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Acer 7600 manual Q Nothing appears on the screen, Q The printer does not work A Do the following

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Q:Nothing appears on the screen.

A:Your computer’s power management function automatically blanks the screen to save power. Just press any key to turn the display back on.

If pressing a key does not work, you can restart your computer. 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:

•Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on.

•Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the system’s parallel port and the corresponding port on the printer. See “Connecting your printer” on page 45 for information on how to connect the printer to your computer.

•For additional information concerning the printer, refer to the printer’s documentation.

Q:No sound comes out from the computer.

A:Check the following:

•The volume may be muted. Look for the Volume icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute option. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle from mute to sound on.

•If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off.

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Acer 7600 manual Q Nothing appears on the screen, Q The printer does not work A Do the following

Contents

Veriton 7600 series User’s guide Veriton 7600series User’s guide Original Issue April Copyright 2003 Acer Incorporated All Rights ReservedModel Number Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Purchase 3 Setting up your computer 1 First things first2 System tour 6 Frequently asked questions 4 Upgrading your computer5 System utilities Appendix B Taking care of your computer Appendix A NoticesIndex Cleaning and servicingPage 1 First things first Page Page System specifications SpecificationComponent Security Package contents Accessing the user’s guide To access the user’s guide for Windows XPTo access the user’s guide for Windows 1 First things first 2 System tour Page This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer Performance FeaturesMultimedia ConnectivityHigh-speed V92, 56K Fax/modem optional One parallel port One VGA portFront panel Your computer’s front panel consists of the following2 System tour Label IconComponent Rear panel Your computer’s rear panel consists of the following2 System tour Icon LabelColor ComponentDescription KeyboardNo. Description Programmable keysInternet/Suspend keys The Internet/Suspend keys consist of three buttons2 System tour Multimedia keys 2 System tour Volume control/Mute knobLock keys 2 System tour Cursor keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions Windows keysPalm rest Function keysOptical drive To take care of your CDs and DVDs Hard disk 2 System tour 3 Setting up your computer Page Page Adjusting your chair Arranging a comfortable work areaPositioning your PC Positioning your keyboard Positioning your monitorPositioning your mouse Connecting peripherals Connecting your mouseUSB mouse 3 Setting up your computer PS/2 mouseUSB keyboard Connecting your keyboard3 Setting up your computer PS/2 keyboardConnecting a monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitorport blue port located on the rear panel of your computer Connecting the power cable Turning on your computer Turning off your computer Connecting your printer Connecting optionsConnecting the modem optional Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line3 Setting up your computer network port white port on the rear panel of your computer Connecting to the networkConnecting multimedia devices Page external speakers connect to the Audio-out/Line-out jack lime jack located on the rear panel of your computer Connecting USB devices 3 Setting up your computer 4 Upgrading your computer 4 Upgrading your computer Page Installation precautions ESD precautionsPreinstallation instructions Observe the following after installing a computer component Post-installation instructions3 Replace the side panels 4 Connect the necessary cables and turn on your computerTo remove the side panel Opening your computerTo replace the side panel 4 Upgrading your computer 2 Secure the side panels with the four screws you removed earlierInternal components System boards Mainboard layout4 Upgrading your computer Veriton 7600G mainboard layout Label Power button and Reset switch controller HDD LED, Power LED connectorPower connector 12V power JRECOVERAudio board Installing additional memory Upgrading your computerTo remove a DDR DIMM To install a DDR DIMM Replacing the hard disk To reconfigure your computerb Connect the power and hard disk cables to the new hard disk 3 a Detach the power and hard disk cables from the hard diskb Detach the hard disk from the drive frame 4 a Insert the new hard disk into the frameInstalling an expansion card 7 Secure the card to your computer with a screw you removed earlier 5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging8 Replace the side panel see page 4 Upgrading your computerPage 4 Upgrading your computer 5 System utilities Page Page Acrobat Reader Acer LANScope Client Manager optional Norton AntiVirus Acrobat Reader Acer LANScope optional Norton AntiVirus How do I check for viruses using Norton AntiVirus?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 you do not have to stop working To copy an audio or data disc NTI CD-Maker for models with CD-RW1 Click the Quick Burning icon on the desktop5 System utilities 4 Click the Start button to begin copyingHow do I open PowerDVD and watch a DVD? PowerDVD for models with DVDBIOS utility 3 Select the application that you want to reinstall Reinstalling programs4 Follow all onscreen instructions until you finish the installation 1 Make sure that the system is turned onRecovering your system 3 Click OK. You will be prompted again to continue 4 Click OK again Page How do I back up files from my hard drive? Using Backup Windows XP onlyHow do I defragment my hard drive? Disk Defragmenter Windows XP only5 System utilities 6 Frequently asked questionsPage Page Frequently asked questions Q Nothing appears on the screen Q The printer does not work A Do the followingQ No sound comes out from the computer A Check the following Q System cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information Appendix A NoticesFCC notice Reorient or relocate the receiving antennaIncrease the separation between the device and receiver Important safety instructions c If the product has been exposed to rain or water Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statementMacrovision statement Year 2000 compliance statementAppendix A Notices Taking care of your computer Appendix BCleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboardImportant tips To clean your monitor To clean your pointing deviceWhen to contact a service technician To clean a regular mouse with rubber ballAppendix B Taking care of your computer Index PowerDVD Acrobat ReaderNorton AntiVirus