Safety Guide
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... after following the operating instructions. • The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for using your computer - 11 Before putting your computer in sleep mode. Do not put a computer in a carrying case while it is turned on. Refer all servicing to dangerous voltage points or other controls may expose you to qualified service personnel. Safety instructions Product servicing Do not attempt to...
... after following the operating instructions. • The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for using your computer - 11 Before putting your computer in sleep mode. Do not put a computer in a carrying case while it is turned on. Refer all servicing to dangerous voltage points or other controls may expose you to qualified service personnel. Safety instructions Product servicing Do not attempt to...
User Manual
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... / AN515-57 / AN517-41 / AN517-53 / AN517-54 This revision: January 2021 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . The information contained in or sign up your new device runs on the Operating System version. 2 - © 2021. Ensure you are for an Acer ID. 4. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of your password if you start up for reference...
... / AN515-57 / AN517-41 / AN517-53 / AN517-54 This revision: January 2021 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . The information contained in or sign up your new device runs on the Operating System version. 2 - © 2021. Ensure you are for an Acer ID. 4. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of your password if you start up for reference...
User Manual
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... / AN517-53 / AN517-54)......... 18 USB 3.2 information 18 Rear view 19 Base view 20 Using the keyboard 21 Lock keys 21 Hotkeys 21 Windows keys 23 Using the Precision Touchpad 24 Touchpad gestures 24 Changing touchpad settings 26 Recovery 28 Creating a file history backup 28 Creating a factory default backup ....... 30 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 32 Restoring your computer 32 Reset this PC and keep my files 32 Reset this PC and remove everything ... 35 Using a Bluetooth connection 39 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth........ 39 Enable Bluetooth and...
... / AN517-53 / AN517-54)......... 18 USB 3.2 information 18 Rear view 19 Base view 20 Using the keyboard 21 Lock keys 21 Hotkeys 21 Windows keys 23 Using the Precision Touchpad 24 Touchpad gestures 24 Changing touchpad settings 26 Recovery 28 Creating a file history backup 28 Creating a factory default backup ....... 30 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 32 Restoring your computer 32 Reset this PC and keep my files 32 Reset this PC and remove everything ... 35 Using a Bluetooth connection 39 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth........ 39 Enable Bluetooth and...
User Manual
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... have connected to the User's Manual. Your guides To help you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. For more productive, please refer to the internet, you to be listed. This guide contains detailed information on how your mobile computing needs. Scroll down to thank you for making this page you use your Acer notebook, we have found your product model, any updates...
... have connected to the User's Manual. Your guides To help you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. For more productive, please refer to the internet, you to be listed. This guide contains detailed information on how your mobile computing needs. Scroll down to thank you for making this page you use your Acer notebook, we have found your product model, any updates...
User Manual
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... following : • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down. approved adapter to power your device, or an Acer- If you can put it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to turn it on again...
... following : • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down. approved adapter to power your device, or an Acer- If you can put it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to turn it on again...
User Manual
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... to perform a right click. 3 NitroSense key Launches NitroSense application. 4 Power button Turns the computer on the touchpad surface to perform a left click. Indicates the computer's battery status. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Press down firmly on and off. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Your Acer notebook tour - 15 # Icon Item 2 Touchpad Description Touch-sensitive pointing...
... to perform a right click. 3 NitroSense key Launches NitroSense application. 4 Power button Turns the computer on the touchpad surface to perform a left click. Indicates the computer's battery status. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Press down firmly on and off. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Your Acer notebook tour - 15 # Icon Item 2 Touchpad Description Touch-sensitive pointing...
User Manual
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... media file. Press any key to the previous media file. Microphone Turns the microphones on or off. Keyboard backlight decrease Decreases the intensity of the keyboard backlight. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Brightness Decreases the screen down Decreases the sound volume. Pause Sends a Break Command. Insert Turns Insert on and toggle off to the next media file. Previous Return to return. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Volume down brightness. Using the keyboard Hotkey...
... media file. Press any key to the previous media file. Microphone Turns the microphones on or off. Keyboard backlight decrease Decreases the intensity of the keyboard backlight. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Brightness Decreases the screen down Decreases the sound volume. Pause Sends a Break Command. Insert Turns Insert on and toggle off to the next media file. Previous Return to return. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Volume down brightness. Using the keyboard Hotkey...
User Manual
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... devices owner's manual to determine how to pair once. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device 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 disabled by default. Click on Add Bluetooth or other devices. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to other device then select the device that , simply turning on the Bluetooth adapter of devices...
... devices owner's manual to determine how to pair once. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device 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 disabled by default. Click on Add Bluetooth or other devices. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to other device then select the device that , simply turning on the Bluetooth adapter of devices...
User Manual
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... network and enter the password if required. You can access the internet. Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that will have to go to your computer to the internet. First though, in network features make it is safe to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on by the cabin crew. Your computer's built-in order to connect to sign up internet service. All wireless devices must be prohibited. The ISP will install...
... network and enter the password if required. You can access the internet. Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that will have to go to your computer to the internet. First though, in network features make it is safe to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on by the cabin crew. Your computer's built-in order to connect to sign up internet service. All wireless devices must be prohibited. The ISP will install...
User Manual
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... status, including the fan speeds, power plan, component temperature, loading performance and more immersive experience. Better audio delivers a competitive edge as well as a more . NITROSENSE NitroSense - 45 Call up the NitroSense UI with a single touch of the CPU and GPU. The screen provides options for each function to instantly provide a user interface for system configuration and also display system information. The...
... status, including the fan speeds, power plan, component temperature, loading performance and more immersive experience. Better audio delivers a competitive edge as well as a more . NITROSENSE NitroSense - 45 Call up the NitroSense UI with a single touch of the CPU and GPU. The screen provides options for each function to instantly provide a user interface for system configuration and also display system information. The...
User Manual
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... Enter. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. Then turn on boot parameter is set, a prompt appears when you fail to shut down the computer. Securing your computer - 53 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...
... Enter. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. Then turn on boot parameter is set, a prompt appears when you fail to shut down the computer. Securing your computer - 53 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...
User Manual
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... power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start . Select Additional power settings. 3. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of power to check for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button...
... power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start . Select Additional power settings. 3. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of power to check for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button...
User Manual
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... constant AC power. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are advised to its effective life. 58 - the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. Failure to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as...
... constant AC power. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are advised to its effective life. 58 - the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. Failure to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as...
User Manual
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..., you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other devices through a USB port. USB 2.0 ports on the USB icon in data loss or damage to your device's documentation to stop using the device before removing it supports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you to a single USB port. Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (Highspeed USB) and USB 3.2 Gen 1 / Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB). Consult your peripheral...
..., you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other devices through a USB port. USB 2.0 ports on the USB icon in data loss or damage to your device's documentation to stop using the device before removing it supports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you to a single USB port. Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (Highspeed USB) and USB 3.2 Gen 1 / Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB). Consult your peripheral...
User Manual
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... the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Attach the video cable to connect an external microphone; Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer allow you to connect audio devices. Use the microphone port to the monitor port on the computer. 3. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Video and audio connectors - 69 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers; Use the headphone port to your computer via a video port. These...
... the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Attach the video cable to connect an external microphone; Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer allow you to connect audio devices. Use the microphone port to the monitor port on the computer. 3. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Video and audio connectors - 69 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers; Use the headphone port to your computer via a video port. These...
User Manual
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... computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to the power outlet. Use the Brightness up . You may need to wait a few minutes before trying to an external monitor. 72 - if there is being supplied to the computer, check the following : • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or...
... computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to the power outlet. Use the Brightness up . You may need to wait a few minutes before trying to an external monitor. 72 - if there is being supplied to the computer, check the following : • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or...
User Manual
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... created a few pointers to enable/disable. How do I get started. You can enable/disable notifications for all of the screen. How do I turn off my computer? Frequently asked questions Tips and hints for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you can turn off notifications so that will need to enter the password to continue. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings...
... created a few pointers to enable/disable. How do I get started. You can enable/disable notifications for all of the screen. How do I turn off my computer? Frequently asked questions Tips and hints for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you can turn off notifications so that will need to enter the password to continue. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings...
User Manual
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... change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. You can . From here you can give the group(s) a name and arrange the tiles within the groups to suit your Pictures folder will be moved to use (your needs. Select Add a folder and open by default...
... change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. You can . From here you can give the group(s) a name and arrange the tiles within the groups to suit your Pictures folder will be moved to use (your needs. Select Add a folder and open by default...
User Manual
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.... Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Where are they? When you 'll connect your cursor to Windows. Frequently asked questions How do I install apps? Alternatively, open . You will need a Microsoft ID to use to communicate with friends and sign in to your PC with a Microsoft account instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. How do not need to have...
.... Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Where are they? When you 'll connect your cursor to Windows. Frequently asked questions How do I install apps? Alternatively, open . You will need a Microsoft ID to use to communicate with friends and sign in to your PC with a Microsoft account instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. How do not need to have...
User Manual
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... of your service provider to see if any additional charges will be fast and easy and eliminates the need to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Setting up a wireless network is a group of computers (for example a printer or scanner. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with a cellular provider. Note If your computer includes a SIM card slot, you can...
... of your service provider to see if any additional charges will be fast and easy and eliminates the need to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Setting up a wireless network is a group of computers (for example a printer or scanner. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with a cellular provider. Note If your computer includes a SIM card slot, you can...