User manual ACER ASPIRE X3200

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[. . . ] Refer to "Replacing the hard disk" on page 64 for instructions on how to upgrade or replace your hard disk 3 Setting up your computer This chapter contains step-by-step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals. 27 Arranging a comfortable work area Working safely begins with the arrangement of your work space and the proper use of equipment. For this reason, it is very important to take time and think about how you are going to arrange your work area. Here are some points to consider: Adjusting your chair Having the right kind of chair does not necessarily mean that you'll be properly supported. If you have a chair that tilts, lock the tilt knobs so that your chair will not tilt forward or backward while you are using your computer. Adjust your chair height in such a way that you can sit on it with your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet resting flat on the floor. Your torso works harder to maintain balance if you do not rest your body on the chair back. · · Positioning your PC You may position your computer in two ways: · · Tower-like/vertical position Regular desktop position To position your PC in the tower-like or vertical position: 1 2 Check the foot stands that came with your computer. Press the notch on both sides of the foot stands (a). 28 3 Setting up your computer Attach the foot stands to the slots on the housing frame (b) as shown in the figure below: To place your PC in the regular desktop position: 1 Check the foot stands that came with your computer. 29 2 Attach the foot stands as shown in the figure that follows. 3 Place your computer in the desired location. Take note of the following when selecting a location for your computer: · Do not put your computer near any equipment that might cause electromagnetic or radio frequency interference such as radio transmitters, televisions, copy machines, or heating and airconditioning equipment. You may place your computer beside your desk or under your table, as long as it does not block the space that you need for working and moving. · · 30 3 Setting up your computer Positioning your monitor Place your monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 50 to 60 centimeters away. Adjust the display in such a way that the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level. Positioning your keyboard The location of the keyboard is a very important factor to your posture. Placing it too far away will make your body lean forward forcing you to sit in an unnatural position. Adjust the keyboard height by flipping the folding stands located under the keyboard. To do so, simply plug the network cable into the network port (white port) on the rear panel of your computer. Note: Consult your operating system manual for information on how to configure your network setup. 43 Connecting multimedia devices You can connect multimedia devices such as microphone, earphone or headphone, external speakers, and audio line-in device. These devices will allow you to take advantage of your computer's multimedia features. Note: The multimedia devices shown below are for your reference only. Actual device models may vary in select countries. Plug the devices in as follows: Note: For information on how to configure multimedia devices, consult the documentation that came with each device. · microphone: connects to the microphone-in jack (pink port) located on the front and rear panel of your computer Note: The system has two microphone-in jacks (front and rear). By default, your system enables the microphone-in jack in front and disables the one at the back. 44 3 Setting up your computer · earphones, headphones: connect to the Headphone-out port (lime port) located on the front panel of your computer Note: To adjust the volume of the headphones, click on the Volume icon located on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen. When the Volume control pops up, drag the Volume control lever to the desired level. You can also use the Volume control button on the keyboard. 45 · external speakers: connect to the Audio-out/Line-out jack (lime jack) and Speaker power jack panel of your computer located on the rear · audio line-in device: connect to the Audio-in/Line-in jack (light blue jack) located on the rear panel of your computer 46 3 Setting up your computer Connecting USB devices Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus design that is capable of cascading peripherals such as a digital camera, keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem. Your computer comes with six USB ports: two on the front and another four on the rear panel. These ports support USB 2. 0 high-performance external devices such as webcams and digital still cameras. They also allow you to connect additional USB devices to your computer without using up its system resources. To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into any of the USB ports (black port). Note: The USB devices shown below are for your reference only. Actual device models may vary in select countries. 47 Note: Some USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows you to connect or daisy-chain more USB devices. 48 3 Setting up your computer 4 Upgrading your computer This chapter contains instructions on how to upgrade your computer and basic information about your system boards that you will find helpful when performing the upgrade process. 51 Installation precautions Before you install any computer component, we recommend that you read the following sections. [. . . ] Remove the System CD and insert the Recovery CD into the CD or DVD drive. After the operating system has been copied to your hard disk, remove the Recovery CD and insert the System CD into the CD or DVD drive. Follow all onscreen instructions until you finish the installation. 6 Caution: Using the Recovery CD will erase all files previously saved in your computer so make sure to back up your important files before starting the recovery process. Make sure that the Systems CD/Recovery CD is properly inserted into the CD or DVD drive. [. . . ]