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... the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Copyright© 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in the space provided below. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of such revisions or changes. Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of...
... the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Copyright© 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in the space provided below. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of such revisions or changes. Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of...
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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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Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. 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 MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE AT WWW.EIAE.ORG. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle it. English Notices Disposal instructions . FOR LAMP-SPECIFIC DISPOSAL INFORMATION, CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. 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 MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE AT WWW.EIAE.ORG. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle it. English Notices Disposal instructions . FOR LAMP-SPECIFIC DISPOSAL INFORMATION, CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
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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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... images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Connect the mouse 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. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect...
... images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Connect the mouse 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. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect...
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... the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to the included operating instructions. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. 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...
... the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to the included operating instructions. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. 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...
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..., start up process is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. 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.
..., start up process is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. 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.
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Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to high-capacity HDD - Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your Aspire series system. Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card You can also upgrade the components of your Aspire series system. Probable upgrades are: - Expand high-level memory - Upgrade to shut off . Upgrade from the outlet. •...
Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to high-capacity HDD - Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your Aspire series system. Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card You can also upgrade the components of your Aspire series system. Probable upgrades are: - Expand high-level memory - Upgrade to shut off . Upgrade from the outlet. •...
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... the technical support center for assistance. Q: No sound comes out of your computer. If pressing a key does not work , contact your computer. If the LED is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) floppy disk in and turned on . Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. A: Do the following: • Make sure the printer is connected to a power...
... the technical support center for assistance. Q: No sound comes out of your computer. If pressing a key does not work , contact your computer. If the LED is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) floppy disk in and turned on . Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. A: Do the following: • Make sure the printer is connected to a power...
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... mute option. English 8 Troubleshooting A: Check the following: • The volume may be a problem with the drive. 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 automatically turned off. Contact your drive by using the correct type of your floppy, CD or DVD drive cannot read floppy disk, hard disk...
... mute option. English 8 Troubleshooting A: Check the following: • The volume may be a problem with the drive. 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 automatically turned off. Contact your drive by using the correct type of your floppy, CD or DVD drive cannot read floppy disk, hard disk...
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...not expose the computer to make viewing the screen more comfortable. 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 software and/or drivers to see if you can select other settings to dust or dirt. ...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 expose the computer to direct sunlight. English 9 Taking care of your computer Please read the instructions listed...
...not expose the computer to make viewing the screen more comfortable. 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 software and/or drivers to see if you can select other settings to dust or dirt. ...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 expose the computer to direct sunlight. English 9 Taking care of your computer Please read the instructions listed...
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... the computer. • If the computer is not operating normally. You may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with a soft, damp cloth. 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. 10 Taking care of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your...
... the computer. • If the computer is not operating normally. You may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with a soft, damp cloth. 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. 10 Taking care of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your...
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Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other relevant provisions of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Operation with FCC regulations. Save them for cleaning. 3 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Do not use this product near water. 4 ...482/EC - Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. English 11 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an Energy Partner, Acer Inc., has determined that this personal computer is likely to result in interference to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). If the ...
Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other relevant provisions of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Operation with FCC regulations. Save them for cleaning. 3 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Do not use this product near water. 4 ...482/EC - Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. English 11 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an Energy Partner, Acer Inc., has determined that this personal computer is likely to result in interference to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). If the ...
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... the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of the product and to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. These openings must not be a detachable type : UL listed/CSA Do not locate this product through cabinet slots as opening or removing covers may result in your...
... the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of the product and to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. These openings must not be a detachable type : UL listed/CSA Do not locate this product through cabinet slots as opening or removing covers may result in your...
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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. 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.
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... 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; immunity characteristics -- limits and methods of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. ... 1999 Surge EN61000-4-6: 1996/A1: 2001 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 dips / short interruption and voltage variation >...
... 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; immunity characteristics -- limits and methods of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. ... 1999 Surge EN61000-4-6: 1996/A1: 2001 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 dips / short interruption and voltage variation >...
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...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 ..., Director Acer Incorporated 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 Switched Telephone Network (PSTN)....
...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 ..., Director Acer Incorporated 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 Switched Telephone Network (PSTN)....
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Operation 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 Jose, CA 95134 USA Mr. Young Kim 408...
Operation 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 Jose, CA 95134 USA Mr. Young Kim 408...