Veriton 5200 User’s guide
Copyright © 2001 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved. Veriton 5200 User’s guide Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications.
iii Notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device 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.
iv Use conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully.
v 9 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. 10 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.
vi Laser compliance statement The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive in this computer is a laser product. The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive’s classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
iii iii iv v vi vi 1 First things first 1 Package contents Before you start... Important tips Cleaning and servicing Asking for technical assistance Accessing your online guide 3 4 4 4 5 5 2 System tour 7 Features Performance Multimedia Connectivity Front panel Rear panel The keyboard The mouse Disk drives Hard disk 3.
Turning on your computer Turning off your computer Connecting options Connecting your printer Connecting to the network Connecting USB devices Connecting multimedia devices 4 Upgrading your computer Installation precautions ESD precautions Preinstallation instructions Post-installation instructions Opening your computer To remove the computer cover To replace the computer cover Internal components System boards Mainboard layout Audio board Upgrading your computer Installing additional memory Replacing the
1 First things first
This chapter describes the contents of your computer package and also provides important tips on how to take care of your computer.
3 Package contents Before you unpack your computer, make sure that you have enough space to set up your computer. Carefully unpack the carton and remove the contents.
4 1 First things first Before you start... Please read the safety instructions listed in this section. Following these instructions on the care and use of your new computer will help you maximize its durability. Important tips • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields. • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water on the computer.
5 To clean your mouse 1 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse. 2 Take out the rubber ball and wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. 3 Put the ball back and close the cover.
6 1 First things first
2 System tour
This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer.
9 Features Here are just a few of your computer’s many features: Performance • Intel Pentium® 4 processor with Intel NetBurst™ microarchitecture • System memory expandable to a maximum of 3 GB • Power management function • 3.
10 2 System tour Front panel Your computer’s front panel consists of the following: Label Icon Description 1 USB ports 2 Microphone-in port (front)see note 3 Headphone/Earphone port 4 Hard disk activity indicator 5 System activity indicator
11 Label Icon Description 6 Power indicator 7 Power button 8 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW Headphone/ Earphone port 9 Volume control tuner 10 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive indicator 11 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive 12 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Skip/ Forward button 13 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Stop/Eject button 14 3.5-inch floppy drive Eject button 15 3.5-inch floppy drive 16 3.5-inch floppy drive indicator 17 5.25-inch drive bay Note: The system has two microphone-in ports (front and rear).
12 2 System tour Rear panel Your computer’s rear panel consists of the following: Label Icon Color Description 1 Power supply 2 Main power switch 3 Power cable socket 4 Voltage selector switch 5 Green PS/2 mouse port 6 Purple PS/2 keyboard port 7 Black USB ports
13 Label Icon Color Description 8 White Network port 9 Teal or Turquoise Serial port 1 10 Teal or Turquoise Serial port 2 11 Burgundy Parallel/Printer port 12 Gold Game/MIDI port 13 Lime Audio-out/Line-out jack 14 Light blue Audio-in/Line-in jack 15 Microphone-in port (rear) 16 Expansion slots 17 CRT/LCD monitor port For information on how to connect the peripherals, see “Connecting peripherals” on page 27 and “Connecting options” on page 37.
14 2 System tour The keyboard Your computer comes with a USB keyboard. The keyboard has fullsized keys that include separate cursor keys, two Windows keys, and twelve function keys. For information on how to connect your USB keyboard, please see “Connecting peripherals” on page 27. No. Component Function 1 Function keys Access most of the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Setup utility.
15 No. Component Function 3 Windows logo key Start button. Combinations with this key perform special functions, such as: • Windows + Tab: Activate the next Taskbar button • Windows + E: Explore My Computer • Windows + F: Find Document • Windows + M: Minimize All • Shift + Windows + M: Undo Minimize All • Windows + R: Displays the Run dialog box 4 Application key Opens the applications context menu (same function as clicking the right button of the mouse).
16 2 System tour No. Component Function 10 Multimedia keys Allow you to do the following: 11 12 Internet/Suspend keys Programmable keys • Play/Pause button - press to start playing the audio or video file. Press again to pause. • Stop button - press to stop playing the audio or video file. • Forward button - press to skip forward to the next file and start playing. • Backward button - press to skip backward to the previous file and start playing.
17 The mouse Your computer comes with a USB mouse. The mouse has one ratchet wheel and two buttons: a right button and a left button. Quickly pressing and releasing the buttons is called clicking. Sometimes, you will need to do a double-click (clicking the same button twice quickly) or a right-click (clicking the right button quickly). For information on how to connect your USB mouse, see “Connecting peripherals” on page 27. No.
18 2 System tour Disk drives Your Veriton 5200 computer comes with the following disk drives: Hard disk Your computer is preinstalled with a high-capacity Enhanced-IDE (E-IDE) hard disk. Refer to “Replacing the hard disk” on page 58 for instructions on how to upgrade or replace your hard disk. 3.5-inch floppy drive Your computer’s 3.5-inch floppy drive supports 720-KB and 1.44-MB capacity diskettes. Floppy diskettes are compact, lightweight, and easy to carry around.
19 will allow you to store and modify data in your diskettes. • When you put a label on a 3.5-inch diskette, make sure that the label is properly attached (flat on the surface) and within the labeling area (area with a slight surface depression) on the diskette. An improperly attached label may cause a diskette to get stuck in the floppy drive when you are inserting or removing it. CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Your computer may come with a CD-ROM, a DVD-ROM or a CD-RW drive.
20 2 System tour • When cleaning discs, use a clean, dust-free cloth and wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge. Do not wipe in a circular motion. • Clean your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive regularly. You may refer to the cleaning kit for instructions. Cleaning kits can be purchased in any computer or electronics shop. To insert a CD/DVD into your computer’s CD-ROM/DVDROM/CD-RW drive: 1 Gently press the drive Stop/Eject button located on the front panel.
21 2 When the disc tray slides open, insert the CD/DVD with the label or title side of the disc facing upward. 3 Gently press the disc down to make sure that it is properly inserted. Caution! While pressing the CD/DVD, be careful not to bend the disc tray. Make sure that the CD/DVD is properly inserted before closing the disc tray. Improper insertion may damage both the CD/DVD and the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive. 4 Gently press the drive Stop/Eject button again to close the disc tray.
22 2 System tour
3 Setting up your computer
This chapter contains step-by-step instructions on how to set up your computer and connect additional peripherals.
25 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. It is necessary to adjust your chair to fit your body.
26 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. Placing it too high will add tension to your shoulder muscles.
27 Connecting peripherals Setting up your computer is easy. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the keyboard, the mouse, the monitor, and the power cable. Connecting your keyboard USB keyboard Plug your USB keyboard cable into any of the USB ports port) located on the front and rear panel of your computer.
28 3 Setting up your computer PS/2 keyboard Plug your PS/2 keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port (purple port) located on the rear panel of your computer.
29 Connecting your mouse USB mouse Plug your USB mouse cable into any of the USB ports port) located on the front and rear panel of your computer.
30 3 Setting up your computer PS/2 mouse Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port located on the rear panel of your computer.
31 Serial mouse Plug the serial mouse cable into any of the the serial ports or turquoise port) located on the rear panel of your computer.
32 3 Setting up your computer Connecting a CRT monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the CRT monitor cable into the CRT monitor port computer. (blue port) located on the rear panel of your Note: Refer to the monitor manual for additonal instructions and information.
33 Connecting the power cable Caution: Before you proceed, check the voltage range in your area. Make sure that it matches your computer’s voltage setting (refer to page 12 for the location of the voltage selector switch on the rear panel of your computer). If they don’t match, change your computer’s voltage setting according to your area’s voltage range. Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the rear panel of your computer.
34 3 Setting up your computer Turning on your computer After connecting the necessary peripherals and plugging in the power cable, you are now ready to turn the computer on and get to work. To turn on your computer: 1. Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 On the rear panel of your computer, set the voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your area (a) then turn on the power switch (b).
35 3 On the front panel of your computer, press the power button. Important: Make sure that the power cable is properly plugged into an electrical outlet. If you are using a power strip or an AVR (Auto-Voltage Regulator), make sure that it is plugged in and turned on.
36 3 Setting up your computer Turning off your computer To turn off your computer, on the Windows taskbar click on the Start button, point to Shut Down..., select Shut down from the dropdown window then click on OK. You can then turn off all peripherals connected to your computer. If you cannot shut down your computer, press the power button for at least four seconds. Quickly pressing the button may put the computer in a Suspend mode only.
37 Connecting options Connecting your printer Your Veriton 5200 computer supports parallel, serial and USB printers. To connect a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel/ printer port computer. (burgundy port) located on the rear panel of your Note: The printer shown below is for your reference only. Actual device model may vary in different countries.
38 3 Setting up your computer Connecting to the network You can connect your computer to a Local Area Network (LAN) using a network cable. To do so, simply plug the network cable into the network port computer. (white port) located on the rear panel of your Note: Consult your operating system manual for information on how to configure your network setup.
39 Connecting USB devices Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a new serial bus design that is capable of cascading low-/medium-speed peripherals (less than 12 Mbps) such as a keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem. With USB, complex cable connections can be eliminated. Your computer comes with four USB ports: two each on both the front and rear panels. These ports allow you to connect additional USB devices to your computer without using up its system resources.
40 3 Setting up your computer Note: Most USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows you to connect or daisy-chain more USB devices.
41 Connecting multimedia devices Your Veriton 5200 computer comes with multimedia features which allow you to connect such devices as speakers, a microphone, speakers, headphones or earphones, an external CD player and a joystick (for games). Note: The multimedia devices shown below are for your reference only. Actual device models may vary in different countries. Plug the devices in as follows: • microphone: connects to the Mic-in port (pink port) located on the front and rear panel of your computer.
42 • 3 Setting up your computer earphones, headphones: connect to the Headphone/Earphone 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/mute know on the USB keyboard.
43 • external USB speakers: connect to the Audio-out/Line-out jack (lime jack) and USB port rear panel of your computer.
44 • 3 Setting up your computer joystick: connects to the Game/MIDI port on the rear panel of your computer (gold port) located Note: For information on how to configure multimedia devices, consult the documentation that came with each device.
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.
47 Installation precautions Before you install any computer component, we recommend that you read the following sections. These sections contain important ESD precautions along with preinstallation and post-installation instructions. ESD precautions Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk drives, expansion boards, and other components.
48 4 Upgrading your computer Post-installation instructions Observe the following after installing a computer component: 1 See to it that all components are installed according to the stepby-step instructions in their respective sections. 2 Replace any expansion board(s) or peripheral(s) that you removed earlier. 3 Connect the necessary cables. 4 Replace the computer cover. 5 Turn on the computer.
49 Opening your computer Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off your computer and all peripherals connected to it. Read the “Preinstallation instructions” on page 47. You need to open your computer before you can install additional components. See the following section for instructions. To remove the computer cover 1 Turn off your computer and unplug all cables. 2 Place your computer on a flat, steady surface.
50 4 Upgrading your computer To replace the computer cover 1 Align the cover to the housing frame and then push it in to slide it back into place. 2 Turn the thumbscrews clockwise to secure the cover.
51 Internal components The figure below shows what your computer looks like once you remove the cover: No. Component 1 3.5-inch drive bay 2 5.
52 4 Upgrading your computer System boards Mainboard layout The mainboard becomes accessible once you open your computer.
53 Label Component AGP AGP slot BT1 Battery CN2 PS/2 mouse (upper) and keyboard (lower) ports CN3 Power connector CN4 Network (upper) and USB (lower) ports CN5 Serial port (lower right and left) and parallel port (upper) CN6 Memory stick connector CN7 IDE 2 connector CN8 IDE 1 connector CN9 MIDI/game (upper), line-out (left), line-in (middle), and rear mic-in (right) ports CN10 Power connector (12 V power) CN14 CD-in connector CN15 FDD Connector CN16 Intrusion connector CN17
54 4 Upgrading your computer Label Component FN1 3-pin CPU fan connector FN2 3-pin system fan connector FN3 3-pin system fan connector JP1 LAN active LED connector JP3 Model select JP14 1-2 Clear CMOS 2-3 Normal2 PCI1 to 3 PCI slots 1 to 3 U5 CPU socket U12 Intel 845 chipset U16 SMSC chipset U21 Intel ICH2 chipset U29 BIOS chipset 1 2 Share connection with serial port 2 (COM 2) Default value
55 Audio board The audio board that came with your computer should look like the figure that follows. Label Description JP1 Audio connector - connects to the AUDIO2 connector of the mainboard CN1 USB connector - connects to the USB2 connector of the mainboard CN2 and CN3 USB ports JK1 Microphone-in port (front) JK2 Audio-out port Note: The system has two microphone-in ports (front and rear). However, you can not use both of them at the same time.
56 4 Upgrading your computer Upgrading your computer Certain components of your computer are upgradeable such as the memory, the hard disk and the expansion cards. However, for safety purposes, we do not recommend that you perform these upgrades yourself. If you want to replace or upgrade any of these components, contact your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance.
57 4 Gently pull the DIMM upward to remove it from the socket (b). To install a DIMM 1 Locate the DIMM socket on the mainboard. 2 Open the clips on the socket. 3 Align then insert the DIMM into the socket (a). 4 Press the clips inward to lock the DIMM into the socket (b). Note: The DIMM sockets are slotted to ensure proper installation. If you insert a DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket, you may have inserted it incorrectly. Turn the DIMM and try to insert it again.
58 4 Upgrading your computer To reconfigure your computer Your computer automatically detects the amount of additional memory installed. Run the BIOS Setup utility to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of it. For more information on BIOS, refer to the Veriton 5200 online guide (see “Accessing your online guide” on page 5). Replacing the hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer’s hard disk: 1 Remove the computer cover.
59 5 Remove the four screws that hold the hard disk to the disk frame and detach the hard disk. Set the screws aside. 6 Insert the new hard disk into the frame and secure it with four screws. . Note: Make sure that the other ends of the disk cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the mainboard.
60 4 Upgrading your computer 7 Reinstall the metal bracket frame to the housing. 8 Connect the power and disk drive cables to the hard disk. 9 Replace the computer cover. Installing an expansion card Note: Observe the “Preinstallation instructions” on page 47 when installing or removing a computer component. To install an expansion card: 1 Remove the computer cover. 2 Locate an empty PCI slot on the mainboard. 3 Remove the screw that holds the bracket to the computer. Save the screw.
61 4 Pull out the bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty slot. 5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging. 6 Align the card in the empty bracket and then insert it into the slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated.
62 4 Upgrading your computer 7 Secure the card to your computer with a screw. 8 Replace the computer cover. When you turn on the computer, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the newly-installed devices.
5 System utilities
This chapter describes the applications that came with your computer.
65 System utilities Depending on the hardware and optional features installed in your Veriton 5200 computer, your system came bundled with several program utilities designed to streamline your computer's operations. These utilities may include any of the following: • Acrobat® Reader™ • LANDesk Client Manager (LDCM) • Norton AntiVirus • NTI CD-Maker 2000 • PowerDVD • VariSpeed • BIOS utility All these applications are very easy to use.
66 2 5 System utilities Follow all onscreen instructions. For more information on how to use LDCM, refer to the LDCM Help menu. Note: LDCM only supports models running on Windows Me and Windows 2000. Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an antivirus software which detects and repairs infected files in your system. It also serves as an antivirus shield by scanning email attachments to ensure that no infected file disturbs the integrity of your system data.
67 PowerDVD (for models with DVD) PowerDVD is a high-quality DVD player software which allows you to enjoy your favorite movies and karaoke right at your desktop. You can play back high resolution DVD titles or MPEG-2 files in MPEG-2 video and Dolby Digital (AC-3) audio. Available only on models with DVDROM installed.
68 5 System utilities need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems and get the "Run Setup" message, you will need to run this utility. Note: Before you run BIOS, make sure that you have saved all open files. The computer reboots immediately after you exit Setup. To run the BIOS utility, press the key combination Ctrl+Alt+Esc.
69 Reinstalling programs If you uninstall one of the preinstalled programs and want to reinstall it, do the following: 1 Make sure that the system is turned on. 2 Insert the System CD into the CD or DVD drive. 3 Follow all onscreen instructions. 4 Remove the System CD and insert the Recovery CD into the CD or DVD drive. 5 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.
70 5 System utilities
6 Frequently asked questions
This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer by yourself. Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. key link: www.acersupport.com.
73 FAQs Acer is dedicated in bringing you a reliable and easy to maintain computer. However, we realize that some problems may arise unexpectedly. Below are possible questions that may arise during the use of your computer with corresponding easy troubleshooting solutions to the situation. Q: I pressed the power button on but the system did not boot up. A: Check the power indicator. If the indicator is not lit, no power is being applied to the system.
74 6 Frequently asked questions Q: Nothing appears on the screen. A: Your computer’s power management function automatically blanks the screen to save power. Press any key to turn the display back on. If pressing a key does not work, you can restart your computer. If restarting your computer does not work, contact your dealer or the technical support center for support. Q: My printer does not work.
75 • Check your drive by using a good (i.e., undamaged) diskette or a good CD/DVD. If your floppy drive, CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive cannot read the information on the good diskette or CD/ DVD, there may be a problem with the drive. Contact your dealer or technical support center for assistance. Q: System cannot write to a diskette or disc. A: Check the following: • Make sure the diskette is not write-protected. See “Disk drives” on page 18.
76 6 Frequently asked questions
77 Index M mouse 17 O online guide B BIOS Setup utility 67 Q C Q&A computer cover remove 49 replace 50 computer maintenance 4 CDs/DVDs 19 cleaning 4 diskettes 18 servicing 4 connecting options multimedia devices 41 audio line-in device 43 earphones/headphones 42 external speakers 41 joystick 41 microphone 41 network 37, 38 printer 37 R D disk drives 18 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive 19 inserting 20 floppy drive 18 not write protect 19 write protect 18 hard disk drive 18 features 9 connectivity 9 mu
78 remove DIMM 56 computer 52, 56 install an expansion card 60 installation precautions 56 ESD 56 post-installation 48 preinstallation 56 replace components 52, 56 replace the hard disk 58 USB devices 39
