Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... trademarks are recorded on the label affixed to their respective companies. The serial number and model number are used herein for accuracy. For your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of Acer Inc. Copyright© 2009 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in the...
... trademarks are recorded on the label affixed to their respective companies. The serial number and model number are used herein for accuracy. For your convenience, we suggest that you enter the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of Acer Inc. Copyright© 2009 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in the...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... into this product through cabinet slots as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to protect it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as possible. These openings must not be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on a bed, sofa...
... into this product through cabinet slots as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to protect it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as possible. These openings must not be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on a bed, sofa...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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...'s power supply is equipped with the performance of this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from the type of power indicated on the marking label. Contact your hearing. • Gradually increase the volume until you . Safe listening Follow these instructions, suggested by plugging in a grounded power outlet...
...'s power supply is equipped with the performance of this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from the type of power indicated on the marking label. Contact your hearing. • Gradually increase the volume until you . Safe listening Follow these instructions, suggested by plugging in a grounded power outlet...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... device and its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. Dispose of electric shock from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions...
... device and its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. Dispose of electric shock from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that are covered by the operating instructions...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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...Acer is ENERGY STAR? 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 and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. vi Disposal instructions...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. ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save money, conserve energy and improve...
...Acer is ENERGY STAR? 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 and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. vi Disposal instructions...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. ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save money, conserve energy and improve...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more comfortable computer use. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and...change. 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 front of the monitor, using...
... your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more comfortable computer use. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and...change. 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 front of the monitor, using...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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...; 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 open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display...
...; 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 open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... 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 contact a service technician 8 Asking 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...
... 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 contact a service technician 8 Asking 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...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... 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/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack Serial port (selected models...
... 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/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack Serial port (selected models...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... specifications listed above are for reference only. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. 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...
... specifications listed above are for reference only. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. Your AcerSystem has standard I /O ports. 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...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... 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. Once the start your computer according to the steps below: 1 Turn on the system. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting...
... 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. Once the start your computer according to the steps below: 1 Turn on the system. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... ensure proper setup and installation, please refer to the instructions provided with AcerSystem computers. 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) 4 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system. System upgrade You can...
... ensure proper setup and installation, please refer to the instructions provided with AcerSystem computers. 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) 4 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system. System upgrade You can...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... to the RCD instruction sheet. If restarting your computer does not work . A: Check the LED located above the power switch. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you created during the use of your system to its original default factory settings. If the LED is not lit, no power is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy...
... to the RCD instruction sheet. If restarting your computer does not work . A: Check the LED located above the power switch. However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you created during the use of your system to its original default factory settings. If the LED is not lit, no power is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you plugged the power cable properly into the floppy...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... using the correct type of disk or diskette. Look for assistance. Contact your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. EEnngglilisshh English 6 A: Do the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is crossed-out, click on . • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers...
... using the correct type of disk or diskette. Look for assistance. Contact your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. EEnngglilisshh English 6 A: Do the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is crossed-out, click on . • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If your problem is not listed in your local dealer or distributor. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. EEnngglilisshh English 8 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. To clean an optical mouse For users of your monitor.
... the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 5 • If your problem is not listed in your local dealer or distributor. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your computer's internal components Asking for maintenance instructions. EEnngglilisshh English 8 3 Put the ball back and replace the cover. To clean an optical mouse For users of your monitor.
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... likely to result in a particular installation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with FCC regulations. If this computer. Operation with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with the instructions, may be determined by turning the device off and on a circuit...
... likely to result in a particular installation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with FCC regulations. If this computer. Operation with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with the instructions, may be determined by turning the device off and on a circuit...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... 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 your equipment supplier in the first instance. If the problem is causing the problem. Caution: To reduce the risk of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. Notice for single terminal connection to...
... 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 your equipment supplier in the first instance. If the problem is causing the problem. Caution: To reduce the risk of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. Notice for single terminal connection to...
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is not capable, under all respects with another device connected to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to its network. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which...
... of Telecom's network services. 2 This equipment is not capable, under all respects with another device connected to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to its network. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which...
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... INN I STRÅLEN Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. Macrovision copyright protection notice "U.S Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.
... INN I STRÅLEN Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. Macrovision copyright protection notice "U.S Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS. English English 13 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.
Acer Desktop User's Guide
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... 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 responsible for this declaration: Product: Model number: Name of responsible party: Personal Computer AcerSystem Acer America Corporation Nevertheless, the PC series shall be operated indoors and installation outdoors is...
... 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 responsible for this declaration: Product: Model number: Name of responsible party: Personal Computer AcerSystem Acer America Corporation Nevertheless, the PC series shall be operated indoors and installation outdoors is...