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... Your guides 16 Recovering from Windows 48 Basic care and tips for using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 52 computer 16 Turning your computer on and off 16 Power management 56 Taking care of your computer 17 Disable Fast startup 56 Taking care of your AC adapter 18 Battery pack 59 Cleaning and servicing 18 Battery pack characteristics 59 Your Acer notebook tour 19 Charging the battery 59 Screen view 20 Keyboard...
... Your guides 16 Recovering from Windows 48 Basic care and tips for using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 52 computer 16 Turning your computer on and off 16 Power management 56 Taking care of your computer 17 Disable Fast startup 56 Taking care of your AC adapter 18 Battery pack 59 Cleaning and servicing 18 Battery pack characteristics 59 Your Acer notebook tour 19 Charging the battery 59 Screen view 20 Keyboard...
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... asked questions 89 Using a computer security lock 70 Requesting service 91 Using passwords 70 Tips and hints for Windows HDMI 86 updates 99 Where can I get to Start 93 How do I jump between apps 94 How do I turn off my computer 94 Wireless networks 76 Connecting to the Internet 76 Acer Instant Connect 76 Wireless networks 76 Using a Bluetooth connection 78 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth 78 Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8 ......... 79 Adding a Bluetooth device 80 Acer Converter Port 85 Why is...
... asked questions 89 Using a computer security lock 70 Requesting service 91 Using passwords 70 Tips and hints for Windows HDMI 86 updates 99 Where can I get to Start 93 How do I jump between apps 94 How do I turn off my computer 94 Wireless networks 76 Connecting to the Internet 76 Acer Instant Connect 76 Wireless networks 76 Using a Bluetooth connection 78 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth 78 Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8 ......... 79 Adding a Bluetooth device 80 Acer Converter Port 85 Why is...
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... lifetime of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed. - The product exhibits a distinct change in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to leak acid, become hot, explode or...
... lifetime of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed. - The product exhibits a distinct change in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to leak acid, become hot, explode or...
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... safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your device when its use any area, and always switch off your laptop under the following conditions. To successfully transmit data files or messages, this device. Do not dispose of the battery will eventually wear out. Please recycle when possible. Do not disassemble or dispose of a new battery is prohibited or...
... safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your device when its use any area, and always switch off your laptop under the following conditions. To successfully transmit data files or messages, this device. Do not dispose of the battery will eventually wear out. Please recycle when possible. Do not disassemble or dispose of a new battery is prohibited or...
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... as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you get started with setting up your computer. First things first In addition it contains general regulations and safety notices for meeting your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then...
... as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you get started with setting up your computer. First things first In addition it contains general regulations and safety notices for meeting your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then...
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Battery indicator Charging: The light is amber when the battery is blue. 22 - Fully charged: The light is charging. Your Acer notebook tour Keyboard view 1 2 3 # Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 1 Indicates battery status.
Battery indicator Charging: The light is amber when the battery is blue. 22 - Fully charged: The light is charging. Your Acer notebook tour Keyboard view 1 2 3 # Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 1 Indicates battery status.
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.... • Compatible with your computer. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to a LAN, an external display or an additional USB device. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Your Acer notebook tour # Icon 4 5 6 7 Item Acer Converter Port HDMI port Kensington lock slot DC-in jack Description Connects to the Acer Converter cable, allowing for easy connection to secure the...
.... • Compatible with your computer. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to a LAN, an external display or an additional USB device. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Your Acer notebook tour # Icon 4 5 6 7 Item Acer Converter Port HDMI port Kensington lock slot DC-in jack Description Connects to the Acer Converter cable, allowing for easy connection to secure the...
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... any key to save power. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on and off . Keyboard backlight Turns the keyboard backlight on / off to return. Using the keyboard Hotkey + + + + + + + Icon Function Description Turns on and off . Turns the display screen Display off backlight off the computer's Airplane mode network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) Sleep Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on certain models. 30 - Switches display output Display toggle between the display screen...
... any key to save power. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on and off . Keyboard backlight Turns the keyboard backlight on / off to return. Using the keyboard Hotkey + + + + + + + Icon Function Description Turns on and off . Turns the display screen Display off backlight off the computer's Airplane mode network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) Sleep Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on certain models. 30 - Switches display output Display toggle between the display screen...
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... the problem may be 42 - Revert to copy files.You will remember. 3. Click Start to a previous system condition. Perform minor fixes. To reinstall software and drivers that you keep the backup in a safe place that were pre-installed at the factory, see that product's documentation or support Web site. 2. Recovery Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on page 43. Remove the disc from the drive...
... the problem may be 42 - Revert to copy files.You will remember. 3. Click Start to a previous system condition. Perform minor fixes. To reinstall software and drivers that you keep the backup in a safe place that were pre-installed at the factory, see that product's documentation or support Web site. 2. Recovery Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on page 43. Remove the disc from the drive...
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... the applications and device drivers that came pre-installed on page 46. 3. If you need to reinstall device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - For instructions, see "Returning your hard drive or the backup you may need to follow the instructions provided with the device. Reinstalling drivers and applications As a troubleshooting step, you have created. • Other applications - Recovery - 43 solved by returning your computer from the factory. Reset your computer, follow...
... the applications and device drivers that came pre-installed on page 46. 3. If you need to reinstall device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - For instructions, see "Returning your hard drive or the backup you may need to follow the instructions provided with the device. Reinstalling drivers and applications As a troubleshooting step, you have created. • Other applications - Recovery - 43 solved by returning your computer from the factory. Reset your computer, follow...
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Recovering from the Windows Store). If 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. Restore Factory 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. Software installed since you can access important files on your system. See...
Recovering from the Windows Store). If 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. Restore Factory 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. Software installed since you can access important files on your system. See...
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... take several minutes. 50 - After the recovery has finished, you to restore your computer to your computer and press + during startup 1. Several options are completely removed. 4. a. 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 no files can start using your PC. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Click Troubleshoot. 3. b.
... take several minutes. 50 - After the recovery has finished, you to restore your computer to your computer and press + during startup 1. Several options are completely removed. 4. a. 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 no files can start using your PC. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Click Troubleshoot. 3. b.
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c. During startup, press to confirm. Use your computer. Windows starts from a recovery backup on a USB drive: 1. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from the recovery backup instead of BIOS your keyboard type. 52 - Press when starting your arrow keys to your computer. 4. b. e. b. If your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on the type of the normal startup process. 6. f. Plug in keyboard, make sure a keyboard is attached to select USB Device, then press Enter. Your computer will...
c. During startup, press to confirm. Use your computer. Windows starts from a recovery backup on a USB drive: 1. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from the recovery backup instead of BIOS your keyboard type. 52 - Press when starting your arrow keys to your computer. 4. b. e. b. If your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on the type of the normal startup process. 6. f. Plug in keyboard, make sure a keyboard is attached to select USB Device, then press Enter. Your computer will...
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... The power meter indicates the current battery level. • Frequent use the battery, the faster it will reach the end of its effective life. You are advised to see the battery's present charge level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to follow the suggestions set out below: • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use. • Remove...
... The power meter indicates the current battery level. • Frequent use the battery, the faster it will reach the end of its effective life. You are advised to see the battery's present charge level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to follow the suggestions set out below: • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use. • Remove...
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... unauthorized use of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. See "BIOS utility" on bootup and resume from unauthorized access. SECURING YOUR COMPUTER Your computer is a valuable investment that you must enter this password with a Kensington-compatible security slot for your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock. Setting these passwords creates several...
... unauthorized use of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. See "BIOS utility" on bootup and resume from unauthorized access. SECURING YOUR COMPUTER Your computer is a valuable investment that you must enter this password with a Kensington-compatible security slot for your computer and data: • Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock. Setting these passwords creates several...
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... the center of this password with your computer - 71 If you the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility. Important: You have three chances to use of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a prompt appears when you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Securing your dealer or an authorized service center. Important: Do not...
... the center of this password with your computer - 71 If you the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility. Important: You have three chances to use of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a prompt appears when you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Securing your dealer or an authorized service center. Important: Do not...
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Open the Charms and select Settings > Change PC Settings > Wireless, or press the Windows key + and then type 'Wireless'; in the results, click on your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following: 1. Click the toggle next to Bluetooth to enable/disable it. 3. Then, from Windows 8 Bluetooth on Wireless. 2. To enable your computer is disabled by default. Using a Bluetooth connection - 79 Enabling Bluetooth from the Desktop notification area, click the Bluetooth icon, and select Open Settings.
Open the Charms and select Settings > Change PC Settings > Wireless, or press the Windows key + and then type 'Wireless'; in the results, click on your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following: 1. Click the toggle next to Bluetooth to enable/disable it. 3. Then, from Windows 8 Bluetooth on Wireless. 2. To enable your computer is disabled by default. Using a Bluetooth connection - 79 Enabling Bluetooth from the Desktop notification area, click the Bluetooth icon, and select Open Settings.
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... computer. Nothing appears on . Press any key to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator: • If it is lit, check the following: • Do you are provided for each one. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be the cause...
... computer. Nothing appears on . Press any key to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator: • If it is lit, check the following: • Do you are provided for each one. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be the cause...
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You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. Press and release the power button to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be loose. 90 - The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to the line-out port on the computer. No audio is heard...
You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. Press and release the power button to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be loose. 90 - The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to the line-out port on the computer. No audio is heard...
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... questions You can use Windows 8, but it makes life easier because you can pin shortcuts to using a Microsoft ID. How do not need one , swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > Users > Switch to Internet Explorer? Do I add a favorite to a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions. You do I need a Microsoft ID to use any email address...
... questions You can use Windows 8, but it makes life easier because you can pin shortcuts to using a Microsoft ID. How do not need one , swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > Users > Switch to Internet Explorer? Do I add a favorite to a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions. You do I need a Microsoft ID to use any email address...