Acer Veriton 3300 manual Taking care of your computer, Important tips, Cleaning and servicing

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1 First things first

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 computer.

Important tips

Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator.

Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.

Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

Do not spill water on the computer.

Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.

Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.

Never place the system on uneven surfaces.

Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic.

When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug.

The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.

Check the documentation that came with your software programs to see if you can select other combinations of resolution and color. These adjustments could make viewing the screen more comfortable.

Cleaning and servicing

To clean your computer and keyboard

1.Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord.

2.Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior of the computer and the keyboard. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

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Contents Veriton User’s guidePage FCC notice Important safety instructions Use conditionsPage Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statementVarning Viii Contents Index First things first Page Package contents Important tips Cleaning and servicingTaking care of your computer To clean your mouse Asking for technical assistanceAccessing the online guide System tour Page Multimedia FeaturesPerformance ConnectivityFront panel Your computer’s front panel consists of the followingUSB ports Rear panel Your computer’s rear panel consists of the followingPower cord socket Keyboard Component DescriptionShift + Windows + M Undo Minimize All Component Description Mouse Disk drives Floppy driveCD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive To take care of your CDs and DVDs Hard disk System tour Computer Page Positioning your Veriton PC Adjusting your chairArranging a comfortable work area To place your PC in the regular desktop position Positioning your monitor Positioning your keyboardPositioning your mouse Connecting peripherals USB mouseUSB keyboard Monitor Power cable Turning on your computer Turning off your computer Connecting options PrinterSerial Mouse LCD Monitor Network Modem optional Multimedia devices Page Setting up your computer Page USB devices Page Setting up your computer Upgrading your Page Preinstallation instructions Installation precautionsESD precautions Post-installation instructions Opening your computer To remove the top coverTo replace the top cover Internal components Number ComponentReplacing the hard disk Page Upgrading your computer Page Upgrading your computer Replace the top cover see Installing an expansion card Page System boards Mainboard layoutAGP CNX1 Audio board Label DescriptionInstalling additional memory To remove a DimmTo install a Dimm To reconfigure your computerUpgrading your computer Software Page Ldcm Acrobat Reader Ldcm Norton AntiVirus NTI CD-Maker 2000 for models with CD-RW PowerDVD for models with DVD VariSpeed Windows Me only Bios utility Reinstalling programs Software Page Page Page Page Page Page Index Ldcm