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... change without notice. Install any required updates. 4. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase After we receive your product. The information contained in if you already have an Acer ID, it will be supported depending on the Operating System version. Sign up for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual is protected by copyright laws. Open the Acer...
... change without notice. Install any required updates. 4. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase After we receive your product. The information contained in if you already have an Acer ID, it will be supported depending on the Operating System version. Sign up for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual is protected by copyright laws. Open the Acer...
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... for using your computer 7 Turning your computer off 7 Taking care of your computer 7 Taking care of your AC adapter 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Your Predator notebook tour 9 Screen view 9 Keyboard view 10 Left view 11 USB Type-C information 11 USB 3.0 information 11 Right view 12 Rear view 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 15 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 Recovery 21 Creating a factory default backup...
... for using your computer 7 Turning your computer off 7 Taking care of your computer 7 Taking care of your AC adapter 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Your Predator notebook tour 9 Screen view 9 Keyboard view 10 Left view 11 USB Type-C information 11 USB 3.0 information 11 Right view 12 Rear view 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 15 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 Recovery 21 Creating a factory default backup...
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... will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. Once you use your Predator notebook, we have found your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. Your guides To help you for making this page you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will automatically detect your computer's serial number and SNID and allow you get started with setting up your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number...
... will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. Once you use your Predator notebook, we have found your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. Your guides To help you for making this page you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will automatically detect your computer's serial number and SNID and allow you get started with setting up your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number...
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...; Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer-approved adapter to power your computer off To turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to shut down . If you take care of the following : • Press the power button. • Press the sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. •...
...; Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer-approved adapter to power your computer off To turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to shut down . If you take care of the following : • Press the power button. • Press the sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. •...
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... mode. 4 DC-in jack Connects to stay cool. Rear view 1 # Icon Item Ventilation 1 and cooling fan Description Allows the computer to an AC adapter. 12 - Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Indicates the computer's battery status. 3 Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Your Predator notebook tour Right view 1 2 34 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB ports Connect...
... mode. 4 DC-in jack Connects to stay cool. Rear view 1 # Icon Item Ventilation 1 and cooling fan Description Allows the computer to an AC adapter. 12 - Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Indicates the computer's battery status. 3 Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Your Predator notebook tour Right view 1 2 34 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB ports Connect...
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... mode Sleep Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Keyboard backlight toggle Description Turns on or off . Fn + F12 Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on / off . Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Fn + Del Ins Insert Turns Insert on and off the computer's network devices. Using the keyboard - 15 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function...
... mode Sleep Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Keyboard backlight toggle Description Turns on or off . Fn + F12 Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on / off . Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Fn + Del Ins Insert Turns Insert on and off the computer's network devices. Using the keyboard - 15 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function...
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Click Reset to Choose an option. The screen will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 8. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. You will turn off during the reset process. 7. From Start, select Acer then Acer Recovery Management. 2. The screen will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart several times during the reset process. 6. Resetting the PC will turn back...
Click Reset to Choose an option. The screen will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 8. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. You will turn off during the reset process. 7. From Start, select Acer then Acer Recovery Management. 2. The screen will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart several times during the reset process. 6. Resetting the PC will turn back...
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... 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. To use Bluetooth, you to enable/disable it must ensure the following : 1. You only need to turn on its Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth on both devices. 2. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Note Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how to pair once. Bluetooth-enabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Bluetooth is enabled on...
... 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. To use Bluetooth, you to enable/disable it must ensure the following : 1. You only need to turn on its Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth on both devices. 2. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Note Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how to pair once. Bluetooth-enabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Bluetooth is enabled on...
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... more computers without using wires. All wireless devices must be switched off , as they may be dangerous to the operation of available networks during take-off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. The ISP will install a small box, a router or modem, that will have to go to connect your network and enter the password if required. that will detect and display a list of the...
... more computers without using wires. All wireless devices must be switched off , as they may be dangerous to the operation of available networks during take-off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. The ISP will install a small box, a router or modem, that will have to go to connect your network and enter the password if required. that will detect and display a list of the...
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... in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for four seconds to use the computer. Securing your dealer or an authorized service center. Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password! Then turn on boot-up . • Type the User Password and press Enter to shut down the...
... in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for four seconds to use the computer. Securing your dealer or an authorized service center. Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password! Then turn on boot-up . • Type the User Password and press Enter to shut down the...
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... environmental impact, turn off , your computer will take longer to start . Select Additional power settings. 3. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. If you prefer to reduce your computer's battery. 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 these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity.
... environmental impact, turn off , your computer will take longer to start . Select Additional power settings. 3. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. If you prefer to reduce your computer's battery. 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 these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity.
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... embedded battery has a life span of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Use this procedure will prevent you use . • Remove accessories that are advised to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. In addition, the useful lifespan of its extremes, as they can continue to follow the suggestions set out...
... embedded battery has a life span of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Use this procedure will prevent you use . • Remove accessories that are advised to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. In addition, the useful lifespan of its extremes, as they can continue to follow the suggestions set out...
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... 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 Predator computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 55 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the port, while USB 3.0 ports have a blue tongue. Failure to do this may result in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to stop using the device before removing it supports...
... 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 Predator computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 55 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the port, while USB 3.0 ports have a blue tongue. Failure to do this may result in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to stop using the device before removing it supports...
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... powered speakers; If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the headphone port to your computer's configuration. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Connecting a monitor 1. The correct resolution and refresh rate should be detected automatically. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer via a video port. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor...
... powered speakers; If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the headphone port to your computer's configuration. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Connecting a monitor 1. The correct resolution and refresh rate should be detected automatically. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer via a video port. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor...
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... computer has a power indicator, it and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to turn the display back on. Press any key to an external monitor. Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to the power outlet. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to turn your computer on again. • Make sure that...
... computer has a power indicator, it and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to turn the display back on. Press any key to an external monitor. Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to the power outlet. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to turn your computer on again. • Make sure that...
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... created a few pointers to show a list of installed apps on the lower left-hand corner of the screen. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on the computer. You can also turn off notifications so that will open Start where you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating...
... created a few pointers to show a list of installed apps on the lower left-hand corner of the screen. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on the computer. You can also turn off notifications so that will open Start where you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating...
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... image for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on Start that you quick status and notifications to appear. From here you wish to use (your liking. Under Lock screen, select Slideshow. 3. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Select an existing tile and drag the tile to arrange Start to create a new group on Start. Right-click...
... image for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on Start that you quick status and notifications to appear. From here you wish to use (your liking. Under Lock screen, select Slideshow. 3. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Select an existing tile and drag the tile to arrange Start to create a new group on Start. Right-click...
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... follow the onscreen instructions. Select Advanced options to see the list of legacy programs. What is a Microsoft ID (account)? Where are they? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Move your favorite websites. Alternatively, open . If you 'll connect your PC to using a Microsoft ID. I need to have a Microsoft account and want to purchase and download apps from Microsoft...
... follow the onscreen instructions. Select Advanced options to see the list of legacy programs. What is a Microsoft ID (account)? Where are they? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Move your favorite websites. Alternatively, open . If you 'll connect your PC to using a Microsoft ID. I need to have a Microsoft account and want to purchase and download apps from Microsoft...
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... error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. Contact your dealer. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad CMOS checksum error Disk boot failure Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Solutions to reboot. Insert a system (bootable) disk, then press Enter to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Frequently asked questions Frequently asked questions - 71 Troubleshooting...
... error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to reboot. Contact your dealer. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad CMOS checksum error Disk boot failure Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Solutions to reboot. Insert a system (bootable) disk, then press Enter to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Frequently asked questions Frequently asked questions - 71 Troubleshooting...
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... card slot, you set up a wireless network is a group of a wireless network? Before using the cellular features, check with other users of your service provider to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. You can set up a network, you to see if any additional charges will be incurred, especially roaming charges. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with your home network to share access to files and devices connected...
... card slot, you set up a wireless network is a group of a wireless network? Before using the cellular features, check with other users of your service provider to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. You can set up a network, you to see if any additional charges will be incurred, especially roaming charges. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with your home network to share access to files and devices connected...