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... belong to your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. Acer°¶s liability with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any person of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. No part of this publication may be incorporated in new editions of such revisions or changes. Other companies' product names or trademarks are...
... belong to your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. Acer°¶s liability with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any person of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. No part of this publication may be incorporated in new editions of such revisions or changes. Other companies' product names or trademarks are...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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.... Use a damp cloth for future reference. CAUTION for plug 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. These openings must not be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Follow all power cords from the power supplies. Unplug the power cord before connecting the power...
.... Use a damp cloth for future reference. CAUTION for plug 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. These openings must not be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Follow all power cords from the power supplies. Unplug the power cord before connecting the power...
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... short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Contact your hearing. • Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably and without distortion. • After setting the volume level, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use it afteryour ears adjust. •...
... short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Contact your hearing. • Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably and without distortion. • After setting the volume level, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use it afteryour ears adjust. •...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... opening or removing covers may result in use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of electric shock from the equipment when not in damage and will often require extensive work by the manufacturer. Telephone line safety • Disconnect all servicing to replace the power cord set . v • Use the...
... opening or removing covers may result in use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of electric shock from the equipment when not in damage and will often require extensive work by the manufacturer. Telephone line safety • Disconnect all servicing to replace the power cord set . v • Use the...
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...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 environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer is ENERGY STAR? Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device... greenhouse gases and the risks of the global environment, please recycle. vi Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of ...
...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 environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer is ENERGY STAR? Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device... greenhouse gases and the risks of the global environment, please recycle. vi Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of ...
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...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 15 and 30 minute of working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of a computer. Users are registered U.S. The following section provides tips for comfortable use . Long work...• refrain from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more comfortable computer use Computer users may complain of the monitor, using a footrest, or ...
...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 15 and 30 minute of working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of a computer. Users are registered U.S. The following section provides tips for comfortable use . Long work...• refrain from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more comfortable computer use Computer users may complain of the monitor, using a footrest, or ...
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...; install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display...
...; install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display...
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... 7 Important tips 7 Cleaning and servicing 7 To clean your computer and keyboard 7 To clean your pointing device 7 To clean your monitor 8 When to contact a service technician 8 Asking 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 safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information...
... 7 Important tips 7 Cleaning and servicing 7 To clean your computer and keyboard 7 To clean your pointing device 7 To clean your monitor 8 When to contact a service technician 8 Asking 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 safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information...
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... Speaker or headphone jack 1 Description Floppy drive (selected 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...
... Speaker or headphone jack 1 Description Floppy drive (selected 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...
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... a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. The exact configuration of -the-art bus architecture, which improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software applications. The computer uses...
... a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. The exact configuration of -the-art bus architecture, which improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software applications. The computer uses...
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... 3 Ensure that all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • AcerSystem • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • 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.
... 3 Ensure that all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • AcerSystem • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • 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.
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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) Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem...
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) Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem...
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... original default factory settings. This will automatically diagnose your computer. Q: Nothing appears on . English 5 Frequently asked questions The following questions are using a power strip or AVR, make necessary fixes. Q: The printer does not work , contact your computer. Insert the startup disk you created during the use of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on . If pressing a key does not work...
... original default factory settings. This will automatically diagnose your computer. Q: Nothing appears on . English 5 Frequently asked questions The following questions are using a power strip or AVR, make necessary fixes. Q: The printer does not work , contact your computer. Insert the startup disk you created during the use of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on . If pressing a key does not work...
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...; Check your drive by using the correct type of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. EEnngglilisshh English 6 A: Do the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is crossed-out, click on the hard disk or writeable/re-writeable disk. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on...
...; Check your drive by using the correct type of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. EEnngglilisshh English 6 A: Do the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is crossed-out, click on the hard disk or writeable/re-writeable disk. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on...
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... maintenance instructions. EEnngglilisshh English 8 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your monitor. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for information on page 5 • If you keep your area. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact the service centers...
... maintenance instructions. EEnngglilisshh English 8 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your monitor. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for information on page 5 • If you keep your area. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact the service centers...
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... and TV reception. This device generates, uses, and can be attached to this computer. A duallink cable is likely to result in a residential installation. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. English English 9 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for DVI output. Operation with non-certified peripherals...
... and TV reception. This device generates, uses, and can be attached to this computer. A duallink cable is likely to result in a residential installation. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. English English 9 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for DVI output. Operation with non-certified peripherals...
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...to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. If they do, you will be used in strict accordance with the equipment, discontinue use and contact ...device must be notified in the first instance. If this equipment should contact your equipment. If the problem is causing the problem. English English 11 Your telephone company may make changes in the country of use. List of applicable countries EU member states as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Notice for single terminal connection...
...to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified. If they do, you will be used in strict accordance with the equipment, discontinue use and contact ...device must be notified in the first instance. If this equipment should contact your equipment. If the problem is causing the problem. English English 11 Your telephone company may make changes in the country of use. List of applicable countries EU member states as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Notice for single terminal connection...
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... the following limits for compliance with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set up to make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with this device. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is designed. English 12 Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any...
... the following limits for compliance with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set up to make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with this device. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is designed. English 12 Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any...
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... INN I STRÅLEN Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I STRÅLEN. Radio device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory information...DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for models with wireless LAN...
... INN I STRÅLEN Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I STRÅLEN. Radio device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory information...DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for models with wireless LAN...
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... service, this product to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is restricted to indoor use may cause undesired operation. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause interference, and 2. Operation is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. 15 English English The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card...
... service, this product to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is restricted to indoor use may cause undesired operation. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause interference, and 2. Operation is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. 15 English English The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card...