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... another device 61 Screen view 21 Keyboard view 23 Power management 63 Left view 25 Saving power 63 Information on USB 3.0 26 Right view 27 Battery pack 66 Base view 29 Battery pack characteristics 66 Charging the battery 66 Using the keyboard 30 Optimizing battery life 68 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad...... 30 Checking the battery level 69 Hotkeys 31 Battery-low warning 69 Windows keys 33 Installing and removing the battery Touchpad 34...
... another device 61 Screen view 21 Keyboard view 23 Power management 63 Left view 25 Saving power 63 Information on USB 3.0 26 Right view 27 Battery pack 66 Base view 29 Battery pack characteristics 66 Charging the battery 66 Using the keyboard 30 Optimizing battery life 68 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad...... 30 Checking the battery level 69 Hotkeys 31 Battery-low warning 69 Windows keys 33 Installing and removing the battery Touchpad 34...
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... Where are my apps 97 What is there a new interface 95 Securing your computer 77 How do I unlock my computer 95 Using a computer security lock 77 How do I check for Windows updates 100 Where can I get more information?........ 100 HDMI 87 Troubleshooting 101 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Troubleshooting tips 101 88 Error messages 101 BIOS utility 89 Regulations and safety notices 103 Boot sequence 89 4 -
... Where are my apps 97 What is there a new interface 95 Securing your computer 77 How do I unlock my computer 95 Using a computer security lock 77 How do I check for Windows updates 100 Where can I get more information?........ 100 HDMI 87 Troubleshooting 101 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Troubleshooting tips 101 88 Error messages 101 BIOS utility 89 Regulations and safety notices 103 Boot sequence 89 4 -
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... or in performance, indicating a need for safe battery usage This computer uses a Lithium-ion battery. The product was spilled into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately. 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...
... or in performance, indicating a need for safe battery usage This computer uses a Lithium-ion battery. The product was spilled into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately. 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...
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... and functions of your computer. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. 16 - double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. The Quick Guide introduces you get started with setting up your new computer. This guide contains...
... and functions of your computer. Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. 16 - double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. The Quick Guide introduces you get started with setting up your new computer. This guide contains...
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Your Acer notebook tour Aspire V5-431P/471P 20 - YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook.
Your Acer notebook tour Aspire V5-431P/471P 20 - YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook.
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# Icon Item 4 Card reader Description Accepts one Secure Digital (SD or SDHC) card. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Indicates battery status. Battery indicator Charging: The light is amber when the battery is blue. 22 - Your Acer notebook tour Note: To remove the card, simply pull it from the slot. Fully charged: The light is charging.
# Icon Item 4 Card reader Description Accepts one Secure Digital (SD or SDHC) card. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Indicates battery status. Battery indicator Charging: The light is amber when the battery is blue. 22 - Your Acer notebook tour Note: To remove the card, simply pull it from the slot. Fully charged: The light is charging.
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... - It is on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock + Scroll Lock + Description When Caps Lock is indicated by small characters located on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. Using the keyboard
... - It is on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock + Scroll Lock + Description When Caps Lock is indicated by small characters located on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. Using the keyboard
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... on and off . Hotkey Icon + + + + + + + < > + < > + < > Function Description Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Using the keyboard NumLk Brightness up Increases the sound volume. + < > + Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Press any key to save power. Keyboard backlight Turns the keyboard backlight on and off . Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to return. Turns the display screen Display off backlight off (optional*). Play or pause...
... on and off . Hotkey Icon + + + + + + + < > + < > + < > Function Description Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Using the keyboard NumLk Brightness up Increases the sound volume. + < > + Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Press any key to save power. Keyboard backlight Turns the keyboard backlight on and off . Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to return. Turns the display screen Display off backlight off (optional*). Play or pause...
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... up disk space or restore files from your old computer to your new one or any other computer with Acer Backup Manager. • Clear out / Restore Files: Remove seldom used files to free up . Select where you select, the quicker the process will increase your computer*, or save them to removable media (i.e. Your options include removable media, a drive on your D: drive; Acer Backup Manager - 37 Select the backup type you'd like to make and...
... up disk space or restore files from your old computer to your new one or any other computer with Acer Backup Manager. • Clear out / Restore Files: Remove seldom used files to free up . Select where you select, the quicker the process will increase your computer*, or save them to removable media (i.e. Your options include removable media, a drive on your D: drive; Acer Backup Manager - 37 Select the backup type you'd like to make and...
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... hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be Recovery - 45 Remove the disc from the drive and mark it completes: • If you will be shown the backup progress on the screen. 4. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on page 46. Make sure you...
... hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be Recovery - 45 Remove the disc from the drive and mark it completes: • If you will be shown the backup progress on the screen. 4. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on page 46. Make sure you...
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... reinstall using either your hard drive or the backup you may need to its factory condition" on page 49. 3. For instructions, see "Returning to reinstall device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If you need to an earlier system snapshot" on page 50. 4. Reset your system to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning your computer from the factory. Reset your system to its factory condition...
... reinstall using either your hard drive or the backup you may need to its factory condition" on page 49. 3. For instructions, see "Returning to reinstall device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If you need to an earlier system snapshot" on page 50. 4. Reset your system to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning your computer from the factory. Reset your system to its factory condition...
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... Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Recovery - 51 See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery 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. Recovering from the Windows Store). Customized Restore will attempt to retain your hard drive, back them up now. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my...
... Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Recovery - 51 See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery 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. Recovering from the Windows Store). Customized Restore will attempt to retain your hard drive, back them up now. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my...
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...), a window opens with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Restore Factory Settings. 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 Legacy before restarting your hard drive. 2. If you reinstall Windows 7, you choose Windows 8, Reset your computer is configured with two operating systems (only available on your computer. 52 - Recovery Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will restart and restore Windows 7. Restore Factory Settings with the option to restore either Windows 7 or...
...), a window opens with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Restore Factory Settings. 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 Legacy before restarting your hard drive. 2. If you reinstall Windows 7, you choose Windows 8, Reset your computer is configured with two operating systems (only available on your computer. 52 - Recovery Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will restart and restore Windows 7. Restore Factory Settings with the option to restore either Windows 7 or...
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... computer. 4. If it is selected, press to change this setting to select USB Device, then press Enter. Press when starting your keyboard type. b. Use the left or right arrow keys to open the boot menu. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you to select which device to your computer. 3. e. a. Use your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. Select your computer.
... computer. 4. If it is selected, press to change this setting to select USB Device, then press Enter. Press when starting your keyboard type. b. Use the left or right arrow keys to open the boot menu. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you to select which device to your computer. 3. e. a. Use your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. Select your computer.
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... get the most out of about 300 charges. A standard computer battery has a life span of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use the battery, the faster it is 10°...
... get the most out of about 300 charges. A standard computer battery has a life span of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use the battery, the faster it is 10°...
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... into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS utility. Learn how to protect and take care of a locked drawer. Some keyless models are also available. Combine the use . Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for maximum security. Once set, you need to take care of this password to gain access to secure the lock. Using a computer security lock The computer comes with...
... into the notch and turn the key to the BIOS utility. Learn how to protect and take care of a locked drawer. Some keyless models are also available. Combine the use . Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for maximum security. Once set, you need to take care of this password to gain access to secure the lock. Using a computer security lock The computer comes with...
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... set and the password on bootup and resume from Hibernation (if available) for four seconds to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Entering passwords When a password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press to enter a password. If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Try again and press . Then turn...
... set and the password on bootup and resume from Hibernation (if available) for four seconds to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Entering passwords When a password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press to enter a password. If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Try again and press . Then turn...
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Frequently asked questions I turned on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to the power outlet. • If it is lit, check the following: • Do you are provided for each one. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on. Press any key to turn the display back on the battery, it may arise during the use of possible...
Frequently asked questions I turned on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to the power outlet. • If it is lit, check the following: • Do you are provided for each one. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on. Press any key to turn the display back on the battery, it may arise during the use of possible...
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... can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to an external monitor. Frequently asked questions - 91 Press and release the power button to a USB port on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to the line...
... can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to an external monitor. Frequently asked questions - 91 Press and release the power button to a USB port on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off. Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to the line...
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Windows 57 Windows Acer Recovery Management Start Recovery Acer Recovery Management Restore Factory Settings Customized Restore Restore Factory Settings Windows Acer Recovery Management 54 Customized Restore 53
Windows 57 Windows Acer Recovery Management Start Recovery Acer Recovery Management Restore Factory Settings Customized Restore Restore Factory Settings Windows Acer Recovery Management 54 Customized Restore 53