Acer CT300-52A User Manual
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April 2021 UM V1.00
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Table of Contents
UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER ............. 1
Installation precautions
.................. 1
ESD precautions
................................ 1
Required tools
...................................... 1
Pre-installation instructions
..... 2
Post-installation instructions
.. 2
System Upgrade
.................................... 3
Removing the rear system
cover
............................................................ 3
Installing the rear system
cover
............................................................ 4
Removing the left side system
cover
............................................................ 5
Installing the left side system
cover
............................................................ 6
Hard drives
............................................... 7
Removing the 3.5-inch hard
drives
........................................................... 7
Installing the 3.5-inch hard
drives
........................................................... 9
Memory
...................................................... 11
Memory configuration
guidelines
.............................................. 11
Removing a memory module
. 12
Installing a memory module
... 13
Graphic board
...................................... 14
Removing the Graphics board
........................................................................ 14
Installing the Graphics board
........................................................................ 16
M.2 SSD module
................................... 18
Removing the M.2 SSD module
........................................................................ 18
Installing the M.2 SSD module
........................................................................ 20
CONCEPT D PALETTE ............................. 23
ConceptD Palette Features
......... 23
Monitoring ................................................. 24
Split Screen ............................................... 25
App Center ................................................ 26
Creative Tools Settings ........................ 27
- UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER
0
Upgrading your Computer
In this section, you will find:
•
Instructions on how to replace a hardware component
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1
UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER
Installation precautions
Before you install any computer component, we recommend
that you read the following sections. These sections contain
important ESD precautions along with pre-installation 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:
1. Do not remove a component from its protective
packaging until you are ready to install it.
2. 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.
Required tools
In performing the component replacement process, you will
need the following tools:
• Philips screwdriver
• Hex screwdriver
• Flat screwdriver
• Scissors
Note
The screws for the different components vary in size. During the
disassembly process, group the screws with their corresponding
components to avoid mismatches when putting back the components.
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Pre-installation instructions
Always observe the following before you install any
component:
1. Make sure that the ODD and card reader slot is empty.
2. Turn off the power to the computer and all peripherals.
3. Unplug the power cord from the computer.
4. Unplug the network cable and all connected peripheral
devices from the computer.
5. Place the computer on a flat, steady surface.
6. Open your computer according to the instructions on
removing the left side system cover on page 4 and
removing the right side system cover on page 5.
7. See the following sections for specific instructions on
the component you wish to install.
Post-installation instructions
Observe the following after installing a computer component:
1. See to it that the components are installed according to
the step-by- step instructions in their respective
sections.
2. Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you
removed earlier.
3. Replace the system covers. See Installing the left side
system cover on page 5 and installing the right side
system cover on page 6.
4. Connect the necessary cables.
5. Turn on your computer.
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.
Warning
Hot surface. Allow the computer to cool off first before handling.
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3
System Upgrade
Removing the rear system cover
1. Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned
off your computer and all peripherals connected to it.
Read the Pre-installation instructions on page 2.
2. Remove the screw that secure the rear system cover
to the computer.
3. Take off the rear system cover.
4. Set the cover aside for re-installation later.
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Installing the rear system cover
1. Align the cover to the bottom part of the computer’s
rear side (
1
).
2. Push the rear system cover until it latches into place
(
2
).
3. Secure the rear system cover to the computer using
one screw.
4. Observe the Post-installation instructions on page 2.
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Removing the left side system cover
5. Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned
off your computer and all peripherals connected to it.
Read the Pre-installation instructions on page 2.
1. Remove the two screws that secure the left side
system cover to the computer (
1
).
2. Slide the cover toward the back of the computer and
pull away from the side of the computer (
2
).
3. Set the cover aside for re-installation later.
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7
Hard drives
The computer supports installation of two 3.5-inch SATA hard
drives in the internal HDD cage.
Removing the 3.5-inch hard drives
1. Perform the Pre-installation instructions on page 2.
2. Disconnect the power (
1
) and data (
2
) cables from the
hard drives.
3. Remove the hard drives from the chassis.
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4. Pull both sides of the HDD carrier (
1
) then remove the
hard drive (
2
).
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Installing the 3.5-inch hard drives
1. Remove the new hard drive from their packaging.
2. Place the hard drive into the carrier (
1
) and reinsert the
retaining screws into the hard drive (
2
).
3. Insert the hard drives into the chassis.
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11
Memory
The computer has four DDR4 U-DIMM slots that support up
to 64 GB maximum system memory.
Memory configuration guidelines
To ensure data integrity, use only Acer-approved DDR4 3200 MHz
type memory modules.
Memory modules must be installed starting with DIMM1 slot.
Always handle memory modules by its edges.
When installing memory modules, populate the DIMM slots
according to the table below.
Size
DIMM1
DIMM2
DIMM3
DIMM4
4GB
4GB
N/A
N/A
N/A
8GB
4GB
4GB
N/A
N/A
8GB
8GB
N/A
N/A
N/A
16GB
4GB
4GB
4GB
4GB
16GB
8GB
8GB
N/A
N/A
16GB
16GB
N/A
N/A
N/A
32GB
8GB
8GB
8GB
8GB
32GB
16GB
16GB
N/A
N/A
48GB
16GB
16GB
16GB
N/A
64GB
16GB
16GB
16GB
16GB
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12
Removing a memory module
1. Perform the Pre-installation instructions on page 2.
2. Remove the graphics board. See Removing the
graphics board on page 14.
3. Press outward the holding clips on both sides of the
DIMM slot outward to release the memory module (
1
).
4. Gently pull the memory module upward to remove it
from the DIMM slot (
2
).
5. Repeat steps 3~4 to remove the other memory
modules.
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13
Installing a memory module
1. Select an empty DIMM slot.
2. Remove the new memory module from its packaging,
handling it by the edges.
3. Align then insert the memory module into the DIMM
slot (
1
).
4. Insert the memory to the slot until the retaining clips
snap inward (
2
).
The module is keyed so it can only be inserted in one
direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the
notch in the module lines up with the tab in the
memory slot.
5. Repeat steps 1~4 to install the other memory modules.
6. Replace the graphics board. See Installing the
graphics board on page 16.
7. Observe the Post-installation instructions on page 2.
Note
DIMM slots on the mainboard must be installed only in certain configurations.
Numbers next to DIMM slots correspond to installation sequence.
Be sure to install the memory module in DIMM1 slot followed by DIMM2 slot.
- UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER
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Graphic board
The computer contains one or two Graphic boards installed in
the PCIE x16 slots. The detail configuration will be differed by
different models.
Removing the Graphics board
1. Perform the Pre-installation instructions on page 2.
2.
Disconnect the power cables from the graphics board.
3. Remove the three screws that secures the graphics
board to the chassis.
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4. Unlatch the metal clip that secure the graphics board
to the chassis.
5. Release the latch that secures the graphics board to
the mainboard (
1
).
6. Detach the graphics board from the PCIE x16 slot (
2
).
- UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER
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Installing the Graphics board
1. Remove the new graphics board from its packaging.
2. Insert the graphics boards into the PCIE x16 slot and
press it down until it latches into place.
3. Press the metal clip to secure the graphics board
bracket.
Note
For replace/upgrade graphic board, please check the specification of
graphic board & power supply first in order to make sure the graphic
board and power supply could work.
- UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER
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M.2 SSD module
The computer contains one M.2 SSD module installed in the
M.2 PCIE slot.
Removing the M.2 SSD module
1. Perform the Pre-installation instructions on page 2.
2. Remove the graphics board. See Removing the
graphics board on page 14.
3. Remove the screw that secures the M.2 SSD module
from the mainboard.
4. Detach the M.2 SSD module from the mainboard.
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5. Remove the thermal pad from the SSD module.
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Installing the M.2 SSD module
1. Remove the new M.2 SSD module from its packaging.
2. Place a thermal pad into the SSD module.
3. Insert the M.2 SSD module into its slot in the
mainboard.
- CONCEPT D PALETTE
22
ConceptD Palette
In this section, you will find:
•
Information on how to use the ConceptD Palette software
CONCEPT D PALLETE -
23
CONCEPT D PALETTE
ConceptD Palette software gives you instant access to your
user settings with the simple and intuitive user interface.
Adjust your color profile, monitor your system, and change
your settings on your ConceptD with ease. The Palette
software comes preinstalled on ConceptD products and is
only available for ConceptD products.
ConceptD Palette Features
Monitoring (System Information Dashboard)
Split Screen
App Center
Creative Tools Settings
To set up the ConceptD Palette application (Windows 10):
1. From the Start menu, select
All apps
.
2. Select
Acer
.
3. Select
ConceptD Palette
.
Alternatively, you can double-click the ConceptD Palette
desktop shortcut to run the application.
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Monitoring
Select the Monitoring tab to view CPU, GPU and system
performance.
Category
Description
CPU
Displays CPU temperature and
loading.
GPU
Displays GPU temperature and
loading.
System
Displays temperature and loading.
Also displays RAM, Wi-Fi and LAN
usage.
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Split Screen
Select the Split Screen tab to configure your screen display.
Category
Description
Split Screen
Shows options on various split screen
configurations.
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App Center
Select the App Center tab to view the applications that are
avilable for quick access. You can add frequently used
applications to this tab by clicking the “+” sign.
Category
Description
App Icon
Displays applications available for
quick access/executions.
+
Add an application for quick
access/executions.
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Creative Tools Settings
Select the Creative Tools Settings tab to configure frequently
used design tools.
Category
Description
Screen Snip Settings
Configure screen snip setting options.
Clipboard Settings
Configure clipboard setting options.
Color Picker
Configure color picker setting options.
On-Screen Keyboard
Shortcuts
Configure on-screen keyboard
shortcut options.