Acer Aspire X3300 User Guide

Information for your safety and comfortiii
Safety instructions iii
Additional safety information v
Disposal instructions vi
Tips and information for comfortable use vii
System tour 1
Setting up your computer 2
Necessary to know before setup 2
Selecting a location 2
Opening the package 2
Connecting peripherals 3
Starting your computer 3
Shutting down your computer 3
System upgrade 4
Opening the computer 4
Setting up new components 4
Frequently asked questions 5
Taking care of your computer 7
Important...

Remark: All images are for reference purposes only.
Actual configuration may vary. 

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Your computer consists of the following: 
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Power button Floppy drive  (selected models only)
Microphone jack Optical drive  (selected models only)
Speaker or 
headphone jack Media card reader 
(selected models only)
USB port IEEE 1394/FireWire jack  (selected models only)
Copy button
(selected models only) Backup button
(selected models only)
Media navigation 
interface
(selected models only) Removable hard 
drivecarriers
(selected models only)
RCA...

Setting up your computer
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Note:  The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact 
configuration of your PC de pends on the model purchased.
Setting up your computer
The AcerSystem is a versatile and powerful system,  supporting a 
mainstream performance CPU. The computer uses a state-of-the-art 
bus architecture, which improves  system efficiency and helps the 
system support varied multimedia  and software applications.
Your AcerSystem has standard I/O (i nput/output)...

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EnglishEnsure that all items are present and in good condition. If any of the 
following items are missing or  appear damaged, contact your 
dealer immediately:
• AcerSystem
• Mouse (PS/2 or USB)
• Keyboard (PS/2 or USB)
• Wireless keyboard with pointing function
• Remote control for Microsoft
® Windows® Vista / Microsoft® 
Windows® XP Media Center Edition
Note:  Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control 
configuration may vary by selected models
• Users Guide and Starter poster
Other user...

Setting up your computer
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In the event of a system crash, press and hold the power button on the 
front of the system for fo ur seconds. After the system has shut down, 
turn off all peripheral devices.
System upgrade
You can expand your AcerSystem syste m quickly and easily by adding 
components. You can also upgr ade the components of your 
AcerSystem system.
Opening the computer
Before removing any panels or covers,  please make sure to shut off the 
computer and unplug the po wer cord from...

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Frequently asked questions
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 bu t the system did not boot up.
A:   Check the LED located above 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...

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6A:   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 systems  parallel port and the corres ponding port on the printer.
• For additional information concerning  the printer, refer to the printers 
documentation.
Q:  No sound comes out from the computer.
A:   Check the following:
• The volume may be muted. Look for th e Volume...

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Taking care of your computer
Please read the important instructions listed in this section.  Following these 
instructions will help you maximize  the durability of your computer.
Important tips
• Do not expose the computer to direct  sunlight.  Do not place it near 
sources of heat, such as a radiator.
• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0
oC (32oF), or above 
50oC (122oF).
• Do not subject the comput er to magnetic fields.
• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.
• Do...

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83 Put the ball back and replace the cover.
To clean an optical mouse
For users of an optical m ouse, refer to the docume ntation that came with 
your mouse for main tenance instructions.
To clean your monitor
Make sure that you keep your screen  clean.  For cleaning instructions, refer 
to the documentation that ca me with your monitor.  
When to contact a service technician
• If you dropped and damaged the computer
• If liquid has been spilled...