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Acer 7600 manual Q System cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information

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100	6 Frequently asked questions

Q:System cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information.

A:Check the following:

•Make sure that you are using the correct type of disc. See page 27.

•Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly.

•Check if the CD or DVD is clean and not scratched.

•Check your drive by using a good (i.e., undamaged) disc. If your drive can not read the information on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. Contact your dealer or technical support center for assistance.

Q:System cannot write data on the hard disk or CD-R/CD-RW.

A:Check the following:

•Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write-protected. Refer to the Optical drive section on page 27.

•Make sure that you are using the correct type of disc or diskette. Refer to the Optical drive section on page 27.

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Acer 7600 manual Q System cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information

Contents

Veriton 7600 series User’s guide Copyright 2003 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Veriton 7600series User’s guide Original Issue AprilModel Number Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Purchase 1 First things first 3 Setting up your computer2 System tour 4 Upgrading your computer 6 Frequently asked questions5 System utilities Index Appendix A NoticesAppendix B Taking care of your computer Cleaning and servicingPage 1 First things first Page Page Specification System specificationsComponent Security Package contents To access the user’s guide for Windows XP Accessing the user’s guideTo 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 Multimedia FeaturesPerformance ConnectivityOne parallel port One VGA port High-speed V92, 56K Fax/modem optionalYour computer’s front panel consists of the following Front panel2 System tour Icon LabelComponent Your computer’s rear panel consists of the following Rear panel2 System tour Color LabelIcon ComponentKeyboard DescriptionProgrammable keys No. DescriptionThe Internet/Suspend keys consist of three buttons Internet/Suspend keys2 System tour Multimedia keys Volume control/Mute knob 2 System tourLock keys Cursor keys 2 System tourWindows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functionsFunction keys Palm restOptical drive To take care of your CDs and DVDs Hard disk 2 System tour 3 Setting up your computer Page Page Arranging a comfortable work area Adjusting your chairPositioning your PC Positioning your monitor Positioning your keyboardPositioning your mouse Connecting your mouse Connecting peripheralsUSB mouse PS/2 mouse 3 Setting up your computerConnecting your keyboard USB keyboardPS/2 keyboard 3 Setting up your computerTo connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor Connecting a monitorport blue port located on the rear panel of your computer Connecting the power cable Turning on your computer Turning off your computer Connecting options Connecting your printerSet up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line Connecting the modem optional3 Setting up your computer Connecting to the network network port white port on the rear panel of your computerConnecting 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 ESD precautions Installation precautionsPreinstallation instructions 3 Replace the side panels Post-installation instructionsObserve the following after installing a computer component 4 Connect the necessary cables and turn on your computerOpening your computer To remove the side panelTo replace the side panel 2 Secure the side panels with the four screws you removed earlier 4 Upgrading your computerInternal components Mainboard layout System boards4 Upgrading your computer Veriton 7600G mainboard layout Label Power connector 12V power HDD LED, Power LED connectorPower button and Reset switch controller JRECOVERAudio board Upgrading your computer Installing additional memoryTo remove a DDR DIMM To install a DDR DIMM To reconfigure your computer Replacing the hard diskb Detach the hard disk from the drive frame 3 a Detach the power and hard disk cables from the hard diskb Connect the power and hard disk cables to the new hard disk 4 a Insert the new hard disk into the frameInstalling an expansion card 8 Replace the side panel see page 5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging7 Secure the card to your computer with a screw you removed earlier 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 How do I check for viruses using Norton AntiVirus? Norton AntiVirusYou 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 1 Click the Quick Burning icon NTI CD-Maker for models with CD-RWTo copy an audio or data disc on the desktop4 Click the Start button to begin copying 5 System utilitiesPowerDVD for models with DVD How do I open PowerDVD and watch a DVD?BIOS utility 4 Follow all onscreen instructions until you finish the installation Reinstalling programs3 Select the application that you want to reinstall 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 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?5 System utilities questions 6 Frequently askedPage Page Frequently asked questions Q The printer does not work A Do the following Q Nothing appears on the screenQ No sound comes out from the computer A Check the following Q System cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information Notices Appendix AReorient or relocate the receiving antenna FCC noticeIncrease the separation between the device and receiver Important safety instructions c If the product has been exposed to rain or water Macrovision statement Lithium battery statementLaser compliance statement Year 2000 compliance statementAppendix A Notices Appendix B Taking care of your computerTo clean your computer and keyboard Cleaning and servicingImportant tips When to contact a service technician To clean your pointing deviceTo clean your monitor To clean a regular mouse with rubber ballAppendix B Taking care of your computer Index Acrobat Reader PowerDVDNorton AntiVirus