Important Acer Milestones.
1976-1986: Market microprocessor technology Acer founder Stan Shih has always been passionate about sharing knowledge as a way to contribute to society. Acer has actively engaged in teaching others about microprocessor technology and promoting the use of computers in everyday life. At that time, the company established its manufacturing operations and played a significant role in popularizing the use of computers in Taiwan. 1987-2000: Creating a brand and globalizing In 1987, Multitech formally became known as Acer, marking the beginning of Acer's efforts to create a strong brand. During this second ten-year stage of development, Acer has grown extensively and expanded its strategic and geographic presence to become one of the top ten PC suppliers in the world. The priority was placed on providing the latest and most accessible technology to benefit consumers worldwide. 2001-2007: Transform manufacturing into services AAcer has evolved from manufacturing power to a globally recognized computer brand, providing world-class IT products and services. Acer's exclusive Channel Business Model has enabled the company to achieve sustainable growth worldwide. The model offers flexibility to adapt to changing trends in the global IT market, involves collaboration with key industry partners and suppliers, while minimizing operating expenses and increasing profitability. In 2007, Acer was ranked as the third largest PC supplier in the world. 2008 onwards: Strengthening the global presence with a new multi-brand strategy With the successful completion of the mergers of Gateway and Packard Bell, Acer seeks to further strengthen its global presence with a new multi-brand strategy and solid partnerships. As the world's second largest PC company, Acer now aims to become the No. 1 notebook maker, as well as the leader in the mobile device market. In addition, Acer is taking bold steps to expand its presence in China to increase global competitiveness.
EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool)
It is an environmental performance assessment tool that started in 2003 with a stakeholder process convened by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and has grown to become the leading global eco-label for the IT industry. The EPEAT program provides independent verification of manufacturers' claims and the EPEAT online registration lists sustainable products from a wider range of manufacturers than any comparable eco-label. Manufacturers register products with EPEAT based on the devices' ability to meet certain mandatory and optional criteria that address the complete product life cycle, from design and production to energy use and recycling. Bronze registered products meet all the criteria required in their category. Silver registered products meet all the required criteria and at least 50% of the available optional points, while Gold registered products meet all the required criteria and at least 75% of the available optional points. The standard underlying the EPEAT system is IEEE 1680.1 ™ Standard 2018 for Assessing Environmental and Social Responsibility for Computers and Monitors. It is a recently revised version of IEEE 1680.1 ™ - 2009 and, as the program transitions to the new standard, both versions are active. The standard criteria address the entire product life cycle, from design and production to energy use and recycling, and were developed through a balanced voluntary consensus process involving several stakeholders, including sustainability advocates, manufacturer representatives, purchasing professionals, academics, recycling suppliers and policy representatives. Acer offers many products registered with EPEAT, which can be found by searching the EPEAT register. In addition, Acer offers the following products and services for its EPEAT registered products: Services offered for products registered with EPEAT Identification of materials and components that require selective treatment. Acer provides information on how to identify the presence and location of all materials and components that require selective treatment for the reuse and recycling facilities. To obtain this information, contact Acer at the Product Recycling Program. Acer offers a product recycling program to ensure that, as soon as a product reaches the end of its useful life, it is recycled responsibly. For more information on how to recycle your end-of-life product, visit the Acer recycling website at Rechargeable battery recycling program. Acer offers a removable rechargeable battery recycling program to ensure that when the battery reaches the end of its life, it is recycled responsibly. For more information on how to recycle your rechargeable battery at the end of its life, visit the Acer recycling website at Service support. Acer offers customers of all products registered with EPEAT product repair and replacement services for at least 3 years from the date of sale. These services can be obtained from 'Repair my Acer'. For Premier customers, contact the Premier support team for assistance with Publicly Available Service Information. Acer makes available to the public all Silver and superior products registered with EPEAT, information on services and repairs. Information is provided in our Lifecycle Extension Guide and is available on the Acer support website at Drivers and manuals. in Spare parts. Acer offers customers of all products registered with EPEAT. The option to purchase certain compatible spare parts (same specifications or parts with higher specifications) within 3 years after discontinuing the product to increase the operating life of that product. Examples of parts offered include: Tablet: power supply or power cable; Chromebook: laptop power supply or power cord, mass storage device (select models); Desktop memory, power supply or power cord, mass storage device, memory, keyboard or power cord; Monitor: VGA cable, power supply or power cable; A list of spare parts available by product can be found in 'Repair my Acer'. For Premier customers, contact the Premier support team for assistance. Spare parts can only be offered as part of a replacement service offered by Acer or its authorized repair service providers. Can products registered with EPEAT contain replaceable batteries? Yes, as soon as they reach the end of their useful life. For products that ship with accessories, such as remote controls, keyboards, mice, etc., containing alkaline batteries (AA, AAA, etc.), see the product's user guide for instructions on how to replace these batteries. Replacement alkaline batteries are available on the shelf at any store that sells standard alkaline batteries. Dispose of used batteries according to local waste disposal laws. For rechargeable batteries for main products, such as those that power notebook computers, tablets, etc., battery replacement services can be obtained from 'Repairing Acer'. For Premier customers, contact your Premier support team for assistance with Product upgrade and repair capabilities. For products that claim, Acer makes a minimum number of product updates or repair features available after purchase of the product. Hardware features that can be upgraded or replaced without soldering or soldering and using only the tools commonly. The available hardware features may be offered only as part of an update, repair or replacement service offered by Acer or its authorized repair service providers. These services can be obtained from 'Repair my Acer'. For Premier customers, contact the Premier support team for assistance. For a description of the method of replacing, repairing or upgrading your product, including a list of necessary tools, contact Acer. Damages caused by the maintenance of products not authorized by Acer or the use of parts or components modified or not authorized by Acer and are not covered by the Acer Limited Warranty Agreement.
