Acer Veriton X480G Owner's Manual
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1. stiffness or tightness vii coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and or pain related to computer use consult a physician immediately and inform your company s health and safety department The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward e stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles e take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach if you view your monitor more than your documents place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain 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 eyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain viii Eyes Rest your eyes frequently Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focu2. and video CDs but digital video disks DVDs as well DVD ROM is a type of disk media with enough storage space for a full length movie The CD RW DVD Dual and DVD super multi drive allow you to record or burn recordable and rewritable disks CDs and DVDs like diskettes are also compact lightweight and easy to carry around However they are more delicate than diskettes and must be handled with extra care To insert a CD or DVD into your computer s CD or DVD drive 1 Gently push the Eject button located on the front panel 2 When the disk tray slides open place the CD or DVD gently on the tray Make sure that the label or title side of the disk is facing upward When holding a disk hold it by the edges to avoid leaving smudges or fingerprints 3 Push the tray and it will close automatically Taking care of your CDs and DVDs e Keep your disk in its case when not in use to avoid scratches or other damage Any kind of dirt or damage can affect the data on the disk impair 1 System tour the disk lens reader on the CD or DVD drive or stop the computer from successfully reading the disk When handling disks always hold them by the edges to avoid smudges or fingerprints When cleaning disks use a clean dust free cloth and wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge Do not wipe in a circular motion Clean your CD or DVD drive periodically You may refer to the Cleaning Kit for instructions Cleaning kits
3. and belong to their respective companies Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Keep this document for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Warnings Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on
4. de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Please visit http global acer com support certificate htm for complete documents Compliant with Russian regulatory certification ME61 Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the modem is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon request you must provide this information to your telephone company If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment If they do you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the pro
5. drive correctly e Check if the CD or DVD is clean and unscratched e Check your drive by using a good undamaged disk If your drive can not read the information on the good disk there may be a problem with the drive Contact your dealer or technical support center for assistance System cannot write data on the hard disk or CD R CD RW Check the following e Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write protected e Make sure you are using the correct type of disk or diskette 18 4 Frequently asked questions 5 Regulations and safety notices 20 5 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separa
6. electronic products in the off position use up to 50 less energy than conventional equipment More information refers to http Awww energystar gov and http Awww energystar gov powermangement Note The statement above is applicable only to Acer system with an ENERGY STAR sticker As an ENERGY STAR partner Acer Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency This product has been shipped enabled for power management e Activate display Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity e Activate computer s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity e Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer Long work periods bad posture poor work habits stress inadequate working conditions personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders The following symptoms may appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back numbness or a burning or tingling sensation aching soreness or tenderness pain swelling or throbbing
7. port blue port located on the rear panel of your computer Note When a VGA card is added to the PCI Express slot the monitor should be connected to the add on card and the onboard VGA will be disabled Note Refer to the monitor manual for additional instructions and information 8 2 Setting up your computer Connecting the power cable Caution Before you proceed check the voltage range in your area Make sure that it matches your computer s voltage setting If they don t match change your computer s voltage setting according to your area s voltage range Set the voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your area a Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the rear panel of your computer b Then plug the other end of the power cable into a power outlet c Turning on your computer After connecting the necessary peripherals and plugging in the power cable you are now ready to turn the computer on and get to work To turn on your computer 1 Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer such as the monitor printer speakers etc 2 Onthe front panel of your computer press the Power button Important Make sure that the power cable is properly plugged into an electrical outlet If you are using a power strip or an AVR Auto Voltage Regulator make sure that it is plugged in and turned on Turning off your computer To turn off your computer follow the st
8. the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Do not overload a power outlet strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices The overall system load must not exceed 80 of the branch circuit rating If power strips are used the load should not exceed 80 of the power strip s input rating This product s AC adapter is equipped with a three wire grounded plug The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug Do not insert the plug into a non grounded power outlet Contact your electrician for details Warning The grounding pin is a safety feature Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and or injury Note The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set I
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10. Veriton Series User Guide Copyright 2009 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Veriton Series User Guide Original Issue 02 2009 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronically mechanically by photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Veriton Series Desktop Computer Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other companies product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only
11. age 20 in the AcerSystem User Guide Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Disposal instructions Tips and information for comfortable use 1 System tour Front panel Rear panel Optical drive Taking care of your CDs and DVDs 2 Setting up your computer Arranging a comfortable work area Positioning your monitor Positioning your keyboard Positioning your mouse Connecting peripherals Connecting your mouse and keyboard USB interface PS 2 interface Connecting a monitor Connecting the power cable Turning on your computer Turning off your computer 3 Upgrading your computer Installation precautions ESD precautions Preinstallation instructions Post installation instructions Opening your computer To remove the computer cover To replace the computer cover Upgrading your computer To remove a memory DIMM To install a memory DIMM To reconfigure your computer Replacing the hard disk vi WWNN Contents O9 NN NN NN NI O oo on O VI Installing an expansion card 4 Frequently asked questions Frequently asked questions 5 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice Modem notices Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EU The FCC RF safety requirement Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Re
12. blem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor 22 5 Regulations and safety notices Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord TBR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR 21 for single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment pre
13. can be purchased in any computer or electronics shop 2 Setting up your computer 6 2 Setting up your computer Arranging a comfortable work area Take note of the following when selecting a location for your computer e Do not put your computer near any equipment that might cause electromagnetic or radio frequency interference such as radio transmitters televisions copy machines or heating and air conditioning equipment e Avoid dusty areas and extremes of temperature and humidity e You may place your computer beside your desk or under your table as long as it does not block the space you need for working and moving e To place your PC in a vertical position for selected models e Rotate the plastic stabilizers on the side of your computer e Ensure the plastic stabilizers are extended completely Positioning your monitor Place your monitor at a comfortable viewing distance usually 50 to 60 cm away Adjust the display in such a way that the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level Positioning your keyboard The location of the keyboard is a very important factor for your posture Placing it too far away will make your body lean forward forcing you to sit in an unnatural position Placing it too high will add tension to your shoulder muscles e The keyboard should be placed just above your lap Adjust the keyboard height by flipping the folding stands located under the keyboard e Keep your lower a
14. d mouse set EN301 489 17 V1 2 1 Article 3 2 Spectrum Usages EN300 440 2 V1 1 2 Applicable to non bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set EN300 328 V1 7 1 EN301 893 V1 4 1 Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN 29 Year to begin affixing CE marking 2008 Gasy Lai Aug 13 2008 Easy Lai Manager Date Regulation Center Acer Inc Remark All images are for reference purposes only Actual configuration may vary VO9A1
15. eering or disassembly is prohibited Radio device regulatory notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices 25 European Union EU R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard e Article 3 1 a Health and Safety EN60950 1 2001 A11 2004 EN50371 2002 Article 3 1 b EMC EN301 489 1 V1 6 1 EN301 489 3 V1 4 1 Applicable to non bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set EN301 489 17 V1 2 1 Article 3 2 Spectrum Usages e EN300 440 2 V1 1 2 Applicable to non bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set e EN300 328 V1 7 1 EN301 893 V1 4 1 Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN C for EU nations only List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as we
16. ependent on the equipment PC associated with 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 not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of another 5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing 7 Use of pulse dialing when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a false answer condition Should such problems occur the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service 8 This equipment may not provide for the effective hand over of a call to another device connected 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 available for emergency use Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product The CD or DVD drive s classification label shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM APPAREIL A LA
17. eps below For Windows XP 1 On the Windows XP taskbar click on the Start button and click Turn Off Computer then click Turn Off 2 Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer For Windows Vista 1 On the Windows Vista taskbar click on the Start button and click a then click Shut Down 2 Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer If you cannot shut down your computer normally press and hold the power button for at least four seconds Quickly pressing the button may put the computer in suspend mode only 3 Upgrading your computer 10 3 Upgrading your computer Installation precautions Before you install any computer component we recommend that you read the following sections These sections contain important ESD precautions along with preinstallation and post installation instructions ESD precautions Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage your processor disk drives expansion boards and other components Always observe the following precautions before you install a computer component 1 Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until you are ready to install it 2 Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the computer before handling components If a wrist strap is not available maintain contact with the computer throughout any procedure requiring ESD protection Preinstallation instructions Always observe the following before you install any comp
18. f you need to replace the power cord set make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or 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 expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when the power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed liquid was spilled into the product the product was exposed to rain or water the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions Telephone line safety Disconnect all telephone lines from the e
19. ll as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows 26 5 Regulations and safety notices 1 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems 2 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device 3 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any i
20. lowing EC directives and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements EMC Directive 2004 108 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards EN55022 2006 AS NZS CISPR22 2006 Class B EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 EN55013 2001 A1 2003 A2 2006 Applicable to product built with TV tuner module EN55020 2007 Applicable to product built with TV tuner module EN61000 3 2 2006 Class D e EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 A2 2005 Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard e EN60950 1 2001 A11 2004 EN60065 2002 A1 2006 Applicable to product built with TV tuner module Council Decision 98 482 EC CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment The standards listed below are applied to the product if built with WLAN module or wireless keyboard and mouse R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard Article 3 1 a Health and Safety EN60950 1 2001 A11 2004 EN50371 2002 Article 3 1 b EMC EN301 489 1 V1 6 1 EN301 489 3 V1 4 1 Applicable to non bluetooth wireless keyboar
21. mark All images are for reference purposes only Actual configuration may vary 1 System tour 2 1 System tour Front panel Your computer s front panel consists of the following 5 25 drive bay s 3 5 floppy drive Microphone in jack front Speaker out line out port USB ports OBR One Button Recovery button for selected models 3 4 9 Indicators Power button Rear panel Your computer s rear panel consists of the following Power supply Power cord socket Voltage selector switch PS 2 mouse port PS 2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel printer port CRT LCD monitor port USB ports Network port bh s O e g B gt Audio jack Expansion slots Chassis lock pad DVI port for selected models Audio jacks function table Blue O Line in Line in Line in Line in Line in Green Headphone Line out Front Front Front Pink A Mic in Mic in Mic in Mic in Orange Rear Rear Black Center amp Center amp Center amp woofer woofer woofer Gray Side Note See Connecting peripherals on page 7 Optical drive Your computer may come with a CD ROM DVD ROM DVD CD RW combo DVD Dual or DVD Super multi drive This drive is located on the front panel of your computer The CD drive allows you to play different types of compact disks CDs The DVD drive allows you to play not only old CD ROMs CD I disks
22. memory DIMM socket on the mainboard 2 Align the memory DIMM with the socket a Press the memory DIMM into the socket until the clips lock onto the memory DIMM b Note The memory DIMM sockets are slotted to ensure proper installation If you insert a memory DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket turn the memory DIMM around and try to insert it again To reconfigure your computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of memory installed Run the BIOS utility to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of it Replacing the hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer s hard disk 1 2 3 Remove the computer cover Detach all cables connected to the hard disk and pull the hard disk out Remove the drive rails that hold the hard disk to the disk frame and detach the hard disk Set the drive rails aside Insert the new hard disk into the frame and secure it with drive rails Reattach all cables to the new hard disk 14 3 Upgrading your computer Note Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard 6 Reinstall the metal bracket frame to the housing 7 Replace the computer cover Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card 1 Remove the computer cover 2 Locate an empty PCI Express or PCI slot on the mainboard Remove the bracket lock that holds the bracket to the com
23. nterference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device b Operation in 2 4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing c Operation in 5 GHz band 27 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local Manufacturer Importer is responsible for this declaration Product Model number Name of responsible party Contact person Tel Fax Address of responsible party Personal Computer Veriton Series Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St San Jose CA 95110 U S A Acer Representative 254 298 4000 254 298 4147 28 5 Regulations and safety notices Declaration of Conformity We Acer Incorporated 8F 88 Sec 1 Hsin Tai Wu Rd Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221 Taiwan Contact Person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3120 E mail easy_lai acer com tw Hereby declare that Product Desktop Computer Trade Name Acer Model Number Veriton Series Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the fol
24. omputer and unplug all cables 2 Place your computer on a flat steady surface If your computer is in the vertical position remove the foot stands and place your computer in the regular desktop position Turn the screws counterclockwise to release the cover 4 Hold the sides of the cover with both hands Slide it back about an inch and then gently lift it upward to detach it To replace the computer cover 1 Align the cover s hinges to the housing frame then gently push it in to slide it back into place 2 Secure the cover with the screws Upgrading your computer 12 3 Upgrading your computer Certain components of your computer are upgradeable such as the memory the hard disk the CPU and the expansion cards You need to observe the Installation precautions on page 10 when installing or removing a computer component However for safety purposes we do not recommend that you perform these upgrades yourself If you want to replace or upgrade any of these components contact your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance To remove a memory DIMM Note The memory DIMM has only one notch located toward the center of the module 1 Remove the side panel 2 Locate the memory DIMM socket on the mainboard 3 Press the holding clips on both sides of the memory DIMM socket outward to release the memory DIMM a Gently pull the memory DIMM out of the socket b To install a memory DIMM 1 Locate the
25. onent 1 Turn off your computer and all the peripherals connected to it before opening it Then unplug all cables from the power outlets 2 Open your computer according to the instructions on page 10 3 Follow the ESD precautions described above 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 sections for specific instructions on the component you wish to install Warning Not turning off the computer properly before you start installing the components may cause serious damage Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections unless you are a qualified service technician Post installation instructions Observe the following after installing a computer component 1 See to it that the components are installed according to the step by step instructions in their respective sections 2 Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed earlier 3 Replace the side panels Connect the necessary cables and turn on your computer Opening your computer Caution Before you proceed make sure that you have turned off your computer and all peripherals connected to it Read the Preinstallation instructions on page 10 You need to open your computer before you can install additional components See the following section for instructions To remove the computer cover 1 Turn off your c
26. puter Save the lock 4 Pull out the bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty slot Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging 6 Align the card in the empty bracket and then insert it into the slot Make sure that the card is properly seated 7 Secure the card to your computer with the bracket lock you removed earlier 8 Replace the computer cover When you turn on the computer BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly installed devices If you want to replace or upgrade any of these components contact your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance 4 Frequently asked questions 16 4 Frequently asked questions Frequently asked questions The following questions indicate possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer and each is followed by easy answers and solutions pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up Check the LED located above the power switch If the LED is not lit no power is being applied to the system Try the following e Check if the voltage selector switch located on the rear panel of the computer is set to the correct voltage e Check if you properly plugged the power cable into an electrical outlet e Ifyou are using a power strip make sure it is plugged in and turned on If the LED is lit check the following e Isanonbootable nonsystem diskette in the floppy drive If yes remove or replace i
27. quipment when not in use and or before servicing e To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning do not connect the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment please recycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit http global acer com about sustainability htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD CRT monitor or display Lamp s inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local state or federal laws For more information contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org For lamp specific disposal information check www lamprecycle org vi ENERGY STAR is a government program public private partnership that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency EPA and the US Department of Energy DOE In the average home 75 of all electricity used to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off ENERGY STAR qualified home
28. rms parallel to the floor as you type Your upper arms and shoulders should be relaxed Then try typing with a light touch If you feel any shoulder or neck strain stop for a while and check your posture e Position your keyboard in front of your monitor Putting your keyboard beside your monitor will make you turn your head while you type which could add tension to your neck muscles Positioning your mouse e The mouse should be placed on the same surface as your keyboard so that you can reach it with ease e Adjust its position to allow enough space for movement without making you stretch or lean over e Use your arm to move the mouse Do not rest your wrist on the table when moving the mouse Connecting peripherals Setting up your computer is easy For the most part you only have four things to connect the mouse the keyboard the monitor and the power cable Note The peripherals shown in the connections below are for your reference only Actual device models may vary in select countries Connecting your mouse and keyboard USB interface Plug your USB mouse or keyboard cable into any of the USB ports e lt located on the front and rear panels of your computer PS 2 interface Plug the PS 2 mouse and keyboard cable into the PS 2 keyboard port purple port and mouse port green port located on the rear panel of your computer Connecting a monitor To connect a monitor simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor
29. sing on a distant point Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Display Keep your display clean Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display e Adjust the display brightness and or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity Eliminate glare and reflections by placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds using a task light changing the display s viewing angle using a glare reduction filter using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front edge e Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle e Avoid looking at bright light sources such as open windows for extended periods of time Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive e Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Warning We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed If this is unavoidable work for only short periods take breaks regularly and do some stretching exercises Note For more information please refer to FCC notice on p
30. t with a system diskette and press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt to restart your computer Nothing appears on the screen Your computer s power management function automatically blanks the screen to save power Just press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not work you can restart your computer If restarting your computer does not work contact your dealer or technical support center for assistance The printer does not work Do the following e Make sure the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on e Make sure the printer cable is connected securely to the system s parallel or USB port and the corresponding port on the printer e For additional information concerning the printer refer to the printer s documentation No sound comes out from the computer Check the following e The volume may be muted Look for the Volume icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click on the icon and deselect the Mute option You can also press the volume control mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle from mute to sound on e If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out jack of your computer the internal or built in speakers are automatically turned off System cannot read diskette hard disk CD or DVD information Check the following e Make sure you are using the correct type of disk e Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the
31. tion between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations In compliance with FCC regulations use shielded cables to connect to other computing devices A dual link cable is recommended for DVI output Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 21 Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Remarque l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique
32. viously labelled permitted or certified Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom nor does it provide any sort of warranty Above all it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network services 2 This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances 3 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this 23 device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next call attempt 4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are d
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