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We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using a display visor, such as a piece of time. xii • Adjust the display brightness ... for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing 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 •...
We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using a display visor, such as a piece of time. xii • Adjust the display brightness ... for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing 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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... route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in should not exceed...
... route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in should not exceed...
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...) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for certain models...) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 Restore Windows from backup discs 14 Acer Arcade Deluxe 16 Contents Information for your safety and comfort ...
...) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for certain models...) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 Restore Windows from backup discs 14 Acer Arcade Deluxe 16 Contents Information for your safety and comfort ...
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... for certain models) 35 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 36 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 36 Installing memory 37 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 39 Choose your input type 39 Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna (for selected models) 39 To connect the digital...
... for certain models) 35 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 36 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 36 Installing memory 37 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 39 Choose your input type 39 Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna (for selected models) 39 To connect the digital...
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...use the touchpad with fingerprint reader) The following items show you move left / right using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking... same as you how to the left button. • Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) to perform ...comfort and support. Access context menu Click once. Select Click once. Touchpad basics (with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader. • Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move the...
...use the touchpad with fingerprint reader) The following items show you move left / right using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking... same as you how to the left button. • Use Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) to perform ...comfort and support. Access context menu Click once. Select Click once. Touchpad basics (with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader. • Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move the...
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... to the left button. Click once. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. These two buttons are similar to finger movement; Function Left button Right button Main touchpad Execute Select Drag Access context menu Quickly click...
... to the left button. Click once. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. These two buttons are similar to finger movement; Function Left button Right button Main touchpad Execute Select Drag Access context menu Quickly click...
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... the letters in uppercase. cursor-control keys. 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when + you can...
... the letters in uppercase. cursor-control keys. 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when + you can...
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...: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your edition of Windows, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; This key has the same effect as... described. English 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it opens the application's context menu. it launches the Start menu. Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect ...
...: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your edition of Windows, some shortcuts may not function as clicking the right mouse button; This key has the same effect as... described. English 4 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it opens the application's context menu. it launches the Start menu. Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect ...
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... for certain models) The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps out earthshaking movie-house audio. The Acer HD Audio Manager dialog box will pop up to 5.1 channels of your Windows system. Select Beam Forming and Acoustic Echo Canellation to give you whole new enthusiastic audio experience... including Acer PureZone with 32-bit High Definition (HD) Audio, and stereo speakers. Click the Microphone tab...
... for certain models) The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps out earthshaking movie-house audio. The Acer HD Audio Manager dialog box will pop up to 5.1 channels of your Windows system. Select Beam Forming and Acoustic Echo Canellation to give you whole new enthusiastic audio experience... including Acer PureZone with 32-bit High Definition (HD) Audio, and stereo speakers. Click the Microphone tab...
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... Fingerprint Solution incorporates protection against unauthorized access to navigate through web browsers and documents using Acer FingerNav*. and fast application/website launching and login with the Microsoft Windows operating system. easy music player launching with a single finger swipe. Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you can now enjoy an extra layer of...
... Fingerprint Solution incorporates protection against unauthorized access to navigate through web browsers and documents using Acer FingerNav*. and fast application/website launching and login with the Microsoft Windows operating system. easy music player launching with a single finger swipe. Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you can now enjoy an extra layer of...
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...pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of... the four display settings indicated below: 12 2 13 1 3 2 13 24 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing ...
...pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of... the four display settings indicated below: 12 2 13 1 3 2 13 24 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing ...
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If no activity is reduced and the graphics chip switched to reduce overall power consumption. Windows handles all of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your...following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. Press the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to power-saving modes. English 10 Power management This computer has a built-in order to the computer, and video ...
If no activity is reduced and the graphics chip switched to reduce overall power consumption. Windows handles all of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your...following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. Press the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to power-saving modes. English 10 Power management This computer has a built-in order to the computer, and video ...
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To restore Windows from your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you... certain models. Restart your previously burned backup discs, you will need to Exit Saving Changes. Windows will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to select the IDE1*, then press the ENTER key. ... select which device to boot from. 8 Use the arrow keys to open the Boot Menu. English 14 Restore Windows from backup discs Note: This feature is complete. The system will be installed from the recovery disc. 9 Insert...
To restore Windows from your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you... certain models. Restart your previously burned backup discs, you will need to Exit Saving Changes. Windows will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to select the IDE1*, then press the ENTER key. ... select which device to boot from. 8 Use the arrow keys to open the Boot Menu. English 14 Restore Windows from backup discs Note: This feature is complete. The system will be installed from the recovery disc. 9 Insert...
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Ensure that the IDE1* device is complete. The system will reboot. 7 When you reboot, Windows will be installed from the optical drive once the restore is the highest priority. 6 Press the ESC key to enter the Exit submenu, press the ... the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. English 15 If you prefer to select Yes. Restart your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to...
Ensure that the IDE1* device is complete. The system will reboot. 7 When you reboot, Windows will be installed from the optical drive once the restore is the highest priority. 6 Press the ESC key to enter the Exit submenu, press the ... the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. English 15 If you prefer to select Yes. Restart your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to...
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... you can play , pause, stop, etc.) and volume controls (mute and volume up/down). This player has the features and controls of the window, the player controls - They provide standard playback controls (play movies from your computer, you click Play Movie. When viewing DVDs, the following special .... The Navigation Controls panel appears at the top and the Player Controls panel appears at the bottom of Acer Arcade Deluxe. If more detail in the Cinema of the window. Depending in the type of optical drive installed in the upper right corner of this guide. They automatically...
... you can play , pause, stop, etc.) and volume controls (mute and volume up/down). This player has the features and controls of the window, the player controls - They provide standard playback controls (play movies from your computer, you click Play Movie. When viewing DVDs, the following special .... The Navigation Controls panel appears at the top and the Player Controls panel appears at the bottom of Acer Arcade Deluxe. If more detail in the Cinema of the window. Depending in the type of optical drive installed in the upper right corner of this guide. They automatically...
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... if it is not being used, as it is 10°C (50°F) to see the battery's present charge level. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on AC power while your AC adapter and battery.
... if it is not being used, as it is 10°C (50°F) to see the battery's present charge level. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on AC power while your AC adapter and battery.
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... are available. 1. Close all applications. 3. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Data will be lost if the battery to recharge the battery rapidly. Turn off the computer. Shut...
... are available. 1. Close all applications. 3. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. You have no spare battery pack. 1. Data will be lost if the battery to recharge the battery rapidly. Turn off the computer. Shut...
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...be either a DVB-T digital antenna (for selected models) DVB-T digital TV is an international standard that include Windows Media Center Edition or InstantOn Arcade may be used with Windows Media Center Note: This feature is only available on your computer. The DVB-T digital antenna can be used ...To connect the digital antenna 1 Plug the antenna cable into the RF jack of your notebook PC. English 39 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center to transmit terrestrial television services in many countries. Computers that is used to watch local DVB-T digital TV broadcasts on certain models...
...be either a DVB-T digital antenna (for selected models) DVB-T digital TV is an international standard that include Windows Media Center Edition or InstantOn Arcade may be used with Windows Media Center Note: This feature is only available on your computer. The DVB-T digital antenna can be used ...To connect the digital antenna 1 Plug the antenna cable into the RF jack of your notebook PC. English 39 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center to transmit terrestrial television services in many countries. Computers that is used to watch local DVB-T digital TV broadcasts on certain models...
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Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set to an external monitor. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be muted. You can also use ... Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is heard from the computer. No audio is in the external USB floppy drive? I turned on the screen. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to restart the system. English 43 Frequently asked questions The...
Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set to an external monitor. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be muted. You can also use ... Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is heard from the computer. No audio is in the external USB floppy drive? I turned on the screen. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to restart the system. English 43 Frequently asked questions The...