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Swift Edge 16 Covers: SFE16-42 This revision: December 2022 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . Some features described in at www.acer.com/myproducts with Windows OS. Images provided herein are connected to review your product record. (Reset your new device runs on the Operating System version. Enter S/N or SNID of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. Acer Group shall not be supported depending...
Swift Edge 16 Covers: SFE16-42 This revision: December 2022 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . Some features described in at www.acer.com/myproducts with Windows OS. Images provided herein are connected to review your product record. (Reset your new device runs on the Operating System version. Enter S/N or SNID of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. Acer Group shall not be supported depending...
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... for Windows updates?..... 20 Where can I get more information 20 Using the Precision Touchpad 21 Touchpad gestures 21 Changing touchpad settings 23 Recovery 24 Creating a file history backup 24 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 27 Restoring your computer 27 Reset this PC and keep my files 27 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 31 Using a Bluetooth connection 35 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 35 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 35 Connecting to the Internet 37 Connecting to a wireless network.......... 37 Connecting to a wireless LAN...
... for Windows updates?..... 20 Where can I get more information 20 Using the Precision Touchpad 21 Touchpad gestures 21 Changing touchpad settings 23 Recovery 24 Creating a file history backup 24 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 27 Restoring your computer 27 Reset this PC and keep my files 27 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 31 Using a Bluetooth connection 35 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 35 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 35 Connecting to the Internet 37 Connecting to a wireless network.......... 37 Connecting to a wireless LAN...
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This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can download updates for meeting your Acer notebook, we have connected to the internet, you to the User's Manual. Scroll down . The link will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you have designed a set of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut...
This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can download updates for meeting your Acer notebook, we have connected to the internet, you to the User's Manual. Scroll down . The link will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you have designed a set of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut...
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... don't want to turn it on uneven surfaces. If you close it near sources of the following: • 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 , you can put it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer- Do not place...
... don't want to turn it on uneven surfaces. If you close it near sources of the following: • 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 , you can put it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer- Do not place...
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Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber 3 when the battery is charging. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 4 Kensington lock Connects to USB devices. Indicates the computer's battery status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Right view Your Acer notebook tour - 15 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB port Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot security lock.
Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber 3 when the battery is charging. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 4 Kensington lock Connects to USB devices. Indicates the computer's battery status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Right view Your Acer notebook tour - 15 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB port Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot security lock.
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... the sound volume. Turns on and off . Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you can enter password to continue your work. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Microphone toggle Turns the microphones on and off the computer's network devices. Locks your computer to turn keyboard functions on / off . You can use to secure your computer Flight mode Increases the screen brightness. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate...
... the sound volume. Turns on and off . Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you can enter password to continue your work. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Microphone toggle Turns the microphones on and off the computer's network devices. Locks your computer to turn keyboard functions on / off . You can use to secure your computer Flight mode Increases the screen brightness. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate...
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... a document. Fn + home Scrolls to F12 keys. Hotkeys To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the BIOS (to open the BIOS press F2 when starting your clipboard. Switches fan mode between Silent, Normal and Performance. Note To swap the hotkey and special function of a document. Using the keyboard Icon Function Description Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in a document. Keyboard backlight control Adjusts keyboard backlight brightness Snipping tool Snips...
... a document. Fn + home Scrolls to F12 keys. Hotkeys To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the BIOS (to open the BIOS press F2 when starting your clipboard. Switches fan mode between Silent, Normal and Performance. Note To swap the hotkey and special function of a document. Using the keyboard Icon Function Description Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in a document. Keyboard backlight control Adjusts keyboard backlight brightness Snipping tool Snips...
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... the Windows Start button > Settings > Windows Update. If you're in all of the app you get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 11 information: support.microsoft.com/Windows • Support FAQs: support.acer.com How do I remove an app from Start. How do I make an app appear on Start, right-click an app and select Pin to help you would like to enable/disable...
... the Windows Start button > Settings > Windows Update. If you're in all of the app you get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 11 information: support.microsoft.com/Windows • Support FAQs: support.acer.com How do I remove an app from Start. How do I make an app appear on Start, right-click an app and select Pin to help you would like to enable/disable...
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... settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. You will be removed. 8. The screen will turn off during the reset process. 10.The screen will turn back on your PC, they will reinstall Windows, change settings back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows...
... settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. You will be removed. 8. The screen will turn off during the reset process. 10.The screen will turn back on your PC, they will reinstall Windows, change settings back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows...
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Click Confirm then Next to open the Choose settings options. 7. Choose your settings options and follow the instructions on screen. Click Change settings to continue. Cloud download or Local reinstall to reinstall Windows. (Ensure you are connected to the internet when using Cloud download.) 6. Choose from the two options - Recovery - 33 5.
Click Confirm then Next to open the Choose settings options. 7. Choose your settings options and follow the instructions on screen. Click Change settings to continue. Cloud download or Local reinstall to reinstall Windows. (Ensure you are connected to the internet when using Cloud download.) 6. Choose from the two options - Recovery - 33 5.
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... only need to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. 2. Bluetooth on your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on both devices. To enable your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself visible to other devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port...
... only need to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. 2. Bluetooth on your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on both devices. To enable your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself visible to other devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port...
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... to go to your wireless network on/off or control what is turned on page 71. Select your computer to sign up internet service. All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Acer computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- that will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the operation of the aircraft...
... to go to your wireless network on/off or control what is turned on page 71. Select your computer to sign up internet service. All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Acer computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- that will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the operation of the aircraft...
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... to start from Sleep. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then search for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start . POWER MANAGEMENT Power management - 51 This computer has a built-in order to conserve energy. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of power to...
... to start from Sleep. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then search for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start . POWER MANAGEMENT Power management - 51 This computer has a built-in order to conserve energy. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of power to...
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...; Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use ; Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are not being used for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack. An embedded battery has a life span of battery operation, prolonging the charge...
...; Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use ; Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are not being used for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack. An embedded battery has a life span of battery operation, prolonging the charge...
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... supports. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. Failure to do this may result in data loss or damage to your device's documentation to see which allows you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks...
... supports. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. Failure to do this may result in data loss or damage to your device's documentation to see which allows you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks...
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... the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow any setup instructions in speakers. Turn on power to the monitor port on your computer allow you to plug in microphone. Use the microphone port to your computer's configuration. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. connecting an audio device to connect audio devices. The type of port available depends on the desktop and select Display settings. Video and audio connectors - 61 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect an external microphone; Connecting a monitor 1. If necessary, change...
... the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow any setup instructions in speakers. Turn on power to the monitor port on your computer allow you to plug in microphone. Use the microphone port to your computer's configuration. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. connecting an audio device to connect audio devices. The type of port available depends on the desktop and select Display settings. Video and audio connectors - 61 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect an external microphone; Connecting a monitor 1. If necessary, change...
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... provided for each one. Connect the AC adapter to power the computer. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be off); Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to the computer, check the following : • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged...
... provided for each one. Connect the AC adapter to power the computer. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be off); Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to the computer, check the following : • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged...
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... authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be the only option for future recovery operations. It is crossed-out, click the icon and drag the slider to the right to the headphone jack on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn on the printer. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to...
... authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be the only option for future recovery operations. It is crossed-out, click the icon and drag the slider to the right to the headphone jack on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn on the printer. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to...
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... easy and eliminates the need to have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of a wireless network? Components of a wireless LAN To set up a LAN using wires. What are two-way transceivers that will allow you need to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Access points act as a printer) and an internet connection. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you set up your Wireless network at home you...
... easy and eliminates the need to have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of a wireless network? Components of a wireless LAN To set up a LAN using wires. What are two-way transceivers that will allow you need to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Access points act as a printer) and an internet connection. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you set up your Wireless network at home you...
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... detailed setup instructions. they may also turn your wireless network on or off all your Access point/router for all devices before boarding an aircraft; After take your internet access installed and you with the network management options. Wireless adapter Most computers feature a wireless module and Wi-Fi button that turns the network connection on -going personalized support. Surf the Net! As soon as you have your internet experience to the operation of online activities and services...
... detailed setup instructions. they may also turn your wireless network on or off all your Access point/router for all devices before boarding an aircraft; After take your internet access installed and you with the network management options. Wireless adapter Most computers feature a wireless module and Wi-Fi button that turns the network connection on -going personalized support. Surf the Net! As soon as you have your internet experience to the operation of online activities and services...