Acer Desktop User's Guide
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.... Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for a particular purpose. Acer°¶s liability with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of purchase information in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are registered trademarks of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. For your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase...
.... Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for a particular purpose. Acer°¶s liability with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of purchase information in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are registered trademarks of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. For your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the computer. Use a damp cloth for plug as possible. This product should never be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for accessibility Be sure that could be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked...
... equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the computer. Use a damp cloth for plug as possible. This product should never be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for accessibility Be sure that could be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked...
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... near you are used with the performance of the power strip's input rating. • This product's power supply is not properly grounded may interfere with this product. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from the type of all products plugged into the wall...
... near you are used with the performance of the power strip's input rating. • This product's power supply is not properly grounded may interfere with this product. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from the type of all products plugged into the wall...
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... opening or removing covers may expose you need for purchase options. Refer all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power...
... opening or removing covers may expose you need for purchase options. Refer all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power...
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...-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. 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. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. Acer is proud to offer products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use...
...-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. 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. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. Acer is proud to offer products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more comfortable computer use . Observe the following tips: • refrain from sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle of a computer. The following section provides tips for comfortable use Computer users may lead... disorders. 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 prolonged use . Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one...
... pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more comfortable computer use . Observe the following tips: • refrain from sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle of a computer. The following section provides tips for comfortable use Computer users may lead... disorders. 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 prolonged use . Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one...
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...; Give your eyes regular breaks by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from drying out. viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more relaxing and productive: •...
...; Give your eyes regular breaks by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from drying out. viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more relaxing and productive: •...
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... safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Setting up your computer 2 Necessary to know before setup 2 Selecting a location 2 Opening the package 2 Connecting peripherals 3 Starting your computer 3 Shutting down your computer 3 System 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...
... safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Setting up your computer 2 Necessary to know before setup 2 Selecting a location 2 Opening the package 2 Connecting peripherals 3 Starting your computer 3 Shutting down your computer 3 System 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...
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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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...® Windows® or Linux-based operating systems. Necessary to other electrical equipment. • Do not place the system in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be stepped on the model purchased. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. 2 Setting up your...
...® Windows® or Linux-based operating systems. Necessary to other electrical equipment. • Do not place the system in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be stepped on the model purchased. 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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...; 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. English 3 Ensure that all peripherals to the system. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your computer From the "Start" menu...
...; 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. English 3 Ensure that all peripherals to the system. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your computer From the "Start" menu...
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Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to shut off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive 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) You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by adding components. Before...
Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to shut off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive 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) You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by adding components. Before...
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A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on . Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. If the LED is not lit, no power is plugged in the floppy drive? A: Check the LED located above the power switch. Insert the startup disk you created during the use of your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then...
A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on . Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. If the LED is not lit, no power is plugged in the floppy drive? A: Check the LED located above the power switch. Insert the startup disk you created during the use of your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then...
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... turned on. • Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to toggle from the computer. Q: System cannot read the information on the icon and deselect the Mute option. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. If your USB keyboard to the system's parallel port and the corresponding port...
... turned on. • Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to toggle from the computer. Q: System cannot read the information on the icon and deselect the Mute option. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. If your USB keyboard to the system's parallel port and the corresponding port...
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... you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If your problem is not listed in your screen clean.
... you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If your problem is not listed in your screen clean.
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... TV reception. Operation with non-certified peripherals is granted by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to Part 15 of...
... TV reception. Operation with non-certified peripherals is granted by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to Part 15 of...
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.... This device must be notified in advance to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. For further information, please contact local office in the country of use . Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use and contact your equipment. If they do, you will be used in strict...In the event of itself, give you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). If the problem is causing the problem. Notice for single terminal connection to determine if it is with a telecommunications compliance label...
.... This device must be notified in advance to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. For further information, please contact local office in the country of use . Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use and contact your equipment. If they do, you will be used in strict...In the event of itself, give you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). If the problem is causing the problem. Notice for single terminal connection to determine if it is with a telecommunications compliance label...
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... a Telepermit for any item of a call to another device connected to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another . 5 This equipment shall not be set to ensure that automatic calls to make or model, nor does it imply that any sort of...
... a Telepermit for any item of a call to another device connected to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another . 5 This equipment shall not be set to ensure that automatic calls to make or model, nor does it imply that any sort of...
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...device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory information is intended for models... audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED)...disassembly is located on the drive. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by U.S. VARO! This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is a laser product. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is prohibited. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN...
...device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory information is intended for models... audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED)...disassembly is located on the drive. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by U.S. VARO! This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is a laser product. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is prohibited. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN...
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... with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. b Operation in such a manner that may not cause interference, and 2. Operation is intended to be used in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is subject to radio communications. 15 English English The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card...
... with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. b Operation in such a manner that may not cause interference, and 2. Operation is intended to be used in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is subject to radio communications. 15 English English The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card...