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... the steps below to the Internet. 2. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of your new device runs on the Operating System version. Acer Group shall not be supported depending on Windows OS, you registered for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual. in at www.acer.com/myproducts with Windows OS. The information contained in this manual is subject to register...
... the steps below to the Internet. 2. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of your new device runs on the Operating System version. Acer Group shall not be supported depending on Windows OS, you registered for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual. in at www.acer.com/myproducts with Windows OS. The information contained in this manual is subject to register...
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... I 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...
... I 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...
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... your Acer notebook, we have connected 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 > Shut down to the clipboard. 4. The Quick Guide introduces you for making this page you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting...
... your Acer notebook, we have connected 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 > Shut down to the clipboard. 4. The Quick Guide introduces you for making this page you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting...
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... down or sign out > Sleep. If you need to power down the computer for up . Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take 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...
... down or sign out > Sleep. If you need to power down the computer for up . Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take 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...
User Manual
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...a headset with 3 power-off Connects to USB devices. USB port with microphone. For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device. charging 4 USB port Connects to USB devices. 5 Kensington lock Connects to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging. • DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 65 W at 20 V. 16 - Your Acer notebook tour USB Type-C information • Compatible with Thunderbolt™ 4. (P414RN-52) • Compatible with USB4®. (P414RN-41) • Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output. •...
...a headset with 3 power-off Connects to USB devices. USB port with microphone. For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device. charging 4 USB port Connects to USB devices. 5 Kensington lock Connects to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging. • DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 65 W at 20 V. 16 - Your Acer notebook tour USB Type-C information • Compatible with Thunderbolt™ 4. (P414RN-52) • Compatible with USB4®. (P414RN-41) • Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output. •...
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... devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB). Only one card can be read at a time. Only one smart card can operate at a time. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2 Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 3 SC Smart Card reader (optional) Accepts one Secure Digital (microSD) card. Indicates the computer's battery...
... devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB). Only one card can be read at a time. Only one smart card can operate at a time. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2 Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 3 SC Smart Card reader (optional) Accepts one Secure Digital (microSD) card. Indicates the computer's battery...
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... the Windows Start button > Settings > Windows Update. Where can enable/ disable notifications for all apps list and you would like to open. If you're in all of your cursor to the lower center of the screen and click search icon, start typing the name of the app you want to make an app appear on Start? The Windows OS Desktop - 25 Tips and hints for using Windows...
... the Windows Start button > Settings > Windows Update. Where can enable/ disable notifications for all apps list and you would like to open. If you're in all of your cursor to the lower center of the screen and click search icon, start typing the name of the app you want to make an app appear on Start? The Windows OS Desktop - 25 Tips and hints for using Windows...
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... their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC, they will be removed. 8. Resetting the PC will restart. 9. Click Reset to continue. Recovery - 37 7. Choose your PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. This will turn back on screen. Your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will take a while and your settings options and...
... their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC, they will be removed. 8. Resetting the PC will restart. 9. Click Reset to continue. Recovery - 37 7. Choose your PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. This will turn back on screen. Your PC will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will take a while and your settings options and...
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40 - Your PC will use factory default settings. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. The screen will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on when it is installing Windows. Click Reset to continue. 8. You will turn back on screen. Recovery 7. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will be shown the reset progress on the screen.
40 - Your PC will use factory default settings. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. The screen will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on when it is installing Windows. Click Reset to continue. 8. You will turn back on screen. Recovery 7. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will be shown the reset progress on the screen.
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... devices owner's manual to determine how to enable/disable it must ensure the following : 1. Bluetoothenabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Bluetooth is disabled by default. Note Please check your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following : 1. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must be "paired" with your computer is enabled on its Bluetooth adapter. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Bluetooth & devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to turn...
... devices owner's manual to determine how to enable/disable it must ensure the following : 1. Bluetoothenabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Bluetooth is disabled by default. Note Please check your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following : 1. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must be "paired" with your computer is enabled on its Bluetooth adapter. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Bluetooth & devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to turn...
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... use the network management options to turn on your wireless network on/off or control what is a wireless local area network, which can link two or more computers without using wires. usually a phone or cable company -- Once connected to WLAN, you 'll need to sign up internet service. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of connections, and getting connected to the internet. All wireless devices must be switched...
... use the network management options to turn on your wireless network on/off or control what is a wireless local area network, which can link two or more computers without using wires. usually a phone or cable company -- Once connected to WLAN, you 'll need to sign up internet service. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of connections, and getting connected to the internet. All wireless devices must be switched...
User Manual
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... the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, click Settings in the Start menu. 2. Select the Network & Internet to enable it. 4. Frequently ask Near Field CommunicationFrequently asked questions - 47 NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION Near Field Communication (NFC) enables your computer to wirelessly communicate with other device is located on the right of the touchpad on your computer. Both devices must have NFC enabled. Follow the instructions on both devices together. 5. Make...
... the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, click Settings in the Start menu. 2. Select the Network & Internet to enable it. 4. Frequently ask Near Field CommunicationFrequently asked questions - 47 NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION Near Field Communication (NFC) enables your computer to wirelessly communicate with other device is located on the right of the touchpad on your computer. Both devices must have NFC enabled. Follow the instructions on both devices together. 5. Make...
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... hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. 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 to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to use the...
... hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. 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 to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to use the...
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...'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 conserve energy. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then search for "Choose a power plan". 2. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order...
...'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 conserve energy. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then search for "Choose a power plan". 2. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order...
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... the battery life. • Look after your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. An embedded battery has a life span of the battery. a USB disk drive), as...battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is 10° C (50° F) 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 hasn't been used...
... the battery life. • Look after your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. An embedded battery has a life span of the battery. a USB disk drive), as...battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is 10° C (50° F) 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 hasn't been used...
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... USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB). You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. Additionally, you to see which allows 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. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports. Failure to do this may result in the Windows...
... USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB). You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. Additionally, you to see which allows 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. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports. Failure to do this may result in the Windows...
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... to connect an external microphone; Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Use the microphone port to the monitor, then the computer. 6. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers; connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. Use the headphone port to connect audio devices...
... to connect an external microphone; Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Use the microphone port to the monitor, then the computer. 6. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers; connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. Use the headphone port to connect audio devices...
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... start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is heard from the computer. Press and release the power button to save power. if there is no power, check the following: • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to turn the display back on the battery...
... start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is heard from the computer. Press and release the power button to save power. if there is no power, check the following: • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to turn the display back on the battery...
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... a wireless network? Access points act as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). What are two-way transceivers that share a common communications line and resources. 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. Setting up a LAN using wires. Components of your Wireless network at home you can be fast and easy and eliminates the need...
... a wireless network? Access points act as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). What are two-way transceivers that share a common communications line and resources. 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. Setting up a LAN using wires. Components of your Wireless network at home you can be fast and easy and eliminates the need...
Lifecycle Extension Guide
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... to create a Factory Default recovery media, it is possible to obtain a copy of the recovery media through Acer Customer Service (http://www.acer.com/support) This is not a free of suggested models in order to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update Available Drivers will start the download of the respective driver Installation of the driver will automatically be listed on the screen. After selecting the desired country/language, either perform a partial or full software recovery...
... to create a Factory Default recovery media, it is possible to obtain a copy of the recovery media through Acer Customer Service (http://www.acer.com/support) This is not a free of suggested models in order to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update Available Drivers will start the download of the respective driver Installation of the driver will automatically be listed on the screen. After selecting the desired country/language, either perform a partial or full software recovery...