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... plug the power cord into is provided. • Never push objects of power, disconnect power from the power supplies. The openings should never be blocked or covered. If the product falls, it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install...
... plug the power cord into is provided. • Never push objects of power, disconnect power from the power supplies. The openings should never be blocked or covered. If the product falls, it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install...
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... . Using a power outlet that is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , 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. If power strips are not sure of the type of the branch circuit rating. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. Using electrical power...
... . Using a power outlet that is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , 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. If power strips are not sure of the type of the branch circuit rating. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. Using electrical power...
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... children. Keep them out of the reach of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. Refer all servicing to normal condition. CAUTION: Danger of other controls may expose you to dangerous voltage points or...
... children. Keep them out of the reach of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. Refer all servicing to normal condition. CAUTION: Danger of other controls may expose you to dangerous voltage points or...
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... containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of our environment. Products that help customers save through higher energy efficiency, the more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www...
... containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of our environment. Products that help customers save through higher energy efficiency, the more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www...
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...following symptoms may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use . Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture. • Avoid slouching forward ...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. 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...
...following symptoms may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use . Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture. • Avoid slouching forward ...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. 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...
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...using the computer on a couch or bed. Developing good work habits Develop the following sections provide suggestions on a distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your computer use...graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • Placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source. • Minimizing room light by 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...
...using the computer on a couch or bed. Developing good work habits Develop the following sections provide suggestions on a distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your computer use...graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • Placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source. • Minimizing room light by 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...
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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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... such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on. • Avoid placing the system in any location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance CPU. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. English 3 Setting up your computer...
... such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on. • Avoid placing the system in any location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance CPU. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. English 3 Setting up your computer...
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... and in good condition. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting 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. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use . Once the start your computer according to the steps...
... and in good condition. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting 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. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use . Once the start your computer according to the steps...
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.... RW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models only) Audio and Video Set up new components You can also upgrade the components of a system crash, press and hold the power button on the chassis. • Slide the panel off all peripheral devices. In the event of your computer From the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down...
.... RW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models only) Audio and Video Set up new components You can also upgrade the components of a system crash, press and hold the power button on the chassis. • Slide the panel off all peripheral devices. In the event of your computer From the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down...
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... default audio output device will be changed. Analog speakers will always be listed in the table below. • USB speakers and HDMI devices can support hot-plugging. Right-click on it, then click Set as the default output device. Output device priority (if supported) 1st 2nd 3rd USB Speaker Analog HDMI Switching audio output • Right-click the Volume icon in the taskbar Notification Area. • Click Playback Device to open a window that displays the available devices...
... default audio output device will be changed. Analog speakers will always be listed in the table below. • USB speakers and HDMI devices can support hot-plugging. Right-click on it, then click Set as the default output device. Output device priority (if supported) 1st 2nd 3rd USB Speaker Analog HDMI Switching audio output • Right-click the Volume icon in the taskbar Notification Area. • Click Playback Device to open a window that displays the available devices...
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... the category to your computer ('My Library'), then other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. Use the media controls in each window. English 8 Acer clear.fi (only for permission to allow clear.fi to access the network. To watch videos or listen to music open clear.fi Media, to browse photos open a clear.fi application, Windows Firewall will ask for certain models) With Acer clear.fi, you can play , then double-click to...
... the category to your computer ('My Library'), then other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. Use the media controls in each window. English 8 Acer clear.fi (only for permission to allow clear.fi to access the network. To watch videos or listen to music open clear.fi Media, to browse photos open a clear.fi application, Windows Firewall will ask for certain models) With Acer clear.fi, you can play , then double-click to...
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... instruction sheet. If pressing a key does not work , contact your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. If restarting your computer does not work , you created during the use of the computer is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to the system. If yes, remove or replace...
... instruction sheet. If pressing a key does not work , contact your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. If restarting your computer does not work , you created during the use of the computer is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to the system. If yes, remove or replace...
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... drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is turned on. • Make sure that you are using the correct type of your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the hard disk or writeable/re-writeable disk. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. English 11 Q: The printer does not work. A: Check the following : • Make...
... drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is turned on. • Make sure that you are using the correct type of your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the hard disk or writeable/re-writeable disk. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. English 11 Q: The printer does not work. A: Check the following : • Make...
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... monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your problem is not operating normally • If a computer problem persists even after you keep your area. To clean an optical mouse For users of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that you have checked and applied the troubleshooting...
... monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your problem is not operating normally • If a computer problem persists even after you keep your area. To clean an optical mouse For users of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that you have checked and applied the troubleshooting...
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... harmful interference to result in a particular installation. Operation conditions This device complies with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to this computer. However, there is no guarantee that to which is likely to radio communications. This device generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is subject to the following measures: •...
... harmful interference to result in a particular installation. Operation conditions This device complies with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to this computer. However, there is no guarantee that to which is likely to radio communications. This device generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is subject to the following measures: •...
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...your right to the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in advance. But, if advance notice is not practical, you will notify you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment...connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. Notice for this equipment should contact your dealer or vendor. Located on every PSTN termination point. Upon request, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). If the problem is causing the problem. English 16 Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of fire, use...
...your right to the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in advance. But, if advance notice is not practical, you will notify you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment...connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. Notice for this equipment should contact your dealer or vendor. Located on every PSTN termination point. Upon request, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). If the problem is causing the problem. English 16 Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of fire, use...
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... such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is available for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is connected to the...
... such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is available for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is connected to the...
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Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. This device may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this computer is for the lastest country list. For further information, please contact local office in the country of use . Low-power license-exempt radio...
Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. This device may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this computer is for the lastest country list. For further information, please contact local office in the country of use . Low-power license-exempt radio...