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... blocked or covered. CAUTION for plug as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for accessibility Be sure that could be sure to the equipment operator as possible. CAUTION for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of internal components...
... blocked or covered. CAUTION for plug as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for accessibility Be sure that could be sure to the equipment operator as possible. CAUTION for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of internal components...
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... manufacturer's instructions. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to service this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to normal condition. If you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components.
... manufacturer's instructions. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to service this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! For safety reasons, do not connect the telephone line to normal condition. If you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components.
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... 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 computer 3 System upgrade 4 Opening the computer 4 Setting up new components 4 Frequently asked questions...
... 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 computer 3 System upgrade 4 Opening the computer 4 Setting up new components 4 Frequently asked questions...
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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...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. 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. Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. Opening the package Open the package...
... can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. 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. Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. Opening the package Open the package...
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... in good condition. Once the start 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. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete...
... in good condition. Once the start 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. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete...
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... or DVD write (selected models only)r • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card (selected models only) 4 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your new components. After the system has shut down, turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to high-capacity HDD • Expand high-level memory • Upgrade from the outlet. • Remove...
... or DVD write (selected models only)r • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card (selected models only) 4 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your new components. After the system has shut down, turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to high-capacity HDD • Expand high-level memory • Upgrade from the outlet. • Remove...
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... or the technical support center for assistance. Q: The printer does not work , you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your system, refers to save power. If the LED is not lit, no power is plugged in the floppy drive? A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the RCD instruction sheet. If yes, remove or replace it...
... or the technical support center for assistance. Q: The printer does not work , you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your system, refers to save power. If the LED is not lit, no power is plugged in the floppy drive? A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the RCD instruction sheet. If yes, remove or replace it...
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... computer, the internal or built-in speakers are using the correct type of disk or diskette. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle from the computer. If your drive by using a good (i.e., undamaged) disk. A: Check the following: • Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write-protected. • Make sure that you are connected to the...
... computer, the internal or built-in speakers are using the correct type of disk or diskette. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle from the computer. If your drive by using a good (i.e., undamaged) disk. A: Check the following: • Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write-protected. • Make sure that you are connected to the...
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... not listed in your screen clean. For cleaning instructions, refer to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If your problem is not operating normally • If a computer problem persists even after you keep your area. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support...
... not listed in your screen clean. For cleaning instructions, refer to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If your problem is not operating normally • If a computer problem persists even after you keep your area. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support...
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... not operate. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it imply that a separate telephone, not dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is not capable, under all respects with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to...
... not operate. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it imply that a separate telephone, not dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is not capable, under all respects with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to...
Aspire M7720 Service Guide
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Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features...1 Block Diagram...6 Aspire ASM7720 Front Panel 7 Aspire ASM7720 Rear Panel 8 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 9 Power Management Function (ACPI support function 16 Chapter 2 System Utilities 17 Entering Setup 18 Product Information 20 Standard CMOS Features 21 Advanced BIOS Features 23 Integrated Peripherals 25 Power Management 27 PC Health Status 28 Frequency/Voltage Control 29 BIOS Security Features 30 Load Default Settings 31 Save & Exit Setup 32 Exit Without Saving 33 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 34...
Chapter 1 System Specifications 1 Features...1 Block Diagram...6 Aspire ASM7720 Front Panel 7 Aspire ASM7720 Rear Panel 8 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 9 Power Management Function (ACPI support function 16 Chapter 2 System Utilities 17 Entering Setup 18 Product Information 20 Standard CMOS Features 21 Advanced BIOS Features 23 Integrated Peripherals 25 Power Management 27 PC Health Status 28 Frequency/Voltage Control 29 BIOS Security Features 30 Load Default Settings 31 Save & Exit Setup 32 Exit Without Saving 33 Chapter 3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement 34...
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... 6 ports) „ 4 ports for front daughter board „ 2 ports for internal card reader 2 … PCI Express x1 Slot Quantity: 1 SATA … Slot Type: SATA slot … Slot Quantity: 6 … Storage Type support: … HDD/CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD Dual/DVD SuperMultiPlus/Blu-Ray ODD Audio … Audio Type: HD audio codec … Audio Channel: 7.1 channel … Audio Controller /Codec: ALC888S-VE 7.1 … Connectors support: … Rear 6 jack follow HD audio definition, … Audio jacks color coding: should meet Microsoft Windows Logo Program Device Requirements: Audio...
... 6 ports) „ 4 ports for front daughter board „ 2 ports for internal card reader 2 … PCI Express x1 Slot Quantity: 1 SATA … Slot Type: SATA slot … Slot Quantity: 6 … Storage Type support: … HDD/CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD Dual/DVD SuperMultiPlus/Blu-Ray ODD Audio … Audio Type: HD audio codec … Audio Channel: 7.1 channel … Audio Controller /Codec: ALC888S-VE 7.1 … Connectors support: … Rear 6 jack follow HD audio definition, … Audio jacks color coding: should meet Microsoft Windows Logo Program Device Requirements: Audio...
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...; Note: … Boot ROM should be included (PXE function should be built in with default and RPL function is optional by service BIOS) … BIOS shall auto detect FDD to avoid checksum error when boot I/O Connector … Controller: Super I /O Connector … 1 PS/2 Keyboard port, … 1 PS/2 Mouse port, … 2 e SATA ports … 1 RJ45 LAN port, … 1 IEEE 1394 port … 6 USB ports … 7.1 channel phone jack (6 audio jacks) 3 must full support Intel platform) Rear I /O ITE8720 (F stepping...
...; Note: … Boot ROM should be included (PXE function should be built in with default and RPL function is optional by service BIOS) … BIOS shall auto detect FDD to avoid checksum error when boot I/O Connector … Controller: Super I /O Connector … 1 PS/2 Keyboard port, … 1 PS/2 Mouse port, … 2 e SATA ports … 1 RJ45 LAN port, … 1 IEEE 1394 port … 6 USB ports … 7.1 channel phone jack (6 audio jacks) 3 must full support Intel platform) Rear I /O ITE8720 (F stepping...
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On-board connectors … 1 CPU socket … 6 DDR-3 memory sockets … 2 PCI Express x16 slot … 1 PCI Express x 4 slots … 1 PCI Express x 1 slots … 6 SATA connectors(Need to confirm no interfere with linear circuit … 1 24pin + 8pin ATX interface PS3/PS2 SPS connector … 1 2*7 pin front panel IO header … 1 Jumper for clear CMOS … 1 on board buzzer … Color management for on board connecter (pls provide proposal) Power Supply … Power Supply Mounting Features … Chassis accepts...
On-board connectors … 1 CPU socket … 6 DDR-3 memory sockets … 2 PCI Express x16 slot … 1 PCI Express x 4 slots … 1 PCI Express x 1 slots … 6 SATA connectors(Need to confirm no interfere with linear circuit … 1 24pin + 8pin ATX interface PS3/PS2 SPS connector … 1 2*7 pin front panel IO header … 1 Jumper for clear CMOS … 1 on board buzzer … Color management for on board connecter (pls provide proposal) Power Supply … Power Supply Mounting Features … Chassis accepts...
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Type Socket FSB Minimum operating speed Specification Intel Bloomfield i7 CPUs LGA 1366 pin 1600 MHz 0 MHz (If Stop CPU Clock in Sleep State in BIOS Setup is set to Enabled.) BIOS Item BIOS code programmer BIOS version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size Support protocol Device Boot Support Support to LS-120 drive Support to BIOS boot block feature Specification Phoenix Award or AMI Kernel with Acer skin R01-A1 SPI Flash 32Mb SMBIOS(DMI)2.4/DMI2.0 - 1st priority: SATA HDD - 2nd priority...
Hardware Specifications and Configurations Processor Item Type Socket FSB Minimum operating speed Specification Intel Bloomfield i7 CPUs LGA 1366 pin 1600 MHz 0 MHz (If Stop CPU Clock in Sleep State in BIOS Setup is set to Enabled.) BIOS Item BIOS code programmer BIOS version BIOS ROM type BIOS ROM size Support protocol Device Boot Support Support to LS-120 drive Support to BIOS boot block feature Specification Phoenix Award or AMI Kernel with Acer skin R01-A1 SPI Flash 32Mb SMBIOS(DMI)2.4/DMI2.0 - 1st priority: SATA HDD - 2nd priority...
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Main Board Major Chips Item Specification North Bridge South Bridge APG controller Super I/O controller Audio controller LAN controller HDD controller Keyboard controller Intel X58 ICH 10R Intel X58 ITE 8720 Realtek HD audio codec ALC888S-VE codec 7.1 (co-lay with ALC888) Intel 82567LF Boazman Gbe Ethernet LAN PHY ICH 10R ITE 8720 10 BIOS Hotkey List Hotkey Function Description Del Enter BIOS Setup Utility Press while the system is booting to enter BIOS Setup Utility.
Main Board Major Chips Item Specification North Bridge South Bridge APG controller Super I/O controller Audio controller LAN controller HDD controller Keyboard controller Intel X58 ICH 10R Intel X58 ITE 8720 Realtek HD audio codec ALC888S-VE codec 7.1 (co-lay with ALC888) Intel 82567LF Boazman Gbe Ethernet LAN PHY ICH 10R ITE 8720 10 BIOS Hotkey List Hotkey Function Description Del Enter BIOS Setup Utility Press while the system is booting to enter BIOS Setup Utility.
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... Peripherals Power Management Setup PC Health Status Frequency/VoltageControl BIOS Security Features Load Default Settings Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving KLIJ: Move Enter: Select F1: General Help +/-/: Value F10: Save F9: Optimized Defaults ESC: Exit 18 Entering Setup Power on the screen, press the key of "Press DEL to enter SETUP" appears on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. The Setup Utility main menu...
... Peripherals Power Management Setup PC Health Status Frequency/VoltageControl BIOS Security Features Load Default Settings Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving KLIJ: Move Enter: Select F1: General Help +/-/: Value F10: Save F9: Optimized Defaults ESC: Exit 18 Entering Setup Power on the screen, press the key of "Press DEL to enter SETUP" appears on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. The Setup Utility main menu...
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... is only available when onboard LAN controller is AHCI Mode. Parameter Onboard SATA Mode Onboard ESATA Mode Onboard USB Controller Legacy USB Support Onboard Audio Controller Onboard LAN Controller Onboard LAN Option ROM Serial Port1 Address Description This item is only available when onboard SATA controller is AHCI This item is only available when onboard ESATA controller is enabled Allows BIOS to select serial port1 base addresses Options AHCI Disabled / AHCI Disabled/AHCI Mode Disabled/Enabled Disabled/Enabled Disabled/Enabled Disabled/Enabled Disabled/Enabled Disabled / 3F8/IRQ4 / 2F8...
... is only available when onboard LAN controller is AHCI Mode. Parameter Onboard SATA Mode Onboard ESATA Mode Onboard USB Controller Legacy USB Support Onboard Audio Controller Onboard LAN Controller Onboard LAN Option ROM Serial Port1 Address Description This item is only available when onboard SATA controller is AHCI This item is only available when onboard ESATA controller is enabled Allows BIOS to select serial port1 base addresses Options AHCI Disabled / AHCI Disabled/AHCI Mode Disabled/Enabled Disabled/Enabled Disabled/Enabled Disabled/Enabled Disabled/Enabled Disabled / 3F8/IRQ4 / 2F8...
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... Change the Password KLIJ: Move Enter: Select F1: General Help +/-/: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F9: Optimized Defaults The following table describes the parameters found in this menu: Parameter Change Supervisor Password Description This item is only available when supervisor password is installed, If clear supervisor password, user password should also be view-only except user password item when login with user password Options Press Enter 30 BIOS Security Features CMOS Setup...
... Change the Password KLIJ: Move Enter: Select F1: General Help +/-/: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F9: Optimized Defaults The following table describes the parameters found in this menu: Parameter Change Supervisor Password Description This item is only available when supervisor password is installed, If clear supervisor password, user password should also be view-only except user password item when login with user password Options Press Enter 30 BIOS Security Features CMOS Setup...
