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.... Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are connected to register. 1. Aspire 5 Covers: A515-56 / A515-56G / A515-56S This revision: August 2020 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . Some features described in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to www.acer...
.... Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are connected to register. 1. Aspire 5 Covers: A515-56 / A515-56G / A515-56S This revision: August 2020 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . Some features described in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to www.acer...
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... adapter 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Guidelines for safe battery usage 9 Internal battery 11 Your Acer notebook tour 12 Screen view 12 Keyboard view 13 Left view 14 USB 3.2 Gen 1 information 14 USB Type-C information 14 Right view 15 Base view 16 Using the keyboard 17 Lock keys 17 Special keys 17 Hotkeys 19 Windows keys 19 Using the Precision Touchpad 20 Touchpad gestures 20 Changing touchpad settings 22 Recovery 23 Creating a file history backup 23 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 25 Creating a factory default backup.......... 26 Restoring...
... adapter 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Guidelines for safe battery usage 9 Internal battery 11 Your Acer notebook tour 12 Screen view 12 Keyboard view 13 Left view 14 USB 3.2 Gen 1 information 14 USB Type-C information 14 Right view 15 Base view 16 Using the keyboard 17 Lock keys 17 Special keys 17 Hotkeys 19 Windows keys 19 Using the Precision Touchpad 20 Touchpad gestures 20 Changing touchpad settings 22 Recovery 23 Creating a file history backup 23 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 25 Creating a factory default backup.......... 26 Restoring...
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... any updates, or documents will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. 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 thank you to the clipboard. 4. The link will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. The Quick Guide introduces you get started with setting up...
... any updates, or documents will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. 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 thank you to the clipboard. 4. The link will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. The Quick Guide introduces you get started with setting up...
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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 or sign out > Sleep. approved adapter to power your device, or an Acer- Do not place it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to...
... 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 or sign out > Sleep. approved adapter to power your device, or an Acer- Do not place it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to...
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Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. Headset/speaker jack Connects to USB devices. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Right view Your Acer notebook tour - 15 12 3 4 # Icon 1 2 3 4 Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. USB port Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. Kensington lock Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot security lock.
Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. Headset/speaker jack Connects to USB devices. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Right view Your Acer notebook tour - 15 12 3 4 # Icon 1 2 3 4 Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. USB port Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. Kensington lock Connects to a Kensington-compatible slot security lock.
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... computer's network devices. Scr LK (Scroll Lock) When Scroll Lock is on / off . Use this mode when you need to turn keyboard functions on , the screen moves one line up or down when you can use to do a lot of each key is in Sleep mode. Flight mode Turns on , all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Using the keyboard - 17 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, special keys and hotkeys.
... computer's network devices. Scr LK (Scroll Lock) When Scroll Lock is on / off . Use this mode when you need to turn keyboard functions on , the screen moves one line up or down when you can use to do a lot of each key is in Sleep mode. Flight mode Turns on , all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Using the keyboard - 17 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, special keys and hotkeys.
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... Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Scrolls up Increases the sound volume. Scrolls to save power. Press any key to the beginning of a document. Volume up a page in a document. Using the keyboard Icon Function Display toggle Display off . Keyboard backlight toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on configuration. Scr LK Scroll Lock Pause Break Pause / Break Pg Up Page up Pg Dn Page down Decreases the sound volume. Scrolls down a page in touchpad...
... Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Scrolls up Increases the sound volume. Scrolls to save power. Press any key to the beginning of a document. Volume up a page in a document. Using the keyboard Icon Function Display toggle Display off . Keyboard backlight toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on configuration. Scr LK Scroll Lock Pause Break Pause / Break Pg Up Page up Pg Dn Page down Decreases the sound volume. Scrolls down a page in touchpad...
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... Main menu and change the function key setting in the hotkey combination. Fn + Return to F12 keys. Fn + Play or pause a selected media file. Using the keyboard - 19 Hotkeys To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the BIOS (to Function keys). (Specifications vary depending on how to the next media file. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Switches fan mode between...
... Main menu and change the function key setting in the hotkey combination. Fn + Return to F12 keys. Fn + Play or pause a selected media file. Using the keyboard - 19 Hotkeys To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the BIOS (to Function keys). (Specifications vary depending on how to the next media file. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Switches fan mode between...
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... until it is installing Windows. When your PC will turn off during the reset process. 7. Your PC will have been reset back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. Resetting the PC will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 8. You will reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. The screen will turn back on the...
... until it is installing Windows. When your PC will turn off during the reset process. 7. Your PC will have been reset back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. Resetting the PC will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 8. You will reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. The screen will turn back on the...
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...'s USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is a technology enabling you to other devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must ensure the following : 1. After that you must first be enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Bluetoothenabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Your computer will connect them. To use Bluetooth, you want to pair once. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other device then select the device...
...'s USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is a technology enabling you to other devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must ensure the following : 1. After that you must first be enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Bluetoothenabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. Your computer will connect them. To use Bluetooth, you want to pair once. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other device then select the device...
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... network management options to the internet. Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from home, you to connect to turn on page 80. First though, in order to connect to the internet. Select your computer to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list...
... network management options to the internet. Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from home, you to connect to turn on page 80. First though, in order to connect to the internet. Select your computer to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list...
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... instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Additional power settings. 3. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup...
... instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Additional power settings. 3. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup...
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... battery life Optimizing battery life helps you use ; a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). You are advised to draw power. • Store your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. An embedded battery has a life span of more you get the most out of its extremes, as they can continue to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries...
... battery life Optimizing battery life helps you use ; a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). You are advised to draw power. • Store your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. An embedded battery has a life span of more you get the most out of its extremes, as they can continue to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries...
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... operating system to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. For best performance, USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices should right-click on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB). Important When removing a USB storage device, you to stop using the device before removing it supports. Additionally, 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. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 63 UNIVERSAL SERIAL...
... operating system to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. For best performance, USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices should right-click on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB). Important When removing a USB storage device, you to stop using the device before removing it supports. Additionally, 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. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 63 UNIVERSAL SERIAL...
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... monitor port on power to connect an external microphone; connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. connecting an audio device to your computer's configuration. Video and audio connectors - 65 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to the headphone port disables the built-in speakers. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the microphone port to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Turn on the computer. 3. Attach the video cable...
... monitor port on power to connect an external microphone; connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. connecting an audio device to your computer's configuration. Video and audio connectors - 65 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to the headphone port disables the built-in speakers. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the microphone port to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Turn on the computer. 3. Attach the video cable...
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... Hibernate mode (if there is properly plugged into your computer. Use the Brightness up . Look at the volume control (speaker) The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to an external monitor. Press and release the power button to the computer. • The computer may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is a power LED, it will be set to save power. No audio...
... Hibernate mode (if there is properly plugged into your computer. Use the Brightness up . Look at the volume control (speaker) The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to an external monitor. Press and release the power button to the computer. • The computer may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is a power LED, it will be set to save power. No audio...
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... has a password set, you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you will need to enter the password to continue. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button to show a list of the screen. How do I turn off my computer? How do I unlock my computer? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on the lower left-hand corner of installed apps on...
... has a password set, you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you will need to enter the password to continue. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button to show a list of the screen. How do I turn off my computer? How do I unlock my computer? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on the lower left-hand corner of installed apps on...
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... arrange Start to create a new group on a tile and select Resize. You can drag the tile to appear. Select Add a folder and open by default). How do I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. Select a tile and drag it to an existing group on Start that appears. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Under Lock screen, select...
... arrange Start to create a new group on a tile and select Resize. You can drag the tile to appear. Select Add a folder and open by default). How do I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. Select a tile and drag it to an existing group on Start that appears. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Under Lock screen, select...
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... - 75 Do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can I check for Windows updates? For more information? You do not need one ? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Select Advanced options to using a Microsoft ID. How do I get one, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to configure the settings. Where can sync...
... - 75 Do I need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can I check for Windows updates? For more information? You do not need one ? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Select Advanced options to using a Microsoft ID. How do I get one, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to configure the settings. Where can sync...
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... - Components of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to have a built-in your Wireless network at home you set up a network, you to pull cables through walls and ceilings. When you need to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can set up a LAN using wires. Internet and online security Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is easy and allows you...
... - Components of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to have a built-in your Wireless network at home you set up a network, you to pull cables through walls and ceilings. When you need to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can set up a LAN using wires. Internet and online security Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is easy and allows you...