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...; 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be incorporated in new editions of purchase information in the space provided below. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of such revisions or changes. All correspondence concerning your computer. No part of...
...; 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be incorporated in new editions of purchase information in the space provided below. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of such revisions or changes. All correspondence concerning your computer. No part 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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Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary.
Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary.
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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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...; 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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..., connect the speaker cable to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. 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 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Note: All images...
..., connect the speaker cable to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. 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 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Note: All images...
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...® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use. Your Aspire series has standard I /O ports. Furthermore, the system is excessively dusty or damp. Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for your computer The Aspire series is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an Intel® CPU. English Note: Speakers are optional and...
...® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use. Your Aspire series has standard I /O ports. Furthermore, the system is excessively dusty or damp. Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for your computer The Aspire series is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an Intel® CPU. English Note: Speakers are optional and...
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... begin to use your computer according to the system. Shutting down , turn off all peripheral devices. In the event 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...
... begin to use your computer according to the system. Shutting down , turn off all peripheral devices. In the event 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...
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... can only use components compatible with your new components. Upgrade to the instructions provided with Aspire series computers. Expand high-level memory - Setting up your computer English System upgrade You can also upgrade the components of your Aspire series system. In order to ensure proper setup and installation, please refer to high-capacity HDD - Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD...
... can only use components compatible with your new components. Upgrade to the instructions provided with Aspire series computers. Expand high-level memory - Setting up your computer English System upgrade You can also upgrade the components of your Aspire series system. In order to ensure proper setup and installation, please refer to high-capacity HDD - Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD...
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... dealer or the technical support center for assistance. Q: No sound comes out of your computer. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. If yes, remove or replace it with a system floppy disk and press + + to the system. English 7 Troubleshooting The following are using a power strip or AVR, make sure it is plugged in the floppy drive? A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to a power outlet and that...
... dealer or the technical support center for assistance. Q: No sound comes out of your computer. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. If yes, remove or replace it with a system floppy disk and press + + to the system. English 7 Troubleshooting The following are using a power strip or AVR, make sure it is plugged in the floppy drive? A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to a power outlet and that...
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...) floppy or optical disk. English 8 Troubleshooting A: Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Look for assistance. If your drive by using the correct type of media. • Check if the floppy disk is not write-protected. • Make sure you are using the correct type of your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on your USB keyboard to floppy disk, hard disk or optical disk. Q: System...
...) floppy or optical disk. English 8 Troubleshooting A: Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Look for assistance. If your drive by using the correct type of media. • Check if the floppy disk is not write-protected. • Make sure you are using the correct type of your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on your USB keyboard to floppy disk, hard disk or optical disk. Q: System...
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... equipment plugged into the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do 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 computer Please read the instructions listed in...
... equipment plugged into the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do 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 computer Please read the instructions listed in...
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... optical mouse For users of your computer English To clean your pointing device To clean your screen clean. You may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for information on how and where to contact the service centers available in your monitor. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact a service technician • If you keep your mouse (with roller ball) 1 Open the circular cover...
... optical mouse For users of your computer English To clean your pointing device To clean your screen clean. You may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for information on how and where to contact the service centers available in your monitor. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact a service technician • If you keep your mouse (with roller ball) 1 Open the circular cover...
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... approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - However, due to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Declaration of Directive 1999/5/EC. Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Do not use this product near water. 4 Do not place this equipment. "TBR 21"] for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this product from the wall outlet before cleaning...
... approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - However, due to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Declaration of Directive 1999/5/EC. Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Do not use this product near water. 4 Do not place this equipment. "TBR 21"] for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this product from the wall outlet before cleaning...
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...-out parts that could result in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of the equipment plugged into the product. b If liquid has been spilled into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. It should be blocked or covered. These openings must not be a detachable type : UL listed/CSA Do not locate this...
...-out parts that could result in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of the equipment plugged into the product. b If liquid has been spilled into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. It should be blocked or covered. These openings must not be a detachable type : UL listed/CSA Do not locate this...
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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. There may be a remote risk 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.
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. There may be a remote risk 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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... 61000.4.5: 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 >95% in...Limits for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221 Taipei, Taiwan Personal computer Aspire series Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity with the ...
... 61000.4.5: 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 >95% in...Limits for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221 Taipei, Taiwan Personal computer Aspire series Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity with the ...
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... terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Easy Lai, Director Acer Incorporated This equipment has been approved by Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for voltage fluctuations and flicker in force to comply with the requirements. We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming...
... terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Easy Lai, Director Acer Incorporated This equipment has been approved by Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for voltage fluctuations and flicker in force to comply with the requirements. We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming...
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... may cause undesired operation. 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...
... may cause undesired operation. 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...