Acer AcerBasic II User manual

AcerBasic

User’s Guide

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Disclaimer

Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either

expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and

specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness

for any particular purpose. Any Acer Incorporated software

described in this manual is sold or licensed “as is”. Should the

programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and

not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its dealer) assumes the

entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or

consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software.

Further, Acer Incorporated reserves the right to revise this

publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents

hereof without obligation of Acer Incorporated to notify any person

of such revision or changes.

Acer is a registered trademark of Acer Incorporated. Microsoft and Windows 95

are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered

trademark and IRConnect is a trademark of IBM Corporation. Intel and Pentium

are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Other brand and product names

are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

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

reference.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water.

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

product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet 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 covered. 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

provided.

7. 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.

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

product where persons will walk on the cord.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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

13. Replace 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.

14. Warning! Battery may explode if not handled properly. Do not

disassemble or dispose of in fire. Keep away from children and

dispose of used battery promptly.

15. 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).

Caution on Lithium Batteries

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.

ADVARSEL!

Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun

ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Léver det brugte batteri tilbage til

leverandøren.

ADVARSEL

Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en

tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i

henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner.

VARNING

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Anvãnd samma batterityp eller en

ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera anvãnt

batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.

VAROITUS

Päristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan

laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan

ohjeiden mukaisesti.

VORSICHT!

Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch

denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung

gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference

Statement

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC

Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment 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

equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by

one or more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television

technician for help.

Notice 1:

The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to

operate the equipment.

Notice 2:

Shielded interface cables, if any, must be used in order to comply

with the emission limits.

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Canadian Department of Communications

Regulatory Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed Class B limits for radio

noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio

Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of

Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radio-

électriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils

numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le Réglement sur le

brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des

Communications du Canada.

Laser Compliance

The CD-ROM drive in the AcerBasic is a laser product. The CD-

ROM drive’s classification label (shown below) is located on the top

of the drive.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION:

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN

OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1

PRODUIT LASER ATTENTION:

RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER

INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.

EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX

RAYONS.

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE

LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT:

UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG,

WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET

NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN

PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE I ADVERTENCIA:

RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL

SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE A

LOS RAYOS.

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Congratulations on your purchase of the AcerBasic personal

computer. Compact in size, not in features, the AcerBasic

personal computer opens a window of information to your

home or office. We hope you enjoy your AcerBasic personal

computer as much as we enjoyed designing and making it

for you.

This user’s guide quickly guides you in setting up and using

your AcerBasic personal computer.

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Caution on Lithium Batteries

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FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

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Canadian Department of Communications Regulatory Statement

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Laser Compliance

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Unpacking

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Standard Items

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Optional Items

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Getting to Know your AcerBasic

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Basic Features

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Optional Features

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Setting Up the AcerBasic

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Locating the Connectors

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Front

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Rear

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Finding a Suitable Area to Place the AcerBasic

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Basic Connections

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Connecting to a Television or a Monitor

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Connecting the Power Cord

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Connecting Options

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Phone Line

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Network Line

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Printer

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Audio and Game Devices

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External Keyboard

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External Mouse

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Video Cassette Recorder or Camcorder

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Computer Video Camera

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Using the AcerBasic

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Turning on the Computer

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Using the Wireless Keyboard

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Installing the Battery

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Using the Floppy Disk Drive

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Guidelines on Floppy Disk Drive Use

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Inserting and Ejecting a Floppy Disk

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Using the CD-ROM Drive

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Guidelines on CD-ROM Drive Use

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Inserting and Removing a CD-ROM Disc

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Setting Passwords

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Setup Password

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Power On Password

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Communicating Between AcerBasics

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Transferring Files

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Maintenance

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Getting Help

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Accessing Online Help

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Getting Help Online

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Setup Utility

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BIOS Utility Main Screen

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Basic System Configuration

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Date and Time

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Diskette Drives

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IDE Drives

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Total Memory

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Enhanced IDE Features

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Large Memory Support Mode

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Num Lock After Boot

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Memory Test

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Quiet Boot

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Configuration Table

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Advanced System Configuration

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Internal Cache (CPU Cache)

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External Cache

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ECC/Parity Mode Selection

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Memory at 15-16 MB Reserved for

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USB Host Controller

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Power Saving Configuration

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Power Management Mode

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Monitored Activities

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QuickStart State Timer

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Point Device Location

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System Security

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Disk Drive Control

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Onboard Communication Ports

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Onboard PS/2 Mouse (IRQ 12)

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Setup Password

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Power On Password

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PCI/PnP System Configuration

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PCI IRQ Setting

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PCI Slots (1 and 2)

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Onboard VGA

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PCI IRQ Sharing

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VGA Palette Snoop

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Plug & Play OS

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Reset Resources Assignment

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Onboard LAN Chip

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Onboard Audio Chip

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Load Setup Default Settings

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