User manual ACER ASPIRE 7250G

[. . . ] First printing: April 2005 English 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. [. . . ] 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 SVT, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4. 6 meters). Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive in 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. Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. English Macrovision® statement 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. Year 2000 compliance statement Your computer carries the "Hardware NSTL Tested Year 2000 Compliant" logo, which certifies that this model has been tested by NSTL using the YMark2000 test, and has been found to meet NSTL's standards for Year 2000 hardware compliance. Table of Contents Notices FCC notice Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Macrovision® statement Year 2000 compliance statement ii ii iii iv v v v Welcome Major benefits 1 1 Before You Start Safety instructions Setting up the system Placement tips 2 2 3 3 System Overview Computer rear view Computer front view Installing new components Opening The Case 5 5 7 9 9 Frequently asked questions Taking care of your computer Important tips Cleaning and servicing Asking for technical assistance 11 13 13 13 14 1 Welcome Congratulations on purchasing your new Aspire computer!Use a power strip with surge protection. If your computer causes interference to radio or television reception, try one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the radio or television antenna. Increase the distance between your computer and the radio or television receiver. · · · 3 Connect your computer into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the radio or television is connected. Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for more help. English Setting up the system It only takes a few minutes to set up your new Aspire system. Make sure that the surface is stable, level and clean. Open the box carefully, ensuring that you do not damage the box or any of the other packing materials. The box will be required if you ever have to store or ship your computer. Unpack the box and set out the contents on your work surface. The package contains an Out Of Box Experience (OOBE) poster. Refer to the OOBE poster for a step-by-step guide to setting up your computer system. Placement tips · For maximum viewing comfort, set up your monitor at arm's length from your seat, with the top third of the screen at eye level. Tilt and swivel the display to find the optimum position. [. . . ] 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. Is a non-bootable (non-system) diskette in the floppy drive? [. . . ]