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Frequently asked questions

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:

I 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:

Check if the voltage selector switch located on the rear panel of the 
computer is set to the correct voltage.

Check if you plugged the power cable properly into an electrical 
outlet. 

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: 

Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in the floppy drive? If yes, 
remove 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 
start-up 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 more information about recovering your system, 

refers to the RCD instruction sheet. 

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.

Summary of Contents for Aspire G3-605

Page 1: ...AcerSystem User Guide AS004 ...

Page 2: ...___ Purchase date _____________________________________ Place of purchase _________________________________ Copyright 2012 All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Original Issue 10 2012 AcerSystem Desktop Computer Visit http registration acer com and discover the benefits of being an Acer customer ...

Page 3: ...ssible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet 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 ...

Page 4: ...on 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 ...

Page 5: ...nge 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 e...

Page 6: ...amp specific disposal information check www lamprecycle org ENERGY STAR Acer s ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark What is ENERGY STAR Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas ...

Page 7: ...e 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 Stiffness or tightness 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...

Page 8: ...ity 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 Avoid adjusting your display to an awkw...

Page 9: ...dels only 4 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Frequently asked questions 6 Taking care of your computer 8 Important tips 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 To clean your computer and keyboard 8 To clean your pointing device 9 To clean your monitor 9 When to contact a service technician 9 Asking for technical assistance 9 Regulations and safety notices 10 FCC notice 10 Modem notices 12 Las...

Page 10: ...Remark All images are for reference purposes only Actual configuration may vary ...

Page 11: ...ed models only Media navigation interface selected models only Removable hard drivecarriers selected models only RCA jack selected models only SPDIF S PDIF port selected models only PS 2 keyboard connector selected models only PS 2 mouse connector selected models only VGA port selected models only Serial port selected models only Printer connector selected models only USB port selected models only...

Page 12: ...dels only USB 3 0 USB 3 0 ports selected models only Kensington lock slot selected models only DP Display port selected models only The Display port adapter is availble on DP1 only DC in jack selected models only DVI DVI port selected models only Color use Headphone Stereo Quadraphonic 5 1 CH Blue Rear Rear Green Headphone Front Front Front Pink Mic in Mic in Mic in Center woofer Temperature Opera...

Page 13: ... an optional high speed fax data modem or an additional LAN local area network card Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for your computer Do not place the system too close to other electrical equipment Do not place the system in high traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be stepped on Avoid placing the system in any location that is...

Page 14: ... to the system Starting your computer After connecting all the peripheral equipment start your computer according to the steps below 1 Turn on all peripheral equipment such as the monitor printer fax speakers etc 2 Turn on the system Once the start up process is complete you can begin to use your computer Shutting down your computer In the event of a system crash press and hold the power button on...

Page 15: ... choose new components please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part will operate within your AcerSystem system In order to ensure proper setup and installation please refer to the instructions provided with your new components Probable upgrades are Upgrade to high capacity HDD Expand high level memory Upgrade from a CD ROM drive to CD RW DVD ROM DVD CD RW combo or DVD writer selected mo...

Page 16: ...e If yes remove 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 start up 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 ...

Page 17: ... 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 Q System cannot read diskette hard disk CD or DVD information A Check the following Make sure that you are using the correct type of disk Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly Check if the CD or DVD is clean and n...

Page 18: ...mputer 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 The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are u...

Page 19: ...spilled into the computer If the computer is not operating normally If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the Frequently asked questions section on page 6 If your problem is not listed in the Frequently asked questions section on page 6 If you want to replace or upgrade any of your computer s internal components Asking for tech...

Page 20: ...eceiver 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 ot...

Page 21: ...anadian ICES 003 Remarque à l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique 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 Compliant with Russian Ukraine regulatory certification ...

Page 22: ... 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 problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunicatio...

Page 23: ...ipment 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 dependent 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 s...

Page 24: ... 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 Please see http ec europa eu enterprise rtte implem htm for the lastest country list Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subject to the following two condition...

Page 25: ... EMC Directive 2004 108 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards EN55022 AS NZS CISPR22 Class B EN55024 EN55013 Applicable to product built with TV tuner module EN55020 Applicable to product built with TV tuner module EN61000 3 2 Class D EN61000 3 3 Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard EN60950 1 EN60065 Applic...

Page 26: ...s attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard Article 3 1 a Health and Safety EN60950 1 EN62311 Article 3 1 b EMC EN301 489 1 EN301 489 3 Applicable to non bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set EN301 489 17 Article 3 2 Spectrum Usages EN300 440 2 Applicable to non bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set EN300 328 EN301 893 Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN Year to begin affi...

Page 27: ...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 Personal Computer Trade Name Acer Model Number AcerSystem SKU Number XXX xxx x 0 9 a z A Z or Blank Name of Responsible Party Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party...

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