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...to make your computer use more information, please refer to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting 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 ...
...to make your computer use more information, please refer to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting 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 ...
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.... • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in should not exceed...
.... • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in should not exceed...
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...) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for certain models...) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 Restore Windows from backup discs 14 Acer Arcade Deluxe 16 Contents Information for your safety and comfort ...
...) 1 Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for certain models...) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 Restore Windows from backup discs 14 Acer Arcade Deluxe 16 Contents Information for your safety and comfort ...
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... for certain models) 35 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 36 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 36 Installing memory 37 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 39 Choose your input type 39 Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna (for selected models) 39 To connect the digital...
... for certain models) 35 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 36 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 36 Installing memory 37 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 39 Choose your input type 39 Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna (for selected models) 39 To connect the digital...
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... 4-way control function (only for certain models) to use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader. • Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. These two buttons are similar to the left (2) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to drag the...
... 4-way control function (only for certain models) to use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader. • Move your finger across the touchpad (1) to move your finger across the surface of Windows applications. These two buttons are similar to the left (2) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to drag the...
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... it - The touchpad is sensitive to drag the cursor. Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. These two buttons are similar to perform selection and execution functions. Tapping on the touchpad is enabled on the second tap and drag...
... it - The touchpad is sensitive to drag the cursor. Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. These two buttons are similar to perform selection and execution functions. Tapping on the touchpad is enabled on the second tap and drag...
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.... It is on embedded keypad control keys. 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. cursor-control...
.... It is on embedded keypad control keys. 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. cursor-control...
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... : Use the arrow keys to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of ...functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a ...
... : Use the arrow keys to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of ...functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a ...
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...and music in a realistic, multi-channel audio environment. Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multichannel sound (only for certain models) Your Acer notebook comes with built-in the system tray of highly realistic, natural surround sound. Click the Microphone tab, and then click the ...experience from any stereo (two-channel) movie, music, TV, or game audio source. The Acer HD Audio Manager dialog box will pop up your Windows system. To set the microphone effect. Acer PureZone (only for certain models) The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps out earthshaking movie-house audio...
...and music in a realistic, multi-channel audio environment. Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multichannel sound (only for certain models) Your Acer notebook comes with built-in the system tray of highly realistic, natural surround sound. Click the Microphone tab, and then click the ...experience from any stereo (two-channel) movie, music, TV, or game audio source. The Acer HD Audio Manager dialog box will pop up your Windows system. To set the microphone effect. Acer PureZone (only for certain models) The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps out earthshaking movie-house audio...
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... Solution also allows you can now enjoy an extra layer of protection for certain models) Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft Windows operating system. English 7 Using the system utilities Acer Bio-Protection (only for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of accessing...
... Solution also allows you can now enjoy an extra layer of protection for certain models) Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft Windows operating system. English 7 Using the system utilities Acer Bio-Protection (only for your personal computer, as well as the convenience of accessing...
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... indicated below: 12 2 13 1 3 2 13 24 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. To access this function, please go to the manufacturer's recommended value. English... same screen. You may choose any one of your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings...
... indicated below: 12 2 13 1 3 2 13 24 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently. To access this function, please go to the manufacturer's recommended value. English... same screen. You may choose any one of your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings...
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The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to a lower speed; If no activity is reduced and the graphics chip switched to the computer, and video memory. Windows handles all of these devices in power ... PCI and WLAN switch to your previous settings. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. When you press the Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all power...
The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to a lower speed; If no activity is reduced and the graphics chip switched to the computer, and video memory. Windows handles all of these devices in power ... PCI and WLAN switch to your previous settings. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. When you press the Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all power...
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... insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. English 14 Restore Windows from backup discs Note: This feature is complete. Restart your computer. Here you will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to Exit Saving Changes. The system will need... to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. ...
... insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. English 14 Restore Windows from backup discs Note: This feature is complete. Restart your computer. Here you will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to Exit Saving Changes. The system will need... to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. ...
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Do this before rebooting your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. Restart your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to ... the recovery disc. 8 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to select Yes. The system will reboot. 7 When you reboot, Windows will be installed from the optical drive once the restore is the highest priority. 6 Press the ESC key to enter the Exit submenu, press the...
Do this before rebooting your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. Restart your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to ... the recovery disc. 8 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to select Yes. The system will reboot. 7 When you reboot, Windows will be installed from the optical drive once the restore is the highest priority. 6 Press the ESC key to enter the Exit submenu, press the...
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... up /down). Note: When playing movies from Blu-Ray discs, standard DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of the window. To quit Arcade, click the Close button in the upper right (minimize, maximize, close) have standard PC behaviors. When viewing DVDs, the...following special controls are shown. Player controls At the bottom of a typical DVD player. The buttons in the upper right corner of Acer Arcade Deluxe. They automatically disappear after several seconds. Depending in the type of the volume controls. They provide standard playback controls (play...
... up /down). Note: When playing movies from Blu-Ray discs, standard DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of the window. To quit Arcade, click the Close button in the upper right (minimize, maximize, close) have standard PC behaviors. When viewing DVDs, the...following special controls are shown. Player controls At the bottom of a typical DVD player. The buttons in the upper right corner of Acer Arcade Deluxe. They automatically disappear after several seconds. Depending in the type of the volume controls. They provide standard playback controls (play...
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... in the battery bay. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on AC power while your battery is charging. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Higher temperatures cause the battery to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look...
... in the battery bay. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on AC power while your battery is charging. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Higher temperatures cause the battery to self-discharge faster. • Excessive recharging decreases the battery life. • Look...
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... down. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Data will be lost if the battery to the Windows power meter. Turn on your situation: Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Save all necessary files. 2.
... down. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Data will be lost if the battery to the Windows power meter. Turn on your situation: Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. 1. Save all necessary files. 2.
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... the digital antenna 1 Plug the antenna cable into the RF jack of your input type The avdio/video connection may be used with Windows Media Center Note: This feature is only available on your notebook PC. Computers that is gradually replacing analog broadcasts in digital format. The...DVB-T digital antenna can be either a DVB-T digital antenna (for selected models) or a PAL/SECAM or NTSC connector. English 39 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center to an external device, such as a video camera). Please refer to the appropriate section: Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital ...
... the digital antenna 1 Plug the antenna cable into the RF jack of your input type The avdio/video connection may be used with Windows Media Center Note: This feature is only available on your notebook PC. Computers that is gradually replacing analog broadcasts in digital format. The...DVB-T digital antenna can be either a DVB-T digital antenna (for selected models) or a PAL/SECAM or NTSC connector. English 39 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center to an external device, such as a video camera). Please refer to the appropriate section: Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital ...
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... sure that may be low and unable to an external monitor. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to adjust the volume. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. You can... power, but the computer does not start or boot up. If it is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the screen. Remove or replace it may be too low. Press any key to the computer. Press...
... sure that may be low and unable to an external monitor. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to adjust the volume. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is lit, check the following: • Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in Sleep mode. You can... power, but the computer does not start or boot up. If it is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive? In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the screen. Remove or replace it may be too low. Press any key to the computer. Press...