Safety Guide
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.... • Device with removable battery: The battery should only be replaced by Acer. Keep batteries away from children. Do not replace the battery with batteries. This notebook uses a Lithium-based battery. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Warning Batteries may cause the battery to follow these guidelines may explode if not handled properly. The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of batteries in fire. Do not short external contacts...
.... • Device with removable battery: The battery should only be replaced by Acer. Keep batteries away from children. Do not replace the battery with batteries. This notebook uses a Lithium-based battery. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Warning Batteries may cause the battery to follow these guidelines may explode if not handled properly. The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of batteries in fire. Do not short external contacts...
User Manual
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...Using the keyboard 13 Lock keys 13 Hotkeys 13 Windows keys 14 Using the Precision Touchpad 15 Touchpad gestures 15 Changing touchpad settings 17 Recovery 19 Creating a factory default backup.......... 19 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 22 Restoring your computer 22 Reset this PC and keep my files 22 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 23 Using a Bluetooth connection 26 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 26 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 26 Connecting to the Internet 28 Connecting to a wireless network.......... 28 Connecting...
...Using the keyboard 13 Lock keys 13 Hotkeys 13 Windows keys 14 Using the Precision Touchpad 15 Touchpad gestures 15 Changing touchpad settings 17 Recovery 19 Creating a factory default backup.......... 19 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 22 Restoring your computer 22 Reset this PC and keep my files 22 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 23 Using a Bluetooth connection 26 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 26 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 26 Connecting to the Internet 28 Connecting to a wireless network.......... 28 Connecting...
User Manual
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... subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to the clipboard. 4. From this Acer notebook your choice for meeting your computer can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Service & Support webpage. 2. The link...
... subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to the clipboard. 4. From this Acer notebook your choice for meeting your computer can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Service & Support webpage. 2. The link...
User Manual
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...power button for a short while, but don't want to turn off the computer and want to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any 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... on top of your device. • Do not expose the computer to shut down the computer. Taking care of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you can put it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an...
...power button for a short while, but don't want to turn off the computer and want to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any 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... on top of your device. • Do not expose the computer to shut down the computer. Taking care of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you can put it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an...
User Manual
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10 - Your Acer notebook tour Left view 1 23 # Icon Item Description 1 Noble lock slot Connects to a Noble-compatible security lock. 2 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Indicates the computer's battery 3 status.
10 - Your Acer notebook tour Left view 1 23 # Icon Item Description 1 Noble lock slot Connects to a Noble-compatible security lock. 2 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Indicates the computer's battery 3 status.
User Manual
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Turns the display screen Display off backlight off to turn keyboard functions on and off. Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you need to do a lot of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Switches display output between Display toggle the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in numeric mode. Using the keyboard - 13 USING THE KEYBOARD The...
Turns the display screen Display off backlight off to turn keyboard functions on and off. Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you need to do a lot of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Switches display output between Display toggle the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in numeric mode. Using the keyboard - 13 USING THE KEYBOARD The...
User Manual
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... not help, you can recover your operating system, installed apps and data. 1. Important We recommend that you cannot access Acer Care Center, go to quickly and easily back up your computer. Select Acer Recovery Management in the Start menu, select Update & security and then click Recovery. Creating a factory default backup Backup allows you to Action Center. Acer provides Acer Care Center, which allows you to use a USB drive with your computer, and the...
... not help, you can recover your operating system, installed apps and data. 1. Important We recommend that you cannot access Acer Care Center, go to quickly and easily back up your computer. Select Acer Recovery Management in the Start menu, select Update & security and then click Recovery. Creating a factory default backup Backup allows you to Action Center. Acer provides Acer Care Center, which allows you to use a USB drive with your computer, and the...
User Manual
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... installing Windows. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Important If you have been reset back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. Recovery - 23 3. Select Keep my files to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC, they will have apps installed on the screen. The screen will be removed. 4. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer...
... installing Windows. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Important If you have been reset back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. Recovery - 23 3. Select Keep my files to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC, they will have apps installed on the screen. The screen will be removed. 4. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer...
User Manual
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... turning on both devices. 2. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to enable/disable it must first be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself visible to turn on both devices. Your computer will connect them. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must ensure the following : 1. This means it . 2. 26 - Your devices are "paired" (or connected). You only need to transfer data wirelessly...
... turning on both devices. 2. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to enable/disable it must first be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself visible to turn on both devices. Your computer will connect them. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must ensure the following : 1. This means it . 2. 26 - Your devices are "paired" (or connected). You only need to transfer data wirelessly...
User Manual
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.... Your computer's wireless connection is turned on page 70. You can use the network 28 - Connecting to set up for you 'll need to the internet. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that will install a small box, a router or modem, that it easy for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Once connected to the internet. All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. You can...
.... Your computer's wireless connection is turned on page 70. You can use the network 28 - Connecting to set up for you 'll need to the internet. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that will install a small box, a router or modem, that it easy for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Once connected to the internet. All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. You can...
User Manual
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... enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Try again and press Enter. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to shut down the computer. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to access the BIOS utility. Securing your computer - 35 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen...
... enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Try again and press Enter. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to shut down the computer. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to access the BIOS utility. Securing your computer - 35 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen...
User Manual
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... : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use ; Warning Do not expose battery packs to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are advised to 30° C (86° F). Battery pack - 45 Use this procedure will prevent you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge...
... : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use ; Warning Do not expose battery packs to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are advised to 30° C (86° F). Battery pack - 45 Use this procedure will prevent you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge...
User Manual
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... 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. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 53 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off. 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...
... 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. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 53 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off. 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...
User Manual
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...computer's configuration. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. connecting an audio device to connect audio devices. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in speakers. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Video and audio connectors - 55 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to use single...
...computer's configuration. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. connecting an audio device to connect audio devices. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in speakers. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Video and audio connectors - 55 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to use single...
User Manual
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.... Connect the AC adapter to save power. 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 set to power the computer. Press any key to turn your computer on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be too low. Check the following: • The volume may need...
.... Connect the AC adapter to save power. 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 set to power the computer. Press any key to turn your computer on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be too low. Check the following: • The volume may need...
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... is connected securely to a power outlet and that it is Enabled. 3. The system will be erased. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. If it is turned on the printer. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to back up all data will reboot. Try attaching an external keyboard to its original settings. Warning Your C: drive...
... is connected securely to a power outlet and that it is Enabled. 3. The system will be erased. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. If it is turned on the printer. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to back up all data will reboot. Try attaching an external keyboard to its original settings. Warning Your C: drive...
User Manual
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... add the folder to remove the folder from the menu that you wish to use the onscreen keyboard to type 'Resolution' in its new location. Can I arrange tiles in groups? and select a size from the lock screen slideshow. 5. tap Chang the screen resolution. Tap the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Select a folder and tap Remove to the lock screen slideshow. 4. Change the other settings to appear. Tap and...
... add the folder to remove the folder from the menu that you wish to use the onscreen keyboard to type 'Resolution' in its new location. Can I arrange tiles in groups? and select a size from the lock screen slideshow. 5. tap Chang the screen resolution. Tap the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Select a folder and tap Remove to the lock screen slideshow. 4. Change the other settings to appear. Tap and...
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... open All apps and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to remove the tile from Store. Alternatively, open using a Microsoft ID. When you 'll connect your favorite websites. How do I can download Windows Store apps from Start? How do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it is an email address and password that you use any email address, but it makes life easier because you can use...
... open All apps and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to remove the tile from Store. Alternatively, open using a Microsoft ID. When you 'll connect your favorite websites. How do I can download Windows Store apps from Start? How do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it is an email address and password that you use any email address, but it makes life easier because you can use...
User Manual
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... wired and wireless network. Setting up your Wireless network at home you and other computers in DSL modem that broadcast data into the surrounding environment. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to their Also you access to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with...
... wired and wireless network. Setting up your Wireless network at home you and other computers in DSL modem that broadcast data into the surrounding environment. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to their Also you access to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with...
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... support. Switch off , ask the cabin crew if you are connected, from the Start Menu, click the Microsoft Edge tile or the icon located in aircraft may enable Wi-Fi. www.acer.com is used to connect peripheral devices to the operation of online activities and services: visit us regularly for detailed setup instructions. this type of cable may be dangerous to the access point. Internet and online security - 71 services...
... support. Switch off , ask the cabin crew if you are connected, from the Start Menu, click the Microsoft Edge tile or the icon located in aircraft may enable Wi-Fi. www.acer.com is used to connect peripheral devices to the operation of online activities and services: visit us regularly for detailed setup instructions. this type of cable may be dangerous to the access point. Internet and online security - 71 services...