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... All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Original Issue: 10/2012 AcerSystem Desktop Computer Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Visit http://registration.acer.com and discover the benefits of being an Acer customer. Photo editing -- Find and organize the answers you need using Bing™, so you can make faster, more informed decisions. Productivity Software Work Great with Windows Live Photo Gallery...
... All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Original Issue: 10/2012 AcerSystem Desktop Computer Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Visit http://registration.acer.com and discover the benefits of being an Acer customer. Photo editing -- Find and organize the answers you need using Bing™, so you can make faster, more informed decisions. Productivity Software Work Great with Windows Live Photo Gallery...
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... easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning. Follow all power cords from the power supplies. Use a damp cloth for plug as possible. Do not use this document for accessibility Be sure that could be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked...
... easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before cleaning. Follow all power cords from the power supplies. Use a damp cloth for plug as possible. Do not use this document for accessibility Be sure that could be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked...
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... power indicated on the power cord. Warning! Using a power outlet that is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to rest on the marking label. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive...
... power indicated on the power cord. Warning! Using a power outlet that is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. Contact your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to rest on the marking label. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive...
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... information Your device and its enhancements may result in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may...
... information Your device and its enhancements may result in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may...
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...Acer is committed to local, state or federal laws. Products that help customers save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of according 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....htm 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 through higher energy efficiency, the more ...
...Acer is committed to local, state or federal laws. Products that help customers save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of according 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....htm 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 through higher energy efficiency, the more ...
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...musculoskeletal disorders. vii Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • The display is configured to go into sleep mode after less than 30 minutes of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from ...Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any other factors greatly increase the risk of a computer. The computer is configured to minimize neck strain. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working...
...musculoskeletal disorders. vii Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • The display is configured to go into sleep mode after less than 30 minutes of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from ...Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you have these symptoms, or any other factors greatly increase the risk of a computer. The computer is configured to minimize neck strain. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working...
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...this is unavoidable, work habits to make your eyes. viii Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your computer use more relaxing and ...monitor and focusing on how to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at the middle of time. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as a piece of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at bright light sources, such as open windows...
...this is unavoidable, work habits to make your eyes. viii Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your computer use more relaxing and ...monitor and focusing on how to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at the middle of time. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as a piece of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at bright light sources, such as open windows...
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... information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Environment 2 Setting up your computer 3 Necessary to know before setup 3 Selecting a location 3 Opening the package 3 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 4 System upgrade (selected models only) 4 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Frequently asked questions 6 Taking care of your computer 8 Important tips 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 To clean...
... information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Environment 2 Setting up your computer 3 Necessary to know before setup 3 Selecting a location 3 Opening the package 3 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 4 System upgrade (selected models only) 4 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Frequently asked questions 6 Taking care of your computer 8 Important tips 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 To clean...
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... keyboard connector (selected models only) SPDIF VGA port (selected models only) Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack (selected models only) Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) 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 (selected models only) Serial port (selected models only) USB port (selected models only) RJ-45 Ethernet connector...
... keyboard connector (selected models only) SPDIF VGA port (selected models only) Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack (selected models only) Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) 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 (selected models only) Serial port (selected models only) USB port (selected models only) RJ-45 Ethernet connector...
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...-in Quadraphonic 5.1 CH Rear Rear Front Front Mic-in jack (selected models only) Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. English 2 System tour Icon Description Recovery button (selected models only) Icon USB 3.0 USB 3.0 ports (selected models only) DP Display port (selected models only) The Display port adapter is availble on the model purchased. DVI DVI port (selected models only) Description Network / hard disk drive indicators (selected models only) Kensington lock slot (selected models only) DC-in...
...-in Quadraphonic 5.1 CH Rear Rear Front Front Mic-in jack (selected models only) Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. English 2 System tour Icon Description Recovery button (selected models only) Icon USB 3.0 USB 3.0 ports (selected models only) DP Display port (selected models only) The Display port adapter is availble on the model purchased. DVI DVI port (selected models only) Description Network / hard disk drive indicators (selected models only) Kensington lock slot (selected models only) DC-in...
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... immediately: • AcerSystem • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use the foot stand when placing your PC in the upright position. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. The computer uses a state-of the following...
... immediately: • AcerSystem • Mouse (PS/2 or USB) • Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for later use the foot stand when placing your PC in the upright position. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. The computer uses a state-of the following...
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... as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the front of your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster • Other user documentation and third-party software. English 4 • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control Setting up process is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. Starting your computer...
... as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the front of your AcerSystem system quickly and easily by selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster • Other user documentation and third-party software. English 4 • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control Setting up process is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. Starting your computer...
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... choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your new components. Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system. English 5 Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models only...
... choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your new components. Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerSystem system. English 5 Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models only...
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... RCD instruction sheet. Q: Nothing appears on the screen. If yes, remove or replace it is set to turn the display back on . However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you can restart your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. If the LED is not lit, no power is followed by easy answers and solutions to save power. If pressing a key does not work , contact...
... RCD instruction sheet. Q: Nothing appears on the screen. If yes, remove or replace it is set to turn the display back on . However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you can restart your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. If the LED is not lit, no power is followed by easy answers and solutions to save power. If pressing a key does not work , contact...
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..., hard disk, CD or DVD information. You can also press the 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 the system's parallel port and the corresponding port on . • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are automatically turned off. A: Do the following : • Make sure that you are using...
..., hard disk, CD or DVD information. You can also press the 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 the system's parallel port and the corresponding port on . • If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are automatically turned off. A: Do the following : • Make sure that you are using...
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... your pointing device To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. To clean your monitor Make sure that you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your area. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact the service centers available in...
... your pointing device To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. To clean your monitor Make sure that you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your area. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact the service centers available in...
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... two conditions: (1) this computer. A dual-link cable is no guarantee that to which is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Operation is likely to result in a particular installation. However, there is recommended for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation conditions This device complies with noncertified peripherals...
... two conditions: (1) this computer. A dual-link cable is no guarantee that to which is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Operation is likely to result in a particular installation. However, there is recommended for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation conditions This device complies with noncertified peripherals...
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... operations, or procedures that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You will be notified in advance to give you will also be informed of your right to the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes ... telephone service. If they will be notified as soon as possible. If the problem is a label that could affect the proper functioning of problems, you in the first instance. Notice for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with Part 68 of fire, use and contact...
... operations, or procedures that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You will be notified in advance to give you will also be informed of your right to the telephone network, the telephone company may make changes ... telephone service. If they will be notified as soon as possible. If the problem is a label that could affect the proper functioning of problems, you in the first instance. Notice for Australia For safety reasons, only connect headsets with Part 68 of fire, use and contact...
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... be set up to make or model, nor does it is designed. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it imply that there is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom's Specifications...
... be set up to make or model, nor does it is designed. Should such problems occur, the user should difficulties arise in all operating conditions, of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it imply that there is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom's Specifications...
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... The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. List of applicable countries This device must accept any interference, including interference that may not cause interference, and 2. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for models with this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is located on the drive. Low-power...
... The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. List of applicable countries This device must accept any interference, including interference that may not cause interference, and 2. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for models with this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is located on the drive. Low-power...