User manual ACER VERITON M498G

[. . . ] Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the ACER logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, DellNet, and PowerConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc. ; Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, and Outlook are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own. Model DCNE June 2006 P/N NF132 Rev. [. . . ] · Line-out connector -- Use the green line-out connector to attach headphones and most speakers with integrated amplifiers. · Microphone connector -- Use the pink microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input. Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards. It is recommended that you use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras, or for bootable USB devices. 3 USB 2. 0 connectors (4) Removing and Installing Parts 57 4 network adapter connector To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of a network cable to either a network port or your network or broadband device. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on your computer. A click indicates that the network cable is securely attached. NOTE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the network connector. On computers with a network connector card, use the connector on the card. It is recommended that you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for your network. If you must use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to ensure reliable operation. 5 6 VGA video connector card slots Plug the VGA cable from your monitor into the VGA connector on the computer. Access connectors for installed PCI cards (two slots) and a x1 PCI Express card. NOTE: Although your computer has 4 card slot openings, it supports a maximum of 3 cards; the bottom slot cannot be used. Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 53. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 1 2 3 1 memory connector closer to processor 2 securing clips (2) 3 connector 64 Removing and Installing Parts 3 Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 3 2 1 4 1 2 cutouts (2) memory module 3 4 notch crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the module. 4 Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into position. If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module. 5 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 84. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device, and then plug it into the computer. 6 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on 7 When a message appears stating that memory size has changed, press <F1> to continue. 9 Right-click the My Computer icon and click Properties. 11 To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed. Removing and Installing Parts 65 Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. [. . . ] The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number of colors that a program can display. U U P S -- uninterruptible power supply -- A backup power source used when the electrical power fails or drops to an unacceptable voltage level. A UPS keeps a computer running for a limited amount of time when there is no electrical power. UPS systems typically provide surge VIDEO MODE -- A mode that describes how text and graphics are displayed on a monitor. Graphics-based software, such as Windows operating systems, displays in video modes that can be defined as x horizontal pixels by y vertical pixels by z colors. [. . . ]