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1 First things first1
System specifications5
Package contents6
Accessing the user’s guide7
2 System tour9
Features 12
Performance12
Multimedia12
Connectivity12
Front panel14
Rear panel16
Keyboard18
Programmable keys19
Internet/Suspend keys20
Multimedia keys21
Volume control/Mute knob22
Lock keys23
Cursor keys24
Windows keys25
Function keys26
Palm rest26
Optical drive27
Hard disk 29
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3 Setting up your computer31
Arranging a comfortable work area 34
Adjusting your chair34
Positioning your PC34
Positioning your monitor35
Positioning your keyboard35
Positioning your mouse36
Connecting peripherals37
Connecting your mouse37
Connecting your keyboard39
Connecting a monitor 41
Connecting the power cable42
Turning on your computer43
Turning off your computer44
Connecting options45
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Connecting your printer45
Connecting the modem (optional)46
Connecting to the network47
Connecting multimedia devices48
Connecting USB devices51
To replace the side panel59
Internal components61
System boards62
Mainboard layout62
Audio board66
Upgrading your computer67
Installing additional memory 67
Replacing the hard disk69
Installing an expansion card71
5 System utilities75
Acrobat Reader79
Acer LANScope (optional)80
Norton AntiVirus81
NTI CD-Maker (for models with CD-RW)83
PowerDVD (for models with DVD)85
BIOS utility86
Reinstalling programs87
Recovering your system88
Using Backup (Windows XP only)92
Disk Defragmenter (Windows XP only)93
6 Frequently asked questions95
Frequently asked questions98
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Appendix A: Notices101
Appendix B: Taking care of your computer107
Important tips108
Cleaning and servicing108
Asking for technical assistance109
Index111
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This chapter describes the system specifications
and the contents of your computer package .
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System specifications
ComponentSpecification
1 First things first4
Processor
System memoryFour SDRAM slots support a maximum of 4 GB dual-
Optical DriveCD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD/CD-RW combo
Operating system•Windows 2000
•Windows XP Home
•Windows XP Professional
•Novell
•SCO Unix
•Red Hat Linux
Dimensions•Mini-Tower 424(H) /200(W) /414(D)
•Desktop 135(H) /380(W) /420(D)
•Small Form Factor 95(H) /324(W) /399(D)
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Weight•Mini-Tower 8.5 kg
•Desktop 6.5 kg
•Small Form Factor 5.3 kg
Thermal
overrides
•System temp >90
system temp is below 90
•CPU temp >110
o
temp is below 110
•CPU temp >120
o
o
C - functions suspended until
o
C
C - functions suspended until CPU
o
C
C - system auto-shutdown
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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 7600 series
•Items contained in the accessory box
•USB or PS/2 keyboard
•USB or PS/2 mouse
•User’s guide and installation poster
•Other user documentation and third-party software
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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)
1On the Windows XP taskbar, click on the Start button then select
Help and Support Center.
2On the Help and Support Center home page, double-click the
Veriton 7600 series Online icon.
To access the user’s guide (for Windows 2000)
1Double-click on the Veriton 7600 series Online icon on your
Windows desktop.
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This chapter discusses the features and
components of your computer.
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Features
Here are just a few of your computer’s many features:
Performance
•Intel Pentium® 4 supporting FSB up to 800 MHz
or
•Intel Celeron CPU supporting FSB up to 400 MHz
•Intel Hyperthreading Technology supported on 3.06 GHz and
higher Pentium
•Intel 865G/865PE ICH5 chipset
•DDR-SDRAM 400/333/266, 4 DIMM slots, Expandable to 4GB dualchannel memory
•Power management function
•3.5-inch floppy drive
•CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD/CD-RW combo drive
•High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk
•Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals
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Multimedia
•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
•Eight Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (two internal, two on the
front and four on the rear panel)
•High-speed V92, 56K Fax/modem (optional)
•Broadcom 5705 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit LAN support with
remote wake-up function
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Front panel
Your computer’s front panel consists of the following:
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.
see note
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Rear panel
Your computer’s rear panel consists of the following:
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LabelIconColorComponent
1Voltage selector switch
2Power cord socket
3BurgundyParallel/Printer port
4WhiteNetwork port
6Power supply
7GreenPS/2 mouse port
8PurplePS/2 keyboard port
9BlackUSB ports
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10Teal or
Turquoise
11BlueCRT/LCD monitor port
12PinkMicrophone-in jack (rear)
13LimeAudio-out/Line-out jack
14Light blueAudio-in/Line-in jack
15Handset line port
16Telephone line port
17Expansion slots
Serial port
For information on how to connect the peripherals, see page 37 and
“Connecting options” on page 45.
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Keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys that include separate cursor keys, two
Windows keys, and twelve function keys.
For information on how to connect your keyboard, see “Connecting
your keyboard” on page 39.
No.Description
1Programmable keys
2Internet/Suspend keys
3Multimedia keys
4Volume control/Mute knob
5Scroll lock key
6Num lock key
7Cursor keys
8Application key
9Windows logo key
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No.Description
10Caps lock key
11Function keys
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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Internet/Suspend keys
The Internet/Suspend keys consist of three buttons:
Icon KeyDescription
Email Launches your email application.
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Web
browser
SuspendPress this button to put system to sleep.
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 KeyDescription
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
ForwardPress to skip forward to the next track or
BackwardPress to skip backward to the previous
video file.
video file and start playing.
track or video file and start playing.
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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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Lock keys
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off to
switch between two functions.
Lock key Description
Caps LockWhen activated, all alphabetic characters typed
appear in uppercase (same function as pressing
Shift + <letter>).
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Scroll LockWhen activated, the screen moves one line up or
Num LockWhen activated, the keypad is set to numeric
down when you press the up arrow or down
arrow respectively. Take note that Scroll Lock
may not work with some applications.
mode; i.e., the keys function as a calculator
(complete with arithmetic operators such as +, -,
* and /).
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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 keyStart 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
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Application keyOpens 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 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 full-length 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 disc in its 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 (EIDE) hard disk.
For instructions on how to upgrade or replace your hard disk, see
“Replacing the hard disk” on page 69.
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3 Setting up
your computer
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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. Refer to the diagram on the following page as you set up your
system.
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
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.
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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.
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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 panels 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.
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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, change your computer’s voltage setting
according to your area’s voltage range.
Set the voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your
area (a). Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on
the rear panel of your computer (b). Then plug the other end of the
power cable into a power outlet (c).
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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:
1Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer such as the
monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc.
2On 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.
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Turning off your computer
To turn off your computer, follow the steps below.
For Windows XP:
1On the Windows XP taskbar, click on the Start button, and click
Turn Off Computer; then click Turn Off.
2Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer.
For Windows 2000:
1On the Windows 2000 taskbar, click on the Start button, highlight
Shut Down, select Shut down from the drop down window then
click on OK.
2Turn 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 by country.
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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 and rear
panel.
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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 jack)
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 jack
(lime jack) located on the front panel of your computer
Note: To adjust the volume of the headphones, click 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.
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•external speakers: connect to the Audio-out/Line-out jack
(lime jack) located on the rear panel of your computer.
•audio line-in device: connects 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 six external USB ports: two on the front
and another four on the rear panel. These ports support USB 2.0 high
performance 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) located on the front and rear panels of your
computer.
Note: The USB devices shown below are for your reference only.
Actual device models may vary by geographic region.
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Note: Some USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows
you to connect or daisy-chain more USB devices.
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your
computer
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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.
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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:
1Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until
you are ready to install it.
2Wear 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:
1Turn off your computer and all the peripherals connected to it
before opening it. Then unplug all cables from the power outlets.
2Open your computer according to the instructions on page 58.
3Follow the ESD precautions described above before handling a
computer component.
4Remove any expansion boards or peripherals that block access to
the DIMM sockets or component connectors.
5See the following sections for specific instructions on the
component you wish to install.
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:
1See to it that the components are installed according to the
step-by-step instructions in their respective sections.
2Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed
earlier.
3Replace the side panels.
4Connect the necessary cables and turn on your computer.
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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 56.
You need to open your computer before you can install additional
components. See the following section for instructions.
To remove the side panel
1Turn off your computer and unplug all cables.
2Place your computer on a flat, steady surface.
3Remove the four screws from the rear panel using a screwdriver.
Set the screws aside.
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4Hold one side panel with both hands. Slide it back about an inch
and then gently pull it outward to detach it. Do the same to the
other side.
To replace the side panel
1Align the side panel's hinges to the housing frame and then push
it in to slide it back into place. Do the same to the other side.
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2Secure the side panels with the four screws you removed earlier.
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Internal components
The figure below shows what your computer looks like once you
remove the side panel:
No.Component
15.25-inch drive bays (three bays)
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23.5-inch drive bays (two bays)
3Daughterboard
4
5Hard disk
6Expansion slots
7Power supply
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 7600 series computer model.
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Veriton 7600G mainboard layout
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LabelComponent
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AGP1
AGP slot (VT7600G only)
see note
AUD1Line-in (top), line-out (middle), and rear microphone-
in (bottom) ports
ATX1Power connector
BIOS1BIOS chipset
BT1Battery
CD1CD-in connector
COM1Serial connector
DLED1D-Bracket (LANScope) connector
DIMM1
DIMM sockets 1-4
DIMM2
DIMM3
DIMM4
FN13-pin CPU fan connector
FN6CPU ZIF socket
FAN23-pin system fan connector
FDD1FDD connector
IDE1IDE 1 connector
IDE2IDE 2 connector
JAUD1Audio FPIO connector
JBAT11-2 Normal
2-3 Clear CMOS
JCI1Intrusion connector
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LabelComponent
JFP1HDD LED, Power LED connector
Power button and Reset switch controller
JKBMS1PS/2 mouse (upper) and keyboard (lower) ports
JPW1Power connector (12V power)
JRECOVEROne Touch Recovery button connector
LPT1Parallel/Printer port
PCI1 to PCI3PCI slots 1 to 3
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SATA1
SATA2
SER1Serial port
U10Northbridge
U19Southbridge
USB1USB ports
USB2Front USB 2.0 connector or Unused
USB3Front USB 2.0 connector or Unused
USB4USB ports
VGA1Monitor port (VT7600G only)
Note: For the location of the AGP slot on the Veriton 7600!
mainboard, see page 61.
Serial HDD connectors
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Audio board
The audio board that came with your computer should look like the
figure that follows.
LabelDescription
JUSB1
JUSB2USB Connector - unsed
USB1USB port
USB2USB port
JAUD1Standard audio connector - connects to the JAUD1 of the
JAUD2Standard audio connector -unsed
JMIC1Microphone-in jack
JSPK1Audio out port
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.
USB Connector - connects to the JUSB1 of the!mainboard
mainboard
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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 56 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.
1Remove the side panel (see page 58).
2Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard.
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3Press the holding clips on both sides of the DDR DIMM socket
outward to release the DDR DIMM (a). Gently pull the DDR DIMM
out of the socket (b).
To install a DDR DIMM
1Locate the DDR DIMM socket on the mainboard.
2Align the DDR DIMM with the socket (a). Press the DDR DIMM into
the socket until the clips lock onto the DDR DIMM (b).
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.
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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:
1Remove the side panel (see page 58).
2Remove the four screws that hold the hard disk to the disk frame.
Set the screws aside.
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3(a) Detach the power and hard disk cables from the hard disk.
(b) Detach the hard disk from the drive frame.
4(a) Insert the new hard disk into the frame.
(b) Connect the power and hard disk cables to the new hard disk.
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5Secure it with the four screws you removed earlier.
Note: Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are
securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the
mainboard.
6Replace the side panel (see page 59).
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Installing an expansion card
To install an expansion card:
1Remove the side panel (see page 58).
2Locate an empty PCI slot on the mainboard.
3Remove the screw that holds the bracket to the computer. Save
the screw.
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4Pull out the bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty
slot.
5Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging.
6Align the card with the empty bracket and then insert it into the
slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated.
7Secure the card to your computer with a screw you removed
earlier.
8Replace the side panel (see page 59).
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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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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-Touch 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
1On the windows taskbar, click on the Start button, highlight
Programs, and select Acrobat Reader.
2Once the program is running, select Open from the File menu.
3Select 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.
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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:
1Insert 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 27 for instructions on how to insert a CD into your
computer's optical drive.
2Follow all onscreen instructions until installation is completed.
For more information on how to use the LANScope, you may refer to
the LANScope Help menu.
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:
1Start 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.
2In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scan for Viruses.
3In the Scan for Viruses pane, click Scan My Computer.
4Under Actions, click Scan.
When the scan is complete, a scan summary appears.
5When 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:
1Click the Quick Burning icon on the desktop.
2Insert the CD you would like to copy into the source drive and a
blank disc into the target drive.
3Choose the source and target drives from the pull-down lists.
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4Click 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:
1Click the Start button in the taskbar.
2Highlight All Programs
3Click the Cyberlink PowerDVD tab
4Select 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:
1Make sure that the system is turned on.
2Insert the System CD into the CD or DVD drive.
3Select the application that you want to reinstall.
4Follow 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 process
will restore your system's original factory default settings. Your Acer
Veriton series computer includes a One Touch Recovery button, a
feature that makes restoring your system quick and easy.
One Touch Recovery works from a hidden 2 GB partition on your hard
drive that contains all the information required to restore your system.
There are two ways to initate recovery. If your computer is not
equipped with the (optional) One Touch Recover button, 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.
You can also follow the steps below:
1Locate the (optional) One touch recovery button. See the image
on page 14.
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2Press the button. After a moment the following screen will appear
on your display.
3Click OK. You will be prompted again to continue.
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4Click OK again.
5After 15 seconds the system will reboot and initate the restore
operation.
6After the recovery operation finishes the system will reboot again.
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 Touch 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:
1Click the Start button in the taskbar.
2Highlight All Programs
3Click Accessories
4Select System Tools
5Click 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:
1Click the Start button in the taskbar.
2Highlight All Programs
3Click Accessories
4Select System Tools
5Click 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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