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- Page 1 AcerPower F3 User’s Guide...
- Page 2 Model Number :__________________________________ Serial Number:___________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of Purchase: ________________________________ Acer and the Acer Logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other company's product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Acer eRecovery Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re-install bundled software without CD Change password Acer disc-to-disc recovery Restore without a Recovery CD Multilingual operating system installation Setting up your computer Before commencing setup Selecting location... - Page 4 To clean your monitor When to contact a service technician Asking for technical assistance Energy Star Guidelines Compliance Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem notices TBR 21 Important safety instructions Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statement Declaration of conformity for CE marking Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Remark: All the drawings in the Guide are diagrams.
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Page 5: System Tour
System Tour Your computer’s front panel consists of the following: Front panel Description Optical drive (optional) Card reader (optional) Microphone jack USB ports Description Floppy drive (optional) Power button Speaker or headphone jack Indicator... - Page 6 Description Optical drive (optional) Indicator Speaker or headphone jack USB ports Note: The specifications above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. Description Floppy drive (optional) Power button Microphone jack...
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Page 7: Rear Panel
Rear Panel Description Power cord socket Fan aperture PS/2 mouse connector Printer connector USB 2.0 ports Microphone jack Line-in jack Description Voltage selector switch PS/2 keyboard connector Serial port Monitor connector RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-out jack Extension card slots... -
Page 8: System Features
System Features Your computer features: Performance • Intel® Pentium® 4 Socket LGA775 CPU • System Memory DDRII 400/533 DIMM, 4 DDR DIMM Slots, expandable to 4GB • Power management functions • 3.5 inch floppy drive / card reader (optional) • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW (52X/24X), DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD writer (optional) •... -
Page 9: System Peripherals
System peripherals The AcerPower F3 computer consists of the system itself, and system peripherals, like a mouse, a keyboard and a set of speakers (optional). This section provides a brief description of the basic system peripherals. Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse. -
Page 10: Speakers
Note: speakers are optional and the appearance might be different depending on the actual product. System upgrade You can expand your AcerPower F3 system quickly and easily by adding components. You can also upgrade the components of your AcerPower F3 system. -
Page 11: Setting Up New Components
Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with AcerPower F3 computers. Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Acer dealer whether the part is compatible with your AcerPower F3 system. In order to ensure proper setup and installation, please consult the instructions provided with your new components. -
Page 12: Acer Erecovery
Acer eRecovery Acer eRecovery is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. Users can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard drive, CD, or DVD. Acer eRecovery consists of the following functions: Create backup... -
Page 13: Restore From Backup
Boot to Windows XP. Press <Alt>+<F10> to open the Acer eRecovery utility. Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros. In the Acer eRecovery window, select Recovery actions and click Next. Select the desired restore action and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the restore process. -
Page 14: Change Password
Next. Select the desired driver/application and follow the instructions on screen to re-install. At first launch, Acer eRecovery prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window. Change password Acer eRecovery and Acer disc-to-disc recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. -
Page 15: Acer Disc-To-Disc Recovery
It is important to back up all data files before you use this option. Restart the system. While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt>+<F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process. The message "The system has password protection. Please enter 000000:"... -
Page 17: Setting Up Your Computer
Interface Express (PCI Express). This improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software applications. Your AcerPower F3 has standard I/O (Input/Output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports and stereo line-out jacks (one at the front and one on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in jack. -
Page 18: Connecting The Peripherals
• AcerPower F3 Series • PS/2 or USB keyboard (manufacturing option) • PS/2 or USB mouse (manufacturing option) • Speakers ( for selected models only) • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third party software. Connecting the peripherals Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all peripherals to the system. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The following questions are possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer and each is followed by simple answers and solutions to the situation. Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. A: Check the LED located above the power switch. - Page 20 Q: No sound comes out from the speakers. A: Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Look for the Volume icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute option. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function.
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Page 21: Taking Care Of Your Computer
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. -
Page 22: To Clean Your Pointing Device
If the computer is not operating normally. Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. You may also access the acer web site (www.acersupport.com) for information on how and where to contact the service centers available in your area. -
Page 23: Energy Star Guidelines Compliance
Energy Star Guidelines Compliance As an Energy Partner, Acer Inc., has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this personal computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. - Page 24 Do not use this product near water. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. Slots and openings are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered.
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Page 25: Lithium Battery Statement
Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment. -
Page 26: Laser Compliance Statement
Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive’s classification label (content shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. -
Page 27: Declaration Of Conformity For Ce Marking
AS/NZS 61000.4.8: 2002 EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.11: 1999 Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Personal computer AcerPower F3 Description Electrostatic Discharge Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Pass Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Surge Conductive Disturbance... - Page 28 (CTR21) for pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards...
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Page 29: Federal Communications Comission Declaration Of Conformity
The following local Manufacturer /Importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Model: Name of responsible party: Address of responsible party: Contact person: Phone no.: Fax no.: Personal computer AcerPower F3 Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway, San Jose, CA 95134, U.S.A. Mr. Young Kim 408-922-2909 408-922-2606...