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... of your computer 16 Taking care of your AC adapter 17 Connecting to the Internet 34 Wireless networks 34 Cleaning and servicing 17 Acer clear.fi 36 Your Acer tablet PC tour 18 Navigating media and photos 36 Tablet PC 18 Top view 18 Bottom view 19 Shared files 37 Which devices... 28 Using passwords 47 Right view 28 Entering passwords 48 Bottom view 29 Frequently asked questions 49 Requesting service 51 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 53 Table of contents - 3
... of your computer 16 Taking care of your AC adapter 17 Connecting to the Internet 34 Wireless networks 34 Cleaning and servicing 17 Acer clear.fi 36 Your Acer tablet PC tour 18 Navigating media and photos 36 Tablet PC 18 Top view 18 Bottom view 19 Shared files 37 Which devices... 28 Using passwords 47 Right view 28 Entering passwords 48 Bottom view 29 Frequently asked questions 49 Requesting service 51 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 53 Table of contents - 3
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...your system 69 Reinstalling drivers and applications........ 70 Returning to an earlier system snapshot 73 Returning your system to its factory condition 74 Recovering from Windows 75 Recovering from a supplied recovery DVD ........ 62 How do I jump between apps 54 How do I turn off my computer 54 Why ... way that I get to Start 53 Recovery from a recovery backup ........ 79 How do I check for Windows BIOS utility 83 updates 59 Boot sequence 83 Where can I 'm used to use Windows in mind 53 How do I access the charms 53 Recovering your system 62 How do I get more...
...your system 69 Reinstalling drivers and applications........ 70 Returning to an earlier system snapshot 73 Returning your system to its factory condition 74 Recovering from Windows 75 Recovering from a supplied recovery DVD ........ 62 How do I jump between apps 54 How do I turn off my computer 54 Why ... way that I get to Start 53 Recovery from a recovery backup ........ 79 How do I check for Windows BIOS utility 83 updates 59 Boot sequence 83 Where can I 'm used to use Windows in mind 53 How do I access the charms 53 Recovering your system 62 How do I get more...
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... frequently to keep your eyes from the monitor and focusing on your desk to relax your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source, minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds, using a task light, changing the display's viewing angle, Safety and comfort - 13...
... frequently to keep your eyes from the monitor and focusing on your desk to relax your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source, minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds, using a task light, changing the display's viewing angle, Safety and comfort - 13...
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...such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. First things first - 15 The Quick Guide introduces you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Basic care and tips for your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer... computer. FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to thank you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. It is available from Desktop;
...such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. First things first - 15 The Quick Guide introduces you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Basic care and tips for your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer... computer. FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to thank you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. It is available from Desktop;
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Your Acer tablet PC tour Press once to open the Start menu. 20 - Front view 1 No. Item 1 Integrated webcam 2 Windows key 2 Description Web camera for video communication.
Your Acer tablet PC tour Press once to open the Start menu. 20 - Front view 1 No. Item 1 Integrated webcam 2 Windows key 2 Description Web camera for video communication.
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Using the virtual keyboard USING THE VIRTUAL KEYBOARD Microsoft Windows provides a convenient virtual keyboard for entering data. There are several ways to display the keyboard: Tap inside any text field to display the Windows virtual keyboard. 32 -
Using the virtual keyboard USING THE VIRTUAL KEYBOARD Microsoft Windows provides a convenient virtual keyboard for entering data. There are several ways to display the keyboard: Tap inside any text field to display the Windows virtual keyboard. 32 -
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... Otherwise, open Internet Explorer and follow the instructions. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you can share an internet connection with other users of a wireless network? Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup. Also you and other computers in your network and enter the password if required.
... Otherwise, open Internet Explorer and follow the instructions. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you can share an internet connection with other users of a wireless network? Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup. Also you and other computers in your network and enter the password if required.
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... same network. To view files on your network ('Home Shared'). With Acer clear.fi, you first open a clear.fi application, Windows Firewall will ask for certain models. Navigating media and photos The list in each window. Select Allow Access in the left panel shows your computer ('My Library...'), then other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. ACER CLEAR.FI Note: Only for permission to allow clear.fi to browse photos ...
... same network. To view files on your network ('Home Shared'). With Acer clear.fi, you first open a clear.fi application, Windows Firewall will ask for certain models. Navigating media and photos The list in each window. Select Allow Access in the left panel shows your computer ('My Library...'), then other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. ACER CLEAR.FI Note: Only for permission to allow clear.fi to browse photos ...
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... device, you want to communicate and share files. Acer clear.fi Select the remote device that allows devices connected to a home network to play the file. Select a file in the main window, then use the media controls in this list, open Windows Media Player, select Stream and Allow remote control of...the screen to do the following: 1. For more help, go to . 2. In the bottom right corner, select Play to http://www.acer.com/clearfi/download/. 38 - To add a Windows PC to this list, certain PCs and storage devices will be used to play the media on another device If you need...
... device, you want to communicate and share files. Acer clear.fi Select the remote device that allows devices connected to a home network to play the file. Select a file in the main window, then use the media controls in this list, open Windows Media Player, select Stream and Allow remote control of...the screen to do the following: 1. For more help, go to . 2. In the bottom right corner, select Play to http://www.acer.com/clearfi/download/. 38 - To add a Windows PC to this list, certain PCs and storage devices will be used to play the media on another device If you need...
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...Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in Sleep mode. Press and release the power button to the line-out port on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the computer. You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. •...• The display device might be too low. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to an external monitor. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard...
...Sleep indicator is lit, the computer is in Sleep mode. Press and release the power button to the line-out port on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the computer. You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. •...• The display device might be too low. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to an external monitor. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard...
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..., turning off your PC or changing settings. Charms Charms allow you might want to help you can launch apps from the Start screen. 2. Press the Windows key; Start The Start button is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to keep in... similar to Start? or swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards. you get to thumbnails of the apps. 3. Tips and hints for using Windows 8 We know this is no longer available; Frequently asked questions - 53
..., turning off your PC or changing settings. Charms Charms allow you might want to help you can launch apps from the Start screen. 2. Press the Windows key; Start The Start button is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to keep in... similar to Start? or swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards. you get to thumbnails of the apps. 3. Tips and hints for using Windows 8 We know this is no longer available; Frequently asked questions - 53
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...I jump between apps? How do I unlock my computer? How do I turn off my computer? Why is designed to take . So, for Windows 8 is there a new interface? Windows Store apps will be displayed on Start using live tiles?' If your account has a password set, you can view weather or stock updates... asked questions Swipe the right-hand edge of the app that are currently running. Live tiles are 'live -tiles. Alternatively, from Desktop, tap Acer Power Button and select the action you 'd like to work well with new content whenever you're connected to take . The new interface for ...
...I jump between apps? How do I unlock my computer? How do I turn off my computer? Why is designed to take . So, for Windows 8 is there a new interface? Windows Store apps will be displayed on Start using live tiles?' If your account has a password set, you can view weather or stock updates... asked questions Swipe the right-hand edge of the app that are currently running. Live tiles are 'live -tiles. Alternatively, from Desktop, tap Acer Power Button and select the action you 'd like to work well with new content whenever you're connected to take . The new interface for ...
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... and tap Search, type the name of the screen and tap All apps. 56 - Swipe the window downwards from the bottom of the app you frequently use Windows in the way that is not a Windows Store app, Windows will be displayed on the left-hand side of the screen inwards and tap Search, tap...
... and tap Search, type the name of the screen and tap All apps. 56 - Swipe the window downwards from the bottom of the app you frequently use Windows in the way that is not a Windows Store app, Windows will be displayed on the left-hand side of the screen inwards and tap Search, tap...
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Select Pin to see the list of the screen. I can download Windows Store apps from the menu that appears at the bottom of the app you want to purchase and download apps from Start? How do I make ... app downwards and release it . How do I make an app appear on Start? You can 't find apps like to open All apps and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to taskbar from Store. Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search, type the name of the screen. If you...
Select Pin to see the list of the screen. I can download Windows Store apps from the menu that appears at the bottom of the app you want to purchase and download apps from Start? How do I make ... app downwards and release it . How do I make an app appear on Start? You can 't find apps like to open All apps and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to taskbar from Store. Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search, type the name of the screen. If you...
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... questions A Microsoft account is a Microsoft ID (account)? How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer? Do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 8, but it makes life easier because you can pin shortcuts to Start. Once you have traditional favorites, instead you can sync data across different machines... you sign in to Windows. Internet Explorer 10 doesn't have the page open, swipe upwards from the bottom edge of the screen to open the menu at...
... questions A Microsoft account is a Microsoft ID (account)? How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer? Do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 8, but it makes life easier because you can pin shortcuts to Start. Once you have traditional favorites, instead you can sync data across different machines... you sign in to Windows. Internet Explorer 10 doesn't have the page open, swipe upwards from the bottom edge of the screen to open the menu at...
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For more information? How do I get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 8 tutorials: www.acer.com/windows8-tutorial • Support FAQs: www.acer.com/support Frequently asked questions - 59 Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > Windows Updates. Where can I check for updates now. Tap Check for Windows updates?
For more information? How do I get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 8 tutorials: www.acer.com/windows8-tutorial • Support FAQs: www.acer.com/support Frequently asked questions - 59 Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > Windows Updates. Where can I check for updates now. Tap Check for Windows updates?
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... entire original contents of at least 16 GB. Using this backup will require a USB recovery backup. Acer provides Acer Recovery Management, which allows you can 'recover' your computer - i.e. Note: Acer Recovery Management is only available with a preinstalled Windows operating system. RECOVERY If you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions...
... entire original contents of at least 16 GB. Using this backup will require a USB recovery backup. Acer provides Acer Recovery Management, which allows you can 'recover' your computer - i.e. Note: Acer Recovery Management is only available with a preinstalled Windows operating system. RECOVERY If you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions...
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The Recovery Drive window opens. 64 - Recovery From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Factory Default Backup. 1.
The Recovery Drive window opens. 64 - Recovery From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Factory Default Backup. 1.
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Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup, that you may use either a USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs. 66 - Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. 7. Recovery Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you will remember.
Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup, that you may use either a USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs. 66 - Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. 7. Recovery Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you will remember.
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Recovery - 71 If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. • Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications.
Recovery - 71 If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. • Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications.