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... slots as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to unplug the power cord from overheating. Never spill liquid of internal components and to the equipment, be blocked or covered. When you plug the power cord into the product. • To avoid damage of any kind into this product on a vibrating surface. Use a damp cloth for accessibility...
... slots as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to unplug the power cord from overheating. Never spill liquid of internal components and to the equipment, be blocked or covered. When you plug the power cord into the product. • To avoid damage of any kind into this product on a vibrating surface. Use a damp cloth for accessibility...
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If you are used with this product. • Use the product only with a three-wire grounded plug. Also, make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.5 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Warning! If you need to replace the power cord set, make sure that is not properly grounded may interfere with...
If you are used with this product. • Use the product only with a three-wire grounded plug. Also, make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.5 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Warning! If you need to replace the power cord set, make sure that is not properly grounded may interfere with...
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... to restore the product to normal condition. v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Additional safety information Your device...
... to restore the product to normal condition. v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Additional safety information Your device...
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... of the global environment, please recycle. Acer is applicable only 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 ... advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. Note: The statement above is proud to http://www.energystar.gov. Acer is ENERGY STAR? The more information, contact the Electronic ...
... of the global environment, please recycle. Acer is applicable only 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 ... advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. Note: The statement above is proud to http://www.energystar.gov. Acer is ENERGY STAR? The more information, contact the Electronic ...
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...; Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury. marks Tips and information for more comfortable computer use. Users are registered U.S. vii 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 10 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake the...
...; Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury. marks Tips and information for more comfortable computer use. Users are registered U.S. vii 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 10 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake the...
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... when looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend 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 possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. The following work for extended periods of...
... when looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend 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 possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. The following work for extended periods of...
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... instructions iii Additional safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Environment 2 Setting up your computer 3 Necessary to know before setup 3 Selecting a location 3 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 5 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Audio and Video Set up Procedures 5 Acer clear.fi (only for certain models) 8 Navigating media and photos 8 Shared files 8 Which devices...
... instructions iii Additional safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Environment 2 Setting up your computer 3 Necessary to know before setup 3 Selecting a location 3 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 5 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Audio and Video Set up Procedures 5 Acer clear.fi (only for certain models) 8 Navigating media and photos 8 Shared files 8 Which devices...
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...) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) 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 (selected models only) Line-out / Speaker-out jack ESATA...
...) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) 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 (selected models only) Line-out / Speaker-out jack ESATA...
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... system in and line-out jacks (configuration may vary by models). Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. 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 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in any location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance CPU. The computer uses a state-of-the-art bus...
... system in and line-out jacks (configuration may vary by models). Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. 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 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in any location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance CPU. The computer uses a state-of-the-art bus...
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.../2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for later use your computer. Starting your computer After connecting all the peripheral equipment, start up your computer Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for Microsoft® Windows 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...
.../2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for later use your computer. Starting your computer After connecting all the peripheral equipment, start up your computer Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for Microsoft® Windows 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...
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... upgrade You can expand your AcerSystem system. Setting up Procedures Audio output device priority: You can only use components compatible with your new components. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by adding components. RW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI...
... upgrade You can expand your AcerSystem system. Setting up Procedures Audio output device priority: You can only use components compatible with your new components. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by adding components. RW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI...
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... listed in the taskbar Notification Area. • Click Playback Device to open a window that displays the available devices. • Choose the device that you want to set as the default output device. The default audio output device will be as Default Device. Right-click on it, then click Set as shown in the table below. • USB speakers and HDMI devices can support hot-plugging. Output device priority (if supported) 1st 2nd 3rd USB Speaker Analog HDMI Switching audio...
... listed in the taskbar Notification Area. • Click Playback Device to open a window that displays the available devices. • Choose the device that you want to set as the default output device. The default audio output device will be as Default Device. Right-click on it, then click Set as shown in the table below. • USB speakers and HDMI devices can support hot-plugging. Output device priority (if supported) 1st 2nd 3rd USB Speaker Analog HDMI Switching audio...
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... certain models) With Acer clear.fi, you first open a clear.fi application, Windows Firewall will ask for permission to allow clear.fi to access the network. Stream media from, or to, other devices if any are connected to your computer ('My Library'), then other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. Navigating media and photos The list in each window. To view files on your network ('Home Shared'). Shared files Devices connected to...
... certain models) With Acer clear.fi, you first open a clear.fi application, Windows Firewall will ask for permission to allow clear.fi to access the network. Stream media from, or to, other devices if any are connected to your computer ('My Library'), then other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. Navigating media and photos The list in each window. To view files on your network ('Home Shared'). Shared files Devices connected to...
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... selector switch located on . If the LED is not lit, no power is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on the rear panel of your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the situation. If restarting your computer does not work , you created during the use...
... selector switch located on . If the LED is not lit, no power is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on the rear panel of your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the situation. If restarting your computer does not work , you created during the use...
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... DVD is not write-protected. • Make sure that the printer cable is crossed-out, click on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. If your USB keyboard to the printer's documentation. A: Do the following : • The volume may be muted. Q: No sound comes out from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are connected to a power...
... DVD is not write-protected. • Make sure that the printer cable is crossed-out, click on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. If your USB keyboard to the printer's documentation. A: Do the following : • The volume may be muted. Q: No sound comes out from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are connected to a power...
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... to replace or upgrade any of your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure that you want to contact the service centers available in your area. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for information on page 10 • If you keep your screen clean. To clean an optical mouse For users of an optical mouse, refer...
... to replace or upgrade any of your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure that you want to contact the service centers available in your area. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for information on page 10 • If you keep your screen clean. To clean an optical mouse For users of an optical mouse, refer...
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... Class B limits may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. In compliance with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference...
... Class B limits may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. In compliance with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference...
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... telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in advance to give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on the modem is not practical, you will also be informed of your telephone company. "TBR 21"] for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. You will be notified in its...
... telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in advance to give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on the modem is not practical, you will also be informed of your telephone company. "TBR 21"] for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. You will be notified in its...
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... with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set up to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is available for emergency use. Above all respects with another device connected to make or model, nor does it provide any item of pulse dialing, when this appliance may not operate. It indicates no responsibility should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This...
... with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set up to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is available for emergency use. Above all respects with another device connected to make or model, nor does it provide any item of pulse dialing, when this appliance may not operate. It indicates no responsibility should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This...
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... for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. This device must be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to be used with this device is a laser product. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is subject to licensing. The CD or DVD drive...
... for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. This device must be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to be used with this device is a laser product. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is subject to licensing. The CD or DVD drive...