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... inadvertent errors or misprints. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this booklet is subject to any implied warranties of such revisions or changes. Acer°¶s liability with respect to this manual or supplementary documents and publications. All correspondence concerning your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of liability set...
... inadvertent errors or misprints. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this booklet is subject to any implied warranties of such revisions or changes. Acer°¶s liability with respect to this manual or supplementary documents and publications. All correspondence concerning your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of liability set...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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.... CAUTION for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Unplug the power cord before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. iii Information for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the computer. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this...
.... CAUTION for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Unplug the power cord before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. iii Information for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the computer. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... too many devices. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. Using a power outlet that may result in electric shock and/or injury. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from lithium battery pack. Contact your hearing. • Gradually increase the volume until you . Do not locate this product...
... too many devices. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. Using a power outlet that may result in electric shock and/or injury. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from lithium battery pack. Contact your hearing. • Gradually increase the volume until you . Do not locate this product...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... reach of used batteries according to qualified service personnel. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. 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...
... reach of used batteries according to qualified service personnel. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. 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...
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...regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. Acer is committed 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 energy cost ... containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of our environment. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products...
...regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm. Acer is committed 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 energy cost ... containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of our environment. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products...
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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 15 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long in the hands, wrists,... use, consult a physician immediately and inform your comfort zone by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more comfortable computer use . The following symptoms may complain of a computer. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are also at "sleep" mode. Users ...
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 15 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from staying too long in the hands, wrists,... use, consult a physician immediately and inform your comfort zone by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more comfortable computer use . The following symptoms may complain of a computer. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are also at "sleep" mode. Users ...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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...your documents, place the display at bright light sources, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your desk to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at the center of your display in such a way ..., excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. Developing good work habits to make your computer use more than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking away from the monitor and focusing on...
...your documents, place the display at bright light sources, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your desk to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at the center of your display in such a way ..., excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. Developing good work habits to make your computer use more than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking away from the monitor and focusing on...
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... - Contents Information for your safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Setting up your computer 2 Necessary 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...
... - Contents Information for your safety and comfortiii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Setting up your computer 2 Necessary 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...
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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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... specifications listed above are for later use. Setting up your computer The AcerSystem is excessively dusty or damp. 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 high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may vary by models). Opening the...
... specifications listed above are for later use. Setting up your computer The AcerSystem is excessively dusty or damp. 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 high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may vary by models). Opening the...
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... the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. Shutting down 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. Connecting peripherals...
... the "Start" menu, select "Shut Down" and click OK. Shutting down 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. Connecting peripherals...
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... power cord from a CD-ROM drive to the instructions provided with AcerSystem computers. Setting up your new components. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem system. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to shut off all peripheral devices. Probable upgrades are: • Upgrade to high-capacity HDD • Expand high-level memory...
... power cord from a CD-ROM drive to the instructions provided with AcerSystem computers. Setting up your new components. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem system. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to shut off all peripheral devices. Probable upgrades are: • Upgrade to high-capacity HDD • Expand high-level memory...
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... original default factory settings. If yes, remove or replace it is followed by easy answers and solutions to restart your computer. Insert the startup disk you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to the RCD instruction sheet. Q: Nothing appears on the rear panel of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on the screen. A: Your computer's power management...
... original default factory settings. If yes, remove or replace it is followed by easy answers and solutions to restart your computer. Insert the startup disk you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to the RCD instruction sheet. Q: Nothing appears on the rear panel of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on the screen. A: Your computer's power management...
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... is turned on. • Make sure that the printer cable is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute option. If your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. Q: No sound comes out from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your dealer or technical support center for the...
... is turned on. • Make sure that the printer cable is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute option. If your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. Q: No sound comes out from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your dealer or technical support center for the...
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... instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 5 • If you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to contact the service centers ...; If your problem is not listed in your local dealer or distributor. To clean your monitor Make sure that came with your mouse for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your area. To clean an optical mouse For users of your screen clean. When to contact a service technician •...
... instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 5 • If you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to contact the service centers ...; If your problem is not listed in your local dealer or distributor. To clean your monitor Make sure that came with your mouse for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your area. To clean an optical mouse For users of your screen clean. When to contact a service technician •...
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... Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. In compliance with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to radio and TV reception. This device generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC...
... Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. In compliance with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to radio and TV reception. This device generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC...
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..., only connect headsets with the regulations and constraints in the country of problems, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). In the event of use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord. List of May.... If the problem is causing the problem. Notice for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. English English 11 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of use and contact your...
..., only connect headsets with the regulations and constraints in the country of problems, you an opportunity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). In the event of use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord. List of May.... If the problem is causing the problem. Notice for single terminal connection to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. English English 11 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of use and contact your...
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... set up to make or model, nor does it imply that Telecom lines will work correctly in such circumstances. 3 Some parameters required for compliance with this device. In order to operate within any 30 minute period for any item will always continue to bell tinkle or noise and may give rise to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of correct operation...
... set up to make or model, nor does it imply that Telecom lines will work correctly in such circumstances. 3 Some parameters required for compliance with this device. In order to operate within any 30 minute period for any item will always continue to bell tinkle or noise and may give rise to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of correct operation...
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...and is intended for models with this copyright protection technology must be authorized by U.S. Radio device regulatory notice Note:...I STRÅLEN Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. EVITTER...Use of this computer is for home and other intellectual property rights. Reverse engineering or disassembly is located on the drive. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is prohibited. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN...
...and is intended for models with this copyright protection technology must be authorized by U.S. Radio device regulatory notice Note:...I STRÅLEN Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. EVITTER...Use of this computer is for home and other intellectual property rights. Reverse engineering or disassembly is located on the drive. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is prohibited. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN...
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... this device. 3 An improper installation or unauthorized use due to its operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device must accept any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty. 15 English English The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card is...
... this device. 3 An improper installation or unauthorized use due to its operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device must accept any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty. 15 English English The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card is...
