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Page 1: ...Veriton 5800 6800 7800 Series User s Guide ...

Page 2: ...ning 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 Model number __________________________________ Serial number ____________...

Page 3: ...ronment please recycle it USA For 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 ...

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Page 5: ...15 Accessing the User s Guide 15 3 System tour 17 Features 19 Performance 19 Multimedia 19 Connectivity 19 Front panel 20 Rear panel 22 Keyboard 25 Internet Email Search keys 26 Multimedia keys 26 Volume control mute keys 27 Lock keys 27 Cursor keys 28 Windows keys 28 Function keys 29 Palm rest 29 Optical drive 30 Taking care of your CDs and DVDs 32 Hard disk 32 4 Setting up your computer 33 Arran...

Page 6: ...ing USB devices 45 5 Upgrading your computer 47 Installation precautions 49 ESD precautions 49 Preinstallation instructions 49 Post installation instructions 50 Opening your Veriton 5800 51 To remove the computer cover 51 To replace the computer cover 51 Opening your Veriton 6800 7800 52 To remove the side panel 52 To replace the side panel 53 System boards 54 Mainboard layout 54 Upgrading your co...

Page 7: ...r Windows XP only 71 How do I defragment my hard drive 71 7 Frequently asked questions 73 Frequently asked questions 75 Appendix A Notices 77 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 78 FCC notice 78 Notice Canadian users 79 Declaration of Conformity for EU countries 79 Modem notices 79 Notice for USA 79 TBR 21 80 Notice for Australia 80 Important safety instructions 80 Macrovision copyright protection n...

Page 8: ...mputer 87 Important tips 88 Cleaning and servicing 88 To clean your computer and keyboard 88 To clean your pointing device 89 To clean your monitor 89 When to contact a service technician 89 Asking for technical assistance 89 Index 91 ...

Page 9: ...1 Empowering Technology ...

Page 10: ...Acer s innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer desktop ...

Page 11: ...rformance by optimizing disk space memory and registry settings Acer eRecovery Management backs up recovers data flexibly reliably and completely Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily Acer eAcoustics Management regulates fan and processor speeds for a quieter working environment For more information press the key to launch the Empowering Technology menu ...

Page 12: ...sword is a master password that can decrypt any file on your system the file specific password is assigned when you encrypt each individual file The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default file specific password This file specific password will be used to encrypt files by default or you can choose to enter your own file specific password whe...

Page 13: ...ical drive devices includes any kind of CD ROM or DVD ROM drives Floppy disk drives 3 5 inch disks only To activate Acer eLock Management a password must be set first Once set you may apply locks to any of the three kinds of devices Lock s will immediately be set without any reboot necessary and will remain locked after rebooting until unlocked If you do not set a password Acer eLock Management wi...

Page 14: ...t boosts the performance of your Acer computer It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance Memory optimization release unused memory and check usage Disk optimization remove unneeded items and files Speed optimization improve the usability and performance of your Windows XP system ...

Page 15: ...Recovery Management provides you with Password protection Recovery of applications and drivers Image data backup Back up to HDD set recovery point Back up to CD DVD Image data recovery tools Recover from a hidden partition factory defaults Recover from the HDD most recent user defined recovery point Recover from CD DVD Note If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD please use A...

Page 16: ...indows operating system so your computer runs faster smoother and better Acer eSettings Management also Provides a simple graphical user interface letting you navigate through the program effortlessly Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users Logs when a hardware component has been removed or replaced Permits you to migrate personal settings Keeps a history log of all ...

Page 17: ...ows you to enjoy a quieter system scaled to your individual performance needs Acer eAcoustics Management reduces the sound created from your desktop by adjusting system fan speeds Utilize different profiles so you can find the optimal balance of system performance and acoustics ...

Page 18: ...1 Empowering Technology 10 ...

Page 19: ...2 First things first ...

Page 20: ...This chapter describes the system specifications and contents of your computer package ...

Page 21: ...s Three 3 5 drive bays two internal one external Veriton 6800 Two external 5 25 drive bays Six 3 5 drive bays four internal two external Veriton 7800 Three external 5 25 drive bays Six 3 5 drive bays four internal two external Network interface Marvell 88E8052 with gigabit Ethernet Optional PCI modem I O interface Two PS 2 ports 9 pin serial port 25 pin parallel port Eight USB 2 0 ports Ethernet R...

Page 22: ...itors Security Acer Empowering Technology Lock pad and intrusion alert Housing Veriton 5800 Series 370 H x 130 2 W x 435 D mm Veriton 6800 Series 370 H x 183 W x 450 D mm Veriton 7800 Series 450 H x 187 W x 495 D mm Management software Norton AntiVirus Acer Empowering Technology Industry standards PC2001 SMBIOS DMI 2 3 1 PCI 2 3 WFM 2 0 ACPI 2 0 Microsoft OnNow ENERGY STAR MacroVision Power supply...

Page 23: ...ntained in the accessory box USB or PS 2 keyboard USB or PS 2 mouse User s Guide and installation poster 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 On the Windows XP taskbar click on the start button then select Help and Support 2 On the He...

Page 24: ...2 First things first 16 ...

Page 25: ...3 System tour ...

Page 26: ...This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer ...

Page 27: ...ard disk Multimedia Intel high definition audio Supporting up to 7 1 surround sound audio CODEC support for 192 KHz quality multiple streams 3D quality audio system via onboard audio controller Audio in line in audio out line out headphone out and microphone in interfaces Connectivity Two PS 2 interfaces for mouse and keyboard One serial port optional 2nd serial port connection One parallel port O...

Page 28: ...3 System tour 20 Front panel Your computer s front panel consists of the following Veriton 5800 Veriton 6800 ...

Page 29: ... Icon Component Veriton 5800 Veriton 6800 7800 5 25 drive bay s 1 1 3 5 floppy drive 2 2 Microphone in jack front 3 3 Speaker out line out port 4 4 USB ports 5 5 Hardware reset button 6 Indicators 7 6 Power button 8 7 ...

Page 30: ...3 System tour 22 Rear panel Your computer s rear panel consists of the following Veriton 5800 Veriton 6800 ...

Page 31: ... Component Veriton 5800 6800 7800 Power supply 1 Power cord socket 2 Voltage selector switch 3 PS 2 mouse port 4 PS 2 keyboard port 5 Serial port 6 Parallel printer port 7 CRT LCD monitor port 8 USB ports 9 Network port 10 ...

Page 32: ...ck 11 Expansion slots 12 Chassis lock pad 13 Hardware reset button 14 Color Use Headphone 1 1 CH 3 1 CH 5 1 CH 7 1 CH Blue Line in Line in Line in Line in Line in Green Headphone Line out Front Front Front Pink Mic in Mic in Mic in Mic in Orange Rear Rear Black Center woofer Center woofer Center woofer Gray Side Icon Component Veriton 5800 6800 7800 ...

Page 33: ...ys For information on how to connect your keyboard see Connecting your mouse and keyboard on page 37 No Description No Description 1 Sleep button 2 Internet Email Search keys 3 Multimedia keys 4 Volume control mute keys 5 Scroll Lock key 6 Num Lock key 7 Cursor keys 8 Application key 9 Windows logo key 10 Caps Lock key 11 Function keys ...

Page 34: ...nches your current default browser Email Launches your email application Search Opens a search window Icon Key Description Backward Press to skip backward to the previous track or video file Play pause Press to start playing the audio track or video file Press again to pause Stop Press to stop playing the audio track or video file Forward Press to skip forward to the next track or video file ...

Page 35: ...wn Press to decrease audio volume Mute Toggle sound on off Lock key Description Scroll Lock When activated the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up arrow or down arrow respectively 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 Caps Lock When activated all alphabetic characters typed a...

Page 36: ...ssed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions Tab Activates the next Taskbar button E Opens the My Computer window F1 Opens Help and Support F Opens the Find All Files dialog box R Opens the Run dialog box M Minimizes all windows Shift M Undoes the minimize all windows...

Page 37: ...keys The function keys F1 F12 let you perform specific functions depending on the application that uses them Palm rest The detachable palm rest provides you with a comfortable place to rest your hands while typing ...

Page 38: ...ut 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 C...

Page 39: ... 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 Veriton 5800 Veriton 6800 7800 3 Push the tray and it will close automatically ...

Page 40: ...ingerprints 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 can be purchased in any computer or electronics shop Hard disk Your computer is pre installed with a high capacity Enhanced IDE E IDE hard disk Fo...

Page 41: ...4 Setting up your computer ...

Page 42: ...This chapter contains step by step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals ...

Page 43: ...not necessarily mean 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 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 Adjust your chair height in such a way that you can sit on it with ...

Page 44: ...lacing 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 The keyboard should be placed just above your lap Adjust the keyboard height by flipping the folding stands located under the keyboard Keep your lower arms parallel to the floor as you type Your upper arms and shoulders should be relaxed ...

Page 45: ...s 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 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 o...

Page 46: ...able into the monitor 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 ...

Page 47: ... 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 ...

Page 48: ... 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 steps 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 connecte...

Page 49: ...ted on the rear panel of your computer Note The printer shown below is for your reference only Actual device model may vary by country Note If you are using a serial printer connect the printer cable into the 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 panels ...

Page 50: ...s on the rear panel of your computer 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 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 ...

Page 51: ...our computer s multimedia features Note The multimedia devices shown below are for reference only Actual device models may vary in select countries Plug the devices in as follows Microphone Connects to the Microphone in jacks pink jacks located on the front and rear panels of your computer Note For information on how to configure multimedia devices consult the documentation that came with each dev...

Page 52: ...your computer Note To adjust the headphone volume use the volume control buttons on the keyboard You can also adjust the volume by using the volume icon on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen External speakers Connect to the audio out line out jack lime green jack located on the rear panel of your computer ...

Page 53: ...odem With USB complex cable connections can be eliminated Your computer comes with eight external USB ports four on the front and 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 resources To connect a USB device simply plug the d...

Page 54: ...our computer 46 Note The USB devices shown below are for reference only Actual device models may vary by geographic region Note Some USB devices have a built in USB port which permits you to connect more USB devices ...

Page 55: ...5 Upgrading your computer ...

Page 56: ...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 ...

Page 57: ...ain 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 49 3 Follow the ESD precautions described...

Page 58: ...ing 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 4 Connect the necessary cables and turn on your computer ...

Page 59: ...nstructions 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 a Hold the cover with both hands b Slide it back about an inch and then gently lift it upward to detach it To replace the computer cover 1 Align the cover to the housing frame and then p...

Page 60: ...open your computer before you can install additional components See the following section for instructions To remove the side panel 1 Turn off your computer and unplug all cables 2 Place your computer on a flat steady surface 3 Turn the screws counterclockwise with your fingers to release the cover 4 Hold right panel from rear view with both hands Slide it back about an inch and then gently pull i...

Page 61: ...53 Veriton 7800 To replace the side panel 1 Align the side panel s hinges to the housing frame and then push it in to slide it back into place 2 Secure the side panels with the two screws ...

Page 62: ...mputer 54 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 5800 6800 7800 series computer model ...

Page 63: ...udio connector 9 S PDIF audio connector 10 External COM port connector 11 System fan connector 12 OneButton Recovery connector 13 BIOS 14 USB connectors 15 4 Serial ATA IDE connectors 16 Front LED connector 17 Chassis intrusion connector 18 Clear CMOS jumper No jumper normal Jumper clear CMOS 19 Lithium battery 20 Diskette drive connector 21 Parallel ATA IDE connector 22 Main power connector ...

Page 64: ... the one found in your computer Installing additional memory The four 240 pin sockets on the mainboard support Double Data Rate 2 DDR2 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 DDR2 DIMMs require 1 8 volts You can install PC2 3200 DDR2 400 or PC2 4300 DDR2 533 modules in the DDR2 DIMM socke...

Page 65: ...DR2 DIMM 1 Locate the DDR2 DIMM socket on the mainboard 2 Align the DDR2 DIMM with the socket a Press the DDR2 DIMM into the socket until the clips lock onto the DDR2 DIMM b Note The DDR2 DIMM sockets are slotted to ensure proper installation If you insert a DDR2 DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket turn the DDR2 DIMM around and try to insert it again ...

Page 66: ...puter cover 2 Detach all cables connected to the hard disk and pull the hard disk out 3 Remove the drive rails that hold the hard disk to the disk frame and detach the hard disk Set the drive rails aside 4 Insert the new hard disk into the frame and secure it with drive rails 5 Reattach all cables to the new hard disk Note Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to ...

Page 67: ...bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty slot 5 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 assig...

Page 68: ...rd disk cables from the hard disk a Detach the hard disk from the drive frame b 3 Insert the new hard disk into the frame a Connect the power and hard disk cables to the new hard disk b Note Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard 4 Replace the side panel See To replace the side panel on page 53 ...

Page 69: ...osite the selected empty slot 5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging 6 Align the card with 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 side panel See To replace the side panel on page 53 When you turn on the computer BIOS automatically dete...

Page 70: ...5 Upgrading your computer 62 ...

Page 71: ...6 System utilities ...

Page 72: ...This chapter describes applications that are preinstalled on your computer ...

Page 73: ...r are very easy to use However if you need more help or information you may refer to the online help documentation provided in each software application Adobe Reader Adobe Reader is software that lets you view navigate browse and print Adobe Portable Document Format PDF files on all major computer platforms To read a PDF document you can Simply double click on any file with an icon like that shown...

Page 74: ...he Start menu in the Windows taskbar highlight Programs and select Norton AntiVirus 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window click Scan for Viruses 3 In the Scan for Viruses panel click Scan My Computer 4 Under Actions click Scan 5 When the scan is complete a scan summary appears Click Finished You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic inte...

Page 75: ...ical disks To copy an audio or data disk 1 Click the Quick Burning icon on the desktop 2 Insert the CD you would like to copy into the source drive and a blank disk into the target drive 3 Choose the source and target drives from the pull down lists 4 Click the Start button to begin copying For more information about NTI CD DVD Maker and its other features refer to the NTl CD DVD Maker Help menu ...

Page 76: ...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 I open 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 taskba...

Page 77: ...tility 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 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 Insert the System CD into the...

Page 78: ... of a hard disk malfunction you can use the copy to restore your lost or damaged data How do I back up files from my hard drive To run the Backup utility 1 Click the Start button in the taskbar 2 Highlight All Programs 3 Click Accessories 4 Select System Tools 5 Click Backup When Backup starts follow the onscreen instructions to set up your backup profile and schedule For more information about Ba...

Page 79: ...e s free space making it less likely that new files will be fragmented How do I defragment my hard drive To run the Disk Defragmenter 1 Click the Start button in the taskbar 2 Highlight All Programs 3 Click Accessories 4 Select System Tools 5 Click Disk Defragmenter When Disk Defragmenter opens select a drive volume and click Analyze The system will quickly examine the volume and determine whether...

Page 80: ...6 System utilities 72 ...

Page 81: ...7 Frequently asked questions ...

Page 82: ...s chapter tells you what to do in case your computer is not working properly However if a more serious problem arises contact your dealer or the technical support center www acersupport com for assistance ...

Page 83: ...or replace it with a system diskette and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart your computer 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 yo...

Page 84: ... 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 System cannot read diskette hard disk CD or DVD information Check the following Make sure you are using the correct type of disk Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive c...

Page 85: ...Appendix A Notices ...

Page 86: ...mined 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 separation 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 technic...

Page 87: ...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 p...

Page 88: ...llow 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 water moistened cloth for cleaning 3 Do not use this product near water 4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged 5 Slots and openings are provided for ventila...

Page 89: ...rayed b If liquid has been spilled onto the product c If the 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 res...

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Page 92: ...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 name Personal computer Model Veriton 5800 6800 7800 Name of responsible party Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 USA Contact person Mr Young K...

Page 93: ...his equipment has been approved to Council Decision 98 482 EC CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN We Acer Inc hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible and that all the necessary steps have b...

Page 94: ...Appendix A Notices 86 ...

Page 95: ...Appendix B Taking care of your computer ...

Page 96: ...d or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself instead pull on the plug The 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 wa...

Page 97: ... monitor When to contact a service technician If you dropped and damaged the computer If liquid has been spilled onto the computer If the computer is not operating normally If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and done the troubleshooting tips discussed in the Frequently asked questions on page 75 If your problem is not listed in the Frequently asked questions on page 75 If y...

Page 98: ...Appendix B Taking care of your computer 90 ...

Page 99: ...ia 19 performance 19 Frequently asked questions 75 blank screen 75 no audio 76 no sound 76 printer not working 76 system cannot read disk 76 system cannot write to disk 76 system did not boot up 75 front panel 20 I internet suspend key email 26 suspend 26 web browser 26 K keyboard 25 L lock keys Caps Lock 27 Num Lock 27 Scroll Lock 27 M mainboard Veriton mainboard 54 multimedia key forward 26 play...

Page 100: ...g programs 69 T turning off computer 40 software shutdown 40 suspend mode 40 turning on computer 40 power button 40 U upgrade add memory 56 install DDR DIMM 57 reconfigure computer 58 computer 56 install an expansion card 59 installation precautions post installation 50 open computer reinstall side panel 53 replace components memory 56 V Veriton mainboard layout 54 ...

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