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Table of Contents Welcome v Before You Start vi Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Year 2000 compliance statement Setting Up The System Placement Tips System Overview Computer Front View Computer Rear View System Components System Components The Mouse The Keyboard The Speaker set The Monitor Modem Card (Optional) Upgrading Your System Opening The Case Installing New Components Questions & Troubleshooting vi viii ix ix x x 1 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 6 6 7 7 7
v Welcome Congratulations on purchasing your new Aspire computer! You now have the convenience and flexibility of a full-featured multimedia PC, offering increased productivity combined with first class digital entertainment. Incorporating the latest Microsoft® Windows® operating system, your Aspire offers a host of functions designed to improve your computing experience.
vi Before You Start To ensure that you can use your computer safely and correctly, please read this user guide carefully before you start. For future reference, keep this user guide handy at all times. Important safety instructions 1. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 2. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 3. Do not use this product near water. 4.
vii 11. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b. If liquid has been spilled into the product c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
viii Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive in this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive’s classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS.
ix Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Léver det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri.
x Setting Up The System It only takes a few minutes to set up your new Aspire system. Start by preparing your workspace. Make sure that the surface is stable, level and clean. Open the box carefully, ensuring that you do not damage the box or any of the other packing materials. The box will be required if you ever have to store or ship your computer. Unpack the box and set out the contents on your work surface.
1 System Overview Take a few moments to study your new Aspire computer system. Learn the locations of the buttons, ports and other hardware features. Computer Front View No.
2 Computer Rear View No.
3 System Components Monitor Keyboard Mouse Speaker set
4 System Components Your Aspire computer system is made up of several components. These include the computer itself, the monitor, keyboard, mouse and speaker set. This section provides a brief description of the main component features. The Mouse The pointing device included in your Aspire computer system is an optical mouse. Unlike a traditional mouse that requires the use of a mouse pad for its ball system to work effectively, an optical mouse can be used on almost any surface.
5 The Keyboard Your Aspire computer system features a multimedia keyboard, providing one-touch control for the most important multimedia functions, as well as instant access to your favorite websites. Your keyboard features a standard set of keys, including 12 function keys, four cursor direction keys and a numeric keypad. The multimedia keys provide the following functions: No.
6 The Speaker set Your Aspire computer system comes with a speaker set designed to maximize your enjoyment of audio CDs and exciting new multimedia. Plug your speaker set into the speaker-out port at the back of your computer. For more information on using your speaker set, refer to the included manual. The Monitor Your Aspire computer system includes a monitor designed to provide high quality visual images. The size and type of monitor included in your system depends on the system model you purchased.
7 Upgrading Your System You can quickly and easily expand your Aspire computer system by adding additional components. Alternatively, you can upgrade existing components to provide enhanced performance. Opening The Case Before you open the case, turn your computer off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Remove the retaining screws to release the cover panel. Slide the cover panel off. Installing New Components Make sure you only use components that are compatible with your Aspire computer.
8 Questions & Troubleshooting This section attempts to answer some frequently asked questions regarding your Aspire computer system, as well as offering tips for troubleshooting problems. Refer to the online help file for additional information about your Aspire computer system. Q: My monitor displays a blank screen, my corded mouse/keyboard does not function, or my speakers do not emit sound.
9 Q: My system freezes. How can I restore normal operation? A: Sometimes Windows experiences problems that cause the operating system to "hang". Usually these problems arise from conflicts with the application software you are running. Press the Alt-Ctrl-Del keys simultaneously for on-screen instructions. If Windows is unable to resolve the problem, you should press Alt-Ctrl-Del again to reboot.
