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... Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any means, electronically, mechanically, by any person of this publication may be incorporated in new editions of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in the space provided below. The serial number and model number...
... Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any means, electronically, mechanically, by any person of this publication may be incorporated in new editions of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in the space provided below. The serial number and model number...
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...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 Cleaning and servicing...
...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 Cleaning and servicing...
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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. FOR LAMP-SPECIFIC DISPOSAL INFORMATION, CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG. English Notices Disposal instructions . Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle it.
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. FOR LAMP-SPECIFIC DISPOSAL INFORMATION, CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG. English Notices Disposal instructions . Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle it.
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... 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 Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration...
... 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 Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration...
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...; Power management functionality • 3.5" inch floppy drive (optional) • Multimedia card reader (optional) • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW (52X/24X), DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD writer (optional) • High-capacity, PATA / SATA HDD (optional) • Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals Multimedia • Stereo-surround audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/line-in, audio-out/line-out, headphone-out and external microphone-in jacks Connectivity • Two PS/2 ports for keyboard and mouse...
...; Power management functionality • 3.5" inch floppy drive (optional) • Multimedia card reader (optional) • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW (52X/24X), DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD writer (optional) • High-capacity, PATA / SATA HDD (optional) • Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals Multimedia • Stereo-surround audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/line-in, audio-out/line-out, headphone-out and external microphone-in jacks Connectivity • Two PS/2 ports for keyboard and mouse...
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.... Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Note: All images are for reference purposes only. 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 system. English 3 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse. Actual configuration...
.... Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Note: All images are for reference purposes only. 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 system. English 3 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse. Actual configuration...
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... on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an AMD CPU. Your system can accommodate extra peripheral equipment through these I /O (input/output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports and stereo line-out jacks (one in front and one on the actual product. Opening the package Open the...
... on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an AMD CPU. Your system can accommodate extra peripheral equipment through these I /O (input/output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports and stereo line-out jacks (one in front and one on the actual product. Opening the package Open the...
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... "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. 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 poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use...
... "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. 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 poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use...
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... with your Aspire series system. Expand high-level memory - Upgrade from the outlet. • Remove the two screws on the side panel. • Slide the panel back and off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to shut off . Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD...
... with your Aspire series system. Expand high-level memory - Upgrade from the outlet. • Remove the two screws on the side panel. • Slide the panel back and off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to shut off . Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD...
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... 7 Troubleshooting The following are using a power strip or AVR, make sure it is turned on. • Make sure the printer cable is plugged in the floppy drive? If the LED is not lit, no power is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) floppy disk in and turned on the rear panel of the speakers. If the LED is being applied to turn the display back...
... 7 Troubleshooting The following are using a power strip or AVR, make sure it is turned on. • Make sure the printer cable is plugged in the floppy drive? If the LED is not lit, no power is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) floppy disk in and turned on the rear panel of the speakers. If the LED is being applied to turn the display back...
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You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your floppy, CD or DVD drive cannot read floppy disk, hard disk, CD or DVD information. Contact your drive by using a good (undamaged) floppy or optical disk. If it is crossed-out, click on...
You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your floppy, CD or DVD drive cannot read floppy disk, hard disk, CD or DVD information. Contact your drive by using a good (undamaged) floppy or optical disk. If it is crossed-out, click on...
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.... Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Do not place it . English 9 Taking care of your software and/or drivers to see if you can select other settings to make viewing the screen more comfortable. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into the computer...power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with your computer Please read the instructions listed...
.... Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Do not place it . English 9 Taking care of your software and/or drivers to see if you can select other settings to make viewing the screen more comfortable. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into the computer...power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with your computer Please read the instructions listed...
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... your mouse for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure you drop and damage the computer. • If liquid has been spilled into the computer. • If the computer is not operating normally. To clean your optical mouse For users of your computer English To clean your pointing device To clean your mouse (with roller ball) 1 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse...
... your mouse for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure you drop and damage the computer. • If liquid has been spilled into the computer. • If the computer is not operating normally. To clean your optical mouse For users of your computer English To clean your pointing device To clean your mouse (with roller ball) 1 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse...
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.... 3 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. If the product falls, it could be attached to this equipment. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other relevant provisions of conformity for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN...
.... 3 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. If the product falls, it could be attached to this equipment. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other relevant provisions of conformity for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN...
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... products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. 9 Never push objects of other similar surface. d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to service this product, make sure that are followed. Do not locate this product where people will often require extensive work...
... products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. 9 Never push objects of other similar surface. d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to service this product, make sure that are followed. Do not locate this product where people will often require extensive work...
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Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). 13 Always disconnect all telephone lines from lightning. 15. 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. There may be a remote risk of the case. English 13 certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent.
Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). 13 Always disconnect all telephone lines from lightning. 15. 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. There may be a remote risk of the case. English 13 certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent.
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...AS/NZS 61000.4.6: 1999 Conductive disturbance EN61000-4-8: 1993/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.8: 2002 Power frequency magnetic field EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.11: 1999 Voltage ...AS/NZS 61000.3.2: 2003 Description Limits for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address 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...2001; 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...
...AS/NZS 61000.4.6: 1999 Conductive disturbance EN61000-4-8: 1993/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.8: 2002 Power frequency magnetic field EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.11: 1999 Voltage ...AS/NZS 61000.3.2: 2003 Description Limits for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address 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...2001; 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...
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...Director Acer Incorporated 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 the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in Pass low-voltage supply systems... Business Equipment. English 17 EN61000-3-3: 1995 A1: 2001/ AS/NZS 61000.3.3: 1998 Limits for pan-European single terminal connection to comply with the following harmonized standard: EN60950: 2000 3rd: Safety of the same equipment will continue to the Public...
...Director Acer Incorporated 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 the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in Pass low-voltage supply systems... Business Equipment. English 17 EN61000-3-3: 1995 A1: 2001/ AS/NZS 61000.3.3: 1998 Limits for pan-European single terminal connection to comply with the following harmonized standard: EN60950: 2000 3rd: Safety of the same equipment will continue to the Public...
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Operation is subject to the following local Manufacturer/Importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Model: Name of responsible party: Address of the FCC Rules. 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...
Operation is subject to the following local Manufacturer/Importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Model: Name of responsible party: Address of the FCC Rules. 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...