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... connected to the Internet. 2. Register your computer. The information contained in this manual is protected by copyright laws. Install any required updates. 4. Sign up for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in if you are for reference only and may not be sent a confirmation email with important data. All Rights Reserved. TravelMate Spin B1 Covers: TMB118-G2-RN/TMB118-G2...
... connected to the Internet. 2. Register your computer. The information contained in this manual is protected by copyright laws. Install any required updates. 4. Sign up for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in if you are for reference only and may not be sent a confirmation email with important data. All Rights Reserved. TravelMate Spin B1 Covers: TMB118-G2-RN/TMB118-G2...
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... Acer notebook tour 9 Screen view 9 Keyboard view 10 Left view 11 USB 3.0 information 11 Right view 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 18 Recovery 19 Creating a factory default backup.......... 19 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 21 Restoring your computer 21 Reset this PC and keep my files 22 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 23 Using a Bluetooth connection 26 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth...
... Acer notebook tour 9 Screen view 9 Keyboard view 10 Left view 11 USB 3.0 information 11 Right view 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 18 Recovery 19 Creating a factory default backup.......... 19 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 21 Restoring your computer 21 Reset this PC and keep my files 22 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 23 Using a Bluetooth connection 26 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth...
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... your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. Once you have designed a set of your product model, any 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 using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you to the User's Manual.
... your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. Once you have designed a set of your product model, any 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 using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you to the User's Manual.
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... 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, or an Acer- approved adapter to power your computer Your computer will serve you well if you can put ...not slam the computer display when you need to shut down the computer for up . Taking care 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 . ...
... 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, or an Acer- approved adapter to power your computer Your computer will serve you well if you can put ...not slam the computer display when you need to shut down the computer for up . Taking care 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 . ...
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... 6 Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). USB 3.0 information • USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with microphone. port based network. 3 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video...
... 6 Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). USB 3.0 information • USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with microphone. port based network. 3 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video...
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... Lock Turns Numeric Lock on and off . Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Press any key to the last open app. Home Home Scrolls to the beginning of a document. Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on or off . Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Using...
... Lock Turns Numeric Lock on and off . Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Press any key to the last open app. Home Home Scrolls to the beginning of a document. Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on or off . Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Using...
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... reset process, Windows will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. The screen will restart several times during the reset process. 6. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. Your PC will turn back on the screen. You will turn off during the reset process. 7. Click Reset to Choose an option. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started...
... reset process, Windows will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. The screen will restart several times during the reset process. 6. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. Your PC will turn back on the screen. You will turn off during the reset process. 7. Click Reset to Choose an option. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started...
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Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must ensure the following : 1. You only need to turn on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. To use Bluetooth, you must first be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself visible to other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to add. 3. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Note Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how...
Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must ensure the following : 1. You only need to turn on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. To use Bluetooth, you must first be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself visible to other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to add. 3. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Note Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how...
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... network connection on page 70. 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 home, you can use the network management options to turn on your wireless network on by the cabin crew. usually a phone or cable company -- Warning Using wireless devices while flying in network features make it is turned on /off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. All wireless devices...
... network connection on page 70. 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 home, you can use the network management options to turn on your wireless network on by the cabin crew. usually a phone or cable company -- Warning Using wireless devices while flying in network features make it is turned on /off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. All wireless devices...
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... you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to enter a password. 40 - Try again and press Enter. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Securing your computer Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt...
... you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to enter a password. 40 - Try again and press Enter. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Securing your computer Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt...
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... environmental impact, turn off , your computer will slowly drain your computer's battery. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup 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 . These checks will take longer to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Select Additional power settings. 3. 42...
... environmental impact, turn off , your computer will slowly drain your computer's battery. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup 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 . These checks will take longer to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Select Additional power settings. 3. 42...
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a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. Failure to its effective life. An embedded battery has a life span of more you use . • Remove accessories that are not being used (e.g. In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle...
a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. Failure to its effective life. An embedded battery has a life span of more you use . • Remove accessories that are not being used (e.g. In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle...
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... port, while USB 3.0 ports have a black tongue in data loss or damage to your device's documentation to stop using the device before removing it supports. 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. Note Two USB standards are currently available on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating...
... port, while USB 3.0 ports have a black tongue in data loss or damage to your device's documentation to stop using the device before removing it supports. 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. Note Two USB standards are currently available on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating...
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..." port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the headphone port to plug in speakers. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on power to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. connecting an audio device to the headphone port disables the...
..." port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the headphone port to plug in speakers. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on power to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. connecting an audio device to the headphone port disables the...
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.... If pressing a key does not turn the display back on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be muted. Press and release the power button to turn the display back on . 58 - Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to an external monitor. Use the Brightness up .
.... If pressing a key does not turn the display back on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be muted. Press and release the power button to turn the display back on . 58 - Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to an external monitor. Use the Brightness up .
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... is a D2D Recovery setting in Main, make sure it is turned on. • Make sure that is connected securely to the headphone jack on the printer. Warning Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data files before using this option. If it is Enabled. 2. The keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to back up all data will reboot. I want to restore my computer...
... is a D2D Recovery setting in Main, make sure it is turned on. • Make sure that is connected securely to the headphone jack on the printer. Warning Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data files before using this option. If it is Enabled. 2. The keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to back up all data will reboot. I want to restore my computer...
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... display. How do I change the screen resolution? Select a folder and tap Remove to suit your needs. Change the other settings to remove the folder from the menu that you wish to use the onscreen keyboard to type 'Resolution' in its new location. Other tiles will be moved to your Pictures folder will open the folder you want it to appear. Drag the tile to arrange Start...
... display. How do I change the screen resolution? Select a folder and tap Remove to suit your needs. Change the other settings to remove the folder from the menu that you wish to use the onscreen keyboard to type 'Resolution' in its new location. Other tiles will be moved to your Pictures folder will open the folder you want it to appear. Drag the tile to arrange Start...
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... like to open all apps list and you don't have a Microsoft ID to using the pop-up keyboard. I need a Microsoft ID to use any email address, but it is an email address and password that appears. A Microsoft account is best if you choose the one , tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in all apps list and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to Windows. When...
... like to open all apps list and you don't have a Microsoft ID to using the pop-up keyboard. I need a Microsoft ID to use any email address, but it is an email address and password that appears. A Microsoft account is best if you choose the one , tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in all apps list and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to Windows. When...
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... allow you access to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Components of a wireless LAN To set up a LAN using wires. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you to their Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you and other users of computers (for example a printer or scanner. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. You can...
... allow you access to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Components of a wireless LAN To set up a LAN using wires. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you to their Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you and other users of computers (for example a printer or scanner. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. You can...
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... even be prohibited. Internet and online security - 71 services. As soon as you have your internet access installed and you with on-going personalized support. Wireless adapter Most computers feature a wireless module and Wi-Fi button that turns the network connection on or off . Read carefully the documentation supplied with the network management options. Surf the Net! Acer is used to connect peripheral devices to a world of cable may enable Wi-Fi. Microsoft...
... even be prohibited. Internet and online security - 71 services. As soon as you have your internet access installed and you with on-going personalized support. Wireless adapter Most computers feature a wireless module and Wi-Fi button that turns the network connection on or off . Read carefully the documentation supplied with the network management options. Surf the Net! Acer is used to connect peripheral devices to a world of cable may enable Wi-Fi. Microsoft...