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... information or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. Some features described in if you already have an Acer ID, it will be supported depending on the Operating System version. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. Install any required updates. 4. 2 - © 2019. All Rights Reserved. Images provided herein are connected to change without notice. Register your product registration, you are...
... information or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. Some features described in if you already have an Acer ID, it will be supported depending on the Operating System version. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. Install any required updates. 4. 2 - © 2019. All Rights Reserved. Images provided herein are connected to change without notice. Register your product registration, you are...
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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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... also download and install the Acer identification utility that will automatically detect your computer's serial number and SNID and allow you for making this Acer notebook your choice for your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you can help 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...
... also download and install the Acer identification utility that will automatically detect your computer's serial number and SNID and allow you for making this Acer notebook your choice for your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you can help 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...
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...; 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 > Shut down...turn off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for up . If you take care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you turn it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to power your device, or an Acer...
...; 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 > Shut down...turn off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for up . If you take care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you turn it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to power your device, or an Acer...
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... lower right corner to perform a right click. 4 Power button Press to perform a left click. Press down firmly on page 15. Touch-sensitive pointing device. For entering data into your computer. 2 Keyboard See "Using the keyboard" on the touchpad surface to turn the computer on and off. Your Acer notebook tour Keyboard view 1 4 2 3 # Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the...
... lower right corner to perform a right click. 4 Power button Press to perform a left click. Press down firmly on page 15. Touch-sensitive pointing device. For entering data into your computer. 2 Keyboard See "Using the keyboard" on the touchpad surface to turn the computer on and off. Your Acer notebook tour Keyboard view 1 4 2 3 # Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the...
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... Type-C port adapter or to USB devices with a with 2 power-off Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot security lock. Your Acer notebook tour Right view Note lllustrations are for reference only. Actual products specifications may vary. charging 3 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 4 External display Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 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...
... Type-C port adapter or to USB devices with a with 2 power-off Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot security lock. Your Acer notebook tour Right view Note lllustrations are for reference only. Actual products specifications may vary. charging 3 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 4 External display Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 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...
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... + Icon Function Description Switches display output Display toggle between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Keyboard backlight toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on and off . This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. 16 - Press any key to the next media file. Volume up Increases the sound volume. Plays or pauses a selected media file. Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Next...
... + Icon Function Description Switches display output Display toggle between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Keyboard backlight toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on and off . This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. 16 - Press any key to the next media file. Volume up Increases the sound volume. Plays or pauses a selected media file. Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to save power. Next...
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...'s USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Bluetooth on its Bluetooth adapter. Bluetoothenabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. This means it . 2. Bluetooth is enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Using a Bluetooth connection - 27 USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is a technology enabling you want to add. 3. Note Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on...
...'s USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Bluetooth on its Bluetooth adapter. Bluetoothenabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. This means it . 2. Bluetooth is enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Using a Bluetooth connection - 27 USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is a technology enabling you want to add. 3. Note Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on...
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... the network. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- You can also share files, other devices, and even your network and enter the password if required. For detailed information, please refer to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on your computer to the internet. usually a phone or cable company -- You can use the network management options to turn on by default and Windows...
... the network. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- You can also share files, other devices, and even your network and enter the password if required. For detailed information, please refer to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on your computer to the internet. usually a phone or cable company -- You can use the network management options to turn on by default and Windows...
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... receives an instruction to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of power to check for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start from Sleep. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup 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. POWER MANAGEMENT Power management - 43 This computer has a built-in order to...
... receives an instruction to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of power to check for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start from Sleep. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup 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. POWER MANAGEMENT Power management - 43 This computer has a built-in order to...
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... possible charge. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery. The recommended temperature is adversely affected by the following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use. • Remove accessories that are not being used for all new batteries, or if a battery...
... possible charge. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery. The recommended temperature is adversely affected by the following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use. • Remove accessories that are not being used for all new batteries, or if a battery...
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... supports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the port, while USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports have a blue tongue. For best performance, USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices should right-click on Acer computers have a black tongue in Hibernate or turned off. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. Consult your peripheral. Important When removing a USB storage device, you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks...
... supports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the port, while USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports have a blue tongue. For best performance, USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices should right-click on Acer computers have a black tongue in Hibernate or turned off. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. Consult your peripheral. Important When removing a USB storage device, 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. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer allow you to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. Check that allows you to connect audio devices. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the microphone port to connect an external microphone; Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off...
... the monitor's user's guide. 5. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer allow you to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. Check that allows you to connect audio devices. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the microphone port to connect an external microphone; Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off...
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... may need to wait a few minutes before trying to turn your computer have a USB storage device (USB drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to an external monitor. Easy solutions are using on again. • Make sure that may be set to the power outlet. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to power the computer. If pressing a key...
... may need to wait a few minutes before trying to turn your computer have a USB storage device (USB drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to an external monitor. Easy solutions are using on again. • Make sure that may be set to the power outlet. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to power the computer. If pressing a key...
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Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Note To access the BIOS utility, press F2 when you see Restoring your proof-ofpurchase to know about the ITW program. An ITW passport came with our offices worldwide. Attach your computer on page 22. Please visit www.acer.com. A list of mind when traveling. Read this option. Before you call Please have...
Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Note To access the BIOS utility, press F2 when you see Restoring your proof-ofpurchase to know about the ITW program. An ITW passport came with our offices worldwide. Attach your computer on page 22. Please visit www.acer.com. A list of mind when traveling. Read this option. Before you call Please have...
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... can turn off notifications so that will need to enter the password to enable/disable. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. If your computer running, but not be disturbed by right-clicking the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down . From here you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system...
... can turn off notifications so that will need to enter the password to enable/disable. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. If your computer running, but not be disturbed by right-clicking the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down . From here you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system...
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... for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on or off • Select lock screen apps. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Select Add a folder and open by default). Select a size from the lock screen slideshow. 5. Right-click on an app and select Pin to Start to appear. Can I arrange tiles in its new location. Right-click...
... for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on or off • Select lock screen apps. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Select Add a folder and open by default). Select a size from the lock screen slideshow. 5. Right-click on an app and select Pin to Start to appear. Can I arrange tiles in its new location. Right-click...
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.../windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com You do not need one ? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. For more information? If you don't have a Microsoft account and want to get one ? How do I check for Windows updates? Select Advanced options to using a Microsoft ID. How do I get one, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to configure...
.../windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com You do not need one ? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. For more information? If you don't have a Microsoft account and want to get one ? How do I check for Windows updates? Select Advanced options to using a Microsoft ID. How do I get one, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to configure...
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... table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Solutions to reboot. Equipment configuration error Press F2 (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Insert a system (bootable) disk, then press Enter to open...
... table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Solutions to reboot. Equipment configuration error Press F2 (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Insert a system (bootable) disk, then press Enter to open...
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... scanner. Components of your home. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with other users of a wireless LAN To set up a network, you access to a high speed DSL internet connection. Setting up a LAN using wires. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to share files, peripheral...
... scanner. Components of your home. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with other users of a wireless LAN To set up a network, you access to a high speed DSL internet connection. Setting up a LAN using wires. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to share files, peripheral...