Acer AcerPower SP- User Manual

1.5 System upgrade You can expand your AcerPower SP system quickly and easily by adding components. You can also upgrade the components of your AcerPower SP system. Open the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to shut off the computer and unplug the power cord from the ou...

2. Setting up your computer AcerPower SP is a versatile, high-power system, supporting Intel Socket 478 CPUs. The computer uses Peripheral Component Interface (PCI) and Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) design. This improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software...

Open package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for later use. Ensure that all items are present and in good condition. If any of the following items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. • Acer Power SP Series • PS2 keyboard • PS2 mouse • Spearkers (...

2.3. Starting your computer After connecting all the peripheral equipment, start your computer according to the below steps: 1. Power on all peripheral equipment, such as monitor, printer, fax, speakers etc. 2. Turn on the system. Once the start-up process is complete, you can begin to use the compu...

3. Upgrading your computer 3.1 Installation Precautions Reminder for guarding against static electricity Protect your system from power surges, read following section before installing any components. This section contains important ESD (Electrostatic discharge) precautions. ESD Guard ESD can damage...

Certain components of your computer are upgradeable such as the memory, the hard disk, the CPU and the expansion card. However, for safety purpose we do not recommend performing these upgrades yourself. If you want to replace or upgrade any of the components, contact your dealer or a qualified servi...

3.4. Installing PCI cards Install PCI card 1. Find an empty PCI slot on the motherboard. 2. Remove the screw holding the bracket to back panel and remove the bracket. 3. Take the new PCI card from its protective bag. 4. Position the PCI card in the slot and gently press to insert it. 5. Secure the c...

3.6. Upgrading CPU Remove CPU Remark: Please follow the pre-installation instructions to guard against static electricity while installing or removing any system parts. To remove the CPU from the motherboard: 1. Find the CPU on the motherboard 2. Disjoin the connectors attached to the fan and the he...

Install and upgrade CPU To install or upgrade the CPU, complete the following steps: 1. Unlock the socket lever. 2. Install the CPU chip into socket. 3. Return the lever to locked position. 4. Attach the fan/heat sink on top of the CPU. 5. Attach the fan/heat sink connectors to the connectors with m...

5. Taking Care of your computer Please read the important instructions listed in this section. Following these instructions will help you maximize the durability of your computer. 5.1 Important tips Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiat...

20 3) Put the ball back and replace the cover. To clean your optical mouse For users of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your mouse for maintenance instructions. To clean your monitor Make sure that you keep your screen clean. For cleaning instructions, refer to the docume...