Acer 6800 Series, 5800 Series, 7800 Series manual Hard disk, Taking care of your CDs and DVDs

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22	2 System tour

Taking care of your CDs and DVDs

•Keep your disk in its case when not in use to avoid scratches or other damage. Any kind of dirt or damage can affect the data on the disk, impair the disk lens reader on the CD or DVD drive, or stop the computer from successfully reading the disk.

•When handling disks, always hold them by the edges to avoid smudges or fingerprints.

•When cleaning disks, use a clean, dust-free cloth and wipe in a straight line from the 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.

Hard disk

Your computer is pre-installed with a high-capacity Enhanced-IDE (E-IDE) hard disk.

For instructions on how to upgrade or replace your hard disk, see:

"Replacing Veriton 5800's hard disk" on page 48.

"Replacing Veriton 6800/7800's hard disk" on page 50.

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Contents Veriton 5800/6800/7800 Series Users GuidePage Contents Upgrading your computer System utilitiesAppendix a Notices Frequently asked questionsAppendix B Taking care of your computer Index First things first Page Specifications GS TUV, Energy Star Package contents Accessing the Users GuideFirst things first System tour Page Features PerformanceMultimedia ConnectivityFront panel Icon Component Veriton Veriton 6800/7800 Rear panel Icon Component Veriton 5800/6800/7800 Audio jacks function table Keyboard DescriptionInternet/Email/Search keys Multimedia keysVolume control / Mute keys Lock keysCursor keys Windows keysFunction keys Palm restOptical drive Page Hard disk Taking care of your CDs and DVDsSetting up your computer Page Arranging a comfortable work area Adjusting your chairPositioning your PC Positioning your keyboard Positioning your monitorPositioning your mouse Connecting peripherals Connecting your mouse and keyboardUSB interface PS/2 interfaceConnecting a monitor Connecting the power cable Turning on your computer Turning off your computerConnecting options Connecting your printerConnecting the modem optional Connecting to the networkConnecting multimedia devices Setting up your computer Connecting USB devices Setting up your computer Upgrading your computer Page ESD precautions Installation precautionsPreinstallation instructions Post-installation instructions To remove the computer cover Opening your VeritonTo replace the computer cover Opening your Veriton 6800/7800 To remove the side panelTo replace the side panel System boards Mainboard layoutBios Upgrading your computer Installing additional memoryTo remove a DDR2 Dimm To install a DDR2 Dimm To reconfigure your computer Replacing Veriton 5800s hard diskInstalling an expansion card Replacing Veriton 6800/7800s hard disk Installing an expansion card Upgrading your computer System utilities Page Adobe Reader LANDesk System Manager Norton AntiVirus How do I check for viruses?NTI CD&DVD-Maker For models with CD or DVD Burner PowerDVD for models with DVD How do I open and watch a DVD?Reinstalling programs Bios utilityRecovering your system Page Select Factory Default Image You should see the following screen Acer eManager Acer eLock Acer eSettings Acer eRecovery Using backup Windows XP only How do I back up files from my hard drive?Disk defragmenter Windows XP only How do I defragment my hard drive?System utilities Frequently asked questions Page Frequently asked questions Pressed the power switch but the system did not boot upPrinter does not work Appendix a Energy Star guidelines compliance FCC noticeDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensImportant safety instructions TBRPage Lithium battery statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeLaser compliance statement Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE marking Appendix a Notices Appendix B Taking care of your computer To clean your computer and keyboard Cleaning and servicingImportant tips To clean your pointing device To clean your monitorWhen to contact a service technician Asking for technical assistanceAppendix B Taking care of your computer Index