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... the product falls, it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is used with this product, make sure that the total rating of all warnings and instructions marked on an unstable cart, stand or table. Using electrical power • This product should never be blocked or covered. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the...
... the product falls, it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is used with this product, make sure that the total rating of all warnings and instructions marked on an unstable cart, stand or table. Using electrical power • This product should never be blocked or covered. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the...
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... to replace the power cord set . Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed. • Liquid was spilled into a non-grounded power outlet. Note: Adjust only those controls that is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that may result in too many devices. Warning! Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers...
... to replace the power cord set . Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed. • Liquid was spilled into a non-grounded power outlet. Note: Adjust only those controls that is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that may result in too many devices. Warning! Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers...
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... before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of used batteries according to local, state or federal laws. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of electric shock from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://www.acer...
... before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of used batteries according to local, state or federal laws. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of electric shock from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://www.acer...
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... respectively. • Wake the computer from sleep mode by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Environmental Protection Agency. marks Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may appear in front of climate change. vi ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR qualified products save you money by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers...
... respectively. • Wake the computer from sleep mode by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Environmental Protection Agency. marks Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may appear in front of climate change. vi ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR qualified products save you money by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers...
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...faces the window or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use . Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by looking at the center of ...Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any light source. • Minimizing room light by : • Placing your eyes from the monitor and focusing on how to reduce eyestrain. The following section provides tips for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by using...
...faces the window or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use . Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by looking at the center of ...Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any light source. • Minimizing room light by : • Placing your eyes from the monitor and focusing on how to reduce eyestrain. The following section provides tips for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by using...
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... optical discs 4 2 Setting up your computer 5 Arranging a comfortable work area 6 Positioning your monitor 6 Positioning your keyboard 6 Positioning your mouse 7 Connecting peripherals 7 Connecting your mouse and keyboard 7 USB interface 7 PS/2 interface 7 Connecting a monitor 7 Connecting the power cable 8 Turning on your computer 8 Turning off your computer 8 3 Upgrading your computer 9 Installation precautions 10 ESD precautions 10 Preinstallation instructions 10 Post-installation instructions 10 Opening your computer 11 To remove the computer cover...
... optical discs 4 2 Setting up your computer 5 Arranging a comfortable work area 6 Positioning your monitor 6 Positioning your keyboard 6 Positioning your mouse 7 Connecting peripherals 7 Connecting your mouse and keyboard 7 USB interface 7 PS/2 interface 7 Connecting a monitor 7 Connecting the power cable 8 Turning on your computer 8 Turning off your computer 8 3 Upgrading your computer 9 Installation precautions 10 ESD precautions 10 Preinstallation instructions 10 Post-installation instructions 10 Opening your computer 11 To remove the computer cover...
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English 2 1 System tour Front panel The front panel of your computer has the following: Icon Description 5.25-inch drive bay(s) 3.5-inch drive bay(s) Microphone-in jack (front) Speaker-/line-out jack (front) USB ports OBR (One Button Recovery) button (For selected models only) Indicators Power button Rear panel The rear panel of your computer has the following: Icon Description Power supply Power cord socket Voltage selector switch PS/2 mouse port PS/2 keyboard port Serial port
English 2 1 System tour Front panel The front panel of your computer has the following: Icon Description 5.25-inch drive bay(s) 3.5-inch drive bay(s) Microphone-in jack (front) Speaker-/line-out jack (front) USB ports OBR (One Button Recovery) button (For selected models only) Indicators Power button Rear panel The rear panel of your computer has the following: Icon Description Power supply Power cord socket Voltage selector switch PS/2 mouse port PS/2 keyboard port Serial port
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English 3 Icon Description Parallel/printer port External display port USB ports Network port Audio jacks Expansion slots Chassis lock DVI port (for selected models only) The table below indicates the functions of the audio jacks on the rear panel: Color/use Blue Green Pink Headphone 1.1 CH Line-in Line-in Headphone Line-out Mic-in 3.1 CH Line-in Front Mic-in Orange Black Gray Center/ woofer 5.1 CH Line-in Front Mic-in Rear Center/ woofer 7.1 CH Line-in Front Mic-in Rear Center/ woofer Side Note: See "Connecting peripherals" on page 7.
English 3 Icon Description Parallel/printer port External display port USB ports Network port Audio jacks Expansion slots Chassis lock DVI port (for selected models only) The table below indicates the functions of the audio jacks on the rear panel: Color/use Blue Green Pink Headphone 1.1 CH Line-in Line-in Headphone Line-out Mic-in 3.1 CH Line-in Front Mic-in Orange Black Gray Center/ woofer 5.1 CH Line-in Front Mic-in Rear Center/ woofer 7.1 CH Line-in Front Mic-in Rear Center/ woofer Side Note: See "Connecting peripherals" on page 7.
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... your optical discs Optical discs must be kept free of your optical drive periodically. Note: Please refer to play different types of compact discs (CD). Any dirt or damage can be handled with a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW Combo, DVD-Dual or DVD-Super multi drive. CDRW, DVD-Dual and DVD-Super multi drives can read CDs, CD-I discs, video-CDs and digital video discs (DVD). A DVD drive can record (burn) recordadable and rewritable discs. This drive is located...
... your optical discs Optical discs must be kept free of your optical drive periodically. Note: Please refer to play different types of compact discs (CD). Any dirt or damage can be handled with a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW Combo, DVD-Dual or DVD-Super multi drive. CDRW, DVD-Dual and DVD-Super multi drives can read CDs, CD-I discs, video-CDs and digital video discs (DVD). A DVD drive can record (burn) recordadable and rewritable discs. This drive is located...
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... should be relaxed. Then try typing with a light touch. Putting your keyboard beside your monitor will make you turn your head while you feel any equipment that the top of the screen is a very important factor for your PC in the upright position. CAUTION: Please use the stabilizers when placing your posture. Adjust the display in such a way that...
... should be relaxed. Then try typing with a light touch. Putting your keyboard beside your monitor will make you turn your head while you feel any equipment that the top of the screen is a very important factor for your PC in the upright position. CAUTION: Please use the stabilizers when placing your posture. Adjust the display in such a way that...
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... a VGA card is easy. Connecting your mouse and keyboard USB interface Plug your USB mouse or keyboard cable into the PS/2 mouse (green) port on the rear panel of your computer. Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into any of the USB ports on the front and rear panels of your computer. Note: The peripherals shown in select countries. Connecting peripherals Setting up your computer is added to the PCI Express slot, the monitor should be disabled. English 7 Positioning your mouse...
... a VGA card is easy. Connecting your mouse and keyboard USB interface Plug your USB mouse or keyboard cable into the PS/2 mouse (green) port on the rear panel of your computer. Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into any of the USB ports on the front and rear panels of your computer. Note: The peripherals shown in select countries. Connecting peripherals Setting up your computer is added to the PCI Express slot, the monitor should be disabled. English 7 Positioning your mouse...
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... power button for additional instructions and information. Plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. Quickly pressing the button may put the computer in and turned on the rear panel of your computer's voltage setting. Make sure that it matches your computer. Connecting the power cable Caution: Before you are using a power strip or an AVR (Auto-Voltage Regulator), make sure that it is properly plugged into the power cable socket located...
... power button for additional instructions and information. Plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. Quickly pressing the button may put the computer in and turned on the rear panel of your computer's voltage setting. Make sure that it matches your computer. Connecting the power cable Caution: Before you are using a power strip or an AVR (Auto-Voltage Regulator), make sure that it is properly plugged into the power cable socket located...
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... start installing the components may cause serious damage. Post-installation instructions Observe the following sections for specific instructions on page 11. 3 Follow the ESD precautions described above before opening it before handling a computer component. 4 Remove any expansion boards or peripherals that block access to the DIMM sockets or component connectors. 5 See the following after installing a computer component: 1 See to it to a metal part...
... start installing the components may cause serious damage. Post-installation instructions Observe the following sections for specific instructions on page 11. 3 Follow the ESD precautions described above before opening it before handling a computer component. 4 Remove any expansion boards or peripherals that block access to the DIMM sockets or component connectors. 5 See the following after installing a computer component: 1 See to it to a metal part...
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... of your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance. Opening your computer Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off your computer and unplug all peripherals connected to replace or upgrade any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed earlier. 3 Replace the side panels. 4 Connect the necessary cables and turn on page 10. Read the "Preinstallation instructions" on your computer on its...
... of your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance. Opening your computer Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off your computer and unplug all peripherals connected to replace or upgrade any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed earlier. 3 Replace the side panels. 4 Connect the necessary cables and turn on page 10. Read the "Preinstallation instructions" on your computer on its...
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... lock onto the memory DIMM (b). Run the BIOS utility to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of memory installed. Replacing the hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of it again. English 13 2 Align the memory DIMM with drive rails. 5 Reattach all cables connected to the hard disk and pull the hard disk out. 3 Remove the drive rails that the...
... lock onto the memory DIMM (b). Run the BIOS utility to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of memory installed. Replacing the hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of it again. English 13 2 Align the memory DIMM with drive rails. 5 Reattach all cables connected to the hard disk and pull the hard disk out. 3 Remove the drive rails that the...
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... packaging. 6 Align the card in the empty bracket and then insert it into the slot. Save the lock. 4 Pull out the bracket on the computer, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the computer. Make sure that holds the bracket to the newly installed devices. When you removed earlier. 8 Replace the computer cover. English 14 3 Upgrading your computer 6 Reinstall the...
... packaging. 6 Align the card in the empty bracket and then insert it into the slot. Save the lock. 4 Pull out the bracket on the computer, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the computer. Make sure that holds the bracket to the newly installed devices. When you removed earlier. 8 Replace the computer cover. English 14 3 Upgrading your computer 6 Reinstall the...
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... the screen to turn the display back on the rear panel of your computer. If pressing a key does not work, you are using a power strip, make sure it with a system disc and press + + to the computer and the monitor. I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. If yes, remove or replace it is lit, check the following : • Check if the voltage selector switch located...
... the screen to turn the display back on the rear panel of your computer. If pressing a key does not work, you are using a power strip, make sure it with a system disc and press + + to the computer and the monitor. I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. If yes, remove or replace it is lit, check the following : • Check if the voltage selector switch located...
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... external speakers are connected to sound on the good disk there may be a problem with the drive. Check the following: • Make sure you are using the correct type of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. English 17 No sound comes out from mute to the lineout jack of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive...
... external speakers are connected to sound on the good disk there may be a problem with the drive. Check the following: • Make sure you are using the correct type of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. English 17 No sound comes out from mute to the lineout jack of disk. • Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive...
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... Your telephone company may make changes in its network. If they do, you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that any item of your equipment. If this device. "TBR 21"] for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with Telecom's Specifications: Caution: To reduce the...
... Your telephone company may make changes in its network. If they do, you should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that any item of your equipment. If this device. "TBR 21"] for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with Telecom's Specifications: Caution: To reduce the...
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... OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate. Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is located on the drive...
... OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate. Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is located on the drive...