Acer Veriton 1000 User Manual

Veriton SeriesUser's Guide

xFinding your comfort zoneFind your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to ac

xiDeveloping good work habitsDevelop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive:• Take short breaks regularly an

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Information for your safety and comfort iiiSafety instructions iiiAdditional safety information viOperating environment viMedical devices viVehicles v

Connecting the power cable 26Taking care of your AC adapter 26Turning on your computer 27Turning off your computer 28Connecting options 29Connecting t

Empowering Technology

Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer desktop.

3Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyThe Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage

Empowering Technology4Empowering TechnologyAcer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your fi

5Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage, optical

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such cha

Empowering Technology6Empowering TechnologyNote: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is no method to reset it except by reformattin

7Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, change BIOS passwords or othe

Empowering Technology8Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. It allows you to create

9Empowering TechnologyNote: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System ba

Empowering Technology10Empowering TechnologyAcer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the

11English1 System tour

This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer.

13EnglishPackage contentsBefore you unpack your computer, make sure that you have enough space to set up your computer.Carefully unpack the carton and

1 System tour14EnglishAccessing the User's GuideThis User's Guide is also available on your computer as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file.To access

15EnglishFront and rear panelsYour computer's front and rear panels consist of the following:Note: See "Connecting peripherals" on page

iiiInformation for your safety and comfortSafety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all wa

1 System tour16EnglishKeyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys that include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, four multimedia keys, and 12 func

17EnglishOptical drive (for selected models)Your computer may come with a DVD/CD-RW combo, DVD-Dual or DVD-Super multi drive. This drive is located on

1 System tour18English

2 Setting up your computer

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

21EnglishArranging a comfortable work area Working safely and comfortably begins with the arrangement of your work space and the proper use of equipme

2 Setting up your computer22EnglishTake note of the following when selecting a location for your computer:• Do not put your computer near any equipme

23EnglishPositioning your monitorPlace your monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 50 to 60 cm away. Adjust the display in such a way that

2 Setting up your computer24EnglishConnecting peripheralsSetting up your computer is easy. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: t

25EnglishConnecting a monitorTo connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor port (blue port) or DVI port located on the rear p

ivdo not place the product on a vibrating surface.• Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause un

2 Setting up your computer26EnglishConnecting the power cableMake sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power out

27EnglishTurning on your computerAfter connecting the necessary peripherals and plugging in the power cable, you are now ready to turn the computer on

2 Setting up your computer28EnglishTurning off your computerTo turn off your computer, follow the steps below.For Windows Vista:1 On the Windows Vist

29EnglishConnecting optionsConnecting to the networkYou can connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable. To do so, simpl

2 Setting up your computer30EnglishConnecting multimedia devicesYou can connect multimedia devices such as microphones, earphones or headphones, exte

31English• Earphones, headphones: Connect to the headphone jack located on the front panel of your computer. Note: To adjust the headphone volume, u

2 Setting up your computer32English• Audio line-in device: Connects to the audio-in/line-in jack (light blue jack) located on the rear panel of you

3 System utilities

This chapter describes applications that are preinstalled on your computer.

35EnglishDepending on the hardware and optional features installed in your computer, your system came bundled with several program utilities designed

vNote: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the p

3 System utilities36EnglishNorton Internet Security (for selected models)Norton Internet Security is an anti-virus utility that can protect against v

37EnglishNTI CD&DVD-Maker (for models with CD or DVD Burner) The NTI CD&DVD-Maker is optical disk-recording software that allows you to create

3 System utilities38EnglishPowerDVD (for models with DVD)PowerDVD is a high-quality, pure software DVD player that brings high-quality movies and kar

39EnglishBIOS utilityThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most

3 System utilities40EnglishRecovering your systemIf your operating system files are lost or damaged, the recovery process will restore your system&ap

41EnglishYou can also follow the steps below:1 Locate the OBR button. 2 Press the button. You can change the password in Acer eRecovery.a If you have

3 System utilities42Englishb If you have previously backed-up your system.3 Select “Recover to Default Settings” to restore your system to the defaul

43English4 If you chose the recovery option, you should see the following screen. Click OK to continue. 5 After 15 seconds the system will reboot and

3 System utilities44English6 After the recovery operation finishes the system will reboot. You will be required to go through the setup process again

4 Frequently asked questions

viAdditional safety informationYour device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children.Operating enviro

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

47EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following questions indicate possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer and each is fol

4 Frequently asked questions48EnglishThe printer does not work.Do the following:• Make sure the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is

49EnglishEnglishRegulations and safety noticesFCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device p

50Englishand (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Notice: Canadian usersTh

51EnglishEnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioni

52EnglishNotice for New Zealand1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item c

53EnglishEnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification la

54EnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis product co

55EnglishEnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Lux

viiVehiclesRF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection

56English1. This device may not cause interference, and2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired op

57EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t

58EnglishDeclaration of Conformity for CE MarkingWe, Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District,

59IndexAaccessing the online User’s Guide 14applications 35BBIOS utility 39Cconnecting optionsmultimedia devices 30audio line-in device

viiiDisposal instructionsDo not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the

ixENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and