Acer Veriton 2800 Betriebsanweisung

Veriton 2800 SeriesUser's Guide

This chapter describes the system specifications and contents of your computer package.

3SpecificationsOperating systemMicrosoft® Windows® XP ProfessionalMicrosoft® Windows® XP Home EditionPlatformIntel® Celeron® with 533 MHz FSBIntel® Pe

1 First things first4Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.

5Package contentsBefore you unpack your computer, make sure that you have enough space to set up your computer.Carefully unpack the carton and remove

1 First things first6

72 System tour

This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer.

9FeaturesHere are just a few of your computer's many features:Performance•Intel® Celeron® supporting 533 MHz FSB, orIntel® Pentium® 4 supporting

2 System tour10Front and rear panelsYour computer's front and rear panels consist of the following:Front panelNo. Icon Component1 5.25" dri

11Rear panelYour computer's rear panel consists of the following:Audio jacks function tableNote: See "Connecting peripherals" on page 2

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such cha

2 System tour12KeyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys that include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, four multimedia keys, and 12 function ke

13Internet/Email/Search keys Multimedia keysAllow you to conveniently play, pause, stop, advance or rewind a song or movie using your keyboard.Icon K

2 System tour14Volume control/mute keysLock keysThe keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off to switch between functions.Note: Sc

15Cursor keysThe cursor keys, also called the arrow keys, let you move the cursor around the screen. They serve the same function as the arrow keys on

2 System tour16Function keysThe function keys, F1 - F12, let you perform specific functions, depending on the application that uses them.Palm restThe

17Optical driveYour computer may come with a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo, DVD-Dual or DVD-Super multi drive. This drive is located on the front p

2 System tour182. When the disk tray slides open, place the CD or DVD gently on the tray. Make sure that the label or title side of the disk is facin

3 Setting up your computer

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

21Arranging a comfortable work area Working safely and comfortably begins with the arrangement of your work space and the proper use of equipment. For

Disposal instructionsDo not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the glo

3 Setting up your computer22Take note of the following when selecting a location for your computer:• Do not put your computer near any equipment that

23Connecting peripheralsSetting up your computer is easy. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the mouse, the keyboard, the monito

3 Setting up your computer24Connecting a monitorTo connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor port (blue port) located on th

25Connecting the power cableCaution: Before you proceed, check the voltage range in your area. Make sure that it matches your computer's voltage

3 Setting up your computer26Turning on your computerAfter connecting the necessary peripherals and plugging in the power cable, you are now ready to

27Connecting optionsConnecting your printerYour computer supports parallel, serial and USB printers.To connect a parallel printer, plug the printer ca

3 Setting up your computer28Connecting the modem (optional)Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line and handset line into thei

29Connecting multimedia devicesYou can connect multimedia devices such as microphones, earphones or headphones, external speakers and audio line-in de

3 Setting up your computer30• Earphones, headphones: Connect to the headphone jack located on the front panel of your computer. Note: To adjust the

31• Audio line-in device: Connects to the audio-in/line-in jack (light blue jack) located on the rear panel of your computer Connecting USB devicesU

3 Setting up your computer32To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into any of the USB ports (black) located on the front and rear pa

4 Upgrading your computer

This chapter contains instructions on how to upgrade your computer, and basic information about your system boards that you will find helpful when per

35Installation precautionsBefore you install any computer component, we recommend that you read the following sections. These sections contain import

4 Upgrading your computer36Post-installation instructionsObserve the following after installing a computer component:1 See to it that the components

37Opening your Veriton 2800Caution! Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off your computer and all peripherals connected to it. Read the

4 Upgrading your computer38System boardsMainboard layoutThe mainboard becomes accessible once you open your computer. Refer to the section below for

39Upgrading your computerCertain components of your computer are upgradeable, such as the memory, the hard disk, the CPU and the expansion cards. You

4 Upgrading your computer403 Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR2 DIMM socket outward to release the DDR2 DIMM (a). Gently pull the DDR2

41To reconfigure your computerYour computer automatically detects the amount of memory installed. Run the BIOS utility to view the new value for total

1 First things first 1Specifications 3Package contents 5Accessing the User's Guide 52 System tour 7Features 9Performance 9Multimedia 9Connectivi

4 Upgrading your computer424 Remove the bracket.5 Remove the riser card from its protective packaging.6 Align the riser card to the PCI Express slot

5 System utilities

This chapter describes applications that are preinstalled on your computer.

45Depending on the hardware and optional features installed in your computer, your system came bundled with several program utilities designed to stre

5 System utilities46Norton AntiVirusNorton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software that finds and repairs infected files, and protects against viruses to

47NTI CD&DVD-Maker (for models with CD or DVD Burner) The NTI CD&DVD-Maker is optical disk-recording software that allows you to create and co

5 System utilities48PowerDVD (for models with DVD)PowerDVD is a high-quality, pure software DVD player that brings high-quality movies and karaoke to

49BIOS utilityThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most comput

5 System utilities50You can also follow the steps below:1 Locate the hardware reset button. See "Front and rear panels" on page 10.2 Press

514 Select "Factory Default Image."

Connecting multimedia devices 29Connecting USB devices 314 Upgrading your computer 33Installation precautions 35ESD precautions 35Preinstallation ins

5 System utilities525 You should see the following screen:Caution! Running the recovery operation will erase all files previously saved on your compu

53Acer eManagerAcer eManager is a simple and easy-to-use portal for managing your new Acer desktop computer. eManager includes: • Acer eSecurity (Acer

5 System utilities54To activate Acer eLock, a password must be set first. Once set, you may apply locks to any of the three kinds of devices. The loc

55Acer eSettingsAcer eSettings is a system utility that is included within Acer eManager and made specifically for Acer desktop computers. This utilit

5 System utilities56• Keeps a history log of all alerts that were previously issued.Acer eRecoveryAcer eRecovery is a powerful utility that does away

57backup/restore operations and to burn backup images to CD or DVD, depending on system configuration.For more information, see Acer eManager's o

5 System utilities58Using backup (Windows XP only)The Backup utility creates copies of information on your hard disk. In the event that the original

59Disk defragmenter (Windows XP only)The disk degfragmentation utility consolidates files and folders on your computer's hard disk. This allows y

5 System utilities60

6 Frequently asked questions

6 Frequently asked questions 61Frequently asked questions 63Appendix A: Notices 65ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 66FCC notice 66Notice: Canadian u

This chapter tells you what to do in case your computer is not working properly. However, if a more serious problem arises, contact your dealer or the

63Frequently asked questionsThe following questions indicate possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer and each is followed b

6 Frequently asked questions64The printer does not work.Do the following:• Make sure the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned

Appendix A: Notices

Appendix A: Notices66ENERGY STAR guidelines complianceAs an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR gui

67Operation conditionsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may no

Appendix A: Notices68Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.TBR 21

698 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not e

Appendix A: Notices70Macrovision copyright protection noticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. paten

71Laser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label content (s

Appendix A: Notices72Federal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjec

73Declaration of Conformity for CE markingConforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonised standards:E

Appendix A: Notices74

Appendix B: Taking care of your computer

Appendix B: Taking care of your computer76Please read the important instructions listed in this section. Following these instructions will help you m

77To clean your pointing deviceTo clean a regular mouse (with rubber ball)1 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse.2 Take out the rubber ball an

Appendix B: Taking care of your computer78

79EnglishIndexAaccessing the online User’s Guide 5applications 45BBIOS utility 49Ccomputer coverremove 37replace 37computer maintenance

80Englishmouse 22software 45Norton AntiVirus 46system boards 38mainboard 38system utilitiesAcrobat Reader 45Norton AntiVirus 46NT

1 First things first