Acer 5600 series Personal Computer User Manual
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1. Too Voy 00 002 67 AGP1 AUD1 ATX1 BIOS1 BT1 CD1 COM 1 DLED1 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 FN1 FN6 FAN2 FDD1 IDE1 IDE2 JAUD1 JBAT1 JCI1 AGP slot VT5600G only 5 note Line in top line out middle and rear microphone in bottom ports Power connector BIOS chipset Battery CD in connector Serial connector D Bracket LANScope connector DIMM sockets 1 4 3 pin CPU fan connector CPU ZIF socket 3 pin system fan connector FDD connector IDE 1 connector IDE 2 connector Audio FPIO connector 1 2 Normal 2 3 Clear CMOS Intrusion connector 68 4 Upgrading your computer JFP1 JKBMS1 JPW1 JRECOVER LPT1 PCI1 to PCI3 SATA1 SATA2 SER1 U10 U19 USB1 USB2 USB3 USB4 VGA1 HDD LED Power LED connector Power button and Reset switch controller PS 2 mouse upper and keyboard lower ports Power connector 12V power One Touch Recovery button connector Parallel Printer port PCI slots 1 to 3 Serial HDD connectors Serial port Northbridge Southbridge USB ports Front USB 2 0 connector or Unused Front USB 2 0 connector or Unused USB ports Monitor port VT5600G only Note For the location of the AGP slot on the Veriton 5600G mainboard see page 66 69 Audio board The audio board that came with your computer should look like the figure that follows CN5 CN1 JP1 CN3 CN2 JK1 JK2 C2. minimum of 4 7 GB gigabytes enough for a full length movie The CD RW drive allows you to record or burn CD RW recordable and rewritable discs 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 ROM or DVD drive 1 Gently push the Eject button located on the front panel 2 When the disc tray slides open place the CD or DVD gently on the tray Make sure that the label or title side of the disc is facing 30 3 2 System tour upward When holding a disc hold it by the edges to avoid leaving smudges or fingerprints Push the Eject button again to close the tray To take care of your CDs and DVDs Keep your discs in a disk case when not in use to avoid scratches or other damage Any kind of dirt or damage can affect the data on the disc impair the disc lens reader on the CD or DVD drive or stop the computer from successfully reading the disc When handling discs always hold them by the edges to avoid smudges or fingerprints When cleaning discs 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 can be purchased in any computer or electronics shop 31 Hard disk
3. 2 0 ports two internal two on the front and four on the rear panel High speed fax data PCI modem optional Broadcom 5705 10 100 1000Base T Gigabit LAN support with remote wake up function 14 2 System tour Front panel Your computer s front panel consists of the following 10 6060 Hard disk activity light emitting diode LED System activity indicator Power indicator Power button Optical drive Headphone Earphone port Floppy drive LED 3 5 inch floppy drive Floppy drive eject button Optical drive tray Stop Eject button 15 11 Optical drive emergency eject hole 12 Optical drive LED 13 Volume control 14 5 25 inch drive bay 15 Q Headphone Earphone port 16 e Front microphone in port see Note Y 17 ei USB ports Note The system has two microphone in jacks front and rear However you can not use both of them at the same time By default your system enables the microphone in jack in front and disables the one at the back 16 2 System tour Rear panel VT5600D Your computer s rear panel consists of the following 6000 OOOO 1 Voltage selector switch 2 Green PS 2 mouse port 3 System vents 4 RO Teal or Serial port Turquoise 5 gt Burgundy Parallel Printer port 6 Blue NOT USED 7 A White Network port oo 8 Keyhole 17 9 One Touch Recovery button Optional 10 O Monitor p
4. System specifications Package contents Accessing the user s guide 2 System tour Features Performance Multimedia Connectivity Front panel Rear panel VT5600D Rear panel VT5600G Keyboard Programmable keys Internet Suspend keys Multimedia keys Volume control Mute knob Lock keys Cursor keys Windows keys Function keys Palm rest Optical drive Hard disk 3 Setting up your computer Arranging a comfortable work area Adjusting your chair Positioning your PC Positioning your monitor Positioning your keyboard Positioning your mouse Connecting peripherals Connecting your mouse Connecting your keyboard Connecting a monitor Connecting the power cable Turning on your computer Turning off your computer Connecting options Connecting your printer Connecting the modem optional Contents Connecting to the network Connecting multimedia devices Connecting USB devices 4 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 Internal components System boards Mainboard layout Veriton 5600D mainboard layout Veriton 5600G mainboard layout Audio board Upgrading your computer Installing additional memory Replacing the hard disk Installing an expansion card 5 System utilities Acrobat Reader Acer LANScope optional Norton AntiVirus NTI CD Maker for models with
5. a computer problem persists even after you have checked and done the troubleshooting tips discussed in the Frequently asked questions section on page 99 e If your problem is not listed in the Frequently asked questions section on page 99 e If you want to replace or upgrade any of your computer s internal components Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance contact your local dealer or distributor You may also access the Web site www acersupport com for information on how and where to contact the service centers available in your area Index A accessing the user s guide 7 applications 82 B BIOS utility 90 C computer cover remove 60 replace 61 computer maintenance 113 cleaning 113 servicing 113 connecting options multimedia devices 50 audio line in device 52 earphones headphones 51 external speakers 50 joystick 50 microphone 50 network 47 49 printer 47 D disk drives CD ROM DVD ROM CD RW drive inserting CDs DVDs 29 taking care CDs DVDs 30 hard disk drive 31 F features 12 connectivity 12 multimedia 12 performance 12 Frequently asked questions 102 blank screen 103 no audio 103 no sound 103 printer not working 103 system cannot read disk 104 system cannot write to disk 104 system did not boot up 102 front panel 14 115 internal components 62 internet suspend key email 22 suspend 22 web browser 22 K keyboard 20 application key 27 caps lock 21 cursor keys 20
6. copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Year 2000 compliance statement Your computer carries the Hardware NSTL Tested Year 2000 Compliant logo which certifies that this model has been tested by NSTL using the YMark2000 test and has been found to meet NSTL s standards for Year 2000 hardware compliance Compliant Appenalx B Taking care of your computer 113 Please read the important instructions listed in this section Following these instructions will help you maximize the durability of your computer Important tips Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture Do not spill water on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt Never place the system on uneven surfaces Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug Th
7. corresponding ports on the rear panel of your computer 49 Connecting to the network You can connect your computer to a Local Area Network LAN using a network cable To do so simply plug the network cable into the network port white port located on the rear panel of your computer Note Consult your network system administrator or operating system manual for information on how to configure your network setup 50 3 Setting up your computer Connecting multimedia devices You can connect multimedia devices such as microphone earphone or headphone external speakers and audio line in device These devices will allow you to take advantage of your computer s multimedia features Note The multimedia devices shown below are for your reference only Actual device model may vary in selecrt countries Plug the devices in as follows Note For information on how to configure multimedia devices consult the documentation that came with each device e microphone connects to the Microphone in port Sy pink port located on the front and rear panel of your computer Note The system has two microphone in jacks front and rear However you can not use both of them at the same time By default your system enables the microphone in jack in front and disables the one at the back 51 earphones headphones connect to the Headphone out port P lime port located on the front panel
8. of your computer E Note To adjust the volume of the headphones click the Volume icon located on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen When the volume control pops up drag the Volume control lever to the desired level You can also use the Volume control mute knob on the keyboard 52 3 Setting up your computer e external speakers connect to the Audio out Line out jack Q lime jack located on the rear panel of your computer e audio line in device connects to the Audio in Line in jack Q light blue jack located on the rear panel of your computer 53 Connecting USB devices Universal Serial Bus USB is a serial bus design that is capable of cascading peripherals such as a digital camera keyboard mouse joystick scanner printer and modem With USB complex cable connections can be eliminated Your computer comes with six USB ports two on the front and another four on the rear panel These ports support USB 2 0 high performance external devices such as webcams and digital still cameras They also allow you to connect additional USB devices to your computer without using up its system resources To connect a USB device simply plug the device cable into any of the USB ports black port Note The USB devices shown below are for your reference only Actual device model may vary in select countries 54 3 Setting up your computer Note Some USB devices have a built in USB port
9. your computer Turning off your computer To turn off your computer follow the steps below For Windows XP 1 Onthe 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 2000 1 On the Windows 2000 taskbar click on the Start button highlight Shut Down select Shut down from the drop down window then click on OK 2 Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer If you cannot shut down your computer normally press the power button for at least four seconds Quickly pressing the button may put the computer in Suspend mode only 47 Connecting options Connecting your printer Your computer supports parallel serial and USB printers To connect a parallel printer plug the printer cable into the parallel port amp burgundy port located on the rear panel of your computer Note The printer shown below is for your reference only Actual device model may vary in select countries Note If you are using a serial printer connect the printer cable into either serial port located on the rear panel of your computer In the same manner connect a USB printer by plugging the printer cable into any of the USB ports located on the front and rear panel 48 3 Setting up your computer Connecting the modem optional Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line F and handset line amp into their
10. 100 DDR266 PC2700 DDR333 or PC3200 DDR400 modules in the DDR DIMM sockets Contact your dealer for qualified DIMM vendors Each DDR DIMM socket is independent from the other This independence allows you to install DDR DIMMs with different capacities to form different configurations To remove a DDR DIMM Note The DDR DIMM has only one notch located on the center of the module 1 Remove the computer cover see page 60 2 Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard 71 Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR DIMM socket outward to release the DDR DIMM 1 2 Gently pull the DDR DIMM out of the socket 3 3 To install a DDR DIMM 1 Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard 72 4 Upgrading your computer 2 Align the DDR DIMM with the socket 1 Press the DDR DIMM into the socket until the clips lock onto the DDR DIMM 2 3 Note The DDR DIMM sockets are slotted to ensure proper installation If you insert a DDR DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket you may have inserted it incorrectly Turn the DDR DIMM around and try to insert it again To reconfigure your computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of additional memory installed Run the BIOS Setup 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 Remove the computer cover 73 2 Remove the scr
11. CD RW PowerDVD for models with DVD BIOS utility Reinstalling programs Recovering your system Using Backup Windows XP only Disk Defragmenter Windows XP only 6 Frequently asked questions Appendix A Notices Appendix B Taking care of your computer Important tips 49 50 53 99 105 111 113 Contents Cleaning and servicing 113 Asking for technical assistance 114 Index 115 yi Contents 1 First things first This chapter describes the system specifications and the contents of your computer package A 1 First things first System specifications Processor System memory e Intel Pentium 4 1 8 3 6 GHz e Intel Celeron 2 0 2 6 GHz Four SDRAM slots support a maximum of 4 GB dual channel DDR memory Chipset e Intel MCH 865G Intel MCH 865PE Graphics Intel MCH 865G on die VGA card supporting e DVMT technology e Dual View 1 optional VGA port on rear Intel MCH 865PE supporting e Add on VGA card Audio AC97 Codec LAN Broadcom 5705 supporting 10 100 1000 MB connectivity IDE 40 pin parallel ATA IDE slot FDD 1 44 MB 3 5 inch floppy drive PS2 e PS2 keyboard port PS2 mouse port USB Six external USB 2 0 ports Serial port One serial port Printer port Debug Thermal One parallel printer port One 4 LED port Dynamic fan speed control Security e _ Chassis lock Kensington compatible e Chassis intrusion alarm Chassis Three models H80 H40 H34A Wake system Wake on LAN W
12. N1 CN2 and CN3 CN4 CN5 JK1 JK2 JP1 USB 1 1 connector USB ports Standard Audio connector connects to the CN16 of the mainboard USB connector connects to the CN18 connector of the mainboard Microphone in jack front 88 note Audio out port Audio connector Note The system has two microphone in jacks front and rear However you can not use both of them at the same time By default your system enables the microphone in jack in front and disables the one at the back 70 4 Upgrading your computer 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 58 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 Note The mainboard model shown in the following figures may not be exactly the same with the one found in your computer Installing additional memory The four 184 pin sockets on the mainboard support Double Data Rate DDR Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SDRAM type DIMMs You may install 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB or 1 GB DIMMs for a maximum memory capacity of 4 GB The DDR DIMMs should work under 2 5 volts You can install PC2
13. Regulations Remarque l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Save these instructions for future reference 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use this product near water 4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product 5 Slots and openings in the housing and the back or bottom 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 6 This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company 7 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord 8 If an extens
14. Veriton 5600 series User s guide Copyright O 2003 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Veriton 5600 series User s guide Original Issue April 2003 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision 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 electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Acer and the Acer Logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc Other company s product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies 1 First things first
15. Your computer is preinstalled with a high capacity Enhanced IDE E IDE hard disk Refer to Replacing the hard disk on page 72 for instructions on how to upgrade or replace your hard disk 32 2 System tour 3 Setting up your computer This chapter contains step by step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals 36 3 Setting up your computer Arranging a comfortable work area Working safely begins with the arrangement of your work space and the proper use of equipment For this reason it is very important to take time and think about how you are going to arrange your work area Refer to the diagram on the following page as you set up your system Here are some points to consider Adjusting your chair Having the right kind of chair does not necessarily mean that you ll be properly supported It is necessary to adjust your chair to fit your body Proper body posture will make you more comfortable and productive e Avoid tilting your chair If you have a chair that tilts lock the tilt knobs so that your chair will not tilt forward or backward while you are using your computer e Adjust your chair height in such a way that you can sit on it with your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet resting flat on the floor e Rest your body on the chair back Your torso works harder to maintain balance if you do not rest your body on the chair back Positioning your PC Take note
16. a Hard Disc Full Recovery This function will erase all your personal data files fire you sure you wish to continue 5 System utilities 94 4 Click OK again em i restore After 15 seconds the system will reboot and initate the operation Current hard disk Currnet operation Recover Partition number 2 Current partition 1 Partition size 8809 MB File system NTFS 688 MB N File size 225 MB Image file ACER EG Total data Average speed Compression level High Used time 88 81 18 Rest time 00 05 25 Recovering NTFS partition 18 3 After the recovery operation finishes the system will reboot again 6 You will be required to go through the setup process again 95 Caution Running the Recovery operation will erase all files previously saved in your computer so make sure to back up your important files before starting the recovery process If you attempt to restore your system using the One Touch feature and the system DOES NOT respond contact your local vendor or authorised Acer repr
17. ake on modem Mouse keyboard HDD 5400 RPM 40 100 GB e 7200 RPM 40 GB 80 GB 120 GB Optical Drive CD ROM CD RW DVD ROM or DVD CD RW combo Operating system e Windows 2000 e Windows XP Home e Windows XP Professional Novell e SCO Unix e Red Hat Linux Dimensions Mini Tower 424 H 200 W 414 D Desktop 135 H 380 W 420 D Small Form Factor 95 H 324 W 399 D Weight e Mini Tower 8 5 kg e Desktop 6 5 kg e Small Form Factor 5 3 kg Thermal e System temp gt 90 C functions suspended until overrides system temp is below 90 C e CPU temp gt 110 C functions suspended until CPU temp is below 110 C e CPU temp gt 120 C system auto shutdown 6 1 First things first Package contents Before you unpack your computer make sure that you have enough space to set up your computer Carefully unpack the carton and remove the contents If any of the following items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately e Veriton 5600 series computer e Items contained in the accessory box e PS 2 or USB keyboard e PS 2 or USB mouse e User s guide and installation poster e Other user documentation and third party software Accessing the user s guide This user s guide is also available on your computer as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file To access the user s guide for Windows XP 1 Onthe Windows XP taskbar click on the Start button then select Help and Support Center 2 Onthe Help
18. and Support Center home page double click the Veriton 5600 series Online icon To access the user s guide for Windows 2000 1 Double click on the Veriton 5600 series Online icon on your Windows desktop 1 First things first 2 System tour This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer 12 2 System tour Features Here are just a few of your computer s many features Performance e Intel Pentium 4 supporting FSB up to 800 MHz or e Intel Celeron CPU supporting FSB up to 400 MHz e Intel Hyperthreading Technology supported on 3 06 GHz and higher Intel Pentium 4 systems e Intel 865G 865PE ICH5 chipset e DDR SDRAM 400 333 266 4 DIMM slots Expandable to AGB dual channel memory e Power management function e 3 5 inch floppy drive e CD ROM CD RW DVD ROM or DVD CD RW combo drive e High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e Supports USB 2 0 high performance peripherals Multimedia e 3 D quality audio system via onboard audio controller e Audio in Line in Audio out Line out Headphone out and Microphone in interfaces Note The system has two microphone in jacks front and rear However you can not use both of them at the same time By default your system enables the microphone in jack in front and disables the one at the back Connectivity e Two PS 2 interfaces for mouse and keyboard e One serial port e One parallel port 13 One VGA port Eight Universal Serial Bus USB
19. ation A Check the following e Make sure that you are using the correct type of disc See page 25 e Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly e Check if the CD or DVD is clean and not scratched e Check your drive by using a good i e undamaged disc If your drive can not read the information on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive Contact your dealer or technical support center for assistance Q System cannot write data on the hard disk or CD R CD RW A Check the following e Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write protected Refer to the Optical drive section on page 25 e Make sure that you are using the correct type of disc or diskette Refer to the Optical drive section on page 25 Appendix A Notices 107 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 a
20. board has full sized keys that include separate cursor keys two Windows keys and twelve function keys For information on how to connect your USB keyboard please see Connecting peripherals on page 39 O O O O E OO EEN aaa O O E ca A 1 Programmable keys 2 Internet Suspend keys 3 Multimedia keys 4 Volume control Mute knob 5 Scroll lock key 6 Num lock key 7 Cursor keys 8 Application key 21 9 Windows logo key 10 Caps lock 11 Function keys Programmable keys The programmable keys help you directly access a URL Web site or launch any program files or application in your system The fifth key is set to launch the Windows Media Player If you want to configure the settings of each key right click on the Magic Keyboard icon located on the desktop 22 2 System tour Internet Suspend keys The Internet Suspend keys consist of three buttons COOCOO CO He aaa a Jooga Email Launches your email application LU Web Launches your current default browser WWW browser Suspend Press this button to put system to sleep Z 23 Multimedia keys Allow you to conveniently play pause stop ste
21. e total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Check the documentation that came with your software programs to see if you can select other combinations of resolution and color These adjustments could make viewing the screen more comfortable Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord 114 Appendix B Taking care of your computer 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior of the computer and the keyboard Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners To clean your pointing device To clean a regular mouse with rubber ball 1 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse 2 Take out the rubber ball and wipe it with a soft damp cloth 3 Put the ball back and close the cover To clean an optical mouse For users of an optical mouse refer to the documentation that came with your mouse for maintenance instructions To clean your monitor Make sure that you keep your screen clean For cleaning instructions refer to the documentation that came with your monitor When to contact a service technician e If you dropped and damaged the computer e If liquid has been spilled into the computer e Ifthe computer is not operating normally e If
22. esentative immediately 96 5 System utilities Using Backup Windows XP only The Backup utility creates copies of information on your hard disk In the event that the original data on your hard disk is erased or overwritten or becomes inaccessible because of a hark disk malfunction you can use the copy to restore your lost or damaged data How do back up files from my hard drive To run the Backup utility Click the Start button in the taskbar Highlight All Programs 1 2 3 Click Accessories 4 Select System Tools 5 Click Backup A Backup Utility Untitled Woke Job Edit View Tools Help PT Welcome to the Backup Utility Advanced Mode If you prefer you can switch to Wizard Mode to use simplified settings for backup or restore Tee Backup Wizard Advanced ai The Backup wizard helps you create a backup of your programs and files y Ee A Restore Wizard Advanced a The Restore wizard helps you restore pour data from a backup 1 a Automated System Recovery Wizard a The ASR Preparation wizard helps you create a two part backup of your system a floppy disk that has your system settings and other media that contains a backup of your local system partition When Backup starts follow the onscreen instructions to set up your backup profile and schedule For more information about Backup refer to Windows XP help 97 Disk Defragmenter Windows XP only The disk degfragmentation utili
23. ew that secures the metal bracket frame to the housing Set the screw aside 3 Lift up the metal bracket and pull it out 1 2 4 Detach all cables connected to the hard disk 74 4 Upgrading your computer 5 Remove the four screws that hold the hard disk to the disk frame and detach the hard disk Set the screws aside 6 Insert the new hard disk into the frame and secure it with four screws 7 Reattach all cables to the new hard disk 75 Note Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard 8 Reinstall the metal bracket frame to the housing 9 Replace the computer cover Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card 1 Remove the computer cover 2 Locate an empty PCI slot on the mainboard 3 Remove the screw that holds the bracket to the computer Save the screw 76 4 Upgrading your computer 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 77 7 Secure the card to your computer with a screw you removed earlier 8 Replace the computer cover When you turn on the computer BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly installed device
24. function keys 21 internet suspend keys 20 multimedia keys 20 num lock key 20 programmable keys 20 scrolllock key 20 volume control mute knob 20 Windows logo key 21 L lock keys caps lock 25 num lock 25 scrolllock 25 M multimedia key forward 23 play pause 23 stop 23 N NTI 87 P PowerDVD 89 R rear panel 16 18 recovering your system 92 5 safety instructions 108 setting up computer 36 39 area 36 chair 36 connecting peripherals external monitor 43 116 power cable 44 USB mouse 39 keyboard 37 monitor 37 mouse 38 software 82 Norton AntiVirus 85 NTI CD Maker 87 system boards 64 audio board 69 mainboard 64 system utilities Acrobat Reader 83 Norton AntiVirus 85 NTI CD Maker 87 PowerDVD 89 reinstalling programs T turning off computer 46 91 Index software shutdown 46 suspend mode 46 turning on computer 45 45 U upgrade add memory 70 install DDR DIMM 71 reconfigure computer 72 computer 64 70 install an expansion card 75 installation precautions post installation 59 replace components 64 memory 70 USB devices 53 user s guide 7
25. io data and videos to CD R or CD RW discs To copy an audio or data disc er 1 Click the Quick Burning icon Quick Burning ON the desktop 2 Insert the CD you would like to copy into the source drive and a blank disc into the target drive 3 Choose the source and target drives from the pull down lists e NTI CD Copy oO Source CO ROM 1 track 83 4 MB used Ii Temporarily copy to an image file on the hard disk first and then copy to CD DVD Recorder from there 2B 2410840 CD RW 2 00 F 2 Blank 703 1 MB free 100 Start N 88 5 System utilities 4 Click the Start button to begin copying NTI CD Copy E Source CO ROM 1 track 83 4 ME used M Temporarily copy to an image file on the hard disk first and then copy to CD DVD Recorder from there Target 241040 CD RW 200 gt E Blank 703 1 ME free Total 83 67 MB 42039 Written 44 17 MB 22614 For more information about NTI CD Maker and its other features refer to the NTI CD Maker Help menu 89 PowerDVD for models with DVD PowerDVD is a high quality pure software DVD player which brings high quality movies and karaoke to your multimedia PC You can play back high resolution DVD titles or MPEG 2 files with MPEG 2 video and Dolby Digital AC 3 audio PowerDVD provides a complete set of commands for navigation and advanced features such as multi angle switching multi language and multi subtitle selection and pa
26. ion 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 10 11 12 13 14 109 make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating 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 on the product 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 under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b Ifliquid has been spilled into the product c Ifthe product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed 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 e Ifthe product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f Ifthe product exhibits a distinct cha
27. nd on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the device and receiver e Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e 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 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 noncertified 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 108 Appendix A Notices Use conditions This part 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 Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment
28. nge in performance indicating a need for service Replace the battery with the same type as the product s battery we recommend Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Refer battery replacement to a qualified serviceman Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly Use only the proper type of power supply cord set provided in your accessories box for this unit It should be a detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SVT rated 7A 125V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 15 feet 4 6 meters 110 Appendix A Notices Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive in 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 Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions Macrovision statement This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this
29. 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 that you need for working and moving 37 Viewing distance Lower back support Seat height Positioning your monitor Place your monitor at a comfortable viewing distance usually 50 to 60 centimeters 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 to 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 arms 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 38 3 Setting up your computer Position your keyboard in front of yo
30. on board s or peripheral s that block access to the DIMM sockets or other component connector 5 See the following sections for specific instructions on the component you wish to install Warning Failure to turn off the computer properly before you start installing components may cause serious damage Do not attempt to open upgrade and reconfigure your computer unless you are a qualified service technician 59 Post installation instructions Observe the following after installing a computer component 1 See to it that all components are installed according to the step by step instructions in their respective sections Replace any expansion board s or peripheral s that you removed earlier Replace the computer cover Connect the necessary cables and turn on your computer 60 4 Upgrading 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 58 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 computer and unplug all cables 2 Place your computer on a flat steady surface 3 Turn the thumbscrews counterclockwise with your fingers to release the cover 1 2 Hold the cover with both hands Slide it back about an inch 3 and then gently lift i
31. on the rear panel of your computer 43 Connecting a monitor To connect a monitor simply plug the CRT monitor cable into the monitor port O blue port located on the rear panel of your computer Note Refer to the monitor manual for additonal instructions and information 44 3 Setting up your computer Connecting the power cable eee 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 45 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 fax speakers etc 2 On the 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 46 3 Setting up
32. ore information about recovering your system refer to page 86 103 Q Nothing appears on the screen A 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 the technical support center for assistance Q The printer does not work A Dothe following Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the system s parallel port and the corresponding port on the printer See Connecting your printer on page 43 for information on how to connect the printer to your computer For additional information concerning the printer refer to the printer s documentation Q No sound comes out from the computer A Check the following 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 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 104 6 Frequently asked questions Q System cannot read diskette hard disk CD or DVD inform
33. ort 11 S Video out port 12 amp Telephone Handset line port 13 Expansion slots 14 amp Telephone Handset line port 15 Light blue Audio in Line in jack 16 gt Lime Audio out Line out jack 17 Pink Microphone in jack Ny 18 ect Black USB ports 19 Purple PS 2 keyboard port 20 Power cable socket 21 Power supply For information on how to connect the peripherals see Connecting peripherals on page 39 and Connecting options on page 47 18 2 System tour Rear panel VT5600G Your computer s rear panel consists of the following OOO O OOOOH O OOO 1 Voltage selector switch 2 a Green PS 2 mouse port 3 System vents 4 loro Teal or Serial port Turquoise 5 Burgundy Parallel Printer port 6 O Blue Monitor port 7 A White Network port oo 8 Keyhole 19 9 One Touch Recovery button Optional 10 O Monitor port 11 S Video out port 12 amp Telephone Handset line port 13 Expansion slots 14 amp Telephone Handset line port 15 Light blue Audio in Line in jack 16 gt Lime Audio out Line out jack 17 Pink Microphone in jack Ny 18 ect Black USB ports 19 Purple PS 2 keyboard port 20 Power cable socket 21 Power supply For information on how to connect the peripherals see Connecting peripherals on page 39 and Connecting options on page 47 20 2 System tour Keyboard Your computer comes with a USB keyboard The key
34. owser and click the Open button For more information about Acrobat Reader you may refer to the Acrobat Reader Help menu 84 5 System utilities Acer LANScope optional Acer LANScope allows desktop management via the Web standard network or dial up connections It is compatible with the leading management specifications such as Wired for Management 2 0 Desktop Management Interface DMI v2 0 and others Your computer may be bundled with a LANScope installation CD To install LANScope 1 Insert the LANScope installation CD into the optical drive Caution Make sure that the LANScope installation CD is properly inserted into the optical drive Improper insertion may damage both the CD and the drive Refer to page 25 for instructions on how to insert a CD into your computer s optical drive 2 Follow all onscreen instructions until installation is completed For more information on how to use the LANScope you may refer to the LANScope Help menu Note Acer LANScope currently supports Windows 98 Windows Me Windows 2000 and Windows XP platforms 85 Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an anti virus software which finds and repairs infected files protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe and secure It also scans incoming email attachments for viruses It provides useful virus detection and repair facilities How do check for viruses using Norton AntiVirus A full system scan scans all files on
35. p forward or step back a song or movie using your keyboard ECS PEO asas CITE ogee Be JEEE Play Pause Press to start playing the audio track or Il video file Press again to pause Stop Press to stop playing the audio track or E video file Forward Press to skip forward to the next track or bp video file and start playing Backward Press to skip backward to the previous dd track or video file and start playing 24 2 System tour Volume control Mute knob Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the volume d The volume control mute knob controls the speaker volume Press it to toggle between mute and sound 25 Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off to switch between two functions al en SITE CTCD COCO E SEE EEE En aaa AE TTE en Caps Lock When activated all alphabetic characters typed appear in uppercase same function as pressing Shift lt letter gt Num Lock When activated the keypad is set to numeric mode i e the keys function as a calculator complete with arithmetic operators such as and Scroll Lock When activated the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up arrow or down arrow respectively Take note that Scroll Lock may not work with some applications 26 2 System tour Cursor keys The cursor keys also called the arrow keys let you move the cursor around the screen They serve
36. rental control It also has the i Power Internet Enabling feature which links to online DVD resources via the Power DVD Desktop Portal Page How do open PowerDVD and watch a DVD In most cases when you insert a DVD into your computer s optical drive PowerDVD will automatically open a viewer window and the control panel and begin playing If PowerDVD does not open automatically 1 Click the Start button in the taskbar 2 Highlight All Programs 3 Click the Cyberlink PowerDVD tab 4 Select PowerDVD When PowerDVD opens simply press the play button Q to begin playback For more information about Cyberlink PowerDVD and its other features refer to the PowerDVD Help menu 90 5 System utilities BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s Basic Input Output System BIOS Since most computers are already properly configured and optimized there is no need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems and get the Run Setup message you will need to run this utility Note Before you run BIOS make sure that you have saved all open files The computer reboots immediately after you exit Setup To run the BIOS utility press the Del key on your keyboard during computer boot up 91 Reinstalling programs If you uninstall one of the preinstalled programs and want to reinstall it do the following 1 Make sure that the system is turned on 2 In
37. s 78 4 Upgrading your computer 5 System utilities This chapter describes the applications that came with your computer 82 5 System utilities Depending on the hardware and optional features installed in your computer your system came bundled with several program utilities designed to streamline your computer s operations These utilities may include any of the following e Acrobat Reader e Acer LANScope Client Manager optional e Norton AntiVirus e NTI CD Maker e PowerDVD e BIOS utility e Acer One Touch Recovery System restore utility If your computer is configured with Microsoft Windows XP the following utilities can be used to monitor and maintain system health e Backup e Disk Defragmenter All of the applications that came with your computer are very easy to use However if you need more help and information you may refer to the online help documentation provided in each software application 83 Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader is a software that lets you view navigate browse and print Adobe Portable Document Format PDF files on all major computer platforms FOF To read a PDF document Il you can e Simply double click on any file with an icon like that shown above or 1 On the windows taskbar click on the Start button highlight Programs and select Acrobat Reader 2 Once the program is running select Open from the File menu 3 Select the file you wish to view in the Open file br
38. sert the System CD into the CD or DVD drive 3 Select the application that you want to reinstall 4 Follow all onscreen instructions until you finish the installation 92 5 System utilities Recovering your system If your operating system files are lost or damaged the recovery process will restore your system s original factory default settings Your Acer Veriton series computer includes a One Touch Recovery button a feature that makes restoring your system quick and easy One Touch Recovery works from a hidden 2 GB partition on your hard drive that contains all the information required to restore your system There are two ways to initate recovery If your computer is not equipped with the optional One Touch Recover button you can press Alt F10 after the BIOS finishes running the Power On Self Test POST Warning Initiating the recovery operation while the operating system is running will result in abnormal shutdown and may make your current OS unstable or unusable After the POST runs you have only 1 5 seconds to press Alt F10 Follow all onscreen instructions You can also follow the steps below 1 Locate the optional One touch recovery button See the image on page 16 or page 18 93 2 Press the button After a moment the following screen will appear on your display Hard Disc Full Recovery This function will restore your C drive to the original manu facturer s settings erasing your personal dat
39. t upward to detach it 4 61 To replace the computer cover 1 Align the cover to the housing frame 1 and then push it in to slide it back into place 2 Secure the cover with the thumbscrews you removed earlier 3 4 62 4 Upgrading your computer Internal components The figure below shows what your computer looks like once you remove the cover 0000 1 Expansion slots 2 Mainboard 3 Metal brackets hard disk drive frame 4 Power supply 63 5 Hard disk frame 6 CD ROM DVD ROM CD RW drive frame Note The mainboard model shown in the figure above may not be exactly the same with the one found in your computer 64 4 Upgrading your computer System boards Mainboard layout The mainboard becomes accessible once you open your computer Refer to the section below for the corresponding mainboard layout of your Veriton 5600 series computer model 65 m A m m n un D D MEBEEIREBBE umm JRECOVER BT1 AGP1 PCI1 Veriton 5600D mainboard layout 4 Upgrading your computer 66 Veriton 5600G mainboard layout JRECOVER Or a 253 N m un D NEBEEIBEEEE LVLVS NVI T Ladi Tr q zadi Pe Ladd y VGA1 LX1V SER1 LEA Ro A
40. ter by yourself Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance key link www acersupport com 102 6 Frequently asked questions FAQs The following questions are possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer and each is followed by easy answers and solutions to the situation Q pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up A Check the LED located above the power switch If the LED is not lit no power is being applied to the system Do any of 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 plugged the power cable properly into an electrical outlet e If you are using a power strip or AVR make sure that it is plugged in and turned on If the LED is lit check the following e Is a nonbootable nonsystem diskette in the floppy drive If yes remove or replace it with a system diskette and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart your computer e The operating system files may be damaged or missing Insert the startup disk you created during Windows setup into the floppy drive and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart your computer This will automatically diagnose your system and make necessary fixes However if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem then you may have to perform the recovery process to restore your system to its original default factory settings Note For m
41. the same function as the arrow keys on the numeric keypad when the Num Lock is toggled off AAA SE oe HTC Lee Ne CCCUUOUUTE A Ce a E TUE 27 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions A DR BOWIE OSA eS JEJE CSU EE rn ED 2 0 E c EGE tite ote H Windows logo key Start button Combinations with this key Ay perform special functions such as Ay e Windows Tab Activate the next Taskbar button Windows E Explore My Computer Windows F Find Document Windows M Minimize All Shift Windows M Undo Minimize All Windows R Display the Run dialog box Application key Opens the applications context menu same function as clicking the right button of the k mouse 2 System tour 28 Function keys The function keys F1 F12 let you perform specific functions depending on the application that uses them Em ONE O a Palm rest The detachable palm rest provides you a comfortable place to rest your hands while typing 29 Optical drive Your computer may come with a CD ROM DVD ROM or a combo DVD CD RW drive This drive is located on the front panel of your computer The CD ROM drive allows you to play different types of compact discs CDs The DVD ROM drive allows you to play not only old CD ROMs CD I discs and video CDs but digital video discs DVDs as well DVD or DVD ROM is a type of disc media that holds a
42. ty consolidates files and folders on your computer s hard disk This allows your computer to access files and folders and save new data more efficiently By consolidating your files and folders the defragmenter also consolidates the volume s free space making it less likely that new files will be fragmented How do defragment my hard drive To run the Disk Defragmenter Click the Start button in the taskbar Highlight All Programs 1 2 3 Click Accessories 4 Select System Tools 5 Click Disk Defragmenter amp Disk Defragmenter File Action View Help e gt 2 Yolume Session Status File System Capacity Free Space Free Space Sac NTFS 19 53 GB 12 01 GB 61 SI D NTFS 17 72 GB 1 32 GB 7 Estimated disk usage before defragmentation Estimated disk usage after defragmentation Defragment Pause Stop view Report WB Fragmented files MN Contiguous files EJ Unmovable files Free space When Disk Defragmenter opens select a drive volume and click Analyze The system will quickly examine the volume and determine wether it needs to be defragmented or not For more information about Disk Defragmenter refer to Windows XP help 98 5 System utilities 6 Frequently asked questions This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the compu
43. ur monitor Putting your keyboard beside your monitor will make you turn your head while you type which could add tension to your neck muscles that may later result in neck strain Positioning your mouse The mouse should be placed on the same surface as your keyboard so that you can reach it with ease Adjust its position to allow enough space for movement without making you stretch or lean over Use your arm to move the mouse Do not rest your wrist on the table when moving the mouse 39 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 USB mouse Plug your USB mouse cable into any of the USB ports black port located on the front and rear panel of your computer 40 3 Setting up your computer PS 2 mouse Plug the PS 2 mouse cable into the PS 2 mouse port green port located on the rear panel of your computer 41 Connecting your keyboard USB keyboard Plug your USB keyboard cable into any of the USB ports e black port located on the front and rear panel of your computer 42 3 Setting up your computer PS 2 keyboard Plug your PS 2 keyboard cable into the PS 2 keyboard port purple port located
44. which allows you to connect or daisy chain more USB devices 4 Upgrading your computer This chapter contains instructions on how to upgrade your computer and basic information about your system boards that you will find helpful when performing the upgrade process 58 4 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 component 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 60 3 Follow the ESD precautions described above when handling a computer component 4 Remove any expansi
45. your computer To perform a system scan 1 Start Norton AntiVirus e Double click on the Norton AntiVirus Icon on the desktop or e Click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar highlight Programs and select Norton AntiVirus 2 Inthe Norton AntiVirus main window click Scan for Viruses Norton nt nus Professional Edition op LiveUpdate 3 Rescue J Options 19 Help Morton Antivirus Scan for Viruses Status Task Task Schedule Scan for Viruses 4 a Scan my computer al Scanall removable drives Reports apor Scan all floppy disks Advanced Tools Scan drives 3 Scan folders 1 Scan files Actions Schedule Task Stan eNew p gt gt Schedule Norton ATF 200 9 symantec AntiVirus2003 3 Inthe Scan for Viruses pane click Scan My Computer 4 Under Actions click Scan When the scan is complete a scan summary appears 5 When you are done reviewing the summary click Finished 86 5 System utilities You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins it runs in the background so that you do not have to stop working For more information about Norton AntiVirus including setting up custom scans and scheduling scans refer to the Norton AntiVirus Help menu 8 NTI CD Maker for models with CD RW The NTI CD Maker is a CD Recording software which allows you to create and copy aud
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