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... or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. Register your product registration, you will automatically register your computer. Install any required updates. 4. Images provided herein are connected to change without notice. Ensure you already have an Acer ID, it will be supported depending on the Operating System version. Aspire 3 Covers: A315-33 / A315-41 / A315-41G / A315-53 / A315-53G This revision: March 2018 Important This...
... or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. Register your product registration, you will automatically register your computer. Install any required updates. 4. Images provided herein are connected to change without notice. Ensure you already have an Acer ID, it will be supported depending on the Operating System version. Aspire 3 Covers: A315-33 / A315-41 / A315-41G / A315-53 / A315-53G This revision: March 2018 Important This...
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...A315-53G).......... 13 Using the keyboard 14 Special keys 14 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 18 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 22 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 24 Using a Bluetooth connection 26 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 26 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 26 Connecting to the Internet 28 Connecting to a wireless network...
...A315-53G).......... 13 Using the keyboard 14 Special keys 14 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 18 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 22 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 24 Using a Bluetooth connection 26 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 26 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 26 Connecting to the Internet 28 Connecting to a wireless network...
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...: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to the basic features and functions of guides: First off , do any updates, or documents will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. From this Acer notebook your choice for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps...
...: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to the basic features and functions of guides: First off , do any updates, or documents will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. From this Acer notebook your choice for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps...
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...display when you need to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of it . • Never place the computer on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to power your device, or an Acer- If you close it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device... 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. 6 - If you can put it on uneven surfaces. approved adapter to shut...
...display when you need to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of it . • Never place the computer on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to power your device, or an Acer- If you close it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device... 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. 6 - If you can put it on uneven surfaces. approved adapter to shut...
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Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 4 DC-in jack Connects to USB devices. Indicates the computer's battery 3 status. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Right view Your Acer notebook tour - 11 1 2 34 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB port Connects to an AC adapter.
Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 4 DC-in jack Connects to USB devices. Indicates the computer's battery 3 status. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Right view Your Acer notebook tour - 11 1 2 34 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB port Connects to an AC adapter.
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...'s network devices. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Using the keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys, a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Airplane mode Turns on and off . Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in Sleep mode. Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on certain Hotkey for keys. press the Fn key to activate the F1 to return. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Sleep Puts the computer in touchpad on / off . Display toggle Display off to save power...
...'s network devices. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Using the keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys, a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Airplane mode Turns on and off . Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in Sleep mode. Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on certain Hotkey for keys. press the Fn key to activate the F1 to return. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Sleep Puts the computer in touchpad on / off . Display toggle Display off to save power...
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..., but less secure. Your PC will reinstall your operating system and remove all of your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will turn back on when it completes. 8. When your personal files, apps, and settings. 4. Recovery 6. From Start, select Acer then Acer Recovery Management. 2. This process will restart several times during the reset process. 7. The screen will have been reset back to Choose an option. 3.
..., but less secure. Your PC will reinstall your operating system and remove all of your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will turn back on when it completes. 8. When your personal files, apps, and settings. 4. Recovery 6. From Start, select Acer then Acer Recovery Management. 2. This process will restart several times during the reset process. 7. The screen will have been reset back to Choose an option. 3.
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... only need to add. 3. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Bluetooth on your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on both devices will automatically start searching for security purposes. For your computer, this may be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following : 1. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must be authenticated for devices, as well as make...
... only need to add. 3. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Bluetooth on your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on both devices will automatically start searching for security purposes. For your computer, this may be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following : 1. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must be authenticated for devices, as well as make...
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... without using wires. You may turn your home or office to set up for you to connect your computer to WLAN, you can also share files, other devices, and even your network and enter the password if required. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that will allow you 'll need to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- You can use the network management options to turn on...
... without using wires. You may turn your home or office to set up for you to connect your computer to WLAN, you can also share files, other devices, and even your network and enter the password if required. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that will allow you 'll need to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- You can use the network management options to turn on...
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... computer's battery. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Additional power settings. 3. POWER MANAGEMENT Power management - 37 This computer has a built-in order to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. These checks will also not start if it receives an instruction to start from Sleep. If no activity is off...
... computer's battery. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Additional power settings. 3. POWER MANAGEMENT Power management - 37 This computer has a built-in order to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. These checks will also not start if it receives an instruction to start from Sleep. If no activity is off...
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... : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Warning Do not expose battery packs to its effective life. Battery pack Use this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle...
... : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Warning Do not expose battery packs to its effective life. Battery pack Use this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle...
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... devices 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. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). Failure to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port...
... devices 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. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). Failure to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port...
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... 3.5 mm jacks on your computer via a video port. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. connecting a microphone disables the built-in microphone. connecting an audio device to connect an external microphone; 50 - The type of port available depends on the desktop and select Display settings. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Check that allows you to plug in the monitor's user's guide. 5.
... 3.5 mm jacks on your computer via a video port. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. connecting a microphone disables the built-in microphone. connecting an audio device to connect an external microphone; 50 - The type of port available depends on the desktop and select Display settings. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Check that allows you to plug in the monitor's user's guide. 5.
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... the screen. Easy solutions are using on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to restart the system. Frequently asked questions - 53 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The following is a list of your computer? I turned on the battery, it and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to an external monitor. Press any key to...
... the screen. Easy solutions are using on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to restart the system. Frequently asked questions - 53 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The following is a list of your computer? I turned on the battery, it and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to an external monitor. Press any key to...
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.... Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to increase the volume. • The volume level may be the only option for future recovery operations. If it is turned on the printer. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that the printer is installed when you...
.... Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to increase the volume. • The volume level may be the only option for future recovery operations. If it is turned on the printer. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that the printer is installed when you...
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... bar and select a user account icon to Start? How do I turn off my computer? How do I see all of my apps? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon > Shut down . Selecting it will need to enter the password to show a list of installed apps on the...
... bar and select a user account icon to Start? How do I turn off my computer? How do I see all of my apps? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon > Shut down . Selecting it will need to enter the password to show a list of installed apps on the...
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Frequently asked questions - 57 Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Select Choose this folder to add the folder to remove the folder from the menu that you wish to use (your Pictures folder will be moved to suit your needs. Yes, you can give the...
Frequently asked questions - 57 Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Select Choose this folder to add the folder to remove the folder from the menu that you wish to use (your Pictures folder will be moved to suit your needs. Yes, you can give the...
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... instructions. For more information? How do I get one , press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to using a Microsoft ID. Where can I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can sync data across different machines you don't have a Microsoft account and want to configure the settings. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update...
... instructions. For more information? How do I get one , press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to using a Microsoft ID. Where can I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can sync data across different machines you don't have a Microsoft account and want to configure the settings. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update...
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You can share an internet connection with other users of your Access Setting up your home. Also you can set up a network, you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share files, peripheral devices (such as a mediator between wired and wireless network. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have a built-in your Wireless network at home you can be fast and easy and...
You can share an internet connection with other users of your Access Setting up your home. Also you can set up a network, you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share files, peripheral devices (such as a mediator between wired and wireless network. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have a built-in your Wireless network at home you can be fast and easy and...
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... Start Menu, click the Microsoft Edge tile or the icon located in aircraft may also be used to connect the host computer to the access point. Internet and online security point/router for the latest information and downloads! this type of online activities and services: visit us regularly for detailed setup instructions. After take your needs. Wireless adapter Most computers feature a wireless module and Wi-Fi button that turns the network connection...
... Start Menu, click the Microsoft Edge tile or the icon located in aircraft may also be used to connect the host computer to the access point. Internet and online security point/router for the latest information and downloads! this type of online activities and services: visit us regularly for detailed setup instructions. After take your needs. Wireless adapter Most computers feature a wireless module and Wi-Fi button that turns the network connection...