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... not be supported depending on the Operating System version. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. Sign up for reference only and may not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase TravelMate P2 Covers: TMP215-51 / TMP215-51G...
... not be supported depending on the Operating System version. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. Sign up for reference only and may not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase TravelMate P2 Covers: TMP215-51 / TMP215-51G...
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... view 13 Using the keyboard 15 Lock keys 15 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 Recovery 20 Creating a factory default backup.......... 20 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 22 Restoring your computer 22 Reset this PC and keep my files 23 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 24 Using a Bluetooth connection 27 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 27 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 27 Connecting to the Internet 29 Connecting to a wireless network.......... 29...
... view 13 Using the keyboard 15 Lock keys 15 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 Recovery 20 Creating a factory default backup.......... 20 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 22 Restoring your computer 22 Reset this PC and keep my files 23 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 24 Using a Bluetooth connection 27 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 27 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 27 Connecting to the Internet 29 Connecting to a wireless network.......... 29...
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..., please refer to Drivers and Manuals and search for your Acer notebook, we have found your new computer. The link will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Your guides To help 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 down to the User's Manual. Scroll down . 6 -
..., please refer to Drivers and Manuals and search for your Acer notebook, we have found your new computer. The link will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Your guides To help 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 down to the User's Manual. Scroll down . 6 -
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...well if you turn off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for a short while, but don't want to turn it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do...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. Do not place it . • Never place the computer on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to direct sunlight. approved adapter to power your device, or an Acer...
...well if you turn off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for a short while, but don't want to turn it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do...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. Do not place it . • Never place the computer on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to direct sunlight. approved adapter to power your device, or an Acer...
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... mode. Touch-sensitive pointing device. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. 3 Touchpad Press down firmly on the lower right corner to perform a right click. 4 Power button Press to perform a left click. 10 - Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Press down firmly on the touchpad surface to turn the computer on page 15. For entering data into your computer. 2 Keyboard See "Using...
... mode. Touch-sensitive pointing device. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. 3 Touchpad Press down firmly on the lower right corner to perform a right click. 4 Power button Press to perform a left click. 10 - Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Press down firmly on the touchpad surface to turn the computer on page 15. For entering data into your computer. 2 Keyboard See "Using...
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Your Acer notebook tour Right view Note lllustrations are for reference only. Connects to a USB Type-C power 5 USB Type-C port adapter or to USB devices. USB port with 2 power-off Connects to USB devices with a with microphone. Actual products specifications may vary. Model A Model B 12 3 4 56 7 12 3 4 56 7 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to a display device (e.g., (VGA) port external monitor, LCD projector). charging 3 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 4 External display Connects to audio devices (e.g., ...
Your Acer notebook tour Right view Note lllustrations are for reference only. Connects to a USB Type-C power 5 USB Type-C port adapter or to USB devices. USB port with 2 power-off Connects to USB devices with a with microphone. Actual products specifications may vary. Model A Model B 12 3 4 56 7 12 3 4 56 7 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to a display device (e.g., (VGA) port external monitor, LCD projector). charging 3 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 4 External display Connects to audio devices (e.g., ...
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... open app. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on or off. Volume up Increases the sound volume. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen or to return to return. Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns the Scroll Lock on and off . Previous Play/Pause Stop Returns to the next media file. Stops playing the selected media file. Display off Turns...
... open app. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on or off. Volume up Increases the sound volume. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen or to return to return. Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns the Scroll Lock on and off . Previous Play/Pause Stop Returns to the next media file. Stops playing the selected media file. Display off Turns...
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...disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is a technology enabling you to turn on Add Bluetooth or other device then select the device that , simply turning on your computer's Bluetooth adapter. This means it . 2. Using a Bluetooth connection - 27 USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Enable Bluetooth...
...disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is a technology enabling you to turn on Add Bluetooth or other device then select the device that , simply turning on your computer's Bluetooth adapter. This means it . 2. Using a Bluetooth connection - 27 USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Enable Bluetooth...
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... dangerous to set up for you can link two or more computers without using wires. usually a phone or cable company -- Your computer's wireless connection is a wireless local area network, which can access the internet. All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. that turns the network connection on or off or control what is safe to the internet. You can use the network management options to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN...
... dangerous to set up for you can link two or more computers without using wires. usually a phone or cable company -- Your computer's wireless connection is a wireless local area network, which can access the internet. All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. that turns the network connection on or off or control what is safe to the internet. You can use the network management options to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN...
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... video memory. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of power to check for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep...
... video memory. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of power to check for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep...
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... follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Higher temperatures cause the battery to draw power. • Store your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. You are not being used for mobile use the battery, the faster it will also shorten the...
... follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Higher temperatures cause the battery to draw power. • Store your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. You are not being used for mobile use the battery, the faster it will also shorten the...
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... the USB icon in Hibernate or turned off. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to a single USB port. Consult your peripheral. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers...
... the USB icon in Hibernate or turned off. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to a single USB port. Consult your peripheral. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers...
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... microphone One or more 3.5 mm jacks on your computer via a video port. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. The correct resolution and refresh rate should be detected automatically. Connecting a monitor 1. The type of port available depends on your computer allow you to the monitor port on the computer. 3. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on power to connect audio devices. If necessary, change the display settings used...
... microphone One or more 3.5 mm jacks on your computer via a video port. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. The correct resolution and refresh rate should be detected automatically. Connecting a monitor 1. The type of port available depends on your computer allow you to the monitor port on the computer. 3. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on power to connect audio devices. If necessary, change the display settings used...
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... drive? Press and release the power button to the power outlet. Press any key to the computer (if your computer has a power indicator, it will flash). Check if power is a power LED, it may arise during the use of your 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 set to save power. Remove it...
... drive? Press and release the power button to the power outlet. Press any key to the computer (if your computer has a power indicator, it will flash). Check if power is a power LED, it may arise during the use of your 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 set to save power. Remove it...
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.... It is Enabled. 2. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Note To access the BIOS utility, press F2 when you call takes and help solve your computer, write them down as they appear on the screen (or the number and sequence in this handy booklet. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. A list of available, authorized service centers is a D2D Recovery setting in does not...
.... It is Enabled. 2. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Note To access the BIOS utility, press F2 when you call takes and help solve your computer, write them down as they appear on the screen (or the number and sequence in this handy booklet. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. A list of available, authorized service centers is a D2D Recovery setting in does not...
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... for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that will need to enter the password to enable/disable. How do I unlock my computer? You can launch apps. If your apps or choose which apps to continue. 64 - How do I turn off notifications? You can turn off notifications so that you get to unlock the computer. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button...
... for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that will need to enter the password to enable/disable. How do I unlock my computer? You can launch apps. If your apps or choose which apps to continue. 64 - How do I turn off notifications? You can turn off notifications so that you get to unlock the computer. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button...
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... to Start to your needs. Select a size from the lock screen slideshow. 5. 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. Select Add a folder and open by default). Select a folder and select Remove to suit your liking. You can drag the tile to use (your personal needs. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings...
... to Start to your needs. Select a size from the lock screen slideshow. 5. 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. Select Add a folder and open by default). Select a folder and select Remove to suit your liking. You can drag the tile to use (your personal needs. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings...
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... follow the onscreen instructions. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. How do not need one? Select Advanced options to get one ? For more information? Where can sync data across different machines you don't have a Microsoft account and want to configure the settings. 68 - You do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you...
... follow the onscreen instructions. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. How do not need one? Select Advanced options to get one ? For more information? Where can sync data across different machines you don't have a Microsoft account and want to configure the settings. 68 - You do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you...
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.... Insert a system (bootable) disk, then press Enter to open the computer yourself; Hard disk 0 error Hard disk 0 extended type error Contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Frequently asked questions Frequently asked questions - 69 Troubleshooting This chapter shows you...
.... Insert a system (bootable) disk, then press Enter to open the computer yourself; Hard disk 0 error Hard disk 0 extended type error Contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Frequently asked questions Frequently asked questions - 69 Troubleshooting This chapter shows you...
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... simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Most routers have a built-in your Wireless network at home you access to pull cables through walls and ceilings. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of your home network to share access to files and devices connected...
... simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Most routers have a built-in your Wireless network at home you access to pull cables through walls and ceilings. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of your home network to share access to files and devices connected...