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... not be supported depending on the Operating System version. Predator Triton 500 Covers: PT515-52 This revision: March 2020 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it.) If the record is protected by copyright laws. Sign in or sign up your password if you are for Windows OS to review your product record. (Reset your device with the email...
... not be supported depending on the Operating System version. Predator Triton 500 Covers: PT515-52 This revision: March 2020 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it.) If the record is protected by copyright laws. Sign in or sign up your password if you are for Windows OS to review your product record. (Reset your device with the email...
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... adapter........... 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Guidelines for safe battery usage ...... 9 Internal battery 12 Your Predator notebook tour 13 Screen view 13 Keyboard view 14 Left view 15 USB 3.2 Gen 2 information 15 Right view 16 USB Type-C information 16 Rear view 17 Base view 17 Using the keyboard 18 Lock keys 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 20 Using the Precision Touchpad 21 Touchpad gestures 21 Changing touchpad settings 23 Recovery 25 Creating a file history backup ......... 25 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 28 Creating a factory default backup...
... adapter........... 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Guidelines for safe battery usage ...... 9 Internal battery 12 Your Predator notebook tour 13 Screen view 13 Keyboard view 14 Left view 15 USB 3.2 Gen 2 information 15 Right view 16 USB Type-C information 16 Rear view 17 Base view 17 Using the keyboard 18 Lock keys 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 20 Using the Precision Touchpad 21 Touchpad gestures 21 Changing touchpad settings 23 Recovery 25 Creating a file history backup ......... 25 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 28 Creating a factory default backup...
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... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you use your Predator notebook, we have designed a set of your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. For more productive, please refer to thank you for making this page you get started with setting up your product model, any updates, or documents will open the Predator Support webpage. 2. The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of guides...
... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you use your Predator notebook, we have designed a set of your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. For more productive, please refer to thank you for making this page you get started with setting up your product model, any updates, or documents will open the Predator Support webpage. 2. The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of guides...
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...use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer- If you can put it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to completely shut it down, you need to power... for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off, do any of the 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 or sign out > Sleep. Taking...
...use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer- If you can put it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to completely shut it down, you need to power... for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off, do any of the 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 or sign out > Sleep. Taking...
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...DC for USB charging. Your Predator notebook tour Right view 123 4 5 6 # Icon Item Description Indicates the computer's battery status. Allows the computer to USB devices. Supports Thunderbolt™ 3 and displays. 3 Mini DisplayPort Connects to an external display device. 4 USB port Connects to stay 5 Ventilation and cool. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 2 USB Type-C / Thunderbolt 3 port Connects to USB devices with Thunderbolt™ 3. • Delivers up to a Kensingtoncompatible security lock. cooling fan Do not cover or obstruct...
...DC for USB charging. Your Predator notebook tour Right view 123 4 5 6 # Icon Item Description Indicates the computer's battery status. Allows the computer to USB devices. Supports Thunderbolt™ 3 and displays. 3 Mini DisplayPort Connects to an external display device. 4 USB port Connects to stay 5 Ventilation and cool. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 2 USB Type-C / Thunderbolt 3 port Connects to USB devices with Thunderbolt™ 3. • Delivers up to a Kensingtoncompatible security lock. cooling fan Do not cover or obstruct...
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... Function Touchpad toggle Flight mode Sleep Display toggle Description Turns the built-in uppercase. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you need to turn keyboard functions on and off . The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Hotkeys To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Turns on , all alphabetic characters typed are in touchpad on and off . Use this mode...
... Function Touchpad toggle Flight mode Sleep Display toggle Description Turns the built-in uppercase. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you need to turn keyboard functions on and off . The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. Hotkeys To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Turns on , all alphabetic characters typed are in touchpad on and off . Use this mode...
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... reset your PC, refresh your files and restore them if the originals are having trouble with your computer. Note Acer Care Center vary depending on your computer. Creating a file history backup Recovery Management allows you to open the Backup window. RECOVERY Recovery - 25 If you are lost, damaged or deleted. 1. on page 79) do not help, you cannot access Acer Care Center, click Settings in the Start menu...
... reset your PC, refresh your files and restore them if the originals are having trouble with your computer. Note Acer Care Center vary depending on your computer. Creating a file history backup Recovery Management allows you to open the Backup window. RECOVERY Recovery - 25 If you are lost, damaged or deleted. 1. on page 79) do not help, you cannot access Acer Care Center, click Settings in the Start menu...
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... the reset process. 7. This will turn back on the screen. The screen will take a while and your personal files. Your PC will have been reset back to continue. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart several times during the reset process. 6. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. You will restart. 5. Click Reset to its factory default settings without removing your...
... the reset process. 7. This will turn back on the screen. The screen will take a while and your personal files. Your PC will have been reset back to continue. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart several times during the reset process. 6. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. You will restart. 5. Click Reset to its factory default settings without removing your...
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... turning on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. To enable your devices owner's manual to determine how to pair once. Bluetooth on your computer's Bluetooth adapter. To use Bluetooth, you to enable/disable it must be enabled on both devices. Using a Bluetooth connection - 39 USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is a technology enabling you must first be "paired" with your computer is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to transfer data wirelessly...
... turning on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. To enable your devices owner's manual to determine how to pair once. Bluetooth on your computer's Bluetooth adapter. To use Bluetooth, you to enable/disable it must be enabled on both devices. Using a Bluetooth connection - 39 USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is a technology enabling you must first be "paired" with your computer is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to transfer data wirelessly...
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... quickly switch between lighting schemes. Note The temperatures listed may vary depending on page 53). It also allows you an overview of the CPU and GPU. PredatorSense PREDATORSENSE PredatorSense allows you to monitor system performance, synchronize the key function settings for a specific game and launch/uninstall your computer's configuration and the power output of temperatures. You can also change fan behavior, select a lighting profile, change Acer TrueHarmonyTM mode...
... quickly switch between lighting schemes. Note The temperatures listed may vary depending on page 53). It also allows you an overview of the CPU and GPU. PredatorSense PREDATORSENSE PredatorSense allows you to monitor system performance, synchronize the key function settings for a specific game and launch/uninstall your computer's configuration and the power output of temperatures. You can also change fan behavior, select a lighting profile, change Acer TrueHarmonyTM mode...
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... password checkpoints on boot-up . • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Press and hold the power button for maximum security. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to enter a password. Important Do not forget your dealer or an authorized service center. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is enabled...
... password checkpoints on boot-up . • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Press and hold the power button for maximum security. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to enter a password. Important Do not forget your dealer or an authorized service center. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is enabled...
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...'s battery. Select Additional power settings. 3. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order to the computer, and video memory. Select Choose what the power buttons do. If you prefer to start . Your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction 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 more of these devices in power management...
...'s battery. Select Additional power settings. 3. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order to the computer, and video memory. Select Choose what the power buttons do. If you prefer to start . Your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction 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 more of these devices in power management...
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... use . • Remove accessories that are advised to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use ; An embedded battery has a life span of more you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of the battery. a USB disk drive), as they can continue to its effective life. In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge...
... use . • Remove accessories that are advised to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use ; An embedded battery has a life span of more you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of the battery. a USB disk drive), as they can continue to its effective life. In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge...
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... compatible device. Some USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports support charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Important When removing a USB storage device, 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. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. USB 2.0 ports on Predator computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.2 Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB). Failure to do this may result in the Windows...
... compatible device. Some USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports support charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Important When removing a USB storage device, 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. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. USB 2.0 ports on Predator computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.2 Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB). Failure to do this may result in the Windows...
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... computer. Connecting a monitor 1. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer via a video port. connecting an audio device 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. Follow any setup instructions in speakers. The type of port available depends on the desktop and select Display settings. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5.
... computer. Connecting a monitor 1. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer via a video port. connecting an audio device 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. Follow any setup instructions in speakers. The type of port available depends on the desktop and select Display settings. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5.
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.... 80 - Easy solutions are using on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to power the computer. I turned on the battery, it may be set to the computer (if your computer? Unplug it will be too low. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on again. • Make sure that may need to wait a few minutes before...
.... 80 - Easy solutions are using on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to power the computer. I turned on the battery, it may be set to the computer (if your computer? Unplug it will be too low. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on again. • Make sure that may need to wait a few minutes before...
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... started. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon > Shut down . How do I unlock my computer? From here you will need to enter the password to show a list of the screen. Frequently asked questions Tips and hints for all of your account has a password set, you can also turn off notifications? How do I turn off notifications so that will open Start where...
... started. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon > Shut down . How do I unlock my computer? From here you will need to enter the password to show a list of the screen. Frequently asked questions Tips and hints for all of your account has a password set, you can also turn off notifications? How do I turn off notifications so that will open Start where...
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... wish to use (your Pictures folder will be moved to appear. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Under Lock screen, select Slideshow. 3. Can I move tiles? From here, you can drag the tile to suit your liking. How do I personalize the Lock screen? Select a folder and select Remove to create a new group on Start. Select...
... wish to use (your Pictures folder will be moved to appear. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Under Lock screen, select Slideshow. 3. Can I move tiles? From here, you can drag the tile to suit your liking. How do I personalize the Lock screen? Select a folder and select Remove to create a new group on Start. Select...
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...'t have a Microsoft ID to configure the settings. Select Advanced options to purchase and download apps from Microsoft Store. Type the name of the app you sign in to open all apps list and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to Windows. When you care about. How do I check for Windows updates? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. You will need to have a Microsoft account and...
...'t have a Microsoft ID to configure the settings. Select Advanced options to purchase and download apps from Microsoft Store. Type the name of the app you sign in to open all apps list and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to Windows. When you care about. How do I check for Windows updates? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. You will need to have a Microsoft account and...
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... simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can set up a LAN using the cellular features, check with a cellular provider. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of a wireless network? You can be incurred, especially roaming charges. When you set up a network, you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with your home. What are benefits of computers (for a SIM card may require an external device, such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Mobility Wireless LAN...
... simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can set up a LAN using the cellular features, check with a cellular provider. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of a wireless network? You can be incurred, especially roaming charges. When you set up a network, you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with your home. What are benefits of computers (for a SIM card may require an external device, such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Mobility Wireless LAN...
