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... provided herein are connected to the Internet. 2. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. After we receive your product registration, you already have an Acer ID, it will be sent a confirmation email with important data. Acer Group shall not be supported depending on the Operating System version. All Rights Reserved. Aspire 5 A515-52 / A515-52G This revision: July 2018 Important This manual contains proprietary...
... provided herein are connected to the Internet. 2. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. After we receive your product registration, you already have an Acer ID, it will be sent a confirmation email with important data. Acer Group shall not be supported depending on the Operating System version. All Rights Reserved. Aspire 5 A515-52 / A515-52G This revision: July 2018 Important This manual contains proprietary...
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... USB Type-C information 11 Right view 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Special keys 14 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 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 23 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 24 Using a Bluetooth connection 27 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 27 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 27 Connecting...
... USB Type-C information 11 Right view 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Special keys 14 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 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 23 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 24 Using a Bluetooth connection 27 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 27 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 27 Connecting...
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... you get started with setting up your Acer notebook, we have connected to the internet, you to be listed. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Scroll down . The Quick Guide introduces you can help you use your computer. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can download updates for meeting your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps...
... you get started with setting up your Acer notebook, we have connected to the internet, you to be listed. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Scroll down . The Quick Guide introduces you can help you use your computer. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can download updates for meeting your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps...
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... water or any 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 , you can put it to Sleep by doing any liquid on the computer. • Do not... again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to power down . approved adapter to direct sunlight. Do not place it on uneven surfaces. If you close it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer ...
... water or any 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 , you can put it to Sleep by doing any liquid on the computer. • Do not... again, wait at least two seconds before powering up to ten seconds to power down . approved adapter to direct sunlight. Do not place it on uneven surfaces. If you close it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer ...
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Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 12 - 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. Your Acer notebook tour Right view 12 3 4 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB ports Connects to an AC adapter.
Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 12 - 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. Your Acer notebook tour Right view 12 3 4 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB ports Connects to an AC adapter.
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... computer's network devices. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. The function of numeric data entry. Brightness up or down Decreases the screen brightness. When Num Lock is in numeric mode. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock Description When Caps Lock is clearly marked with an icon. Airplane mode Turns on , all alphabetic characters typed are in Sleep mode. 14 - Using the keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has...
... computer's network devices. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. The function of numeric data entry. Brightness up or down Decreases the screen brightness. When Num Lock is in numeric mode. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock Description When Caps Lock is clearly marked with an icon. Airplane mode Turns on , all alphabetic characters typed are in Sleep mode. 14 - Using the keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has...
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... or off Description Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Volume up Increases the sound volume. Keyboard backlight toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on and off to save power. Volume down Decreases the sound volume. Stop Stop playing the selected media file. Turns the display screen backlight off . Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in the hotkey combination Hotkey Fn + F1-F12 Fn + Fn + Fn + Fn + Icon Function Description Function keys Activates the F1...
... or off Description Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Volume up Increases the sound volume. Keyboard backlight toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on and off to save power. Volume down Decreases the sound volume. Stop Stop playing the selected media file. Turns the display screen backlight off . Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in the hotkey combination Hotkey Fn + F1-F12 Fn + Fn + Fn + Fn + Icon Function Description Function keys Activates the F1...
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You only need to pair once. Bluetooth on your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on both devices. To use Bluetooth, you want to add. 3. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to enable/disable it must first be enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). This means it . 2. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must ensure the following : 1. Note...
You only need to pair once. Bluetooth on your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on both devices. To use Bluetooth, you want to add. 3. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to enable/disable it must first be enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). This means it . 2. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must ensure the following : 1. Note...
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... be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from home, you'll need to the internet. You can use the network management options to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the internet. For detailed information, please refer to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is shared over the network. Once connected...
... be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from home, you'll need to the internet. You can use the network management options to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the internet. For detailed information, please refer to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is shared over the network. Once connected...
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... following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off , your computer will slowly drain your computer's battery. Select Additional power settings. 3. 38 - System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep...
... following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off , your computer will slowly drain your computer's battery. Select Additional power settings. 3. 38 - System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep...
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... it will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery. The battery conditioning process ensures your AC adapter and battery. Failure to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are not being used for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Extreme...
... it will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery. The battery conditioning process ensures your AC adapter and battery. Failure to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are not being used for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Extreme...
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USB 2.0 ports on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to stop using the device before removing it supports. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to do this may result in the port, while USB 3.0 ports have a blue tongue. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 49 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off. Some USB 3.0 ports support charging devices when the computer is...
USB 2.0 ports on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to stop using the device before removing it supports. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to do this may result in the port, while USB 3.0 ports have a blue tongue. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 49 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off. Some USB 3.0 ports support charging devices when the computer is...
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... the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. The type of port available depends on your computer via a video port. Turn on the desktop and select Display settings. Connecting a monitor 1. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on power to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. Attach the video cable to connect an external microphone; Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to the headphone port disables...
... the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. The type of port available depends on your computer via a video port. Turn on the desktop and select Display settings. Connecting a monitor 1. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on power to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. Attach the video cable to connect an external microphone; Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to the headphone port disables...
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...; Make sure that may be too low. Connect the AC adapter to save power. Press and release the power button to power the computer. Unplug it may arise during the use of your computer? If power is being supplied to the computer (if your computer on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device...
...; Make sure that may be too low. Connect the AC adapter to save power. Press and release the power button to power the computer. Unplug it may arise during the use of your computer? If power is being supplied to the computer (if your computer on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device...
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If it works, contact your computer. 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 reformatted and all data files before using this option. If it is installed when you first turn off. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that is...
If it works, contact your computer. 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 reformatted and all data files before using this option. If it is installed when you first turn off. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that is...
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... Windows key or select the Windows Start button to enable/disable. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon > Shut down . You can also turn off notifications so that will need to enter the password to help you get to unlock the computer. How do I turn off my computer? You can turn off the computer by notifications. How do I see all of the screen...
... Windows key or select the Windows Start button to enable/disable. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon > Shut down . You can also turn off notifications so that will need to enter the password to help you get to unlock the computer. How do I turn off my computer? You can turn off the computer by notifications. How do I see all of the screen...
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... the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Select Choose this folder to add the folder to create a new group on an app and select Pin to Start to the lock screen slideshow. 4. Change the other settings to accommodate the tile in groups? Other tiles will open the folder you can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn the...
... the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Select Choose this folder to add the folder to create a new group on an app and select Pin to Start to the lock screen slideshow. 4. Change the other settings to accommodate the tile in groups? Other tiles will open the folder you can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn the...
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... visit the following pages: • Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com How do I need a Microsoft ID to use to sign in to your PC with a Microsoft account instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. Select Advanced options to open. Frequently asked questions I get one, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to get...
... visit the following pages: • Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com How do I need a Microsoft ID to use to sign in to your PC with a Microsoft account instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. Select Advanced options to open. Frequently asked questions I get one, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to get...
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... a wireless network? Internet and online security - 67 Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example a printer or scanner. Also you can set up a network, you access to a high speed DSL internet connection. Setting up your home network to share access to files and devices connected to pull cables through walls and ceilings. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have a built-in your home. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN...
... a wireless network? Internet and online security - 67 Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example a printer or scanner. Also you can set up a network, you access to a high speed DSL internet connection. Setting up your home network to share access to files and devices connected to pull cables through walls and ceilings. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have a built-in your home. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN...
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... for detailed setup instructions. this type of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be prohibited. Internet and online security services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with the network management options. After take your Access point/router for the latest information and downloads! www.acer.com is your wireless network on or off , ask the cabin crew if you are connected, from the Start Menu, click the...
... for detailed setup instructions. this type of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be prohibited. Internet and online security services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with the network management options. After take your Access point/router for the latest information and downloads! www.acer.com is your wireless network on or off , ask the cabin crew if you are connected, from the Start Menu, click the...