Safety Guide
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... in sleep mode. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Basic care and tips for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. Note Adjust only those controls that...
... in sleep mode. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Basic care and tips for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. Note Adjust only those controls that...
User Manual
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... your new device runs on Windows OS, you may not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in or sign up your password if you start up for an Acer ID. 4. Go to the Internet. 2. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of your device to register it .) If the record is subject to review your product record. (Reset your device with...
... your new device runs on Windows OS, you may not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in or sign up your password if you start up for an Acer ID. 4. Go to the Internet. 2. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of your device to register it .) If the record is subject to review your product record. (Reset your device with...
User Manual
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... Using the keyboard 18 Lock keys 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 19 Using the Precision Touchpad 20 Touchpad gestures 20 Changing touchpad settings 22 Recovery 24 Creating a file history backup 24 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 27 Creating a factory default backup ....... 27 Restoring your computer 32 Reset this PC and keep my files 32 Reset this PC and remove everything ... 34 Using a Bluetooth connection 38 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth........ 38 Enable Bluetooth and add a device ....... 38 Connecting to the Internet 40 Connecting to a wireless network...
... Using the keyboard 18 Lock keys 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 19 Using the Precision Touchpad 20 Touchpad gestures 20 Changing touchpad settings 22 Recovery 24 Creating a file history backup 24 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 27 Creating a factory default backup ....... 27 Restoring your computer 32 Reset this PC and keep my files 32 Reset this PC and remove everything ... 34 Using a Bluetooth connection 38 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth........ 38 Enable Bluetooth and add a device ....... 38 Connecting to the Internet 40 Connecting to a wireless network...
User Manual
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... Setup Guide helps you for making this page you to be listed. Scroll down to the internet, you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will automatically detect your computer's serial number and SNID and allow you to copy it to thank you get started with setting up your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. Once you have connected to Drivers and Manuals...
... Setup Guide helps you for making this page you to be listed. Scroll down to the internet, you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will automatically detect your computer's serial number and SNID and allow you to copy it to thank you get started with setting up your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. Once you have connected to Drivers and Manuals...
User Manual
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...; Press the power button. • Press the sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to power your device, or an Acer- If you need to power down the computer for up . Do not place it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. •...
...; Press the power button. • Press the sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to power your device, or an Acer- If you need to power down the computer for up . Do not place it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. •...
User Manual
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... key Launches NitroSense application. 4 Power button Turns the computer on the touchpad surface to perform a left click. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. Indicates the computer's battery status. Press down firmly on and off. Battery Charging: The light shows amber 5 indicator when the battery is charging. Your Acer notebook tour - 13 # Icon Item 2 Touchpad Description Touch-sensitive pointing device. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power...
... key Launches NitroSense application. 4 Power button Turns the computer on the touchpad surface to perform a left click. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. Indicates the computer's battery status. Press down firmly on and off. Battery Charging: The light shows amber 5 indicator when the battery is charging. Your Acer notebook tour - 13 # Icon Item 2 Touchpad Description Touch-sensitive pointing device. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power...
User Manual
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... the intensity of the keyboard backlight. Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen or to return to save power. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Turns Scroll Lock on and off . Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Brightness Decreases the screen down Decreases the sound volume. Turns the built-in touchpad on or off . Using the keyboard - 19 Hotkey Fn + F6 Icon Fn...
... the intensity of the keyboard backlight. Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen or to return to save power. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Turns Scroll Lock on and off . Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Brightness Decreases the screen down Decreases the sound volume. Turns the built-in touchpad on or off . Using the keyboard - 19 Hotkey Fn + F6 Icon Fn...
User Manual
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... Recovery Management. 34 - This will restart several times during the reset process. 6. Recovery 4. Your PC will take a while and your personal files. The screen will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 8. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. Click Reset to its factory default settings without removing your PC will turn back on the screen. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. You will turn...
... Recovery Management. 34 - This will restart several times during the reset process. 6. Recovery 4. Your PC will take a while and your personal files. The screen will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 8. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. Click Reset to its factory default settings without removing your PC will turn back on the screen. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. You will turn...
User Manual
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... only need to enable/disable it 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 a technology enabling you to add. 3. Click on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Bluetooth-enabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. This means it . 2. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must first be enabled on both devices. 2. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth...
... only need to enable/disable it 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 a technology enabling you to add. 3. Click on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Bluetooth-enabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. This means it . 2. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must first be enabled on both devices. 2. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth...
User Manual
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.... Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that will detect and display a list of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Select your internet connection itself. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to WLAN, you 'll need to the internet. 40 - Connecting to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Your computer's built-in network features make it is a wireless local area network, which can access the internet...
.... Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that will detect and display a list of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Select your internet connection itself. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to WLAN, you 'll need to the internet. 40 - Connecting to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Your computer's built-in network features make it is a wireless local area network, which can access the internet...
User Manual
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... you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Securing your computer - 51 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 Enter to use the computer. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility.
... you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Securing your computer - 51 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 Enter to use the computer. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility.
User Manual
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... and environmental impact, turn off , your computer's battery. Your computer will take longer to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start from Sleep. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. System activity refers to any activity involving one or...
... and environmental impact, turn off , your computer's battery. Your computer will take longer to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start from Sleep. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. System activity refers to any activity involving one or...
User Manual
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... reach the end of more you use ; 56 - In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Battery pack Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. Failure to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32°...
... reach the end of more you use ; 56 - In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Battery pack Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. Failure to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32°...
User Manual
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... or turned off. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to a single USB port. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports. Failure to do this may result in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. Some USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports support charging devices when...
... or turned off. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to a single USB port. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports. Failure to do this may result in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. Some USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports support charging devices when...
User Manual
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...'s configuration. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in speakers. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers; These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. The type of port available depends on the computer. 3. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. connecting an audio device to connect an external microphone; Check...
...'s configuration. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in speakers. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers; These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. The type of port available depends on the computer. 3. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. connecting an audio device to connect an external microphone; Check...
User Manual
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... computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to save power. if there is no power, check the following: • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to resume. Press and release the power button to the power outlet. I turned on the screen.
... computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to save power. if there is no power, check the following: • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to resume. Press and release the power button to the power outlet. I turned on the screen.
User Manual
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... enter the password to unlock the computer. You can launch apps. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on the lower left-hand corner of installed apps on the computer. Can I turn off notifications so that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating...
... enter the password to unlock the computer. You can launch apps. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on the lower left-hand corner of installed apps on the computer. Can I turn off notifications so that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating...
User Manual
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... wish to use (your Pictures folder will be moved to an existing group on Start that you can. You can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on Start. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. From here, you quick status and notifications to suit your needs. How do...
... wish to use (your Pictures folder will be moved to an existing group on Start that you can. You can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on Start. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. From here, you quick status and notifications to suit your needs. How do...
User Manual
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... sign in to your PC to using a Microsoft ID. Select Advanced options to Windows. A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to communicate with a Microsoft account or you 'll connect your PC with a Microsoft account instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Alternatively, open . You can sync data across...
... sign in to your PC to using a Microsoft ID. Select Advanced options to Windows. A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to communicate with a Microsoft account or you 'll connect your PC with a Microsoft account instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Alternatively, open . You can sync data across...
User Manual
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... devices (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with your computer, or may require an external device, such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is easy and allows you and other computers in your computer includes a SIM card slot, you can be incurred, especially roaming charges...
... devices (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with your computer, or may require an external device, such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is easy and allows you and other computers in your computer includes a SIM card slot, you can be incurred, especially roaming charges...