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...OF CONTENTS Safety and comfort 5 snapshot 47 First things first Returning your system to its factory 17 condition 48 Your guides 17 Recovering from Windows 49 Basic care and tips for using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 53 computer 17 Turning your computer on and off 17 ...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 view 24 Left view 25 Information on USB 3.0 26 Checking the ...
...OF CONTENTS Safety and comfort 5 snapshot 47 First things first Returning your system to its factory 17 condition 48 Your guides 17 Recovering from Windows 49 Basic care and tips for using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 53 computer 17 Turning your computer on and off 17 ...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 view 24 Left view 25 Information on USB 3.0 26 Checking the ...
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... Troubleshooting tips 86 Securing your computer 72 Error messages 86 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 88 Using a computer security lock 72 Three concepts you might want to use Windows in network feature 74 How do I check for Windows Setting passwords 81 updates 94 Where can I 'm used to Internet BIOS utility 81 Explorer...
... Troubleshooting tips 86 Securing your computer 72 Error messages 86 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 88 Using a computer security lock 72 Three concepts you might want to use Windows in network feature 74 How do I check for Windows Setting passwords 81 updates 94 Where can I 'm used to Internet BIOS utility 81 Explorer...
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... head at the middle of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge. - Avoid adjusting your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source, minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds, using a task light, changing the display's viewing angle, using a glare-reduction filter...
... head at the middle of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge. - Avoid adjusting your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source, minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds, using a task light, changing the display's viewing angle, using a glare-reduction filter...
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...addition it contains general regulations and safety notices for your computer. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any of your computer can ..., expansion options and troubleshooting. FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your computer on and off To turn the power off , the Setup...basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. First things first - 17
...addition it contains general regulations and safety notices for your computer. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any of your computer can ..., expansion options and troubleshooting. FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your computer on and off To turn the power off , the Setup...basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. First things first - 17
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... Num Lock is on, the keypad is on and off. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is in uppercase. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and...
... Num Lock is on, the keypad is on and off. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is in uppercase. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and...
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Jump to the Start screen. Stop playing the selected media file. Windows key It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Pressed alone it returns to the next media file. Hotkey + < > + < > + < > Icon Function Brightness...
Jump to the Start screen. Stop playing the selected media file. Windows key It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Pressed alone it returns to the next media file. Hotkey + < > + < > + < > Icon Function Brightness...
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.... • Two-finger pinch: Zoom in and out of photos, maps and documents with a simple finger-and-thumb gesture. Touchpad - 35 Touchpad gestures Windows 8 and many applications support touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers. These allow you to control applications with a few simple gestures, such as: ...8226; Swipe in from edge: Access Windows tools by swiping into the center of the touchpad from the right, top or left. • Swipe in from right edge: Toggle the charms. ...
.... • Two-finger pinch: Zoom in and out of photos, maps and documents with a simple finger-and-thumb gesture. Touchpad - 35 Touchpad gestures Windows 8 and many applications support touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers. These allow you to control applications with a few simple gestures, such as: ...8226; Swipe in from edge: Access Windows tools by swiping into the center of the touchpad from the right, top or left. • Swipe in from right edge: Toggle the charms. ...
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i.e. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. 36 - Note: Acer Recovery Management is only available with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see page 82) do not help, you can '... that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon as when you purchased it to start recovery options, either using Windows tools, or the recovery backup. Using this backup will require a USB recovery backup. Creating a recovery backup To reinstall from a USB storage ...
i.e. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. 36 - Note: Acer Recovery Management is only available with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see page 82) do not help, you can '... that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon as when you purchased it to start recovery options, either using Windows tools, or the recovery backup. Using this backup will require a USB recovery backup. Creating a recovery backup To reinstall from a USB storage ...
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Click Create Factory Default Backup. The Recovery Drive window Recovery - 37 Note: Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of apps. 2. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of 32 GB or larger. 1.
Click Create Factory Default Backup. The Recovery Drive window Recovery - 37 Note: Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of apps. 2. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of 32 GB or larger. 1.
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Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup, that you may use either 40 - Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. Recovery Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you will remember. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. 7.
Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup, that you may use either 40 - Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. Recovery Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you will remember. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. 7.
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Recovery - 45 If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. • Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications.
Recovery - 45 If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. • Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications.
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... instructions to complete the installation. Double-click on a DVD or USB drive: 1. Repeat this step for the item you want to start. • If Acer Resource Center does not start automatically, press the Windows key + , then double-click on the optical drive icon. • If you are using a USB drive, press the... Windows key + , then double-click on the drive that contains the backup. Insert the Drivers and Applications Backup into the disc drive or connect it to a ...
... instructions to complete the installation. Double-click on a DVD or USB drive: 1. Repeat this step for the item you want to start. • If Acer Resource Center does not start automatically, press the Windows key + , then double-click on the optical drive icon. • If you are using a USB drive, press the... Windows key + , then double-click on the drive that contains the backup. Insert the Drivers and Applications Backup into the disc drive or connect it to a ...
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... points. Note: For more information about using Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help and Support in the list of the Acer Resource Center. 3. 2. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you want to complete the installation.
... points. Note: For more information about using Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help and Support in the list of the Acer Resource Center. 3. 2. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you want to complete the installation.
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... system is restored using the restore point you may restart your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you cannot run Windows, your computer. Click System and Security > Action Center, then click Recovery at a time when your system to return your system worked ... can recover from either your hard drive or the recovery backup you have created. • If you can still run Windows and have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 49. • If you have not deleted the recovery partition, see "Recovering from a recovery backup" ...
... system is restored using the restore point you may restart your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you cannot run Windows, your computer. Click System and Security > Action Center, then click Recovery at a time when your system to return your system worked ... can recover from either your hard drive or the recovery backup you have created. • If you can still run Windows and have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 49. • If you have not deleted the recovery partition, see "Recovering from a recovery backup" ...
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... back them up now. Software installed since you can access important files on page 50. Recovering from the Windows Store). See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management" on your PC will reinstall all software and drivers that were pre-installed on page 52. If... Settings deletes everything on 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 Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings...
... back them up now. Software installed since you can access important files on page 50. Recovering from the Windows Store). See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management" on your PC will reinstall all software and drivers that were pre-installed on page 52. If... Settings deletes everything on 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 Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings...
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Images for reference only. 3. The Reset your hard drive. 2. Recovery Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will erase all files on your PC window opens. Click Next, then choose how to erase your files: 50 - Click Restore Factory Settings.
Images for reference only. 3. The Reset your hard drive. 2. Recovery Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will erase all files on your PC window opens. Click Next, then choose how to erase your files: 50 - Click Restore Factory Settings.
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The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your PC window opens. 3. This process takes about 30 minutes. 52 - Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Next, then Refresh. 4. Recovery The Refresh your hard drive. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2.
The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your PC window opens. 3. This process takes about 30 minutes. 52 - Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Next, then Refresh. 4. Recovery The Refresh your hard drive. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2.
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... Exit Saving Changes and press Enter. Depending on a USB drive: 1. Press when starting your keyboard type. Select OK or Yes to open the boot menu. Windows starts from a recovery backup on the type of the normal startup process. 6. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is attached to Enabled. Select...
... Exit Saving Changes and press Enter. Depending on a USB drive: 1. Press when starting your keyboard type. Select OK or Yes to open the boot menu. Windows starts from a recovery backup on the type of the normal startup process. 6. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is attached to Enabled. Select...
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Software installed since you purchased your PC will reinstall all software and drivers that were pre-installed on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Recovery b. See "Reset your files (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from the recovery backup"... on page 55. Click Refresh your PC to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will attempt to retain your PC from the Windows Store). See "Refresh your PC from the recovery backup" on your system settings and saves them up now. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the...
Software installed since you purchased your PC will reinstall all software and drivers that were pre-installed on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Recovery b. See "Reset your files (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from the recovery backup"... on page 55. Click Refresh your PC to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will attempt to retain your PC from the Windows Store). See "Refresh your PC from the recovery backup" on your system settings and saves them up now. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the...
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... Yes. 5. b. Cleaning the Recovery - 55 If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on your files: a. To completely restore your PC window opens.
... Yes. 5. b. Cleaning the Recovery - 55 If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on your files: a. To completely restore your PC window opens.