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English 1 System tour Your computer consists of the following: Front panel Icon Description Power button Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack Icon Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port IEEE 1394 port (selected models only) Rear panel Icon Description Icon PS/2 keyboard connector Description PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector Serial port (selected models only) USB port Microphone-in jack RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack Line-out / Speaker-out jack
English 1 System tour Your computer consists of the following: Front panel Icon Description Power button Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack Icon Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port IEEE 1394 port (selected models only) Rear panel Icon Description Icon PS/2 keyboard connector Description PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector Serial port (selected models only) USB port Microphone-in jack RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack Line-out / Speaker-out jack
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2 System tour English System features Performance • AMD mainstream high-performance processor • Expandable system memory • Power management functionality • 3.5" inch floppy drive (optional) • Multimedia card reader (optional) • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW (52X/24X), DVD/CD-RW combo ...
2 System tour English System features Performance • AMD mainstream high-performance processor • Expandable system memory • Power management functionality • 3.5" inch floppy drive (optional) • Multimedia card reader (optional) • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW (52X/24X), DVD/CD-RW combo ...
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Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, ...
Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, ...
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...: • Do not place the system too close to other electrical equipment. • Do not place the system in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be different, depending on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. English... an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. 4 Setting up your computer The AcerPower series is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an AMD CPU.
...: • Do not place the system too close to other electrical equipment. • Do not place the system in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be different, depending on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. English... an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. 4 Setting up your computer The AcerPower series is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an AMD CPU.
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... Starting your computer After connecting all the peripheral equipment, start up process is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all peripheral equipment, such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2...missing or appear damaged, contact your computer according to the steps below: 1 Turn on the front of a system crash, press and hold the power button on all peripherals to use your computer From the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. In the event of the ...
... Starting your computer After connecting all the peripheral equipment, start up process is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all peripheral equipment, such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2...missing or appear damaged, contact your computer according to the steps below: 1 Turn on the front of a system crash, press and hold the power button on all peripherals to use your computer From the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. In the event of the ...
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...the outlet. • Remove the two screws on the side panel. • Slide the panel back and off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to shut off . Setting up your computer English System upgrade You can also upgrade the components of your AcerPower... expand your AcerPower series system. Probable upgrades are: - Expand high-level memory - Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your new components. In order to ensure proper setup and installation, please refer to high-capacity HDD -...
...the outlet. • Remove the two screws on the side panel. • Slide the panel back and off the computer and unplug the power cord from a CD-ROM drive to shut off . Setting up your computer English System upgrade You can also upgrade the components of your AcerPower... expand your AcerPower series system. Probable upgrades are: - Expand high-level memory - Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your new components. In order to ensure proper setup and installation, please refer to high-capacity HDD -...
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... lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) floppy disk in and turned on. Q: Nothing appears on . A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the printer's documentation. Q: The printer does not work , contact your computer. Press any of the following : •... switch located on the rear panel of the computer is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you have properly plugged the power cable into an electrical outlet. • If you are possible situations that it with a system floppy disk and press + + to restart...
... lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) floppy disk in and turned on. Q: Nothing appears on . A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the printer's documentation. Q: The printer does not work , contact your computer. Press any of the following : •... switch located on the rear panel of the computer is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you have properly plugged the power cable into an electrical outlet. • If you are possible situations that it with a system floppy disk and press + + to restart...
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... • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Cleaning and servicing To clean... your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with your software and/or drivers to see if you maximize the durability of your computer Please read the ...
... • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Cleaning and servicing To clean... your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with your software and/or drivers to see if you maximize the durability of your computer Please read the ...
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... personnel. 11 Unplug this product through cabinet slots as opening or removing covers may expose you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your accessories box) for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the equipment plugged into the product. 10 Do not attempt...the product. f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in installation unless proper ventilation is damaged or frayed. Adjust only those controls that the total rating of all servicing to...
... personnel. 11 Unplug this product through cabinet slots as opening or removing covers may expose you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your accessories box) for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the equipment plugged into the product. 10 Do not attempt...the product. f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in installation unless proper ventilation is damaged or frayed. Adjust only those controls that the total rating of all servicing to...
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...Surge EN61000-4-6: 1996/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.6: 1999 Conductive disturbance EN61000-4-8: 1993/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.8: 2002 Power frequency magnetic field EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.11: 1999 Voltage dips / short interruption and voltage variation... C Standard EN61000-3-2: 2000 AS/NZS 61000.3.2: 2003 Description Limits for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. English 16 Declaration of conformity for harmonics current emissions Results Pass Hsichih, Taipei Hsien ...
...Surge EN61000-4-6: 1996/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.6: 1999 Conductive disturbance EN61000-4-8: 1993/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.8: 2002 Power frequency magnetic field EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.11: 1999 Voltage dips / short interruption and voltage variation... C Standard EN61000-3-2: 2000 AS/NZS 61000.3.2: 2003 Description Limits for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. English 16 Declaration of conformity for harmonics current emissions Results Pass Hsichih, Taipei Hsien ...
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Chapter1 System Specifications 1 Features 2 Mainboard Placement 5 Block Diagram 7 Aspire T180 Front Panel 8 Aspire T180 Rear Panel 9 AcerPower M8 Front Panel 10 AcerPower M8 Rear Panel 12 System Peripherals 13 Acer eRecovery 15 Acer disc-to-disc recovery 17 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 Power Management Function (ACPI support function) . . . . 23 Chapter2 System Utilities 24 Entering Setup 25 Product...
Chapter1 System Specifications 1 Features 2 Mainboard Placement 5 Block Diagram 7 Aspire T180 Front Panel 8 Aspire T180 Rear Panel 9 AcerPower M8 Front Panel 10 AcerPower M8 Rear Panel 12 System Peripherals 13 Acer eRecovery 15 Acer disc-to-disc recovery 17 Hardware Specifications and Configurations 18 Power Management Function (ACPI support function) . . . . 23 Chapter2 System Utilities 24 Entering Setup 25 Product...
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.../2 Mouse Port T 1 Parallel Port, 1 Serial Port T 1 VGA(CRT) Port T 1 LAN Port T 4 USB Ports for non-1394 sku; 4 USB ports + IEEE1394 port for on board connecter Power Supply T PSP Type : 250/300W 4 Chapter 1
.../2 Mouse Port T 1 Parallel Port, 1 Serial Port T 1 VGA(CRT) Port T 1 LAN Port T 4 USB Ports for non-1394 sku; 4 USB ports + IEEE1394 port for on board connecter Power Supply T PSP Type : 250/300W 4 Chapter 1
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... Mouse Connector Parallel Port USB Dual Port +1394 USB Dual Port +LAN Connector Rear Audio Connector Floppy Connector HDD Primary Connector CPU Fan System Fan Power Fan CD-in low profile header USB Header with INTEL spec. USB Header with INTEL spec. Front Panel with INTEL spec. Chapter 1 5 Mainboard Placement No...
... Mouse Connector Parallel Port USB Dual Port +1394 USB Dual Port +LAN Connector Rear Audio Connector Floppy Connector HDD Primary Connector CPU Fan System Fan Power Fan CD-in low profile header USB Header with INTEL spec. USB Header with INTEL spec. Front Panel with INTEL spec. Chapter 1 5 Mainboard Placement No...
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Aspire T180 Front Panel The computer's front panel consists of the following: No. DescriptioLnabel 1 2 3 4 5 6 DNesoc.riptiDonescription Optical drive Floppy disk drive Power button Speaker or headphone jack Microphone jack USB ports 8 Chapter 1
Aspire T180 Front Panel The computer's front panel consists of the following: No. DescriptioLnabel 1 2 3 4 5 6 DNesoc.riptiDonescription Optical drive Floppy disk drive Power button Speaker or headphone jack Microphone jack USB ports 8 Chapter 1
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Aspire T180 Rear Panel No. Description 1 Power cord socket 3 Fan aperture 5 PS/2 mouse connector 7 Printer connector 9 USB 2.0 ports 11 Microphone jack 13 Line-in jack No. Description No. Description No. Description 2 Voltage selector switch 4 PS/2 keyboard connector 6 Serial port 8 Monitor connector 10 RJ-45 Ethernet connector 12 Line-out Jack 14 Extension card slots Chapter 1 9
Aspire T180 Rear Panel No. Description 1 Power cord socket 3 Fan aperture 5 PS/2 mouse connector 7 Printer connector 9 USB 2.0 ports 11 Microphone jack 13 Line-in jack No. Description No. Description No. Description 2 Voltage selector switch 4 PS/2 keyboard connector 6 Serial port 8 Monitor connector 10 RJ-45 Ethernet connector 12 Line-out Jack 14 Extension card slots Chapter 1 9
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AcerPower M8 Front Panel Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Description Power-Button Speaker-out/Line-out Port Microphone-in out ( Front ) USB Ports Optical drive eject button Optical drive Power LED HDD LED Floppy drive eject button Floppy disk drive 10 Chapter 1
AcerPower M8 Front Panel Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Description Power-Button Speaker-out/Line-out Port Microphone-in out ( Front ) USB Ports Optical drive eject button Optical drive Power LED HDD LED Floppy drive eject button Floppy disk drive 10 Chapter 1
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5 4 3 8 2 7 6 1 Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Description Power-Button USB ports Microphone-in & Speaker-out/Line-out Port Optical drive eject button Optical drive Indicators Card reader HDD Chapter 1 11
5 4 3 8 2 7 6 1 Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Description Power-Button USB ports Microphone-in & Speaker-out/Line-out Port Optical drive eject button Optical drive Indicators Card reader HDD Chapter 1 11
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DesDcreispctrioipntion 1 Power cord socket 3 Fan aperture 5 PS/2 mouse connector 7 Printer connector 9 USB 2.0 ports 11 Microphone jack 13 Line-in jack No. NoD.escription Description 2 Voltage selector switch 4 PS/2 keyboard connector 6 Serial port 8 Monitor connector 10 RJ-45 Ethernet connector 12 Line-out Jack 14 Extension card slots 12 Chapter 1 AcerPower M8 Rear Panel No. No.
DesDcreispctrioipntion 1 Power cord socket 3 Fan aperture 5 PS/2 mouse connector 7 Printer connector 9 USB 2.0 ports 11 Microphone jack 13 Line-in jack No. NoD.escription Description 2 Voltage selector switch 4 PS/2 keyboard connector 6 Serial port 8 Monitor connector 10 RJ-45 Ethernet connector 12 Line-out Jack 14 Extension card slots 12 Chapter 1 AcerPower M8 Rear Panel No. No.
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For more detailed information about the speakers, please refer to the audio out (external speaker) port on the actual product. 14 Chapter 1 Speakers For systems bundled with speaNkoetres:, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the included operating instructions. NOTE: speakers are optional and the appearance might be different depending on the back panel of the system.
For more detailed information about the speakers, please refer to the audio out (external speaker) port on the actual product. 14 Chapter 1 Speakers For systems bundled with speaNkoetres:, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the included operating instructions. NOTE: speakers are optional and the appearance might be different depending on the back panel of the system.
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...5. Follow the steps below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data files before you want. While the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to back up automatically. 3. Please enter 000000:" is displayed. 4. Multilingual operating system installation Follow...will be erased.) It is important to enter the recovery process. 3. The operating system and language you first power-on the system. 2. The Acer Recovery main page appears. 6. Acer disc-to-disc recovery Restore without a Recovery CD This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with ...
...5. Follow the steps below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data files before you want. While the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to back up automatically. 3. Please enter 000000:" is displayed. 4. Multilingual operating system installation Follow...will be erased.) It is important to enter the recovery process. 3. The operating system and language you first power-on the system. 2. The Acer Recovery main page appears. 6. Acer disc-to-disc recovery Restore without a Recovery CD This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with ...