Page 3 - Safety instructions
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 5 - Disposal instructions
v Telephone line safety • Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning, do not connect the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms. Disposal instructions Do not throw ...
Page 6 - Tips and information for comfortable use
vi Note: The statement above is applicable only to Acer system with an ENERGY STAR sticker. Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after 10 and 30 minute...
Page 9 - Contents
Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Disposal instructions v Tips and information for comfortable use vi 1 System tour 1 Front panel 2 Rear panel 2 Optical drive 4 Taking care of your optical discs 4 2 Setting up your computer 5 Arranging a comfortable work area 6 Posi...
Page 10 - Regulations and safety notices
4 Frequently asked questions 15 Frequently asked questions 16 5 Regulations and safety notices 19 FCC notice 20 Modem notices 21 Laser compliance statement 23 Digital audio output statement 23 Radio device regulatory notice 23 Canada — Low-power license-exempt radiocommunication devices (RSS-210) 24...
Page 11 - System tour
Page 12 - Front panel
1 System tour 2 Englis h Front panel The front panel of your computer has the following: Rear panel The rear panel of your computer has the following: Icon Description Microphone-in jack (front) Headphone jack USB ports USB 3.0 USB 3.0 ports (selected models only) Recovery button Network / hard disk...
Page 14 - Optical drive; Taking care of your optical discs
1 System tour 4 Englis h Optical drive Your computer may come with a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW Combo, DVD-Dual or DVD-Super multi drive. This drive is located at the front of your computer. A CD-ROM allows you to play different types of compact discs (CD). A DVD drive can read CDs, CD-I discs, vide...
Page 16 - Arranging a comfortable work area; Positioning your monitor
2 Setting up your computer 6 Englis h Arranging a comfortable work area Take note of the following when selecting a location for your computer: • Do not put your computer near any equipment that might cause electromagnetic or radio frequency interference, such as radio transmitters, televisions, cop...
Page 17 - Positioning your mouse; Connecting peripherals; Connecting your mouse and keyboard; USB interface; Connecting a monitor
7 English Positioning your mouse • The mouse should be placed on the same surface as your keyboard so that you can reach it with ease. • Adjust its position to allow enough space for movement without making you stretch or lean over. • Use your arm to move the mouse. Do not rest your wrist on the tab...
Page 18 - Connecting the power cable; Turning on your computer; Turning off your computer
2 Setting up your computer 8 Englis h Connecting the power cable Caution: Before you proceed, check the voltage range in your area. Make sure 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. Set the v...
Page 19 - Upgrading
Page 20 - Installation precautions; ESD precautions; Post-installation instructions
3 Upgrading your computer 10 Englis h Installation precautions Before you install any computer component, we recommend that you read the following sections. These sections contain important ESD precautions along with preinstallation and post-installation instructions. ESD precautions Electrostatic d...
Page 21 - Opening your computer; To remove the computer cover; Upgrading your computer
11 English 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. Opening your computer Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off your computer and all peripherals connected to...
Page 22 - To remove a memory DIMM
3 Upgrading your computer 12 Englis h To remove a memory DIMM Note: The memory DIMM has only one notch located toward the center of the module. 1 Remove the side panel. 2 Locate the memory DIMM socket on the mainboard. 3 Press the holding clips on both sides of the memory DIMM socket outward to rele...
Page 23 - To install a memory DIMM; To reconfigure your computer
13 English To install a memory DIMM 1 Locate the memory DIMM socket on the mainboard. 2 Align the memory DIMM with the socket (a). Press the memory DIMM into the socket until the clips lock onto the memory DIMM (b). Note: The memory DIMM sockets are slotted to ensure proper installation. If you inse...
Page 24 - Installing an expansion card
3 Upgrading your computer 14 Englis h Note: Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard. 6 Reinstall the metal bracket frame to the housing. 7 Replace the computer cover. Installing an expansion card To install an expansi...
Page 25 - Frequently
Page 29 - Regulations
Page 30 - FCC notice; Notice: Shielded cables
5 Regulations and safety notices 20 Englis h 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 installa...
Page 31 - Modem notices
21 English Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired ope...
Page 32 - Notice for Australia
5 Regulations and safety notices 22 Englis h Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted te...
Page 33 - Laser compliance statement
23 English b The equipment 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 de...
Page 34 - List of applicable countries
5 Regulations and safety notices 24 Englis h List of applicable 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/rt...
Page 35 - Declaration of Conformity
25 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. Easy Lai, e-mail:[email protected] And, Acer Italy s.r.l Via Lepeti...
Page 37 - Federal Communications Commission
27 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...