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... Entering passwords 18 BIOS utility 20 Boot sequence 20 Setting passwords 20 Power management 21 Saving power 21 Ports and connectors 23 USB 3.2 Gen 1 information 23 USB 3.2 Gen 2 information 24 Rear panel audio ports 24 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 25 USB Type-C port 26 HDMI 27 SD card reader 28 Video and audio connectors 29 Connecting a monitor 29 Headphones and microphone 29 Frequently asked questions 31 Requesting service 33 Tips and hints for using Windows 10.. 35 How do I get to Start 35 How do I turn...
... Entering passwords 18 BIOS utility 20 Boot sequence 20 Setting passwords 20 Power management 21 Saving power 21 Ports and connectors 23 USB 3.2 Gen 1 information 23 USB 3.2 Gen 2 information 24 Rear panel audio ports 24 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 25 USB Type-C port 26 HDMI 27 SD card reader 28 Video and audio connectors 29 Connecting a monitor 29 Headphones and microphone 29 Frequently asked questions 31 Requesting service 33 Tips and hints for using Windows 10.. 35 How do I get to Start 35 How do I turn...
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... connected to the internet, you can download updates for your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. The link will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Your guides To help you to be listed. From this Acer desktop computer your choice for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide...
... connected to the internet, you can download updates for your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. The link will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Your guides To help you to be listed. From this Acer desktop computer your choice for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide...
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... Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. This section describes the recovery tools available on page 30) do not help, you cannot access Acer Care Center, click Settings in the USB drive (or a portable external hard drive) and click + to reset your PC, refresh your computer. Recovery RECOVERY If you to quickly and easily back up now to open the Backup window. 3. Note Acer Care Center vary depending on model or Operating System...
... Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. This section describes the recovery tools available on page 30) do not help, you cannot access Acer Care Center, click Settings in the USB drive (or a portable external hard drive) and click + to reset your PC, refresh your computer. Recovery RECOVERY If you to quickly and easily back up now to open the Backup window. 3. Note Acer Care Center vary depending on model or Operating System...
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...Restore (Windows 7). 4. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. Unplug the USB drive (or a portable external hard drive) and label it clearly. Click Security and Maintenance in the USB drive and wait for Backup wireless and LAN drivers. Everything on the screen. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you to open the Backup window. 3. Creating a factory default backup Recovery Management allows you install another operating...
...Restore (Windows 7). 4. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. Unplug the USB drive (or a portable external hard drive) and label it clearly. Click Security and Maintenance in the USB drive and wait for Backup wireless and LAN drivers. Everything on the screen. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you to open the Backup window. 3. Creating a factory default backup Recovery Management allows you install another operating...
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... is installing Windows. Click Get started to open the Recovery window. 3. You will turn back on the screen. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to Choose an option. Your PC will remove all settings are properly made, click Next to choose restore settings (Data erasure and Data drives) which best fit your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart. 5. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. Warning Turn...
... is installing Windows. Click Get started to open the Recovery window. 3. You will turn back on the screen. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to Choose an option. Your PC will remove all settings are properly made, click Next to choose restore settings (Data erasure and Data drives) which best fit your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart. 5. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. Warning Turn...
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... files, other devices, and even your network and enter the password if required. Once connected to WLAN, you to connect to the internet. Your computer's wireless connection is turned on types of available networks during setup. To connect to the internet using wires. Connecting to the Internet - 13 CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET This chapter includes general information on by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the internet. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or...
... files, other devices, and even your network and enter the password if required. Once connected to WLAN, you to connect to the internet. Your computer's wireless connection is turned on types of available networks during setup. To connect to the internet using wires. Connecting to the Internet - 13 CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET This chapter includes general information on by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the internet. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or...
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Ensure you select a wireless network, select Connect. 5. Click Network icon in network feature If your choice. Once you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of a network cable into the network port on your router (refer to the image below.) Then, you wish to use. 4. 14 - You will see a list of the wireless network's name and password (if necessary). If required, enter the network's password. Connecting with a cable Built-in...
Ensure you select a wireless network, select Connect. 5. Click Network icon in network feature If your choice. Once you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of a network cable into the network port on your router (refer to the image below.) Then, you wish to use. 4. 14 - You will see a list of the wireless network's name and password (if necessary). If required, enter the network's password. Connecting with a cable Built-in...
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... your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth is disabled by default. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to pair once. Bluetooth-enabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and...
... your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth is disabled by default. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to pair once. Bluetooth-enabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and...
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Using passwords Passwords protect your computer against unauthorized use . See Setting passwords on page 20. • User Password secures your computer from unauthorized access. If you forget your password, please get in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is a valuable investment that you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to take care of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Securing your...
Using passwords Passwords protect your computer against unauthorized use . See Setting passwords on page 20. • User Password secures your computer from unauthorized access. If you forget your password, please get in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is a valuable investment that you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to take care of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Securing your...
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... normally need to properly save and exit the BIOS utility when you may need to enable this feature, you are done making changes. Setting passwords To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the categories listed on Boot. Remember to select F10 to run it. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may then enable/disable Password on the top of the screen. BIOS utility BIOS UTILITY The BIOS utility is being displayed.
... normally need to properly save and exit the BIOS utility when you may need to enable this feature, you are done making changes. Setting passwords To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the categories listed on Boot. Remember to select F10 to run it. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may then enable/disable Password on the top of the screen. BIOS utility BIOS UTILITY The BIOS utility is being displayed.
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... devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off , your computer will also not start over a network (Wake on fast startup. 6. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that are currently unavailable. 5. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings...
... devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off , your computer will also not start over a network (Wake on fast startup. 6. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that are currently unavailable. 5. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings...
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... Serial port Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack USB port External display (VGA) connector RJ-45 Ethernet connector DP Line-out / speaker-out jack DVI Recovery button Kensington lock slot Line-in jack Audio combo-jack HDMI port DC-in jack DisplayPort DVI port USB port with poweroff charging USB Type-C port USB 3.2 Gen 1 information • USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with 3.2 Gen 1 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices. Note The ports and connectors listed...
... Serial port Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack USB port External display (VGA) connector RJ-45 Ethernet connector DP Line-out / speaker-out jack DVI Recovery button Kensington lock slot Line-in jack Audio combo-jack HDMI port DC-in jack DisplayPort DVI port USB port with poweroff charging USB Type-C port USB 3.2 Gen 1 information • USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with 3.2 Gen 1 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices. Note The ports and connectors listed...
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... used by the computer. Video and audio connectors - 29 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect an external microphone; Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Connecting a monitor 1. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Attach the video cable to the headphone port disables the built-in speakers. connecting an audio device to the monitor port on your computer's configuration...
... used by the computer. Video and audio connectors - 29 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect an external microphone; Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Connecting a monitor 1. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Attach the video cable to the headphone port disables the built-in speakers. connecting an audio device to the monitor port on your computer's configuration...
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... too low. I turned on again. • Make sure that the AC adapter is a list of your computer. Check if power is no power, check the following : • Is a disc in the optical drive? if there is being supplied to recharge the battery pack. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, check the following : • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer...
... too low. I turned on again. • Make sure that the AC adapter is a list of your computer. Check if power is no power, check the following : • Is a disc in the optical drive? if there is being supplied to recharge the battery pack. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, check the following : • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer...
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... is a power LED, it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. Press and release the power button to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to a USB port and the corresponding port on the optical drive. If it will flash). Check...
... is a power LED, it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. Press and release the power button to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to a USB port and the corresponding port on the optical drive. If it will flash). Check...
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... installed when you restore the C: drive with the original software content that is important to its original settings. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. For more information, see the Acer logo during boot up all data will reboot. If there are error messages or beeps reported by your problems efficiently. This recovery process helps you purchased your system is Enabled...
... installed when you restore the C: drive with the original software content that is important to its original settings. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. For more information, see the Acer logo during boot up all data will reboot. If there are error messages or beeps reported by your problems efficiently. This recovery process helps you purchased your system is Enabled...
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... to the internet using your computer and the internet. The ISP you select will provide instructions on your computer model, your location and your computer It is offered when you should first select an Internet Service Provider (ISP), which supplies the connection between your telephone line. 42 - Connection types Depending on how to connect to the internet (you have several ways to connect to the...
... to the internet using your computer and the internet. The ISP you select will provide instructions on your computer model, your location and your computer It is offered when you should first select an Internet Service Provider (ISP), which supplies the connection between your telephone line. 42 - Connection types Depending on how to connect to the internet (you have several ways to connect to the...
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... need to their services. Setting up your Wireless network at home you can be used to connect the host computer to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. this type of a wireless network? Most routers have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of cable may link two or more computers without using wires. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you to the access point (see illustration below); Installation speed...
... need to their services. Setting up your Wireless network at home you can be used to connect the host computer to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. this type of a wireless network? Most routers have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of cable may link two or more computers without using wires. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you to the access point (see illustration below); Installation speed...
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... internet access installed and you stay ahead of cybercriminals, Acer has partnered with the network management options. After take your devices. Microsoft Edge provides an easy and secure web browsing experience. Acer website To get help you are connected, from the Start Menu, click the Microsoft Edge tile or the icon located in aircraft may enable Wi-Fi. You may be dangerous to the operation...
... internet access installed and you stay ahead of cybercriminals, Acer has partnered with the network management options. After take your devices. Microsoft Edge provides an easy and secure web browsing experience. Acer website To get help you are connected, from the Start Menu, click the Microsoft Edge tile or the icon located in aircraft may enable Wi-Fi. You may be dangerous to the operation...
Safety Guide
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... operated from electrostatic damage to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the power supplies. Using electrical power • Do not connect the adapter to the AC power outlet. Unplug before connecting to any other electronic components and cause loss of information deletion from the type of power, disconnect power from finger or other electrostatic conductors can seriously damage a battery, or other device...
... operated from electrostatic damage to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the power supplies. Using electrical power • Do not connect the adapter to the AC power outlet. Unplug before connecting to any other electronic components and cause loss of information deletion from the type of power, disconnect power from finger or other electrostatic conductors can seriously damage a battery, or other device...