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© 2012 All Rights Reserved. Acer Aspire E1-451G User's Manual Original Issue: 11/2012
© 2012 All Rights Reserved. Acer Aspire E1-451G User's Manual Original Issue: 11/2012
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... a recovery backup ........ 51 Taking care of your battery pack 19 Cleaning and servicing 19 Acer clear.fi 55 Navigating media and photos 55 Your Acer notebook tour 21 Shared files 56 Screen view 22 Which devices are compatible 56 Keyboard view 24 Playing to another device 57 Left view 25 Right view 26 Power management 58 Base view 28 Saving power 58 Using the keyboard 29 Battery pack 61 Windows keys...
... a recovery backup ........ 51 Taking care of your battery pack 19 Cleaning and servicing 19 Acer clear.fi 55 Navigating media and photos 55 Your Acer notebook tour 21 Shared files 56 Screen view 22 Which devices are compatible 56 Keyboard view 24 Playing to another device 57 Left view 25 Right view 26 Power management 58 Base view 28 Saving power 58 Using the keyboard 29 Battery pack 61 Windows keys...
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... Using a computer security lock 73 How do I turn off my computer 89 Using passwords 73 Why is there a new interface 89 Entering passwords 74 How do I personalize my computer?........ 90 I want to What to bring with you 71 Troubleshooting tips 86 Special considerations 71 Error messages 86 Traveling internationally with the computer...... 71 Tips and hints for Windows 79 updates 94 Playing DVD movies BIOS utility...
... Using a computer security lock 73 How do I turn off my computer 89 Using passwords 73 Why is there a new interface 89 Entering passwords 74 How do I personalize my computer?........ 90 I want to What to bring with you 71 Troubleshooting tips 86 Special considerations 71 Error messages 86 Traveling internationally with the computer...... 71 Tips and hints for Windows 79 updates 94 Playing DVD movies BIOS utility...
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... does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. - Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel when: - If the battery leaks and you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may cause the battery to leak acid, become hot, explode...
... does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. - Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel when: - If the battery leaks and you to dangerous voltage points or other controls may cause the battery to leak acid, become hot, explode...
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... get started with setting up your computer on and off To turn the power off , the setup poster helps you to the User's Manual. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. This guide contains detailed information on how your new computer. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook...
... get started with setting up your computer on and off To turn the power off , the setup poster helps you to the User's Manual. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. This guide contains detailed information on how your new computer. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook...
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YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new Acer computer. Aspire E1-451G Your Acer notebook tour - 21
YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new Acer computer. Aspire E1-451G Your Acer notebook tour - 21
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# Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Your Acer notebook tour - 23 HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is blue when in AC mode. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. Indicates the computer's battery status. Charging: The light is amber when the Battery indicator battery is charging. 4 Fully charged: The light is active.
# Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Your Acer notebook tour - 23 HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is blue when in AC mode. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. Indicates the computer's battery status. Charging: The light is amber when the Battery indicator battery is charging. 4 Fully charged: The light is active.
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... a display device (e.g., (VGA) port external monitor, LCD projector). 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. 4 External display Connects to stay cool. Your Acer notebook tour - 25 # Icon Item Description 4 Click buttons (left and right) The left and right side of the button function as left and right selection buttons. 5 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output. Left view # Icon Item Description 1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet...
... a display device (e.g., (VGA) port external monitor, LCD projector). 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. 4 External display Connects to stay cool. Your Acer notebook tour - 25 # Icon Item Description 4 Click buttons (left and right) The left and right side of the button function as left and right selection buttons. 5 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output. Left view # Icon Item Description 1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 2 Ethernet...
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please check Windows Help. Using the keyboard - 29 USING THE KEYBOARD Your computer has a compact keyboard with other keys for special functions; Windows key Returns to change how the keyboard acts. it opens the application's context menu. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Toggle the keyboard lock keys to the Start screen. Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Application key This key has the...
please check Windows Help. Using the keyboard - 29 USING THE KEYBOARD Your computer has a compact keyboard with other keys for special functions; Windows key Returns to change how the keyboard acts. it opens the application's context menu. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Toggle the keyboard lock keys to the Start screen. Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Application key This key has the...
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... mode network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Display off Turns the display screen backlight off . Switches display output Display toggle between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in the hotkey combination. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on / off . Using the keyboard - 31 Hotkey...
... mode network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Display off Turns the display screen backlight off . Switches display output Display toggle between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in the hotkey combination. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on / off . Using the keyboard - 31 Hotkey...
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.... Remove the disc from the drive and mark it . Click Start to a previous system condition. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on reinstalling software and drivers that you will be Recovery - 41 If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem may be shown the backup progress on page 42. For instructions on each disc as 'Drivers and Applications Backup'.
.... Remove the disc from the drive and mark it . Click Start to a previous system condition. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on reinstalling software and drivers that you will be Recovery - 41 If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem may be shown the backup progress on page 42. For instructions on each disc as 'Drivers and Applications Backup'.
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... that came pre-installed on your computer, you need to its factory condition. solved by returning your hard drive or the backup you have created. • Other applications - If you need to follow the instructions provided with the device. 42 - Recovery If you need to a previous state when everything was working correctly. You can reinstall using either your system to reinstall device drivers that did not...
... that came pre-installed on your computer, you need to its factory condition. solved by returning your hard drive or the backup you have created. • Other applications - If you need to follow the instructions provided with the device. 42 - Recovery If you need to a previous state when everything was working correctly. You can reinstall using either your system to reinstall device drivers that did not...
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...user data) but will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your system. Recovery - 47 See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management" on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my PC) or Customized Restore (Refresh my PC). Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive...
...user data) but will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your system. Recovery - 47 See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management" on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my PC) or Customized Restore (Refresh my PC). Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive...
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... your hard drive. 2. If you choose Windows 7, your computer will erase all files on certain systems), a window opens with Acer Recovery Management 1. If you must change Boot Mode to UEFI. If you reinstall Windows 7, you choose Windows 8, Reset your PC opens, as described below. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will restart and restore Windows 7. Recovery Note: To fully enjoy Windows 8 features after changing from Windows 7, enter the BIOS (press when starting your computer) and change Boot Mode back to restore either Windows 7 or Windows 8. Restore Factory Settings...
... your hard drive. 2. If you choose Windows 7, your computer will erase all files on certain systems), a window opens with Acer Recovery Management 1. If you must change Boot Mode to UEFI. If you reinstall Windows 7, you choose Windows 8, Reset your PC opens, as described below. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will restart and restore Windows 7. Recovery Note: To fully enjoy Windows 8 features after changing from Windows 7, enter the BIOS (press when starting your computer) and change Boot Mode back to restore either Windows 7 or Windows 8. Restore Factory Settings...
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... arrow keys to start from, select the USB drive. c. e. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup on your computer. 3. f. During startup, press to select the Main menu. The boot menu allows you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Find your computer. If it is selected, press to change this setting to use: Recovery - 51 Use the left or right arrow keys to open the boot menu. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the type of recovery to Enabled. d. Your...
... arrow keys to start from, select the USB drive. c. e. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup on your computer. 3. f. During startup, press to select the Main menu. The boot menu allows you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Find your computer. If it is selected, press to change this setting to use: Recovery - 51 Use the left or right arrow keys to open the boot menu. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the type of recovery to Enabled. d. Your...
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... and hold the power button for maximum security. If you the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to shut down the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Combine the use of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a prompt appears when you forget your dealer or an authorized service center. Entering passwords When a password is set , a password prompt appears...
... and hold the power button for maximum security. If you the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to shut down the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Combine the use of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a prompt appears when you forget your dealer or an authorized service center. Entering passwords When a password is set , a password prompt appears...
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... the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to the computer. Frequently asked questions Unplug it is lit, check the following is being supplied to save power. I turned on the battery, it and press + + to restart the system. Easy solutions are using on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator: •...
... the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to the computer. Frequently asked questions Unplug it is lit, check the following is being supplied to save power. I turned on the battery, it and press + + to restart the system. Easy solutions are using on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator: •...
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... the Lock screen? How do I personalize my computer? Other tiles will need to enter the password to suit your personal needs. 90 - To change the background, press the Windows key + and click Settings > Change PC settings > Personalize. Click and hold a tile to select it, then drag it to the place on Start that appears at the top of the screen. Can I unlock my computer? Click Start screen...
... the Lock screen? How do I personalize my computer? Other tiles will need to enter the password to suit your personal needs. 90 - To change the background, press the Windows key + and click Settings > Change PC settings > Personalize. Click and hold a tile to select it, then drag it to the place on Start that appears at the top of the screen. Can I unlock my computer? Click Start screen...
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... one , press the Windows key + and click Settings > Change PC settings > Users > Switch to Start. Do I get one you can pin shortcuts to a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions. Internet Explorer 10 doesn't have a Microsoft account and want to get one ? If you've already installed Windows 8 and didn't sign in to the people, files, and devices you 'll connect your favorite websites...
... one , press the Windows key + and click Settings > Change PC settings > Users > Switch to Start. Do I get one you can pin shortcuts to a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions. Internet Explorer 10 doesn't have a Microsoft account and want to get one ? If you've already installed Windows 8 and didn't sign in to the people, files, and devices you 'll connect your favorite websites...
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Windows 53 Windows Acer Recovery Management Start Recovery Acer Recovery Management Restore Factory Settings Customized Restore Restore Factory Settings Windows Acer Recovery Management 50 Customized Restore 49
Windows 53 Windows Acer Recovery Management Start Recovery Acer Recovery Management Restore Factory Settings Customized Restore Restore Factory Settings Windows Acer Recovery Management 50 Customized Restore 49