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... will often require extensive work by other risks. Product servicing Do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. Using a power outlet that are used, the load should not...
... will often require extensive work by other risks. Product servicing Do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. Using a power outlet that are used, the load should not...
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... 41 Connecting a monitor 42 Connecting the power cable 43 Turning on your computer 44 Turning off your computer 44 Connecting options 45 Connecting your printer 45 Connecting the modem (optional) 46 Connecting to the network 46 Connecting multimedia devices 47 Connecting USB devices 49 4 Upgrading your computer 51 Installation precautions 53 ESD precautions 53 Preinstallation instructions 53 Post-installation instructions 54 Opening your computer 3900Pro 55 To remove the computer cover 55 To replace the computer cover 56 Opening your Veriton...
... 41 Connecting a monitor 42 Connecting the power cable 43 Turning on your computer 44 Turning off your computer 44 Connecting options 45 Connecting your printer 45 Connecting the modem (optional) 46 Connecting to the network 46 Connecting multimedia devices 47 Connecting USB devices 49 4 Upgrading your computer 51 Installation precautions 53 ESD precautions 53 Preinstallation instructions 53 Post-installation instructions 54 Opening your computer 3900Pro 55 To remove the computer cover 55 To replace the computer cover 56 Opening your Veriton...
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... Replacing the Veriton 69/7900Pro's hard disk 67 Installing an expansion card 68 5 System utilities 69 Adobe Reader 71 NTI CD&DVD-Maker (for models with CD or DVD Burner) 72 PowerDVD (for models with DVD) 74 How do I open and watch a DVD? 74 BIOS utility 75 Reinstalling programs 75 Recovering your system 76 Using backup (Windows XP only) 82 How do I back up files from my hard drive? 82 Disk defragmenter (Windows...
... Replacing the Veriton 69/7900Pro's hard disk 67 Installing an expansion card 68 5 System utilities 69 Adobe Reader 71 NTI CD&DVD-Maker (for models with CD or DVD Burner) 72 PowerDVD (for models with DVD) 74 How do I open and watch a DVD? 74 BIOS utility 75 Reinstalling programs 75 Recovering your system 76 Using backup (Windows XP only) 82 How do I back up files from my hard drive? 82 Disk defragmenter (Windows...
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... method to reset it features the following handy utilities: • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media and interfaces. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms. • Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. • Acer eAcoustics Management offers a useful tool to balance your computing power needs with your...
... method to reset it features the following handy utilities: • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media and interfaces. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms. • Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. • Acer eAcoustics Management offers a useful tool to balance your computing power needs with your...
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... USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable disk drives that can apply locks to any of DVD-ROM drives. • Floppy disk drives - 3.5-inch disks only. • Interfaces - includes any reboot necessary, and will immediately be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system. • Optical drive devices - Once set, you can be set first. includes serial port, parallel port, infrared (IR), and Bluetooth. To activate Acer eLock Management, a password...
... USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable disk drives that can apply locks to any of DVD-ROM drives. • Floppy disk drives - 3.5-inch disks only. • Interfaces - includes any reboot necessary, and will immediately be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system. • Optical drive devices - Once set, you can be set first. includes serial port, parallel port, infrared (IR), and Bluetooth. To activate Acer eLock Management, a password...
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... keyboard • One serial port (optional 2nd serial port connection) • One parallel port • One VGA port • Eight Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (four on the rear panel) • High-speed V.92, 56K fax/modem (manufacturing option) • Gigabit Ethernet LAN support with remote wake-up to 4 GB dual-channel memory • Power management function • CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo, DVD-Dual or DVD-Super multi drive • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Multimedia • High-definition audio...
... keyboard • One serial port (optional 2nd serial port connection) • One parallel port • One VGA port • Eight Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (four on the rear panel) • High-speed V.92, 56K fax/modem (manufacturing option) • Gigabit Ethernet LAN support with remote wake-up to 4 GB dual-channel memory • Power management function • CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo, DVD-Dual or DVD-Super multi drive • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Multimedia • High-definition audio...
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Note: Refer to the add-on the rear panel of your computer Connecting a monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor port (blue port) located on card and the onboard VGA will be connected to the monitor manual for additional instructions and information. 42 3 Setting up your computer . Note: When a VGA card is added to the PCI Express slot, the monitor should be disabled.
Note: Refer to the add-on the rear panel of your computer Connecting a monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor port (blue port) located on card and the onboard VGA will be connected to the monitor manual for additional instructions and information. 42 3 Setting up your computer . Note: When a VGA card is added to the PCI Express slot, the monitor should be disabled.
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Note: Consult your network setup. into the network port on how to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable. To do so, simply plug the network cable into their corresponding ports on the rear panel of Connecting to the network You can connect your computer to configure your network system administrator or operating system manual for information on the rear panel of your computer. 46 3 Setting up your computer Connecting the modem (optional) Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line and handset line your computer.
Note: Consult your network setup. into the network port on how to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable. To do so, simply plug the network cable into their corresponding ports on the rear panel of Connecting to the network You can connect your computer to configure your network system administrator or operating system manual for information on the rear panel of your computer. 46 3 Setting up your computer Connecting the modem (optional) Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line and handset line your computer.
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... USB, complex cable connections can be eliminated. 49 • Audio line-in jack jack) located on the rear panel of your computer (light blue Connecting USB devices Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus design capable of your computer without using up its resources. These ports support USB 2.0 high-performance external devices such as a digital camera, keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem. To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into any of the USB ports (black) located on the rear panel...
... USB, complex cable connections can be eliminated. 49 • Audio line-in jack jack) located on the rear panel of your computer (light blue Connecting USB devices Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus design capable of your computer without using up its resources. These ports support USB 2.0 high-performance external devices such as a digital camera, keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem. To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into any of the USB ports (black) located on the rear panel...
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... component connectors. 5 See the following sections for specific instructions on the component you start installing the components may cause serious damage. Always observe the following sections. Warning! Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections unless you read the following precautions before you install a computer component: 1 Do not remove a component from the power outlets. 2 Open your processor, disk drives, expansion boards...
... component connectors. 5 See the following sections for specific instructions on the component you start installing the components may cause serious damage. Always observe the following sections. Warning! Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections unless you read the following precautions before you install a computer component: 1 Do not remove a component from the power outlets. 2 Open your processor, disk drives, expansion boards...
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... qualified DIMM vendors. 60 4 Upgrading your computer Upgrading your computer Certain components of your computer are upgradeable, such as the one notch located toward the center of the module. 1 Remove the side panel. 2 Locate the DDR2 DIMM socket on the mainboard. However, for assistance. Installing additional memory The four 240-pin sockets on page 53 when installing or removing a computer component. This independence...
... qualified DIMM vendors. 60 4 Upgrading your computer Upgrading your computer Certain components of your computer are upgradeable, such as the one notch located toward the center of the module. 1 Remove the side panel. 2 Locate the DDR2 DIMM socket on the mainboard. However, for assistance. Installing additional memory The four 240-pin sockets on page 53 when installing or removing a computer component. This independence...
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To reconfigure your computer's hard disk: 1 Remove the computer cover (see page 55). 2 Detach all cables connected to the CD or DVD drive, the 3.5-inch floppy drive and hard disk. 62 4 Upgrading your computer into the socket, turn the DDR2 DIMM around and try to insert it . Replacing the Veriton 3900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of memory installed. Run the BIOS utility to replace your computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of it again.
To reconfigure your computer's hard disk: 1 Remove the computer cover (see page 55). 2 Detach all cables connected to the CD or DVD drive, the 3.5-inch floppy drive and hard disk. 62 4 Upgrading your computer into the socket, turn the DDR2 DIMM around and try to insert it . Replacing the Veriton 3900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of memory installed. Run the BIOS utility to replace your computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of it again.
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... drive rails you removed earlier and connect the power and hard disk cables to the new hard disk. 7 Reinstall the drive frame into the housing. Secure it (f). 6 Install the new hard disk into the housing. 8 Reattach the CD or DVD drive and the floppy drive cables. 64 4 Upgrading your computer 4 Pull out the drive rails that the other ends of the disk drive cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard. 9 Replace the computer cover...
... drive rails you removed earlier and connect the power and hard disk cables to the new hard disk. 7 Reinstall the drive frame into the housing. Secure it (f). 6 Install the new hard disk into the housing. 8 Reattach the CD or DVD drive and the floppy drive cables. 64 4 Upgrading your computer 4 Pull out the drive rails that the other ends of the disk drive cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard. 9 Replace the computer cover...
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Replacing the Veriton 5900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer with drive rails. 5 Reattach all cables connected to the hard disk and pull the hard disk out. 3 Remove the drive rails that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the housing opposite the selected empty slot. 5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging. 6 Align the card with the empty bracket and...
Replacing the Veriton 5900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer with drive rails. 5 Reattach all cables connected to the hard disk and pull the hard disk out. 3 Remove the drive rails that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the housing opposite the selected empty slot. 5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging. 6 Align the card with the empty bracket and...
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... selected empty slot. 5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging. 6 Align the card with the bracket lock you turn on page 59. When you removed earlier. 8 Replace the side panel. See "To replace the side panel" on the mainboard. 4 Replace the side panel. Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on page 59. 68 4 Upgrading your computer...
... selected empty slot. 5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging. 6 Align the card with the bracket lock you turn on page 59. When you removed earlier. 8 Replace the side panel. See "To replace the side panel" on the mainboard. 4 Replace the side panel. Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on page 59. 68 4 Upgrading your computer...
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... factory default settings or last system backup. One is from system's original settings and another is running the Power On Self Test (POST). After the POST runs, Press Alt + F10 combine key during BIOS to enter hidden partition. OBR works from system backup. You can press Alt + F10 after the BIOS finishes running will restore your current OS unstable or unusable. This utility has same password protection with Acer...
... factory default settings or last system backup. One is from system's original settings and another is running the Power On Self Test (POST). After the POST runs, Press Alt + F10 combine key during BIOS to enter hidden partition. OBR works from system backup. You can press Alt + F10 after the BIOS finishes running will restore your current OS unstable or unusable. This utility has same password protection with Acer...
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... system, see "Acer eRecovery Management" on the screen. Just press any key to save power. If yes, remove or replace it is set to the system. Insert the startup disk you created during the use of the computer is plugged in the floppy drive? However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you can restart your dealer or technical support center for assistance. I pressed the power switch but the system...
... system, see "Acer eRecovery Management" on the screen. Just press any key to save power. If yes, remove or replace it is set to the system. Insert the startup disk you created during the use of the computer is plugged in the floppy drive? However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you can restart your dealer or technical support center for assistance. I pressed the power switch but the system...
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... DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is crossed-out, click on the taskbar. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to the printer's documentation. If it is turned on. • Make sure the printer cable is connected securely to the system's parallel or USB port and the corresponding port on the hard disk...
... DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is crossed-out, click on the taskbar. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to the printer's documentation. If it is turned on. • Make sure the printer cable is connected securely to the system's parallel or USB port and the corresponding port on the hard disk...
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... the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment may give rise to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of the next call to another . 5 This equipment shall not be set to different numbers are dependent on local power, is connected to the same line as other equipment, may not provide for the effective hand-over of another device connected to operate within any 30...
... the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment may give rise to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of the next call to another . 5 This equipment shall not be set to different numbers are dependent on local power, is connected to the same line as other equipment, may not provide for the effective hand-over of another device connected to operate within any 30...
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... A accessing the online User's Guide 17 applications 71 B BIOS utility 75 C computer cover remove 57 replace 57 connecting options multimedia devices 47 audio line-in device 49 earphones/headphones 48 external speakers 47 microphone 47 network 45, 46 printer 45 serial mouse 46 USB devices 49 D disk drives CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive inserting CDs/DVDs 32 taking care CDs/DVDs 35 hard disk 35 F features 21 connectivity 21 multimedia 21 performance 21 Frequently-asked questions 87 blank screen 87...
... A accessing the online User's Guide 17 applications 71 B BIOS utility 75 C computer cover remove 57 replace 57 connecting options multimedia devices 47 audio line-in device 49 earphones/headphones 48 external speakers 47 microphone 47 network 45, 46 printer 45 serial mouse 46 USB devices 49 D disk drives CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive inserting CDs/DVDs 32 taking care CDs/DVDs 35 hard disk 35 F features 21 connectivity 21 multimedia 21 performance 21 Frequently-asked questions 87 blank screen 87...