacturing option) • Speakers (selected models only) • User's Guide and Starter...
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...• Slide the panel back and off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to the instructions provided with Aspire series computers. Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card Expand high-level memory - Before you choose new... components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your new components. 6 Setting up new components You can also upgrade the components of your Aspire series system quickly and easily by adding components. Opening the computer ...
...• Slide the panel back and off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to the instructions provided with Aspire series computers. Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card Expand high-level memory - Before you choose new... components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your new components. 6 Setting up new components You can also upgrade the components of your Aspire series system quickly and easily by adding components. Opening the computer ...
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A: Check the LED located above the power switch. Do any key to turn the display back on the printer. • For additional information concerning the printer, refer to the correct voltage. • Check if you have properly plugged the power cable into an electrical outlet. • If you are possible situations that it with a system floppy disk and press + + to save power. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to restart your computer. If pressing a key does not work . Q: The printer does not work , restart your computer. English 7 ...
A: Check the LED located above the power switch. Do any key to turn the display back on the printer. • For additional information concerning the printer, refer to the correct voltage. • Check if you have properly plugged the power cable into an electrical outlet. • If you are possible situations that it with a system floppy disk and press + + to save power. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to restart your computer. If pressing a key does not work . Q: The printer does not work , restart your computer. English 7 ...
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You can also press the volume control/mute knob on it. Caution: If you reformat a floppy disk, you will lose all data on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are using the correct type of media. • Check if the floppy disk is formatted correctly. Q: System cannot write to the line-out jack of floppy disk. A: Check the following: • Make sure the media is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good floppy disk, CD or DVD, there may...
You can also press the volume control/mute knob on it. Caution: If you reformat a floppy disk, you will lose all data on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are using the correct type of media. • Check if the floppy disk is formatted correctly. Q: System cannot write to the line-out jack of floppy disk. A: Check the following: • Make sure the media is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good floppy disk, CD or DVD, there may...
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Do not place it . Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Important tips • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on top of it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields. ...
Do not place it . Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Important tips • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on top of it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields. ...
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... your mouse for maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact a service technician • If you keep your screen clean. You may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. To clean your optical mouse For users of...
... your mouse for maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact a service technician • If you keep your screen clean. You may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. To clean your optical mouse For users of...
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Declaration of conformity for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for cleaning. 3 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Important safety instructions Read these ... devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with FCC regulations. English 11 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an Energy Partner, Acer Inc., has determined that this personal computer is likely to result in compliance with the essential requirements and other computing devices must be made using...
Declaration of conformity for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for cleaning. 3 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Important safety instructions Read these ... devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with FCC regulations. English 11 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an Energy Partner, Acer Inc., has determined that this personal computer is likely to result in compliance with the essential requirements and other computing devices must be made using...
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These openings must not be blocked by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of any kind onto or into the product. 10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in damage and will walk on the cord. 8 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that are covered by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other risks. Never spill liquid of any kind into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. 9 Never push objects of other controls may expose you are not ...
These openings must not be blocked by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of any kind onto or into the product. 10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in damage and will walk on the cord. 8 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that are covered by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other risks. Never spill liquid of any kind into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. 9 Never push objects of other controls may expose you are not ...
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Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). 13 Always disconnect all telephone lines from lightning. 15. English 13 certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. There may be a remote risk of the case. Regarding the standards of workstations regulations, do not place the model in the visual field of the user, because of the glossy front of electric shock from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment. 14 Avoid using a telephone line (other than the cordless type) during an electrical storm.
Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). 13 Always disconnect all telephone lines from lightning. 15. English 13 certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. There may be a remote risk of the case. Regarding the standards of workstations regulations, do not place the model in the visual field of the user, because of the glossy front of electric shock from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment. 14 Avoid using a telephone line (other than the cordless type) during an electrical storm.
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AS/NZS CISPR 22: 2002: Limits and methods of measurement of radio interference characteristics of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. English 16 Declaration of conformity for harmonics current emissions Results Pass limits and... 1998/A1: 2001; immunity characteristics -- AS/NZS CISPR 24: 1997: Information technology equipment - Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221 Taipei, Taiwan Personal computer Aspire series Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards: EN55022:1998/A1: 2000;
AS/NZS CISPR 22: 2002: Limits and methods of measurement of radio interference characteristics of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. English 16 Declaration of conformity for harmonics current emissions Results Pass limits and... 1998/A1: 2001; immunity characteristics -- AS/NZS CISPR 24: 1997: Information technology equipment - Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221 Taipei, Taiwan Personal computer Aspire series Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards: EN55022:1998/A1: 2000;
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...A1: 2001/ AS/NZS 61000.3.3: 1998 Limits for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable rules under...Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for voltage fluctuations and flicker in force to comply with the requirements. Easy Lai, Director Acer Incorporated This equipment has been approved by conformity with the following harmonized standard: EN60950: 2000 3rd: Safety of the same equipment will...
...A1: 2001/ AS/NZS 61000.3.3: 1998 Limits for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable rules under...Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for voltage fluctuations and flicker in force to comply with the requirements. Easy Lai, Director Acer Incorporated This equipment has been approved by conformity with the following harmonized standard: EN60950: 2000 3rd: Safety of the same equipment will...
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... operation. 18 Federal Communications Comission declaration of conformity English This device complies with Part 15 of responsible party: Contact person: Tel: Fax: Personal computer Aspire series Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 USA Mr. Young Kim 408-922-2909 408-922-2606 Operation is subject to the following...
... operation. 18 Federal Communications Comission declaration of conformity English This device complies with Part 15 of responsible party: Contact person: Tel: Fax: Personal computer Aspire series Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 USA Mr. Young Kim 408-922-2909 408-922-2606 Operation is subject to the following...