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... to change without notice. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are for Windows OS to review your product record. (Reset your password if you do not apply to your device to register. 1. Sign in or sign up your product registered automatically while you are connected to the Internet. 2.
... to change without notice. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are for Windows OS to review your product record. (Reset your password if you do not apply to your device to register. 1. Sign in or sign up your product registered automatically while you are connected to the Internet. 2.
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...Using the keyboard 18 Lock keys 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 19 Using the Precision Touchpad 20 Touchpad gestures 20 Changing touchpad settings 22 Recovery 23 Creating a factory default backup.......... 23 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 27 Restoring your computer 27 Reset this PC and keep my files 28 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 31 Using a Bluetooth connection 34 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 34 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 34 Connecting to the Internet 36 Connecting to a wireless network.......... 36 Connecting...
...Using the keyboard 18 Lock keys 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 19 Using the Precision Touchpad 20 Touchpad gestures 20 Changing touchpad settings 22 Recovery 23 Creating a factory default backup.......... 23 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 27 Restoring your computer 27 Reset this PC and keep my files 28 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 31 Using a Bluetooth connection 34 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 34 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 34 Connecting to the Internet 36 Connecting to a wireless network.......... 36 Connecting...
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... functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to Drivers and Manuals and search for making this page you can help you to copy it to the User's Manual. Basic care and tips for your product model, any of your computer can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support...
... functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to Drivers and Manuals and search for making this page you can help you to copy it to the User's Manual. Basic care and tips for your product model, any of your computer can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support...
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...power your device, or an Acer- approved adapter 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 > Shut down or sign out > Sleep. First things first - 7 • Right-click the Windows Start button... computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you can put it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to dust...
...power your device, or an Acer- approved adapter 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 > Shut down or sign out > Sleep. First things first - 7 • Right-click the Windows Start button... computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you can put it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to dust...
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... smart card. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Insert a nano SIM card into the slot. Connects to USB devices. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Connects to a Kensington-compatible security lock. 1 # Icon Item Description 1 SC Smart Card reader (optional) Accepts one smart card can be read at a time. Indicates the computer's battery status. Your Acer notebook tour Right view 12 # Icon Item Power indicator 1 Battery indicator 2 USB port 3 SIM SIM card slot (optional) 4 Kensington lock slot...
... smart card. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Insert a nano SIM card into the slot. Connects to USB devices. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Connects to a Kensington-compatible security lock. 1 # Icon Item Description 1 SC Smart Card reader (optional) Accepts one smart card can be read at a time. Indicates the computer's battery status. Your Acer notebook tour Right view 12 # Icon Item Power indicator 1 Battery indicator 2 USB port 3 SIM SIM card slot (optional) 4 Kensington lock slot...
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... Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Plays or pauses a selected media file. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Press any key to the last open app. Fn + F10 Volume down Decreases the sound volume. Stops playing the selected media file. Fn + F9 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Touchpad...
... Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Plays or pauses a selected media file. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Press any key to the last open app. Fn + F10 Volume down Decreases the sound volume. Stops playing the selected media file. Fn + F9 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Touchpad...
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... will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your settings options and follow the instructions on screen. The screen will turn back on the screen. Choose your personal files. Click Reset to continue. Recovery 7. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. Resetting the PC will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until...
... will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your settings options and follow the instructions on screen. The screen will turn back on the screen. Choose your personal files. Click Reset to continue. Recovery 7. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. Resetting the PC will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until...
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You will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will use factory default settings. Recovery - 33 7. Click Reset to continue. 8. The screen will turn back on when it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. Your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will be shown the reset progress on screen.
You will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will use factory default settings. Recovery - 33 7. Click Reset to continue. 8. The screen will turn back on when it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. Your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will be shown the reset progress on screen.
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...both devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must first be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following : 1. After that you to enable/disable it must first be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself visible to add. 3. This means it . 2. Using a Bluetooth connection USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is available). Bluetoothenabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices...
...both devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must first be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following : 1. After that you to enable/disable it must first be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself visible to add. 3. This means it . 2. Using a Bluetooth connection USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is available). Bluetoothenabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices...
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... a phone or cable company -- Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on types of connections, and getting connected to the internet. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- that turns the network connection on page 90. Your computer's built-in network features make it is shared over the network. Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that will detect and display a list of the aircraft...
... a phone or cable company -- Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on types of connections, and getting connected to the internet. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- that turns the network connection on page 90. Your computer's built-in network features make it is shared over the network. Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that will detect and display a list of the aircraft...
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.... Select the Network & Internet to wirelessly communicate with other device is located on the right of the touchpad on the screen. An NFC transmitter is a smartphone, and bring the NFC transmitters on the left, click the toggle under NFC to enable it. 4. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, click Settings in the Start menu. 2. Both devices must have NFC enabled. Follow the instructions on your...
.... Select the Network & Internet to wirelessly communicate with other device is located on the right of the touchpad on the screen. An NFC transmitter is a smartphone, and bring the NFC transmitters on the left, click the toggle under NFC to enable it. 4. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, click Settings in the Start menu. 2. Both devices must have NFC enabled. Follow the instructions on your...
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... BIOS utility. Try again and press Enter. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Then turn on boot parameter is set and the password on the computer again, and try again. 50 - Securing your computer 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...
... BIOS utility. Try again and press Enter. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Then turn on boot parameter is set and the password on the computer again, and try again. 50 - Securing your computer 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...
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... your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off , your computer's battery. 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 over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Choose what the power buttons do. If no activity is off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup is detected...
... your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off , your computer's battery. 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 over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Choose what the power buttons do. If no activity is off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup is detected...
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... power. • Store your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. An embedded battery has a life span of more you get the most out of the battery is 10° C (50° F) to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive...
... power. • Store your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. An embedded battery has a life span of more you get the most out of the battery is 10° C (50° F) to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive...
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... 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. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers have a blue tongue. Consult your peripheral. Some USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports support charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Note Two USB standards are currently available on the USB icon in the port, while USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports have a black tongue in the Windows...
... 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. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers have a blue tongue. Consult your peripheral. Some USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports support charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Note Two USB standards are currently available on the USB icon in the port, while USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports have a black tongue in the Windows...
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... monitor power switch is turned off. 2. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer via a video port. connecting an audio device to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Connecting a monitor 1. Turn on the computer. 3. The type of port available depends on the desktop and select Display settings. Headphones and microphone One or more 3.5 mm jacks...
... monitor power switch is turned off. 2. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer via a video port. connecting an audio device to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Connecting a monitor 1. Turn on the computer. 3. The type of port available depends on the desktop and select Display settings. Headphones and microphone One or more 3.5 mm jacks...
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... will flash). Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to the power outlet. Connect the AC adapter to an external monitor. Nothing appears on the battery, it may need to wait a few minutes before trying to the computer (if your computer. Look at the volume control (speaker) Use the Brightness up . Check if power is being supplied to turn the display back on . If power is...
... will flash). Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to the power outlet. Connect the AC adapter to an external monitor. Nothing appears on the battery, it may need to wait a few minutes before trying to the computer (if your computer. Look at the volume control (speaker) Use the Brightness up . Check if power is being supplied to turn the display back on . If power is...
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... I change the screen resolution? Type 'Alarms' to remove the folder from the menu that you can act as an alarm clock. Frequently asked questions • Turn the Slideshow on Start that appears. Tap Add a folder and open by default). Can I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. tap Change the resolution of the display. Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? Can I arrange tiles in its new location. Tap...
... I change the screen resolution? Type 'Alarms' to remove the folder from the menu that you can act as an alarm clock. Frequently asked questions • Turn the Slideshow on Start that appears. Tap Add a folder and open by default). Can I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. tap Change the resolution of the display. Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? Can I arrange tiles in its new location. Tap...
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... you see the screen dim. I remove a tile from Microsoft Store. You will need one , tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in with friends and sign in with a Microsoft account or you already use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can sync data across different machines you would like Notepad and Paint! Alternatively, open using a Microsoft ID. Tap...
... you see the screen dim. I remove a tile from Microsoft Store. You will need one , tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in with friends and sign in with a Microsoft account or you already use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can sync data across different machines you would like Notepad and Paint! Alternatively, open using a Microsoft ID. Tap...
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... a wireless network? When you set up a wireless network is easy and allows you can set up a LAN using wires. Setting up a network, you to have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you need to their Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to pull cables through walls and ceilings. The ISP (Internet Service...
... a wireless network? When you set up a wireless network is easy and allows you can set up a LAN using wires. Setting up a network, you to have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you need to their Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to pull cables through walls and ceilings. The ISP (Internet Service...