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Veriton Series User's Guide - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 2
Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Veriton Series User's Guide Original Issue: 08 / 2006 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 3
this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Turning the product off before the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. • Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices. The overall system load must not exceed - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 4
power supply cord set. If you need to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Product servicing - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 5
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 Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 6
Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working conditions, - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 7
your display to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of time. Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on page 89 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 8
- Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 9
Management 6 Acer ePerformance Management 8 Acer eAcoustics Management 9 Using Acer eAcoustics Management 9 Acer eAcoustics Management Main Page 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 1 First things first 13 Specifications 15 Package contents 17 Accessing the User's Guide 17 2 System - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 10
(optional) 46 Connecting to the network 46 Connecting multimedia devices 47 Connecting USB devices 49 4 Upgrading your computer 51 Installation precautions 53 ESD precautions 53 Preinstallation instructions 53 Post-installation instructions 54 Opening your computer 3900Pro 55 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 11
the side panel 59 Upgrading your computer 60 Installing additional memory 60 To remove a DDR2 DIMM 60 To install a DDR2 DIMM 61 To reconfigure your computer 62 Replacing the Veriton 3900Pro's hard disk 62 Installing an expansion card 65 Replacing the Veriton 5900Pro's hard disk 65 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 12
European Union (EU) 95 The FCC RF safety requirement 95 Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) 96 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity 97 Declaration of Conformity for CE marking 98 Index 99 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 13
Empowering Technology - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 14
Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer desktop. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 15
memory and registry settings. • Acer eAcoustics Management offers a useful tool to balance your computing power needs with your desired level of quietness. • Acer Acer eLock Management and Acer be prompted to do so when running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 16
hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and to monitor the system health status. Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 17
unlocked. Note: If you lose your password, there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your computer or taking your computer to an Acer Customer Service Center. Be sure to remember or write down your password. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 18
by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for MSN Messenger and Microsoft Outlook. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 19
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that boosts the performance of your Acer computer. It provides an express optimization method to release unused memory and disk space quickly. The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following options: • Memory optimization - releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 21
run slower, thus reducing the amount of sound generated by these components. Using Acer eAcoustics Management To launch Acer eAcoustics Management: • Click on the Acer eAcoustics Management icon in the Empowering Technology toolbar shown on your desktop. • From the Start menu, go to (All) Programs - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 22
the utility to apply the settings. Quiet Use this mode for tasks that require low processing power, like word processing, Web browsing, and instant messaging. This mode creates the lowest audio disturbance. Professional Mode Use this mode for processing-intensive tasks, when you require full-speed - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 23
on the D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: • Password protection. • Recovery of applications and drivers. • Image/data backup: • Back up to HDD (set recovery point). • Back up to CD/DVD. • Image/data recovery tools: • Recover from a hidden partition (factory defaults). • Recover - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 24
computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disk" feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach all peripherals (except - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 25
1 First things first - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 26
This chapter describes the system specifications and contents of your computer package. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 27
15 Specifications Operating system Platform Chipset System memory Drives Network interface I/O interface I/O expansion Genuine Microsoft ® Windows® XP Professional Edition Genuine Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition Intel® Celeron® with 533 MHz FSB Intel® Celeron® D with 533 MHz FSB Intel® Pentium - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 28
standards Power supply Certification Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3000 (Intel® GMA 3000) with Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) support Realtek ALC888 with embedded Intel® HDA CODEC PS/2 or USB multimedia keyboard Choice of Acer CRT or LCD monitors Lock pad and intrusion alert Veriton - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 29
User's Guide This User's Guide is also available on your computer as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file. To access the User's Guide (for Windows XP) 1 On 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 Series - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 30
18 1 First things first - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 31
2 System tour - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 32
This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 33
memory • Power management function • CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo, DVD-Dual or DVD-Super multi drive • High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Multimedia • High-definition audio • Supporting up to 7.1 surround sound, audio CODEC support Ethernet LAN support with remote wake-up function - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 34
22 Front panel Your computer's front panel consists of the following: Veriton 5900Pro 2 System tour Veriton 6900Pro - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 35
23 Veriton 3900Pro/Veriton 7900Pro Icon Component 5.25" drive bay(s) 3.5" floppy drive Microphone-in jack (front) Speaker-out/line-out port USB ports Hardware reset button Indicators Power button Veriton 3900Pro/ 5900Pro 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Veriton 6900Pro/7900Pro 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 36
24 Rear panel Your computer's rear panel consists of the following: Veriton 5900Pro 2 System tour Veriton 6900Pro - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 37
25 Veriton 3900Pro/Veriton 7900Pro Icon Component # Power supply 1 Power cord socket 2 Voltage selector switch 3 PS/2 mouse port 4 PS/2 keyboard port 5 Serial port 6 Parallel/printer port 7 CRT/LCD monitor port 8 USB ports 9 Network port 10 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 38
jack 11 Expansion slots 12 Chassis lock pad 13 Hardware reset button 14* *. Only for Veriton 6900Pro / Veriton 7900Pro Audio jacks function table Color/Use Blue Green Pink Orange Black Gray Headphone Line-in Headphone 1.1 CH Line-in Line-out Mic-in 3.1 CH Line-in - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 39
see "Connecting your mouse and keyboard" on page 41. No. Description 1 Sleep button 3 Multimedia keys 5 e (Scroll Lock) key 7 Cursor keys 9 Windows logo key 11 Function keys No. Description 2 Internet/Email/Search keys 4 Volume control/mute keys 6 Num Lock key 8 Application key - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 40
browser. Email Launches your email application. Search Opens a search window. Multimedia keys Allow you to conveniently play, pause, stop, advance file. Press to start playing the audio track or video file. Press again to pause. Press to stop playing the audio track or video file. Press to - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 41
Volume down Press to decrease audio volume. Mute Toggle sound on/off. Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off to switch between functions. Lock key Description e (Scroll Lock) When "e" is activated, press to run Acer Empowering Technology. When "Scroll Lock - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 42
is toggled off. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows key Description Pressed > Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + Opens the My Computer window. < > + Opens Help and Support. < > + Opens the Find: All Files dialog box. < > - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 43
as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application's context menu. key 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 with a comfortable place to rest your hands - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 44
with extra care. To insert a CD or DVD into your computer's CD or DVD drive: 1. Gently push the Eject button located on the front panel. Veriton 3900Pro Veriton 5900Pro - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 45
33 Veriton 6900Pro/7900Pro 2. When the disk tray slides open, place the CD or DVD gently on the tray. Make sure that the label or title side of the disk is facing upward. When holding a disk, hold it by the edges to avoid leaving smudges or fingerprints. Veriton 3900Pro - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 46
34 Veriton 5900Pro 2 System tour Veriton 6900Pro/7900Pro 3. Push the tray and it will close automatically. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 47
your CDs and DVDs • Keep your disk in its case when not in use to avoid scratches or other instructions on how to upgrade or replace your hard disk, see: "Replacing the Veriton 3900Pro's hard disk" on page 62. "Replacing the Veriton 5900Pro's hard disk" on page 65. "Replacing the Veriton 6900Pro - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 48
36 2 System tour - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 49
3 Setting up your computer - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 50
This chapter contains step-by-step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 51
your system. Here are some points to consider: Adjusting your chair Having the right kind of chair does not necessarily mean 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 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 52
40 3 Setting up your computer 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, copy machines or heating and air- - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 53
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 countries. Connecting your mouse - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 54
the monitor cable into the monitor port (blue port) located on the rear panel of your computer . Note: When a VGA card is added to the PCI Express slot, the monitor should be connected to the add-on card and the onboard VGA will be disabled. Note: Refer to the monitor - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 55
43 Connecting the power cable Caution: Before you proceed, check the voltage range in your area. Make voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your area (a). Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the rear panel of your computer (b). Then plug the other end of - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 56
into an electrical outlet. If you are using a power strip or an AVR (Auto-Voltage Regulator), make sure that it is plugged in and turned on. 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 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 57
45 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 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 58
You can 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 on the rear panel of your computer. Note: Consult your network system administrator or operating system manual for information on how to configure your - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 59
47 Connecting multimedia devices You can connect multimedia devices such as microphones, earphones or headphones, external speakers and audio line-in devices. These devices will let you take advantage of your computer's multimedia features. Note: The multimedia devices shown below are for reference - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 60
. You can also adjust the volume by using the volume icon on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen. • External speakers: Connect to the audio-out/line-out jack jack) located on the rear panel of your computer. (lime-green - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 61
line-in device: Connects to the audio-in/line-in jack jack) located on the rear panel of your with eight external USB ports: four on the front and 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 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 62
50 3 Setting up your computer Note: The USB devices shown below are for reference only. Actual device models may vary by geographic region. Note: Some USB devices have a built-in USB port which permits you to connect more USB devices. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 63
4 Upgrading your computer - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 64
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 X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 65
post-installation instructions. ESD precautions requiring ESD protection. Preinstallation instructions Always observe the following from the power outlets. 2 Open your computer according to the instructions on page 53 See the following sections for specific instructions on the component you wish - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 66
54 4 Upgrading your computer Post-installation instructions 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 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 67
computer and all peripherals connected to it. Read the "Preinstallation instructions" on page 53. You need to open your computer before position, remove the foot stands and place your computer in the regular desktop position. 3 Turn the thumbscrews counterclockwise with your fingers to release the - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 68
56 4 Upgrading your computer To replace the computer cover 1 Align the cover's hinges to the housing frame; then gently push it in to slide it back into place. Secure the cover with thumbscrews. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 69
57 Opening your Veriton 5900Pro 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 53. You need to open your computer before you can install additional components. See the following - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 70
58 4 Upgrading your computer Opening your Veriton 6900Pro/ 7900Pro 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 53. You need to open your computer before you can install - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 71
59 Veriton 7900Pro 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. 2 Secure the side panels with the two screws. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 72
you want to replace or upgrade any of these components, contact your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance. Note: The mainboard model shown in the following figures may not be exactly the same as the one found in your computer. Installing additional memory The four 240-pin sockets - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 73
61 3 Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR2 DIMM socket outward to release the DDR2 DIMM (a). Gently pull the DDR2 DIMM out of the socket (b). To install a DDR2 DIMM 1 Locate the DDR2 DIMM socket on the mainboard. 2 Align the DDR2 DIMM with the socket (a). Press the DDR2 DIMM into the - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 74
it again. To reconfigure your 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 Veriton 3900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer's hard disk - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 75
63 3 Lift the drive frame to a 90-degree angle; then pull out, and remove the drive frame. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 76
64 4 Upgrading your computer 4 Pull out the drive rails that hold the hard disk Install the new hard disk into the housing. Secure it with the drive rails you removed earlier and connect the power and hard disk cables to the new hard disk. 7 Reinstall the drive frame into the housing. 8 Reattach - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 77
system accepts low profile PCI cards only. 1 Remove the computer cover (see page 55). 2 Locate an empty PCI-E or PCI conventional slot on the the computer, BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly-installed devices. Replacing the Veriton 5900Pro's hard - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 78
66 4 Upgrading your computer Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1 Remove the computer cover. 2 Locate an empty PCI Express or PCI slot on the mainboard. 3 Remove When you turn on the computer, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly installed devices. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 79
the Veriton 6900Pro/7900Pro's hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer's hard disk: 1 Remove the side panel. 2 Detach the power and hard disk cables from the hard disk(a). Detach the hard disk from the drive frame (b). 3 Insert the new hard disk into the frame (a). Connect the power and - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 80
68 4 Upgrading your computer expansion card: 1 Remove the side panel (see page 58). 2 Locate an empty PCI Express or PCI slot on the mainboard. 3 Remove the lock that holds the bracket to the computer on the computer, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly installed devices. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 81
5 System utilities - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 82
This chapter describes applications that are preinstalled on your computer. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 83
's operations. These utilities may include any of the following: • Adobe Reader • NTI CD-Maker • PowerDVD • BIOS utility • Acer Empowering Technology If your computer is configured with Microsoft Windows XP, the following utilities can be used to monitor and maintain system health: • Backup • Disk - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 84
DVD-Maker is optical disk-recording software that allows you to create and copy audio, data and videos to recordable or rewritable optical disks. To copy an audio or data disk: 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 X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 85
73 4 Click the Start button to begin copying. For more information about NTI CD&DVD-Maker and its other features, refer to the NTl CD&DVD-Maker Help menu. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 86
files with MPEG-2 video and Dolby Digital (AC-3) audio. PowerDVD provides a complete set of commands for navigation 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 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 87
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 application that you want to reinstall. 4 Follow all onscreen instructions until you finish the installation. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 88
Veriton series computer includes an OBR(One Button Recovery) button, a feature that makes restoring your system quick and easy. OBR works from a hidden partition key during BIOS to enter hidden partition. This utility has same password protection with Acer eRecovery. Follow all onscreen instructions. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 89
77 You can also follow the steps below: 1 Locate the OBR button. 2 Press the button. You can change the password in Acer eRecovery. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 90
78 5 System utilities a If you have not yet backed-up your system. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 91
79 b If you have previously backed-up your system. 3 Select "Recover to Default Settings" to restore your system to the default factory settings. Select "Recover data from last backup" to restore your system to the last system backup. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 92
80 5 System utilities 4 If you chose the recovery option, you should see the following screen. Click OK to continue. 5 After 15 seconds the system will reboot and initiate the restore operation. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 93
so make sure to back up your important files before starting the recovery process. Note : This feature occupies 4GB in a hidden partition on your hard drive. If you attempt to restore your system using the One Button Recovery feature, and the system DOES NOT respond, contact your local vendor or - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 94
82 5 System utilities Using backup (Windows XP only) The Backup utility creates copies of information 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 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 95
83 Disk defragmenter (Windows XP only) The disk degfragmentation utility consolidates files and folders on your computer's hard disk. This allows your computer the volume and determine whether or not it needs to be defragmented. For more information about Disk Defragmenter, refer to Windows XP help. - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 96
84 5 System utilities - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 97
6 Frequently asked questions - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 98
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 X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 99
Windows setup problem, then you may have to perform the recovery process to restore your system to its original default factory settings. Note: For more information about recovering your system, see "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 11. Nothing appears on the screen. Your computer's power - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 100
Do the following: • Make sure the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on. • Make sure the read the information on the good disk there may be a problem with the drive. Contact your dealer or technical support center for assistance. System cannot write data on the hard disk - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 101
Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 102
notices ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 103
NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this PC series is in compliance with the essential your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 104
you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should fail to line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the equipment, discontinue use and connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 105
all of Telecom's network services. 2 This Specifications: a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 106
by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Radio device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 107
the country of use. For further information, please contact local office in the country of use. The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the PC series shall be used in such a manner that the - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 108
co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. 2 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended channel Mobile Satellite systems. • High power radars are allocated as primary users - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 109
/importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Model: Name of responsible party: Address of responsible party: Contact person: Tel: Fax: Personal computer Veriton Series Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 USA Mr. Young Kim 408-922-2909 408-922-2606 - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 110
Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221 Taiwan Personal computer Veriton voltage fluctuations and flicker in low-voltage supply systems Conforms to the Low Voltage Directive connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 111
Guide 17 applications 71 B BIOS utility 75 C computer cover remove 57 replace 57 connecting options multimedia devices 47 audio line-in device 49 earphones/headphones 48 external speakers 47 microphone 47 network monitor 42 power cable 43 keyboard 40 monitor 40 mouse 40 software 71 system utilities - Acer Veriton X275 | Acer Veriton 3900/5900/6900/7900 User's Guide EN - Page 112
72 PowerDVD 74 reinstalling programs 75 T turning off computer 44 software shutdown 44 suspend mode 44 turning on computer 44 power button 44 U upgrade add memory 60 Index install DDR DIMM 61 reconfigure computer 62 computer 60 install an expansion card 66 installation precautions post-installation
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