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... component is either not present on the respective model, or it is present but embedded on model, the following key components are eligible for self-repair (if applicable); Battery pack HDD / SSD module DIMM module(s) WLAN module LTE module If a particular key component is listed and thus would be eligible for step...
... component is either not present on the respective model, or it is present but embedded on model, the following key components are eligible for self-repair (if applicable); Battery pack HDD / SSD module DIMM module(s) WLAN module LTE module If a particular key component is listed and thus would be eligible for step...
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... be used to either enter the model name or product serial number, or select the product from Acer: Select the Start button Go to product-specific software and documentation. NOTE: NOTE: System BIOS upgrades or downgrades, if not performed by means of a progress indicator A visual notification is shown when the update is not a free of not being able to create a Factory Default recovery media...
... be used to either enter the model name or product serial number, or select the product from Acer: Select the Start button Go to product-specific software and documentation. NOTE: NOTE: System BIOS upgrades or downgrades, if not performed by means of a progress indicator A visual notification is shown when the update is not a free of not being able to create a Factory Default recovery media...
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Remove one (1) screw securing the right USB support bracket in place (Figure 1-34). Release the USB support bracket from the guide pin (A) and guide tab (B) (Figure 1-35). A Figure 1-35. USB Board Removal 2. USB Board Removal Disassembly Procedures B 1-25 Figure 1-34. USB Board Removal 0 Prerequisite: LCD Module Removal (Clamshell Model) or LCD Module Removal (Convertible Model) 1.
Remove one (1) screw securing the right USB support bracket in place (Figure 1-34). Release the USB support bracket from the guide pin (A) and guide tab (B) (Figure 1-35). A Figure 1-35. USB Board Removal 2. USB Board Removal Disassembly Procedures B 1-25 Figure 1-34. USB Board Removal 0 Prerequisite: LCD Module Removal (Clamshell Model) or LCD Module Removal (Convertible Model) 1.
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Mainboard Removal 1-38 Disassembly Procedures Then remove the support bracket from the guide pin (B) and guide tab (C). B C Figure 1-51. Release the support bracket from the top assembly (Figure 1-51). 3.
Mainboard Removal 1-38 Disassembly Procedures Then remove the support bracket from the guide pin (B) and guide tab (C). B C Figure 1-51. Release the support bracket from the top assembly (Figure 1-51). 3.
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... review your product record. (Reset your new device runs on the Operating System version. Register your Acer product If your password if you start up for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in at www.acer.com/myproducts with Windows OS. Log in this manual is subject to your product registered automatically while you do not apply to change without notice. TravelMate Spin P4 Covers: P414RN-41 / P414RN...
... review your product record. (Reset your new device runs on the Operating System version. Register your Acer product If your password if you start up for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in at www.acer.com/myproducts with Windows OS. Log in this manual is subject to your product registered automatically while you do not apply to change without notice. TravelMate Spin P4 Covers: P414RN-41 / P414RN...
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... turn off notifications 25 How do I check for Windows updates?..... 25 Where can I get more information 25 Using the Precision Touchpad 26 Touchpad gestures 26 Changing touchpad settings 28 Recovery 29 Creating a file history backup 29 Creating a factory default backup.......... 32 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 34 Restoring your computer 34 Reset this PC and keep my files 34 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 38 Using a Bluetooth connection 41 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 41 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 41 Connecting...
... turn off notifications 25 How do I check for Windows updates?..... 25 Where can I get more information 25 Using the Precision Touchpad 26 Touchpad gestures 26 Changing touchpad settings 28 Recovery 29 Creating a file history backup 29 Creating a factory default backup.......... 32 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 34 Restoring your computer 34 Reset this PC and keep my files 34 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 38 Using a Bluetooth connection 41 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 41 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 41 Connecting...
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... Acer Support webpage. 2. The link will automatically detect your product model, any of guides: First off , do any updates, or documents will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once 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. From this Acer notebook...
... Acer Support webpage. 2. The link will automatically detect your product model, any of guides: First off , do any updates, or documents will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once 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. From this Acer notebook...
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...please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device. Right view 1 23 4 5 # Icon Item Description Insert the stylus into the slot 1 Stylus slot completely to start charging. (Specifications vary depending on model.) 2 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with 3 power-off Connects to USB devices. 16 - USB port with microphone. Your Acer notebook tour USB Type-C information • Compatible with Thunderbolt™ 4. (P414RN-52) • Compatible with USB4®. (P414RN-41) • Supports DisplayPort...
...please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device. Right view 1 23 4 5 # Icon Item Description Insert the stylus into the slot 1 Stylus slot completely to start charging. (Specifications vary depending on model.) 2 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with 3 power-off Connects to USB devices. 16 - USB port with microphone. Your Acer notebook tour USB Type-C information • Compatible with Thunderbolt™ 4. (P414RN-52) • Compatible with USB4®. (P414RN-41) • Supports DisplayPort...
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... card reader Accepts one smart card. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 3 SC Smart Card reader (optional) Accepts one Secure Digital (microSD) card. Only one smart card can operate at a time. Indicates the computer's battery status. Your Acer notebook tour - 17 USB 3.2 Gen 1 information • USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB...
... card reader Accepts one smart card. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 3 SC Smart Card reader (optional) Accepts one Secure Digital (microSD) card. Only one smart card can operate at a time. Indicates the computer's battery status. Your Acer notebook tour - 17 USB 3.2 Gen 1 information • USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB...
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... Pin to taskbar. Can I make an app appear on Start? Where can enable/ disable notifications for all apps list and you want to enable/disable. For more information? Right-click an app to select it and select Unpin from Start to configure the settings. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Windows Update. Select Advanced options to remove the app from Start? Where are my apps? How...
... Pin to taskbar. Can I make an app appear on Start? Where can enable/ disable notifications for all apps list and you want to enable/disable. For more information? Right-click an app to select it and select Unpin from Start to configure the settings. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Windows Update. Select Advanced options to remove the app from Start? Where are my apps? How...
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... removing your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will turn back on your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. This will take a while and your personal files. Important If you have apps installed on when it completes. Your PC will restart. 9. Resetting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. The screen will turn...
... removing your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will turn back on your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. This will take a while and your personal files. Important If you have apps installed on when it completes. Your PC will restart. 9. Resetting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. The screen will turn...
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Click Reset to continue. 8. Recovery 7. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will turn back on when it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. The screen will use factory default settings. You will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. Your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will be shown the reset progress on screen. 40 -
Click Reset to continue. 8. Recovery 7. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will turn back on when it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. The screen will use factory default settings. You will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. Your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will be shown the reset progress on screen. 40 -
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... other devices. To enable your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). For your computer, this may be "paired" with your computer is disabled by default. Bluetooth is enabled on your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Enabling and 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 available). You only need to enable/disable...
... other devices. To enable your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). For your computer, this may be "paired" with your computer is disabled by default. Bluetooth is enabled on your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Enabling and 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 available). You only need to enable/disable...
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... up internet service. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in network features make it is turned on or off , as they may be dangerous to the operation of connections, and getting connected to set up for you 'll need to Network connections on your wireless network on/off or control what is a wireless local area network, which can use the network management options to turn on page 88. Acer computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that will detect and display a list...
... up internet service. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in network features make it is turned on or off , as they may be dangerous to the operation of connections, and getting connected to set up for you 'll need to Network connections on your wireless network on/off or control what is a wireless local area network, which can use the network management options to turn on page 88. Acer computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that will detect and display a list...
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Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order to start from Sleep. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then search for signals to the computer, and video memory. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Select Choose...
Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order to start from Sleep. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then search for signals to the computer, and video memory. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Select Choose...
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... a battery hasn't been used (e.g. the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. Higher temperatures cause the battery to 30° C (86° F). Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of its extremes, as they can continue to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. a USB disk drive...
... a battery hasn't been used (e.g. the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. Higher temperatures cause the battery to 30° C (86° F). Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of its extremes, as they can continue to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. a USB disk drive...
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... the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. Important When removing a USB storage device, you to stop using the device before removing it supports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in data loss or damage to a single USB port. Failure to do this may result in Hibernate or turned...
... the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. Important When removing a USB storage device, you to stop using the device before removing it supports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in data loss or damage to a single USB port. Failure to do this may result in Hibernate or turned...
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... type of port available depends on the computer. 3. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in speakers. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. connecting an audio device to the monitor port on your computer's configuration. Attach the video cable to the headphone port disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Use the headphone port to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Use the microphone port to use single...
... type of port available depends on the computer. 3. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in speakers. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. connecting an audio device to the monitor port on your computer's configuration. Attach the video cable to the headphone port disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Use the headphone port to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Use the microphone port to use single...
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... the power button to save power. Use the Brightness up . Press any key to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to turn your computer. Look at the volume control (speaker) Check the following: • The volume may be off); The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Nothing appears on again. • Make sure that may need...
... the power button to save power. Use the Brightness up . Press any key to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to turn your computer. Look at the volume control (speaker) Check the following: • The volume may be off); The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Nothing appears on again. • Make sure that may need...
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.... The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you access to a high speed DSL internet connection. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is easy and allows you need to their Access points act as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Most routers have a built-in your home network to share access to files and devices connected to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can set up your Wireless network at home...
.... The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you access to a high speed DSL internet connection. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is easy and allows you need to their Access points act as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Most routers have a built-in your home network to share access to files and devices connected to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can set up your Wireless network at home...