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 5 Upgrading your computer

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With the lever still extended, slide the carrier all the way into the drive bay, and 
close the cover.

 

Содержание Predator

Страница 1: ...User Guide ...

Страница 2: ...p registration acer com and discover the benefits of being an Acer customer Remark All images are for reference purposes only Actual configuration may vary Productivity Software Work Great with Microsoft Office 2010 Express your ideas solve problems and simplify everyday projects with Office 2010 Photo editing Easily edit and print your photos with Windows Live Photo Gallery Then share them on Fac...

Страница 3: ...d into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of powe...

Страница 4: ...A certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent 4 5 meters 15 feet maximum length Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service p...

Страница 5: ...nd Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit www acer group com public Sustainability sustainability01 htm www acer group com public Sustainability sustainability04 htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD CRT monitor or display Lamp s inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local state or federal laws For more inf...

Страница 6: ...re avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach if you view your monitor more than your documents place the display at the center ...

Страница 7: ...op 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 relaxing and productive Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regu...

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Страница 9: ...tting up your computer 9 Arranging a comfortable work area 10 Adjusting your chair 10 Positioning your PC 10 Positioning your monitor 11 Positioning your keyboard 11 Positioning your mouse 11 Connecting the computer 12 Connect your mouse and keyboard 12 PS 2 interface 12 USB interface 12 Connect a monitor optional 12 Connect to a broadband network 12 Individual network configuration 12 Connect to ...

Страница 10: ...ns 23 Opening your computer 23 Removing and installing a hard disk drive 24 Upgrading the system memory 27 System memory interface 27 System memory configuration guidelines 27 6 Frequently asked questions 29 Frequently asked questions 30 7 Regulations and safety notices 33 Regulations and safety notices 34 FCC notice 34 Modem notices 36 Laser compliance statement 38 Digital audio output statement ...

Страница 11: ...1 First things first ...

Страница 12: ... damaged contact your dealer immediately Acer Predator G Series Items contained in the accessory box Keyboard Mouse Speakers optional Setup poster Other user documentation and third party software Accessing the User Guide This User Guide is also available on your computer as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file To access the User Guide 1 On the Windows taskbar click on the Start button then select All Progra...

Страница 13: ...2 System tour ...

Страница 14: ...2 System tour 4 English External structure Front panel ...

Страница 15: ... use USB 3 0 certified devices Defined by the USB 3 0 specification SuperSpeed USB No Icon Component 1 USB 2 0 3 0 ports 2 Headphone line out jack 3 Microphone line in jack 4 Power button 5 Media card slots 6 Optical disk drive eject buttons 7 Drive bay door 8 Optical disc drives 9 Optical disc drives ...

Страница 16: ...tal camcorders handheld game consoles and mobile phones To insert a memory card 1 Hold the card label side up with the card facing the computer 2 Slide the card into the slot until it is seated To remove a memory card 1 Before ejecting a card Exit the application using the card Left click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows taskbar and stop the card operation 2 Gently press the card ...

Страница 17: ...Headphone line out front speaker jack Audio in line in jack Microphone line in jack USB ports PS 2 keyboard port System fan Power supply Power connector Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C Non operating 20 C to 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 to 80 Non operating 20 to 80 ...

Страница 18: ...2 System tour 8 English ...

Страница 19: ...3 Setting up your computer ...

Страница 20: ...ind of chair does 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 c...

Страница 21: ...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 Then try t...

Страница 22: ...ny of the USB ports located on the front and rear panels of your computer Connect a monitor optional To connect a monitor simply plug the monitor cable into the DVI port located on the rear panel of your computer If you have a monitor that supports S video plug the monitor cable to the S video port located on the rear panel of your computer Note Refer to the monitor manual for additional instructi...

Страница 23: ...e 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 1 Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the rear panel of your computer 2 Plug the other end of the power cable into a power outlet ...

Страница 24: ...VR Auto Voltage Regulator make sure that it is plugged in and turned on Turning off your computer The software procedure below applies to system running a Windows OS For other OS shutdown procedures refer to the related user documentation 1 On the Windows taskbar click on the Start button then click Shut Down 2 Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer If you cannot shut down your comput...

Страница 25: ...hotos The list in the left panel shows your computer My Library then other devices if any are connected to your network Home Shared To view files on your computer select one of the categories under My Library then browse the files and folder on the right Shared files Devices connected to your network are shown in the Home Shared section Select a device then the select the category to explore After...

Страница 26: ...es Playing to another device If you want to play the media on another device you need to do the following 1 In the bottom right corner select Play to 2 Select the remote device that will be used to play the file Only devices optimised for playback are available in this list certain PCs and storage devices will not appear To add a Windows PC to this list open Windows Media Player select Stream and ...

Страница 27: ...4 Using your computer ...

Страница 28: ...CDs DVDs BDs are also compact lightweight and easy to carry around However they are more delicate and must be handled with extra care To insert a disc into your computer s optical drive 1 Press the optical drive s eject button located on the front panel 2 When the disc tray slides open place the disc gently on the tray Make sure that the label or title side of the disc is facing upward When holdin...

Страница 29: ...Audio devices Audio devices are easy to connect with the audio ports accessible from the front and rear of the computer Microphone Plug an external microphone or an audio line in device into the microphone line in jack pink jack located on the front and rear of the computer Amplified stereo speakers headset or headphone Plug amplified speakers headset or headphone to the headphone line out front s...

Страница 30: ...lish To connect a USB device simply plug the device cable into any of the USB ports located on the front and rear panels of your computer Note Some USB devices have a built in USB port which permits you to connect more USB devices ...

Страница 31: ...5 Upgrading your computer ...

Страница 32: ...t 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 23 3 Follow the ESD prec...

Страница 33: ... 3 Replace the side panel 4 Replace the bezel door 5 Connect the necessary cables 6 Turn on your computer Opening your computer Caution Before you proceed make sure that you have turned off your computer and all peripherals connected to it Read the Preinstallation instructions on page 22 You need to open your computer before you can install upgrade components The side panel is removable to allow a...

Страница 34: ...certain configurations the carrier already contains a hard disk drive Easy swap technology shortens system downtime for changing the hard disk or performing an upgrade Warning Do not attach or detach the hard drive while the system is on It may cause damage to the device or lose data Removing the hard disk drive carrier Caution Follow these instructions only on computers that include an easy swap ...

Страница 35: ... drive 1 Follow the instructions for removing a hard disk drive carrier above 2 Insert the right side of the new drive into the carrier aligning the pins with the hard disk mounting holes 3 Gently open the tab at the front of the carrier insert the pin into the front mounting hole Bend the rear part of the carrier open insert the pin into the rear mounting hole ...

Страница 36: ...5 Upgrading your computer 26 English 4 With the lever still extended slide the carrier all the way into the drive bay and close the cover ...

Страница 37: ... approved modules in 1 GB or 2 GB capacities Use identical modules same specification for size speed and organization In minimum configuration the FDB should be installed in DIMM 2 slot To remove a memory module 1 Observe the ESD precautions described on page 22 2 Lay the system on its side components showing 3 Press the holding clips on both sides of the DIMM slot outward to release the DIMM 1 4 ...

Страница 38: ...in the channel A slots must match the total size of the DIMMs in channel B slots 4 Remove the new DIMM from its protective packaging handling it by the edges 5 Align the DIMM so that the notch on the slot fits the keyed edge of the module then press the module at both ends to seat it fully into the slot 1 If you insert a DIMM but it does not fit easily into the slot you have inserted it incorrectl...

Страница 39: ...6 Frequently asked questions ...

Страница 40: ...DD 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 Nothing appears on the screen Your computer s power management function automatically blanks the screen to ...

Страница 41: ...s are automatically turned off System cannot read hard disk or optical disc drive information Check the following Make sure you are using the correct type of disk Make sure the disc is inserted into the drive correctly Check if the disc is clean and unscratched Check your drive by using a good undamaged disc If your drive can not read the information on the good disc there may be a problem with th...

Страница 42: ...6 Frequently asked questions 32 English ...

Страница 43: ...7 Regulations and safety notices ...

Страница 44: ...lowing 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 technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maint...

Страница 45: ...e undesired operation Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian 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 ...

Страница 46: ...ied in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the 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...

Страница 47: ...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...

Страница 48: ...e countries This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use 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 followi...

Страница 49: ... 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...

Страница 50: ...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...

Страница 51: ...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...

Страница 52: ...Remark All images are for reference purposes only Actual configuration may vary V12A1 ...

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