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... connecting the power cord to the equipment operator as possible. When you plug the power cord into is provided. • Never push objects of power, disconnect power from overheating. Follow all power cords from the computer. Use a damp cloth for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. The openings should never be blocked or covered. Turning the product off before removing the power supply...
... connecting the power cord to the equipment operator as possible. When you plug the power cord into is provided. • Never push objects of power, disconnect power from overheating. Follow all power cords from the computer. Use a damp cloth for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. The openings should never be blocked or covered. Turning the product off before removing the power supply...
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... can 't hear people speaking near you need to replace the power cord set . Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may interfere with the performance of the power strip's input rating. • This product's power supply is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE approved or its equivalent...
... can 't hear people speaking near you need to replace the power cord set . Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may interfere with the performance of the power strip's input rating. • This product's power supply is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE approved or its equivalent...
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... dropped or the case has been damaged. • The product exhibits a distinct change in damage and will often require extensive work by the manufacturer. Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to qualified service personnel. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a qualified technician to restore the product...
... dropped or the case has been damaged. • The product exhibits a distinct change in damage and will often require extensive work by the manufacturer. Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of used batteries according to qualified service personnel. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a qualified technician to restore the product...
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.... For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability04.htm 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 more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability04.htm 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.
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... neck and shoulders. • Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders. • Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any other ...display at the center of physical injury. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working conditions, personal health and other musculoskeletal disorders. Users are registered U.S. marks Tips and information for more comfortable computer use . If you view your monitor more than 80% energy at "sleep" mode...
... neck and shoulders. • Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders. • Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any other ...display at the center of physical injury. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working conditions, personal health and other musculoskeletal disorders. Users are registered U.S. marks Tips and information for more comfortable computer use . If you view your monitor more than 80% energy at "sleep" mode...
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... exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • Placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source. • Minimizing room light by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a couch or bed. viii Taking...
... exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • Placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source. • Minimizing room light by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a couch or bed. viii Taking...
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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 the upright position. Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. CAUTION: Please use the foot stand when placing your PC in and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on. • Avoid placing the system in any location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance CPU. The system can also support an optional...
.../2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in the upright position. Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. CAUTION: Please use the foot stand when placing your PC in and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on. • Avoid placing the system in any location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance CPU. The system can also support an optional...
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... USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control 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 into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. Once the start your computer Opening the package Open...
... USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control 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 into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. Once the start your computer Opening the package Open...
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.... Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD- Setting up Procedures Audio output device priority: Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your computer From the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. RW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax...
.... Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD- Setting up Procedures Audio output device priority: Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your computer From the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. RW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax...
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... be changed. The default audio output device will always be as shown 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. Output device priority (if supported) 1st 2nd 3rd USB Speaker Analog HDMI Switching audio output • Right-click the Volume icon in the table below. • USB speakers and HDMI devices can support hot-plugging.
... be changed. The default audio output device will always be as shown 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. Output device priority (if supported) 1st 2nd 3rd USB Speaker Analog HDMI Switching audio output • Right-click the Volume icon in the table below. • USB speakers and HDMI devices can support hot-plugging.
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... 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. Note: All devices must be connected to explore. Shared files Devices connected to your computer, select one of the screen to control playback. Select a device, then the select the category to the same network. Use the media controls...
... 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. Note: All devices must be connected to explore. Shared files Devices connected to your computer, select one of the screen to control playback. Select a device, then the select the category to the same network. Use the media controls...
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... a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on the rear panel of your computer. English 10 Frequently asked questions The following questions are using a power strip or AVR, make necessary fixes. If pressing a key does not work , contact your system to turn the display back on the screen. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. Q: Nothing appears on . Do any key to its original default factory settings.
... a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on the rear panel of your computer. English 10 Frequently asked questions The following questions are using a power strip or AVR, make necessary fixes. If pressing a key does not work , contact your system to turn the display back on the screen. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. Q: Nothing appears on . Do any key to its original default factory settings.
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... also press the volume control/mute knob on . • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are automatically turned off. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on. • Make sure that you are using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check...
... also press the volume control/mute knob on . • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are automatically turned off. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on. • Make sure that you are using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check...
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... a regular mouse (with rubber ball) 1 Open the circular cover at the base of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for information on page 10 • If you want to replace or upgrade any of your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. When to contact a service technician...
... a regular mouse (with rubber ball) 1 Open the circular cover at the base of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for information on page 10 • If you want to replace or upgrade any of your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. When to contact a service technician...
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... notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to other computing devices must be attached to this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference...
... notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to other computing devices must be attached to this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference...
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...the first instance. If the problem is causing the problem. "TBR 21"] for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. Upon request, you in advance to give an unconditional assurance of problems, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to...does not, of itself, give you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of ...
...the first instance. If the problem is causing the problem. "TBR 21"] for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. Upon request, you in advance to give an unconditional assurance of problems, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to...does not, of itself, give you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of ...
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... compatible with this device. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another . 5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of a different make or model, nor does it imply that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is not capable, under all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment...
... compatible with this device. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all respects with another . 5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of a different make or model, nor does it imply that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is not capable, under all of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment...
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Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. This device may cause undesired operation of use . List of applicable countries This device must accept any interference, including interference that may not cause interference, and 2. For...
Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. This device may cause undesired operation of use . List of applicable countries This device must accept any interference, including interference that may not cause interference, and 2. For...