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... limitation of such revisions or changes. Acer Incorporated makes no responsibility for any inadvertent errors or misprints. For your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. No part of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for accuracy. All correspondence concerning your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place...
... limitation of such revisions or changes. Acer Incorporated makes no responsibility for any inadvertent errors or misprints. For your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. No part of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for accuracy. All correspondence concerning your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... removing the power supply unit from the electrical outlet. These openings must not be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on an unstable cart, stand or table. Do not use this product from overheating. Warnings • Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power...
... removing the power supply unit from the electrical outlet. These openings must not be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on an unstable cart, stand or table. Do not use this product from overheating. Warnings • Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power...
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... the power supply plug. Warning! 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 power indicated on the power cord. Do not insert the plug into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Safe listening Follow these instructions, suggested by plugging...
... the power supply plug. Warning! 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 power indicated on the power cord. Do not insert the plug into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Safe listening Follow these instructions, suggested by plugging...
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... during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of explosion if battery is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into...
... during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of explosion if battery is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into...
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... environment. Acer is ENERGY STAR? 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 lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. The more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of the global environment, please recycle. vi Disposal instructions Do...
... environment. Acer is ENERGY STAR? 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 lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. The more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of the global environment, please recycle. vi Disposal instructions Do...
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...15 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward ...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 long hours of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your shoulders Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by pushing keyboard or moving mouse...
...15 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward ...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 long hours of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your shoulders Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by pushing keyboard or moving mouse...
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.... • Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than your documents, place the display at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of time. viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more...
.... • Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than your documents, place the display at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of time. viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more...
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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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...: The specifications listed above are for later use. Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. The computer uses a state-of your PC depends on . • Avoid placing the system in and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on the model purchased. Opening the package Open the...
...: The specifications listed above are for later use. Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. The computer uses a state-of your PC depends on . • Avoid placing the system in and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on the model purchased. Opening the package Open the...
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...: • 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. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use your computer according to...
...: • 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. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to use your computer according to...
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... devices. You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system. 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) Probable upgrades are: • Upgrade to the instructions...
... devices. You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system. 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) Probable upgrades are: • Upgrade to the instructions...
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... situation. Q: The printer does not work , contact your computer. If the LED is being applied to turn the display back on the screen. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the RCD instruction sheet. Do any key to the system. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del...
... situation. Q: The printer does not work , contact your computer. If the LED is being applied to turn the display back on the screen. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the RCD instruction sheet. Do any key to the system. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del...
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... jack of your drive by using a good (i.e., undamaged) disk. If your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the taskbar. Q: System cannot read the information on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. Contact your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle...
... jack of your drive by using a good (i.e., undamaged) disk. If your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the taskbar. Q: System cannot read the information on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. Contact your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle...
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... your mouse for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your monitor. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure that you keep your area. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 5 • If you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips...
... your mouse for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your monitor. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure that you keep your area. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 5 • If you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips...
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.... This device generates, uses, and can be attached to operate this equipment. However, there is recommended for help. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. In compliance with the Class B limits may cause harmful interference to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with the instructions, may be determined by turning the device off and...
.... This device generates, uses, and can be attached to operate this equipment. However, there is recommended for help. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. In compliance with the Class B limits may cause harmful interference to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with the instructions, may be determined by turning the device off and...
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...used in the country of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. If the problem is causing the problem. Caution: To reduce the risk of problems, you should fail to operate... opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). List of applicable countries EU ...use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord. TBR 21 This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - Notice for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should contact your dealer or vendor. This device...
...used in the country of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. If the problem is causing the problem. Caution: To reduce the risk of problems, you should fail to operate... opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). List of applicable countries EU ...use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord. TBR 21 This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - Notice for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should contact your dealer or vendor. This device...
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... condition. There is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to its network. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another . 5 This equipment shall not be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set up to make or model, nor does it...
... condition. There is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to its network. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another . 5 This equipment shall not be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom's Specifications: a There shall be set up to make or model, nor does it...
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...LEN Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I STRÅLEN. Reverse engineering or disassembly is located on the drive. ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I . The CD or DVD drive's classification ... protection technology that is intended for models with this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is protected by Macrovision. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. APPAREIL A...
...LEN Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I STRÅLEN. Reverse engineering or disassembly is located on the drive. ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I . The CD or DVD drive's classification ... protection technology that is intended for models with this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is protected by Macrovision. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. APPAREIL A...
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... to indoor use may cause undesired operation of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card is subject to 5.85 GHz bands. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is subject to the following local Manufacturer /Importer is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: Model number: Name...
... to indoor use may cause undesired operation of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card is subject to 5.85 GHz bands. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is subject to the following local Manufacturer /Importer is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: Model number: Name...