Acer Veriton 5500, Veriton 5500G User Guide

Veriton 5500 series

(Veriton 5500/Veriton 5500G)

User’s guide

Veriton 5500 series (Veriton 5500/Veriton 5500G) User’s guide

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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 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: Shield cables

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

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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 noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.

Caution! 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.

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.

Important safety instructions

Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.

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

may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

5 Slots and openings in the housing and the back or bottom are provided for

ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covere. 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.

6 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.

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

product where persons will walk on the cord.

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 parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing

covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.

e If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged

f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a

need for service.

12 Replace the battery with the same type as the product's battery we

recommend. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Refer battery replacement to a qualified serviceman.

13 Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not

disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly.

14 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 SVT, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters).

Laser compliance statement

The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive in this computer is a laser product. The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW 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.

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.

Macrovision® statement

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Year 2000 compliance statement

The Veriton 5500 series computer carries the "Hardware NSTL Tested Year 2000 Compliant" logo, which certifies that this model has been tested by NSTL using the YMark2000 test, and has been found to meet NSTL's standards for Year 2000 hardware compliance.

For more details, check the Acer Year 2000 Resource Center at http:// global.acer.com/service/pcy2000.html

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FCC notice iii Important safety instructions iv Laser compliance statement v Lithium battery statement v Macrovision® statement vi Year 2000 compliance statement vi

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 user’s guide 6

2 System tour 7

Features 9

Performance 9 Multimedia 9

Connectivity 9 Front panel 11 Rear panel 13 Keyboard 15

Function keys 16

Lock keys 16

Windows keys 17

Cursor keys 17

Palm rest 17

Volume control/Mute knob 18

Multimedia keys 18

Internet/Suspend keys 19

Programmable keys 19 Mouse 20 Disk drives 21

3.5-inch floppy drive 21

CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive 22

Hard disk 24

Contents

3 Setting up your computer 25

Arranging a comfortable work area 27

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Adjusting your chair 27 Positioning your computer 27 Positioning your monitor 28 Positioning your keyboard 28 Positioning your mouse 28

Connecting peripherals 29

Connecting your mouse 29 Connecting your keyboard 32 Connecting a monitor 34

Connecting the power cable 35 Turning on your computer 36 Turning off your computer 37 Connecting options 38

Connecting your printer 38

Connecting the modem 39

Connecting to the network 40

Connecting multimedia devices 41

Connecting 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 computer cover 51

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

Mainboard layout 54

Audio board 59 Upgrading your computer 60

Installing additional memory 60

Replacing the hard disk 62

Installing an expansion card 65

5 System utilities 69

Acrobat Reader 72 LDCM 73 Norton AntiVirus 74 NTI CD-Maker 75 PowerDVD 76 BIOS utility 77

Reinstalling programs 78

Recovering your system 78

6 Frequently asked questions 79

FAQs 81

Index 85

1 First things first

This chapter describes the contents of your computer package and also provides important tips on how to take care of your computer.

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 5500 series computer

• Items contained in the accessory box

• PS/2 or USB keyboard

• PS/2 or USB mouse

• User’s guide and installation poster

• Other user documentation and third-party software

1 First things first

Taking care of your computer

Please read the safety instructions listed in this section. Following these instructions on the care and use of your new computer will help you maximize its durability.

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 water on the computer.

• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.

• Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.

• Never place the system on uneven surfaces.

• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.

Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic.

• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself

but pull on the plug.

• The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in should not

exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.

• Check the documentation that came with your software programs

to see if you can select other combinations of resolution and color. These adjustments could make viewing the screen more comfortable.

Cleaning and servicing

To clean your computer and keyboard

1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cable.

2 Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior

of the computer and the keyboard. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

To clean your pointing device

To clean a regular mouse (with rubber ball):

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 optical mouse:

For optical mouse users, refer to the documentation that came with your mouse for maintenance instructions.

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 the computer

• If the computer is not operating normally

• If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and done the troubleshooting tips discussed in the “Frequently-asked questions” section on page 81

• If your problem is not listed in the “Frequently-asked questions” section on page 81

• If you want to replace or upgrade any of your computer's internal components

Asking for technical assistance

For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. You may also access the Acer Web site at (www.acer.com on how and where to contact the service centers available in your area.

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1 First things first

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 5500 series Online icon.

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

1 Double-click on the Veriton 5500 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 processor

• System memory expandable to a maximum of 2GB using DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM DIMM modules

Note: To capitalize on the system memory capacity mentioned above, you must use 1-GB memory modules which are not yet available in the market. The biggest capacity currently available is 512-MB which allows a maximum of 1GB.

• Power management function

• 3.5-inch floppy drive

• CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or CD-RW drive

• High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

• Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals

Multimedia

• 128-bit graphics accelerator installed in the AGP Pro card slot

• 3-D quality audio system via onboard audio controller

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

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.

Connectivity

• Two PS/2 interfaces for mouse and keyboard

• One serial port

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• One parallel port

• One VGA port

• Six Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (two on the front and four on the rear panel)

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

• 10Base-T/100Base-TX network support with remote wake-up function

Front panel

Your computer’s front panel consists of the following:

Label Icon Description

1 Hard disk activity light-emitting diode (LED)

2 System activity indicator

3 Power indicator

4 Power button

5 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW Headphone/Earphone port

6 Floppy drive LED

7 3.5-inch floppy drive

8 Floppy drive eject button

9 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW tray

10 Stop/Eject button

Label Icon Description

11 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW emergency eject hole

12 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW LED

13 Volume control

14 5.25-inch drive bay

15 Headphone/Earphone port

16 Front microphone-in port (see Note)

17 USB ports

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Rear panel

Your computer’s rear panel consists of the following:

Label Icon Color Description

1 Voltage selector switch

2 Green PS/2 mouse port

3 Power jack (for external speakers)

4 Teal or

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5 Burgundy Parallel/Printer port

6 Blue Monitor port

7 White Network port

8Keyhole

Serial port

Label Icon Color Description

9 Modem line port

10 Expansion slots

11 Telephone port

12 Light blue Audio-in/Line-in jack

13 Lime Audio-out/Line-out jack

14 Pink Microphone-in jack

15 Black USB ports

16 Purple PS/2 keyboard port

17 Power cable socket

18 Power supply

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For information on how to connect the peripherals, see “Connecting peripherals” on page 29 and “Connecting options” on page 38.

Keyboard

Your computer comes with a USB keyboard. The keyboard has fullsized keys that include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, and twelve function keys.

For information on how to connect your USB keyboard, please see “Connecting peripherals” on page 29

No. Description

1 Function keys

2Caps lock

3 Windows logo key

4 Application key

5 Cursor keys

6 Palm rest

7 Num lock key

8 Scroll lock key

No. Description

9 Volume control/Mute knob

10 Multimedia keys

11 Internet/Suspend keys

12 Programmable keys

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Function keys

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

Lock keys

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

Lock key Description

Caps Lock When activated, all alphabetic characters typed

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

Num Lock When activated, the keypad is set to numeric

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

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.

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).

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.

Palm rest

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

Volume control/Mute knob

The volume control/mute knob controls the speaker volume. Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the volume. Press it to toggle between mute and sound.

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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

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

video file.

Forward Press to skip forward to the next track or

video file and start playing.

Icon Key Description

Backward Press to skip backward to the previous

track or video file and start playing.

Internet/Suspend keys

The Internet/Suspend keys consist of three buttons:

Icon Key Description

Email Launches your email application.

Web browser

Suspend Press this button to put system to sleep.

Launches your current default browser.

Programmable keys

The programmable keys help you directly access a URL (Web site) or launch any program, files, or application in your system. The fifth key is set to launch the Windows Media Player. If you want to configure the settings of each key, right click on the Magic Keyboard icon located on the desktop.

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