Acer 3600GT, 3600V User Manual

Veriton 3600GT/3600V

User’s guide

Copyright © 2003 Acer Incorporated
All Rights Reserved.

Veriton 3600GT/3600V

User’s guide

Original issue date: November 2003

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1 First things first 1

System specifications 3
Package contents 5
Accessing the user’s guide 6

2 System tour 7

Features 9

Performance 9
Multimedia 9

Connectivity 9
Front panel 10
Rear panel - VT3600G 12
Keyboard 14

Internet/E-mail/Search keys 15

Multimedia keys 16

Volume control/Mute keys 17

Lock keys 18

Cursor keys 19

Windows keys 20

Function keys 21

Palm rest 21
Optical drive 22
Hard disk 24

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Contents

3 Setting up your computer 25

Arranging a comfortable work area 27

Adjusting your chair 27

Positioning your PC 27

Positioning your monitor 30

Positioning your keyboard 30

Positioning your mouse 31
Connecting peripherals 32

Connecting your mouse 32

Connecting your keyboard 34

Connecting a monitor 36

Connecting the power cable 37
Turning on your computer 38
Turning off your computer 39
Connecting options 40

Connecting your printer 40

Connecting the modem (optional) 41

Connecting to the network 42

Connecting multimedia devices 43

Connecting USB devices 46

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 computer cover 51

To replace the computer cover 52
Internal components 53
System boards 54

Mainboard layout 54

Audio board 57
Upgrading your computer 58

Installing additional memory 58

Replacing the hard disk 60

Installing an expansion card 63

5 System utilities 65

Acrobat Reader 68
Acer LANScope (optional) 69
Norton AntiVirus 70
NTI CD-Maker
(for models with CD-RW) 72
PowerDVD (for models with DVD) 74
BIOS utility 75
Reinstalling programs 76
Recovering your system 77
Using Backup (Windows XP only) 82
Disk Defragmenter (Windows XP only) 83

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6 Frequently asked questions 85

Appendix A: Notices 91

Energy Star Guidelines Compliance 92

FCC notice 92

Notice: Canadian users 93

Declaration of Conformity for EU countries 93

Modem notices 93

Important safety instructions 94

Macrovision copyright protection notice 95

Lithium battery statement 96
Laser compliance statement 96
Declaration of Conformity for CE marking 98
Federal Communications Comission
Declaration of Conformity 99

Appendix B: Taking care of your computer 101

Important tips 102
Cleaning and servicing 102
Asking for technical assistance 103

Index 105

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Contentsvi

1 First things

first

This chapter describes the system
specifications and the contents of your
computer package.

System specifications

Component Specification

Processor • Intel® Pentium® 4 2.0~3.6 GHz

• Intel®Celeron® 2.0 - 2.6 GHz

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System memory Four SDRAM slots support a maximum of 4 GB dual-

Chipset • Intel® 865G+ICH5(3600GT)

Graphics Intel® 865G supporting:

Audio AC ’97 Codec

LAN 10/100/1000 Base-T Gigabit Ethernet connectivity

IDE Two 40 pin parallel ATA IDE slots

FDD 1.44 MB 3.5 inch floppy drive

PS/2 • PS/2 keyboard port

USB Eight external USB 2.0 ports

Serial port One serial port on I/O bracket

channel DDR memory

• Intel® 865GV+ICH5(3600V)

• DVMT technology

• Dual Display

Two Serial ATA ports

• PS/2 mouse port

(Optional 2nd serial port connecting via “COM2” on
page 55)

Printer port One parallel printer port

Thermal Dynamic fan speed control

Security • Chassis lock pad

• Chassis intrusion alarm

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Component Specification

Wake system Wake on LAN

Wake on modem
Mouse/keyboard

HDD • Paralle ATA (5400, 7200 RPM)

• Serial ATA (7200 RPM)

Optical Drive CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo or

DVD+/-RW, or DVD-RAM(Supermulti plus) drive

Operating system • Windows® 2000

• Windows® XP Home

• Windows® XP Professional

• Novell®/SCO® Unix/Red Hat® Linux
(driver support)

Dimensions • Small Form Factor

345mm(H) /101.3mm(W) /414.7mm(D)

Weight • Small Form Factor 5.3 kg/11.7lb

Thermal
overrides

• System temp >90
system temp is below 90

• CPU temp >110
temp is below 110

• CPU temp >120

o

C - functions suspended until

o

C

o

C - functions suspended until CPU

o

C

o

C - system auto-shutdown

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 3600 series

• Items contained in the accessory box

• Foot stands

• USB or PS/2 keyboard

• USB or PS/2 mouse

• Power cable

• User’s guide and installation poster

• Other user documentation and third-party software

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1 First things first6

Accessing the user’s guide

This user’s guide is also available on your computer as an Adobe
Acrobat PDF file.

To access the user’s guide (for Windows® XP)

1 On the Windows® XP taskbar, click on the Start button then select

Help and Support Center.

2 On the Help and Support Center home page, double-click the

Veriton 3600 series Online icon.

To access the user’s guide (for Windows® 2000)

1 Double-click on the Veriton 3600 series Online icon on your

Windows® desktop.

2 System tour

This chapter discusses the features and
components of your computer.

Features

Here are just a few of your computer’s many features:

Performance

•Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron® supporting FSB(Front Side Bus) up to
800 /400MHz and HyperThreading Technology™

•Intel

• DDR-SDRAM 400/333/266, 4 DIMM slots, Expandable to 4GB dual-

• Power management function

• CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo, DVD+/-RW, or

• High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

Multimedia

• 3-D quality audio system via onboard audio controller

• Audio-in/Line-in, Audio-out/Line-out, Headphone-out, and

® 865G+ICH5 (for 3600GT) or 865GV+ICH5(for 3600V) chipset

channel memory

DVD-RAM(Supermulti plus) drive

Microphone-in interfaces

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Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear).
However, you can not use both of them at the same time. By
default, your system enables the microphone-in jack in front.

Connectivity

• Two PS/2 interfaces for mouse and keyboard

• One serial port(Option 2nd serial port via “COM2” on page 55)

• One parallel port

• One VGA port

• Eight Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (four on the front and
four on the rear panel)

• High-speed fax/data PCI modem (optional)

• Gigabit Ethernet LAN support with remote wake-up function

Front panel

Your computer’s front panel consists of the following:

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Label Icon Component

1 5.25-inch drive Stop/Eject button

Label Icon Component

2 5.25-inch optical drive bay

3 Floppy drive eject button

4 3.5-inch floppy drive

5 Floppy drive light-emitting diode (LED)

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7 Headphone-out port

8 USB ports

9 OBR(One Button Recovery) slot

10 Hard disk activity LED

11 LAN activity LED

12 Power LED

13 Power button

Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear).
However, you can not use both of them at the same time. By
default, your system enables the microphone-in jack in front and
disables the one at the back.

Microphone-in jack (front)

see note

For information on how to connect the peripherals, see “Connecting
peripherals” on page 32 and “Connecting options” on page 40.

Rear panel

Your computer’s rear panel consists of the following:

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Label Icon Color Component

1 Power supply

2 Green PS/2 mouse port

3 Purple PS/2 keyboard port

4/9 Black USB ports

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5 Teal or

Tur quo ise

6 Burgundy Parallel/Printer port

7 Blue Monitor port (On-die VGA)

8 White Network port

10 Pink Microphone-in jack (rear)

11 Lime Audio-out/Line-out jack

12 Light blue Audio-in/Line-in jack

13 Expansion slots

14 Chassis lock pad

15 Voltage selector switch

16 Power cord socket

Serial port

For information on how to connect the peripherals, see “Connecting
peripherals” on page 32 and “Connecting options” on page 40.

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Keyboard

The keyboard that came with your computer has full-sized keys that
include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, four multimedia keys
and twelve function keys.

For information on how to connect your USB keyboard, please see
“Connecting peripherals” on page 32.

No. Description No. Description

1 Sleep button 2 Internet/E-mail/Search keys

3 Multimedia keys 4 Volume control/Mute keys

5 Scroll lock key 6 Num lock key

7 Cursor keys 8 Application key

9 Windows logo key 10 Caps lock key

11 Function keys

Internet/E-mail/Search keys

Icon Key Description

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Web
browser

Email Launches your email application.

Search Opens a search window.

Launches your current default browser.

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Multimedia keys

Allow you to conveniently play, pause, stop, step forward, or step back
a song or movie using your keyboard.

Icon Key Description

Backward Press to skip backward to the previous

track or video file and start playing.

Play/Pause Press to start playing the audio track or

video file. Press again to pause.

Stop Press to stop playing the audio track or

Forward Press to skip forward to the next track or

video file.

video file and start playing.

Volume control/Mute keys

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Icon Key Description

Volume up Press to increase audio volume.

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Volume
down

Mute Toggle sound on/off.

Press to decrease audio volume.

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Lock keys

The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off to
switch between two functions.

Lock key Description

Scroll Lock When activated, the screen moves one line up

or down when you press the up arrow or down
arrow respectively. Take note that Scroll Lock
may not work with some applications.

Num Lock When activated, the keypad is set to numeric

Caps Lock When activated, all alphabetic characters typed

mode; i.e., the keys function as a calculator
(complete with arithmetic operators such as +, -,
* and /).

appear in uppercase (same function as pressing
Shift + <letter>).

Cursor keys

The cursor keys, also called the arrow keys, let you move the cursor
around the screen. They serve the same function as the arrow keys on
the numeric keypad when the Num Lock is toggled off.

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Windows keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

Key Description

Windows logo key Start button. Combinations with this key

perform special functions, such as:

• Windows + Tab: Activate the next
Taskbar button

• Windows + E: Explore My Computer

• Windows + F: Find Document

• Windows + M: Minimize All

• Shift + Windows + M: Undo Minimize All

• Windows + R: Display the Run dialog box

Application key Opens the applications context menu (same

function as clicking the right button of the
mouse).

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Function keys

The function keys, F1 - F12, let you perform specific functions,
depending on the application that uses them.

Palm rest

The detachable palm rest provides you a comfortable place to rest your
hands while typing.

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Optical drive

Your computer may come with a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or a combo DVD/
CD-RW, DVD+/-RW, or DVD-RAM(Supermulti plus) drive. This drive is
located on the front panel of your computer. The CD-ROM drive allows
you to play different types of compact discs (CDs). The DVD-ROM drive
allows you to play not only old CD-ROMs, CD-I discs, and video CDs, but
digital video discs (DVDs) as well. DVD or DVD-ROM is a type of disc
media that holds a minimum of 4.7-GB (gigabytes), enough for a full­length movie. The CD-RW drive allows you to record or burn CD-RW
(recordable and rewritable) discs.

CDs and DVDs, like diskettes, are also compact, lightweight, and easy
to carry around. However, they are more delicate than diskettes and
must be handled with extra care.

To insert a CD or DVD into your computer’s CD-ROM or DVD drive:
1 Gently push the Eject button located on the front panel.

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2 When the disc tray slides open, place the CD or DVD gently on the

tray. Make sure that the label or title side of the disc is facing
upward. When holding a disc, hold it by the edges to avoid leaving
smudges or fingerprints.

3 Push the Eject button again to close the tray.

To take care of your CDs and DVDs:

• Keep your discs in a disk case when not in use to avoid scratches or
other damage. Any kind of dirt or damage can affect the data on
the disc, impair the disc lens reader on the CD or DVD drive, or
stop the computer from successfully reading the disc.

• When handling discs, always hold them by the edges to avoid
smudges or fingerprints.

• When cleaning discs, use a clean, dust-free cloth and wipe in a
straight line from the center to the edge. Do not wipe in a circular
motion.

• Clean your CD or DVD drive periodically. You may refer to the
Cleaning kit for instructions. Cleaning kits can be purchased in any
computer or electronics shop.

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Hard disk

Your computer is preinstalled with a high-capacity Enhanced-IDE
(E-IDE) hard disk.

Refer to “Replacing the hard disk” on page 60 for instructions on how
to upgrade or replace your hard disk.

3 Setting up

your computer

This chapter contains step-by-step instructions
on how to set up your computer and connect
additional peripherals.

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Arranging a comfortable work area

Working safely begins with the arrangement of your work space and
the proper use of equipment. For this reason, it is very important to
take time and think about how you are going to arrange your work
area.

Here are some points to consider:

Adjusting your chair

Having the right kind of chair does not necessarily mean that you’ll be
properly supported. It is necessary to adjust your chair to fit your body.
Proper body posture will make you more comfortable and productive.

• Avoid tilting your chair. If you have a chair that tilts, lock the tilt
knobs so that your chair will not tilt forward or backward while
you are using your computer.

• Adjust your chair height in such a way that you can sit on it with
your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet resting flat on the
floor.

• Rest your body on the chair back. Your torso works harder to
maintain balance if you do not rest your body on the chair back.

Positioning your PC

You may position your computer in two ways:

•Tower-like/vertical position

• Regular desktop position

To position your PC in a tower or vertical position:

1 Install the foot stands.

Press the notch on both sides of the foot stands (a).

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2 Turn out the foot stands to the slots on the housing frame (b) as

shown in the figure below:

To position your PC in a desktop or horizontal
position:

1 Attach the foot stands as shown in the figure that follows.

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2 Place your computer in the desired location.

Take note of the following when selecting a location for your
computer:

• Do not put your computer near any equipment that might cause
electromagnetic or radio frequency interference such as radio
transmitters, televisions, copy machines, or heating and air­conditioning equipment.

• Avoid dusty areas and extremes of temperature and humidity.

• You may place your computer beside your desk or under your
table, as long as it does not block the space that you need for
working and moving.

Positioning your monitor

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Place your monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 50 to 60
centimeters away. Adjust the display in such a way that the top of the
screen is at or slightly below eye level.

Positioning your keyboard

The location of the keyboard is a very important factor to your
posture. Placing it too far away will make your body lean forward
forcing you to sit in an unnatural position. Placing it too high will add
tension to your shoulder muscles.

• The keyboard should be placed just above your lap. Adjust the
keyboard height by flipping the folding stands located under the
keyboard.

• Keep your lower arms parallel to the floor as you type. Your upper
arms and shoulders should be relaxed. Then try typing with a light
touch. If you feel any shoulder or neck strain, stop for a while and
check your posture.

• Position your keyboard in front of your monitor. Putting your

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keyboard beside your monitor will make you turn your head while
you type which could add tension to your neck muscles that may
later result in neck strain.

Positioning your mouse

• The mouse should be placed on the same surface as your keyboard
so that you can reach it with ease.

• Adjust its position to allow enough space for movement without
making you stretch or lean over.

• Use your arm to move the mouse. Do not rest your wrist on the
table when moving the mouse.

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Connecting peripherals

Setting up your computer is easy. For the most part, you only have four
things to connect: the mouse, the keyboard, the monitor, and the
power cable.

Note: The peripherals shown in the connections below are for
your reference only. Actual device models may vary in select
countries.

Connecting your mouse

USB mouse

Plug your USB mouse cable into any of the USB ports
(black) located on the front and rear panels of your computer.

PS/2 mouse

Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port (green port)
located on the rear panel of your computer.

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Connecting your keyboard

USB keyboard

Plug your USB keyboard cable into any of the USB ports
(black port) located on the front and rear panel of your computer.

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PS/2 keyboard

Plug your PS/2 keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port (purple
port) located on the rear panel of your computer.

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Connecting a monitor

To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor
port (blue port) located on the rear panel of your computer.

Note: Refer to the monitor manual for additonal instructions and
information on adjusting your monitors settings.

Note: The image above shows the Vertion 3600G. Refer to pages
16 and/or 18 for the location of your monitor port(s).

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Connecting the power cable

Caution! Before you proceed, check the voltage range in your
area. Make sure that it matches your computer’s voltage setting. If
they don’t match, set your computer’s voltage selector switch to
the voltage range applicable to your area.

Set the voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your
area. Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the
rear panel of your computer. Then plug the other end of the power
cable into a power outlet.

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Turning on your computer

After connecting the necessary peripherals and plugging in the power
cable, you are now ready to turn the computer on and get to work.

To turn on your computer:
1 Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer such as the

monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc.

2 On the front panel of your computer, press the Power button.

Important: Make sure that the power cable is properly plugged
into an electrical outlet. If you are using a power strip or an AVR
(Auto-Voltage Regulator), make sure that it is plugged in and
turned on.

Turning off your computer

To turn off your computer, follow the steps below.

For Windows® XP:
1 On the Windows® XP taskbar, click on the Start button, and click

Turn Off Computer; then click Turn Off.

2 Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer.

For Windows® 2000:
1 On the Windows® 2000 taskbar, click on the Start button,

highlight Shut Down, select Shut down from the drop down
window then click on OK.

2 Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer.

If you cannot shut down your computer normally, press the power
button for at least four seconds. Quickly pressing the button may put
the computer in Suspend mode only.

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Connecting options

Connecting your printer

Your computer supports parallel, serial and USB printers.

To connect a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel
port (burgundy port) located on the rear panel of your computer.

Note: The printer shown below is for your reference only. Actual
device model may vary in select countries.

Note: If you are using a serial printer, connect the printer cable
into the serial port located on the rear panel of your computer. In
the same manner, connect a USB printer by plugging the printer
cable into any of the USB ports located on the front or rear panels.

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Connecting the modem (optional)

Set up your modem connection by plugging the telephone line
and handset line into their corresponding ports on the rear panel

of your computer.

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Connecting to the network

You can connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a
network cable. To do so, simply plug the network cable into the
network port (white port) on the rear panel of your computer.

Note: Consult your network system administrator or operating
system manual for information on how to configure your network
setup.

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Connecting multimedia devices

You can connect multimedia devices such as microphone, earphone or
headphone, external speakers, and audio line-in device. These devices
will allow you to take advantage of your computer’s multimedia
features.

Note: The multimedia devices shown below are for your reference
only. Actual device models may vary in select countries.

Plug the devices in as follows:

Note: For information on how to configure multimedia devices,
consult the documentation that came with each device.

• microphone: connects to the microphone-in jack (pink port)
located on the front and rear panel of your computer

Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear).
However, you can not use both of them at the same time. By
default, your system enables the microphone-in jack in front and
disables the one at the back.

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• earphones, headphones: connect to the Headphone-out port
(lime port) located on the front panel of your computer

Note: To adjust the volume of the headphones, click on the
Volume icon located on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen.
When the Volume control pops up, drag the Volume control lever
to the desired level. You can also use the Volume control button
on the keyboard.

• external speakers: connect to the Audio-out/Line-out jack
(lime jack) on the rear panel of your computer

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• audio line-in device: connect to the Audio-in/Line-in jack (light
blue jack) located on the rear panel of your computer

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Connecting USB devices

Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus design that is capable of
cascading peripherals such as a digital camera, keyboard, mouse,
joystick, scanner, printer and modem. With USB, complex cable
connections can be eliminated.

Your computer comes with eight USB ports: four on the front and
another four on the rear panel. These ports support USB 2.0 high­performance external devices such as webcams and digital still
cameras. They also allow you to connect additional USB devices to your
computer without using up its system resources.

To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into any of the
USB ports (black port).

Note: Some USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows you
to connect or daisy-chain more USB devices.

4 Upgrading

your computer

This chapter contains instructions on how to
upgrade your computer and basic information
about your system boards that you will find
helpful when performing the upgrade process.

Installation precautions

Before you install any computer component, we recommend that you
read the following sections. These sections contain important ESD
precautions along with preinstallation and post-installation
instructions.

ESD precautions

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk drives,
expansion boards, and other components. Always observe the
following precautions before you install a computer component:

1 Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until

you are ready to install it.

2 Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the

computer before handling components. If a wrist strap is not
available, maintain contact with the computer throughout any
procedure requiring ESD protection.

Preinstallation instructions

Always observe the following before you install any component:
1 Turn off your computer and all the peripherals connected to it

before opening it. Then unplug all cables from the power outlets.

2 Open your computer according to the instructions on page 51.
3 Follow the ESD precautions described above before handling a

computer component.

4 Remove any expansion boards or peripherals that block access to

the DIMM sockets or component connector.

5 See the following sections for specific instructions on the

component you wish to install.

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Warning! Not turning off the computer properly before
you start installing the components may cause serious
damage.

Do not attempt the procedures described in the following
sections unless you are a qualified service technician.

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Post-installation instructions

Observe the following after installing a computer component:
1 See to it that the components are installed according to the step-

by-step instructions in their respective sections.

2 Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed

earlier.
3 Replace the computer cover.
4 Connect the necessary cables and turn on your computer.

Opening your computer

Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off
your computer and all peripherals connected to it. Read the
“Preinstallation instructions” on page 49.

You need to open your computer before you can install additional
components. See the following section for instructions.

To remove the computer cover

1 Turn off your computer and unplug all cables.
2 Place your computer on a flat, steady surface. If your computer is

in the vertical position, remove the foot stands and place your
computer in the regular desktop position.

3 Turn the thumbscrews counterclockwise with your fingers to

release the cover.
Hold the sides of the cover with both hands.
Slide it back about an inch and then gently lift it upward to detach

it.

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To replace the computer cover

1 Align the cover’s hinges to the housing frame; then gently push it

in to slide it back into place.

Secure the cover with thumbscrews.

Internal components

The figure below shows what your computer looks like once you
remove the cover:

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Number Component

1 3.5-inch floppy drive

2 Optical drive

3 Drive frame

4 Power supply

5

6 Expansion slot

Mainboard

Note: The mainboard model shown in the figure above may not
be exactly the same with the one found in your computer.

see note

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System boards

Mainboard layout

The mainboard becomes accessible once you open your computer.
Refer to the section below for the corresponding mainboard layout of
your Veriton 3600 series computer model.

Label Component

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AGP1

AGP slot (VT3600GT only)

see note

AUD1 Line-in (top), line-out (middle), and rear microphone-

in (bottom) ports

ATX1 Power connector

BIOS1 BIOS chipset

BT1 Battery

CD1 CD-in connector

COM2 Serial connector

DLED1 D-Bracket (LANScope) connector

DIMM1

DIMM sockets 1-4
DIMM2
DIMM3
DIMM4

FN1 3-pin CPU fan connector

FN6 CPU ZIF socket

FAN2 3-pin system fan connector

FDD1 FDD connector

IDE1 IDE 1 connector

IDE2 IDE 2 connector

JAUD1 Audio FPIO connector

JBAT1 1-2 Normal

2-3 Clear CMOS

JCI1 Intrusion connector

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Label Component

JFP1 HDD LED, Power LED connector

Power button and Reset switch controller

JKBMS1 PS/2 mouse (upper) and keyboard (lower) ports

JPW1 Power connector (12V power)

JRECOVER One Touch Recovery button connector

LPT1 Parallel/Printer port

PCI1 to PCI3 PCI slots 1 to 3

SATA1
SATA2

SER1 Serial port

U10 Northbridge

U19 Southbridge

USB1 USB ports

USB2 Front USB 2.0 connector

USB3 Front USB 2.0 connector

USB4 USB ports

VGA1 Monitor port

Note: For the location of the AGP slot on the Veriton 3600
mainboard, see page 54.

Serial HDD connectors

Audio board

The audio board that came with your computer should look like the
figure that follows

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JUSB3, JUSB4

USB1~USB4

Label Description

JUSB1

JUSB2

USB1 to USB4 USB ports

JAUD1 Standard audio connector - connects to the JAUD1 of the

JMIC1 Microphone-in jack

JSPK1 Audio-out port

USB Connector - connects to the JUSB2 of the mainboard

USB Connector - connects to the JUSB3 of the mainboard

mainboard

JAUD1

JMIC1 JSPK1

Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear).
However, you can not use both of them at the same time. By
default, your system enables the microphone-in jack in front and
disables the one at the back.

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Upgrading your computer

Certain components of your computer are upgradeable such as the
memory, the hard disk, the CPU and the expansion cards. You need to
observe the “Installation precautions” on page 49 when installing or
removing a computer component. However, for safety purposes, we do
not recommend that you perform these upgrades yourself. If you want
to replace or upgrade any of these components, contact your dealer or
a qualified service technician for assistance.

Note: The mainboard model shown in the following figures may
not be exactly the same with the one found in your computer.

Installing additional memory

The four 184-pin sockets on the mainboard support Double Data Rate
(DDR) Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM)-type
DIMMs. You may install 128-MB, 256-MB, 512-MB or 1-GB DIMMs for a
maximum memory capacity of 4 GB.

The DDR DIMMs should work under 2.5 volts. You can install PC2100/
DDR266, PC2700/DDR333, or PC3200/DDR400 modules in the DDR
DIMM sockets. Contact your dealer for qualified DIMM vendors.

Each DDR DIMM socket is independent from the other. This
independence allows you to install DDR DIMMs with different
capacities to form different configurations.

To remove a DDR DIMM

Note: The DDR DIMM has only one notch located on the center of
the module.

1 Remove the computer cover (see page 51).
2 Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard.

3 Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR DIMM socket

outward to release the DDR DIMM (1,2). Gently pull the DDR
DIMM out of the socket (3).

To install a DDR DIMM

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1 Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard.

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2 Align the DDR DIMM with the socket (1). Press the DDR DIMM into

the socket until the clips lock onto the DDR DIMM (2,3).

Note: The DDR DIMM sockets are slotted to ensure proper
installation. If you insert a DDR DIMM but it does not fit easily into
the socket, you may have inserted it incorrectly. Turn the DDR
DIMM around and try to insert it again.

To reconfigure your computer

Your computer automatically detects the amount of memory installed.
Run the BIOS utility to view the new value for total system memory
and make a note of it.

Replacing the hard disk

Follow these steps to replace your computer’s hard disk:
1 Remove the computer cover (see page 51).
2 Detach all cables connected to the CD or DVD drive, the 3.5-inch

floppy drive and hard disk.

3 Lift the drive frame to a 90-degree angle; then pull out, and

remove the drive frame.

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4 Pull out the drive rails that holdthe hard disk to the housing. Set

the drive rails aside.

5 Slide the hard disk frame to the left (d); then gently move it out (e)

and pull it up to detach it (f).

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6 Install the new hard disk into the housing. Secure it with the drive

rails you removed earlier and connect the power and hard disk

cables to the new hard disk.
7 Reinstall the drive frame into the housing.
8 Reattach the CD or DVD drive and the floppy drive cables.

Note: Make sure that the other ends of the disk drive cables are
securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the
mainboard.

9 Replace the computer cover (see page 52).

Installing an expansion card

To install an expansion card:

Caution: Your system accepts low profile PCI cards only.

1 Remove the computer cover (see page 51).
2 Locate an empty PCI slot on the mainboard.
3 Remove the bracket lock that holds the bracket to the computer.

Save the bracket lock.
4 Pull out the bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty

slot.
5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging.
6 Align the card with the empty bracket and then insert it into the

slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated.
7 Secure the card to your computer with the bracket lock you

removed earlier.
8 Replace the computer cover (see page 52).

When you turn on the computer, BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)
automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly-installed
devices.

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5 System

utilities

This chapter describes applications that are

preinstalled on your computer.

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Depending on the hardware and optional features installed in your
computer, your system came bundled with several program utilities
designed to streamline your computer’s operations. These utilities may
include any of the following:

®

•Acrobat

Reader™

• Acer LANScope Client Manager (optional)

• Norton AntiVirus

• NTI CD-Maker

•PowerDVD

• BIOS utility

• Acer One Button Recovery (System restore utility)

If your computer is configured with Microsoft Windows XP the
following utilities can be used to monitor and maintain system health.

•Backup

• Disk Defragmenter

All of the applications that came with your computer are very easy to
use. However, if you need more help and information, you may refer
to the online help documentation provided in each software
application.

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Acrobat Reader

Acrobat Reader is a software that lets you view, navigate, browse and
print Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) files on all major
computer platforms.

To read a PDF document you can:

• Simply double click on any file with an icon like that shown above.

or

1 On the windows taskbar, click on the Start button, highlight

Programs, and select Acrobat Reader.
2 Once the program is running, select Open from the File menu.
3 Select the file you wish to view in the Open file browser and click

the Open button.

For more information about Acrobat Reader, you may refer to the
Acrobat Reader Help menu.

Acer LANScope (optional)

Acer LANScope allows desktop management via the Web, standard
network, or dial-up connections. It is compatible with the leading
management specifications, such as Wired for Management 2.0,
Desktop Management Interface (DMI) v2.0, and others.

Your computer may be bundled with a LANScope installation CD. To
install LANScope:

1 Insert the LANScope installation CD into the optical drive.

Caution! Make sure that the LANScope installation CD is properly
inserted into the optical drive. Improper insertion may damage
both the CD and the drive.

Refer to page 22 for instructions on how to insert a CD into your
computer's optical drive.

2 Follow all onscreen instructions until installation is completed.

For more information on how to use the LANScope, you may refer to
the LANScope Help menu.

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Note: Acer LANScope currently supports Windows 98, Windows
Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP platforms.

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Norton AntiVirus

Norton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software which finds and repairs
infected files, protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe
and secure. It also scans incoming email attachments for viruses. It
provides useful virus detection and repair facilities.

How do I check for viruses using Norton AntiVirus?

A full system scan scans all files on your computer. To perform a system
scan:

1 Start Norton AntiVirus

• Double click on the Norton AntiVirus Icon on the desktop

or

• Click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar, highlight
Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus.

2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses.

3 In the Scan for Viruses pane, click Scan My Computer.
4 Under Actions, click Scan.

When the scan is complete, a scan summary appears.
5 When you are done reviewing the summary, click Finished.

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You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on
specific dates and times or at periodic intervals. If you are using the
computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the background
so that you do not have to stop working.

For more information about Norton AntiVirus, including setting up
custom scans and scheduling scans, refer to the Norton AntiVirus Help
menu.

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NTI CD-Maker (for models with CD-RW)

The NTI CD-Maker is a CD-Recording software which allows you to
create and copy audio, data and videos to CD-R or CD-RW discs.

To copy an audio or data disc:

1 Click the Quick Burning icon on the desktop.
2 Insert the CD you would like to copy into the source drive and a

blank disc into the target drive.

3 Choose the source and target drives from the pull-down lists.

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4 Click the Start button to begin copying.

For more information about NTI CD-Maker and its other features, refer
to the NTl CD-Maker Help menu.

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PowerDVD (for models with DVD)

PowerDVD is a high-quality, pure software DVD player which brings
high-quality movies and karaoke to your multimedia PC. You can play
back high resolution DVD titles or MPEG-2 files with MPEG-2 video and
Dolby Digital (AC-3) audio. PowerDVD provides a complete set of
commands for navigation and advanced features such as multi-angle
switching, multi-language and multi-subtitle selection, and parental
control. It also has the i-Power Internet Enabling feature, which links to
online DVD resources via the Power DVD Desktop Portal Page.

How do I open PowerDVD and watch a DVD?

In most cases, when you insert a DVD into your computer’s optical
drive, PowerDVD will automatically open a viewer window and the
control panel and begin playing.

If PowerDVD does not open automatically:
1 Click the Start button in the taskbar.
2 Highlight All Programs
3 Click the Cyberlink PowerDVD tab
4 Select PowerDVD

When PowerDVD opens simply press the play button to begin
playback.

For more information about Cyberlink PowerDVD and its other
features, refer to the PowerDVD Help menu.

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BIOS utility

The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your
computer's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most computers are
already properly configured and optimized, there is no need to run this
utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems and get the
"Run Setup" message, you will need to run this utility.

Note: Before you run BIOS, make sure that you have saved all
open files. The computer reboots immediately after you exit
Setup.

To run the BIOS utility, press the Del key on your keyboard during
computer boot up.

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Reinstalling programs

If you uninstall one of the preinstalled programs and want to reinstall
it, do the following:

1 Make sure that the system is turned on.
2 Insert the System CD into the CD or DVD drive.
3 Select the application that you want to reinstall.
4 Follow all onscreen instructions until you finish the installation.

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Recovering your system

If your operating system files are lost or damaged, the recovery

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process will restore your system's original factory default settings or
last system backup. Your Acer Veriton series computer includes an
OBR(One Button Recovery) button, a feature that makes restoring your
system quick and easy.

OBR works from a hidden partition on your hard drive that contains all
the information required to restore your system.

There are two modes to recovery your system. One is from system’s
original settings and another is from system backup. You can press Alt
+ F10 after the BIOS finishes running the Power On Self Test (POST).

Warning: Initiating the recovery operation while the
operating system is running will result in abnormal
shutdown and may make your current OS unstable or
unusable.

After the POST runs, you have only 1.5 seconds to press Alt + F10.
Follow all onscreen instructions.

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You can also follow the steps below:
1 Locate the OBR button. See the image on page 10.
2 Press the button. After a moment one of the following screen will

appear on your display
a when you don’t backup your system yet..

b after you backup your system

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3 In 2-a, click OK. You will be prompted again. In 2-b, select “Recover

to Default Settings” to restore your system to the default factory
settings. Select “Recover data from last backup” to restore your
system to the last time system backup.

Note: Click “Backup System” icon on the desktop to backup your
system anytime.

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4 If you choosed your recovery option, you should see the following

screen. Click OK to continue.

5 After 15 seconds the system will reboot and initiate the restore

operation.

6 After the recovery operation finishes the system will reboot. You

will be required to go through the setup process again.

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Caution! Running the Recovery operation will erase all files
previously saved in your computer so make sure to back up your
important files before starting the recovery process.

If you attempt to restore your system using the One Button Recovery
feature, and the system DOES NOT respond, contact your local vendor
or authorised Acer representative immediately.

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Using Backup (Windows XP only)

The Backup utility creates copies of information on your hard disk. In
the event that the original data on your hard disk is erased or
overwritten, or becomes inaccessible because of a hark disk
malfunction, you can use the copy to restore your lost or damaged
data.

How do I back up files from my hard drive?

To run the Backup utility:
1 Click the Start button in the taskbar.
2 Highlight All Programs
3 Click Accessories
4 Select System Tools
5 Click Backup

When Backup starts, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your
backup profile and schedule.

For more information about Backup, refer to Windows XP help.

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Disk Defragmenter (Windows XP only)

The disk degfragmentation utility consolidates files and folders on
your computer’s hard disk. This allows your computer to access files
and folders and save new data more efficiently. By consolidating your
files and folders, the defragmenter also consolidates the volume’s free
space, making it less likely that new files will be fragmented.

How do I defragment my hard drive?

To run the Disk Defragmenter:
1 Click the Start button in the taskbar.
2 Highlight All Programs
3 Click Accessories
4 Select System Tools
5 Click Disk Defragmenter

When Disk Defragmenter opens, select a drive/volume and click
Analyze. The system will quickly examine the volume and determine
wether it needs to be defragmented or not.

For more information about Disk Defragmenter, refer to Windows XP
help.

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6 Frequently

asked questions

This chapter tells you what to do in case
your computer is not working properly.
However, if a more serious problem arises,
contact your dealer or the technical support
center (www.acersupport.com) for
assistance.

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The following questions are possible situations that may arise during
the use of your computer and each is followed by easy answers and
solutions to the situation.

Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up.

A: Check the LED located beside the power switch.

If the LED is not lit, no power is being applied to the system. Do any of
the following:

• Check if the voltage selector switch located on the rear panel of
the computer is set to the correct voltage.

• Check if you plugged the power cable properly into an electrical
outlet.

• If you are using a power strip or AVR, make sure that it is plugged
in and turned on.

If the LED is lit, check the following:

• Is a nonbootable (nonsystem) diskette in the floppy drive? If yes,
remove or replace it with a system diskette and press Ctrl + Alt +
Del to restart your computer.

• The operating system files may be damaged or missing. Insert the
startup disk you created during Windows setup into the floppy
drive and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your computer. This will
automatically diagnose your system and make necessary fixes.
However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you
may have to perform the recovery process to restore your system
to its original default factory settings.

Note: For more information about recovering your system, refer
to page 77.

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Q: Nothing appears on the screen.

A: Your computer’s power management function automatically blanks

the screen to save power. Just press any key to turn the display back
on.

If pressing a key does not work, contact your dealer or the technical
support center for assistance.

Q: The printer does not work.

A: Do the following:

• Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that
it is turned on.

• Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the
system’s parallel port and the corresponding port on the printer.
See “Connecting your printer” on page 40 for information on how
to connect the printer to your computer.

• For additional information concerning the printer, refer to the
printer’s documentation.

Q: No sound comes out from the computer.

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 from mute to sound on.

• If headphones, earphones, or external speakers are connected to
the line-out jack of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers
are automatically turned off.

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Q: System cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information.

A: Check the following:

• Make sure that you are using the correct type of disc. See page 22.

• Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly.

• Check if the CD or DVD is clean and not scratched.

• Check your drive by using a good (i.e., undamaged) disc. If your
drive can not read the information on the good disc there may be
a problem with the drive. Contact your dealer or technical support
center for assistance.

Q: System cannot write data on the hard disk or CD-R/CD-RW.

A: Check the following:

• Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write-protected. Refer to
the Optical drive section on page 22.

• Make sure that you are using the correct type of disc or diskette.
Refer to the Optical drive section on page 22.

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Appendix A:

Notices

Appendix A: Notices92

Energy Star Guidelines Compliance

As an Engery Partner, Acer Inc., has determined that this product meets the Energy Star
guidelines for energy efficiency.

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 interference to radio
communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the device and receiver.

• Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Notice: Shielded cables

All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to
maintain compliance with FCC regulations.

Notice: Peripheral devices

Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with
the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified
peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.

FCC Caution

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to
operate this computer.

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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 Interference­Causing Equipment Regulations.

Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du Règlement sur
le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

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.

Modem notices

Notice for USA

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the bottom side of
the modem is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration
Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. Upon request, you
must provide this information to your telephone company.

If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in
advance. But, if advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible.
You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or
procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you
will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted
telephone service.

If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the
phone line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the
equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor.

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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA
Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.

TBR 21

This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - "TBR 21"] for pan­European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).
However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different
countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful
operation on every PSTN termination point. In the event of problems, you should
contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.

Notice for Australia

For safety reasons, only connect headsets with a telecommunications
compliance label. This includes customer equipment previously labelled
permitted or certified.

Important safety instructions

Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.

6 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

7 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

8 Do not use this product near water.

9 Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may

fall, causing serious damage to the product.

10 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. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a
bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near
or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper
ventilation is provided.

11 This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking

label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or
local power company.

12 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product

where persons will walk on the cord.

13 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.