Page 3 - Safety instructions; Turning the product off before cleaning
iii Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do...
Page 4 - Safe listening; Using electrical power
iv • Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Safe listening Follow these instructions, suggested by hearing experts,to prote...
Page 5 - Product servicing; Additional safety information
v 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 personne...
Page 6 - Disposal instructions; Mercury advisory
vi 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://www....
Page 7 - Tips and information for comfortable use; Finding your comfort zone
vii Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • The display is configured to go into sleep mode after less than 10 minutes of user inactivity. The computer is configured to go into sleep mode after less than 30 minutes of user inactivity....
Page 8 - Taking care of your vision
viii Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain. Eyes•...
Page 9 - Contents
Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Environment 2 Setting up your computer 3 Necessary to know before setup 3 Selecting a location 3 Opening the package...
Page 11 - English; System tour
1 English System tour Your computer consists of the following: Icon Description Icon Description Power button Floppy drive (selected models only) Microphone jack (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Speaker or headphone jack (selected models only) Media card reader (selected m...
Page 12 - Environment
System tour 2 English Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. The table below indicates the functions of the audio jacks on the rear panel (selected models only): Environment Recovery button(selected models only...
Page 13 - Setting up your computer; Necessary to know before setup; Selecting a location; Opening the package
3 English Setting up your computer The AcerSystem is a versatile and powerful system, supporting a mainstream performance CPU. The computer uses a state-of-the-art bus architecture, which improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software applications. Your AcerSy...
Page 14 - Connecting peripherals; Starting your computer
Setting up your computer 4 English • Wireless keyboard with pointing function • Remote control Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster • Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting periph...
Page 15 - Opening the computer; Setting up new components
5 English Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to shut off the computer and unplug the power cord from the outlet. • Remove the screws on the chassis. • Slide the panel off. Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with AcerSystem comput...
Page 16 - Frequently asked questions
6 English 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 po...
Page 18 - Taking care of your computer; Important tips
8 English 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. Important tips • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a r...
Page 19 - To clean your pointing device; Asking for technical assistance
9 English To clean your pointing device To clean an 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 documentation t...
Page 20 - Regulations and safety notices; FCC notice; Notice: Shielded cables
10 English Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installatio...
Page 21 - Notice: Canadian users; Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens
11 English this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause 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 ...
Page 22 - Modem notices; Notice for USA; Notice for Australia
12 English 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 request, you must provide this information t...
Page 23 - Notice for New Zealand
13 English Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort ...
Page 24 - Laser compliance statement; List of applicable countries
14 English Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. Digital audio output stat...
Page 25 - Declaration of Conformity
15 English Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, TaiwanContact Person: Mr. RU Jan, e-mail: [email protected] And, Acer Italy s.r.l Via Lepetit, ...
Page 27 - Federal Communications Commission
17 English Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St., San Jose CA 95110, U. S. A.Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147 www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditi...