User manual ACER ASPIRE X3900

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[. . . ] Cleaning kits can be purchased in any computer or electronics shop. · · · 21 Hard disk Your computer is preinstalled with a high-capacity Enhanced-IDE (EIDE) hard disk. If you want to replace your hard disk or upgrade it, contact your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance. 22 2 System tour 3 Setting up your computer This chapter contains step-by-step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals. 25 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. 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. Your torso works harder to maintain balance if you do not rest your body on the chair back. · · Positioning your Veriton PC You may position your computer in two ways: · · Tower-like/vertical position Regular desktop position To position your PC in the tower-like or vertical position: 1. Check the foot stands that came with your computer. Press the notch on both sides of the foot stands. 26 3 Setting up your computer b. Before you proceed, check the voltage range in your area. Make sure that it matches your computer's voltage setting (refer to page 12 for the location of the voltage selector switch 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. 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. 33 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. Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. On the rear panel of your computer, set the voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your area. 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. 34 3 Setting up your computer Turning off your computer To turn off your computer, click on the Start button, highlight Shut Down, select Shut down; then click on OK. You can then 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. 35 Connecting options Printer To connect a printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel port (burgundy port) located on the rear panel of your computer. 36 3 Setting up your computer Serial Mouse To connect a serial mouse, plug the serial mouse cable into the serial port (teal or turquoise port) located on the rear panel of your computer. 37 LCD Monitor To connect an LCD monitor, plug the LCD monitor's VGA cable into the VGA port (blue port) located on the rear panel of your computer. Note: Refer to the LCD monitor manual for additonal instructions and information. 38 3 Setting up your computer Network You can connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]