Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 7
... lithium battery pack. • The bottom surface, areas around ventilation openings and AC adapter may expose you to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may get hot. Guidelines for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. Product servicing Do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or other controls may contain small parts. Refer all servicing to AC power.
... lithium battery pack. • The bottom surface, areas around ventilation openings and AC adapter may expose you to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may get hot. Guidelines for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. Product servicing Do not attempt to dangerous voltage points or other controls may contain small parts. Refer all servicing to AC power.
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 15
... power button. To turn on your notebook. In addition it : 1 From Start, simply start typing "User" to open the Search charm. 2 Click Acer User's Manual to access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for the location of your computer can also put it into Hibernate by pressing the sleep hotkey + . The Quick Guide introduces you get started with language such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options...
... power button. To turn on your notebook. In addition it : 1 From Start, simply start typing "User" to open the Search charm. 2 Click Acer User's Manual to access it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for the location of your computer can also put it into Hibernate by pressing the sleep hotkey + . The Quick Guide introduces you get started with language such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 18
...Touchpad basics (for models with separate buttons) 1 Touchpad basics (for models with integrated buttons) 2 Touchpad gestures 3 Using the keyboard 4 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad\ 4 Hotkeys 5 Recovery 7 Creating a recovery backup 7 Creating a drivers and applications backup 9 Recovering your system 11 Reinstalling drivers and applications 11 Returning to an earlier system snapshot 13 Returning your system to its factory condition 14 Recovering from Windows 14 Recovering from a recovery backup 16 Acer Backup Manager 19 Acer clear.fi 21 Navigating media...
...Touchpad basics (for models with separate buttons) 1 Touchpad basics (for models with integrated buttons) 2 Touchpad gestures 3 Using the keyboard 4 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad\ 4 Hotkeys 5 Recovery 7 Creating a recovery backup 7 Creating a drivers and applications backup 9 Recovering your system 11 Reinstalling drivers and applications 11 Returning to an earlier system snapshot 13 Returning your system to its factory condition 14 Recovering from Windows 14 Recovering from a recovery backup 16 Acer Backup Manager 19 Acer clear.fi 21 Navigating media...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 19
... 33 Using a computer security lock 33 Using passwords 33 Entering passwords 34 Setting passwords 34 Expanding through options 35 Connectivity options 35 Fax/data modem 35 Built-in network feature 36 Consumer Infrared (CIR) 36 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 37 IEEE 1394 port 38 High-Definition Multimedia Interface 38 ExpressCard 39 Installing memory 40 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 42 Choose your input type 42 Watching TV using the optional DVB...
... 33 Using a computer security lock 33 Using passwords 33 Entering passwords 34 Setting passwords 34 Expanding through options 35 Connectivity options 35 Fax/data modem 35 Built-in network feature 36 Consumer Infrared (CIR) 36 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 37 IEEE 1394 port 38 High-Definition Multimedia Interface 38 ExpressCard 39 Installing memory 40 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 42 Choose your input type 42 Watching TV using the optional DVB...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 20
... 43 Watching TV with an external antenna or cable socket 43 BIOS utility 44 Boot sequence 44 Password 44 Using software 45 Playing DVD movies 45 Using a Bluetooth connection 46 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth 46 Adding a Bluetooth device 47 Troubleshooting 50 Troubleshooting tips 50 Error messages 50 Frequently asked questions 52 Requesting service 53 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 53 Before you call 53 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 55 Three concepts you might...
... 43 Watching TV with an external antenna or cable socket 43 BIOS utility 44 Boot sequence 44 Password 44 Using software 45 Playing DVD movies 45 Using a Bluetooth connection 46 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth 46 Adding a Bluetooth device 47 Troubleshooting 50 Troubleshooting tips 50 Error messages 50 Frequently asked questions 52 Requesting service 53 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 53 Before you call 53 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 55 Three concepts you might...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 23
... horizontal scrolling is enabled on the touchtap, then slide a finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. • Single-finger press or tap: Press the touchpad down, or lightly tap the touchpad with integrated buttons) Note: The touchpad is controlled by some basic gestures: • Single-finger slide: Slide a finger across the touchpad to finger movement; It can be disabled under Mouse settings...
... horizontal scrolling is enabled on the touchtap, then slide a finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. • Single-finger press or tap: Press the touchpad down, or lightly tap the touchpad with integrated buttons) Note: The touchpad is controlled by some basic gestures: • Single-finger slide: Slide a finger across the touchpad to finger movement; It can be disabled under Mouse settings...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 25
... a lot of the keycaps. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Hold while typing Type the letters in a letters on and off Hold while using cursor-control keys. normal manner. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad\ Note: Information in numeric mode. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Num Lock off . The keyboard has three lock keys which you press the up...
... a lot of the keycaps. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Hold while typing Type the letters in a letters on and off Hold while using cursor-control keys. normal manner. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad\ Note: Information in numeric mode. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Num Lock off . The keyboard has three lock keys which you press the up...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 26
...the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Increases the sound volume. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on or off to save power. Hotkey + + + + + + Icon Function Description Communication key Enables / disables the computer's communication devices. (Communication devices may vary by configuration.) Sleep Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. English...
...the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Increases the sound volume. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on or off to save power. Hotkey + + + + + + Icon Function Description Communication key Enables / disables the computer's communication devices. (Communication devices may vary by configuration.) Sleep Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. English...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 32
... the factory. If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to follow the instructions provided with a permanent marker. Make sure you keep your user information, see "Returning your hard drive or the backup you have stopped working correctly. Reset your computer, you need to a previous system condition. If you need to reset your system, but keep the backup in a safe place that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers...
... the factory. If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to follow the instructions provided with a permanent marker. Make sure you keep your user information, see "Returning your hard drive or the backup you have stopped working correctly. Reset your computer, you need to a previous system condition. If you need to reset your system, but keep the backup in a safe place that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 35
... the recovery backup you have created. • If you can access important files 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. formatted or you may need to reinstall everything on your hard drive, back them up now. See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on page 16. Recovering from the Windows Store). See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management...
... the recovery backup you have created. • If you can access important files 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. formatted or you may need to reinstall everything on your hard drive, back them up now. See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on page 16. Recovering from the Windows Store). See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 38
... PC window opens. 2. See "Reset your PC from the recovery backup instead of recovery to one option is available). 4. Software installed since you can return to use: a. Choose to keep these restore points to get your arrow keys to the hard drive: a. If you can access important files on the hard drive and want to keep any changes to select USB Device, then press Enter. b. Click Refresh your PC to -resolve software problems...
... PC window opens. 2. See "Reset your PC from the recovery backup instead of recovery to one option is available). 4. Software installed since you can return to use: a. Choose to keep these restore points to get your arrow keys to the hard drive: a. If you can access important files on the hard drive and want to keep any changes to select USB Device, then press Enter. b. Click Refresh your PC to -resolve software problems...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 40
... to restore your backup. Alternatively, in Windows 8, simply start Acer Backup Manager in Desktop mode, select Acer Backup Manager. a flash drive) to back up. • Image My Drive: Create a backup file for the entire drive. from your computer at a later time. • Migrate My Files: Allows you to copy files to a USB device so that enables you want to back up, then follow the onscreen instructions: 1 Select the content you to removable media...
... to restore your backup. Alternatively, in Windows 8, simply start Acer Backup Manager in Desktop mode, select Acer Backup Manager. a flash drive) to back up. • Image My Drive: Create a backup file for the entire drive. from your computer at a later time. • Migrate My Files: Allows you to copy files to a USB device so that enables you want to back up, then follow the onscreen instructions: 1 Select the content you to removable media...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 48
... Windows power meter. Replace the battery pack. 5. Close all necessary files. 3. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the mains power supply. 2. Save all applications. 3. Resume work . 1. If the battery needs to be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down. Data will be replaced, please contact an authorized service center. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Turn...
... Windows power meter. Replace the battery pack. 5. Close all necessary files. 3. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the mains power supply. 2. Save all applications. 3. Resume work . 1. If the battery needs to be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down. Data will be replaced, please contact an authorized service center. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Turn...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 50
... cases, press and release the power button to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; You can put the computer in Sleep mode. To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: press the Windows key + and click Start > Shut Down. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you...
... cases, press and release the power button to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; You can put the computer in Sleep mode. To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: press the Windows key + and click Start > Shut Down. Or: You can now safely take the computer anywhere you...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 54
... the lock into the BIOS utility. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of . If you must enter this password with password checkpoints on page 44. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use of this password to gain access to secure the lock. Important! Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with your password, please get in touch with a Kensington-compatible security slot for maximum security. • Password on boot-up...
... the lock into the BIOS utility. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of . If you must enter this password with password checkpoints on page 44. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use of this password to gain access to secure the lock. Important! Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with your password, please get in touch with a Kensington-compatible security slot for maximum security. • Password on boot-up...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 55
... Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. Setting passwords You can set and the password on the computer again, and try again. If you fail to access the BIOS utility. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. Then turn...
... Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. Setting passwords You can set and the password on the computer again, and try again. If you fail to access the BIOS utility. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. Then turn...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 56
... modem. Plugging this section may not apply to a telephone jack. To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to your computer. Warning! Connectivity options Ports allow you a complete mobile computing experience. English 35 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you to connect peripheral devices to the computer, read the following section. This modem...
... modem. Plugging this section may not apply to a telephone jack. To use is not compatible with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to your computer. Warning! Connectivity options Ports allow you a complete mobile computing experience. English 35 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you to connect peripheral devices to the computer, read the following section. This modem...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 73
... solutions are using on the taskbar. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Nothing appears on . Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon...
... solutions are using on the taskbar. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set to the computer. • If the Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in the external USB floppy drive? Nothing appears on . Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 77
... icon to accommodate the tile in its new location. Can I personalize the Lock screen? You can view weather or stock updates without needing to see on a thumbnail and selecting Close. Other tiles will be updated with new content whenever you will be moved to unlock the computer. Can I unlock my computer? From Start, start typing 'Control Panel' to the Internet. Right-click on a tile, then select...
... icon to accommodate the tile in its new location. Can I personalize the Lock screen? You can view weather or stock updates without needing to see on a thumbnail and selecting Close. Other tiles will be updated with new content whenever you will be moved to unlock the computer. Can I unlock my computer? From Start, start typing 'Control Panel' to the Internet. Right-click on a tile, then select...
Generic User Guide (Windows 8)
Page 2433
ä·Â 13 4 5 Windows Windows 13 Windows 15 Windows Acer Recovery Management Start¾ÔÁ¾ì 'Recovery Acer Recovery Management Restore Factory Settings Customized Restore Restore Factory Settings Windows Acer Recovery Management 14 Customized Restore Windows Store Acer Recovery Management 15
ä·Â 13 4 5 Windows Windows 13 Windows 15 Windows Acer Recovery Management Start¾ÔÁ¾ì 'Recovery Acer Recovery Management Restore Factory Settings Customized Restore Restore Factory Settings Windows Acer Recovery Management 14 Customized Restore Windows Store Acer Recovery Management 15