Acer Personal Computer Veriton 3600GT User Manual

Veriton 3600GT/3600V  
Users guide  
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Contents  
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1 First things  
first  
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This chapter describes the system  
specifications and the contents of your  
computer package.  
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System specifications  
Component  
Specification  
Processor  
Intel® Pentium® 4 2.0~3.6 GHz  
Intel®Celeron® 2.0 - 2.6 GHz  
System memory  
Chipset  
Four SDRAM slots support a maximum of 4 GB dual-  
channel DDR memory  
Intel® 865G+ICH5(3600GT)  
Intel® 865GV+ICH5(3600V)  
Graphics  
Intel® 865G supporting:  
DVMT technology  
Dual Display  
Audio  
LAN  
IDE  
AC ’97 Codec  
10/100/1000 Base-T Gigabit Ethernet connectivity  
Two 40 pin parallel ATA IDE slots  
Two Serial ATA ports  
FDD  
PS/2  
1.44 MB 3.5 inch floppy drive  
PS/2 keyboard port  
PS/2 mouse port  
USB  
Eight external USB 2.0 ports  
Serial port  
One serial port on I/O bracket  
(Optional 2nd serial port connecting via “COM2” on  
Printer port  
Thermal  
One parallel printer port  
Dynamic fan speed control  
Security  
Chassis lock pad  
Chassis intrusion alarm  
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1 First things first  
Component  
Specification  
Wake system  
Wake on LAN  
Wake on modem  
Mouse/keyboard  
HDD  
Paralle ATA (5400, 7200 RPM)  
Serial ATA (7200 RPM)  
Optical Drive  
CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo or  
DVD+/-RW, or DVD-RAM(Supermulti plus) drive  
Operating system  
Windows® 2000  
Windows® XP Home  
Windows® XP Professional  
Novell®/SCO® Unix/Red Hat® Linux  
(driver support)  
Dimensions  
Weight  
Small Form Factor  
345mm(H) /101.3mm(W) /414.7mm(D)  
Small Form Factor 5.3 kg/11.7lb  
System temp >90oC - functions suspended until  
system temp is below 90oC  
Thermal  
overrides  
CPU temp >110oC - functions suspended until CPU  
temp is below 110oC  
CPU temp >120oC - system auto-shutdown  
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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:  
Veriton 3600 series  
Items contained in the accessory box  
Foot stands  
USB or PS/2 keyboard  
USB or PS/2 mouse  
Power cable  
User’s guide and installation poster  
Other user documentation and third-party software  
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1 First things first  
Accessing the users guide  
This user’s guide is also available on your computer as an Adobe  
Acrobat PDF file.  
To access the user’s guide (for Windows® XP)  
1
On the Windows® XP taskbar, click on the Start button then select  
Help and Support Center.  
2
On the Help and Support Center home page, double-click the  
Veriton 3600 series Online icon.  
To access the user’s guide (for Windows® 2000)  
1
Double-click on the Veriton 3600 series Online icon on your  
Windows® desktop.  
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2 System tour  
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This chapter discusses the features and  
components of your computer.  
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Features  
Here are just a few of your computer’s many features:  
Performance  
Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron® supporting FSB(Front Side Bus) up to  
800 /400MHz and HyperThreading Technology™  
Intel® 865G+ICH5 (for 3600GT) or 865GV+ICH5(for 3600V) chipset  
DDR-SDRAM 400/333/266, 4 DIMM slots, Expandable to 4GB dual-  
channel memory  
Power management function  
CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo, DVD+/-RW, or  
DVD-RAM(Supermulti plus) drive  
High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk  
Multimedia  
3-D quality audio system via onboard audio controller  
Audio-in/Line-in, Audio-out/Line-out, Headphone-out, and  
Microphone-in interfaces  
Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear).  
However, you can not use both of them at the same time. By  
default, your system enables the microphone-in jack in front.  
Connectivity  
Two PS/2 interfaces for mouse and keyboard  
One serial port(Option 2nd serial port via “COM2” on page 55)  
One parallel port  
One VGA port  
Eight Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (four on the front and  
four on the rear panel)  
High-speed fax/data PCI modem (optional)  
Gigabit Ethernet LAN support with remote wake-up function  
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Front panel  
Your computer’s front panel consists of the following:  
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6
Label  
Icon  
Component  
1
5.25-inch drive Stop/Eject button  
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Label  
Icon  
Component  
2
3
4
5
6
5.25-inch optical drive bay  
Floppy drive eject button  
3.5-inch floppy drive  
Floppy drive light-emitting diode (LED)  
Microphone-in jack (front) see note  
Headphone-out port  
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8
USB ports  
9
OBR(One Button Recovery) slot  
Hard disk activity LED  
10  
11  
12  
LAN activity LED  
Power LED  
13  
Power button  
Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear).  
However, you can not use both of them at the same time. By  
default, your system enables the microphone-in jack in front and  
disables the one at the back.  
For information on how to connect the peripherals, see “Connecting  
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2 System tour  
Rear panel  
Your computer’s rear panel consists of the following:  
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5
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Label  
Icon  
Color  
Component  
Power supply  
PS/2 mouse port  
1
2
Green  
3
Purple  
Black  
PS/2 keyboard port  
USB ports  
4/9  
5
Teal or  
Serial port  
Turquoise  
6
7
Burgundy  
Blue  
Parallel/Printer port  
Monitor port (On-die VGA)  
8
White  
Network port  
10  
11  
12  
Pink  
Microphone-in jack (rear)  
Audio-out/Line-out jack  
Audio-in/Line-in jack  
Lime  
Light blue  
13  
14  
15  
16  
Expansion slots  
Chassis lock pad  
Voltage selector switch  
Power cord socket  
For information on how to connect the peripherals, see “Connecting  
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Keyboard  
The keyboard that came with your computer has full-sized keys that  
include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, four multimedia keys  
and twelve function keys.  
For information on how to connect your USB keyboard, please see  
“Connecting peripherals” on page 32.  
No.  
1
Description  
No.  
2
Description  
Sleep button  
Internet/E-mail/Search keys  
Volume control/Mute keys  
Num lock key  
3
Multimedia keys  
Scroll lock key  
Cursor keys  
4
5
6
7
8
Application key  
9
Windows logo key  
Function keys  
10  
Caps lock key  
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Internet/E-mail/Search keys  
Icon  
Key  
Description  
Web  
Launches your current default browser.  
browser  
Email  
Launches your email application.  
Opens a search window.  
Search  
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Multimedia keys  
Allow you to conveniently play, pause, stop, step forward, or step back  
a song or movie using your keyboard.  
Icon  
Key  
Description  
Backward  
Press to skip backward to the previous  
track or video file and start playing.  
Play/Pause  
Stop  
Press to start playing the audio track or  
video file. Press again to pause.  
Press to stop playing the audio track or  
video file.  
Forward  
Press to skip forward to the next track or  
video file and start playing.  
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Volume control/Mute keys  
.
Icon  
Key  
Description  
Volume up  
Press to increase audio volume.  
Volume  
down  
Press to decrease audio volume.  
Toggle sound on/off.  
Mute  
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Lock keys  
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off to  
switch between two functions.  
Lock key  
Description  
Scroll Lock  
When activated, the screen moves one line up  
or down when you press the up arrow or down  
arrow respectively. Take note that Scroll Lock  
may not work with some applications.  
Num Lock  
Caps Lock  
When activated, the keypad is set to numeric  
mode; i.e., the keys function as a calculator  
(complete with arithmetic operators such as +, -,  
* and /).  
When activated, all alphabetic characters typed  
appear in uppercase (same function as pressing  
Shift + <letter>).  
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Cursor keys  
The 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  
the numeric keypad when the Num Lock is toggled off.  
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Windows keys  
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.  
Key  
Description  
Windows logo key  
Start button. Combinations with this key  
perform special functions, such as:  
Windows + Tab: Activate the next  
Taskbar button  
Windows + E: Explore My Computer  
Windows + F: Find Document  
Windows + M: Minimize All  
Shift + Windows + M: Undo Minimize All  
Windows + R: Display the Run dialog box  
Application key  
Opens the applications context menu (same  
function as clicking the right button of the  
mouse).  
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Function keys  
The function keys, F1 - F12, let you perform specific functions,  
depending on the application that uses them.  
Palm rest  
The detachable palm rest provides you a comfortable place to rest your  
hands while typing.  
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2 System tour  
Optical drive  
Your computer may come with a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or a combo DVD/  
CD-RW, DVD+/-RW, or DVD-RAM(Supermulti plus) drive. This drive is  
located on the front panel of your computer. The CD-ROM drive allows  
you to play different types of compact discs (CDs). The DVD-ROM drive  
allows you to play not only old CD-ROMs, CD-I discs, and video CDs, but  
digital video discs (DVDs) as well. DVD or DVD-ROM is a type of disc  
media that holds a minimum of 4.7-GB (gigabytes), enough for a full-  
length movie. The CD-RW drive allows you to record or burn CD-RW  
(recordable and rewritable) discs.  
CDs and DVDs, like diskettes, are also compact, lightweight, and easy  
to carry around. However, they are more delicate than diskettes and  
must be handled with extra care.  
To insert a CD or DVD into your computer’s CD-ROM or DVD drive:  
1
Gently push the Eject button located on the front panel.  
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2
When the disc tray slides open, place the CD or DVD gently on the  
tray. Make sure that the label or title side of the disc is facing  
upward. When holding a disc, hold it by the edges to avoid leaving  
smudges or fingerprints.  
3
Push the Eject button again to close the tray.  
To take care of your CDs and DVDs:  
Keep your discs in a disk case when not in use to avoid scratches or  
other damage. Any kind of dirt or damage can affect the data on  
the disc, impair the disc lens reader on the CD or DVD drive, or  
stop the computer from successfully reading the disc.  
When handling discs, always hold them by the edges to avoid  
smudges or fingerprints.  
When cleaning discs, use a clean, dust-free cloth and wipe in a  
straight line from the center to the edge. Do not wipe in a circular  
motion.  
Clean your CD or DVD drive periodically. You may refer to the  
Cleaning kit for instructions. Cleaning kits can be purchased in any  
computer or electronics shop.  
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2 System tour  
Hard disk  
Your computer is preinstalled with a high-capacity Enhanced-IDE  
(E-IDE) hard disk.  
to upgrade or replace your hard disk.  
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3 Setting up  
your computer  
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This chapter contains step-by-step instructions  
on how to set up your computer and connect  
additional peripherals.  
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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.  
Here are some points to consider:  
Adjusting your chair  
Having the right kind of chair does not necessarily mean that you’ll be  
properly supported. It is necessary to adjust your chair to fit your body.  
Proper body posture will make you more comfortable and productive.  
Avoid tilting your chair. If you have a chair that tilts, lock the tilt  
knobs so that your chair will not tilt forward or backward while  
you are using your computer.  
Adjust your chair height in such a way that you can sit on it with  
your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet resting flat on the  
floor.  
Rest your body on the chair back. Your torso works harder to  
maintain balance if you do not rest your body on the chair back.  
Positioning your PC  
You may position your computer in two ways:  
Tower-like/vertical position  
Regular desktop position  
To position your PC in a tower or vertical position:  
1
Install the foot stands.  
Press the notch on both sides of the foot stands (a).  
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3 Setting up your computer  
2
Turn out the foot stands to the slots on the housing frame (b) as  
shown in the figure below:  
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To position your PC in a desktop or horizontal  
position:  
1
Attach the foot stands as shown in the figure that follows.  
2
Place your computer in the desired location.  
Take note of the following when selecting a location for your  
computer:  
Do not put your computer near any equipment that might cause  
electromagnetic or radio frequency interference such as radio  
transmitters, televisions, copy machines, or heating and air-  
conditioning equipment.  
Avoid dusty areas and extremes of temperature and humidity.  
You may place your computer beside your desk or under your  
table, as long as it does not block the space that you need for  
working and moving.  
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3 Setting up your computer  
Positioning your monitor  
Place your monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 50 to 60  
centimeters away. Adjust the display in such a way that the top of the  
screen is at or slightly below eye level.  
Positioning your keyboard  
The location of the keyboard is a very important factor to your  
posture. Placing it too far away 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.  
The keyboard should be placed just above your lap. Adjust the  
keyboard height by flipping the folding stands located under the  
keyboard.  
Keep your lower arms parallel to the floor as you type. Your upper  
arms and shoulders should be relaxed. Then try typing with a light  
touch. If you feel any shoulder or neck strain, stop for a while and  
check your posture.  
Position your keyboard in front of your monitor. Putting your  
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keyboard beside your monitor will make you turn your head while  
you type which could add tension to your neck muscles that may  
later result in neck strain.  
Positioning your mouse  
The mouse should be placed on the same surface as your keyboard  
so that you can reach it with ease.  
Adjust its position to allow enough space for movement without  
making you stretch or lean over.  
Use your arm to move the mouse. Do not rest your wrist on the  
table when moving the mouse.  
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3 Setting up your computer  
Connecting peripherals  
Setting up your computer is easy. For the most part, you only have four  
things to connect: the mouse, the keyboard, the monitor, and the  
power cable.  
Note: The peripherals shown in the connections below are for  
your reference only. Actual device models may vary in select  
countries.  
Connecting your mouse  
USB mouse  
Plug your USB mouse cable into any of the USB ports  
(black) located on the front and rear panels of your computer.  
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PS/2 mouse  
Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port  
located on the rear panel of your computer.  
(green port)  
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3 Setting up your computer  
Connecting your keyboard  
USB keyboard  
Plug your USB keyboard cable into any of the USB ports  
(black port) located on the front and rear panel of your computer.  
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PS/2 keyboard  
Plug your PS/2 keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port  
port) located on the rear panel of your computer.  
(purple  
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3 Setting up your computer  
Connecting a monitor  
To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor  
port  
(blue port) located on the rear panel of your computer.  
Note: Refer to the monitor manual for additonal instructions and  
information on adjusting your monitors settings.  
Note: The image above shows the Vertion 3600G. Refer to pages  
16 and/or 18 for the location of your monitor port(s).  
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Connecting the power cable  
Caution! Before you proceed, check the voltage range in your  
area. Make sure that it matches your computer’s voltage setting. If  
they don’t match, set your computer’s voltage selector switch to  
the voltage range applicable to your area.  
Set the voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your  
area. Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the  
rear panel of your computer. Then plug the other end of the power  
cable into a power outlet.  
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3 Setting up 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:  
1
Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer such as the  
monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc.  
2
On the front panel of your computer, press the Power button.  
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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Turning off your computer  
To turn off your computer, follow the steps below.  
For Windows® XP:  
1
2
On the Windows® XP taskbar, click on the Start button, and click  
Turn Off Computer; then click Turn Off.  
Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer.  
For Windows® 2000:  
1
On the Windows® 2000 taskbar, click on the Start button,  
highlight Shut Down, select Shut down from the drop down  
window then click on OK.  
2
Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer.  
If you cannot shut down your computer normally, press the power  
button for at least four seconds. Quickly pressing the button may put  
the computer in Suspend mode only.  
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3 Setting up your computer  
Connecting options  
Connecting your printer  
Your computer supports parallel, serial and USB printers.  
To connect a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel  
port  
(burgundy port) located on the rear panel of your computer.  
Note: The printer shown below is for your reference only. Actual  
device model may vary in select countries.  
Note: If you are using a serial printer, connect the printer cable  
into the serial port located on the rear panel of your computer. In  
the same manner, connect a USB printer by plugging the printer  
cable into any of the USB ports located on the front or rear panels.  
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Connecting the modem (optional)  
Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line  
and handset line  
of your computer.  
into their corresponding ports on the rear panel  
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3 Setting up your computer  
Connecting to the 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  
(white port) on the rear panel of your computer.  
Note: Consult your network system administrator or operating  
system manual for information on how to configure your network  
setup.  
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Connecting multimedia devices  
You can connect multimedia devices such as microphone, earphone or  
headphone, external speakers, and audio line-in device. These devices  
will allow you to take advantage of your computer’s multimedia  
features.  
Note: The multimedia devices shown below are for your reference  
only. Actual device models may vary in select countries.  
Plug the devices in as follows:  
Note: For information on how to configure multimedia devices,  
consult the documentation that came with each device.  
microphone: connects to the microphone-in jack  
(pink port)  
located on the front and rear panel of your computer  
Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear).  
However, you can not use both of them at the same time. By  
default, your system enables the microphone-in jack in front and  
disables the one at the back.  
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3 Setting up your computer  
earphones, headphones: connect to the Headphone-out port  
(lime port) located on the front panel of your computer  
Note: To adjust the volume of the headphones, click on the  
Volume icon located on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen.  
When the Volume control pops up, drag the Volume control lever  
to the desired level. You can also use the Volume control button  
on the keyboard.  
external speakers: connect to the Audio-out/Line-out jack  
(lime jack) on the rear panel of your computer  
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audio line-in device: connect to the Audio-in/Line-in jack  
blue jack) located on the rear panel of your computer  
(light  
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3 Setting up your computer  
Connecting USB devices  
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus design that is capable of  
cascading peripherals such as a digital camera, keyboard, mouse,  
joystick, scanner, printer and modem. With USB, complex cable  
connections can be eliminated.  
Your computer comes with eight USB ports: four on the front and  
another four on the rear panel. These ports support USB 2.0 high-  
performance external devices such as webcams and digital still  
cameras. They also allow you to connect additional USB devices to your  
computer without using up its system resources.  
To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into any of the  
USB ports  
(black port).  
Note: Some USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows you  
to connect or daisy-chain more USB devices.  
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4 Upgrading  
your computer  
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This chapter contains instructions on how to  
upgrade your computer and basic information  
about your system boards that you will find  
helpful when performing the upgrade process.  
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Installation precautions  
Before you install any computer 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 computer component:  
1
Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until  
you are ready to install it.  
2
Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the  
computer before handling components. If a wrist strap is not  
available, maintain contact with the computer throughout any  
procedure requiring ESD protection.  
Preinstallation instructions  
Always observe the following before you install any component:  
1
Turn off your computer and all the peripherals connected to it  
before opening it. Then unplug all cables from the power outlets.  
2
3
Open your computer according to the instructions on page 51.  
Follow the ESD precautions described above before handling a  
computer component.  
4
5
Remove any expansion boards or peripherals that block access to  
the DIMM sockets or component connector.  
See the following sections for specific instructions on the  
component you wish to install.  
Warning! Not turning off the computer properly before  
you start installing the components may cause serious  
damage.  
Do not attempt the procedures described in the following  
sections unless you are a qualified service technician.  
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Post-installation instructions  
Observe the following after installing a computer component:  
1
2
See to it that the components are installed according to the step-  
by-step instructions in their respective sections.  
Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed  
earlier.  
3
4
Replace the computer cover.  
Connect the necessary cables and turn on your computer.  
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Opening your computer  
Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off  
your computer and all peripherals connected to it. Read the  
You need to open your computer before you can install additional  
components. See the following section for instructions.  
To remove the computer cover  
1
Turn off your computer and unplug all cables.  
2
Place your computer on a flat, steady surface. If your computer is  
in the vertical position, remove the foot stands and place your  
computer in the regular desktop position.  
3
Turn the thumbscrews counterclockwise with your fingers to  
release the cover.  
Hold the sides of the cover with both hands.  
Slide it back about an inch and then gently lift it upward to detach  
it.  
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To replace the computer cover  
1
Align the cover’s hinges to the housing frame; then gently push it  
in to slide it back into place.  
Secure the cover with thumbscrews.  
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Internal components  
The figure below shows what your computer looks like once you  
remove the cover:  
Number  
Component  
3.5-inch floppy drive  
Optical drive  
1
2
3
4
5
Drive frame  
Power supply  
Mainboard see note  
Expansion slot  
6
Note: The mainboard model shown in the figure above may not  
be exactly the same with the one found in your computer.  
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System boards  
Mainboard layout  
The mainboard becomes accessible once you open your computer.  
Refer to the section below for the corresponding mainboard layout of  
your Veriton 3600 series computer model.  
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Label  
AGP1  
Component  
AGP slot (VT3600GT only) see note  
AUD1  
Line-in (top), line-out (middle), and rear microphone-  
in (bottom) ports  
ATX1  
BIOS1  
BT1  
Power connector  
BIOS chipset  
Battery  
CD1  
CD-in connector  
Serial connector  
D-Bracket (LANScope) connector  
DIMM sockets 1-4  
COM2  
DLED1  
DIMM1  
DIMM2  
DIMM3  
DIMM4  
FN1  
3-pin CPU fan connector  
CPU ZIF socket  
FN6  
FAN2  
FDD1  
IDE1  
3-pin system fan connector  
FDD connector  
IDE 1 connector  
IDE2  
IDE 2 connector  
JAUD1  
JBAT1  
Audio FPIO connector  
1-2 Normal  
2-3 Clear CMOS  
JCI1  
Intrusion connector  
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Label  
Component  
JFP1  
HDD LED, Power LED connector  
Power button and Reset switch controller  
JKBMS1  
JPW1  
PS/2 mouse (upper) and keyboard (lower) ports  
Power connector (12V power)  
One Touch Recovery button connector  
Parallel/Printer port  
JRECOVER  
LPT1  
PCI1 to PCI3  
PCI slots 1 to 3  
SATA1  
SATA2  
Serial HDD connectors  
SER1  
U10  
Serial port  
Northbridge  
U19  
Southbridge  
USB1  
USB2  
USB3  
USB4  
VGA1  
USB ports  
Front USB 2.0 connector  
Front USB 2.0 connector  
USB ports  
Monitor port  
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Audio board  
The audio board that came with your computer should look like the  
figure that follows  
JAUD1  
JUSB3, JUSB4  
USB1~USB4  
JMIC1 JSPK1  
Label  
Description  
JUSB1  
USB Connector - connects to the JUSB2 of the mainboard  
USB Connector - connects to the JUSB3 of the mainboard  
USB ports  
JUSB2  
USB1 to USB4  
JAUD1  
Standard audio connector - connects to the JAUD1 of the  
mainboard  
JMIC1  
JSPK1  
Microphone-in jack  
Audio-out port  
Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear).  
However, you can not use both of them at the same time. By  
default, your system enables the microphone-in jack in front and  
disables the one at the back.  
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Upgrading your computer  
Certain components of your computer are upgradeable such as the  
memory, the hard disk, the CPU and the expansion cards. You need to  
observe the “Installation precautions” on page 49 when installing or  
removing a computer component. However, for safety purposes, we do  
not recommend that you perform these upgrades yourself. If you want  
to replace or upgrade any of these components, contact your dealer or  
a qualified service technician for assistance.  
Note: The mainboard model shown in the following figures may  
not be exactly the same with the one found in your computer.  
Installing additional memory  
The four 184-pin sockets on the mainboard support Double Data Rate  
(DDR) Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM)-type  
DIMMs. You may install 128-MB, 256-MB, 512-MB or 1-GB DIMMs for a  
maximum memory capacity of 4 GB.  
The DDR DIMMs should work under 2.5 volts. You can install PC2100/  
DDR266, PC2700/DDR333, or PC3200/DDR400 modules in the DDR  
DIMM sockets. Contact your dealer for qualified DIMM vendors.  
Each DDR DIMM socket is independent from the other. This  
independence allows you to install DDR DIMMs with different  
capacities to form different configurations.  
To remove a DDR DIMM  
Note: The DDR DIMM has only one notch located on the center of  
the module.  
1
2
Remove the computer cover (see page 51).  
Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard.  
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3
Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR DIMM socket  
outward to release the DDR DIMM (1,2). Gently pull the DDR  
DIMM out of the socket (3).  
To install a DDR DIMM  
1
Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard.  
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Align the DDR DIMM with the socket (1). Press the DDR DIMM into  
the socket until the clips lock onto the DDR DIMM (2,3).  
Note: The DDR DIMM sockets are slotted to ensure proper  
installation. If you insert a DDR DIMM but it does not fit easily into  
the socket, you may have inserted it incorrectly. Turn the DDR  
DIMM around and try to insert it again.  
To reconfigure your computer  
Your computer automatically detects the amount of memory installed.  
Run the BIOS utility to view the new value for total system memory  
and make a note of it.  
Replacing the hard disk  
Follow these steps to replace your computer’s hard disk:  
1
2
Remove the computer cover (see page 51).  
Detach all cables connected to the CD or DVD drive, the 3.5-inch  
floppy drive and hard disk.  
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3
Lift the drive frame to a 90-degree angle; then pull out, and  
remove the drive frame.  
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Pull out the drive rails that holdthe hard disk to the housing. Set  
the drive rails aside.  
5
Slide the hard disk frame to the left (d); then gently move it out (e)  
and pull it up to detach it (f).  
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6
Install the new hard disk into the housing. Secure it with the drive  
rails you removed earlier and connect the power and hard disk  
cables to the new hard disk.  
7
8
Reinstall the drive frame into the housing.  
Reattach the CD or DVD drive and the floppy drive cables.  
Note: Make sure that the other ends of the disk drive cables are  
securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the  
mainboard.  
9
Replace the computer cover (see page 52).  
Installing an expansion card  
To install an expansion card:  
Caution: Your system accepts low profile PCI cards only.  
1
2
3
Remove the computer cover (see page 51).  
Locate an empty PCI slot on the mainboard.  
Remove the bracket lock that holds the bracket to the computer.  
Save the bracket lock.  
4
Pull out the bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty  
slot.  
5
6
Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging.  
Align the card with the empty bracket and then insert it into the  
slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated.  
7
Secure the card to your computer with the bracket lock you  
removed earlier.  
8
Replace the computer cover (see page 52).  
When you turn on the computer, BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)  
automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly-installed  
devices.  
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5 System  
utilities  
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This chapter describes applications that are  
preinstalled on your computer.  
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Depending on the hardware and optional features installed in your  
computer, your system came bundled with several program utilities  
designed to streamline your computer’s operations. These utilities may  
include any of the following:  
®
Acrobat Reader  
Acer LANScope Client Manager (optional)  
Norton AntiVirus  
NTI CD-Maker  
PowerDVD  
BIOS utility  
Acer One Button Recovery (System restore utility)  
If your computer is configured with Microsoft Windows XP the  
following utilities can be used to monitor and maintain system health.  
Backup  
Disk Defragmenter  
All of the applications that came with your computer are very easy to  
use. However, if you need more help and information, you may refer  
to the online help documentation provided in each software  
application.  
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Acrobat Reader  
Acrobat Reader is a software that lets you view, navigate, browse and  
print Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) files on all major  
computer platforms.  
To read a PDF document  
you can:  
Simply double click on any file with an icon like that shown above.  
or  
1
On the windows taskbar, click on the Start button, highlight  
Programs, and select Acrobat Reader.  
2
3
Once the program is running, select Open from the File menu.  
Select the file you wish to view in the Open file browser and click  
the Open button.  
For more information about Acrobat Reader, you may refer to the  
Acrobat Reader Help menu.  
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Acer LANScope (optional)  
Acer LANScope allows desktop management via the Web, standard  
network, or dial-up connections. It is compatible with the leading  
management specifications, such as Wired for Management 2.0,  
Desktop Management Interface (DMI) v2.0, and others.  
Your computer may be bundled with a LANScope installation CD. To  
install LANScope:  
1
Insert the LANScope installation CD into the optical drive.  
Caution! Make sure that the LANScope installation CD is properly  
inserted into the optical drive. Improper insertion may damage  
both the CD and the drive.  
Refer to page 22 for instructions on how to insert a CD into your  
computer's optical drive.  
2
Follow all onscreen instructions until installation is completed.  
For more information on how to use the LANScope, you may refer to  
the LANScope Help menu.  
Note: Acer LANScope currently supports Windows 98, Windows  
Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP platforms.  
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Norton AntiVirus  
Norton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software which finds and repairs  
infected files, protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe  
and secure. It also scans incoming email attachments for viruses. It  
provides useful virus detection and repair facilities.  
How do I check for viruses using Norton AntiVirus?  
A full system scan scans all files on your computer. To perform a system  
scan:  
1
Start Norton AntiVirus  
Double click on the Norton AntiVirus Icon on the desktop  
or  
Click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight  
Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus.  
2
In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses.  
3
4
In the Scan for Viruses pane, click Scan My Computer.  
Under Actions, click Scan.  
When the scan is complete, a scan summary appears.  
5
When you are done reviewing the summary, click Finished.  
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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.  
For more information about Norton AntiVirus, including setting up  
custom scans and scheduling scans, refer to the Norton AntiVirus Help  
menu.  
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NTI CD-Maker  
(for models with CD-RW)  
The NTI CD-Maker is a CD-Recording software which allows you to  
create and copy audio, data and videos to CD-R or CD-RW discs.  
To copy an audio or data disc:  
1
2
Click the Quick Burning icon  
on the desktop.  
Insert the CD you would like to copy into the source drive and a  
blank disc into the target drive.  
3
Choose the source and target drives from the pull-down lists.  
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Click the Start button to begin copying.  
For more information about NTI CD-Maker and its other features, refer  
to the NTl CD-Maker Help menu.  
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PowerDVD (for models with DVD)  
PowerDVD is a high-quality, pure software DVD player which brings  
high-quality movies and karaoke to your multimedia PC. You can play  
back high resolution DVD titles or MPEG-2 files with MPEG-2 video and  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) audio. PowerDVD provides a complete set of  
commands for navigation and advanced features such as multi-angle  
switching, multi-language and multi-subtitle selection, and parental  
control. It also has the i-Power Internet Enabling feature, which links to  
online DVD resources via the Power DVD Desktop Portal Page.  
How do I open PowerDVD and watch a DVD?  
In most cases, when you insert a DVD into your computer’s optical  
drive, PowerDVD will automatically open a viewer window and the  
control panel and begin playing.  
If PowerDVD does not open automatically:  
1
2
3
4
Click the Start button in the taskbar.  
Highlight All Programs  
Click the Cyberlink PowerDVD tab  
Select PowerDVD  
When PowerDVD opens simply press the play button  
playback.  
to begin  
For more information about Cyberlink PowerDVD and its other  
features, refer to the PowerDVD Help menu.  
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BIOS utility  
The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your  
computer's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most computers are  
already properly configured and optimized, there is no need to run this  
utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems and get the  
"Run Setup" message, you will need to run this utility.  
Note: Before you run BIOS, make sure that you have saved all  
open files. The computer reboots immediately after you exit  
Setup.  
To run the BIOS utility, press the Del key on your keyboard during  
computer boot up.  
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Reinstalling programs  
If you uninstall one of the preinstalled programs and want to reinstall  
it, do the following:  
1
2
3
4
Make sure that the system is turned on.  
Insert the System CD into the CD or DVD drive.  
Select the application that you want to reinstall.  
Follow all onscreen instructions until you finish the installation.  
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Recovering your system  
IIf your operating system files are lost or damaged, the recovery  
process will restore your system's original factory default settings or  
last system backup. Your Acer Veriton series computer includes an  
OBR(One Button Recovery) button, a feature that makes restoring your  
system quick and easy.  
OBR works from a hidden partition on your hard drive that contains all  
the information required to restore your system.  
There are two modes to recovery your system. One is from system’s  
original settings and another is from system backup. You can press Alt  
+ F10 after the BIOS finishes running the Power On Self Test (POST).  
Warning: Initiating the recovery operation while the  
operating system is running will result in abnormal  
shutdown and may make your current OS unstable or  
unusable.  
After the POST runs, you have only 1.5 seconds to press Alt + F10.  
Follow all onscreen instructions.  
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You can also follow the steps below:  
1
2
Locate the OBR button. See the image on page 10.  
Press the button. After a moment one of the following screen will  
appear on your display  
a
when you don’t backup your system yet..  
b
after you backup your system  
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In 2-a, click OK. You will be prompted again. In 2-b, select “Recover  
to Default Settings” to restore your system to the default factory  
settings. Select “Recover data from last backup” to restore your  
system to the last time system backup.  
Note: Click “Backup System” icon on the desktop to backup your  
system anytime.  
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If you choosed your recovery option, you should see the following  
screen. Click OK to continue.  
5
After 15 seconds the system will reboot and initiate the restore  
operation.  
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After the recovery operation finishes the system will reboot. You  
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will be required to go through the setup process again.  
Caution! Running the Recovery operation will erase all files  
previously saved in your computer so make sure to back up your  
important files before starting the recovery process.  
If you attempt to restore your system using the One Button Recovery  
feature, and the system DOES NOT respond, contact your local vendor  
or authorised Acer representative immediately.  
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Using Backup (Windows XP only)  
The Backup utility creates copies of information on your hard disk. In  
the event that the original data on your hard disk is erased or  
overwritten, or becomes inaccessible because of a hark disk  
malfunction, you can use the copy to restore your lost or damaged  
data.  
How do I back up files from my hard drive?  
To run the Backup utility:  
1
2
3
4
5
Click the Start button in the taskbar.  
Highlight All Programs  
Click Accessories  
Select System Tools  
Click Backup  
When Backup starts, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your  
backup profile and schedule.  
For more information about Backup, refer to Windows XP help.  
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Disk Defragmenter (Windows XP only)  
The disk degfragmentation utility consolidates files and folders on  
your computer’s hard disk. This allows your computer to access files  
and folders and save new data more efficiently. By consolidating your  
files and folders, the defragmenter also consolidates the volume’s free  
space, making it less likely that new files will be fragmented.  
How do I defragment my hard drive?  
To run the Disk Defragmenter:  
1
2
3
4
5
Click the Start button in the taskbar.  
Highlight All Programs  
Click Accessories  
Select System Tools  
Click Disk Defragmenter  
When Disk Defragmenter opens, select a drive/volume and click  
Analyze. The system will quickly examine the volume and determine  
wether it needs to be defragmented or not.  
For more information about Disk Defragmenter, refer to Windows XP  
help.  
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6 Frequently  
asked questions  
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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 technical support  
center (www.acersupport.com) for  
assistance.  
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The following questions are possible situations that may arise during  
the use of your computer and each is followed by easy answers and  
solutions to the situation.  
Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up.  
A: Check the LED located beside the power switch.  
If the LED is not lit, no power is being applied to the system. Do any of  
the following:  
Check if the voltage selector switch located on the rear panel of  
the computer is set to the correct voltage.  
Check if you plugged the power cable properly into an electrical  
outlet.  
If you are using a power strip or AVR, make sure that it is plugged  
in and turned on.  
If the LED is lit, check the following:  
Is a nonbootable (nonsystem) diskette in the floppy drive? If yes,  
remove or replace it with a system diskette and press Ctrl + Alt +  
Del to restart your computer.  
The operating system files may be damaged or missing. Insert the  
startup disk you created during Windows setup into the floppy  
drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your computer. This will  
automatically diagnose your system and make necessary fixes.  
However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you  
may have to perform the recovery process to restore your system  
to its original default factory settings.  
Note: For more information about recovering your system, refer  
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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, 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.  
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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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 22.  
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 22.  
Make sure that you are using the correct type of disc or diskette.  
Refer to the Optical drive section on page 22.  
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Notices  
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Appendix A: Notices  
Energy Star Guidelines Compliance  
As an Engery Partner, Acer Inc., has determined that this product meets the Energy Star  
guidelines for energy efficiency.  
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.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the device and receiver.  
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.  
Notice: Shielded cables  
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to  
maintain compliance with FCC regulations.  
Notice: Peripheral devices  
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with  
the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified  
peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.  
FCC Caution  
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void  
the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to  
operate this computer.  
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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.  
Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du Règlement sur  
le materiel brouilleur du Canada.  
Declaration of Conformity for EU countries  
Hereby, Acer, declares that this personal computer is in compliance with the  
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.  
Modem notices  
Notice for USA  
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the bottom side of  
the modem is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration  
Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. Upon request, you  
must provide this information to your telephone company.  
If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone  
company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in  
advance. But, if advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible.  
You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.  
Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or  
procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you  
will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted  
telephone service.  
If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the  
phone line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the  
equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor.  
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA  
Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.  
TBR 21  
This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - "TBR 21"] for pan-  
European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).  
However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different  
countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful  
operation on every PSTN termination point. In the event of problems, you should  
contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.  
Notice for Australia  
For safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications  
compliance label. This includes customer equipment previously labelled  
permitted or certified.  
Important safety instructions  
Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.  
6
7
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.  
8
9
Do not use this product near water.  
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may  
fall, causing serious damage to the product.  
10 Slots and openings are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the  
product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked  
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a  
bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near  
or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper  
ventilation is provided.  
11 This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking  
label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or  
local power company.  
12 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product  
where persons will walk on the cord.  
13 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 exceed the  
extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products  
plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.  
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14 Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may  
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or  
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.  
15 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers  
may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to  
qualified service personnel.  
16 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel under the following conditions:  
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d
e
f
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  
restore the product to normal condition.  
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If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged.  
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need  
for service.  
17 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories  
box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-  
2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is  
15 feet (4.6 meters).  
18 Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before serving or  
disassembling this equipment.  
19 Avoid using a telephone line (other than cordless type) during an electrical storm.  
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.  
Macrovision copyright protection notice  
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is  
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other  
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and  
other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must  
be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home  
and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by  
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is  
prohibited.  
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098, and  
4,907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses only.  
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Lithium battery statement  
CAUTION  
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with  
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.  
Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at all  
possible.  
ADVARSEL!  
Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning  
må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Léver det brugte  
batteri tilbage til leverandøren.  
ADVARSEL  
Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme  
batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten.  
Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner.  
VARNING  
Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Anvãnd samma batterityp  
eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren.  
Kassera anvãnt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.  
VAROITUS  
Päristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo  
ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty  
paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.  
VORSICHT!  
Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz  
nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem  
ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des  
Herstellers.  
Laser compliance statement  
The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD  
or DVD 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.  
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APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT  
LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS  
D’OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS.  
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1  
VORSICHT: UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET  
NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN  
PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE I  
ADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE  
EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS.  
ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN.  
VARO! LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSÅTEILYLLE.  
VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNAD ÅLÅ TUIJOTA  
SÅTEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN  
VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I  
STRÅLEN  
ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN  
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Declaration of Conformity for CE marking  
Name of Manufacturer:  
Acer Inc.  
Address of Manufacturer:  
8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd.,  
Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221,  
Taiwan, R. O. C.  
Declares that product:  
Model:  
Personal Computer  
Veriton 3600GT/3600V  
Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity with the  
following harmonized standards:  
EN55022:1994 /A2: 1997: Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio  
Interference characteristics of Information Technology Equipment  
EN55024: 1998/A1:2001: Information technology equipment--Immunity  
characteristics --Limits and methods of measurement  
Including:  
EN61000-4-2: 1995/A1: 1998/A2: 2001  
EN61000-4-3: 1996/A1: 1998  
EN61000-4-4: 1995/A2: 2001  
EN61000-4-5: 1995/A1: 2001  
EN61000-4-6: 1996/A1: 2001  
EN61000-4-8: 1993/A1: 2001  
EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001  
EN61000-3-2: 2000: Limits for harmonics current emissions  
EN61000-3-3: 1995/A1: 2001: Limits for voltage fluctuations and flicker in low-  
voltage supply systems  
Conforms to the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC as attested by conformity with  
the following harmonized standard:  
EN60950: 2000: Safety of Information Technology Equipment Including  
electrical business equipment. This equipment has been approved to Council  
Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan- European single terminal connection to the  
Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).  
We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and  
model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules  
under the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the  
necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units  
of the same equipment will continue to comply with the requirements.  
2003/11/19  
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Easy Lai  
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Date  
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Federal Communications Comission  
Declaration of Conformity  
This device 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.  
The following local Manufacturer /Importer is responsible for this declaration:  
Product Name:  
Personal Computer  
Model:  
Veriton 3600GT/3600V  
Acer America Corporation  
Name of Responsible Party:  
Address of Responsible Party:  
2641 Orchard Parkeay, San Jose  
CA 95134, U. S. A.  
Contact Person:  
Phone No.:  
Fax No.:  
David Lee  
408-922-5097  
408-922-5017  
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Appendix A: Notices  
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Appendix B:  
Taking care  
of your  
computer  
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Appendix B: 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.  
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o
Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C (32 F), or  
o
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above 40 C (104 F).  
Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.  
Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.  
Do not spill water on the computer.  
Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.  
Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.  
Never place the system on uneven surfaces.  
Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.  
Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal  
traffic.  
When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself  
but pull on the plug.  
The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in should not  
exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension  
cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a  
single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.  
Check the documentation that came with your software programs  
to see if you can select other combinations of resolution and  
colour. These adjustments could make viewing the screen more  
comfortable.  
Cleaning and servicing  
To clean your computer and keyboard  
1
Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord.  
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2
Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior  
of the computer and the keyboard. Do not use liquid or aerosol  
cleaners.  
To clean your pointing device  
To clean a regular mouse (with rubber ball)  
1
2
3
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 an optical mouse  
For users of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came  
with your mouse for maintenance instructions.  
To clean your monitor  
Make sure that you keep your screen clean. For cleaning instructions,  
refer to the documentation that came with your monitor.  
When to contact a service technician  
If you dropped and damaged the computer  
If liquid has been spilled into the computer  
If the computer is not operating normally  
If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and  
done the troubleshooting tips discussed in the “Frequently-asked  
questions” section on page 85.  
If your problem is not listed in the “Frequently-asked questions”  
If you want to replace or upgrade any of your computer’s internal  
components  
Asking for technical assistance  
For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. You  
may also access the Web site (www.acersupport.com) for information  
on how and where to contact the service centers available in your area.  
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internal components 53  
internet/suspend key  
email 15  
Index  
suspend 15  
web browser 15  
A
accessing the user’s guide  
applications 67  
K
keyboard 14  
application key 20  
B
BIOS utility 75  
L
C
lock keys  
computer maintenance 102  
cleaning 102  
caps lock 18  
num lock 18  
scroll lock 18  
servicing 102  
connecting options  
multimedia devices 43  
audio line-in device 45  
earphones/headphones 44  
external speakers 43  
joystick 43  
M
mainboard  
Veriton 3300 54  
multimedia key  
forward 16  
play/pause 16  
stop 16  
microphone 43  
network 40, 42  
printer 40  
USB devices 46  
N
notice  
D
DVD copyright protection 95  
NTI 72  
disk drives  
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive  
inserting CDs/DVDs 22  
taking care CDs/DVDs 23  
hard disk 24  
P
PowerDVD 74  
R
F
rear panel 12  
features  
recovering your system 77  
remove computer cover 51  
connectivity  
multimedia  
performance  
S
safety  
frequently asked questions 87  
blank screen 88  
CD-ROM 96  
no audio 88  
no sound 88  
FCC notice 92  
general instructions 94  
modem notices 93  
setting up computer 27, 32  
area 27  
printer not working 88  
system did not boot up 87  
Frequently-asked questions  
system cannot read disk 89  
system cannot write to disk 89  
front panel 10  
chair 27  
connecting peripherals  
external monitor 36  
power cable 37  
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USB keyboard 34  
USB mouse 32  
keyboard 30  
suspend mode 39  
turning on computer 38  
power button 38  
monitor 30  
mouse 31  
software 67  
Norton AntiVirus 70  
system boards 54  
audio board 57  
U
upgrade  
add memory 58  
install DDR DIMM 59  
reconfigure computer 60  
remove DDR DIMM 58  
mainboard 54  
system utilities  
computer 54, 58  
installation precautions 49  
ESD 49  
post-installation 50  
preinstallation 49  
open computer 51  
remove computer cover 51  
replace top cover 52  
replace components 54  
memory 58  
Acrobat Reader 68  
Norton AntiVirus 70  
NTI CD-Maker 72  
PowerDVD 74  
reinstalling programs 76  
T
turning off computer 39  
software shutdown 39  
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