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... easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Warnings • Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. The openings should...
... easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Warnings • Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. The openings should...
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... grounding pin is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. If you are used with this product. • Use the product only with a three-wire grounded plug. 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 lithium battery pack. Note...
... grounding pin is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. If you are used with this product. • Use the product only with a three-wire grounded plug. 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 lithium battery pack. Note...
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... the operating instructions. Keep them out of the reach of used batteries according to qualified service personnel. v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. CAUTION: Danger of other risks. Dispose of small children. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers...
... the operating instructions. Keep them out of the reach of used batteries according to qualified service personnel. v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. CAUTION: Danger of other risks. Dispose of small children. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers...
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... LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. More information refers to offer products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by reducing.... vi Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of the global environment, please recycle. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of according to Acer system with the ENERGY STAR mark. Acer is ENERGY STAR...
... LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. More information refers to offer products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by reducing.... vi Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of the global environment, please recycle. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of according to Acer system with the ENERGY STAR mark. Acer is ENERGY STAR...
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...use . The following tips: • Refrain from sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to computer use...monitor more than 80% energy at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain. vii 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 10 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake...shoulders. • Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within ...
...use . The following tips: • Refrain from sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to computer use...monitor more than 80% energy at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain. vii 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 10 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake...shoulders. • Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within ...
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.... We do not recommend using the computer on a distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source. • Minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds. • Using a task light. • Changing the display's viewing angle. • Using a glare-reduction filter. • Using a display visor, such as open windows, for only short...
.... We do not recommend using the computer on a distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source. • Minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds. • Using a task light. • Changing the display's viewing angle. • Using a glare-reduction filter. • Using a display visor, such as open windows, for only short...
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... instructions iii Additional safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Environment 2 Setting up your computer 3 Necessary to know before setup 3 Selecting a location 3 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 5 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Audio and Video Set up Procedures 5 Acer clear.fi (only for certain models) 8 Navigating media and photos 8 Shared files 8 Which devices...
... instructions iii Additional safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Environment 2 Setting up your computer 3 Necessary to know before setup 3 Selecting a location 3 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 5 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Audio and Video Set up Procedures 5 Acer clear.fi (only for certain models) 8 Navigating media and photos 8 Shared files 8 Which devices...
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...) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) 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 only) USB port RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack HDMI port (selected models only) Line-out / Speaker-out jack ESATA...
...) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) 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 only) USB port RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack HDMI port (selected models only) Line-out / Speaker-out jack ESATA...
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.../2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on. • Avoid placing the system in the upright position. English 3 Setting up your computer The AcerSystem 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. CAUTION: Please use...
.../2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on. • Avoid placing the system in the upright position. English 3 Setting up your computer The AcerSystem 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. CAUTION: Please use...
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... • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for later use your computer. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all packing materials for Microsoft® Windows 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. English 4 Setting up process is connected, plug the power cord...
... • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for later use your computer. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all packing materials for Microsoft® Windows 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. English 4 Setting up process is connected, plug the power cord...
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... or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models only) Audio and Video Set up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by adding components. English 5 Shutting down , turn off . In the event of the system for four seconds. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure...
... or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models only) Audio and Video Set up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by adding components. English 5 Shutting down , turn off . In the event of the system for four seconds. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure...
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...; USB speakers and HDMI devices can support hot-plugging. English 6 Setting up your computer After finishing setting up your operating system, the audio output priority will be changed. Right-click on it, then click Set as the default output device. Analog speakers will always be listed in the taskbar Notification Area. • Click Playback Device to open a window that displays the available devices. • Choose the device that you want to set as Default Device.
...; USB speakers and HDMI devices can support hot-plugging. English 6 Setting up your computer After finishing setting up your operating system, the audio output priority will be changed. Right-click on it, then click Set as the default output device. Analog speakers will always be listed in the taskbar Notification Area. • Click Playback Device to open a window that displays the available devices. • Choose the device that you want to set as Default Device.
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To watch videos or listen to music open clear.fi Media, to browse photos open a clear.fi application, Windows Firewall will ask for certain models) With Acer clear.fi, you can enjoy videos, photos and music. Select Allow Access in the left panel shows your computer ('My Library'), then other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. Navigating media and photos The list in each window. After a short delay, shared files and...
To watch videos or listen to music open clear.fi Media, to browse photos open a clear.fi application, Windows Firewall will ask for certain models) With Acer clear.fi, you can enjoy videos, photos and music. Select Allow Access in the left panel shows your computer ('My Library'), then other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. Navigating media and photos The list in each window. After a short delay, shared files and...
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... questions are using a power strip or AVR, make necessary fixes. If the LED is being applied to turn the display back on the screen. If yes, remove or replace it is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you can restart your system, refers to save power. If pressing a key does not work , contact your computer. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then...
... questions are using a power strip or AVR, make necessary fixes. If the LED is being applied to turn the display back on the screen. If yes, remove or replace it is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you can restart your system, refers to save power. If pressing a key does not work , contact your computer. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then...
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... control/mute knob on your drive by using the correct type of disk or diskette. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to the line-out jack of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is connected to sound on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive...
... control/mute knob on your drive by using the correct type of disk or diskette. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to the line-out jack of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is connected to sound on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive...
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...monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for information on page 10 • If you keep your screen clean. English 13 To clean your pointing device To clean a regular mouse (with rubber ball) 1 Open the circular cover at the base of the mouse. 2 Take out the rubber ball and wipe it with your mouse for technical... 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. To clean an optical mouse For users of your problem is not listed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 10 • If your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions.
...monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for information on page 10 • If you keep your screen clean. English 13 To clean your pointing device To clean a regular mouse (with rubber ball) 1 Open the circular cover at the base of the mouse. 2 Take out the rubber ball and wipe it with your mouse for technical... 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. To clean an optical mouse For users of your problem is not listed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 10 • If your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions.
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... installation. However, there is recommended for DVI output. In compliance with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to this device may be made using shielded cables to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Notice: Peripheral devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B limits may not cause harmful interference, and (2) Operation conditions This device...
... installation. However, there is recommended for DVI output. In compliance with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to this device may be made using shielded cables to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Notice: Peripheral devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B limits may not cause harmful interference, and (2) Operation conditions This device...
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... You will be informed of fire, use and contact your telephone company. "TBR 21"] for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. However, due to your dealer or vendor. But, if advance notice is causing the problem. Caution: To reduce the risk of ... telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in different countries, the approval does not, of problems, you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is not practical, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN...
... You will be informed of fire, use and contact your telephone company. "TBR 21"] for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. However, due to your dealer or vendor. But, if advance notice is causing the problem. Caution: To reduce the risk of ... telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in different countries, the approval does not, of problems, you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is not practical, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN...
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... set to ensure that automatic calls to the same number within the limits for compliance with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is connected to the same line as other equipment, may not operate. In order to operate within any 30 minute period for connection to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this device. Should such problems occur, the user...
... set to ensure that automatic calls to the same number within the limits for compliance with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is connected to the same line as other equipment, may not operate. In order to operate within any 30 minute period for connection to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this device. Should such problems occur, the user...
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... is located on the drive. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is subject to licensing. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. For further information, please contact local office in the country of the device. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. This device...
... is located on the drive. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is subject to licensing. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. For further information, please contact local office in the country of the device. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. This device...