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Optical drive

Taking care of your CDs and DVDs

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 and keyboard

USB interface

PS/2 interface

Connecting a monitor

Connecting the power cable

Turning on your computer

Turning off your computer

Connecting options

Connecting your printer

Connecting the modem (optional)

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 3900Pro

To remove the computer cover

To replace the computer cover

Opening your Veriton 5900Pro

To remove the computer cover

To replace the computer cover

Opening your Veriton 6900Pro/7900Pro

To remove the side panel

Summary of Contents for Veriton 3900

Page 1: ...Veriton Series User s Guide ...

Page 2: ...espondence concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronically mechanically by photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Model number __________________________________ Serial nu...

Page 3: ...ntilation is provided Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Using electrical power Th...

Page 4: ...ollowing requirements detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent 4 6 meters 15 feet maximum length Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall...

Page 5: ...do not connect the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment please recycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit http global acer com about sustain...

Page 6: ...ur company s health and safety department The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture avoid slouching forward and or leaning b...

Page 7: ...anging 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 awkward viewing angle Avoid looking at bright light sources such as open windows for extended periods of time Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more re...

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Page 9: ...mance Management 8 Acer eAcoustics Management 9 Using Acer eAcoustics Management 9 Acer eAcoustics Management Main Page 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 1 First things first 13 Specifications 15 Package contents 17 Accessing the User s Guide 17 2 System tour 19 Features 21 Performance 21 Multimedia 21 Connectivity 21 Front panel 22 Rear panel 24 Keyboard 27 Internet Email Search keys 28 Multimedia ...

Page 10: ... on your computer 44 Turning off your computer 44 Connecting options 45 Connecting your printer 45 Connecting the modem optional 46 Connecting to the network 46 Connecting multimedia devices 47 Connecting USB devices 49 4 Upgrading your computer 51 Installation precautions 53 ESD precautions 53 Preinstallation instructions 53 Post installation instructions 54 Opening your computer 3900Pro 55 To re...

Page 11: ...ader 71 NTI CD DVD Maker for models with CD or DVD Burner 72 PowerDVD for models with DVD 74 How do I open and watch a DVD 74 BIOS utility 75 Reinstalling programs 75 Recovering your system 76 Using backup Windows XP only 82 How do I back up files from my hard drive 82 Disk defragmenter Windows XP only 83 How do I defragment my hard drive 83 6 Frequently asked questions 85 Frequently asked questio...

Page 12: ...5 The FCC RF safety requirement 95 Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 96 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity 97 Declaration of Conformity for CE marking 98 Index 99 ...

Page 13: ...Empowering Technology ...

Page 14: ...Acer s innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer desktop ...

Page 15: ...our desired level of quietness Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and completely Acer eProtection Management provides exceptional protection against viruses and other malware For more information right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar then select the Help or Tutorial function Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eR...

Page 16: ...spect hardware specifications change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings and to monitor the system health status Acer eSettings Management also Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer ...

Page 17: ...ugged into the system Optical drive devices includes any kind of DVD ROM drives Floppy disk drives 3 5 inch disks only Interfaces includes serial port parallel port infrared IR and Bluetooth To activate Acer eLock Management a password must be set first Once set you can apply locks to any of the devices types Lock s will immediately be set without any reboot necessary and will remain locked after ...

Page 18: ...oft Outlook The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption This encryption will be used to encrypt files by default or you can choose to enter your own file specific password when encrypting a file Note The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it If you lose the password the supervisor pa...

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Page 20: ...provides an express optimization method to release unused memory and disk space quickly The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following options Memory optimization releases unused memory and check usage Disk optimization removes unneeded items and files Speed optimization improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system ...

Page 21: ...g the CPU and system fans can run slower thus reducing the amount of sound generated by these components Using Acer eAcoustics Management To launch Acer eAcoustics Management Click on the Acer eAcoustics Management icon in the Empowering Technology toolbar shown on your desktop From the Start menu go to All Programs Acer Empowering Technology Acer eAcoustics Management This will open the Acer eAco...

Page 22: ...Select the mode that suits your working requirements best and exit the utility to apply the settings Quiet Use this mode for tasks that require low processing power like word processing Web browsing and instant messaging This mode creates the lowest audio disturbance Professional Mode Use this mode for processing intensive tasks when you require full speed operation ...

Page 23: ...artition on your system s hard drive By default user created backups are stored on the D drive Acer eRecovery 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 poin...

Page 24: ...e Acer eRecovery Management s System backup to optical disk feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management detach all peripherals except the external Acer ODD if your computer has one including your Acer ezDock ...

Page 25: ...1 First things first ...

Page 26: ...This chapter describes the system specifications and contents of your computer package ...

Page 27: ...nal 5 25 drive bays 3 5 drive bays Veriton 5900Pro Two external 5 25 drive bays Three 3 5 drive bays two internal one external Veriton 6900Pro Two external 5 25 drive bays Six 3 5 drive bays four internal two external Veriton 7900Pro Three external 5 25 drive bays Six 3 5 drive bays four internal two external Network interface Marvell 88E8056 with Gigabit Ethernet Optional PCI modem I O interface ...

Page 28: ...usion alert Housing Veriton 3900Pro Series 345 H x 101 3 W x 414 7 D mm Veriton 5900Pro Series 370 H x 130 2 W x 435 D mm Veriton 6900Pro Series 370 H x 183 W x 450 D mm Veriton 7900Pro Series 450 H x 187 W x 495 D mm Management software Acer Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Acer eLock Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer ePerformance Management Acer eAcoustics Management A...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...1 First things first 18 ...

Page 31: ...2 System tour ...

Page 32: ...This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer ...

Page 33: ...Super multi drive High capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk Multimedia High definition audio Supporting up to 7 1 surround sound audio CODEC support for 44 1k 48k 96k 192kHz 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 op...

Page 34: ...2 System tour 22 Front panel Your computer s front panel consists of the following Veriton 5900Pro Veriton 6900Pro ...

Page 35: ...o Icon Component Veriton 3900Pro 5900Pro Veriton 6900Pro 7900Pro 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 36: ...2 System tour 24 Rear panel Your computer s rear panel consists of the following Veriton 5900Pro Veriton 6900Pro ...

Page 37: ... Veriton 7900Pro Icon Component 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 38: ...ansion slots 12 Chassis lock pad 13 Hardware reset button 14 Only for Veriton 6900Pro Veriton 7900Pro 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 ...

Page 39: ...s For information on how to connect your keyboard see Connecting your mouse and keyboard on page 41 No Description No Description 1 Sleep button 2 Internet Email Search keys 3 Multimedia keys 4 Volume control mute keys 5 e 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 40: ...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 41: ...Toggle sound on off Lock key Description e Scroll Lock When e is activated press to run Acer Empowering Technology When Scroll Lock is 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 activ...

Page 42: ...m Windows specific functions Key Description Windows key Pressed 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 M...

Page 43: ...ending on the application that uses them Palm rest The detachable palm rest provides you with a comfortable place to rest your hands while typing Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu Key Description ...

Page 44: ...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 45: ...en the disk tray slides open place the CD or DVD gently on the tray Make sure that the label or title side of the disk is facing upward When holding a disk hold it by the edges to avoid leaving smudges or fingerprints Veriton 3900Pro ...

Page 46: ...2 System tour 34 Veriton 5900Pro Veriton 6900Pro 7900Pro 3 Push the tray and it will close automatically ...

Page 47: ...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 For instructions on how to upgrade or re...

Page 48: ...2 System tour 36 ...

Page 49: ...3 Setting up your computer ...

Page 50: ...This chapter contains step by step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals ...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ...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 55: ... 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 56: ... 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 57: ...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 58: ...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 59: ...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 60: ...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 61: ...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 62: ...our computer 50 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 63: ...4 Upgrading your computer ...

Page 64: ...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 65: ...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 53 3 Follow the ESD precautions described...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...e 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 If your computer is in the vertical position remove the foot stands and place your computer in the regular desktop position 3 Turn the thumbscrews counterclockwise with your fingers to release the cover Hold the sides of the cover with both...

Page 68: ...4 Upgrading your computer 56 To replace the computer cover 1 Align the cover s hinges to the housing frame then gently push it in to slide it back into place Secure the cover with thumbscrews ...

Page 69: ... 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 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...

Page 70: ... 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 ...

Page 71: ...59 Veriton 7900Pro 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 72: ...ing 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 see note The DDR2 DIMMs require 1 8 volts You can install PC2 3200 DDR2 400 or PC2 4200 DDR2 533 modules in the DDR2 DIMM sockets Contact your dealer for qua...

Page 73: ...out of the socket b To install a DDR2 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 ...

Page 74: ...etects the amount of memory installed Run the BIOS utility to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of it Replacing the Veriton 3900Pro s hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer s hard disk 1 Remove the computer cover see page 55 2 Detach all cables connected to the CD or DVD drive the 3 5 inch floppy drive and hard disk ...

Page 75: ...63 3 Lift the drive frame to a 90 degree angle then pull out and remove the drive frame ...

Page 76: ... the new hard disk into the housing Secure it with the drive rails you removed earlier and connect the power and hard disk cables to the new hard disk 7 Reinstall the drive frame into the housing 8 Reattach the CD or DVD drive and the floppy drive cables Note Make sure that the other ends of the disk drive cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard 9 Replace t...

Page 77: ...arlier 8 Replace the computer cover see page 55 When you turn on the computer BIOS Basic Input Output System automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly installed devices Replacing the Veriton 5900Pro s hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer s hard disk 1 Remove the computer cover 2 Detach all cables connected to the hard disk and pull the hard disk out 3 Remove the dri...

Page 78: ...Pull out the 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 dete...

Page 79: ... to replace your computer s hard disk 1 Remove the side panel 2 Detach the power and hard 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 ...

Page 80: ...e mainboard 3 Remove the lock that holds the bracket to the computer 4 Pull out the bracket on the housing opposite 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...

Page 81: ...5 System utilities ...

Page 82: ...This chapter describes applications that are preinstalled on your computer ...

Page 83: ...y 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 above or...

Page 84: ... allows you to create and copy audio data and videos to recordable or rewritable optical 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 ...

Page 85: ...73 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 86: ...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 87: ...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 88: ...ns all the information required to restore your system There are two modes to recovery your system One is from system s original settings and another is from system backup 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 unst...

Page 89: ...77 You can also follow the steps below 1 Locate the OBR button 2 Press the button You can change the password in Acer eRecovery ...

Page 90: ...5 System utilities 78 a If you have not yet backed up your system ...

Page 91: ...ave previously backed up your system 3 Select Recover to Default Settings to restore your system to the default factory settings Select Recover data from last backup to restore your system to the last system backup ...

Page 92: ...5 System utilities 80 4 If you chose the recovery option you should see the following screen Click OK to continue 5 After 15 seconds the system will reboot and initiate the restore operation ...

Page 93: ...all files previously saved in your computer so make sure to back up your important files before starting the recovery process Note This feature occupies 4GB in a hidden partition on your hard drive If you attempt to restore your system using the One Button Recovery feature and the system DOES NOT respond contact your local vendor or authorised Acer representative immediately ...

Page 94: ... 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 95: ...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 96: ...5 System utilities 84 ...

Page 97: ...6 Frequently asked questions ...

Page 98: ...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 99: ...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 100: ... 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 101: ...Appendix A Regulations and safety notices ...

Page 102: ...can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the 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 televi...

Page 103: ...ries is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the modem is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon reques...

Page 104: ...s between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxe...

Page 105: ...nt 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 set t...

Page 106: ...AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSÅTEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNAD ÅLÅ TUIJOTA SÅTEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN VARNING LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN ADVARSEL LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and o...

Page 107: ...es EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in...

Page 108: ...ur warranty Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device b Operation in 2 4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this...

Page 109: ...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 Series Name of responsible party Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 USA Contact person Mr Young Kim Tel 408 922...

Page 110: ...trical business equipment This 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...

Page 111: ... 87 blank screen 87 no audio 88 no sound 88 printer not working 88 system cannot read disk 88 system cannot write to disk 88 system did not boot up 87 front panel 22 I internet suspend key email 28 suspend 28 web browser 28 K keyboard 27 L lock keys Caps Lock 29 Num Lock 29 Scroll Lock 29 M multimedia key forward 28 play pause 28 stop 28 N NTI 72 P PowerDVD 74 R rear panel 24 recovering your syste...

Page 112: ... mode 44 turning on computer 44 power button 44 U upgrade add memory 60 install DDR DIMM 61 reconfigure computer 62 computer 60 install an expansion card 66 installation precautions post installation 54 open computer 55 reinstall side panel 59 remove computer cover 55 replace top cover 56 replace components memory 60 ...

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