Acer Aspire G600 User manual

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Table
of Contents
Welcome 1
Major Benefits 2
Before You Start 2
Safety Instructions 2
Setting Up The System 3
Placement Tips 3
System Overview 4
Computer Front View 4
Computer Rear View 6
System Components 8
System Components 9
The Mouse 9
The Keyboard 12
The Speakers 15
The Monitor 16
Audio DJ 17
Cd Storage Unit 18
3-in-1 Flash Card Readers 19
TV Tuner (Optional) 21
Upgrading Your System 23
Opening The Case 23
Installing New Components 25
BIOS Settings 26
Questions & Troubleshooting 43
General System Problems 43
Cordless Keyboard/Mouse Problems 45

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Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing your new Aspire
computer! You now have the convenience and
flexibility of a full-featured multimedia PC, offering
increased productivity combined with first class
digital entertainment. Incorporating the latest
Microsoft®Windows®XP operating system, your
Aspire offers a host of functions designed to improve
your computing experience.
Major Benefits
Your new Aspire computer enables you to do the
following:
•Use the latest productivity software to perform a
range of office tasks, such as word processing,
working with financial spreadsheets and creating
presentations.
•Maximize your use of the Internet by download-
ing and playing exciting new multimedia files.
•Enjoy your audio CDs, even when you are not
using your computer for other tasks.
•Delight in using a stylish new PC that offers con-
venient connections for the latest peripherals.

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Before You Start
To ensure that you can use your computer safely and
correctly, please read this user guide carefully before
you start. For future reference, keep this user guide
handy at all times.
Safety Instructions
•Follow all warnings and instructions marked on
your computer.
•Do not attempt to service your computer your-
self. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
•Unplug your computer and monitor from the
wall outlet before cleaning or before opening
the case.
•Clean your computer case and monitor with a
damp cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
•Do not use your computer near water. Never spill
liquid of any kind on your computer.
•Do not place your computer on an unstable sur-
face.
•Do not expose your computer to a heat source or
leave it in direct sunlight for a prolonged period
of time.
•Do not cover or block any ventilation slots in the
case. Also, ensure the room has adequate ventila-
tion.
•Never push objects of any kind into your com-
puter.
•Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.
Do not locate your computer where anyone will
walk on the power cord.
•Your computer should be operated from the type
of power indicated on the marking label. If you
are unsure of the type of power available, con-
sult your dealer or local power company.
•Your computer is designed for connection to a
grounded (earthed) outlet. Do not disable this
important safety feature.
•If a power strip is used, make sure that the total
ampere rating of the equipment does not exceed
the power strip ampere rating. Use a power strip
with surge protection.

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•If your computer causes interference to radio or
television reception, try one or more of the fol-
lowing measures:
-Reorient or relocate the radio or television
antenna.
-Increase the distance between your computer
and the radio or television receiver.
-Connect your computer into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the radio
or television is connected.
-Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for more help.
Setting Up The System
It only takes a few minutes to set up your new Aspire
system. Start by preparing your workspace. Make
sure that the surface is stable, level and clean.
Open the box carefully, ensuring that you do not
damage the box or any of the other packing
materials. The box will be required if you ever have to
store or ship your computer. Unpack the box and set
out the contents on your work surface.
The package contains an Out Of Box Experience
(OOBE) poster. Refer to the OOBE poster for a step-
by-step guide to setting up your computer system.
Placement Tips
• For maximum viewing comfort, set up your mon-
itor at arm’s length from your seat, with the top
third of the screen at eye level. Tilt and swivel the
display to find the optimum position.
•Place your mouse and keyboard side by side in
front of the monitor. Check that you are able to
adopt a comfortable typing position.
•Choose a chair that can be adjusted for maximum
comfort.
•Make sure your work area is well lit.

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System Overview
Take a few moments to study your new Aspire
computer system. Learn the locations of the buttons,
ports and other hardware features.
Computer Front View
* Only applies to Aspire G600.
No Description
1CD Storage Unit*
2Audio DJ
3Drive Door*
4CD-ROM/DVD/CD-RW Drive
5FDD Drive
6Front Port Bay Door*
7Front Port Bay
8Memory Stick Reader
9SD/MMC Reader*
10 Microphone-in Port
11 Speaker/ Headphone Port
12 USB Port
13 1394 Port (Optional)
14 Power Button
15 Wireless Connect Button*

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Aspire G600
Aspire M500

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Computer Rear View
No. Description
1Power Jack
2Voltage Selector Switch
3Fan
4PS/2 Keyboard Port
5PS/2 Mouse Port
6USB Port
7Lan Port
8Serial Port
9Ventilation slot
10 Parallel Port
11 VGA Port
12 Audio Ports
13 Game Port
14 PCI Card slots

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Aspire G600
Aspire M500

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System Components
•Monitor - refer to page 16
•Keyboard - refer to page 12
•Mouse - refer to page 9
•Speakers - refer to page 15

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System Components
Your Aspire computer system is made up of several
components. These include the computer itself, the
monitor, keyboard, mouse and speakers. This section
provides a brief description of the main component
features.
The Mouse
The pointing device included in your Aspire computer
system is an optical mouse. Unlike a traditional
mouse that requires the use of a mouse pad for its
ball system to work effectively, an optical mouse can
be used on almost any surface. This allows you to
operate your mouse anywhere in the vicinity of your
computer - an important advantage on a cluttered
desktop.
Your optical mouse works by continuously bouncing a
small beam of light off the surface on which it is
being operated. The information from the returning
light beams is read by the mouse and transmitted to
the computer. In this way, your computer is able to
calculate the precise movements of the mouse.
Although your mouse can be used effectively on most
surfaces, highly reflective materials, such as glass or
metal, can distort the light signal. If you wish to
operate your mouse on a reflective surface you
should first cover the surface with a non-reflective
object, such as a book or a sheet of paper.
Two types of optical mouse are available: a standard
corded mouse and a cordless mouse. The type of
mouse included in your system depends on the
system model you purchased.

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Your mouse features standard controls: two buttons
and a scroll wheel for convenient navigation in
documents and web pages. For more help with
operating your mouse, see the mouse configuration
help on the taskbar.
Corded Mouse
If your Aspire computer system includes a corded
mouse, you should connect the cord to one of the
computer’s USB ports. See the OOBE poster for
guidance.
left button
right button scroll wheel

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Cordless Mouse
A cordless mouse provides the freedom to change
your work position without having to cope with an
obstructed or tangled cord.
If your Aspire computer system includes a cordless
mouse, you must allow the mouse and computer to
establish radio communication.
Before using your cordless mouse for the first time,
make sure that the batteries are correctly installed.
With the computer turned on and the Windows
operating system running, move the mouse within
range (not more than 2 meters/6 feet) of the
computer. Windows should detect the radio signal
and begin using the mouse. If Windows fails to detect
the mouse, pls follow below steps:
step 1: If you bought Aspire G600, press the connect
button on the front of the computer; If you
bought Aspire M500, press the connect button on the
receiver.
step 2: Press the connect button on the mouse.
Note: When your cordless mouse is running out
of batteries, a pop-up window will remind you
to recharge it.
connect button

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The Keyboard
Your Aspire computer system features a multimedia
keyboard, providing one-touch control for the most
important multimedia functions, as well as instant
access to your favorite websites.
Your keyboard features a standard set of keys,
including 12 function keys, four cursor direction keys
and a numeric keypad.
The multimedia keys provide the following functions:
The programmable hot keys can be set to open any
website or any application on your computer. When
you purchase your Aspire, the hot keys will have the
following default settings:
Home - opens your Internet home page.
Email - launches the email application.
Go - opens an application or website of your
choice.
Search - opens the Internet search engine.
No. Description
1Suspend
2Multimedia control
3Programmable Keys

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See the iTouch configuration help on the taskbar
for help with operating your keyboard or for
guidance on reprogramming the hot keys.
Two types of multimedia keyboard are available: a
standard corded keyboard and a cordless keyboard.
The type of keyboard included in your system
depends on the system model you purchased.
Corded Keyboard
If your Aspire computer system includes a corded
keyboard, you should connect the cord to the PS/2
keyboard port at the back of the computer before
starting Windows. See the OOBE poster for
guidance...
Cordless Keyboard
A cordless keyboard allows greater freedom of
movement. This means you can easily reposition your
keyboard to suit your changing workspace
arrangement.

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If your Aspire computer system includes a cordless
keyboard, you must allow the keyboard and
computer to establish radio communication.
Before using your cordless keyboard for the first time,
make sure that the batteries are correctly installed.
With the computer turned on and the Windows
operating system running, move the keyboard within
range (not more than 2 meters/6 feet) of the
computer. Windows should detect the radio signal
and begin using the keyboard. If Windows fails to
detect the keyboard, pls follow below steps:
step 1: If you bought Aspire G600, press the connect
button on the front of the computer; If you
bought Aspire M500, press the connect button on the
receiver.
step 2: Press the connect button on the keyboard.
Note: When your cordless keyboard is running
out of batteries, a pop-up window will remind
you to recharge it.

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The Speakers
Your Aspire computer system comes with a set of
speakers designed to maximize your enjoyment of
audio CDs and exciting new multimedia. Plug your
speakers into the speaker-out port at the back of
your computer. Refer to the OOBE poster for more
guidance with connecting the speakers. For more
information on using your speakers, refer to the
included manual.

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The Monitor
Your Aspire computer system includes a monitor
designed to provide high quality visual images. The
size and type of monitor included in your system
depends on the system model you purchased. Plug
your monitor into the VGA port at the back of your
computer. Refer to the OOBE poster for more
guidance with connecting the monitor. For more
information on using your monitor, refer to the
included manual..

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Audio DJ
Audio DJ offers all the convenience of an audio CD
player, enabling you to play your favorite music CDs
even when your computer is in power-off mode.
Operate Audio DJ as follows:
•Press any of the six buttons to turn the unit on. If
a CD is already loaded, the number of tracks will
be displayed on the display panel.
•Press the Stop/Eject button, and then load a CD
into the CD/DVD drive. Push the drawer to close
it.
•Press the Play/Pause button to start playing the
CD.
•Use the other buttons to control the playing of
the CD.
•“SP” will be displayed when Audio DJ is turned
off.
Audio DJ features the following control buttons:

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Audio DJ is automatically turned off after a short
period of inactivity. Press any of the six buttons to
reactivate the unit. You can continue using Audio DJ
to play CDs after you turn the computer on.
Alternatively you can use the computer’s on-board
audio system by running a music player application
such as Windows Media Player.
CD Storage Unit
Your Aspire computer provides a useful CD storage
unit, allowing you to keep your most frequently used
CDs handy for quick loading.
•Open and close the unit by gently sliding the
cover on its tracks.
•Stack your CDs (without their jewel cases) on the
spindle. Do not exceed the height of the spindle.
No. Description
1Volume Up
2Volume Down
3Next Track
4Previous Track
5Stop/Eject
6Play/Pause