General Safety Precautions In order to ensure your safety and the safety of your computer, we ask specification in the country where you are located. A detailed list of you to carefully follow these safety precautions. the power specification for different countries can be found on Page ●...
A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Cleaning Tips When cleaning the computer, please make sure that the computer is Be careful when using Isopropyl Alcohol as this is a flammable liquid. Please keep away from children, naked flames or a switched off.
Warranty Guidelines All warranty repairs and service must be carried out by a GIGABYTE Warranty Limitations Authorized Repair Centre. The GIGABYTE Limited Warranty does not cover the following. ● Software, including the operating system and applications supplied GIGABYTE Limited Warranty with the product.
A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Regulatory Notices & Certifications Federal Communications Commission Notice. RF Exposure This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Caution: The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in a Class B digital service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These...
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● Note: The maximum operating temperature is 35 ℃ CE Notice (European Union) This symbol indicates this All-in-one PC A1840 complies with the EMC Directive and the European Union’s Low Voltage Directive. This symbol also indicates that A1840 meets the following technical standards:...
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A1840 computer. This A1840 computer provides excellent multimedia functionality and is designed to provide you reliable, no fuss computing. This manual will explain to you, step by step, how to setup and begin using your A1840. It provides basic configuring, operation, care and troubleshooting guidelines.
Non-Touch Screen right. manual.These images are for illustration purposes. 1.2 Familiarize Yourself with the A1840 Preparing To Setup Your computer Before attempting to set up your computer, to protect the computer and monitor, you should: •...
A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 1.3 Front View The following is an overview of the front of the computer. NO. Item Function The built-in microphone allows for the reception and transmission of voice and/or 1 Microphone other audio data to any program capable of utilizing the microphone.
1.4 Left View The following is a brief description of the left side of the computer. NO. Item Function Connect to an audio out jack on external Audio Input Jack audio equipment for audio sound. Connect to a SPDIF digital audio input on SPDIF Out certain expansion cards.
A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 1.5 Right View NO. Item Function The following is a brief description of the left side of the computer. The memory card reader offers the fastest and most convenient method to transfer Optical Disc pictures, music and data between your...
1.6 Rear View The following is an overview of the rear of the computer. NO. Item Function The Kensington lock slot allows you to Kensington secure your computer to an immovable Lock Slot object with an optional security cable. These are open vents for the fan to dissipate heat from the computer's internal components.
A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter will help you familiarize with all-in-one PC A1840. Certain parts of the all-in-one PC can be user upgraded while others are fixed and cannot be changed.
The power indicator will be illuminated when the power is switched on. After you turn on the A1840 for the very first time, do not turn it off until the operating system has been configured. Please note that the volume for the audio will not function until Windows Setup has completed.
A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 2.2 Upgrading Your A1840 Safety Measures: 2. Remove the back cover from the system. Computer and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by discharges of static electricity. Working on computers that are still connected to a power supply can be extremely dangerous.
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Replacing Hard Disk Drive: Loosen and remove the screws securing the motherboard metal cover. Before installing remove or install the HDD, adhere to the following cautions: • Take note of the drive tray orientation before sliding it out. • The tray will not fit back into the bay if inserted incorrectly. Follow these instructions to install the hard disk drive: 1.Loosen and remove the screws securing the HDD bracket.
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A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Installing Memory: Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. Follow these instructions to install the memory: ●...
System Recovery - Restore your A1840 operating system. 3. The recovery window will open and The hard drive of the A1840 has a hidden partition that contains give you the option to "Recovery" in the toolbar. You will be prompted if you a full backup image of the operating system that can be used to want to recovery.
A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 4 Troubleshooting This section will briefly cover some frequently encountered problems and questions and provide a quick guide to assist with solve these problems. Most problems can be resolved quickly, simply and easily and are not always a system problem. Should you encounter a problem that is not yet or differently listed, please consult the GIGABYTE website or call your unit supplier for assistance.
4.1 Identifying the Problem Q1.I have pressed the Power button, but my computer cannot ►If you are using a wired Internet connection, make sure that your start up. computer is using an Ethernet cable, instead of a tele-phone ● Check the power cable and power adapter are connected. cable, to connect with the broadband modem which is purchased ●...
A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 4.2 GIGABYTE Service Information ►If the Power button indicator lights up in white, the computer is More service information please link to GIGABYTE official website: www.gigabyte.com being supplied normally with power. Reconnect the power adapter and restart the system.
A1840 Specifications SKU Type A1840 ® ® 2nd Generation Intel Core™ i3/ i5/ i7 Processor Family / Intel Pentium Processor ® Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium Operation System ® Genuine Windows 7 Professional 18.5" 1366x768 LED backlight System Memory 2GB/4GB DDRIII, 2 slots(Max 8GB) ®...
A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL International Country Voltage Region Voltage Frequency Region Voltage Frequency Afghanistan 240V 50 Hz Brazil 127V / 220 V 60 Hz Albania 220V 50 Hz Brunei 240V 50 Hz Algeria 230V 50 Hz Bulgaria 230V 50 Hz...
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Region Voltage Frequency Region Voltage Frequency Dominican Republic 110V 60 Hz Honduras 110V 60 Hz East Timor 220V 50 Hz Hong Kong 220V 50 Hz Ecuador 120V 60 Hz Hungary 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz Egypt 220V 50 Hz Iceland 230V 50 Hz El Salvador...
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A1840 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Region Voltage Frequency Region Voltage Frequency Madeira 220V 50 Hz Oman 240V 50 Hz Malawi 230V 50 Hz Pakistan 230V 50 Hz Malaysia 240V 50 Hz Panama 110V 60 Hz Maldives 230V 50 Hz Papua New Guinea...