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Veriton 3300
User’s guide
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page ii Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM Copyright © 2001 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved. Veriton 3300 User’s guide Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to th
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page iii Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM iii Notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfere
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page iv Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM iv Use conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Remarque
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page v Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM v 8. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. 9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out p
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page vi Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM vi 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. LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT: UNS
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page vii Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM vii ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Anvãnd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera anvãnt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. VAROITUS Päristo voi räjäh
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page ix Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM Notices iii 1 First things first 1 Package contents 3 Taking care of your computer 4 Important tips 4 Cleaning and servicing 4 Asking for technical assistance 5 Accessing the online guide 6 2 System tour 7 Features 9 Performance 9 Multimedia 9 Connectivity 9 Front panel 10 Rear panel 12 Keyboard 14 Mouse 17 Disk drives 18 Floppy drive 18 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive 19 Hard disk 21 3 Setting up your computer 23 Arranging a comfortable work
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page x Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM x LCD Monitor 37 Network 38 Modem (optional) 39 Multimedia devices 40 USB devices 44 4 Upgrading your computer 47 Installation precautions 49 ESD precautions 49 Preinstallation instructions 49 Post-installation instructions 50 Opening your computer 51 To remove the top cover 51 To replace the top cover 52 Internal components 53 Replacing the hard disk 54 Installing an expansion card 60 System boards 62 Mainboard layout 62 Audio board 65 In
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page 2 Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM This chapter describes the contents of your computer package and also provides important tips on how to take care of your computer.
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page 3 Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM 3 Package contents Before you unpack your computer, make sure that you have enough space to set up your computer. Carefully unpack the carton and remove the contents. If any of the following items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: Veriton 3300 Items contained in the accessory box Foot stands USB mouse Power cable USB speakers (available in select countries) USB keyboard User’s guide and install
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page 4 Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM 4 1 First things first 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. Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields. Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. Do not spill wat
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page 5 Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM 5 To clean your mouse 1. Open the circular cover underneath the mouse. 2. Take out the rubber ball and wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. 3. Put the ball back and close the cover. To clean your monitor Make sure that you keep your screen clean. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. When to contact a service technician If you dropped and damaged the computer. If liquid has been spilled into t
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page 6 Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM 6 1 First things first Accessing the online guide You may also refer to the Veriton 3300 online guide for information about your computer. To access the online guide, simply double-click on the Veriton 3300 Online icon on your Windows desktop.
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page 8 Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer.
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page 9 Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM 9 Features Here are just a few of your computer’s many features: Performance Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with Intel NetBurst™ micro- architecture System memory expandable to a maximum of 3 GB Power management function 3.5-inch floppy drive DVD-ROM, CD-ROM or CD-RW drive High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Multimedia 128-bit graphics accelerator installed in the AGP Pro card slot 3-D quality audio system via onboard audio
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ver3300-ug-EN.book Page 10 Monday, July 2, 2001 4:58 PM 10 2 System tour Front panel Your computer’s front panel consists of the following: Label Icon Component 1 Floppy drive light-emitting diode (LED) 2 3.5-inch floppy drive 3 Floppy drive eject button 4 CD/DVD Headphone/Earphone port 5 Volume control tuner 6 CD/DVD LED 7 CD/DVD tray 8 CD/DVD emergency eject slot 9 Stop/Eject button
