Acer Aspire 6200 User Manual

An Introduction to Your Aspire 54AspireAn Introduction to YourThe System: Aspire MicrotowerCD-ROM/DVD-ROM DriveCD-ROM/DVD-ROMEject ButtonExpansion BayDoor Power/QuickstartButtonPower Indicator LightActivity IndicatorLightProper Setup and Placement TipsIt’s important that your computer be set up correctly andaccording to your own comfort and ergonomic needs. Thefollowing tips should make your workstation a comfortableand healthy place:Monitor Level. Position your computer so that it is at arm’slength away and the top third of the monitor viewing area isat eye level. This helps prevent eye and neck strain. To furtherreduce eye strain, close your eyes and refocus on somethingother than your computer screen at least twice an hour. Mostmonitors come standard with a detachable tilt-and-swivel baseand adjustable, rear-mounted foot, which allow you to positionthe monitor exactly where you want it.Your Seat. If you plan to use your Acer computer for extendedperiods (for example, in a home office environment), select ahighly adjustable office chair with a five-pronged base. The seatand chair back should be adjustable, while you’re sitting in thechair, for height and tilt, and forward/backward positioning, andthe lumbar area of the back should be supported by the chairadjustments or a cushion. Arm rests should conform to yourelbow height and shoulder width and should be used for sup-port. For maximum comfort, vary positions frequently through-out the day. Use good posture when seated, keep your headcentered over your shoulders and, just like your mother alwaystold you, don’t slump over your work.Anti-Glare Coating. Some monitor screens are constructedwith a special anti-glare coating, which minimizes reflections thatcause eye strain and discomfort. To further reduce eye strain,close your eyes and refocus on something other than your com-puter screen at least twice an hour .Task Lighting. When room lighting is dimmed, there maybe insufficient light on documents or reference materials forcomfortable reading. A well-lit room or a few directional,adjustable task lights will allow you to see your monitor screenand other materials clearly, and with the least amount of strain.Hand and Wrist. Keep your wrists straight and your forearmsparallel to the floor while you are typing. If you use a wrist rest,use it only briefly for resting. Do not rest your hands on thetable or on the wrist rest while you are typing. During longperiods of typing, frequent breaks are recommended.