Acer AcerPower 2100 User manual

AcerPower 2100
User’s Guide

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Document EDITION PART NUMBER DATE
History First Edition Oct 1998
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to make changes to the products described in this manual at any time and without notice.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions carefully. Save them 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
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. This product
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation is 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. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a
third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power
outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the
outlet, contact your electrician to replace the outlet. Do not defeat the
purpose of the grounding-type plug.
9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product
where persons will walk on the cord.
10. 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

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rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15
amperes.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. 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

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14. Use only the proper type of power supply cord (provided in your
keyboard/manual accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable
type: UL listed/CSA certified, type SVT/SJT, rated 6A 125V minimum.
Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters).
15. Replace the 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 technician.
The battery may explode if not handled
properly. Do not recharge, disassemble or
dispose of in fire. Keep away from children and
dispose of used battery promptly.

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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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Table of Contents
Introduction
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
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1.1.1 Selecting a Site.................................................................................1-1
1.1.2 Unpacking Components.................................................................1-1
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1.2.1 Front Panel ......................................................................................1-2
1.2.2 Rear Panel........................................................................................1-3
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1.3.1 Connecting the Keyboard...............................................................1-4
1.3.2 Connecting the Monitor .................................................................1-5
1.3.3 Connecting the Mouse....................................................................1-6
1.3.4 Connecting the Printer (Optional).................................................1-7
1.3.5 Complete System Connections......................................................1-8
1.3.6 Connecting Multimedia Components (Optional) ........................1-9
1.3.6 Connecting to the Network..........................................................1-10
1.3.7 Connecting the Fax/Modem (Optional).....................................1-11
1.3.8 Connecting USB Devices (Optional) ...........................................1-12
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1.7.1 Software Error Messages .............................................................1-16
1.7.2 System Error Messages ................................................................1-16
1.7.3 Correcting Error Conditions........................................................1-19

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Chapter 2 System Board
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2.3.1 Jumper and Connector Locations..................................................2-5
2.3.2 Jumper Settings ...............................................................................2-6
2.3.3 Onboard Connector Functions.......................................................2-7
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 $XGLR )XQFWLRQ 
 86%
 /$1 )XQFWLRQ
 +DUGZDUH 0RQLWRULQJ )XQFWLRQ
 0RGHP 5LQJLQ )XQFWLRQ
 :DNHRQ /$1 )XQFWLRQ
Chapter 3 BIOS Utility
 (QWHULQJ 6HWXS
 6\VWHP ,QIRUPDWLRQ
3.2.1 Processor..........................................................................................3-4
3.2.2 Processor Speed...............................................................................3-5
3.2.3 Internal Cache..................................................................................3-5
3.2.4 External Cache.................................................................................3-5
3.2.5 Floppy Drive A................................................................................3-5
3.2.6 Floppy Drive B ................................................................................3-5
3.2.7 IDE Primary Channel Master.........................................................3-6
3.2.8 IDE Primary Channel Slave............................................................3-6
3.2.9 IDE Secondary Channel Master.....................................................3-6
3.2.10 IDE Secondary Channel Slave........................................................3-6
3.2.11 Total Memory..................................................................................3-6

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 3URGXFW ,QIRUPDWLRQ 
3.3.1 Product Name.................................................................................3-8
3.3.2 System S/N.....................................................................................3-8
3.3.3 Main Board ID ................................................................................3-8
3.3.4 Main Board S/N.............................................................................3-8
3.3.5 System BIOS Version......................................................................3-8
3.3.6 DMI BIOS Version..........................................................................3-8
 'LVN 'ULYHV 
3.4.1 Floppy Drives..................................................................................3-9
3.4.2 IDE Drives.....................................................................................3-10
 2QERDUG 3HULSKHUDOV 
3.5.1 Serial Port 1...................................................................................3-14
3.5.2 Parallel Port...................................................................................3-15
3.5.3 Onboard Device Settings..............................................................3-17
 3RZHU 0DQDJHPHQW
3.6.1 Power Management Mode...........................................................3-19
3.6.2 Power Switch < 4 sec....................................................................3-20
3.6.3 Schedule Resume from Suspend .................................................3-20
3.6.4 System Wake-Up Event................................................................3-21
 %RRW 2SWLRQV 
3.7.1 Boot Sequence...............................................................................3-22
3.7.2 First Hard Disk Drive...................................................................3-22
3.7.3 Primary Display Adapter.............................................................3-22
3.7.4 Fast Boot........................................................................................3-22
3.7.5 Silent Boot......................................................................................3-23
3.7.6 Num Lock After Boot................................................................... 3-23
3.7.7 Memory Test.................................................................................3-23
3.7.8 Configuration Table......................................................................3-23
3.7.9 Boot from LanDesk Service Agent..............................................3-24
 'DWH DQG 7LPH
3.8.1 Date................................................................................................3-24

AcerPower 2100 User’s Guidexii
3.8.2 Time................................................................................................3-25
 6\VWHP 6HFXULW\
3.9.1 Setup Password.............................................................................3-26
3.9.2 Power-on Password......................................................................3-29
 $GYDQFHG 2SWLRQV
3.10.1 Memory/Cache Options...............................................................3-31
3.10.2 PnP/PCI Options ..........................................................................3-33
 /RDG 'HIDXOW 6HWWLQJV
 $ERUW 6HWWLQJV &KDQJH 
 ([LWLQJ 6HWXS
Chapter 4 Installing Optional Components
 ,QVWDOODWLRQ 3UHFDXWLRQV
4.1.1 ESD Precautions..............................................................................4-1
4.1.2 Pre-installation Instructions ...........................................................4-2
4.1.3 Post-installation Instructions..........................................................4-3
 5HPRYLQJ DQG 5HSODFLQJ WKH +RXVLQJ &RYHU
4.2.1 Removing the Housing Cover........................................................4-4
4.2.2 Replacing the Housing Cover ........................................................4-6
 'LVDVVHPEOLQJ DQG 5HDVVHPEOLQJ WKH 6\VWHP
 5HSODFLQJ WKH +DUG 'LVN 'ULYH
 ,QVWDOOLQJ DQG 5HPRYLQJ ([SDQVLRQ %RDUGV
4.5.1 Installing a PCI Card.....................................................................4-11
 ,QVWDOOLQJ $GGLWLRQDO 0HPRU\
4.6.1 Installing a DIMM.........................................................................4-14
4.6.2 Removing a DIMM .......................................................................4-15
4.6.3 Reconfiguring the System.............................................................4-15
 8SJUDGLQJ WKH &38
4.7.1 Removing the Pentium II CPU.....................................................4-16
4.7.2 Installing a Pentium II CPU..........................................................4-17
4.5.3 Installing the Celeron CPU...........................................................4-19

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 )URQW 3DQHO
 5HDU 3DQHO
 &RQQHFWLQJ WKH .H\ERDUG
 &RQQHFWLQJ WKH 0RQLWRU
 &RQQHFWLQJ WKH 0RXVH
 &RQQHFWLQJ WKH 3DUDOOHO 3ULQWHU
 &RPSOHWH 6\VWHP &RQQHFWLRQV
 &RQQHFWLQJ 0XOWLPHGLD &RPSRQHQWV
 &RQQHFWLQJ WR WKH 1HWZRUN
 &RQQHFWLQJ WKH 7HOHSKRQH /LQH DQG +DQGVHW WR WKH )D[0RGHP 
 &RQQHFWLQJ 86% 'HYLFHV
 6\VWHP %RDUG /D\RXW 
 6\VWHP %RDUG -XPSHU DQG &RQQHFWRU /RFDWLRQV
 -XPSHU 6HWWLQJ /DEHO /RFDWLRQ
 5HPRYLQJ WKH 6FUHZV
 5HPRYLQJ WKH +RXVLQJ &RYHU
 5HSODFLQJ WKH +RXVLQJ &RYHU
 6HFXULQJ WKH 6FUHZV
 'HWDFKLQJ WKH 0HWDO &RYHU
 5HPRYLQJ WKH 'ULYH )UDPH ZLWK &'520 KDUG GLVN DQG LQFK 'LVNHWWH 'ULYHV

 5HPRYLQJ WKH +DUG 'LVN 'ULYH
 5HPRYLQJ D +DUG 'LVN 'ULYH IURP WKH %UDFNHW
 $WWDFKLQJ D +DUG 'LVN 'ULYH WR WKH %UDFNHW
 $WWDFKLQJ D +DUG 'LVN 'ULYH WR WKH %UDFNHW
 ,QVWDOOLQJ D 3&, &DUG
 ,QVWDOOLQJ D ',00 
 5HPRYLQJ D ',00 
 3UHVVLQJ WKH /DWFKHV
 3UHVVLQJ WKH /DWFKHV DQG 'HWDFKLQJ WKH &38 
 ,QVHUWLQJ WKH &OLS (QGV LQWR WKH 3URFHVVRU +ROHV

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 ,QVWDOOLQJ WKH 3HQWLXP ,, &38
 ,QVWDOOLQJ WKH 3HQWLXP ,, &38
 ,QVWDOOLQJ WKH &HOHURQ 3URFHVVRU
 ,QVWDOOLQJ WKH 5HWHQWLRQ 0RGXOH
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 6\VWHP (UURU 0HVVDJHV
 6Z 6HWWLQJV 
 6Z 6HWWLQJV 
 -XPSHU 6HWWLQJV
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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
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have to press on the keyboard.
NOTE
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information related to the current
topic.
WARNING
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result from doing or not doing
specific actions.
CAUTION
Suggests precautionary measures to
avoid potential hardware or
software problems.
IMPORTANT
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relevant to the accomplishment of
the procedure at hand.