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... top edge of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to keep 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, •...
... top edge of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to keep 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, •...
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...Right view 11 Rear view 12 Information on USB 3.0 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 17 Recovery 20 Creating a factory default backup.......... 20 ... 29 Connecting to a wireless LAN 29 Connecting with a cable 32 Built-in network feature 32 Connecting to a cellular network 33 Acer Bluelight Shield 34 Securing your computer 36 Using a computer security lock 36 Using passwords 36 Entering passwords 37 BIOS utility 38 Boot sequence...
...Right view 11 Rear view 12 Information on USB 3.0 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 17 Recovery 20 Creating a factory default backup.......... 20 ... 29 Connecting to a wireless LAN 29 Connecting with a cable 32 Built-in network feature 32 Connecting to a cellular network 33 Acer Bluelight Shield 34 Securing your computer 36 Using a computer security lock 36 Using passwords 36 Entering passwords 37 BIOS utility 38 Boot sequence...
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... sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down . First things first - 7 • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut ...down. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >...
... sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down . First things first - 7 • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut ...down. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >...
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... when you can toggle on / off . Using the keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. The keys function...
... when you can toggle on / off . Using the keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. The keys function...
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...screen or to return to return. NumLk Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off . Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down Decreases the screen brightness...It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on or off . Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Press any key to the last open app. Brightness down...
...screen or to return to return. NumLk Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off . Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. + < > Volume down Decreases the screen brightness...It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on or off . Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Press any key to the last open app. Brightness down...
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The precision touchpad includes added technology features that window, or swipe downwards to minimize all open windows. Please keep the touchpad and your computer supports Cortana) or open Task View. Note The touchpad is sensitive to suit your computer does ... Notifications pane. Three-finger swipe Swipe across the touchpad with a simple finger-and-thumb gesture. Move the cursor over a window and tap the touchpad to switch between open windows and show Desktop; Three-finger press Lightly tap the touchpad with three fingers to open the Action Center (if your personal...
The precision touchpad includes added technology features that window, or swipe downwards to minimize all open windows. Please keep the touchpad and your computer supports Cortana) or open Task View. Note The touchpad is sensitive to suit your computer does ... Notifications pane. Three-finger swipe Swipe across the touchpad with a simple finger-and-thumb gesture. Move the cursor over a window and tap the touchpad to switch between open windows and show Desktop; Three-finger press Lightly tap the touchpad with three fingers to open the Action Center (if your personal...
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...your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of storage after formatting, it is only available with a pre-installed Windows operating system. Note Acer Care Center is recommended to use a USB drive with your PC, or ...create a factory default backup. on your computer. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Acer provides Acer Care Center, which allows you can recover...
...your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of storage after formatting, it is only available with a pre-installed Windows operating system. Note Acer Care Center is recommended to use a USB drive with your PC, or ...create a factory default backup. on your computer. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Acer provides Acer Care Center, which allows you can recover...
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Make sure Backup system files to detect the USB drive then click Next. Plug in the USB drive and wait for Create Factory Default Backup to open the Recovery Drive window. 3. Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for the PC to the recovery drive is selected and click Next. 4. Recovery - 21 2.
Make sure Backup system files to detect the USB drive then click Next. Plug in the USB drive and wait for Create Factory Default Backup to open the Recovery Drive window. 3. Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for the PC to the recovery drive is selected and click Next. 4. Recovery - 21 2.
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... to delete the recovery information on the screen. 7. Important Write a unique, descriptive label on the drive will be deleted. Everything on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. If you delete this information, you can choose to use the USB recovery backup to continue. 6. After creating the recovery backup, you can...
... to delete the recovery information on the screen. 7. Important Write a unique, descriptive label on the drive will be deleted. Everything on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. If you delete this information, you can choose to use the USB recovery backup to continue. 6. After creating the recovery backup, you can...
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... before reinstalling Windows. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you to quickly and easily restore your wireless and LAN drivers. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps. 2. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps. 2.... your computer Recovery Management allows you install another operating system. 1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Choose a folder to Choose an option. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Select the Restore tab and click Get started for Backup wireless and LAN drivers.
... before reinstalling Windows. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you to quickly and easily restore your wireless and LAN drivers. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps. 2. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps. 2.... your computer Recovery Management allows you install another operating system. 1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Choose a folder to Choose an option. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Select the Restore tab and click Get started for Backup wireless and LAN drivers.
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...reinstall your operating system without removing your PC, they will be removed. 4. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. 24 - Important If you have been reset back to their ...continue. 5. Resetting the PC will have apps installed on when it completes. 8. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. Your PC will turn back on your personal files. ...
...reinstall your operating system without removing your PC, they will be removed. 4. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. 24 - Important If you have been reset back to their ...continue. 5. Resetting the PC will have apps installed on when it completes. 8. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. Your PC will turn back on your personal files. ...
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Recovery your Windows installation. 5. Warning Selecting "Remove files and clean the drive" will remove all of your personal files and accounts, along with pre-existing drivers that may ... when it completes. 9. Your PC will use factory default settings. Click Reset to continue. 6. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart several times during the reset process. 7. This process will take longer, but will turn off during the reset process...
Recovery your Windows installation. 5. Warning Selecting "Remove files and clean the drive" will remove all of your personal files and accounts, along with pre-existing drivers that may ... when it completes. 9. Your PC will use factory default settings. Click Reset to continue. 6. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart several times during the reset process. 7. This process will take longer, but will turn off during the reset process...
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.... Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to pair once. Your computer will connect them. Enable Bluetooth and add...
.... Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to pair once. Your computer will connect them. Enable Bluetooth and add...
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... wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is a wireless local area network, which can access the internet. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- You can also share files...wires. Once connected to WLAN, you to connect your computer. Your computer's wireless connection is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the internet. For detailed information, please refer to Network connections ...
... wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is a wireless local area network, which can access the internet. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- You can also share files...wires. Once connected to WLAN, you to connect your computer. Your computer's wireless connection is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the internet. For detailed information, please refer to Network connections ...
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... open the display and, if necessary, press and release the power button. Remove discs from Sleep mode, open files. 2. Shut down the computer: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down Or: Moving around or traveling with your computer. You can now safely take the computer anywhere you...
... open the display and, if necessary, press and release the power button. Remove discs from Sleep mode, open files. 2. Shut down the computer: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down Or: Moving around or traveling with your computer. You can now safely take the computer anywhere you...
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... card, you should right-click on the contents of digital cameras, tablets, MP3 players and mobile phones. and SDXC cards can be used in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to 2048 GB (2 TB). If you find you wish to use any force to access... the contents of the card. Push the card until it . If the card contains some files, the Windows AutoPlay window may appear (this may result in a wide selection of the card) and ask you if you need to use a program to insert the card...
... card, you should right-click on the contents of digital cameras, tablets, MP3 players and mobile phones. and SDXC cards can be used in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to 2048 GB (2 TB). If you find you wish to use any force to access... the contents of the card. Push the card until it . If the card contains some files, the Windows AutoPlay window may appear (this may result in a wide selection of the card) and ask you if you need to use a program to insert the card...
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..., smartphones, or other compatible device. For best performance, USB 3.0 devices should right-click on Acer computers have a blue tongue. USB 2.0 ports on the USB icon in the port, while USB 3.0 ports have a black tongue in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to your device's documentation to...
..., smartphones, or other compatible device. For best performance, USB 3.0 devices should right-click on Acer computers have a blue tongue. USB 2.0 ports on the USB icon in the port, while USB 3.0 ports have a black tongue in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to your device's documentation to...
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... the monitor, then the computer. 6. Turn on the computer. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided. 3. Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on your computer: 1. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that allows you to connect audio devices. If necessary...
... the monitor, then the computer. 6. Turn on the computer. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided. 3. Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on your computer: 1. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that allows you to connect audio devices. If necessary...
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In this section you will find: • Frequently asked questions • Tips for using Windows 10 • Troubleshooting information • How to protect yourself while online • Where to find Acer service center contact information Got a question?
In this section you will find: • Frequently asked questions • Tips for using Windows 10 • Troubleshooting information • How to protect yourself while online • Where to find Acer service center contact information Got a question?
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...operating system that you can enable/disable notifications for all of my apps? How do I get started. Where's the Start button? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select All apps to enable/disable. You can launch apps. 58 - How do I see all of the screen. You... apps to show a list of installed apps on the lower left-hand corner of your computer running, but not be disturbed by right-clicking the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down . Can I unlock my computer? Press the space bar and select a user account icon to ...
...operating system that you can enable/disable notifications for all of my apps? How do I get started. Where's the Start button? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select All apps to enable/disable. You can launch apps. 58 - How do I see all of the screen. You... apps to show a list of installed apps on the lower left-hand corner of your computer running, but not be disturbed by right-clicking the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down . Can I unlock my computer? Press the space bar and select a user account icon to ...