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Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that may interfere with the performance of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . Product servicing Do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or other nearby electrical devices that...
Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that may interfere with the performance of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . Product servicing Do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or other nearby electrical devices that...
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... 41 Connecting a monitor 42 Connecting the power cable 43 Turning on your computer 44 Turning off your computer 44 Connecting options 45 Connecting your printer 45 Connecting the modem (optional) 46 Connecting to the network 46 Connecting multimedia devices 47 Connecting USB devices 49 4 Upgrading your computer 51 Installation precautions 53 ESD precautions 53 Preinstallation instructions 53 Post-installation instructions 54 Opening your computer 3900Pro 55 To remove the computer cover 55 To replace the computer cover 56 Opening your Veriton...
... 41 Connecting a monitor 42 Connecting the power cable 43 Turning on your computer 44 Turning off your computer 44 Connecting options 45 Connecting your printer 45 Connecting the modem (optional) 46 Connecting to the network 46 Connecting multimedia devices 47 Connecting USB devices 49 4 Upgrading your computer 51 Installation precautions 53 ESD precautions 53 Preinstallation instructions 53 Post-installation instructions 54 Opening your computer 3900Pro 55 To remove the computer cover 55 To replace the computer cover 56 Opening your Veriton...
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... Replacing the Veriton 69/7900Pro's hard disk 67 Installing an expansion card 68 5 System utilities 69 Adobe Reader 71 NTI CD&DVD-Maker (for models with CD or DVD Burner) 72 PowerDVD (for models with DVD) 74 How do I open and watch a DVD? 74 BIOS utility 75 Reinstalling programs 75 Recovering your system 76 Using backup (Windows XP only) 82 How do I back up files from my hard drive? 82 Disk defragmenter (Windows...
... Replacing the Veriton 69/7900Pro's hard disk 67 Installing an expansion card 68 5 System utilities 69 Adobe Reader 71 NTI CD&DVD-Maker (for models with CD or DVD Burner) 72 PowerDVD (for models with DVD) 74 How do I open and watch a DVD? 74 BIOS utility 75 Reinstalling programs 75 Recovering your system 76 Using backup (Windows XP only) 82 How do I back up files from my hard drive? 82 Disk defragmenter (Windows...
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... "Password Setup" to access frequently used functions and manage your screen, it except by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. • Acer eAcoustics Management offers a useful tool to do so. If you lose your password, there is no method to reset it features the following handy utilities: • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media and interfaces. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects...
... "Password Setup" to access frequently used functions and manage your screen, it except by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. • Acer eAcoustics Management offers a useful tool to do so. If you lose your password, there is no method to reset it features the following handy utilities: • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media and interfaces. • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects...
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... DVD-ROM drives. • Floppy disk drives - 3.5-inch disks only. • Interfaces - includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any reboot necessary, and will immediately be set , you can apply locks to any kind of the devices types. 5 Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock your removable data, optical and floppy drives to ensure that can be mounted as a file system when plugged...
... DVD-ROM drives. • Floppy disk drives - 3.5-inch disks only. • Interfaces - includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any reboot necessary, and will immediately be set , you can apply locks to any kind of the devices types. 5 Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock your removable data, optical and floppy drives to ensure that can be mounted as a file system when plugged...
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... rear panel) • High-speed V.92, 56K fax/modem (manufacturing option) • Gigabit Ethernet LAN support with remote wake-up to 7.1 surround sound, audio CODEC support for 44.1k/48k/ 96k/192kHz quality, multiple streams. • 3D quality audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/line-in, audio-out/line-out, headphone-out and microphone-in interfaces Connectivity • Two PS/2 interfaces for mouse and keyboard • One serial port (optional...
... rear panel) • High-speed V.92, 56K fax/modem (manufacturing option) • Gigabit Ethernet LAN support with remote wake-up to 7.1 surround sound, audio CODEC support for 44.1k/48k/ 96k/192kHz quality, multiple streams. • 3D quality audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/line-in, audio-out/line-out, headphone-out and microphone-in interfaces Connectivity • Two PS/2 interfaces for mouse and keyboard • One serial port (optional...
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Note: Refer to the add-on the rear panel of your computer Connecting a monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor port (blue port) located on card and the onboard VGA will be disabled. 42 3 Setting up your computer . Note: When a VGA card is added to the PCI Express slot, the monitor should be connected to the monitor manual for additional instructions and information.
Note: Refer to the add-on the rear panel of your computer Connecting a monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor port (blue port) located on card and the onboard VGA will be disabled. 42 3 Setting up your computer . Note: When a VGA card is added to the PCI Express slot, the monitor should be connected to the monitor manual for additional instructions and information.
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into the network port on the rear panel of Connecting to the network You can connect your computer to configure your computer. Note: Consult your network system administrator or operating system manual for information on the rear panel of your computer. 46 3 Setting up your computer Connecting the modem (optional) Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line and handset line your network setup. To do so, simply plug the network cable into their corresponding ports on how to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable.
into the network port on the rear panel of Connecting to the network You can connect your computer to configure your computer. Note: Consult your network system administrator or operating system manual for information on the rear panel of your computer. 46 3 Setting up your computer Connecting the modem (optional) Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line and handset line your network setup. To do so, simply plug the network cable into their corresponding ports on how to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable.
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... your computer without using up its resources. To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into any of cascading peripherals such as webcams and digital still cameras. Your computer comes with eight external USB ports: four on the front and four on the front and rear panels of your computer (light blue Connecting USB devices Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus design capable of the USB ports (black) located on the rear panel.
... your computer without using up its resources. To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into any of cascading peripherals such as webcams and digital still cameras. Your computer comes with eight external USB ports: four on the front and four on the front and rear panels of your computer (light blue Connecting USB devices Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus design capable of the USB ports (black) located on the rear panel.
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... you install any component: 1 Turn off the computer properly before opening it to a metal part of the computer before handling a computer component. 4 Remove any expansion boards or peripherals that you read the following sections. 53 Installation precautions Before you install any computer component, we recommend that block access to the DIMM sockets or component connectors. 5 See the following sections for specific instructions...
... you install any component: 1 Turn off the computer properly before opening it to a metal part of the computer before handling a computer component. 4 Remove any expansion boards or peripherals that you read the following sections. 53 Installation precautions Before you install any computer component, we recommend that block access to the DIMM sockets or component connectors. 5 See the following sections for specific instructions...
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... Random Access Memory (SDRAM)-type DIMMs. You may not be exactly the same as the memory, the hard disk, the CPU and the expansion cards. However, for a maximum memory capacity of 4 GB. (see note) The DDR2 DIMMs require 1.8 volts. You need to form different configurations. Installing additional memory The four 240-pin sockets on page 53 when installing or removing a computer component. 60 4 Upgrading your computer Upgrading your...
... Random Access Memory (SDRAM)-type DIMMs. You may not be exactly the same as the memory, the hard disk, the CPU and the expansion cards. However, for a maximum memory capacity of 4 GB. (see note) The DDR2 DIMMs require 1.8 volts. You need to form different configurations. Installing additional memory The four 240-pin sockets on page 53 when installing or removing a computer component. 60 4 Upgrading your computer Upgrading your...
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To reconfigure your computer's hard disk: 1 Remove the computer cover (see page 55). 2 Detach all cables connected to replace your computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of it again. Run the BIOS utility to insert it . Replacing the Veriton 3900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to the CD or DVD drive, the 3.5-inch floppy drive and hard disk. 62 4 Upgrading your computer into the socket, turn the DDR2 DIMM around and try to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of memory installed.
To reconfigure your computer's hard disk: 1 Remove the computer cover (see page 55). 2 Detach all cables connected to replace your computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of it again. Run the BIOS utility to insert it . Replacing the Veriton 3900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to the CD or DVD drive, the 3.5-inch floppy drive and hard disk. 62 4 Upgrading your computer into the socket, turn the DDR2 DIMM around and try to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of memory installed.
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... hard disk frame to detach it (f). 6 Install the new hard disk into the housing. 8 Reattach the CD or DVD drive and the floppy drive cables. Note: Make sure that hold the hard disk to the housing. Secure it up to the left (d); 64 4 Upgrading your computer 4 Pull out the drive rails that the other ends of the disk drive cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard. 9 Replace...
... hard disk frame to detach it (f). 6 Install the new hard disk into the housing. 8 Reattach the CD or DVD drive and the floppy drive cables. Note: Make sure that hold the hard disk to the housing. Secure it up to the left (d); 64 4 Upgrading your computer 4 Pull out the drive rails that the other ends of the disk drive cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard. 9 Replace...
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... cover (see page 55). 2 Locate an empty PCI-E or PCI conventional slot on the computer, BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) automatically detects and assigns resources to the new hard disk. Replacing the Veriton 5900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer with the bracket lock you turn on the mainboard. 3 Remove the bracket lock that holds the bracket to the disk frame and detach the hard disk. Set...
... cover (see page 55). 2 Locate an empty PCI-E or PCI conventional slot on the computer, BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) automatically detects and assigns resources to the new hard disk. Replacing the Veriton 5900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer with the bracket lock you turn on the mainboard. 3 Remove the bracket lock that holds the bracket to the disk frame and detach the hard disk. Set...
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... card to your computer Note: Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on page 59. 68 4 Upgrading your computer with the empty bracket and then insert it into the slot. See "To replace the side panel" on the computer, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly installed devices. When you removed earlier. 8 Replace...
... card to your computer Note: Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on page 59. 68 4 Upgrading your computer with the empty bracket and then insert it into the slot. See "To replace the side panel" on the computer, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly installed devices. When you removed earlier. 8 Replace...
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... utilities Recovering your system If your operating system files are two modes to recovery your system. One is from system's original settings and another is running the Power On Self Test (POST). Warning: Initiating the recovery operation while the operating system is from a hidden partition on your hard drive that makes restoring your current OS unstable or unusable. After the POST runs, Press Alt + F10 combine key during BIOS...
... utilities Recovering your system If your operating system files are two modes to recovery your system. One is from system's original settings and another is running the Power On Self Test (POST). Warning: Initiating the recovery operation while the operating system is from a hidden partition on your hard drive that makes restoring your current OS unstable or unusable. After the POST runs, Press Alt + F10 combine key during BIOS...
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... technical support center for assistance. Check the LED located above the power switch. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you created during the use of the computer is plugged in the floppy drive? Nothing appears on page 11. Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to restart your system, see "Acer eRecovery Management" on the screen. If pressing a key does not work , contact your system and make...
... technical support center for assistance. Check the LED located above the power switch. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you created during the use of the computer is plugged in the floppy drive? Nothing appears on page 11. Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to restart your system, see "Acer eRecovery Management" on the screen. If pressing a key does not work , contact your system and make...
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... speakers are using a good (undamaged) disk. Check the following : • Make sure you are automatically turned off. See "Connecting your printer" on . • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center...
... speakers are using a good (undamaged) disk. Check the following : • Make sure you are automatically turned off. See "Connecting your printer" on . • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the CD or DVD is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center...
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... another device connected to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this device. In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is DTMF tone dialing. Please ensure that any product is compatible with all of Telecom's network services...
... another device connected to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this device. In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is DTMF tone dialing. Please ensure that any product is compatible with all of Telecom's network services...
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... A accessing the online User's Guide 17 applications 71 B BIOS utility 75 C computer cover remove 57 replace 57 connecting options multimedia devices 47 audio line-in device 49 earphones/headphones 48 external speakers 47 microphone 47 network 45, 46 printer 45 serial mouse 46 USB devices 49 D disk drives CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive inserting CDs/DVDs 32 taking care CDs/DVDs 35 hard disk 35 F features 21 connectivity 21 multimedia 21 performance 21 Frequently-asked questions 87 blank screen 87...
... A accessing the online User's Guide 17 applications 71 B BIOS utility 75 C computer cover remove 57 replace 57 connecting options multimedia devices 47 audio line-in device 49 earphones/headphones 48 external speakers 47 microphone 47 network 45, 46 printer 45 serial mouse 46 USB devices 49 D disk drives CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive inserting CDs/DVDs 32 taking care CDs/DVDs 35 hard disk 35 F features 21 connectivity 21 multimedia 21 performance 21 Frequently-asked questions 87 blank screen 87...