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...Optimizing battery life 66 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad...... 29 Checking the battery level 67 Hotkeys 30 Battery-low warning 67 Windows keys 32 Installing and removing the battery Touchpad 33 pack 68 Touchpad basics 33 Traveling with your computer 70 Touchpad gestures 34 ...Disconnecting from the desktop 70 Acer Backup Manager 35 Moving around 70 Preparing the computer 71 Recovery 38 What to bring to meetings 71 Creating a recovery backup ...
...Optimizing battery life 66 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad...... 29 Checking the battery level 67 Hotkeys 30 Battery-low warning 67 Windows keys 32 Installing and removing the battery Touchpad 33 pack 68 Touchpad basics 33 Traveling with your computer 70 Touchpad gestures 34 ...Disconnecting from the desktop 70 Acer Backup Manager 35 Moving around 70 Preparing the computer 71 Recovery 38 What to bring to meetings 71 Creating a recovery backup ...
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... Bluetooth 80 Adding a Bluetooth device 82 Explorer 98 How do I personalize my computer?........ 95 Using passwords 76 I want to use Windows in the way Entering passwords 77 that I'm used to the Internet 78 Wireless networks 78 desktop back 96 Where are my apps 96...new interface 94 Securing your computer 76 How do I unlock my computer 94 Using a computer security lock 76 How do I check for Windows updates 99 Where can I get more information?.......... 99 HDMI 86 Troubleshooting 100 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Troubleshooting tips 100 87 Error messages 100...
... Bluetooth 80 Adding a Bluetooth device 82 Explorer 98 How do I personalize my computer?........ 95 Using passwords 76 I want to use Windows in the way Entering passwords 77 that I'm used to the Internet 78 Wireless networks 78 desktop back 96 Where are my apps 96...new interface 94 Securing your computer 76 How do I unlock my computer 94 Using a computer security lock 76 How do I check for Windows updates 99 Where can I get more information?.......... 99 HDMI 86 Troubleshooting 100 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Troubleshooting tips 100 87 Error messages 100...
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... than the top edge 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 looking at the middle of your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare...
... than the top edge 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 looking at the middle of your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare...
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...help you use your notebook. For more productive, please refer to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. 16 - First things first This guide contains detailed information on and ...off To turn the power off , the setup poster helps you to the User's Manual. Basic care and tips for your Acer notebook, we have ...
...help you use your notebook. For more productive, please refer to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. 16 - First things first This guide contains detailed information on and ...off To turn the power off , the setup poster helps you to the User's Manual. Basic care and tips for your Acer notebook, we have ...
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... press the up or down arrow keys respectively. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Use this section may not apply to your computer. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Lock keys and...
... press the up or down arrow keys respectively. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Use this section may not apply to your computer. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Lock keys and...
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Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. 32 - Hotkey Icon + + + Function Stop Previous Next Description Stop playing the selected media file. Jump to the previous media file. Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; Return to the next media file. Windows key It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. it returns to the Start screen. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Using the keyboard
Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. 32 - Hotkey Icon + + + Function Stop Previous Next Description Stop playing the selected media file. Jump to the previous media file. Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; Return to the next media file. Windows key It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. it returns to the Start screen. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Using the keyboard
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...Press and hold the bottom left corner of photos, maps and documents with a few simple gestures, such as: • 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 an area. This allows you to control applications with a simple finger-and-thumb gesture. 34 - Touchpad gestures Windows 8 and many applications support touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers. Note: Support for touchpad gestures depends on the active application.
...Press and hold the bottom left corner of photos, maps and documents with a few simple gestures, such as: • 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 an area. This allows you to control applications with a simple finger-and-thumb gesture. 34 - Touchpad gestures Windows 8 and many applications support touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers. Note: Support for touchpad gestures depends on the active application.
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To start Acer Backup Manager in only three simple steps. from this screen you can even set these functions to automatically recur as often as your like to do a variety of backup you to create. Acer Backup Manager - 35 ACER BACKUP MANAGER Acer Backup Manager is a utility that enables you 'd like . You can select the type of backup functions each accomplished in Windows 8, simply start typing "Backup Manager". This opens the Welcome screen; Alternatively, in Desktop mode, select Acer Backup Manager.
To start Acer Backup Manager in only three simple steps. from this screen you can even set these functions to automatically recur as often as your like to do a variety of backup you to create. Acer Backup Manager - 35 ACER BACKUP MANAGER Acer Backup Manager is a utility that enables you 'd like . You can select the type of backup functions each accomplished in Windows 8, simply start typing "Backup Manager". This opens the Welcome screen; Alternatively, in Desktop mode, select Acer Backup Manager.
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... will require a USB recovery backup. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. Note: Acer Recovery Management is only available with a preinstalled Windows operating system. Important: We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon...
... will require a USB recovery backup. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. Note: Acer Recovery Management is only available with a preinstalled Windows operating system. Important: We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon...
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1. Recovery - 39 From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Factory Default Backup. The Recovery Drive window opens.
1. Recovery - 39 From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Factory Default Backup. The Recovery Drive window opens.
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Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup, that you may use either a USB storage drive or, if your computer, you will remember. Recovery - 41 Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. 7.
Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup, that you may use either a USB storage drive or, if your computer, you will remember. Recovery - 41 Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. 7.
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Recovery 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. 46 -
Recovery 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. 46 -
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...you inserted a DVD wait for each item you want to install, then follow the onscreen instructions 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. If you are reinstalling from a Drivers and Applications Backup on ResourceCenter. Recovery - 47 Repeat this step for Acer Resource Center to complete the installation.
...you inserted a DVD wait for each item you want to install, then follow the onscreen instructions 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. If you are reinstalling from a Drivers and Applications Backup on ResourceCenter. Recovery - 47 Repeat this step for Acer Resource Center to complete the installation.
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... 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. Returning to get your system settings and saves them as restore points. In most cases of hard-toresolve software problems, you want... to complete the installation. Click the install icon for each time you want to install, then follow the onscreen prompts to reinstall. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you install software or device drivers. Recovery
... 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. Returning to get your system settings and saves them as restore points. In most cases of hard-toresolve software problems, you want... to complete the installation. Click the install icon for each time you want to install, then follow the onscreen prompts to reinstall. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you install software or device drivers. Recovery
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...experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 50. • If you cannot run Windows and have not deleted the recovery partition, see "Recovering from either your hard drive or the recovery backup you... have created. • If you can still run Windows, your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you may restart your system worked correctly), click Next, then Finish. 5. Click ...
...experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 50. • If you cannot run Windows and have not deleted the recovery partition, see "Recovering from either your hard drive or the recovery backup you... have created. • If you can still run Windows, your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you may restart your system worked correctly), click Next, then Finish. 5. Click ...
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...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. See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on page 53. 50 - See "Restore... Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management" on page 51. Recovery Recovering from the Windows Store). Customized Restore will attempt to...
...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. See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on page 53. 50 - See "Restore... Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management" on page 51. Recovery Recovering from the Windows Store). Customized Restore will attempt to...
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...your computer. Note: To fully enjoy Windows 8 features after changing from Windows 7, enter the BIOS (press when starting your computer) and change Boot Mode back to Legacy before restarting your hard drive. 2. If you choose Windows 7, your PC opens, as described below... to UEFI. Restore Factory Settings with the option to restore either Windows 7 or Windows 8. If you reinstall Windows 7, you choose Windows 8, Reset your computer will erase all files on certain systems), a window opens with Acer Recovery Management 1. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will restart and ...
...your computer. Note: To fully enjoy Windows 8 features after changing from Windows 7, enter the BIOS (press when starting your computer) and change Boot Mode back to Legacy before restarting your hard drive. 2. If you choose Windows 7, your PC opens, as described below... to UEFI. Restore Factory Settings with the option to restore either Windows 7 or Windows 8. If you reinstall Windows 7, you choose Windows 8, Reset your computer will erase all files on certain systems), a window opens with Acer Recovery Management 1. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will restart and ...
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The Reset your computer and takes about 30 minutes. Images for reference only. 4. Just remove my files quickly erases all files before restoring your PC window opens. Fully clean the drive completely cleans the drive after the recovery. Cleaning the drive takes much longer, up to 5 hours, but is erased, so ...
The Reset your computer and takes about 30 minutes. Images for reference only. 4. Just remove my files quickly erases all files before restoring your PC window opens. Fully clean the drive completely cleans the drive after the recovery. Cleaning the drive takes much longer, up to 5 hours, but is erased, so ...
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Click Next, then Refresh. 4. 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. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. Recovery - 53 Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1. The Refresh your hard drive.
Click Next, then Refresh. 4. 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. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. Recovery - 53 Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1. The Refresh your hard drive.
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... boot menu allows you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Select your computer. Find your computer. 3. Depending on the type of the normal startup process. 5. f. Windows starts from the recovery backup instead of BIOS your arrow keys to select the Main menu. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup...
... boot menu allows you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Select your computer. Find your computer. 3. Depending on the type of the normal startup process. 5. f. Windows starts from the recovery backup instead of BIOS your arrow keys to select the Main menu. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup...