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... using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 53 computer 17 Turning your computer on and off 17 Power management 57 Taking care of your computer 18 Disable Fast startup 57 Taking care of your AC adapter 19 Battery pack 60 Taking care of your battery pack 19 Cleaning and servicing 19 Battery pack characteristics 60 Charging the battery 60 Your Acer notebook tour 21 Optimizing battery life 62 Screen view 22 Keyboard...
... using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 53 computer 17 Turning your computer on and off 17 Power management 57 Taking care of your computer 18 Disable Fast startup 57 Taking care of your AC adapter 19 Battery pack 60 Taking care of your battery pack 19 Cleaning and servicing 19 Battery pack characteristics 60 Charging the battery 60 Your Acer notebook tour 21 Optimizing battery life 62 Screen view 22 Keyboard...
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... How do I turn off my computer 89 Wireless networks 75 Why is a Microsoft ID (account 93 How do I add a favorite to Internet BIOS utility 81 Explorer 93 Boot sequence 81 How do I access the charms 88 Connecting to a network 74 Built-in the way that I'm used to Using passwords 72 keep in mind 88 Entering passwords 73 How do I check for Windows Setting passwords 81 updates 94 Where can...
... How do I turn off my computer 89 Wireless networks 75 Why is a Microsoft ID (account 93 How do I add a favorite to Internet BIOS utility 81 Explorer 93 Boot sequence 81 How do I access the charms 88 Connecting to a network 74 Built-in the way that I'm used to Using passwords 72 keep in mind 88 Entering passwords 73 How do I check for Windows Setting passwords 81 updates 94 Where can...
User Manual
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... features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. The Quick Guide introduces you to thank you use your mobile computing needs. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you for making an Acer notebook your choice...
... features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. The Quick Guide introduces you to thank you use your mobile computing needs. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you for making an Acer notebook your choice...
User Manual
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# Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is blue when plugged in. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Charging: The light is amber when the Battery indicator battery is charging. 4 Fully charged: The light is active. Indicates the computer's battery status. Your Acer notebook tour - 23 Accepts one Secure Digital (SD or 5 SD card reader SDHC) card. Communication Indicates the computer's wireless indicator connectivity device status.
# Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is blue when plugged in. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Charging: The light is amber when the Battery indicator battery is charging. 4 Fully charged: The light is active. Indicates the computer's battery status. Your Acer notebook tour - 23 Accepts one Secure Digital (SD or 5 SD card reader SDHC) card. Communication Indicates the computer's wireless indicator connectivity device status.
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# Icon 3 4 5 Item External display (VGA) port HDMI port USB port Description Connects to USB devices. Your Acer notebook tour Supports high-definition digital video connections. Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Information on USB 3.0 • USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). 26 -
# Icon 3 4 5 Item External display (VGA) port HDMI port USB port Description Connects to USB devices. Your Acer notebook tour Supports high-definition digital video connections. Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Information on USB 3.0 • USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). 26 -
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Right view 12 3 466 7 # Icon 1 Item Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack Microphone jack Description Connects to USB devices. 3 Optical drive Internal optical drive; Your Acer notebook tour - 27 accepts CDs or DVDs. 4 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is indicator active. 5 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from external microphones. 2 USB port Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Accepts inputs from the button drive.
Right view 12 3 466 7 # Icon 1 Item Headphones/ speaker/line-out jack Microphone jack Description Connects to USB devices. 3 Optical drive Internal optical drive; Your Acer notebook tour - 27 accepts CDs or DVDs. 4 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is indicator active. 5 Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from external microphones. 2 USB port Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Accepts inputs from the button drive.
User Manual
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Hotkey + + + + + Icon Function Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Description Turns on or off. 32 - Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Turns the built-in touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. + Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on / off to save power. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary...
Hotkey + + + + + Icon Function Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Description Turns on or off. 32 - Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Turns the built-in touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. + Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on / off to save power. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary...
User Manual
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... reinstall using either your system to reinstall the applications and device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning your hard drive or the backup you may need to its factory condition" on page 48. Reinstalling drivers and applications As a troubleshooting step, you have created. • Other applications - Recovery
... reinstall using either your system to reinstall the applications and device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning your hard drive or the backup you may need to its factory condition" on page 48. Reinstalling drivers and applications As a troubleshooting step, you have created. • Other applications - Recovery
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... all software and drivers that were pre-installed on page 52. See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your system. If you purchased your hard drive, back them up now. Customized Restore will attempt to retain your files (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. Recovery - 49 Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on page 50. Recovering...
... all software and drivers that were pre-installed on page 52. See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your system. If you purchased your hard drive, back them up now. Customized Restore will attempt to retain your files (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. Recovery - 49 Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on page 50. Recovering...
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... keyboard layout. 2. Turn on your PC. Click either Refresh your PC or Reset your computer and press + during startup 1. Just remove my files quickly erases all your files and resets your hard drive. 6. A screen appears asking you to your computer to 5 hours, but is erased, so no files can start process. "Reset your PC" completely removes all files before restoring your computer to the default factory...
... keyboard layout. 2. Turn on your PC. Click either Refresh your PC or Reset your computer and press + during startup 1. Just remove my files quickly erases all your files and resets your hard drive. 6. A screen appears asking you to your computer to 5 hours, but is erased, so no files can start process. "Reset your PC" completely removes all files before restoring your computer to the default factory...
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... the Main menu. b. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu. f. a. b. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you to select which device to select USB Device, then press Enter. Recovery - 53 Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from , select the USB drive. If your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. d. Use your arrow keys to start from a recovery backup on your keyboard type.
... the Main menu. b. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu. f. a. b. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you to select which device to select USB Device, then press Enter. Recovery - 53 Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from , select the USB drive. If your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. d. Use your arrow keys to start from a recovery backup on your keyboard type.
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... the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use ; a USB disk drive), as they can continue to its effective life. Higher temperatures cause the battery to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look after it will reach the end of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge...
... the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use ; a USB disk drive), as they can continue to its effective life. Higher temperatures cause the battery to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look after it will reach the end of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge...
User Manual
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...: You have three chances to use . If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. • Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use the computer. Combine the use of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press to enter a password. Then turn on boot parameter is set and the password on the computer again, and...
...: You have three chances to use . If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. • Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use the computer. Combine the use of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press to enter a password. Then turn on boot parameter is set and the password on the computer again, and...
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... display back on. I turned on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power. Unplug it and press + + to power the computer. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator: • If it is not lit, no power is lit, check the following : • If you have a USB storage device (USB disk...
... display back on. I turned on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power. Unplug it and press + + to power the computer. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator: • If it is not lit, no power is lit, check the following : • If you have a USB storage device (USB disk...
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... an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the line-out port on the computer. Press and release the power button to an external monitor. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. •...
... an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the line-out port on the computer. Press and release the power button to an external monitor. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. •...
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... enter the password to the place on Start that appears at the top of the screen. How do I personalize my computer? Frequently asked questions Right-click on a user account icon to accommodate the tile in its new location. How do I personalize the Lock screen? How do I unlock my computer? How do I move tiles? To change the background, press the Windows key + and click Settings > Change...
... enter the password to the place on Start that appears at the top of the screen. How do I personalize my computer? Frequently asked questions Right-click on a user account icon to accommodate the tile in its new location. How do I personalize the Lock screen? How do I unlock my computer? How do I move tiles? To change the background, press the Windows key + and click Settings > Change...
Quick Guide
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..., please refer to the basic features and functions of guides: First off, the Setup Poster helps you to the User's Manual. In addition it : 1 Type 'User' from Start. 2 Click on such subjects as using the keyboard and audio, etc. This guide contains detailed information on Acer User's Manual. It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. The Quick Guide introduces you get started with setting up your new computer.
..., please refer to the basic features and functions of guides: First off, the Setup Poster helps you to the User's Manual. In addition it : 1 Type 'User' from Start. 2 Click on such subjects as using the keyboard and audio, etc. This guide contains detailed information on Acer User's Manual. It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. The Quick Guide introduces you get started with setting up your new computer.
Quick Guide
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... (SD or SDHC) 5 SD card reader card. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Keyboard view 1 5 2 3 4 # Icon Item 1 Power button 2 Keyboard Description Turns the computer on page 8. Indicates the computer's battery status. See "Using the keyboard" on and off. Charging: The light is amber when the battery Battery indicator is charging. 4 Fully charged: The light is active. HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is blue when plugged in. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. For entering data into your...
... (SD or SDHC) 5 SD card reader card. Note: Push to remove/install the card. Keyboard view 1 5 2 3 4 # Icon Item 1 Power button 2 Keyboard Description Turns the computer on page 8. Indicates the computer's battery status. See "Using the keyboard" on and off. Charging: The light is amber when the battery Battery indicator is charging. 4 Fully charged: The light is active. HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is blue when plugged in. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. For entering data into your...
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...function as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Keyless models are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). Information on USB 3.0 • USB 3.0 compatible ports are also available. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 3 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 5 USB port...
...function as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Keyless models are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). Information on USB 3.0 • USB 3.0 compatible ports are also available. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 3 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 4 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 5 USB port...
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... Scroll Lock on / off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) + Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode. + + + Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the built-in the hotkey combination. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Play or pause a selected media file. Ver.: 01.01.01 Press any key to save power. Return to the next media file. Hotkey Icon Function...
... Scroll Lock on / off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) + Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode. + + + Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the built-in the hotkey combination. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Play or pause a selected media file. Ver.: 01.01.01 Press any key to save power. Return to the next media file. Hotkey Icon Function...
