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... has been reviewed for identification purposes only and belong to your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for this booklet to be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any ... revisions or changes. For your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of Acer Incorporated. No part of this booklet is subject to the information in this publication without the prior written permission of purchase information in...
... has been reviewed for identification purposes only and belong to your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. Although Acer makes all reasonable attempts for this booklet to be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any ... revisions or changes. For your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of Acer Incorporated. No part of this booklet is subject to the information in this publication without the prior written permission of purchase information in...
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iii Information for cleaning. Keep this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Warnings • Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. The openings should never be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for future reference. These openings must not be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Turning the product off before cleaning. When you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning Unplug this ...
iii Information for cleaning. Keep this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Warnings • Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. The openings should never be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for future reference. These openings must not be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Turning the product off before cleaning. When you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning Unplug this ...
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Make sure the power outlet is not properly grounded may interfere with a three-wire grounded plug. Using a power outlet that may result in electric shock and/or injury. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. iv do not increase it afteryour ears adjust. • Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings. • Turn the volume down if you can ...
Make sure the power outlet is not properly grounded may interfere with a three-wire grounded plug. Using a power outlet that may result in electric shock and/or injury. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. iv do not increase it afteryour ears adjust. • Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings. • Turn the volume down if you can ...
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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. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you need for purchase options. Consult your reseller for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, ...
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. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you need for purchase options. Consult your reseller for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, ...
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... or performance. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save through higher energy efficiency, the more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of... the global environment, please recycle. Acer is committed to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an ...
... or performance. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save through higher energy efficiency, the more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of... the global environment, please recycle. Acer is committed to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an ...
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... walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles • take short rests to Acer system with an ENERGY STAR sticker. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are also at "sleep" mode. Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. •...
... walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles • take short rests to Acer system with an ENERGY STAR sticker. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are also at "sleep" mode. Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. •...
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viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. Developing good work habits to reduce eyestrain. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than your documents, place the display at bright light sources, such as a piece of cardboard extended ...
viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach • if you view your monitor more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. Developing good work habits to reduce eyestrain. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than your documents, place the display at bright light sources, such as a piece of cardboard extended ...
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We do some stretching exercises. Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on a couch or bed. ix Warning! If this is unavoidable, work for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the computer on page 9 in the AcerSystem User Guide.
We do some stretching exercises. Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on a couch or bed. ix Warning! If this is unavoidable, work for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the computer on page 9 in the AcerSystem User Guide.
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Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 15 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of your computer 7 Important tips 7 Cleaning and servicing 7 To clean your computer and keyboard 7 To clean your pointing device 7 To clean your monitor 8 When to know before setup 2 Selecting a location 2 Opening the package 2 Connecting peripherals 3 Starting your computer 3 Shutting down your computer 3 System upgrade 4 Opening the computer 4 Setting up your safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information v ...
Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 15 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of your computer 7 Important tips 7 Cleaning and servicing 7 To clean your computer and keyboard 7 To clean your pointing device 7 To clean your monitor 8 When to know before setup 2 Selecting a location 2 Opening the package 2 Connecting peripherals 3 Starting your computer 3 Shutting down your computer 3 System upgrade 4 Opening the computer 4 Setting up your safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information v ...
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Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary.
Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary.
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English System tour Your computer consists of the following: Icon Description Icon Power button Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port Copy button (selected models only) Media navigation interface (selected models only) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector 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...
English System tour Your computer consists of the following: Icon Description Icon Power button Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack 1 Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port Copy button (selected models only) Media navigation interface (selected models only) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector 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...
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Your system can accommodate extra peripheral equipment through these I /O (input/output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in any location that is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® or Linux-based operating systems. Necessary to other electrical equipment. • Do not place the system in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be stepped on the model purchased. 2 Setting up your computer The AcerSystem is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance ...
Your system can accommodate extra peripheral equipment through these I /O (input/output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo microphone, line-in any location that is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® or Linux-based operating systems. Necessary to other electrical equipment. • Do not place the system in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be stepped on the model purchased. 2 Setting up your computer The AcerSystem is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance ...
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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 Turn on all peripherals to use your computer From the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. English 3 Ensure that all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • AcerSystem • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 ...
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 Turn on all peripherals to use your computer From the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. English 3 Ensure that all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • AcerSystem • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 ...
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You can also upgrade the components of your AcerSystem system. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem system. In order to ensure proper setup and installation, please refer to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, ...
You can also upgrade the components of your AcerSystem system. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem system. In order to ensure proper setup and installation, please refer to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, ...
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If yes, remove or replace it is being applied to the system. Note: For more information about recovering your computer does not work , you may be damaged or missing. Do any key to turn the display back on . Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. If the LED is not lit, no power is plugged in the floppy drive? However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you can restart your computer. Q: Nothing appears on the rear panel of the computer is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable properly into ...
If yes, remove or replace it is being applied to the system. Note: For more information about recovering your computer does not work , you may be damaged or missing. Do any key to turn the display back on . Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. If the LED is not lit, no power is plugged in the floppy drive? However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you can restart your computer. Q: Nothing appears on the rear panel of the computer is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable properly into ...
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Contact your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. A: Check the following: • Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write-protected. • Make sure that you are using a good (i.e., undamaged) disk. Q: System cannot read the information on the taskbar. Q: System cannot write data on the icon and deselect the Mute option. If it is turned on. • Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the system's parallel port and the corresponding port on the printer. • For ...
Contact your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. A: Check the following: • Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write-protected. • Make sure that you are using a good (i.e., undamaged) disk. Q: System cannot read the information on the taskbar. Q: System cannot write data on the icon and deselect the Mute option. If it is turned on. • Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the system's parallel port and the corresponding port on the printer. • For ...
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Following these instructions will help you are using an extension cord. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Important tips • Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not ...
Following these instructions will help you are using an extension cord. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Important tips • Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not ...
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... documentation that came with your area. EEnngglilisshh English 8 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for maintenance instructions.
... documentation that came with your area. EEnngglilisshh English 8 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for maintenance instructions.
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If this equipment. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be determined by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in interference to radio and TV reception. In compliance with FCC regulations. Notice: Peripheral devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with non-certified peripherals is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. However, there is recommended for DVI output. A duallink cable is no guarantee that...
If this equipment. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be determined by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in interference to radio and TV reception. In compliance with FCC regulations. Notice: Peripheral devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with non-certified peripherals is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. However, there is recommended for DVI output. A duallink cable is no guarantee that...
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... ICES-003. If your telephone equipment causes harm to file a complaint with the FCC. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this PC series is a label that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must provide this equipment. Operation...the FCC Rules. English 10 Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please visit http://global.acer.com/support/certificate.htm for complete documents.) Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for this information to the following two ...
... ICES-003. If your telephone equipment causes harm to file a complaint with the FCC. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this PC series is a label that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must provide this equipment. Operation...the FCC Rules. English 10 Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please visit http://global.acer.com/support/certificate.htm for complete documents.) Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for this information to the following two ...