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... registered trademarks of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to the information in new editions of Acer Inc. Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for accuracy. This booklet has been reviewed for this publication may be made periodically to your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information.
... registered trademarks of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to the information in new editions of Acer Inc. Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for accuracy. This booklet has been reviewed for this publication may be made periodically to your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information.
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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.... Turning the product off before connecting the power cord to protect it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push objects of any kind onto or into is easily accessible and located as close to prevent battery leakage, This product should never be blocked or covered. Never spill liquid of power, disconnect power from the power supplies. iii...
.... Turning the product off before connecting the power cord to protect it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push objects of any kind onto or into is easily accessible and located as close to prevent battery leakage, This product should never be blocked or covered. Never spill liquid of power, disconnect power from the power supplies. iii...
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... many devices. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. If power strips are not sure of the type of power available, consult your hearing. • Gradually increase the volume until you can 't hear people speaking near you are used with this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and...
... many devices. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. If power strips are not sure of the type of power available, consult your hearing. • Gradually increase the volume until you can 't hear people speaking near you are used with this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and...
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... yourself, as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Dispose of used batteries according to qualified service personnel. Refer all telephone lines from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Consult your...
... yourself, as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Dispose of used batteries according to qualified service personnel. Refer all telephone lines from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Consult your...
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... the global environment, please recycle. Acer is committed to offer products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by reducing energy cost and protecting the... from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. Environmental Protection Agency...
... the global environment, please recycle. Acer is committed to offer products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by reducing energy cost and protecting the... from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. Environmental Protection Agency...
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...ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are also at "sleep" mode. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in front of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long in the hands, ...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 15 and 30 minute of a computer. marks Tips and information for more than 80% energy at risk of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your shoulders Users...
...ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are also at "sleep" mode. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in front of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long in the hands, ...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 15 and 30 minute of a computer. marks Tips and information for more than 80% energy at risk of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your shoulders Users...
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... of time. The following work habits to reduce eyestrain. Developing good work habits Develop the following sections provide suggestions on how to make your computer use more than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare...
... of time. The following work habits to reduce eyestrain. Developing good work habits Develop the following sections provide suggestions on how to make your computer use more than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare...
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... upgrade 4 Opening the computer 4 Setting up new components 4 Frequently asked questions 5 Taking care of Conformity 15 Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 15 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of your computer 7 Important tips 7 Cleaning 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...
... upgrade 4 Opening the computer 4 Setting up new components 4 Frequently asked questions 5 Taking care of Conformity 15 Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 15 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of your computer 7 Important tips 7 Cleaning 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...
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... 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 only) USB port RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack HDMI port...
... 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 only) USB port RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack HDMI port...
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... vary by models). Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for reference only. 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. 2 Setting up your...
... vary by models). Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for reference only. 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. 2 Setting up your...
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... 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. Starting your computer After connecting all peripheral equipment, such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the system. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting...
... 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. Starting your computer After connecting all peripheral equipment, such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the system. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting...
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... Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by adding components. In order to ensure proper setup and installation, please refer 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 fax/modem card (selected models only) Probable upgrades are: • Upgrade to high-capacity HDD • Expand high-level memory • Upgrade...
... Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by adding components. In order to ensure proper setup and installation, please refer 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 fax/modem card (selected models only) Probable upgrades are: • Upgrade to high-capacity HDD • Expand high-level memory • Upgrade...
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... selector switch located on the rear panel of the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on. If yes, remove or replace it is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. However, if the diagnostic utility...
... selector switch located on the rear panel of the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on. If yes, remove or replace it is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. However, if the diagnostic utility...
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...; Check if the CD or DVD is not write-protected. • Make sure that you are using a good (i.e., undamaged) disk. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. Look for assistance. Contact your USB keyboard to the printer's documentation. Q: System...
...; Check if the CD or DVD is not write-protected. • Make sure that you are using a good (i.e., undamaged) disk. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. Look for assistance. Contact your USB keyboard to the printer's documentation. Q: System...
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... your mouse for maintenance instructions. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for information on how and where to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to contact a service technician • If you dropped and damaged the computer • If liquid has been spilled into the computer • If the computer is not listed in...
... your mouse for maintenance instructions. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for information on how and where to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to contact a service technician • If you dropped and damaged the computer • If liquid has been spilled into the computer • If the computer is not listed in...
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... turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a residential installation. A duallink cable is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. These limits are designed to which can be made using shielded cables to other computing devices. If this equipment. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices...
... turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a residential installation. A duallink cable is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. These limits are designed to which can be made using shielded cables to other computing devices. If this equipment. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices...
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...Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord. This device must be notified in the countries of problems, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. English English 11 Your telephone company may make changes in the first instance. List... terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should contact your equipment supplier in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of use and contact...
...Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord. This device must be notified in the countries of problems, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. English English 11 Your telephone company may make changes in the first instance. List... terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should contact your equipment supplier in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of use and contact...
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...'s specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is available for emergency use. Please ensure that any item will always continue to support...
...'s specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is available for emergency use. Please ensure that any item will always continue to support...
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...,448; Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for models with this copyright protection technology must be authorized by U.S. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. Use of this computer is a laser product. Radio device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory...
...,448; Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for models with this copyright protection technology must be authorized by U.S. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. Use of this computer is a laser product. Radio device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory...
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... its operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is responsible for harmful interference to reduce the potential for this device. 3 An improper installation or unauthorized use may not cause interference, and 2. These radar stations can cause interference with Part 15 of the device. Canada - This device must accept any tampering of the wireless LAN Card...
... its operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is responsible for harmful interference to reduce the potential for this device. 3 An improper installation or unauthorized use may not cause interference, and 2. These radar stations can cause interference with Part 15 of the device. Canada - This device must accept any tampering of the wireless LAN Card...