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 tips 7
Cleaning and servicing 7To clean your computer and keyboard 7
To clean your pointing device 7
To clean your monitor 8
When to contact a service technician 8
Asking for technical assistance 8
Regulations and safety notices 9
FCC notice 9
Modem notices 10
Laser compliance statement 13
Digital audio output statement 13
Macrovision copyright protection notice 13
Radio device regulatory notice 13
General 14
European Union (EU) 14
The FCC RF safety requirement 15
Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio
communication devices (RSS-210) 15
Federal Communications Comission
Declaration of Conformity 15
Contents 
						

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

							
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Your computer consists of the following: 
IconDescriptionIconDescription
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 jack
(selected models only) S/PDIF port 
(selected models only)
PS/2 keyboard connector PS/2 mouse connector
VGA port Serial port  (selected models only)
Printer connector 
(selected models only) USB port
Microphone-in jack RJ-45 Ethernet connector
Line-in jack Line-out / Speaker-out jack
HDMI port 
(selected models only) ESATA port 
(selected models only) 
						

							
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) interfaces such as a 
parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and  mouse ports, USB 2.0 ports, and stereo 
microphone, line-in and line-out ja cks (configuration may vary by 
models). The system can accommoda te extra peripheral equipment 
through these I/O ports.
Your system can also support an op tional high-speed fax/data modem 
or an additional LAN (l ocal area network) card.
Furthermore, the system is compatible with Microsoft
® Windows® or 
Linux-based operating systems.
Necessary to know before setup
Selecting a location
Selecting the optimum loca tion for your computer:
• Do not place the system too close  to other electrical equipment.
• Do not place the system in high-t raffic areas or where the power 
cord or other cords may be stepped on.
• Avoid placing the system in any lo cation that is excessively dusty 
or damp.
Opening the package 
Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for 
later use. 
						

							
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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 documentation  and third-party software.
Connecting peripherals
After everything is connected, plug  the power cord into the system and 
insert the other end into a power outlet. 
Note:  Dont connect the sy stem power cord befo re connecting all 
peripherals to the system.
Starting your computer
After connecting all the peripheral  equipment, start your computer 
according to the steps below:
1 Turn on all peripheral equipment,  such as the monitor, printer, 
fax, speakers, etc.
2 Turn on the system. Once the start up process is complete, you can  begin to use your computer.
Shutting down your computer
From the Start menu, select Shut Down and click OK. 
						

							
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 the outlet.
• Remove the screws on the chassis.
• Slide the panel off.
Setting up new components
You can only use components compatible with AcerSystem computers. 
Before you choose new components,  please ask your authorized Acer 
dealer whether the part will operate  within your AcerSystem system.
In order to ensure proper setup an d installation, please refer to the 
instructions provid ed with your new components.
Probable upgrades are: • Upgrade to high-capacity HDD
• Expand high-level memory
• Upgrade from a CD-ROM drive  to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-
RW combo or DVD write (selected models only)r
• Install additional interface card s in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI 
fax/modem card (selected models only) 
						

							
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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 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 non-bootable (non-system) disket te 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 start-
up 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 ne cessary fixes. However, if the 
diagnostic utility still reports a prob lem, then you may have to perform 
the recovery process to restore your  system to its original default factory 
settings. 
 
Note:   For more information abou t recovering your system, 
refers to the RCD instruction sheet. 
Q:   Nothing appears on the screen.
A:   Your computers power management  function automatically blanks the 
screen to save power. Just press an y key to turn the display back on.
If pressing a key does not work, you ca n restart your computer. If restarting 
your computer does not work, contact your dealer or the technical support 
center for assistance.
Q:   The printer does not work. 
						

							
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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  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/mut e knob on your USB keyboard to 
toggle from mute to sound on. 
• If headphones, earphones, or extern al speakers are connected to the 
line-out jack of your computer, th e internal or built-in speakers are 
automatically turned off.
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 disk.  
• Make sure the CD or DVD is in serted 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) disk. If your drive 
cannot 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 writeable/re-writeable disk.
A:   Check the following:
• Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write-protected.
• Make sure that you are using the correct type of disk or diskette.   
						

							
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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 not spill liquid 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 an d 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 exce ed the fuse rating.
Cleaning and servicing
To clean your computer and keyboard
1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord.
2 Use a soft cloth moistened with wate r 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 at the base of the mouse.
2 Take out the rubber ball and wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. 
						

							
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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 into the computer
• If the computer is not operating normally
• If a computer problem persists even  after you have checked and applied 
the troubleshooting tips  discussed in the Frequently asked questions 
section on page 5
• If your problem is not listed in the  Frequently asked questions section 
on page 5
• If you want to replace or upgrade any of your computers internal  components
Asking for technical assistance
For technical assistance, contact your lo cal dealer or distributor.  You may 
also access the Web site (http:// global.acer.com/support/index.htm
) for 
information on how and where to cont act the service centers available in 
your area.