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    Veriton 3600 series User's guide
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    Reserved. Veriton 3600 series User's guide Original issue date: April 2003 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary
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    1 First things first System specifications Package contents Accessing the user's guide 2 System tour Features Performance Multimedia Connectivity Front panel Rear panel - VT3600D Rear panel - VT3600G Keyboard Programmable keys Internet/Suspend keys Multimedia keys Volume control/Mute
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    disk Installing an expansion card 5 System utilities Acrobat Reader Acer LANScope (optional) Norton AntiVirus NTI CD-Maker (for Frequently asked questions Appendix A: Notices FCC notice Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Macrovision® statement Year 2000
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    v Appendix B: Taking care of your computer Important tips Cleaning and servicing Asking for technical assistance Index 111 112 112 113 115
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    1 First things first
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    This chapter describes the system specifications and the contents of your computer package.
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    memory Chipset Graphics Audio LAN IDE FDD PS2 USB Serial port Printer port Debug Thermal Specification • Intel Pentium®4 1.8 - 3.6 GHz • Intel Celeron® 2.0 - 2.6 GHz Four SDRAM slots support a maximum of 4 GB dualchannel DDR memory • Intel MCH 865G • Intel MCH 865PE Intel MCH 865G on-die VGA card
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    5 Component Specification Security • Chassis lock (Kensington compatible) • Chassis intrusion alarm Chassis Three models: H80, H40, H34A Wake system Wake on LAN Wake on modem Mouse/keyboard HDD • 5400 RPM: 40 - 100 GB • 7200 RPM: 40 GB, 80 GB, 120 GB Optical Drive CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM,
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    the following items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Veriton 3600 series • Items contained in the accessory box • Foot stands • USB or PS/2 keyboard • USB or PS/2 mouse • Power cable • User's guide and installation poster • Other user documentation and third-party software
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    XP taskbar, click on the Start button then select Help and Support Center. 2 On the Help and Support Center home page, double-click the Veriton 3600 series Online icon. To access the user's guide (for Windows 2000) 1 Double-click on the Veriton 3600 series Online icon on your Windows desktop.
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    8 1 First things first
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    2 System tour
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    This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer.
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    function • 3.5-inch floppy drive • CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD/CD-RW combo drive • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk • Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals Multimedia • 3-D quality audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/Line-in, Audio-out/Line-out, Headphone-out, and
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    13 • One VGA port • Eight Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (two internal, two on the front and four on the rear panel) • High-speed fax/data PCI modem (optional) • Broadcom 5705 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit LAN support with remote wake-up function
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    14 Front panel Your computer's front panel consists of the following: 2 System tour Label Icon 1 2 3 4 Component Floppy drive light-emitting diode (LED) 3.5-inch floppy drive Floppy drive eject button CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW Headphone/Earphone port 5 Volume control 6 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW tray 7
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    15 Label Icon 11 Component Microphone-in jack (front) see note 12 Headphone-out port 13 Hard disk activity LED 14 LAN activity LED 15 Power LED 16 Power button Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear). However, you can not use both of them at the same time. By
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    16 Rear panel - VT3600D 2 System tour Your computer's rear panel consists of the following: Label 1 2 3 4 Icon 5 6 7 8 Color Green Component Power supply Voltage selector switch Keyhole PS/2 mouse port Teal or Turquoise Burgundy Serial port Parallel/Printer port White Network port One
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    Label 9 Icon 10 11 17 Color Light blue Component Audio-in/Line-in jack Monitor port (PCI expansion card) Telephone/Handset line port 12 Power cord socket 13 Purple PS/2 keyboard port 14 Black USB ports 15 Pink Microphone-in jack (rear) 16 Lime Audio-out/Line-out jack 17 S-
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    18 Rear panel - VT3600G 2 System tour Your computer's rear panel consists of the following: Label 1 2 3 4 Icon 5 6 7 8 Color Green Component Power supply Voltage selector switch Keyhole PS/2 mouse port Teal or Turquoise Burgundy Serial port Parallel/Printer port Blue Monitor port (On-die
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    Label 9 Icon 10 11 12 19 Color Light blue Component One Touch Recovery button (Optional) Audio-in/Line-in jack Monitor port (PCI expansion card) Telephone/Handset line port 13 Power cord socket 14 Purple PS/2 keyboard port 15 Black USB ports 16 Pink Microphone-in jack (rear) 17
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    20 2 System tour Keyboard The keyboard that came with your computer has full-sized keys that include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, and twelve function keys. For information on how to connect your USB keyboard, please see "Connecting peripherals" on page 41. No. Description 1
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    21 No. Description 9 Windows logo key 10 Caps lock 11 Function keys Programmable keys The programmable keys help you directly access a URL (Web site) or launch any program, files, or application in your system. The fifth key is set to launch the Windows Media Player. If you want to
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    22 Internet/Suspend keys The Internet/Suspend keys consist of three buttons: 2 System tour Icon Key Email Description Launches your email application. Web browser Suspend Launches your current default browser. Press this button to put system to sleep.
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    23 Multimedia keys Allow you to conveniently play, pause, stop, step forward, or step back a song or movie using your keyboard. Icon Key Play/Pause Description Press to start playing the audio track or video file. Press again to pause. Stop Press to stop playing the audio track or video file.
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    24 2 System tour Volume control/Mute knob The volume control/mute knob controls the speaker volume. Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the volume. Press it to toggle between mute and sound.
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    25 Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off to switch between two functions. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock Scroll Lock Description When activated, all alphabetic characters typed appear in uppercase (same function as pressing Shift + ). When activated, the
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    26 2 System tour Cursor keys The cursor keys, also called the arrow keys, let you move the cursor around the screen. They serve the same function as the arrow keys on the numeric keypad when the Num Lock is toggled off.
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    27 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows logo key Application key Description Start button. Combinations with this key perform special functions, such as: • Windows + Tab: Activate the next Taskbar button • Windows + E: Explore My Computer •
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    28 2 System tour Function keys The function keys, F1 - F12, let you perform specific functions, depending on the application that uses them. Palm rest The detachable palm rest provides you a comfortable place to rest your hands while typing.
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    29 Optical drive Your computer may come with a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or a combo DVD/ CD-RW drive. This drive is located on the front panel of your computer. The CD-ROM drive allows you to play different types of compact discs (CDs). The DVD-ROM drive allows you to play not only old CD-ROMs, CD-I discs,
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    center to the edge. Do not wipe in a circular motion. • Clean your CD or DVD drive periodically. You may refer to the Cleaning kit for instructions. Cleaning kits can be purchased in any computer or electronics shop.
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    31 Hard disk Your computer is preinstalled with a high-capacity Enhanced-IDE!!!! (E-IDE) hard disk. Refer to "Replacing the hard disk" on page 72 for instructions on how to upgrade or replace your hard disk
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    32 2 System tour
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    3 Setting up your computer
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    34 3 Setting up your computer
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    This chapter contains step-by-step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals.
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    area. Here are some points to consider: Adjusting your chair Having the right kind of chair does not necessarily mean that 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
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    37 2 Attach the foot stands to the slots on the housing frame (b) as shown in the figure below:
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    38 3 Setting up your computer To position your PC in a desktop or horizontal position: 1 Attach the foot stands as shown in the figure that follows. 2 Place your computer in the desired location. Take note of the following when selecting a location for your computer: • Do not put your computer
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    39 Positioning your monitor Place your monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 50 to 60 centimeters away. Adjust the display in such a way that the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level. Positioning your keyboard The location of the keyboard is a very important factor to
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    40 3 Setting up your computer keyboard beside your monitor will make you turn your head while you type which could add tension to your neck muscles that may later result in neck strain. Positioning your mouse • The mouse should be placed on the same surface as your keyboard so that you can reach
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    41 Connecting peripherals Setting up your computer is easy. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the mouse, the keyboard, the monitor, and the power cable. Note: The peripherals shown in the connections below are for your reference only. Actual device models may vary in select
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    42 PS/2 mouse 3 Setting up your computer Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port located on the rear panel of your computer. (green port)
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    43 Connecting your keyboard USB keyboard Plug your USB keyboard cable into any of the USB ports (black port) located on the front and rear panel of your computer.
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    44 3 Setting up your computer PS/2 keyboard Plug your PS/2 keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port port) located on the rear panel of your computer. (purple
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    monitor The location of your monitor port depends on which Veriton 3600 models you have. Refer to "Rear panel - VT3600D" : Refer to the monitor manual for additonal instructions and information on adjusting your monitors settings. Note: The image above shows the Vertion 3600G. Refer to pages 16
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    46 Connecting the power cable 3 Setting up your computer 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, set your computer's voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your area. Set
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    47 Turning on your computer After connecting the necessary peripherals and plugging in the power cable, you are now ready to turn the computer on and get to work. To turn on your computer: 1 Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 On the
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    48 3 Setting up your computer Turning off your computer To turn off your computer, follow the steps below. For Windows XP: 1 On the Windows XP taskbar, click on the Start button, and click Turn Off Computer; then click Turn Off. 2 Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer. For Windows
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    49 Connecting options Connecting your printer Your computer supports parallel, serial and USB printers. To connect a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel port (burgundy port) located on the rear panel of
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    50 3 Setting up your computer Connecting the modem (optional) Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line and handset line of your computer. into their corresponding ports on the rear panel
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    the network cable into the network port (white port) on the rear panel of your computer. Note: Consult your network system administrator or operating system manual for information on how to configure your network setup.
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    52 3 Setting up your computer Connecting multimedia devices You can connect multimedia devices such as microphone, earphone or headphone, external speakers, and audio line-in device. These devices will allow you to take advantage of your computer's multimedia features. Note: The multimedia
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    53 • earphones, headphones: connect to the Headphone-out port (lime port) located on the front panel of your computer Note: To adjust the volume of the headphones, click on the Volume icon located on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen. When the Volume control pops up, drag the Volume control
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    54 3 Setting up your computer • external speakers: connect to the Audio-out/Line-out jack (lime jack) on the rear panel of your computer • audio line-in device: connect to the Audio-in/Line-in jack (light blue jack) located on the rear panel of your computer
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    connections can be eliminated. Your computer comes with six USB ports: two on the front and another four on the rear panel. These ports support USB 2.0 high-performance external devices such as webcams and digital still cameras. They also allow you to connect additional USB devices to your computer
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    56 3 Setting up your computer Note: Some USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows you to connect or daisy-chain more USB devices.
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    4 Upgrading your computer
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    This chapter contains instructions on how to upgrade your computer and basic information about your system boards that you will find helpful when performing the upgrade process.
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    post-installation instructions. ESD precautions requiring ESD protection. Preinstallation instructions Always observe the following 2 Open your computer according to the instructions on page 62. 3 Follow the ESD See the following sections for specific instructions on the component you wish to
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    Observe the following after installing a computer component: 1 See to it that the components are installed according to the step- by-step instructions in their respective sections. 2 Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed earlier. 3 Replace the computer cover. 4 Connect the
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    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 60. You need to open your computer before you can install additional components. See the following section for
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    63 To replace the computer cover 1 Align the cover's hinges to the housing frame (a); then gently push it in to slide it back into place (b). Secure the cover with two screws you removed earlier (c,d).
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    64 4 Upgrading your computer Internal components The figure below shows what your computer looks like once you remove the cover: Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Component 3.5-inch floppy drive Optical drive Drive frame Power supply Mainboard see note VGA card Modem card Expansion slot Note: The
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    65 System boards Mainboard layout The mainboard becomes accessible once you open your computer. Refer to the section below for the corresponding mainboard layout of your Veriton 3600 series computer model.
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    66 4 Upgrading your computer Veriton 3600G mainboard layout
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    Label AGP1 AUD1 ATX1 BIOS1 BT1 CD1 COM1 DLED1 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 FN1 FN6 FAN2 FDD1 IDE1 IDE2 JAUD1 JBAT1 JCI1 67 Component AGP slot (VT3600G only) see note Line-in (top), line-out (middle), and rear microphonein (bottom) ports Power connector BIOS chipset Battery CD-in connector Serial
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    USB 2.0 connector or Unused Front USB 2.0 connector or Unused USB ports Monitor port (VT3600G only) Note: For the location of the AGP slot on the Veriton 3600 mainboard, see page 65.
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    69 Audio board The audio board that came with your computer should look like the figure that follows. Label JUSB1 JUSB2 USB1 USB2 JAUD1 JAUD2 JMIC1 JSPK1 Description USB Connector - connects to the JUSB1 of the mainboard USB Connector - unused USB port USB port Standard audio connector - connects
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    any of these components, contact your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance. Note: The mainboard model shown in the computer. Installing additional memory The four 184-pin sockets on the mainboard support Double Data Rate (DDR) Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM)-type
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    71 3 Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR DIMM socket outward to release the DDR DIMM (1,2). Gently pull the DDR DIMM out of the socket (3). To install a DDR DIMM 1 Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard.
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    72 4 Upgrading your computer 2 Align the DDR DIMM with the socket (1). Press the DDR DIMM into the socket until the clips lock onto the DDR DIMM (2,3). Note: The DDR DIMM sockets are slotted to ensure proper installation. If you insert a DDR DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket, you
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    73 3 Press the tabs (a) and (b) on both sides of the drive frame to release it from the housing. Rotate the drive frame to a 90-degree angle (c); then pull out (d), and remove the drive frame (e).
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    74 4 Upgrading your computer 4 Detach hard disk cable (a) and power cable (b) from the hard disk. Then, remove the screw that holds the hard disk to the housing (c). Set the screw aside. 5 Slide the hard disk frame to the right (d); then gently move it inward (e) and pull it up to detach it (f).
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    75 6 Install the new hard disk into the housing (a,b,c,d,e). Secure it with the screw you removed earlier (f) and connect the power and hard disk cables to the new hard disk (g,h).
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    76 4 Upgrading your computer 7 Reinstall the drive frame into the housing (i,j). Make sure the tabs on both sides snap into place. 8 Reattach the CD or DVD drive and the floppy drive cables. Note: Make sure that the other ends of the disk drive cables are securely connected to their corresponding
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    77 4 Pull out the bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty slot. 5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging. 6 Align the card with the empty bracket and then insert it into the slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated.
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    78 4 Upgrading your computer 7 Secure the card to your computer with the screw you removed earlier. 8 Replace the computer cover (see page 63). When you turn on the computer, BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly-installed devices.
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    5 System utilities
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    This chapter describes the applications that are preinstalled on your computer.
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    your computer's operations. These utilities may include any of the following: • Acrobat® Reader™ • Acer LANScope Client Manager (optional) • Norton AntiVirus • NTI CD-Maker • PowerDVD • BIOS utility • Acer One-Touch Recovery (System restore utility) If your computer is configured with Microsoft
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    83 Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader is a software that lets you view, navigate, browse and print Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) files on all major computer platforms. To read a PDF document you can: • Simply double click on any file with an icon like that shown above. or 1 On the windows
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    a CD into your computer's optical drive. 2 Follow all onscreen instructions until installation is completed. For more information on how to use the LANScope, you may refer to the LANScope Help menu. Note: Acer LANScope currently supports Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP platforms
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    85 Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software which finds and repairs infected files, protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe and secure. It also scans incoming email attachments for viruses. It provides useful virus detection and repair facilities. How do I check
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    86 5 System utilities You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals. If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the background so that you do not have to stop working. For more information about Norton
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    87 NTI CD-Maker (for models with CD-RW) The NTI CD-Maker is a CD-Recording software which allows you to create and copy audio, data and videos to CD-R or CD-RW discs. To copy an audio or data disc: 1 Click the Quick Burning icon on the desktop. 2 Insert the CD you would like to copy into the
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    88 4 Click the Start button to begin copying. 5 System utilities For more information about NTI CD-Maker and its other features, refer to the NTl CD-Maker Help menu.
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    89 PowerDVD (for models with DVD) PowerDVD is a high-quality, pure software DVD player which brings high-quality movies and karaoke to your multimedia PC. You can play back high resolution DVD titles or MPEG-2 files with MPEG-2 video and Dolby Digital (AC-3) audio. PowerDVD provides a complete set
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    System (BIOS). Since most computers are already properly configured and optimized, there is no need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems and get the "Run Setup" message, you will need to run this utility. Note: Before you run BIOS, make sure that you have saved
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    system is turned on. 2 Insert the System CD into the CD or DVD drive. 3 Select the application that you want to reinstall. 4 Follow all onscreen instructions until you finish the installation.
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    process will restore your system's original factory default settings. Your Acer Veriton series computer includes a One Touch Recovery button, a feature that only 1.5 seconds to press Alt + F10. Follow all onscreen instructions. You can also follow the steps below: 1 Locate the (optional) One touch recovery
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    93 2 Press the button. After a moment the following screen will appear on your display. 3 Click OK. You will be prompted again to continue.
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    94 4 Click OK again. 5 System utilities 5 After 15 seconds the system will reboot and initate the restore operation. 6 After the recovery operation finishes the system will reboot again. You will be required to go through the setup process again.
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    process. If you attempt to restore your system using the One Touch feature, and the system DOES NOT respond, contact your local vendor or authorised Acer representative immediately.
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    Backup utility: 1 Click the Start button in the taskbar. 2 Highlight All Programs 3 Click Accessories 4 Select System Tools 5 Click Backup When Backup starts, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your backup profile and schedule. For more information about Backup, refer to Windows XP help.
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    97 Disk Defragmenter (Windows XP only) The disk degfragmentation utility consolidates files and folders on your computer's hard disk. This allows your computer to access files and folders and save new data more efficiently. By consolidating your files and folders, the defragmenter also consolidates
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    98 5 System utilities
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    6 Frequently asked questions
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    100 6 Frequently asked questions
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    This chapter tells you what to do in case your computer is not working properly. However, if a more serious problem arises, contact your dealer or the technical support center (www.acersupport.com) for assistance.
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    + 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. Note: For more
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    to save power. Just press any key to turn the display back on. If pressing a key does not work, contact your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. Q: The printer does not work. A: Do the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is
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    by using a good (i.e., undamaged) disc. If your drive can not read the information on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. Contact your dealer or technical support center for assistance. Q: System cannot write data on the hard disk or CD-R/CD-RW. A: Check the following: • Make sure
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    105 Appendix A: Notices
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    energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
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    interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of Canada. Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the
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    servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b. If liquid has been spilled into the product c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions
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    . Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Macrovision® statement This product incorporates copyright protection technology Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Year 2000 compliance statement The Veriton 3600 series computer carries the
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    110 Appendix A: Notices
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    111 Appendix B: Taking care of your computer
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    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 viewing the screen more comfortable. Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug
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    with your monitor. When to contact a service technician • If you dropped and damaged the computer • If liquid has been spilled into the computer • If the computer is not operating normally • If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and done the troubleshooting tips discussed in the
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    114 Appendix B: Taking care of your computer
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    A accessing the user's guide 7 applications 82 B BIOS utility 90 C computer maintenance 112 cleaning 112 servicing 112 connecting options key 21 L lock keys caps lock 25 num lock 25 scroll lock 25 M mainboard Veriton 3600 66 multimedia key forward 23 play/pause 23 stop 23 N NTI 87 P PowerDVD 89
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    116 connecting peripherals external monitor 45 power cable 46 USB keyboard 43 USB mouse 41 keyboard 39 monitor 39 mouse 40 software 82 system boards 65 audio board 69 mainboard 65, 66 system utilities Acrobat Reader 83 NTI CD-Maker 87, 89 PowerDVD 89 reinstalling programs 91 T turning off computer
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Veriton 3600 series
User’s guide