Acer 5800 Series, 6800 Series, 7800 Series manual

This chapter contains step-by-step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals.

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Acer 5800 Series, 6800 Series, 7800 Series manual

Contents

Veriton 5800/6800/7800 Series Users GuidePage Contents Upgrading your computer System utilities Frequently asked questions Appendix a NoticesAppendix B Taking care of your computer Index First things first Page Specifications GS TUV, Energy Star Package contents Accessing the Users Guide First things first System tour Page Multimedia FeaturesPerformance Connectivity Front panel Icon Component Veriton Veriton 6800/7800 Rear panel Icon Component Veriton 5800/6800/7800 Audio jacks function table Keyboard Description Internet/Email/Search keys Multimedia keys Volume control / Mute keys Lock keys Cursor keys Windows keys Function keys Palm rest Optical drive Page Hard disk Taking care of your CDs and DVDs Setting up your computer Page Adjusting your chair Arranging a comfortable work areaPositioning your PC Positioning your monitor Positioning your keyboardPositioning your mouse USB interface Connecting peripheralsConnecting your mouse and keyboard PS/2 interface Connecting a monitor Connecting the power cable Turning on your computer Turning off your computer Connecting options Connecting your printer Connecting the modem optional Connecting to the network Connecting multimedia devices Setting up your computer Connecting USB devices Setting up your computer Upgrading your computer Page Installation precautions ESD precautionsPreinstallation instructions Post-installation instructions Opening your Veriton To remove the computer coverTo replace the computer cover Opening your Veriton 6800/7800 To remove the side panel To replace the side panel System boards Mainboard layout Bios Installing additional memory Upgrading your computerTo remove a DDR2 Dimm To install a DDR2 Dimm To reconfigure your computer Replacing Veriton 5800s hard disk Installing 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? Bios utility Reinstalling programsRecovering 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 up Printer does not work Appendix a Energy Star guidelines compliance FCC notice Operation conditions Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesModem notices Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructions TBRPage Lithium battery statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Laser compliance statement Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE marking Appendix a Notices Appendix B Taking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboardImportant tips When to contact a service technician To clean your pointing deviceTo clean your monitor Asking for technical assistance Appendix B Taking care of your computer Index