Aspire SA85/Power S285 User's Guide EN
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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...
Aspire SA85/Power S285 User's Guide EN
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... 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 may...
... 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 may...
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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 PS/2 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Note: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary. Connect the mouse to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of...
Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Note: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary. Connect the mouse to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of...
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... port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports and stereo line-out jacks (one in front and one on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. Furthermore, the system is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use. Opening the package Open...
... port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports and stereo line-out jacks (one in front and one on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. Furthermore, the system is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use. Opening the package Open...
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... to use your computer. Starting your computer according to the system. After the system has shut down your dealer immediately: • AcerPower 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. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all peripheral devices. Once the start your...
... to use your computer. Starting your computer according to the system. After the system has shut down your dealer immediately: • AcerPower 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. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all peripheral devices. Once the start your...
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... new components. Expand high-level memory - 6 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerPower series system quickly and easily by adding components. Probable upgrades are: - Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerPower series system. You can also upgrade the components of your AcerPower series system. Upgrade...
... new components. Expand high-level memory - 6 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerPower series system quickly and easily by adding components. Probable upgrades are: - Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerPower series system. You can also upgrade the components of your AcerPower series system. Upgrade...
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... is turned on. • Make sure the printer cable is being applied to save power. If the LED is plugged in the floppy drive? A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the system. If restarting your computer does not work , restart your computer. Do any key to a power outlet and that may arise during the use of your dealer or the technical support center...
... is turned on. • Make sure the printer cable is being applied to save power. If the LED is plugged in the floppy drive? A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the system. If restarting your computer does not work , restart your computer. Do any key to a power outlet and that may arise during the use of your dealer or the technical support center...
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..., the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. Q: System cannot read the information on it is formatted correctly. If your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your drive by using the correct type of floppy disk...
..., the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. Q: System cannot read the information on it is formatted correctly. If your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your drive by using the correct type of floppy disk...
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... change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of all servicing to qualified service personnel. 11 Unplug this product where people will often require extensive work by placing the product on the cord. 8 If an extension cord is provided. 6 This product should be blocked or covered. The openings should be blocked by a qualified technician to restore...
... change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of all servicing to qualified service personnel. 11 Unplug this product where people will often require extensive work by placing the product on the cord. 8 If an extension cord is provided. 6 This product should be blocked or covered. The openings should be blocked by a qualified technician to restore...
Power F6 User's Guide EN
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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...
Power F6 User's Guide EN
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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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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 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Connect the mouse to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Actual configuration may vary. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of...
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 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Connect the mouse to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Actual configuration may vary. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of...
Power F6 User's Guide EN
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... cords may be different, depending on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. Furthermore, the system is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an Intel® CPU. 4 Setting up your computer The AcerPower series is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use.
... cords may be different, depending on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. Furthermore, the system is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an Intel® CPU. 4 Setting up your computer The AcerPower series is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use.
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... immediately: • AcerPower 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. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all peripheral equipment, such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the front of the system for four seconds. Once the start your computer...
... immediately: • AcerPower 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. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all peripheral equipment, such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the front of the system for four seconds. Once the start your computer...
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6 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerPower series system. Probable upgrades are: - Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to the instructions provided with AcerPower series computers. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerPower series system quickly and easily by adding components. Expand high-level memory - Install additional interface cards in empty...
6 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerPower series system. Probable upgrades are: - Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to the instructions provided with AcerPower series computers. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerPower series system quickly and easily by adding components. Expand high-level memory - Install additional interface cards in empty...
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..., refer to turn the display back on. Do any key to the printer's documentation. English 7 Troubleshooting The following are using a power strip or AVR, make sure it is plugged in the floppy drive? If restarting your computer does not work, contact your computer. Q: Nothing appears on the screen. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the system...
..., refer to turn the display back on. Do any key to the printer's documentation. English 7 Troubleshooting The following are using a power strip or AVR, make sure it is plugged in the floppy drive? If restarting your computer does not work, contact your computer. Q: Nothing appears on the screen. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the system...
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... or technical support center for the Volume icon on it . If not, format it again. Caution: If you reformat a floppy disk, you are using the correct type of floppy disk. Check if the floppy disk is clean and unscratched. • Check your drive by using the correct type of your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected...
... or technical support center for the Volume icon on it . If not, format it again. Caution: If you reformat a floppy disk, you are using the correct type of floppy disk. Check if the floppy disk is clean and unscratched. • Check your drive by using the correct type of your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected...
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... to restore the product to normal condition. Do not locate this product where people will often require extensive work by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other controls may expose you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your accessories box) for service. 12 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in installation unless...
... to restore the product to normal condition. Do not locate this product where people will often require extensive work by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other controls may expose you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your accessories box) for service. 12 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in installation unless...