User manual ACER ASPIRE M7300

[. . . ] Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer. All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronically, mechanically, by photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Veriton 5800/6800/7800 Series Desktop Computer Model number: __________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________ Purchase date: ___________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________ Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. [. . . ] You may install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB or 1 GB DIMMs for a maximum memory capacity of 4 GB. You can install PC2 3200/DDR2 400, or PC2 4300/DDR2 533 modules in the DDR2 DIMM sockets. Contact your dealer for qualified DIMM vendors. Each DDR2 DIMM socket is independent from the other. This independence allows you to install DDR2 DIMMs with different capacities to form different configurations. To remove a DDR2 DIMM Note: The DDR2 DIMM has only one notch located toward the center of the module. Locate the DDR2 DIMM socket on the mainboard. 57 3 Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR2 DIMM socket outward to release the DDR2 DIMM (a). Gently pull the DDR2 DIMM out of the socket (b). To install a DDR2 DIMM 1 2 Locate the DDR2 DIMM socket on the mainboard. Align the DDR2 DIMM with the socket (a). Press the DDR2 DIMM into the socket until the clips lock onto the DDR2 DIMM (b). Note: The DDR2 DIMM sockets are slotted to ensure proper installation. If you insert a DDR2 DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket, turn the DDR2 DIMM around and try to insert it again. 58 5 Upgrading your computer 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 Veriton 5800's hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer's hard disk: 1 2 3 4 5 Remove the computer cover. Make sure that the card is properly seated. Secure the card to your computer with the bracket lock you removed earlier. See "To replace the side panel" on page 53. When you turn on the computer, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly installed devices. 62 5 Upgrading your computer 6 System utilities This chapter describes applications that are preinstalled on your computer. 65 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: · · · · · · Adobe Reader Norton AntiVirus NTI CD-Maker PowerDVD BIOS utility Acer Empowering Technology 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 or information, you may refer to the online help documentation provided in each software application. Adobe Reader Adobe Reader is 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 · or 1 2 3 you can: Simply double click on any file with an icon like that shown above. On the windows taskbar, click on the Start button, highlight Programs, and select Adobe Reader. 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 Adobe Reader, you may refer to the Adobe Reader Help menu. 66 6 System utilities Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software that finds and repairs infected files, and protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe and secure. How do I check for viruses? 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 5 In the Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer. [. . . ] 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. 03/15/2005 Easy Lai, Director Qualification Center Product Assurance Date EN61000-4-6: 1996/A1: 2001 EN61000-4-8: 1993/A1: 2001 EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001 86 Appendix A: Notices Appendix B: Taking care of your computer 88 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. [. . . ]