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Veriton 7600GT/7600GTR/7600V User's guide First Issue November 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 . No part of this - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 3
1 First things first System specifications Package contents Accessing the user's guide 2 System tour Features Performance Multimedia Connectivity Front panel Rear panel Keyboard Internet/E-mail/Search keys Multimedia keys Volume control/Mute keys Lock keys Cursor keys Windows keys Function keys Palm - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 4
System boards Mainboard layout Audio board Upgrading your computer Installing additional memory To remove a DDR DIMM To install a DDR DIMM To reconfigure your computer Replacing the hard disk Installing an expansion card 5 System utilities Acrobat Reader Acer LANScope (optional) Norton AntiVirus - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 5
Disk Defragmenter (Windows® XP Australia 94 Important safety instructions 94 Macrovision copyright protection computer Important tips Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and and Serial ATA device configurations ATA Operate Mode BIOS Configuration Using the Intel RAID Option ROM Option - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 6
vi Option 3: Reset Disks to Non-RAID Installation of IAA RAID Utility RAID Migration Instructions Index Contents 113 114 118 123 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 7
1 First things first - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 8
This chapter describes the system specifications and the contents of your computer package. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 9
maximum of 4 GB dualchannel DDR memory Chipset • Intel® 865G+ICH5(7600GT) • Intel® 865G+ICH5 R(7600GTR) • Intel® 865GV+ICH5(7600V) Graphics Intel® 865G/865GV supporting: • DVMT technology • Dual Display Audio AC '97 Codec LAN 10/100/1000 Base-T Gigabit Ethernet connectivity IDE Two 40 pin - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 10
Specification Wake on LAN Wake on modem Mouse/keyboard • Paralle ATA (5400, 7200 RPM) • Serial ATA (7200 RPM) CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo, or DVD burner/Supermulti plus • Windows® 2000 • Windows® XP Home • Windows® XP Professional • Novell®/SCO® Unix/Red Hat® Linux(driver support - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 11
the Windows® XP taskbar, click on the start button then select Help and Support. 2 On the Help and Support Center home page, double-click the Veriton 7600 series Online icon. To access the user's guide (for Windows® 2000) Double-click on the Veriton 7600 series Online icon on your Windows desktop. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 12
6 1 First things first - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 13
2 System tour - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 14
This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 15
, Expandable to 4GB dualchannel memory • Power management function • CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo, DVD+/-RW, or DVD-RAM(Supermulti plus) drive • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Multimedia • 3-D quality audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/Line-in, Audio-out/Line-out - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 16
10 Front panel Your computer's front panel consists of the following: 9 10 11 12 2 System tour 1 2 13 3 14 4 5 8 7 6 6~8 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 17
7 8 9 Icon 10 11 12 13 14 Component Eject button for Optical Drive 5.25-inch drive bays One button recovery slot Floppy drive eject button Power button Hard disk activity LED LAN activity LED Power LED Speaker-out/Line-out port Microphone-in jack (front) see note USB ports Optical Drive 3.5-inch - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 18
12 Rear panel Your computer's rear panel consists of the following: 2 System tour 2 3 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 15 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 19
or Serial port Turquoise 8 Burgundy Parallel/Printer port 9 Blue CRT/LCD monitor port 10 White Network port 12 Pink Microphone-in jack (rear) 13 Lime Audio-out/Line-out jack 14 Light blue Audio-in/Line-in jack 15 Expansion slots 16 Chassis lock pad For information on how to - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 20
"Connecting your keyboard" on page 32. No. Description 1 Sleep button 3 Multimedia keys 5 Scroll lock key 7 Cursor keys 9 Windows logo key 11 Function keys No. Description 2 Internet/E-mail/Search keys 4 Volume control/Mute keys 6 Num lock key 8 Application key 10 Caps lock key - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 21
15 Internet/E-mail/Search keys Icon Key Web browser Email Description Launches your current default browser. Launches your email application. Search Opens a search window. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 22
Backward Description Press to skip backward to the previous track or video file and start playing. Play/Pause 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. Forward Press to skip forward to the next track or - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 23
17 Volume control/Mute keys Icon Key Description Volume up Press to increase audio volume. Volume down Mute Press to decrease audio volume. Toggle sound on/off. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 24
activated, the keypad is set to numeric mode; i.e., the keys function as a calculator (complete with arithmetic operators such as +, -, * and /). When activated, all alphabetic characters typed appear in uppercase (same function as pressing Shift + ). - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 25
the same function as the arrow keys on the numeric keypad when the Num Lock is toggled off. 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 26
20 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. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 27
, or DVD-RAM(Supermulti plus) 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, and video CDs, but digital video discs (DVDs - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 28
. To take care of your CDs and DVDs • Keep your disc in its case when not in use to avoid scratches or other damage. Any kind of dirt the edges to avoid smudges or fingerprints. • When cleaning discs, use a clean, dust-free cloth and wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge. Do not wipe - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 29
23 Hard disk Your computer is preinstalled with a high-capacity Enhanced-IDE (EIDE) hard disk. For instructions on how to upgrade or replace your hard disk, see "Replacing the hard disk" on page 61. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 30
24 2 System tour - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 31
3 Setting up your computer - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 32
This chapter contains step-by-step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 33
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 if you do not rest your body on the chair back. Positioning your PC Take note of the following when selecting a location for your computer: • Do - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 34
keyboard height by flipping the folding stands located under the keyboard. • Keep your lower arms parallel to the floor as you type. Your upper arms and shoulders should be relaxed. Then try typing with a light touch. If you feel any shoulder or neck strain, stop for a while and check your posture. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 35
29 • Position your keyboard in front of your monitor. Putting your 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 36
30 3 Setting up your computer 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 37
31 PS/2 mouse Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port located on the rear panel of your computer. (green port) - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 38
32 3 Setting up your computer Connecting your keyboard USB keyboard Plug your USB keyboard cable into any of the USB ports (black port) located on the front and rear panels of your computer. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 39
PS/2 keyboard Plug your PS/2 keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port port) located on the rear panel of your computer. 33 (purple - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 40
into the monitor port (blue port) located on the rear panel of your computer(a). When VGA card is added to AGP slot, the monitor should be connected to the add-on card(b) and the on board VGA(a) will be disabled. Note: Refer to the monitor manual for additonal instructions and information. a b - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 41
35 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 voltage selector switch to the - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 42
36 3 Setting up your computer 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, - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 43
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® 2000: 1 On the Windows® 2000 taskbar, click on the Start button - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 44
38 Connecting options 3 Setting up your computer 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 45
39 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 46
connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable. To do so, simply plug 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 47
41 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 features1. Note: The multimedia devices shown below are for your - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 48
computer2. 2 To adjust the volume of the headphones, click the Volume icon located on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen. When the volume control pops up, drag the Volume control lever to the desired level. You can also use the Volume - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 49
43 • external speakers: connect to the Audio-out/Line-out jack (lime jack) located on the rear panel of your computer. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 50
44 3 Setting up your computer • audio line-in device: connects to the Audio-in/Line-in jack (light blue jack) located on the rear panel of your computer - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 51
can be eliminated. Your computer comes with eight external USB ports: four 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 52
46 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. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 53
4 Upgrading your computer - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 54
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. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 55
instructions. ESD precautions Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk ESD protection. Preinstallation instructions Always observe the Open your computer according to the instructions on page 51. 3 Follow See the following sections for specific instructions on the component you - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 56
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 side panels. 4 Connect the - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 57
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 49. You need to open your computer before you can install additional components. See the following section for - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 58
52 4 Upgrading your computer 4 Hold right panel(from rear view) with both hands. Slide it back about an inch and then gently pull it outward to detach it. To replace the side panel 1 Align the side panel's hinges to the housing frame and then push it in to slide it back into place - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 59
53 2 Secure the side panels with the two thumbscrews. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 60
54 4 Upgrading your computer Internal components The figure below shows what your computer looks like once you remove the side panel: 1 2 3 4 5 No. Component No. Component 1 Power supply 2 5.25-inch drive bays(4) 3 Mainboard * 4 Expansion slots 5 3.5-inch drive bays(6) *. The - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 61
55 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 7600 series computer model. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 62
your computer Component AGP slot (VT7600G/VT7600GTR only) Line-in (top), line-out (middle), and rear microphonein (bottom) ports Power connector BIOS chipset Battery CD-in connector Serial connector D-Bracket (LANScope) connector DIMM sockets 1-4 3-pin CPU fan connector CPU ZIF socket 3-pin system - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 63
USB2 USB3 USB4 VGA1 57 Component HDD LED, Power LED connector Power button and Reset switch controller PS/2 mouse (upper) and keyboard (lower) ports Power connector (12V power) One Touch Recovery button connector Parallel/Printer port PCI slots 1 to 3 Serial HDD connectors Serial port Northbridge - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 64
- connects to the JUSB2 of the mainboard USB Connector - connects to the JUSB3 of the mainboard USB ports Standard audio connector - connects to the JAUD1 of the mainboard Microphone-in jack Audio out port Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear). However, you can not use both - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 65
as the memory, the hard disk, the CPU and the expansion cards. You components, contact your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance. Note: The mainboard memory The four 184-pin sockets on the mainboard support Double Data Rate (DDR) Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM)-type - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 66
60 4 Upgrading your computer 3 Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR DIMM socket outward to release the DDR DIMM (a). Gently pull the DDR DIMM out of the socket (b). To install a DDR DIMM 1 Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard. 2 Align the DDR DIMM with the socket (a). Press the - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 67
computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of memory installed. Run the BIOS utility to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of it. Replacing the hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer's hard disk: 1 Remove the side panel (see page 51). 2 (a) Detach - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 68
. Note: Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard. 4 Replace the side panel (see page 52). Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1 Remove the side panel (see page 51). 2 Locate an empty PCI slot - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 69
then insert it into the slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated. 7 Secure the card to your computer with the bracket lock you removed earlier. 8 Replace the side panel (see page 52). When you turn on the computer, BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) automatically detects and assigns resources - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 70
64 4 Upgrading your computer - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 71
5 System utilities - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 72
This chapter describes applications that are preinstalled on your computer. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 73
NTI CD-Maker • PowerDVD • BIOS utility • Acer One Button Recovery (System restore utility) • Acer Desktop Manager If your computer is configured with Microsoft® Windows® XP the following utilities can be used to monitor and maintain system health. • Backup • Disk Defragmenter All of the applications - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 74
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 taskbar, click on the Start button, highlight Programs, and select Acrobat Reader. 2 Once the program is running, select Open from the File menu. 3 Select - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 75
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. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 76
scan: 1 Start Norton AntiVirus • Double click on the Norton AntiVirus Icon on the desktop or • Click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses. 3 In the Scan for Viruses pane, click Scan - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 77
71 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 78
) 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 source drive and a blank - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 79
73 4 Click the Start button to begin copying. For more information about NTI CD-Maker and its other features, refer to the NTl CD-Maker Help menu. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 80
, which links to online DVD resources via the Power DVD Desktop Portal Page. How do I open and watch a DVD? In most cases, when you insert a DVD into your computer's optical drive, PowerDVD will automatically open a viewer window and the control panel and begin playing. If PowerDVD does not open - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 81
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 all open files. The computer reboots immediately after you exit - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 82
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. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 83
settings or last system backup. Your Acer Veriton series computer includes an OBR(One Button Recovery) button, a feature that makes restoring press Alt + F10 after the BIOS finishes running the Power On Self Test (POST). Warning: Initiating the recovery operation while the operating system is - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 84
78 5 System utilities You can also follow the steps below: 1 Locate the OBR button. See the image on page 10. 2 Press the button. After a moment one of the following screen will appear on your display a when you don't backup your system yet.. b after you backup your system - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 85
factory settings. Select "Recover data from last backup" to restore your system to the last time system backup. Note: Click "Backup System" icon on the desktop to backup your system anytime. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 86
80 5 System utilities 4 If you choosed your recovery option, you should see the following screen. Click OK to continue. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 87
81 5 After 15 seconds the system will reboot and initiate the restore operation. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 88
the Recovery operation will erase all files previously saved in your computer so make sure to back up your important files before starting the recovery process. If you attempt to restore your system using the One Button Recovery feature, and the system - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 89
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. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 90
(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 the volume's free - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 91
6 Frequently asked questions - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 92
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. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 93
disk you created during Windows setup into the floppy drive and press Ctrl + 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 94
If restarting your computer does not work, contact your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. Q: The printer does not work. A: Do the following . You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones, or - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 95
cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. A: Check the following: • Make sure that you are using the correct type of disc. See 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- - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 96
90 6 Frequently asked questions - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 97
Appendix A: Notices - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 98
Star Guidelines Compliance As an Engery Partner, Acer Inc., has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. 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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 99
part complies with Part EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should fail - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 100
to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to the event of problems, you should instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference. 1 Follow all warnings and instructions type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 101
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may the case has been damaged. f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 102
Appendix A: Notices Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at all possible. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 103
97 APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS. LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT: UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 104
: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan, R. O. C. Personal Computer Veriton 7600GT/7600GTR/7600V - European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 105
Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject Responsible Party: Contact Person: Phone No.: Fax No.: Personal Computer Veriton 7600GT/7600GTR/7600V Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkeay, San Jose CA 95134, U. S. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 106
100 Appendix A: Notices - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 107
Appendix B: Taking care of your computer - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 108
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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 109
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 - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 110
104 Appendix B: Taking care of your computer Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. You may also access the Web site (www.acersupport.com) for information on how and where to contact the service centers available in your area. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 111
Appendix C: RAID introduction (for R series model only) - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 112
Combined Mode: S-ATA devices and P-ATA devices - 2 devices each (Maximum of 4 devices) 2. Native Mode • System BIOS will search all available IRQs for HDD use • New OSs that support Native Mode (WinXP, Windows.NET Server) can set S-ATA and P-ATA to Native Mode • Comprehend both Legacy and/or Native - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 113
setup option for user selection of Native Mode or Legacy Mode. BIOS Configuration The Intel RAID Option ROM should be integrated with the system BIOS on all motherboards with a supported Intel chipset. Press + to enter the Intel(R) RAID for Serial ATA status screen, which should appear - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 114
108 Appendix C: RAID introduction (for R series model only) After pressing the + keys simultaneously, the following window will appear: Option 1: Create RAID Volume To create a RAID volume, select this option on the screen and press . The following screen will appear: Note: - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 115
usage. Here are some suggested selections: • 16 KB - Best for sequential transfers • 64 KB - Good general purpose strip size • 128 KB - Best performance for most desktops and workstations The default strip size is 128 KB. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 116
RAID introduction (for R series model only) From the Strip size, press the or key to advance to the Create Volume prompt. The window will appear as follows: Press to create the specified volume and the following prompt will show: Press to confirm the selection or press - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 117
111 Then you will return to the main menu with an updated status as shown below: Scroll to option 4 Exit and press to exit the RAID Configuration utility. The following prompt appears: Press to confirm and - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 118
RAID Option ROM, your system will become unbootable. Select option 2 Delete RAID Volume from the main menu window and press to select a RAID volume for deletion. The following window will appear: Select a volume and press to delete the RAID volume. The following prompt appears: Press - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 119
Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. The following you perform this operation. Note: This operation may cause some issues such as incompatible RAID configuration, a failed volume or failed disk. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 120
of Intel® Application Accelerator contains the following key features: • Serial ATA RAID driver for Windows® XP • Intel® Application Accelerator RAID Edition utility • Migration Feature Insert the Acer System CD and click on the "Intel IAA RAID Edition" to install the software. The InstallShield - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 121
115 After reading the license agreement in the following window, click Yes button to continue. Select the folder in which you want the program to be installed in the following window, and click Next button to start installation. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 122
RAID introduction (for R series model only) Select a program folder in the following window where you want Setup to add the program icon. Default is "Intel Application Accelerator RAID Edition." The following window appears to show the Intel Application Accelerator RAID Edition Setup installation - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 123
117 Once the installation is complete, the following window appears. Click the Finish button to end the installation and exit the setup utility. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 124
of RAID when upgrading to a second SATA hard drive. • BIOS must be configured for RAID before installing Windows XP on the single SATA hard drive. • Install the Intel Application Accelerator RAID driver during Windows Setup. • Install the Intel Application Accelerator RAID Edition after the - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 125
RAID Edition utility before the second disk is installed to verify the Port and serial number of the drive that contains all the data. 2. Select the RAID volume name and strip size, and click Next. • RAID Volume Name - A desired RAID volume name needs to be typed in where the RAID_Volume1 text is - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 126
size value which is best suited to your specific RAID usage model. The most typical strip size strip size • 128KB: Best performance for most desktops and workstations Before you continue to Step 3 ( Application Accelerator RAID Edition will have claimed the disks to be used in creating a new volume - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 127
Migrate: Migration Process The migration process may take up to two hours to complete depending on the size of the disks being used and the strip size selected. A dialog window will appear stating that the migration process may take considerable time to complete and you must click Yes in order to - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 128
122 Appendix C: RAID introduction (for R series model only) The following screen appears if the migration process is completed successfully. Then you have to reboot your system to use the full capacity of the new volume. - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 129
guide 5 applications 67 B BIOS utility 75 C computer maintenance 102, 106 cleaning 102, 106 servicing 102, 106 connecting options multimedia devices 41 audio line-in device 44 earphones/headphones 42 external speakers 41 microphone 41 network 38, 40 printer 38 serial mouse 40 USB devices 45 D disk - Acer Veriton 7600GT | Veriton 7600GT User's Guide - Page 130
28 monitor 28 mouse 29 software 67 Norton AntiVirus 70 system boards 55 audio board 58 mainboard 55 system utilities Acrobat Reader 68 Norton AntiVirus 70 NTI Index turning on computer 36 power button 36 U upgrade add memory 59 install DDR DIMM 60 reconfigure computer 61 computer 59 installation
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