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...-installed. With your personal cloud, all your connected devices (PC, tablet, phone) can access files on your digital life anytime, anywhere! For more information please visit the AcerCloud website: www.acer.com/acercloud Model number: Serial number: Date of purchase: Place of purchase: © 2013 All Rights Reserved. Acer Aspire S7-392 User's Manual This Revision: 03/2013 AcerCloud frees you to access your files over the Internet...
...-installed. With your personal cloud, all your connected devices (PC, tablet, phone) can access files on your digital life anytime, anywhere! For more information please visit the AcerCloud website: www.acer.com/acercloud Model number: Serial number: Date of purchase: Place of purchase: © 2013 All Rights Reserved. Acer Aspire S7-392 User's Manual This Revision: 03/2013 AcerCloud frees you to access your files over the Internet...
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... using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 50 computer 16 Turning your computer on and off 16 Battery pack 54 Taking care of your computer 17 Battery pack characteristics 54 Taking care of your AC adapter 18 Charging the battery 54 Cleaning and servicing 18 Optimizing battery life 56 Your Acer notebook tour 19 Checking the battery level 56 Battery-low warning 57 Screen view 20 Keyboard view 22 Power management...
... using your Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 50 computer 16 Turning your computer on and off 16 Battery pack 54 Taking care of your computer 17 Battery pack characteristics 54 Taking care of your AC adapter 18 Charging the battery 54 Cleaning and servicing 18 Optimizing battery life 56 Your Acer notebook tour 19 Checking the battery level 56 Battery-low warning 57 Screen view 20 Keyboard view 22 Power management...
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... Using a Bluetooth connection 75 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth 75 Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8 ......... 76 Adding a Bluetooth device 77 that I get more information?.......... 96 84 Troubleshooting 97 BIOS utility 85 Troubleshooting tips 97 Error messages 97 Boot sequence 85 Setting passwords 85 Regulations and safety notices 99 4 - Table of contents Special considerations 66 Frequently asked questions 86 Securing your computer 67 Requesting service 88 Using passwords 67 Entering passwords 68 Tips and hints for Windows 83 updates...
... Using a Bluetooth connection 75 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth 75 Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8 ......... 76 Adding a Bluetooth device 77 that I get more information?.......... 96 84 Troubleshooting 97 BIOS utility 85 Troubleshooting tips 97 Error messages 97 Boot sequence 85 Setting passwords 85 Regulations and safety notices 99 4 - Table of contents Special considerations 66 Frequently asked questions 86 Securing your computer 67 Requesting service 88 Using passwords 67 Entering passwords 68 Tips and hints for Windows 83 updates...
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... case has been damaged. - Guidelines for service. - Do not use it to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of small children. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. - Keep them out of the reach...
... case has been damaged. - Guidelines for service. - Do not use it to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of small children. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. - Keep them out of the reach...
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...: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. 16 - Basic care and tips for your new computer. First things first The Quick Guide introduces you get started with setting up your computer on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on and off To turn the power off , the setup poster...
...: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. 16 - Basic care and tips for your new computer. First things first The Quick Guide introduces you get started with setting up your computer on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on and off To turn the power off , the setup poster...
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Aspire S7-392 Your Acer notebook tour - 19 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 S7-392 Your Acer notebook tour - 19 YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new Acer computer.
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... - Turns the display screen backlight off Description Enables / disables the computer's communication devices. Using the keyboard Hotkey + + + + Icon Function Communication Sleep Display toggle Display off to save power. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key(s) in Sleep mode. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. USING THE KEYBOARD...
... - Turns the display screen backlight off Description Enables / disables the computer's communication devices. Using the keyboard Hotkey + + + + Icon Function Communication Sleep Display toggle Display off to save power. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key(s) in Sleep mode. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. USING THE KEYBOARD...
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Note: To use Function keys (such as clicking the right mouse button; During boot up, press + to the Start screen. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Thus, + for special functions, please check Windows Help. Windows key It can also be used with other keys for etc. it returns to access BIOS. Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. 30 - Application key This key has the same effect as F1, F2 ...) press and the corresponding number key. Using the keyboard
Note: To use Function keys (such as clicking the right mouse button; During boot up, press + to the Start screen. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Thus, + for special functions, please check Windows Help. Windows key It can also be used with other keys for etc. it returns to access BIOS. Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. 30 - Application key This key has the same effect as F1, F2 ...) press and the corresponding number key. Using the keyboard
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... reinstalling the software or the device drivers. If multiple discs are using optical discs, the drive ejects each backup, such as it completes burning it. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not preinstalled, see that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Reinstalling drivers and applications" on the screen. 4. 3. Click Start to copy files.You will remember. Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place...
... reinstalling the software or the device drivers. If multiple discs are using optical discs, the drive ejects each backup, such as it completes burning it. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not preinstalled, see that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Reinstalling drivers and applications" on the screen. 4. 3. Click Start to copy files.You will remember. Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place...
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... was working correctly. For instructions, see "Returning your operating system. If nothing else has solved the problem and you have created. • Other applications - 2. If you need to an earlier system snapshot" on your hard drive or the backup you want to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning to reinstall the applications and device drivers that came pre-installed on...
... was working correctly. For instructions, see "Returning your operating system. If nothing else has solved the problem and you have created. • Other applications - 2. If you need to an earlier system snapshot" on your hard drive or the backup you want to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning to reinstall the applications and device drivers that came pre-installed on...
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... pre-installed on page 49. 46 - Recovery See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your hard drive, back them up now. Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. • If you cannot run Windows, your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from the Windows Store). Recovering from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of...
... pre-installed on page 49. 46 - Recovery See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your hard drive, back them up now. Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. • If you cannot run Windows, your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from the Windows Store). Recovering from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of...
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... choose the keyboard layout. 2. Click Troubleshoot. 3. Click Next. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by repeating the first-start using your hard drive. 6. Turn on your computer to 5 hours, but is erased, so no files can start process. Several options are completely removed. 4. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Click Next, then choose how to factory settings. 4. Fully clean the drive completely cleans...
... choose the keyboard layout. 2. Click Troubleshoot. 3. Click Next. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by repeating the first-start using your hard drive. 6. Turn on your computer to 5 hours, but is erased, so no files can start process. Several options are completely removed. 4. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Click Next, then choose how to factory settings. 4. Fully clean the drive completely cleans...
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... must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Use your arrow keys to Enabled. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you to select which device to start from, select the USB drive. Select OK or Yes to open the boot menu. Press + when starting your keyboard type. 50 - During startup, press + to confirm. Recovery Select your computer. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup on your computer. 3. Plug in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. Use...
... must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Use your arrow keys to Enabled. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you to select which device to start from, select the USB drive. Select OK or Yes to open the boot menu. Press + when starting your keyboard type. 50 - During startup, press + to confirm. Recovery Select your computer. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup on your computer. 3. Plug in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. Use...
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Checking the battery level The power meter indicates the current battery level. The recommended temperature is 10° C (50° F) to see the battery's present charge level. 56 - Battery pack a USB disk drive), as they can continue to draw power. • Store your AC adapter and battery. Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set out below: • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile...
Checking the battery level The power meter indicates the current battery level. The recommended temperature is 10° C (50° F) to see the battery's present charge level. 56 - Battery pack a USB disk drive), as they can continue to draw power. • Store your AC adapter and battery. Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set out below: • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile...
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... turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. Try again and press . • When the User Password is set , a prompt appears when you press + to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility. Securing your computer Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen...
... turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. Try again and press . • When the User Password is set , a prompt appears when you press + to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up . • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility. Securing your computer Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen...
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... computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on the battery, it and press + + to restart the system. • Do you are provided for each one. Press any key to save power. Remove it may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is lit, check the following: • Is a disc in the optical drive?
... computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on the battery, it and press + + to restart the system. • Do you are provided for each one. Press any key to save power. Remove it may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is lit, check the following: • Is a disc in the optical drive?
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...the setup process, or you immediately register it is being progressively rolled out, and, unfortunately may not be available in your Acer product, please visit www.acer.com. Obtaining Acer ...access to register your product registration, you will also be sent a confirmation email with important data that you need at store.acer.com. The Acer store is recommended that Acer's warranty extension program and Notebook accessories are available online. Acer Aspire S7-392 Quick Guide Product registration When using your country, click PRODUCT REGISTRATION and follow the simple instructions...
...the setup process, or you immediately register it is being progressively rolled out, and, unfortunately may not be available in your Acer product, please visit www.acer.com. Obtaining Acer ...access to register your product registration, you will also be sent a confirmation email with important data that you need at store.acer.com. The Acer store is recommended that Acer's warranty extension program and Notebook accessories are available online. Acer Aspire S7-392 Quick Guide Product registration When using your country, click PRODUCT REGISTRATION and follow the simple instructions...
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... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as using the keyboard and audio, etc. For more on Acer User's Manual. In addition it : 1 Type "User" from Start. 2 Click on how your computer can help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your new computer. Your guides To help you get started with setting up your mobile computing needs. Follow these steps to access...
... utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as using the keyboard and audio, etc. For more on Acer User's Manual. In addition it : 1 Type "User" from Start. 2 Click on how your computer can help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your new computer. Your guides To help you get started with setting up your mobile computing needs. Follow these steps to access...
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... the sound volume. Turns the display screen backlight off . Note: This function is disabled if the light sensor detects a bright environment. Press any key to access BIOS. Backlight toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on the screen. + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness. + < > Volume up , press + to return. English 9 Hotkey + + + + Icon Function Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Description Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if...
... the sound volume. Turns the display screen backlight off . Note: This function is disabled if the light sensor detects a bright environment. Press any key to access BIOS. Backlight toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on the screen. + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness. + < > Volume up , press + to return. English 9 Hotkey + + + + Icon Function Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Description Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if...