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...OF CONTENTS Safety and comfort 5 snapshot 46 First things first Returning your system to its factory 17 condition 47 Your guides 17 Recovering from Windows 48 Basic care and tips for using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 52 computer 17 Turning your computer on and off 17 ...19 Battery pack 59 Taking care of your battery pack 19 Cleaning and servicing 19 Battery pack characteristics 59 Charging the battery 59 Your Acer notebook tour 21 Optimizing battery life 61 Screen view 22 Keyboard view 24 Left view 25 Information on USB 3.0 26 Checking the ...
...OF CONTENTS Safety and comfort 5 snapshot 46 First things first Returning your system to its factory 17 condition 47 Your guides 17 Recovering from Windows 48 Basic care and tips for using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 52 computer 17 Turning your computer on and off 17 ...19 Battery pack 59 Taking care of your battery pack 19 Cleaning and servicing 19 Battery pack characteristics 59 Charging the battery 59 Your Acer notebook tour 21 Optimizing battery life 61 Screen view 22 Keyboard view 24 Left view 25 Information on USB 3.0 26 Checking the ...
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...considerations 69 Troubleshooting tips 85 Securing your computer 71 Error messages 85 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 87 Using a computer security lock 71 Three concepts you might want to use Windows in network feature 73 How do I get more information?.......... 93 Frequently asked questions 81 Requesting service...to a network 73 Built-in the way that I'm used to Internet BIOS utility 80 Explorer 92 Boot sequence 80 How do I check for Windows Setting passwords 80 updates 93 Where can I get to Start 87 How do I jump between apps 88 How do I turn off my ...
...considerations 69 Troubleshooting tips 85 Securing your computer 71 Error messages 85 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 87 Using a computer security lock 71 Three concepts you might want to use Windows in network feature 73 How do I get more information?.......... 93 Frequently asked questions 81 Requesting service...to a network 73 Built-in the way that I'm used to Internet BIOS utility 80 Explorer 92 Boot sequence 80 How do I check for Windows Setting passwords 80 updates 93 Where can I get to Start 87 How do I jump between apps 88 How do I turn off my ...
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Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so 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, using a glare-reduction filter, ...
Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so 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, using a glare-reduction filter, ...
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... your mobile computing needs. FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to the User's Manual. Your guides To help you for making an Acer notebook your choice for using your computer Turning your notebook. It is available from Desktop; This guide contains detailed information on how your... computer can help 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. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu...
... your mobile computing needs. FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to the User's Manual. Your guides To help you for making an Acer notebook your choice for using your computer Turning your notebook. It is available from Desktop; This guide contains detailed information on how your... computer can help 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. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu...
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... the screen moves one line up or down arrow ( + ) keys. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on and off. Use this mode when you press the up or...
... the screen moves one line up or down arrow ( + ) keys. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on and off. Use this mode when you press the up or...
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... keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it returns to the Start screen. Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; Play or pause a ... file. Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. 32 - Jump to the previous media file. Windows key It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Using the keyboard Hotkey + < > Icon Function Volume up Description Increases the sound volume. + < > + + + + Volume down Play/Pause...
... keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. it returns to the Start screen. Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; Play or pause a ... file. Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. 32 - Jump to the previous media file. Windows key It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Using the keyboard Hotkey + < > Icon Function Volume up Description Increases the sound volume. + < > + + + + Volume down Play/Pause...
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Touchpad Touchpad gestures Windows 8 and many applications support touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers. These allow you to control applications with a few simple gestures, such as: • .... • Swipe in from right edge: Toggle the charms. • Swipe in from top edge: Toggle the app commands. • Swipe in from edge: Access Windows tools by swiping into the center of photos, maps and documents with a simple finger-and-thumb gesture. 34 -
Touchpad Touchpad gestures Windows 8 and many applications support touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers. These allow you to control applications with a few simple gestures, such as: • .... • Swipe in from right edge: Toggle the charms. • Swipe in from top edge: Toggle the app commands. • Swipe in from edge: Access Windows tools by swiping into the center of photos, maps and documents with a simple finger-and-thumb gesture. 34 -
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... as when you purchased it to start recovery options, either using Windows tools, or the recovery backup. Creating a recovery backup To reinstall from a USB storage drive, you must first create a recovery backup. Acer provides Acer Recovery Management, which allows you to create a recovery backup, a...do not help, you can 'recover' your computer. i.e. In certain situations a full recovery will restore your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. return it , while giving you an option to the same state as possible. Recovery - 35 ...
... as when you purchased it to start recovery options, either using Windows tools, or the recovery backup. Creating a recovery backup To reinstall from a USB storage drive, you must first create a recovery backup. Acer provides Acer Recovery Management, which allows you to create a recovery backup, a...do not help, you can 'recover' your computer. i.e. In certain situations a full recovery will restore your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. return it , while giving you an option to the same state as possible. Recovery - 35 ...
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Note: Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of apps. 2. Recovery From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of 32 GB or larger. 1. The Recovery Drive window 36 - Click Create Factory Default Backup.
Note: Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of apps. 2. Recovery From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of 32 GB or larger. 1. The Recovery Drive window 36 - Click Create Factory Default Backup.
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Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you will remember. Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup, that you may use either Recovery - 39 Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. 7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly.
Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you will remember. Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup, that you may use either Recovery - 39 Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. 7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly.
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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. 44 - Recovery
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. 44 - Recovery
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... disc drive or connect it to a free USB port. • If you inserted a DVD wait for Acer Resource Center to start. • If Acer Resource Center does not start automatically, press the Windows key + , then double-click on the optical drive icon. • If you are reinstalling from a ... follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. If you are using a USB drive, press the Windows key + , then double-click on ResourceCenter. • You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. • Click the install icon for the item you want to reinstall. Recovery - ...
... disc drive or connect it to a free USB port. • If you inserted a DVD wait for Acer Resource Center to start. • If Acer Resource Center does not start automatically, press the Windows key + , then double-click on the optical drive icon. • If you are reinstalling from a ... follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. If you are using a USB drive, press the Windows key + , then double-click on ResourceCenter. • You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. • Click the install icon for the item you want to reinstall. Recovery - ...
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...For more information about using Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help and Support in the list of the Acer Resource Center. 3. You should see the Contents section of 46 - Returning to reinstall. In most cases of these restore points to complete the... installation. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you can return to one of hard-toresolve software problems, you ...
...For more information about using Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help and Support in the list of the Acer Resource Center. 3. You should see the Contents section of 46 - Returning to reinstall. In most cases of these restore points to complete the... installation. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you can return to one of hard-toresolve software problems, you ...
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... factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 48. • If you specified. Click the latest restore point (at the bottom of apps. 2. Your system is restored... using the restore point you cannot run Windows, your system to its factory condition. This process may take several minutes, and may need to reinstall everything to return your system worked ...
... factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 48. • If you specified. Click the latest restore point (at the bottom of apps. 2. Your system is restored... using the restore point you cannot run Windows, your system to its factory condition. This process may take several minutes, and may need to reinstall everything to return your system worked ...
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See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your system. If you purchased your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your PC will reinstall all software and drivers that were ... Management" on your files (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. Customized Restore will attempt to retain your hard drive, back them up now. Recovery...
See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your system. If you purchased your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your PC will reinstall all software and drivers that were ... Management" on your files (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. Customized Restore will attempt to retain your hard drive, back them up now. Recovery...
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Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will erase all files on your PC window opens. Images for reference only. 3. The Reset your hard drive. 2. Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Restore Factory Settings. Click Next, then choose how to erase your files: Recovery - 49
Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will erase all files on your PC window opens. Images for reference only. 3. The Reset your hard drive. 2. Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Restore Factory Settings. Click Next, then choose how to erase your files: Recovery - 49
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Click Next, then Refresh. 4. This process takes about 30 minutes. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your PC window opens. 3. Recovery - 51 The Refresh your hard drive. Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1.
Click Next, then Refresh. 4. This process takes about 30 minutes. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your PC window opens. 3. Recovery - 51 The Refresh your hard drive. Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1.
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b. f. Recovery Find your computer. During startup, press to select the Exit menu. Windows starts from the recovery backup instead of BIOS your computer. 4. Use the left or right arrow keys to Enabled. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover ...
b. f. Recovery Find your computer. During startup, press to select the Exit menu. Windows starts from the recovery backup instead of BIOS your computer. 4. Use the left or right arrow keys to Enabled. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover ...
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...PC to start the reset process: Reset your PC deletes everything on your files (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from the Windows Store). Click Reset your PC to get your hard drive, back them as restore points. 7. b. If you can return to one of hard-to... retain your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Recovery - 53 In most cases of these restore points to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will attempt to...
...PC to start the reset process: Reset your PC deletes everything on your files (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from the Windows Store). Click Reset your PC to get your hard drive, back them as restore points. 7. b. If you can return to one of hard-to... retain your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Recovery - 53 In most cases of these restore points to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will attempt to...
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... changes to the hard drive: a. The Reset your hard drive. 1. If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on your PC window opens. Just remove my files quickly erases all files on the hard drive and want to recover (normally only one option is erased, so no...
... changes to the hard drive: a. The Reset your hard drive. 1. If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on your PC window opens. Just remove my files quickly erases all files on the hard drive and want to recover (normally only one option is erased, so no...