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... seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided 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 blocked or covered. If the product falls, it could be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on a vibrating surface. Use a damp cloth for your...
... seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided 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 blocked or covered. If the product falls, it could be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on a vibrating surface. Use a damp cloth for your...
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..., make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into a non-grounded power outlet. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. If you need to replace the power cord set . Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to rest on the marking label. If you are used with a three-wire grounded plug. The...
..., make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into a non-grounded power outlet. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. If you need to replace the power cord set . Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to rest on the marking label. If you are used with a three-wire grounded plug. The...
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... power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Refer all servicing to rain or water. • The product has been 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 explosion if battery...
... power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Refer all servicing to rain or water. • The product has been 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 explosion if battery...
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...advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. Acer is applicable only to Acer system with the ENERGY STAR mark. Acer is ENERGY STAR? The more energy we can save ... lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. Environmental Protection Agency. 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...
...advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. Acer is applicable only to Acer system with the ENERGY STAR mark. Acer is ENERGY STAR? The more energy we can save ... lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. Environmental Protection Agency. 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...
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...your shoulders. • Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any other musculoskeletal disorders. If you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at "sleep" mode. Incorrect computer usage may ...The following symptoms may complain of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your desk to achieve maximum comfort. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in front of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from staying too long in...
...your shoulders. • Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any other musculoskeletal disorders. If you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at "sleep" mode. Incorrect computer usage may ...The following symptoms may complain of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your desk to achieve maximum comfort. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in front of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from staying too long in...
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... as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend 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 a piece of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge. • Avoid adjusting your eyes. Developing good work habits Develop...
... as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend 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 a piece of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge. • Avoid adjusting your eyes. Developing good work habits Develop...
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... 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 3 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 4 System upgrade (selected models only) 4 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Frequently asked questions 6 Taking care of your computer 8 Important tips 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 To clean...
... 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 3 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 4 System upgrade (selected models only) 4 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Frequently asked questions 6 Taking care of your computer 8 Important tips 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 To clean...
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... keyboard connector (selected models only) SPDIF VGA port (selected models only) Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack (selected models only) 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 (selected models only) Serial port (selected models only) USB port (selected models only) RJ-45 Ethernet connector...
... keyboard connector (selected models only) SPDIF VGA port (selected models only) Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack (selected models only) 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 (selected models only) Serial port (selected models only) USB port (selected models only) RJ-45 Ethernet connector...
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... Recovery button (selected models only) Icon USB 3.0 USB 3.0 ports (selected models only) DP Display port (selected models only) The Display port adapter is availble on the rear panel (selected models only): Color/use Blue Green Pink Headphone Stereo Headphone Front Mic-in Mic-in Quadraphonic 5.1 CH Rear Rear Front Front Mic-in jack (selected models only) Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. DVI DVI port (selected models only) Description Network / hard disk drive indicators (selected models...
... Recovery button (selected models only) Icon USB 3.0 USB 3.0 ports (selected models only) DP Display port (selected models only) The Display port adapter is availble on the rear panel (selected models only): Color/use Blue Green Pink Headphone Stereo Headphone Front Mic-in Mic-in Quadraphonic 5.1 CH Rear Rear Front Front Mic-in jack (selected models only) Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. DVI DVI port (selected models only) Description Network / hard disk drive indicators (selected models...
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... software applications. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. CAUTION: Please use . Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use the foot stand when placing your PC in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may vary by models). Opening the package Open...
... software applications. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. CAUTION: Please use . Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use the foot stand when placing your PC in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may vary by models). Opening the package Open...
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... to the steps below: 1 Turn on all peripheral devices. Once the start your computer Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by adding components. Shutting down , turn off all peripheral equipment, such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the front of your computer In the event of a system crash, press and hold the power button on the system. After the...
... to the steps below: 1 Turn on all peripheral devices. Once the start your computer Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by adding components. Shutting down , turn off all peripheral equipment, such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the front of your computer In the event of a system crash, press and hold the power button on the system. After the...
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... memory • Upgrade from a CD-ROM drive to shut off the computer and unplug the power cord from the outlet. • Remove the screws on the chassis. • Slide the panel off. English 5 Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models...
... memory • Upgrade from a CD-ROM drive to shut off the computer and unplug the power cord from the outlet. • Remove the screws on the chassis. • Slide the panel off. English 5 Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models...
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..., remove or replace it is lit, check the following : • Check if the voltage selector switch located on . Insert the start-up . Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up disk you created during the use of the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on the screen. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. If the LED is plugged...
..., remove or replace it is lit, check the following : • Check if the voltage selector switch located on . Insert the start-up . Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up disk you created during the use of the following : • Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in and turned on the screen. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. If the LED is plugged...
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... option. Look for assistance. If it is turned on . • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are automatically turned off. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to sound on . • Make sure that the printer cable is clean and not scratched. • Check your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. English 7 Q: The printer does not work. Q: No sound...
... option. Look for assistance. If it is turned on . • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are automatically turned off. Contact your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to sound on . • Make sure that the printer cable is clean and not scratched. • Check your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. English 7 Q: The printer does not work. Q: No sound...
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... an optical mouse For users of your screen clean. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for information on page 6 • If you keep your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure that you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your mouse for technical assistance For technical...
... an optical mouse For users of your screen clean. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com) for information on page 6 • If you keep your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure that you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your mouse for technical assistance For technical...
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... and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. However, there is recommended for DVI output. A dual-link cable is no guarantee that to...
... and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. However, there is recommended for DVI output. A dual-link cable is no guarantee that to...
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...service. But, if advance notice is causing the problem. TBR 21 This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - Notice for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with the equipment, discontinue use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed... the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in the first instance. If the problem is a ...use and contact your dealer or vendor. English 12 Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of your equipment. "TBR 21"] for single terminal connection to your service temporarily. Located...
...service. But, if advance notice is causing the problem. TBR 21 This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - Notice for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with the equipment, discontinue use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed... the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes in the first instance. If the problem is a ...use and contact your dealer or vendor. English 12 Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of your equipment. "TBR 21"] for single terminal connection to your service temporarily. Located...
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... Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is not capable, under all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it provide any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this device. Telecom will accept no guarantee that Telecom lines will work correctly in...
... Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is not capable, under all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it provide any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this device. Telecom will accept no guarantee that Telecom lines will work correctly in...
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.../implem.htm for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. This device may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this computer is a laser product. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210...
.../implem.htm for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. This device may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this computer is a laser product. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210...
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...-3-2 Class D -. European single terminal connection to product built with TV tuner module) -. EN55020 (Applicable to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).) RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in homogenous material are in force to assure that : Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: Personal Computer Acer AcerSystem XXX-xxx...
...-3-2 Class D -. European single terminal connection to product built with TV tuner module) -. EN55020 (Applicable to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).) RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in homogenous material are in force to assure that : Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: Personal Computer Acer AcerSystem XXX-xxx...
