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- Page 1 AcerPower SC User’s guide...
- Page 2 Serial Number: ___________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of Purchase: ________________________________ Acer and the Acer Logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other company’s product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies.
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Page 3: Fcc Notice
Notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. - Page 4 Use conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. - Page 6 12 When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed If liquid has been spilled into the product If the product has been exposed to rain or water If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to...
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Page 7: Laser Compliance Statement
Laser compliance statement The CD-ROM drive in this computer is a laser product. The CD-ROM drive’s classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. - Page 8 viii...
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
1 Overview Package contents Taking care of your computer Important tips Cleaning and servicing 2 System tour Features Front panel Rear panel USB Keyboard Programmable keys Internet/Suspend keys Multimedia keys Volume control/Mute Cursor keys Lock keys Windows keys Mouse Disk drives 3.5-inch floppy disk drive CD-ROM drive Hard disk drive... - Page 10 Turning on your computer Turning off your computer 4 Upgrading your computer Installation precautions ESD precautions Preinstallation instructions Post-installation instructions Opening your computer Removing the cover Replacing the cover Mainboard CPU frequency table Installing additional memory Installing a DIMM Removing a DIMM Reconfiguring your computer Upgrading the CPU Replacing the hard disk...
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Page 11: Overview
1 Overview... - Page 12 This chapter gives an overview of the product and the peripherals that come with it. It also contains tips on how to take care of your computer.
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Page 13: Package Contents
Package contents Before you unpack your computer, make sure that you have enough space to set up your computer. Carefully unpack the carton and remove the contents. If any of the following items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: •... -
Page 14: Taking Care Of Your Computer
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. -
Page 15: To Clean Your Monitor
To clean your mouse Open the circular cover underneath the mouse. Take out the rubber ball and wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. Put the ball back and close the cover. To clean your monitor Make sure that you keep your screen clean. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. - Page 16 1 Overview...
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Page 17: System Tour
2 System tour... - Page 18 This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer.
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Page 19: Features
Features Here are just a few of your computer’s many features: Performance • Socket 370 processor • Intel ® Celeron ™ ® ® • Intel Pentium Cache (front side bus of 100 and 133 MHz supported) • Expandable system memory to a maximum of 1-GB •... -
Page 20: Front Panel
Front panel Your computer’s front panel consists of the following: Component Headphone/Earphone port Increase/decrease volume CD-ROM LED CD-ROM tray Stop/Eject button Skip/Forward button Component Power LED LAN LED Power button 3.5-inch floppy disk drive eject button 3.5-inch floppy disk drive 3.5-inch floppy disk drive LED 2 System tour... -
Page 21: Rear Panel
Rear panel Your computer’s rear panel consists of the following: Component System main power switch Voltage selector System power socket PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 mouse port LAN port USB ports Serial 2 port *These two optional USB ports are only available in some regions. For information on how to connect the peripherals, see “Connecting peripherals”... -
Page 22: Usb Keyboard
USB Keyboard The USB keyboard that came with your computer has full-sized keys that include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, and twelve function keys. Description Programmable keys Internet/Suspend keys Multimedia keys Volume/Mute nob Scroll lock key Num lock key Cursor keys Application key Windows keys... -
Page 23: Programmable Keys
Programmable keys The programmable keys help you directly access a URL (Web site) or launch any program, file, or application in your system. The fifth key is set to launch the media player. If you want to configure the settings of each key, right click on the Magic Keyboard icon located in your Windows desktop. -
Page 24: Volume Control/Mute
Icon Backward Volume control/Mute The volume control/mute knob controls the speaker volume. Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the volume. Press it to toggle between mute and sound. Cursor keys The cursor keys, also called the arrow keys, let you move the cursor around the screen. -
Page 25: Windows Keys
Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows logo key Application key Description Start button. Combinations with this key perform special functions, such as: • Windows + Tab: Activate the next Taskbar button • Windows + E: Explore My Computer •... -
Page 26: Mouse
Mouse Your mouse has one ratchet wheel and two buttons: a left button and a right button. Quickly pressing and releasing the buttons is called clicking. Sometimes, you will need to do a double-click (clicking the same button twice quickly) or a right-click (clicking the right button quickly). -
Page 27: Disk Drives
Disk drives Your computer comes with the following disk drives. 3.5-inch floppy disk drive Your computer’s 3.5-inch floppy disk drive can handle 720-KB and 1.44- MB capacity diskettes. The floppy diskettes are compact, lightweight, and easy to carry around. Here are some tips on how to take care of your diskettes: •... - Page 28 However, they are more delicate than diskettes and must be handled with extra care. To insert a CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive: Gently push the eject button located on the front panel. Insert the CD. Make sure that the label or title side of the CD is facing upward.
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Page 29: Hard Disk Drive
Caution: Make sure that the CD is properly inserted before closing the CD tray. Improper insertion may damage both the CD and the CD-ROM drive. Gently close the tray. To take care of your CDs: • Keep your CDs in a disk case when not in use to avoid scratches or other damage. - Page 30 2 System tour...
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Page 31: Setting Up Your Computer
3 Setting up your computer... - Page 32 This chapter contains step-by-step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals.
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Page 33: Arranging A Comfortable Work Area
Arranging a comfortable work area Working safely begins with the arrangement of your work space and the proper use of equipment. For this reason, it is very important to take time and think about how you are going to arrange your work area. -
Page 34: Positioning Your Keyboard
Positioning your keyboard The location of the keyboard is a very important factor to your posture. Placing it too far will make your body lean forward forcing you to sit in an unnatural position. Placing it too high will add tension to your shoulder muscles. -
Page 35: Connecting Peripherals
Connecting peripherals Setting up your computer is easy. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the mouse, the USB keyboard, the monitor and the power cable. Mouse Plug the mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port or USB port located on the rear panel of your computer. -
Page 36: Usb Keyboard
3 Setting up your computer USB Keyboard Plug the USB keyboard cable into the USB port located on the rear panel of your computer. -
Page 37: Monitor
Monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the external monitor port located on the rear panel of your computer. Note: Refer to the monitor manual for additonal instructions and information. -
Page 38: Power Cable
Power cable Caution: Before you proceed, check the voltage range in your area. Make sure that it matches your computer’s voltage setting (see the voltage setting switch located on the rear panel of your computer). If they don’t match, change your computer’s voltage setting according to your area’s voltage range. -
Page 39: Connecting Options
Connecting options Printer Your computer supports both serial and parallel printers. To connect a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel port located on the rear panel of your computer. To connect a serial printer, plug the printer cable into either serial port 1 or serial port 2 located on the rear panel of your computer. -
Page 40: Network
Network You can connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable. To do so, simply plug the network cable into the network port on the rear panel of your computer. Note: Consult your operating system manual for information on how to configure your network setup. -
Page 41: Modem
Modem Note: A modem connection is only available when you have a modem card installed in your system. Contact your dealer for more information. Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line and handset into their correspond ports on the rear panel of your computer. -
Page 42: Multimedia Devices
Multimedia devices You can connect multimedia devices such as speakers, a microphone, headphones or earphones and a joystick (for games). These devices will allow you to take advantage of your computer’s multimedia features. Plug the devices in as follows: • microphone: connect to Mic-in port •... -
Page 43: Usb Devices
USB devices Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a new serial bus design that is capable of cascading low-/medium-speed peripherals (less than 12 Mbps) such as a keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem. With USB, complex cable connections can be eliminated. Your computer comes with two USB ports located on the rear panel. -
Page 44: Turning On Your Computer
Turning on your computer After connecting the necessary peripherals and plugging in the power cable, you are now ready to turn the computer on and get to work. To turn on your computer: Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. - Page 45 On the front panel of your computer, press the power button. When the computer finishes booting, it is now ready for use. Important! Make sure that the power cable is properly plugged into an electrical outlet. If you are using a power strip or an AVR (Auto-Voltage Regulator), make sure that it is plugged in and turned on.
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Page 46: Turning Off Your Computer
Turning off your computer To turn off your computer, do either of the following: • From your Windows desktop, click on Start, Shut Down... and select Shut down; then click on OK. • Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer, and then, press the power button for at least four seconds. -
Page 47: Upgrading Your Computer
4 Upgrading your computer... - Page 48 This chapter contains instructions on how to upgrade your computer and basic information about your system board that you will find helpful when performing the upgrade process.
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Page 49: Installation Precautions
Installation precautions Before you install any system component, we recommend that you read the following sections. These sections contain important ESD precautions along with preinstallation and post-installation instructions. ESD precautions Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk drives, expansion boards, and other components. Always observe the following precautions before you install a system component: Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until you are ready to install it. -
Page 50: Post-Installation Instructions
Post-installation instructions Observe the following after installing a system component: See to it that the components are installed according to the step- by-step instructions in their respective sections. Make sure you have set all the required jumpers. See “Mainboard” on page 45 for the correct jumper settings. Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed earlier. -
Page 51: Opening Your Computer
Opening your computer Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off your computer and all peripherals connected to it. Read the “Preinstallation instructions” on page 39. You need to open your computer before you can install additional components. - Page 52 Push the housing cover slightly backward, then pull it upward to remove it from the chassis. 4 Upgrading your computer...
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Page 53: Replacing The Cover
Replacing the cover Replace the housing cover. - Page 54 4 Upgrading your computer Secure the housing cover with the necessary screws.
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Page 55: Mainboard
Mainboard The layout below shows all the connectors and jumpers of the mainboard. Refer to the table for a brief description of each connectors and jumpers. The mainboard becomes accessible once you open your computer. It should look like the figure shown below:... - Page 56 Connector CN10 CN11 CN12 CN13 CN16 CN18 CN20 CN21 CN22 CN23 4 Upgrading your computer Description PS/2 connectors USB/LAN connectors ATX power connector Printer/VGA/COM2 connectors IDE2 connector IDE1 connector Game/MIDI port 12-pin AC’97 connector Audio CD connector FDD connector HDD LED connector Fax voice modem connector Wake-on LAN c onnector RF connector...
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Page 57: Cpu Frequency Table
Connector CPU frequency table Description Power switch connector 1-2: set CN21 as slave 2-3: set CN21 as Master SDRAM... -
Page 58: Installing Additional Memory
Installing additional memory The two 168-pin sockets onboard support Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM)-type DIMMs. You may install 32-MB, 64-MB, 128-MB, 256-MB, or 512-MB (single and double density) DIMMs for a maximum of 1-GB memory. The SDRAM DIMMs should work under 3.3 volts only; 5-volt memory devices are not supported. -
Page 59: Removing A Dimm
Note: The DIMM socket is slotted to ensure proper installation. If you insert a DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket, you may have inserted it incorrectly. Turn the DIMM around and try to insert it again. Removing a DIMM Press the holding clips on both sides of the socket outward to release the DIMM. -
Page 60: Upgrading The Cpu
Upgrading the CPU This system board supports Pentium III and Celeron processors and future Intel processors. Both connects to a 370-pin socket form factor instead of the slot connector form factor. Note: Observe the ESD precautions when installing or removing a system component. - Page 61 Attach one side of the fan/heatsink metal bracket to the CPU socket and then gently push down the other side of the metal bracket until it locks in place. Connect the 3-pin and 2-pin fan/heatsink cables to the system board. Refer to “Mainboard” on page 45 for the location of the fan/heatsink connectors.
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Page 62: Replacing The Hard Disk
Replacing the hard disk Follow these steps to replace the hard disk drive: Remove the cover as shown on page 41. Disconnect all cables connected to the hard disk and 3.5-inch floppy disk drives. 4 Upgrading your computer... - Page 63 Remove the 3.5-inch drive frame from the housing by pressing the tab on top and pivoting the frame outward.
- Page 64 Remove the four screws that hold the hard disk to the drive frame and pull out the hard disk drive. Install a new 3.5-inch hard disk drive and secure it with the fours screws that you have removed previously. Reinstall the frame into the housing as in the following figure: Align the frame with the notch.
- Page 65 Pivot the frame toward the housing until the tab clicks into place.
- Page 66 Connect the disk drive cables and power cables. Note: Make sure that the other ends of the floppy disk drive cables are connected to their corresponding connectors on the system board. Reinstall the housing cover as instructed on page 43. 4 Upgrading your computer...
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Page 67: Installing An Expansion Card
Installing an expansion card On your mainboard, you will find empty slots. These slots allow you to install expansion cards to further upgrade your computer. To install an expansion card: Remove the cover as shown on page 41. Locate an empty PCI slot on the system board. Remove the bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty slot. - Page 68 4 Upgrading your computer...