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Actual configuration may vary. 1 System tour Your computer consists of the following: Front panel Icon Description Icon Description Power button Floppy drive (selected models only) Microphone jack Optical drive (selected models only) Speaker or Media card reader headphone jack (selected models only) USB port IEEE 1394 port (selected models only) Rear panel Icon Description Icon Description PS/2 keyboard connector PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Serial port (selected models only) Printer connector USB port Microphone-in jack RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack Line-out / Speaker-out jack English EnglishEnglish 2 System tour System features Performance • AMD mainstream high-performance processor • Expandable system memory • Power management functionality • 3.5" inch floppy drive (optional) • Multimedia card reader (optional) • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW (52X/24X), DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD writer (optional) • High-capacity, PATA / SATA HDD (optional) • Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals Multimedia • Stereo-surround audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/line-in, audio-out/line-out, headphone-out and external microphone-in jacks Connectivity • Two PS/2 ports for keyboard and mouse • One parallel port • USB 2.0 ports (two front, others rear) • High-speed V.92, 56K fax/data modem (optional) • Ultra-fast Ethernet connection System peripherals The Aspire series computer consists of the system itself and system peripherals, like a mouse, keyboard, and a set of speakers (all optional). This section provides a brief description of basic system peripherals. 3 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) The included mouse is a standard two-button wheel mouse. Connect the mouse to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. English Note: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary. EnglishEnglish 4 Setting up your computer For more detailed information about the speakers, please refer to the included operating instructions. Note: Speakers are optional and the appearance might be different, depending on the actual product. Setting up your computer The Aspire series is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an AMD 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 Aspire series has standard I/O (input/output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports and stereo line-out jacks (one in front and one on the rear panel) and a stereo line-in jack. The system can accommodate extra peripheral equipment through these I/O ports. Your system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. Furthermore, the system is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP operating systems. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for your computer: • Do not place the system too close to other electrical equipment. • Do not place the system in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be stepped on. • Avoid placing the system in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for later use. 5 Ensure that all items are present and in good condition. If any of the following items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Aspire series • PS/2 or USB keyboard (manufacturing option) • PS/2 or USB mouse (manufacturing option) • Speakers (selected models only) • User's 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: Don't connect the system power cord before 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. In the event of a system crash, press and hold the power button on the front of the system for four seconds. After the system has shut down, turn off all peripheral devices. English EnglishEnglish 6 Setting up your computer System upgrade You can expand your Aspire series system quickly and easily by adding components. You can also upgrade the compon...
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