Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Aspire Acer
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1 Aspire Aspire Aspire Aspire TM TM TM TM User's Guide User's Guide User's Guide User's Guide.
2 Pay attention, please! Your Acer Aspire computer comes with an extraordinary multimedia software package, designed to guide you through what you can do with your computer. This manual is your computer’s reference guide. (If you are reading this manual, it's probably because you are experiencing problems with your computer.
3 Table of Contents Welcome ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Your Aspire Computer: an Overview ---------------------------------- 7 Using the Audio Syste.
4 Welcome, and thanks for buying an Acer Aspire computer. Now you own a multimedia system. Your system has been designed to improve your way of working, and to meet current and future needs of any kind of user. Before you start… Read this section carefully, to be able to place your system in the best location.
5 Unplug your system from the outlet, and contact qualified service personnel, if one (or more) of the following conditions occur(s): a • The power cord or power plug is damaged or worn out. b • Liquid of any kind has been spilled or poured on the product.
6 How to Place and Install your System at its Best It is important that you place your computer taking into account ergonomic and security issues. Here you can find some hints to make your working environment safer, handier, and more pleasant. Your Monitor .
7 Your Aspire Computer: an Overview The system: Aspire Microtower Device Slot Door System LEDs and Hard Disk Activity LEDs Power Switch Opening Notch.
8 Installing your Aspire Computer Refer to the Easy Installation step by step supplied with your computer for quick installation instructions. Switching your Computer On and Off You can switch your co.
9 Your Mouse Your mouse uses a cursor called pointer. Pointers may have different shapes, generally they assume the shape of an arrow. Your mouse has a rolling device, and two buttons: a left button, and a right button. Quickly depressing and releasing one of these buttons, is called clicking.
10 Your Keyboard Your keyboard has been designed to simplify your computer operations. Some keys directly take you to frequently used applications, while a special knob allows you to adjust the audio volume or to activate the Mute function. Some of the keys may act in different ways according to the application program you are using.
11 End Key • Takes you to the end of a line. Page Up / Page Down Keys • Takes you one screen up or down. Backspace Key • Similar to the Canc key, deletes the characters to the cursor's left one by one. Alt and Ctrl Keys • Alone or in combination with other keys, may perform different functions, according to the software program.
12 Your Monitor Refer to the documentation provided with your monitor, for more information about your monitor characteristics and usage. Computer Unit Whether it's dealing with one of your perso.
13 Using Your Floppy Disk Drive Floppy disks are used to copy data on a computer or to copy data from it. They are a useful and cheap way of handling small files. 1 • Insert a floppy disk in your floppy disk drive as shown, its round metal part in the center facing down.
14 Formatting a Floppy Disk A floppy disk is a flexible support covered with a magnetic substance, similar to a magnetic tape, on which you can store data in electronic formats. Floppy disks are protected by a rigid plastic case. Before using a floppy disk, you have to format it, to make it able to receive your computer information.
15 Using your CD-ROM/ CD-RW Drive Unlike floppy disks, CD-ROM/DVD-ROM can be used only to transfer data to your computer. Your Acer computer can use two types of CD-ROMs: audio disks, and data disks. Data CDs can contain a lot of information, and big programs.
16 Data Modem/Fax Your data modem/fax allows your computer to send and receive data, images, and information all over the world, provided that a phone line and Internet access are available.
17 Connecting an Optional Printer To use your system at its best, you should connect a printer to it. Using a printer will allow you to generate paper copies of your documents and work. Color printers have become quite inexpensive lately, and using one of them will allow you to get excellent quality graphics: letters, photos, etc.
18 Connecting an Optional Serial Device Serial devices are also available on the market, and your computer can handle also a serial interface. The following lines explain how to install a serial device. 1 • Ensure that your computer has been switched off, and that the power cord has been disconnected from the plug.
19 Connecting a Joystick or an Optional MIDI Device The Games/MIDI port transforms your Aspire computer into an exciting equipment for entertainment and games.
20 Using the Audio System at its Best Listening to an Audio CD If you want to listen to some music while working on your system, insert an audio CD in the CD-ROM drive, wait from ten to twenty seconds, till your computer automatically detects your audio CD format, and starts to play the CD.
21 2 • On the taskbar in the lower part of your screen, click the Volume icon. The volume control is displayed (see picture). You can adjust the volume using your mouse.
22 Adding Options to your Aspire Computer Several expansion devices, such as hard disks, memories, and expansion cards to accomplish several other tasks can be added to your Acer Aspire system.
23 Removing Cov ering Panels Lateral panel screws, and panel sliding directions Putting the Covering Panel Back Lateral Panels Sliding Directions.
24 Putting the Covering Panel Back After you finish operating inside your computer, put the lateral panels back in place, maintaining their original positioning.
25 Need Help? Acer made their best to provide you with an easy to service and reliable computer. However, unexpected issues may arise. Refer to the hints and tips provided by this troubleshooting section, to diagnose and solve your problems.
26 The keyboard doesn't work. 1 • Press the Caps Lock key several times, to see whether the LED commutes from on to off. 2 • If this doesn't happen, check that your keyboard's cable has been inserted into the rear panel connector in the right way.
27 The sound quality is not very good, or it is unusual, or the system doesn't produce any sound at all. 1 • Turn the volume up, using the knob on your keyboard.
28 Technical Support: Acer Technical Support Web site: http://www.acer.co.uk If you are experiencing problems with your system before your system Warranty expires, you should contact Acer Technical Support. Technical Support supports your problems covered by your system warranty, such as hardware malfunctions.
29 End User Standard License Agreement. THIS AGREEMENT APPLIES WHEN A SPECIFIC SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER LICENSE AGREEMENT DOESN'T APPLY. IF THIS IS NOT THE CASE, THE SPECIFIC SOFTWARE PRODUCER LICENSE APPLIES. NOTE FOR THE END USER: READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING LEGAL CONTRACT.
30 CD-ROM Safety Warning Warning: Laser devices release invisible but dangerous radiation: DO NOT OPEN THE CD- ROM DRIVE. Precautions Related to the Lithium Batteries Warning: in case of wrong replacement, batteries may explode. Replace batteries only with batteries of the same or equivalent type, and follow the manufacturer instructions.
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Limited Pr oduct W arranty.
Limited Pr oduct W arranty A. Coverage of Limited Warranty This Limited Warranty confers upon you specific rights and r emedies. The law of the country of your residence may give you differ ent and mo.
2-Y ears LIMITED W ARRANTY CARD PRODUCT W ARRANTY PERIOD AND TYPE Personal Computers Aspire by Acer 2 Y ears: Mail-in or Carry-In (1) T echnical Support 2 Y ears (Hardwar e only) Software Support 180 days Accessories 6 months Mail-in (1) (1) Mail-in: Customer ships the unit to Acer’ s repair depot.
Eingeschränkte Pr oduktgarantie Gewährleistungs - und Haftungsr egeln A) Eingeschränkte Produktgarantie Diese eingeschränkte Garantie überträgt Ihnen spezifische Rechte und Rechtsmittel. Die landesspezifischen Gesetze können Ihnen unterschiedliche und darüber hinaus gehende Rechte und Rechtsmittel zubilligen.
GARANTIE – Bedingungen Produkt GARANTIEDAUER UND ART DER GARANTIE PC Aspire by Acer 2 Jahre Mail-in (1) / Carry-in (2) T echnischer Support 2 Jahre (nur Hardwar e) Software Support 180 T age Zubehör 6 Monate Mail-in (1) (1) Mail-in: Der Kunde schickt das Produkt an die Fachwerkstatt von Acer .
Garanzia Limitata del Pr odotto A. Copertura della garanzia Questa garanzia Vi conferisce specifici diritti e rimedi. La legge del vostro Paese potrebbe concederVi diritti e rimedi più estesi. Le condizioni offerte da questa Garanzia non limitano o escludono alcuno dei diritti o rimedi di cui V oi potreste goder e sotto tale legge.
CARTOLINA DI GARANZIA (2 ANNI) PRODOTTO PERIODO E TIPO DI GARANZIA PC Aspire by Acer 2 anni: Mail-in o Carry-in (1) Assistenza tecnica 2 anni (solo hardwar e) Assistenza software 180 giorni Accessori 6 mesi: Mail-in (1) (1) Mail-in: Il cliente invia l’unità al centro assistenza Acer per la riparazione.
Garantie des Pr oduits A. Étendue de la Garantie La présente garantie ne fait pas obstacle à l’exercice de vos droits de consommateur , notamment au regard de la garantie légale des vices cachés. Le présent document explique les droits, restrictions et moyens pour la mise en place de la garantie.
CONDITIONS D'APPLICA TION DE LA GARANTIE D’UNE DUREE DE 2 ans PRODUIT GARANTIE Ordinateurs Aspire by Acer 2 ans: Mail-in ou Carry-In (1) Support T echnique 2 ans matériel Support Logiciel 180 .
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