User manual ACER VERITON M68WS

[. . . ] 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, PowerConnect, PowerVault, PowerApp, XPS, Dell TravelLite, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc. ; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. AMD, AMD Athlon, and combinations thereof, and Cool 'n' Quiet are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc; EMC is a registered trademark of EMC 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. [. . . ] NOTICE: Do not install ECC or buffered memory modules. Only unbuffered, non-ECC memory is supported. The recommended memory configurations are: · · A memory module installed in connector DIMM1 A pair of matched memory modules installed in connectors DIMM1 and DIMM2 64 Removing and Installing Parts · · A pair of matched memory modules installed in connectors DIMM1 and DIMM2 and another matched pair installed in connectors DIMM3 and DIMM4 If you install mixed pairs of DDR2 533-MHz (PC2-4300) and DDR2 667-MHz (PC2-5400) memory, the modules function at the slower installed speed. Be sure to populate the memory modules in order starting with DIMM1, the connector closest to the edge of the system board, before you install modules in the other connectors. 2 1 1 Channel A: matched pair of memory modules in connectors DIMM_1 and DIMM_2 (white securing clips) 2 Channel B: matched pair of memory modules in connectors DIMM_3 and DIMM_4 (black securing clips) NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer warranty. NOTICE: If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. Removing and Installing Parts 65 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. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 1 2 3 1 memory connector closer to edge of board 2 securing clips (2) 3 connector 66 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 4 cutouts (2) crossbar 2 memory module 3 notch 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 90). CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards. 6 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot. 70 Removing and Installing Parts 6 5 1 2 4 3 1 4 bracket within slot alignment guide 2 5 bracket caught outside of slot 3 fully seated card 6 alignment bar not fully seated card 7 Before you close the card retention door, ensure that: · · The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide. Removing and Installing Parts 71 5 4 1 2 3 1 4 release tab alignment guide 2 5 card retention door alignment bar 3 filler bracket 8 Close the card retention door by snapping it into place. NOTICE: Do not route card cables over the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment. 9 Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device, and then plug it into the computer. 10 Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 11 If you installed a sound card: a b Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio from the Onboard Devices group, and change the setting to Off (see "System Setup Options" on page 98). [. . . ] UPS systems typically provide surge suppression and may also provide voltage regulation. Small UPS systems provide battery power for a few minutes to enable you to shut down your computer. USB -- universal serial bus -- A hardware interface for a low-speed device such as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of speakers, printer, broadband devices (DSL and cable modems), imaging devices, or storage devices. Devices are plugged directly in to a 4-pin socket on your computer or in to a multi-port hub that plugs in to your computer. [. . . ]