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... implied, with respect to your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. No part of this publication may be made periodically to the information in this manual or supplementary documents and publications. All correspondence concerning your computer. Copyright© 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or...
... implied, with respect to your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. No part of this publication may be made periodically to the information in this manual or supplementary documents and publications. All correspondence concerning your computer. Copyright© 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire series User's Guide Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or...
Aspire T690 User's Guide EN
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... USB, manufacturing option) 3 Speakers 3 Setting up your computer 4 Necessary to know before setup 4 Selecting a location 4 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 5 Starting your computer 5 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 6 Opening the computer 6 Setting up new components 6 Troubleshooting 7 Taking care of your computer 9 Important tips 9 Cleaning and servicing 9 To clean your computer and keyboard 9 To clean your pointing device 10 To clean your optical mouse 10 To clean your monitor 10...
... USB, manufacturing option) 3 Speakers 3 Setting up your computer 4 Necessary to know before setup 4 Selecting a location 4 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 5 Starting your computer 5 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 6 Opening the computer 6 Setting up new components 6 Troubleshooting 7 Taking care of your computer 9 Important tips 9 Cleaning and servicing 9 To clean your computer and keyboard 9 To clean your pointing device 10 To clean your optical mouse 10 To clean your monitor 10...
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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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...-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 or DVD writer (optional) • High-capacity, PATA / SATA HDD (optional) • Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals Multimedia • Stereo-surround audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/line-in, audio-out/line-out, headphone-out and external microphone-in jacks Connectivity...
...-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 or DVD writer (optional) • High-capacity, PATA / SATA HDD (optional) • Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals Multimedia • Stereo-surround audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/line-in, audio-out/line-out, headphone-out and external microphone-in jacks Connectivity...
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.... Connect the mouse to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. English 3 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Actual configuration may vary. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port...
.... Connect the mouse to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. English 3 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Actual configuration may vary. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port...
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.../2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports and stereo line-out jacks (one in front and one on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. Furthermore, the system is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use. English Note: Speakers are optional...
.../2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports and stereo line-out jacks (one in front and one on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. Furthermore, the system is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use. English Note: Speakers are optional...
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... good condition. Once the start your dealer immediately: • Aspire series • PS/2 or USB keyboard (manufacturing option) • PS/2 or USB mouse (manufacturing option) • Speakers (selected models only) • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to the system. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all items are missing or...
... good condition. Once the start your dealer immediately: • Aspire series • PS/2 or USB keyboard (manufacturing option) • PS/2 or USB mouse (manufacturing option) • Speakers (selected models only) • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is complete, you can begin to the system. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all items are missing or...
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... by adding components. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to high-capacity HDD - Setting up your computer English System upgrade You can also upgrade the components of your Aspire series system. Expand high-level memory - Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your Aspire series system. Probable upgrades are: - 6 Setting up new components You can only use...
... by adding components. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to high-capacity HDD - Setting up your computer English System upgrade You can also upgrade the components of your Aspire series system. Expand high-level memory - Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your Aspire series system. Probable upgrades are: - 6 Setting up new components You can only use...
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...'s power management function automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on . If pressing a key does not work , contact your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. A: Do the following: • Make sure the printer is connected to a power outlet and that may arise during the use of the speakers. Press any of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on the screen...
...'s power management function automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on . If pressing a key does not work , contact your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. A: Do the following: • Make sure the printer is connected to a power outlet and that may arise during the use of the speakers. Press any of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on the screen...
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... correct type of floppy disk. A: Check the following : • Make sure the media is not write-protected. • Make sure you are using a good (undamaged) floppy or optical disk. If your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the icon and deselect the mute option. Make sure the floppy disk, CD or DVD is inserted correctly (rightside up) into the proper drive (floppy disk...
... correct type of floppy disk. A: Check the following : • Make sure the media is not write-protected. • Make sure you are using a good (undamaged) floppy or optical disk. If your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the icon and deselect the mute option. Make sure the floppy disk, CD or DVD is inserted correctly (rightside up) into the proper drive (floppy disk...
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...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 instructions listed in... should not exceed the fuse rating. • Check the documentation that came with water and gently wipe the exterior of the computer and the keyboard. English 9 Taking care of your computer. Following these instructions will help you can select other settings...
...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 instructions listed in... should not exceed the fuse rating. • Check the documentation that came with water and gently wipe the exterior of the computer and the keyboard. English 9 Taking care of your computer. Following these instructions will help you can select other settings...
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... maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact a service technician • If you keep your screen clean. You may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for information on how and where to the documentation that came with your mouse for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your area. 10 Taking care of an optical mouse, refer to contact the service centers...
... maintenance instructions. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact a service technician • If you keep your screen clean. You may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for information on how and where to the documentation that came with your mouse for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your area. 10 Taking care of an optical mouse, refer to contact the service centers...
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... instructions carefully. "TBR 21"] for cleaning. 3 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in compliance with FCC regulations. If the product falls, it could be made using shielded cables to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other relevant provisions of successful operation...
... instructions carefully. "TBR 21"] for cleaning. 3 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in compliance with FCC regulations. If the product falls, it could be made using shielded cables to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other relevant provisions of successful operation...
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... proper type of power supply cord set (provided in a fire or electric shock. f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the product. 10 Do not attempt to service this product where people will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the...
... proper type of power supply cord set (provided in a fire or electric shock. f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the product. 10 Do not attempt to service this product where people will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the...
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... characteristics 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 221 Taipei, Taiwan Personal computer Aspire series Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336....4.5: 1999 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 >95...
... characteristics 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 221 Taipei, Taiwan Personal computer Aspire series Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336....4.5: 1999 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 >95...
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..., Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in Pass low-voltage supply systems... Conforms to the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC as attested by conformity with the requirements. English 17 EN61000-3-3: 1995 A1: 2001/ AS/NZS 61000.3.3: 1998 Limits for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Easy Lai, Director Acer...
..., Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in Pass low-voltage supply systems... Conforms to the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC as attested by conformity with the requirements. English 17 EN61000-3-3: 1995 A1: 2001/ AS/NZS 61000.3.3: 1998 Limits for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Easy Lai, Director Acer...
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...Model: Name of responsible party: Address of the FCC Rules. The following local Manufacturer/Importer is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.... 18 Federal Communications Comission declaration of conformity English This device complies with Part 15 of responsible party: Contact person: Tel: Fax: Personal computer Aspire series Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway ...
...Model: Name of responsible party: Address of the FCC Rules. The following local Manufacturer/Importer is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.... 18 Federal Communications Comission declaration of conformity English This device complies with Part 15 of responsible party: Contact person: Tel: Fax: Personal computer Aspire series Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway ...
Aspire T671 User's Guide ES
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...Center Product Assurance 04/01/2006 Date 18 Declaration of Conformity for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of Information Technology Equipment Including electrical business equipment. This equipment has been approved to Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for voltage fluctuations and flicker in force to the Public Switched Telephone Network...pan-European single terminal connection to assure that production ...supply systems Conforms to comply with the requirements. We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested...
...Center Product Assurance 04/01/2006 Date 18 Declaration of Conformity for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of Information Technology Equipment Including electrical business equipment. This equipment has been approved to Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for voltage fluctuations and flicker in force to the Public Switched Telephone Network...pan-European single terminal connection to assure that production ...supply systems Conforms to comply with the requirements. We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested...
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... Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in low-voltage supply ... Immunity characteristics - Easy Lai, Director Qualification Center Product Assurance 04/01/2006 Date This equipment has been approved to Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Limits and methods of measurement including:...
... Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in low-voltage supply ... Immunity characteristics - Easy Lai, Director Qualification Center Product Assurance 04/01/2006 Date This equipment has been approved to Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Limits and methods of measurement including:...
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.... We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to ... for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Easy Lai, Director Qualification Center Product Assurance 04/01/2006 Date... 18 Declaration of Conformity for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of manufacturer: Declares that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in low-voltage supply...
.... We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to ... for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Easy Lai, Director Qualification Center Product Assurance 04/01/2006 Date... 18 Declaration of Conformity for CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of manufacturer: Declares that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in low-voltage supply...
