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... new editions of this booklet is subject to any limitation of liability set out in the applicable product warranty. For your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. Acer Incorporated makes no responsibility for accuracy. Copyright© 2009 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Changes...
... new editions of this booklet is subject to any limitation of liability set out in the applicable product warranty. For your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. Acer Incorporated makes no responsibility for accuracy. Copyright© 2009 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Changes...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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...-in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to protect it could result in a fire or electric shock. Use a damp cloth for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Never...
...-in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to protect it could result in a fire or electric shock. Use a damp cloth for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Never...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... product's power supply is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. Also, make sure that is used , the load should be operated from unexpected noise produced by hearing experts,to block out noisy surroundings. • Turn the volume down if you can't hear people speaking near you can hear it clearly and comfortably and without distortion. • After setting the volume...
... product's power supply is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. Also, make sure that is used , the load should be operated from unexpected noise produced by hearing experts,to block out noisy surroundings. • Turn the volume down if you can't hear people speaking near you can hear it clearly and comfortably and without distortion. • After setting the volume...
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...; the product was exposed to service this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Keep them out of the reach of used batteries according to normal condition. For...
...; the product was exposed to service this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Warning! Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Keep them out of the reach of used batteries according to normal condition. For...
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...use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. 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. vi Disposal instructions....acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. Products that help customers save your money by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. Acer ...
...use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. 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. vi Disposal instructions....acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. Products that help customers save your money by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. Acer ...
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... injury after 15 and 30 minute of working conditions, personal health and other musculoskeletal disorders. Users are registered U.S. 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 long hours of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long...
... injury after 15 and 30 minute of working conditions, personal health and other musculoskeletal disorders. Users are registered U.S. 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 long hours of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... 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 how to minimize neck strain Taking care of time. viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse...
... 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 how to minimize neck strain Taking care of time. viii • install the external display, keyboard and mouse...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... 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 new components 4 Frequently asked questions 5 Taking care of Conformity 15 Contents Information for your safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use...
... 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 new components 4 Frequently asked questions 5 Taking care of Conformity 15 Contents Information for your safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use...
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... 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/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...
... 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/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...
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... system support varied multimedia and software applications. 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 and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on the model purchased. Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for later use. 2 Setting up...
... system support varied multimedia and software applications. 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 and line-out jacks (configuration may be stepped on the model purchased. Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for later use. 2 Setting up...
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... begin to use your dealer immediately: • AcerSystem • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for Microsoft® Windows® Vista / Microsoft® Windows® XP 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. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all items...
... begin to use your dealer immediately: • AcerSystem • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control for Microsoft® Windows® Vista / Microsoft® Windows® XP 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. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all items...
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... the instructions provided with AcerSystem computers. After the system has shut down, turn off . Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD write (selected models only)r • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card (selected models only) Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within...
... the instructions provided with AcerSystem computers. After the system has shut down, turn off . Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD write (selected models only)r • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card (selected models only) Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within...
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... not work . A: Check the LED located above the power switch. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your computer. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the RCD instruction sheet. Q: The printer does not work , contact your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. If the LED is...
... not work . A: Check the LED located above the power switch. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your computer. A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to the RCD instruction sheet. Q: The printer does not work , contact your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. If the LED is...
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... volume control/mute knob on your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your USB keyboard to toggle from the computer. If your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. 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...
... volume control/mute knob on your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your USB keyboard to toggle from the computer. If your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. 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...
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... to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on how and where to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your mouse for maintenance instructions. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your monitor. To clean your monitor Make sure that...
... to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on how and where to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your mouse for maintenance instructions. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your monitor. To clean your monitor Make sure that...
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... compliance with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to correct the interference by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. However, there is no guarantee that to which the receiver is likely to result in accordance with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to radio communications...
... compliance with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to correct the interference by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. However, there is no guarantee that to which the receiver is likely to result in accordance with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to radio communications...
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... maintain uninterrupted telephone service. This device must be notified in advance to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Notice for single terminal connection to give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. "TBR 21"] for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with the regulations and constraints in the country of use and contact...
... maintain uninterrupted telephone service. This device must be notified in advance to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Notice for single terminal connection to give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. "TBR 21"] for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with the regulations and constraints in the country of use and contact...
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... set up to make or model, nor does it imply that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may not operate. There is no guarantee that any item will accept no responsibility should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service...
... set up to make or model, nor does it imply that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may not operate. There is no guarantee that any item will accept no responsibility should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service...
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...models with this computer is a laser product. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN...device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory information is protected by Macrovision. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by U.S. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. Reverse engineering or disassembly is located on the drive. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS. The CD or DVD drive... audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED)...
...models with this computer is a laser product. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN...device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory information is protected by Macrovision. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by U.S. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. Reverse engineering or disassembly is located on the drive. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS. The CD or DVD drive... audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED)...
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... licensed service, this device. 3 An improper installation or unauthorized use due to 5.25 GHz frequency range. 15 English English The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card is subject to licensing. These radar stations can cause interference with Part 15 of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty. Operation...
... licensed service, this device. 3 An improper installation or unauthorized use due to 5.25 GHz frequency range. 15 English English The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card is subject to licensing. These radar stations can cause interference with Part 15 of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty. Operation...