Veriton 5800/6800/7800 Series

User's Guide

Copyright 2005. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Veriton 5800/6800/7800 Series User's Guide Original Issue: March 2005
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer. All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronically, mechanically, by photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
Veriton 5800/6800/7800 Series Desktop Computer
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Disposal instructions

Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle it.
USA For electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org.
Acer Empowering Technology
Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Acer ePerformance Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Acer eAcoustics Management

2 First things first

Specifications Package contents Accessing the User's Guide

3 System tour

Features
Performance Multimedia Connectivity
Front panel Rear panel Keyboard

Optical drive Hard disk

Internet/Email/Search keys Multimedia keys Volume control/mute keys Lock keys Cursor keys Windows keys Function keys Palm rest Taking care of your CDs and DVDs
4 Setting up your computer
Arranging a comfortable work area
Adjusting your chair Positioning your PC

Contents

1 Empowering Technology

Connecting peripherals

Positioning your monitor Positioning your keyboard Positioning your mouse Connecting your mouse and keyboard USB interface PS/2 interface Connecting a monitor Connecting the power cable
Turning on your computer Turning off your computer Connecting options
Connecting your printer Connecting the modem (optional) Connecting to the network Connecting multimedia devices Connecting USB devices
5 Upgrading your computer

Installation precautions

ESD precautions Preinstallation instructions Post-installation instructions To remove the computer cover To replace the computer cover To remove the side panel To replace the side panel Mainboard layout
Opening your Veriton 5800
Opening your Veriton 6800/7800 System boards

Upgrading your computer

Installing additional memory To remove a DDR2 DIMM To install a DDR2 DIMM To reconfigure your computer Replacing the Veriton 5800's hard disk Installing an expansion card Replacing the Veriton 6800/7800's hard disk
Installing an expansion card

6 System utilities

Adobe Reader Norton AntiVirus NTI CD&DVD-Maker (for models with CD or DVD Burner) PowerDVD (for models with DVD) BIOS utility Reinstalling programs Using backup (Windows XP only)

How do I open and watch a DVD? How do I check for viruses?
Disk defragmenter (Windows XP only)
How do I defragment my hard drive?
How do I back up files from my hard drive?
7 Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions

Appendix A: Notices

ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance FCC notice Notice: Canadian users Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem notices Notice for USA TBR 21 Notice for Australia Important safety instructions Macrovision copyright protection notice Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statement Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE marking
Appendix B: Taking care of your computer 87
Important tips Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard To clean your pointing device To clean your monitor When to contact a service technician Asking for technical assistance 89
Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer desktop.
It features six handy utilities: Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms. Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media. Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by optimizing disk space, memory and registry settings. Acer eRecovery Management backs up/recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. Acer eAcoustics Management regulates fan and processor speeds for a quieter working environment.
For more information, press the < > key to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on the appropriate utility and select the Help function.
Acer eDataSecurity Management
Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for MSN Messenger and Microsoft Outlook. There are two passwords that can be used to encrypt/decrypt a file: the supervisor password and the file-specific password. The supervisor password is a "master" password that can decrypt any file on your system; the file-specific password is assigned when you encrypt each individual file. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default file-specific password. This file-specific password will be used to encrypt files by default, or you can choose to enter your own file-specific password when encrypting a file.

Note: The password used encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it. If you lose the password, the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. If you lose both passwords, there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file! Be sure to safeguard all related passwords!

Acer eLock Management

Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock up your removable data, optical and floppy drives to ensure that data can't be stolen while your computer is unattended. Removable data devices includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable disk drives that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system Optical drive devices includes any kind of CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drives Floppy disk drives 3.5-inch disks only
To activate Acer eLock Management, a password must be set first. Once set, you may apply locks to any of the three kinds of devices. Lock(s) will immediately be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain locked after rebooting, until unlocked. If you do not set a password, Acer eLock Management will reset back to the initial status with all locks removed.
Note: If you lose your password, there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your computer or taking your PC to an Acer Customer Service Center. Be sure to remember or write down your password.
Acer ePerformance Management
Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer computer. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance:
Memory optimization release unused memory and check usage Disk optimization remove unneeded items and files Speed optimization improve the usability and performance of your Windows XP system
Acer eRecovery Management
Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system's HDD. User-created backups are stored on D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: Password protection Recovery of applications and drivers Image/data backup Back up to HDD (set recovery point) Back up to CD/DVD Recover from a hidden partition (factory defaults) Recover from the HDD (most recent user-defined recovery point) Recover from CD/DVD

Audio Keyboard Monitor Security
Realtek ALC880 with embedded Intel HDA CODEC PS/2 or USB multimedia keyboard Choice of Acer CRT or LCD monitors Acer Empowering Technology Lock pad and intrusion alert

Housing

Veriton 5800 Series: 370 (H) x 130.2 (W) x 435 (D) mm Veriton 6800 Series: 370 (H) x 183 (W) x 450 (D) mm Veriton 7800 Series: 450 (H) x 187 (W) x 495 (D) mm
Management software Industry standards
Norton AntiVirus Acer Empowering Technology PC2001 SMBIOS (DMI) 2.3.1 PCI 2.3 WFM 2.0 ACPI 2.0 Microsoft OnNow ENERGY STAR MacroVision
Power supply Certification
300 W FCC, CE, C-tick, BSMI, VCCI, CCC, cUL, UL, Nemko, GS (TUV), ENERGY STAR
Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.

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. If any of the following items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: Veriton series Items contained in the accessory box USB or PS/2 keyboard USB or PS/2 mouse
User's Guide and installation poster Other user documentation and third-party software
Accessing the User's Guide
This User's Guide is also available on your computer as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file. To access the User's Guide (for Windows XP) On the Windows XP taskbar, click on the start button then select Help and Support. On the Help and Support Center home page, double-click the Veriton Series Online icon.
This chapter discusses the features and components of your computer.
Here are just a few of your computer's many features:

Performance

Intel Celeron supporting FSB up to 533 MHz, or Intel Pentium 4 supporting FSB (front side bus) up to 800/1066 MHz Intel 945G Express chipset DDR2 667, 4 DIMM slots, expandable to 4 GB dual-channel memory Power management function CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo, DVD-Dual or DVD-Super multi drive High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk

Multimedia

Intel high-definition audio Supporting up to 7.1 surround sound, audio CODEC support for 192 KHz quality, multiple streams. 3D quality audio system via onboard audio controller Audio-in/line-in, audio-out/line-out, headphone-out and microphone-in interfaces

Connectivity

Two PS/2 interfaces for mouse and keyboard One serial port (optional 2nd serial port connection) One parallel port One VGA port Eight Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (four on the front; four on the rear panel) High-speed V.92, 56K fax/modem (manufacturing option) Gigabit Ethernet LAN support with remote wake-up function

Multimedia keys

Allow you to conveniently play, pause, stop, advance or rewind a song or movie using your keyboard.
Key Backward Play/pause Stop Forward
Description Press to skip backward to the previous track or video file. Press to start playing the audio track or video file. Press again to pause. Press to stop playing the audio track or video file. Press to skip forward to the next track or video file.

Volume control/mute keys

Key Volume up Volume down Mute
Description Press to increase audio volume. Press to decrease audio volume. Toggle sound on/off.

Lock keys

The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off to switch between functions.
Lock key Scroll Lock Num Lock
Description When activated, the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up arrow or down arrow, respectively. When activated, the keypad is set to numeric mode, i.e., the keys function as a calculator (complete with arithmetic operators such as +, -, * and /). When activated, all alphabetic characters typed appear in uppercase (same function as pressing Shift + <letter>).

Caps Lock

Note: Scroll Lock may not work with some applications.

Cursor keys

The cursor keys, also called the arrow keys, let you move the cursor around the screen. They serve the same function as the arrow keys on the numeric keypad when the Num Lock is toggled off.

Windows keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

Key Windows key

Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < < < < < < > + <Tab> Activates the next Taskbar button. > + <E> > + <F1> > + <F> > + <R> > + <M> Opens the My Computer window. Opens Help and Support. Opens the Find: All Files dialog box. Opens the Run dialog box. Minimizes all windows. > + <M> Undoes the minimize all windows action.

<Shift> + <

Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application's context menu. key

Function keys

The function keys, F1 - F12, let you perform specific functions, depending on the application that uses them.

Palm rest

The detachable palm rest provides you with a comfortable place to rest your hands while typing.

Setting up your computer is easy. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the mouse, the keyboard, the monitor, and the power cable.
Note: The peripherals shown in the connections below are for your reference only. Actual device models may vary in select countries.
Connecting your mouse and keyboard

USB interface

Plug your USB mouse or keyboard cable into any of the USB ports on the front and rear panels of your computer. located

PS/2 interface

Plug the PS/2 mouse and keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port (purple port) and mouse port (green port) located on the rear panel of your computer.

Connecting a monitor

To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the monitor port (blue port) located on the rear panel of your computer.
Note: When a VGA card is added to the PCI Express slot, the monitor should be connected to the add-on card and the onboard VGA will be disabled.
Note: Refer to the monitor manual for additional instructions and information.
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. If they don't match, change your computer's voltage setting according to your area's voltage range. Set the voltage selector switch to the voltage range applicable to your area (a). Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the rear panel of your computer (b). Then plug the other end of the power cable into a power outlet (c).

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: Turn on all peripherals connected to your computer, such as the monitor, printer, speakers, etc. 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.
Turning off your computer
To turn off your computer, follow the steps below. For Windows XP: On the Windows XP taskbar, click on the Start button, and click Turn Off Computer, then click Turn Off. Turn off all peripherals connected to your computer.

Note: The USB devices shown below are for reference only. Actual device models may vary by geographic region.
Note: Some USB devices have a built-in USB port which permits you to connect more USB devices.
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.
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. Always observe the following precautions before you install a computer component: Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until you are ready to install it. Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the computer before handling components. If a wrist strap is not available, maintain contact with the computer throughout any procedure requiring ESD protection.
Preinstallation instructions
Always observe the following before you install any component: 5 Turn off your computer and all the peripherals connected to it before opening it. Then unplug all cables from the power outlets. Open your computer according to the instructions on page 49. Follow the ESD precautions described above before handling a computer component. Remove any expansion boards or peripherals that block access to the DIMM sockets or component connectors. See the following sections for specific instructions on the component you wish to install.
Warning! Not turning off the computer properly before you start installing the components may cause serious damage. Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections unless you are a qualified service technician.
Post-installation instructions
Observe the following after installing a computer component: See to it that the components are installed according to the step-by-step instructions in their respective sections. Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you removed earlier. Replace the side panels. Connect the necessary cables and turn on 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 49. You need to open your computer before you can install additional components. See the following section for instructions:
To remove the computer cover
3 Turn off your computer and unplug all cables. Place your computer on a flat, steady surface. Turn the thumbscrews counterclockwise with your fingers to release the cover. a b Hold the cover with both hands. Slide it back about an inch and then gently lift it upward to detach it.

To replace the computer cover
Align the cover to the housing frame and then push it in to slide it back into place. Secure the cover with the thumbscrews you released earlier.
Opening your Veriton 6800/7800

To remove the side panel

Turn off your computer and unplug all cables. Place your computer on a flat, steady surface. Turn the screws counterclockwise with your fingers to release the cover. Hold right panel (from rear view) with both hands. Slide it back about an inch and then gently pull it outward to detach it.

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To replace the side panel
Align the side panel's hinges to the housing frame and then push it in to slide it back into place. Secure the side panels with the two screws.

System boards

Mainboard layout
The mainboard becomes accessible once you open your computer. Refer to the section below for the corresponding mainboard layout of your Veriton 5800/ 6800/7800 series computer model.
No. Component memory slots CPU socket USB connectors S/PDIF audio connector System fan connector BIOS 4 Serial ATA IDE connectors Chassis intrusion connector
No. Component CPU fan connector ATX 12V power connector PCI Express X16 connector CD audio connector External COM port connector OneButton Recovery connector USB connectors Front LED connector Clear CMOS jumper No jumper normal Jumper clear CMOS
2 PCI conventional bus connectors 8
Lithium battery Parallel ATA IDE connector
Diskette drive connector Main power connector
Certain components of your computer are upgradeable, such as the memory, the hard disk, the CPU and the expansion cards. You need to observe the "Installation precautions" on page 49 when installing or removing a computer component. 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.
Note: The mainboard model shown in the following figures may not be exactly the same as the one found in your computer.
Installing additional memory
The four 240-pin sockets on the mainboard support Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM)-type DIMMs. You may install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB or 1 GB DIMMs for a maximum memory capacity of 4 GB. The DDR2 DIMMs require 1.8 volts. You can install PC2 3200/DDR2 400, or PC2 4300/DDRmodules in the DDR2 DIMM sockets. Contact your dealer for qualified DIMM vendors. Each DDR2 DIMM socket is independent from the other. This independence allows you to install DDR2 DIMMs with different capacities to form different configurations.

To remove a DDR2 DIMM

Note: The DDR2 DIMM has only one notch located toward the center of the module. Remove the side panel. Locate the DDR2 DIMM socket on the mainboard.

If the LED is lit, check the following:
Note: For more information about recovering your system, see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 3.
Nothing appears on the screen.
Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen to save power. Just 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 technical support center for assistance.
The printer does not work.
Do the following: Make sure the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on. Make sure the printer cable is connected securely to the system's parallel or USB port and the corresponding port on the printer. See "Connecting your printer" on page 41 for more information. For additional information concerning the printer, refer to the printer's documentation.
No sound comes out from the computer.
Check the following: The volume may be muted. Look for the Volume icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute option. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle from mute to sound on. If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the lineout jack of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off.
System cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information.
Check the following: Make sure you are using the correct type of disk. Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly. Check if the CD or DVD is clean and unscratched. Check your drive by using a good (undamaged) disk. If your drive can not read the information on the good disk there may be a problem with the drive. Contact your dealer or technical support center for assistance.
System cannot write data on the hard disk or CD-R/CD-RW.
Check the following: Make sure the diskette or hard disk is not write-protected. Make sure you are using the correct type of disk or diskette.
ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance
As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment. Avoid using a telephone line (other than the cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
Macrovision copyright protection notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; and 6,516,132.
Lithium battery statement
CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig hndtering. Udskiftning m kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Lver det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandren. ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Anvnd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera anvnt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. VAROITUS Pristo voi rjht, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hvit kytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti. VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
Laser compliance statement
The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label content (shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS. LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT: UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN PRODUCTO LSER DE LA CLASE I ADVERTENCIA: RADIACIN LSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS. ADVARSEL: LASERSTRLING VEDBNING SE IKKE IND I STRLEN. VARO! LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSTEILYLLE. VARNING: LASERSTRLNING NR DENNA DEL R PPNAD L TUIJOTA STEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRLEN VARNING: LASERSTRLNING NAR DENNA DEL R PPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRLING NAR DEKSEL PNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRLEN

Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity
This device 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. The following local manufacturer/importer is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Model: Name of responsible party: Address of responsible party: Personal computer Veriton 5800/6800/7800 Acer America Corporation
2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 USA
Mr. Young Kim 408-922-2909 408-922-2606
Contact person: Tel: Fax:
Declaration of Conformity for CE marking
Name of manufacturer: Address of manufacturer: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221 Taiwan, ROC Declares that product: Model: Personal computer Veriton 5800/6800/7800
Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonised standards: EN55022:1994 /A2: 1997: Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference characteristics of Information Technology Equipment EN55024: 1998/A1: 2001: Information technology equipment Immunity characteristics Limits and methods of measurement including: EN61000-4-2: 1995/A1: 1998/A2: 2001 EN61000-4-3: 1996/A1: 1998 EN61000-4-4: 1995/A2: 2001 EN61000-4-5: 1995/A1: 2001 EN61000-3-2: 2000: Limits for harmonics current emissions EN61000-3-3: 1995/A1: 2001: Limits for voltage fluctuations and flicker in low-voltage supply systems Conforms to the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonised standard: EN60950: 2000: Safety of Information Technology Equipment Including electrical business equipment. This equipment has been approved to Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same equipment will continue to comply with the requirements. 03/15/2005 Easy Lai, Director Qualification Center Product Assurance Date EN61000-4-6: 1996/A1: 2001 EN61000-4-8: 1993/A1: 2001 EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001
Appendix B: Taking care of your computer
Please read the important instructions listed in this section. Following these instructions will help you maximize the durability of your computer.

Asking for technical assistance
For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. You may also access the Web site (www.acersupport.com) for information on how and where to contact the service centers available in your area.
accessing the online Users Guide applications 65 15

front panel

internet/suspend key email 26 suspend 26 web browser 26

BIOS utility 69

keyboard 25
computer cover remove 51 replace 51 computer maintenance 88 cleaning 88 servicing 88 connecting options multimedia devices 43 audio line-in device 45 earphones/headphones 44 external speakers 43 microphone 43 network 41, 42 printer 41 serial mouse 42 USB devices 45
lock keys Caps Lock 27 Num Lock 27 Scroll Lock 27
mainboard Veriton mainboard multimedia key forward 26 play/pause 26 stop 26 54

NTI 67 68

PowerDVD
disk drives CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive inserting CDs/DVDs 30 taking care CDs/DVDs 32 hard disk 32
rear panel 22 remove the side panel 52
safety CD-ROM 83 FCC notice 78 general instructions 80 modem notices 79 setting up computer 35, 37 area 35 chair 35 connecting peripherals external monitor 38 power cable 39 keyboard 36 monitor 36 mouse 36
features 19 connectivity 19 multimedia 19 performance 19 Frequently-asked questions 75 blank screen 75 no audio 76 no sound 76 printer not working 76 system cannot read disk 76 system cannot write to disk 76 system did not boot up 75
92 software 65 Norton AntiVirus 66 system boards 54 mainboard 54 system utilities Acrobat Reader 65 Norton AntiVirus 66 NTI CD-Maker 67 PowerDVD 68 reinstalling programs 69
upgrade add memory 56 install DDR DIMM 57 reconfigure computer 58 computer 56 install an expansion card 59 installation precautions post-installation 50 open computer reinstall side panel 53 replace components memory 56
turning off computer 40 software shutdown 40 suspend mode 40 turning on computer 40 power button 40
Veriton mainboard layout 54

BIOS Item BIOS code programmer BIOS version BIOS ROM size BIOS ROM package Support protocol Award R01-A1 4MB 32-pin PLCC package PCIX 1.0,PCI 2.2,APM 1.2,VESA/DPMS (VBE/PM V1.1), SMBIOS 2.3, E-IDE 1.1, ACPI 1.0b,ESCD1.03, PnP 1.0a, Bootable CD-ROM 1.0, USB 1.1~ USB 2.0, UHCI 1.0, ANSI ATA 3.0 ATAPI Yes Yes Yes Yes Specification
Boot from CD-ROM feature Support to LS-120 drive Support to BIOS boot block feature BIOS Password Control
The BIOS can be overwritten/upgraded by using AFLASH utility (AFLASH.EXE).
BIOS Hotkey List Hotkey c Function Enter BIOS Setup Utility Description Press while the system is booting to enter BIOS Setup Utility.
System Memory Item Memory Slot Number Supported Memory Size per Slot Supported Maximum Memory Size Supported Memory Speed Supported memory voltage Support memory module package Support to parity check feature Support to Error Correction Code (ECC) feature Memory module combinations 4 Slots 256 MB ~ 1GB 4GB 533/667 MHz 1.8 V 240-pin DIMM Yes Yes You can install memory modules in any combination as long as they match the above specifications. Specification
VRM (Voltage Regulator Module) Function CPU VRM CPU VRM Cache Memory Item First-Level Cache Configurations Cache function control Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup Second-Level Cache Configurations The information below is only applicable to system installed with a Pentium 4 processor Tag RAM Location L2 Cache RAM Location L2 Cache RAM type L2 Cache RAM size L2 Cache RAM speed L2 Cache function control L2 Cache scheme On Processor On Processor PBSRAM (Pipelined-burst Synchronous RAM) Depends on CPU, which is local configured Full of the processor core clock frequency (Advanced Transfer Cache) Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup Fixed in write-back Specification VRM Specification VRM10.1 VRM 9.0 Typical Voltage 0.8375~1.6v 1.1-1.85 Voltage Power Source 12 Voltage 12 Voltage Maximum Output 101A 70A
LAN Interface Item LAN Controller LAN Controller Resident Bus LAN Port Function Control 88E8052 LAN Controllers PCI Bus ONE RJ-45 on board Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup Specification

IDE Interface Item IDE Controller IDE Controller Resident Bus Number 40 pin PATA slot Device Type Support Transfer Rate Support ATA Mode Number STAT IDE slot Device Type Support Supports LS-120 Supports bootable CD-ROM Function Control Diskette Drive Interface Item Diskette Drive Controller Diskette Drive Controller Resident Bus Supported Diskette Drive Formats Function Control LPC47M182 LPC Bus 1.44MB, 2.88MB format and slim type diskette drive Enable/Disable by BIOS Setup Specification Built-in Intel ICH7 PCI bus 1 HDD, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM,Combo,DVD burner PIO 0/1/2/3/4 33/66/HDD,CD-ROM,CD-RW,DVD-ROM,DVD-RW,DVD+RW,DVD Dual,DVD Supermultiplus Yes Yes Enable/Disable by BIOS setup Specification
Serial Port Item Serial port controller Serial port controller resident bus Number of serial port Serial port location 16550 UART support Connector type LPC47M182 LPC Bus 1 Rear panel Yes 9-pin D-type female connector Specification
USB Port Item Universal HCI Controller Number of the connectors Location USB Class Wake-up Event Specifications
Device Power Button PS2 Keyboard USB Keyboard PME WOR (wake on Ring) RTC (real time clock) S1 S3 S4 S5
Specification USB 2.0/1.1 Intel ICHRear : 4 On-board header : 4 Support legacy keyboard for legacy mode
Enabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled
Enabled Disabled N/A Disabled Disabled Disabled

Thermal Design

Item Thermal Design Description
Provision for optional secondary fan Adequate venting in the front of chassis Adequate venting in the rear of chassis
Memory Address Map Address 0000000 - 009FFFF 00A0000-00BFFFF Size 640 KB System Memory 128 KB Video RAM Function Onboard DRAM Reserved for Graphics Display Buffer Non-Cacheable Reserved for ROM on I/O Adapters Reserved for ROM on I/O Adapters Reserved for ROM on I/O Adapters Reserved for ROM on I/O Adapters Reserved for ROM on I/O Adapters Reserved for SCSI BIOS Reserved Onboard
00C0000-00CFFFF 00D0000-00D3FFF 00D4000-00D7FFF 00D8000-00DBFFF 00DC000-00DFFFF 00E0000-00E7FFF 00E8000-00EFFFF
32 KB I/O Expansion ROM 16 KB I/O Expansion ROM 16 KB I/O Expansion ROM 16 KB I/O Expansion ROM 16 KB I/O Expansion ROM 32 KB for SCSI BIOS 32 KB
Memory Address Map Address 00F0000-00FFFFF 0100000-0F9FFFF 0FA0000-0FFFFFF 64 KB BIOS System Memory 384 KB I/O Card Memory Size Function System ROM BIOS (ROM) System RAM BIOS (DRAM) Onboard DRAM Reserved for Memory Map I/O Card Non-Cacheable Onboard DRAM

1000000-FFFFFFF

Drop Test

Drop Test Definition Test Standard Package Cross Weight KGs 0~9.1 9.1~18.2 18.2~27.3 27.3~45.4 0~20 20~40 40~60 60~100 lbs CM Drop Height Inch Not of Drop The protection ability of packing & cushion must be capable of withstanding, with no physical or functional demage, mechanical impact from height-specific drops.
10 drops : one corner, three edges, six surfaces
Power Management Function ( ACPI support function)

Device Standby Mode

Independent power management timer for hard disk drive devices (0-15 minutes, time step=1 minute). Hard disk drive goes into Standby mode (for ATA standard interface). Disable V-sync to control the VESA DPMS monitor. Resume method: device activated (Keyboard for DOS, keyboard & mouse for Windows). Resume recovery time: 3-5 sec.

Global Standby Mode

Global power management timer (2-120 minutes, time step=10 minute). Hard disk drive goes into Standby mode (for ATA standard interface). Disable H-sync and V-sync signals to control the VESA DPMS monitor. Resume method: Return to original state by pushing external switch button, modem ring in, keyboard and mouse for APM mode. Resume recovery time: 7-10 sec.

Suspend Mode

Independent power management timer (2-120 minutes, time step=10 minutes) or pushing external switch button. CPU goes into SMM. CPU asserts STPCLK# and goes into the Stop Grant State. LED on the panel turns amber colour. Hard disk drive goes into SLEEP mode (for ATA standard interface). Disable H-sync and V-sync signals to control the VESA DPMS monitor. Ultra I/O and VGA chip go into power saving mode. Resume method: Return to original state by pushing external switch button, modem ring in, keyboard and mouse for APM mode. Return to original state by pushing external switch button, modem ring in and USB keyboard for ACPI mode.
ACPI specification 1.0b. S0, S1, S3 and S5 sleep state support. On board device power management support. On board device configuration support.

Dual Channel

VT x800 series support the Dual Channel Technology. After operating the dual channel technology, the bandwidth of memory bus will add double up to 4GB/s. The mainboard inculdes 4 DIMM slots, and each channel has two DIMM sockets as following: Channel A : DDR1, DDR3 Channel B : DDR2 , DDR4 If you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please note the following explanations due to the limitation of Intel chipset specifications.

Memory Number Only one DDR memory module is installed ? Two DDR memory modules are installed ( the same memory size and type) ? Three DDR memory modules are installed ? Four DDR memory modules are installed ?
Description The Dual Channel Technology cant operate when only one DDR memory module is installed. The Dual Channel Technology will operate when two memory modules are inserted individually into Channel A and B. If you install two memory modules in the same channel, the Dual Channel Technology will not operate. Pleae note that the Dual Channel Technology will not operate when three DDR memory modules are installed; part of them will not be detected. If you install four memory modules at the same time, the Dual Channel Technology will operate only when those modules have the same size and type.
NOTE: We strongly recommend user to slot two DDR memory modules into the DIMMs with the same color in order for Dual Channel Technology to work. The following tables include all memory-installed combination types: Dual Channel Technology (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side)
DDRmemory modules 4 memory modules DS/SS X DS/SS DDR2 X DS/SS DS/SS DDR3 DS/SS X DS/SS DDR4 X DS/SS DS/SS
Dont operate Dual Channel Technology (DS:Double Side, SS: Single Side)
DDR1 DS/SS X 1 memory module X X 2 memory module DS/SS X DS/SS DS/SS 3 memory module DS/SS X X DS/SS X X DS/SS X DS/SS DS/SS X DS/SS DDR2 X X DS/SS X X DS/SS DS/SS X DS/SS DS/SS DDR3 X X X DS/SS X DS/SS X DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DDR4
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) includes a CMOS SETUP utility which allows user to configure required setting or to active certain system features. The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS SRAM of the mainboard. When the power is turned off, the battery on the mainboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS SRAM. When the power is turned on, pushing the <Del> button during the BIOS POST (Power-On Self Test) will take you to the CMOS SETUP screen. You can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing Ctrl+F1. When setting up BIOS for the first time, it is recommended that you save the current BIOS to a disk in the event that BIOS needs to be reset to its original settings. Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily update or backup BIOS without entering the operating system. BIOS is a Window s-based utility that doesnt required users to boot to DOS before upgrading BIOS but directly download and update BIOS from the Internet.
Control Keys Item wxyz e ^ Move to selection Select Item Main Menu: Quit and not save changes into CMOS Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu, Exit current page and return to Main Menu. Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes General help, only for Status Page Setup Menu and Option Page Setup Menu Item Help Restore the previous CMOS value from CMOS, only for option Page Setup Menu Load the Optimized Defaults System Information Save all the CMOS changes, only for Main Menu Description

Product Informatoin

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright 1984-2004 Award Software Product Information Item Help Product Name Veriton Menu Level System S/N Main Board ID G945MK Main Board S/N System BIOS Version 6.00PG SMBIOS version 2.3 System BIOS ID R01-A1 BIOS Release Date 2005/5/11
: Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values
+/-/PU/PD: Value F10:Save ESC: Exit F7: Default Setting

F1: General Help

Parameter Product Name System S/N Main Board ID Main Board S/N System BIOS Version SMBIOS Version System BIOS ID BIOS Release Date
Description This item lists the product name This item lists the system serial number This item lists the mainboard ID This item lists the mainboard serial number This item lists the system BIOS version This item lists the system SMBIOS version This item lists the system BIOS ID This item lists the BIOS release date

Standard CMOS Features

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright 1984-2004 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Item Help Date (mm:dd:yy) Thr, May 26,2005 Menu Level > Time (hh:mm:ss) 22:31:24 Change the day, month, year <Week> Sun. to Sat. <Month> Jan. to Dec. <Day> Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory
IDE Channel 0 Master IDE Channel 0 Slave IDE Channel 1 Master IDE Channel 1 Slave Drive A Halt On
[ST300013AS] [None] [CD-ROM F565E] [None] 1.44M, 3.5" [All, But Keyboard]

640K 127M 128M

+/-/PU/PD: Value F10:Save F7: Default Setting
1 to 31 for maximum allowed in the month <Year> 1999 to 2098
ESC: Exit F1: General Help
The following table describes the parameters found in this menu:

Parameter Date

Description Lets you set the date following the weekdaymonth-day-year format
Options Week : from Sun. to Sat., determined by BIOS and is display only Month : from Jan. through Dec. Day : from 1 to 31 ( or the maximum allowed in the month) Year : from 1999 to 2098
Lets you set the time following the hour-minutesecond format
The items format is <hour> <minut><second>. The time is calculated base on the 24-hour military-time clock. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:00:00 IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press [Enter] to select this option for automatic device detection. IDE Primary/Secondary Master, Slave IDE Device Setup. You can use one of three methods: Auto : Allows BIOS to automatically detect IDE devices during POST (default) None : Select this if no IDE devices are used and the system will skip the automatic detection step and allow for faster system start up Manual : User can manually input the correct settings Access Mode : Use this to set the access mode for the hard drive. the four options are: CHS/LBA/Large/Auto (default: Auto)
IDE channel 0/1 Master, Slave
Allows you to configure the hard disk drive connected to the master port of IDE channel. To enter the IDE Master or Slave setup, press [Enter]. The IDE CD-ROM is always automatically detected.

Cylinder : Number of cylinders Head : Number of heads Precomp : Write precomp Landing Zone : Landing Zone Sector : Number of sectors
Access Mode allows you to select the access mode. The options are CHS, LBA, Large, and Auto. Drive A The category identifies the types of floppy disk drive A that has been installed in the computer. None : No floppy drive installed 360K, 5.25 : 5.25 inch PC type standard drive ; 360Kbyte capacity 1.2M, 5.25 : 5.25 inch AT-type high-density drive; 1.2M byte capacity (3.5 inch when 3 Mode is Enabled) 720K, 3.5 : 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 720Kbyte capacity 1.44M, 3.5 : 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 1.44Mbyte capacity 2.88M, 3.5 : 3.5 inch double-sided drive; 2.88Mbyte capacity

Parameter Halt On

Description This parameter enables you to control the system stops in case of Power On Self Test errors (POST)
Options No Errors : The system boot will not stop for any error that may be detected and you will be prompted All Errors : Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system will be stopped All, But Keyboard : The system boot will not stop for a keyboard error; it will stop for all other errors (Default value) All, But Diskette : The system boot will not stop for a disk error; it will stop for all other errors All, But Disk/Key : The system boot will not stop for a keyboard or disk error; it will stop for all other errors.

Advanced BIOS Features

The following screen shows the Advanced BIOS Features:
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright 1984-2005 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features Virus Warning Item Help [Disabled] CPU L1 & L2 Cache [Enabled] Menu Level Silent Boot [Enabled] Configuration Table [Disabled] Hard Disk Boot Priority [Press Enter] Quick Power On Self Test [Enabled] First Boot Device [CDROM] Second Boot Device [Floppy] Third Boot Device [CD ROM] Boot Other Device [Enabled] Boot Up NumLock Status [On] Gate A20 Option [Fast] Security Option [Setup] APIC Mode [Enabled] Limit CPUID Max. to 3 [Enabled] CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) [Enabled] ASF support [Disabled] On-Chip Frame Buffer Size [8MB]
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright 1984-2005 Award Software Hard Disk Boot Priority Item Help 1.Ch0 M. : ST380013AS 2. Bootable Add-in Cards

: Move

+/-/PU/PD: Value

F10:Save

ESC: Exit

Alt+F4 : Hidden Setting

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright 1984-2004 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features Virus Warning Item Help [Disabled] CPU L1 & L2 Cache [Enabled] Menu Level Silent Boot [Enabled] Configuration Table [Disabled] Hard Disk Boot Priority [Press Enter] Quick Power On Self Test [Enabled] First Boot Device [CDROM] Second Boot Device [Floppy] Third Boot Device [CD ROM] Boot Other Device [Enabled] Boot Up NumLock Status [On] Gate A20 Option [Fast] Security Option [Setup] APIC Mode [Enabled] HDD S.M.A.R.T Capability [Disabled] Limit CPUID Max. to 3 [Enabled] Intel XD bit [Disabled] CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2) [Enabled] ASF support [Disabled] Init Display First [Onboard/PEG] On-Chip Frame Buffer Size [8MB]

Parameter Virus Warning

Description This feature allows you to enable the VIRUS warning function for IDE Hard Disk boot sector protection. If this function is enabled and there is someone attempt to write data into this area, BIOS will show a warning message on screen and the alarm will beep. This feature allows you to enable or disable the CPU L1&L2 cache function. This features allows you to enable or disable if the screen logo to display or no during POST This feature allows you to enable or disable if showing summary screen or not This feature allows the system to skip certain tests while booting. When this function is enabled, it will decrease the time needed to boot the system, which means to quick power on self test function Press [Enter] to enter the sub menu to select Hard Disk Boot Device Priority. The item allows you to set the sequence of boot device where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system. This item allows you to enable or disable to boot from other device This item allows you to enable or disable to set keyboard is number keys or arrow keys This option is used to set up the A20 signal control necessary for access to the 1MB memory. Select whether the password is required every time the system boots or only when you enter setup. This option is used to set up enable or disable the APCI funtion Limit CPU ID function to 3. It helps to solve old OS like NT4 installing issue. Enabled Disabled

Options

CPU L1&L2 Cache Silent Boot Configuration Table Quick Power On Self Test
Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled

Hard Disk Boot Priority

Use wx to select a device, then press<+> to move it up, or < - > to move it down the list. Floppy, LS120, Hard Disk, CD-ROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USBCDROM, USB-HDD, LAN, Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Fast : Let chipset control Gate 20 Normal : A pin in the keyboard controller System Setup Enabled Disabled Enabled : Limit CPUID Maximum value to 3 when use older OS like NT4. Disabled : Disables CPUID Limit for Windows XP
First / Second / Third Boot Device Boot other Devices Boot Up NumLock Status Gate A20 Option

Security Option

APCI Mode Limit CPUID Max. to 3
CPU Thermal Monitor 2(TM2)
When Enable and CPU Die temperature Reach Threshold. Both core Clock Ratio & Voltage will be Reduced. When Disabled and CPU DIe Tlmperature Reach Threshold, Both Core CLock Ratio & Voltage will not be Reduced.

PCI/VGA Palette Snoop Hidden Setting Resource Controlled By
Enabled : Enable PCI/VGA Palette Snoop function Disabled : Disable this function Auto : Assign PnP resource (I/O address, IRQ& DMA channels) for Plug and Play compatible devices automatically. Manual : Assign resource manually When resource are controlled by manually, assign each system interrupt a type, depending on the type of device using the interrupt. PCI Device : Assign this IRQ for PCI device Reserved : Reserve this IRQ for other device

PCI Latency Timer

32/64/96/128

PC Health Status

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright 1984-2005 Award Software PC Health Status Chassis Opened Warning [Disabled] Item Help Chassis Opened No Menu Level o o Shutdown Temperature [90 C/194 F] VCore 1.34V +1.5V 1.50V + 3.3V +3.33V +5V 5.09V +12V 11.78V o Current CPU Temperature 59 C o Current System Temperature 28 C Current CPU Fan Speed 1784 RPM Current System Fan Speed 1220 RPM CPU Smart FAN Control [Enabled]
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10:Save F5: Previous Values F7: Default Setting
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright 1984-2005 Award Software PC Health Status Item Help Chassis Opened Warning [Disabled] Menu Level Chassis Opened No Shutdown Temperature VCore +1.5V + 3.3V +5V +12V Current CPU Temperature Adjust CPU Temperature CPU Temperature Offset Current System Temperature Adjust System Temperature System Temperature Offset Current CPU Fan Speed Current System Fan Speed CPU Smart Fan Function Low CPU Temperature Temp Range for CPU Fan CPU Fan PWM Duty System Smart Fan Function Low System Temperature Temp Range for System Fan System Fan PWM Duty
o o [90 C/194 F] 1.34V 1.50V +3.33V 5.09V 11.78V o 59 C Negative 15 o 28 C Negative RPM 1220 RPM [Enabled] o 56 C
32 C 65 [Enabled] o 28 C 10 C 85
Parameter Chassis Opened Warning Shutdown Temperature
Description Warning beep alerts as chassis opened. This feature allow to set the Shutdown temperature. Detect systems voltage status automatically Detect CPU Temperature automatically Detect CPU/SYSTEM Fan Speed status automatically This item allows you to enable or disable the SMART fan control function Enable Disabled Enabled Disabled 90 C/194 F Disabled

Current Voltage (V) Vcore /DDR18V/ +1.5V/+3.3V/+5V/+12V CPU Temperature CPU / SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM) CPU Smart Fan Function Hidden Setting System Smart Fan Function

Enabled/Disabled

Frequency Control
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright 1984-2005 Award Software Frequency Control SpreadSpectrum [Enabled] Item Help System Memory Multiplier [Auto] Menu Level Memory Frequency(Mhz) 533
: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10:Save F5: Previous Values F7:Default Setting
Parameter SpreadSpectrum System Memory Multiplier
Description This feature allows to enable/disable the Spread Spectrum modulate. This feature allows to set the memory frequency by DRAM SPD data. Enabled Disabled Auto Disabled
WARNING:wrong frequency may make system can not boot. CLear CMOS to overcome wrong frequency issue.

Load Default Settings

Selecting the field loads the factory defaults for BIOS and Chipset Features which the system automatically. detects.
Set Supervisor/User Password
When this function is selected, the following message appears at the center of the screen to assist you in creating a password.
The access rights and permission associated with the Supervisor password are higher than those os a regular User password. The Supervisor password can be used to start the system or modify the CMOS settings. The User password can also start the system. While the User password

Save & Exit Setup

Highlight this item and press <Enter> to save the changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility.
When the Save and Exit dialog box appears, press <Y> to save and exit, or press <N> to return to the main menu.

Exit Without Saving

Highlight this item and press <Enter> to discard any changes that you have made in the Setup Utility and exit the Setup Utility.
When the Exit Without Saving dialog box appears, press <Y> to discard changes and exit, or press <N> to return to the main menu. NOTE: If you have made settings that you do not want to save, use the "Exit Without Saving" item and press <Y> to discard any changes you have made.
This chapter will guide you how to disassemble and Reassemble the VT5800/6800/7800. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge. Wire cutter. Phillips screwdriver (may require different size). NOTE: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatches when putting back the components.

C3h C5h 01h 02h 76

. Checkpoint 03h 04h 05h 06h 07h 08h 09h 0Ah Initial Superio_Early _Init switch Reserved 1. Blank out screen 2. Clear CMOS error flag Reserved 1. Clear 8042 interface 2. Initialize 8042 self-test 1. Test special keyboard controller for Winbond 977 series Super I/O chips. 2. Enable keyboard interface. Reserved 1. Disable PS/2 mouse interface (optional) 2. Auto detect ports for keyboard & mouse followed by a port & interface swap (optional). 3. Reset keyboard for Winbond 977 series Super I/Q chips. Reserved Reserved Reserved Test F000h segment shadow to see whether it is R/W-able or not. If test fails, keep beeping the speaker. Reserved Auto detect flash type to load appropriate flash R/W codes into the run time area in F000 for ESCD & DMI support. Reserved Use walking 1s algorithm to check out interface in CMOS circuitry. Also set realtime clock power status, and then check for override. Reserved Program chipset default values into chipset. Chipset default values are MODBINable by OEM customers. Reserved Initial Early_Init_Onboard_Generator switch. Reserved Detect CPU information including brand, SMI type (Cyrix or Intel) and CPU level (586 or 686) Reserved Reserved Initial interrupts vector table. If no special specified, all H/W interrupts are directed to SPURIOUS_INT_HDLR & S/W interrupts to SPURIOUS_soft_HDLR. Reserved Initial Early_PM_INIT switch. Reserved Load keyboard matrix (notebook platform) Reserved HPM initialization (notebook platform) Reserved 77 Description
0Bh 0Ch 0Dh 0Eh 0Fh 10h 11h 12h 13h 14h 15h 16h 17h 18h 19h 1Ah 1Bh
1Ch 1Dh 1Eh 1Fh 20h 21h 22h Chapter 4
. Checkpoint 23h Description 1. Check validity of RTC value: e.g. a value of 5Ah is an invalid value for RTC minute. 2. Load CMOS settings into BIOS stack. If CMOS checksum fails, use default value instead. 3. Prepare BIOS resource map for PCI & PnP use. If ESCD is valid, take into consideration of the ESCDs legacy information. 4. Onboard clock generator initialization. Disable respective clock resource to empty PCI & DIMM slots. 5. Early PCI initialization -Enumerate PCI bus number -Assign memory & I/O resource -Search for a valid VGA device and VGA BIOS, and put it into C000:0 Reserved Reserved Reserved Initialize INT 09 buffer Reserved 1. Program CPU internal MTRR (P6 & PII) for 0-640K memory address. 2. Initialize the APIC for Pentium class CPU. 3. Program early chipset according to CMOS setup. Example: onboard IDE controller. 4. Measure CPU speed. 5. Invoke video BIOS. Reserved Reserved Reserved 1. Initialize multi-language 2. Put information on screen display, including Award title, CPU type, CPU speed. Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reset keyboard except Winbond 977 series Super I/O chips. Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved

CMOS Battery Failed CMOS Checksum Error- defaults loaded
CPU at nnnn Display switch is set incorrectly
Press ESC to skip memory test Floppy disk(s) fail
HARD DISK initializing - Please wait a moment HARD DISK INSTALL FAILURE
Hard disk(s) diagnosis fail
BIOS Messages Keyboard Error Or No Keyboard Present
Action/FRU Cannot initialize the keyboard. Make sure the keyboard is attached correctly and no keys are pressed during POST. To purposely configure the system without a keyboard, set the error halt condition in Setup to HALT ON ALL, BUT KEYBOARD. The BIOS then ignores the missing keyboard during POST. This message usually indicates that one or more keys have been pressed during the keyboard tests. Be sure no objects are resting on the keyboard. This message displays during a full memory test, counting down the memory areas being tested. If POST detects an error during memory testing, additional information appears giving specifics about the type and location of the memory error. If the system cannot boot using the current CMOS configuration, the BIOS can override the current configuration with a set of BIOS defaults designed for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. System OEMs may replace the Phoenix Technologies Award BIOS POST display with their own proprietary display. Including this message in the OEM display permits the operator to switch between the OEM display and the default POST display. POST detects an error in the primary master IDE hard drive. POST detects an error in the secondary master IDE hard drive. POST detects an error in the primary slave IDE hard drive. POST detects an error in the secondary slave IDE hard drive.
Keyboard is locked out - Unlock the key
Memory Test: Memory test fail
Override enabled - Defaults loaded
Press TAB to show POST screen
Primary master hard disk fail Primary slave hard disk fail Secondary master hard disk fail Secondary slave hard disk fail

Error Symptoms List

NOTE: To diagnose a problem, first find the error symptom in the left column. If directed to a check procedure, replace the FRU indicated in the check procedure. If no check procedure is indicated, the first Action/ FRU listed in right column is the most likely cause.
Error Symptom Processor / Processor Fan

Action/FRU

NOTE: Normally, the processor fan should be operative, and the processor clock setting should be exactly set to match its speed requirement before diagnosing any processor problems. Processor fan does not run but power supply fan runs. 1. Ensure the system is not in power saving mode. See Power Management in chapter 2. 2. With the system power on, measure the voltage of processor fan connector. Its reading should be +12Vdc. Its reading should be +12Vdc. If the reading shows normal, but the fan still does not work, then replace a good fan. 3. Main board. 1. Processor. 2. Main board. Main board and Memory NOTE: Ensure the memory modules are installed properly and the contact leads are clean before diagnosing any system problems. Memory test failed. Incorrect memory size shown or repeated during POST. 1. See "Memory" 2. Main board 1. Insert the memory modules in the DIMM sockets properly, then reboot the system. 2. Memory module. 3. Main board. 1. Enter BIOS Setup and load default settings. In Windows Systems, check settings in Power Management Property of Control Panel. 2. Reload software from Recovery CD. 1. 2. 3. 4. Diskette/IDE drive connection/cables Diskette/IDE disk drives See Undetermined Problems. Main board

Processor test failed.

System works but fails to enter power saving mode when the Power Management Mode is set to Enabled. Blinking cursor only; system does not work.
Diskette Drive NOTE: Ensure the diskette drive is auto-setting in BIOS Setup and its read/write head is clean before diagnosing any diskette drive problems.(If only one drive is installed, please make sure the drive is connected to master connector or the drive is set to master.) Media and drive are mismatched. 1. Ensure the diskette drive is configured correctly in the Disk Drives of BIOS Setup. 2. Ensure the diskette drive is correctly formatted. 3. Diskette drive connection/cable 4. Diskette drive 5. Main board 1. Ensure the diskette drive is not set to None in the Disk Drives of BIOS Setup. 2. Diskette drive power 3. Diskette drive connection/cable 4. Diskette drive 5. Main board

NOTE: Please do not fold the serial ATA cable in a 90-degree angle, since this might cause the loss of data during the transmission.

CD-In Connector: JCD1

The connector is for CD-ROM audio connector.
Front Panel Connector: F_PANEL1
The mainboard provides one front panel connector for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs.
SPDIF Out Connector: JSPDIFO
The connector allows you to connect to a SPDIF out bracket.
Front USB Connectors: JUSB1, JUSB2
The mainboard provides two USB 2.0 pinheaders (optional USB 2.0 bracket available) that are compliant with Intel (R) I/O Connectivity Design Guide. USB 2.0 technology increases data transfer rate up to a maximum throughput of 480Mbps, which is 40 times faster than USB 1.1, and is ideal for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and the like.
JUSB1 / JUSB2 Pin Definition
PIN 9 SIGNAL VCC USB0USB0+ GND Key PIN 10 SIGNAL VCC USB1USB1+ GND USBOC

JUSB1, JUSB2

(USB 2.0)
Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1
The F_AUDIO front panel audio connector allows you to connect to the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel (R) Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

JAUD1 Pin Definition

PIN SIGNAL PORT 1L GND PORT 1R PRESENCE# DESCRIPTION Analog Port 1 - Left channel Ground Analog Port 1 - Right channel Active low signal - signals BIOS that a High Definition Audio dongle is connected to the analog header. PRESENCE# = 0 when a High Definition Audio dongle is connected. Analog Port 2 - Right channel Jack detection return from front panel JACK1 Jack detection sense line from the High Definition Audio CODEC jack detection resistor network ConnectorKey Analog Port 2 - Left channel Jack detection return from front panel JACK2
PORT 2R SENSE1_RETIRN SENSE_SEND KEY PORT 2L SENSE2_RETIRN
IEEE 1394 Connector: J1394_1
The mainboard provides one 1394 pin header that allows you to connect optional IEEE 1394 port.

Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1

There is a CMOS RAM on board that has a power supply from external battery to keep the system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, use the JBAT1 (Clear CMOS) Jumper to clear data. Follow the instructions below to clear the data:
NOTE: You can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off. Then return to 1-2 pin position. Avoid clearing the CMOS while the system is on; it will damage the mainboard.