User manual ACER ASPIRE 7740

[. . . ] The system can accommodate extra peripheral equipment through these I/O ports. Your system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. Furthermore, the system is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for your computer: · · · Do not place the system too close to other electrical equipment. Do not place the system in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be stepped on. [. . . ] A: Do the following: · · · Make sure the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on. Make sure the printer cable is connected securely to the system's parallel port and the corresponding port on the printer. For additional information concerning the printer, refer to the printer's documentation. Q: No sound comes out of the speakers. 8 Troubleshooting English 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 the mute function. 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. · Q: System cannot read floppy disk, hard disk, CD or DVD information. A: Check the following: · · Make sure you are using the correct type of media. Check if the floppy disk is formatted correctly. If not, format it again. Caution: If you reformat a floppy disk, you will lose all data on it. Make sure the floppy disk, CD or DVD is inserted correctly (rightside up) into the proper drive (floppy disk goes into floppy drive, DVD goes into DVD drive). · · Check to be sure the CD or DVD is clean and unscratched. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. 10 Taking care of your computer English To clean your pointing device To clean your mouse (with roller ball) 1 2 3 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse. Take out the roller ball and wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. Put the ball back and replace the cover. To clean your 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 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 drop and damage the computer. If liquid has been spilled into the computer. If the computer is not operating normally. Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. 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 onto or into the product. covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 6 7 8 9 10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing 11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a b c d When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. [. . . ] Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. 15 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (content shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE. [. . . ]