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... using your Recovering from Windows 47 computer 16 Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 51 Turning your computer on and off 16 Taking care of your computer 17 Power management 55 Taking care of your AC adapter 18 Disable Fast startup 55 Cleaning and servicing 18 Battery pack 58 Your Acer notebook tour 19 Battery pack characteristics 58 Screen view 20 Keyboard view 21 Left view 22 Right view 23 Charging the battery...
... using your Recovering from Windows 47 computer 16 Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 51 Turning your computer on and off 16 Taking care of your computer 17 Power management 55 Taking care of your AC adapter 18 Disable Fast startup 55 Cleaning and servicing 18 Battery pack 58 Your Acer notebook tour 19 Battery pack characteristics 58 Screen view 20 Keyboard view 21 Left view 22 Right view 23 Charging the battery...
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... asked questions 87 Using a computer security lock 68 Requesting service 89 Using passwords 68 Tips and hints for Windows HDMI 84 updates 97 Where can I get to Start 91 How do I jump between apps 92 How do I turn off my computer 92 Wireless networks 74 Connecting to the Internet 74 Acer Instant Connect 74 Wireless networks 74 Using a Bluetooth connection 76 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth 76 Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8 ......... 77 Adding a Bluetooth device 78 Acer Converter Port 83 Why is...
... asked questions 87 Using a computer security lock 68 Requesting service 89 Using passwords 68 Tips and hints for Windows HDMI 84 updates 97 Where can I get to Start 91 How do I jump between apps 92 How do I turn off my computer 92 Wireless networks 74 Connecting to the Internet 74 Acer Instant Connect 74 Wireless networks 74 Using a Bluetooth connection 76 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth 76 Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8 ......... 77 Adding a Bluetooth device 78 Acer Converter Port 83 Why is...
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... pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Refer all servicing to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in performance, indicating a need for safe battery usage This computer uses a Lithium...
... pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Refer all servicing to dangerous voltage points or other controls may result in performance, indicating a need for safe battery usage This computer uses a Lithium...
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... computer on and off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer can help you use your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer. It is available from Desktop; First things first double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. The Quick Guide introduces you to the...
... computer on and off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer can help you use your notebook. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer. It is available from Desktop; First things first double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. The Quick Guide introduces you to the...
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Your Acer notebook tour Keyboard view 1 2 3 # Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 1 Indicates battery status. Fully charged: The light is charging. Battery indicator Charging: The light is amber when the battery is blue. 22 -
Your Acer notebook tour Keyboard view 1 2 3 # Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 1 Indicates battery status. Fully charged: The light is charging. Battery indicator Charging: The light is amber when the battery is blue. 22 -
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... the sound volume. 30 - Using the keyboard Decreases the screen brightness. Increases the screen brightness. Turns the built-in touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off . Hotkey Icon + + + Function Display toggle Display off to return. Turns Scroll Lock on or off . Turns the display screen backlight off Touchpad toggle Description Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the embedded numeric keypad on or off . Press any key to save power.
... the sound volume. 30 - Using the keyboard Decreases the screen brightness. Increases the screen brightness. Turns the built-in touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off . Hotkey Icon + + + Function Display toggle Display off to return. Turns Scroll Lock on or off . Turns the display screen backlight off Touchpad toggle Description Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the embedded numeric keypad on or off . Press any key to save power.
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... to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning to an earlier system snapshot" on your system to reinstall the applications and device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If you need to a previous state when everything was working correctly. You can reinstall using either your system to follow the instructions provided with the device. 42 - Recovery Reinstalling drivers and applications As a troubleshooting...
... to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning to an earlier system snapshot" on your system to reinstall the applications and device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If you need to a previous state when everything was working correctly. You can reinstall using either your system to follow the instructions provided with the device. 42 - Recovery Reinstalling drivers and applications As a troubleshooting...
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...47 Recovering from the Windows Store). Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management" on page 48. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my PC) or Customized Restore (Refresh my PC). Customized Restore will reinstall all software and drivers that were pre-installed on your PC will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery...
...47 Recovering from the Windows Store). Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management" on page 48. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my PC) or Customized Restore (Refresh my PC). Customized Restore will reinstall all software and drivers that were pre-installed on your PC will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery...
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... each file is much longer, up to factory settings. 4. After the recovery has finished, you to your computer by copying files to choose the keyboard layout. 2. Recovery - 49 a. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by repeating the first-start using your hard drive. 6. Click Reset. 5. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Several options are completely removed. 4. Click either Refresh your PC or...
... each file is much longer, up to factory settings. 4. After the recovery has finished, you to your computer by copying files to choose the keyboard layout. 2. Recovery - 49 a. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by repeating the first-start using your hard drive. 6. Click Reset. 5. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Several options are completely removed. 4. Click either Refresh your PC or...
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... normal startup process. 6. a. b. Find your keyboard type. Press when starting your computer. During startup, press to select USB Device, then press Enter. If your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. b. d. Use your arrow keys to open the boot menu. The boot menu allows you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Windows starts from a recovery backup on your computer. 4. Recovery - 51 c. Select OK or Yes to Enabled. e. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu...
... normal startup process. 6. a. b. Find your keyboard type. Press when starting your computer. During startup, press to select USB Device, then press Enter. If your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. b. d. Use your arrow keys to open the boot menu. The boot menu allows you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Windows starts from a recovery backup on your computer. 4. Recovery - 51 c. Select OK or Yes to Enabled. e. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu...
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... cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to the power meter. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to see the battery's present charge level. Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Checking the battery level The power meter indicates the current battery level. Warning! a USB disk drive), as possible...
... cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to the power meter. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to see the battery's present charge level. Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Checking the battery level The power meter indicates the current battery level. Warning! a USB disk drive), as possible...
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... key to protect and take care of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. a security notch and passwords. Security features include hardware and software locks - Setting these passwords creates several different levels of a locked drawer. Securing your computer Combine the use . Some keyless models are also available. SECURING YOUR COMPUTER Your computer is a valuable investment that you must enter this password with a Kensington-compatible security slot...
... key to protect and take care of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. a security notch and passwords. Security features include hardware and software locks - Setting these passwords creates several different levels of a locked drawer. Securing your computer Combine the use . Some keyless models are also available. SECURING YOUR COMPUTER Your computer is a valuable investment that you must enter this password with a Kensington-compatible security slot...
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... enter a password. If you fail to use of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a password prompt appears in touch with password checkpoints on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you forget your password, please get in the center of this password with your computer against unauthorized use. Securing your Supervisor Password! If you the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility...
... enter a password. If you fail to use of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a password prompt appears in touch with password checkpoints on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you forget your password, please get in the center of this password with your computer against unauthorized use. Securing your Supervisor Password! If you the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility...
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Click the toggle next to Bluetooth to enable/disable it. 3. Open the Charms and select Settings > Change PC Settings > Wireless, or press the Windows key + and then type 'Wireless'; in the results, click on your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following: 1. To enable your computer is disabled by default. Using a Bluetooth connection - 77 Then, from Windows 8 Bluetooth on Wireless. 2. Enabling Bluetooth from the Desktop notification area, click the Bluetooth icon, and select Open Settings.
Click the toggle next to Bluetooth to enable/disable it. 3. Open the Charms and select Settings > Change PC Settings > Wireless, or press the Windows key + and then type 'Wireless'; in the results, click on your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following: 1. To enable your computer is disabled by default. Using a Bluetooth connection - 77 Then, from Windows 8 Bluetooth on Wireless. 2. Enabling Bluetooth from the Desktop notification area, click the Bluetooth icon, and select Open Settings.
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... computer? Easy solutions are using on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator: • If it may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is properly plugged into your computer. Press any key to save...
... computer? Easy solutions are using on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator: • If it may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is properly plugged into your computer. Press any key to save...
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... use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out port on the taskbar. No audio is heard from the computer Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. • The brightness level might be set to an external monitor. In Windows...
... use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out port on the taskbar. No audio is heard from the computer Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be too low. • The brightness level might be set to an external monitor. In Windows...
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... Windows key + and click Settings > Change PC settings > Personalize. Click Start screen at the bottom of the page and select a color and image. Can I unlock my computer? Right-click on a tile, then select Smaller or Larger from the menu that you quick status and notifications to accommodate the tile in its new location. How do I make tiles bigger or smaller? If your personal needs...
... Windows key + and click Settings > Change PC settings > Personalize. Click Start screen at the bottom of the page and select a color and image. Can I unlock my computer? Right-click on a tile, then select Smaller or Larger from the menu that you quick status and notifications to accommodate the tile in its new location. How do I make tiles bigger or smaller? If your personal needs...
Quick Guide
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... first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your mobile computing needs. In addition it : 1 Type 'User' from Start. 2 Click on how your new computer. The User's Manual contains useful information applying to your computer can help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer. It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting.
... first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for your mobile computing needs. In addition it : 1 Type 'User' from Start. 2 Click on how your new computer. The User's Manual contains useful information applying to your computer can help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of your computer. It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting.
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... for cooling. See "Using the keyboard" on the touchpad surface to perform a right click. Battery indicator Charging: The light is amber when the battery is blue. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. 3 Touchpad Press down firmly on the lower right corner to perform a left click. Touch-sensitive pointing device. Fully charged: The light is charging. English 5 Keyboard view 1 2 3 # Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 1 Indicates battery status.
... for cooling. See "Using the keyboard" on the touchpad surface to perform a right click. Battery indicator Charging: The light is amber when the battery is blue. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. 3 Touchpad Press down firmly on the lower right corner to perform a left click. Touch-sensitive pointing device. Fully charged: The light is charging. English 5 Keyboard view 1 2 3 # Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 1 Indicates battery status.
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... computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Decreases the sound volume. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Hotkey Icon Function Description + Airplane mode Turns on / off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) + Sleep Puts the computer in touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. + Keyboard backlight + + NumLk Number Lock Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns the keyboard backlight on or off to save power. Play...
... computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Decreases the sound volume. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Hotkey Icon Function Description + Airplane mode Turns on / off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) + Sleep Puts the computer in touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. + Keyboard backlight + + NumLk Number Lock Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns the keyboard backlight on or off to save power. Play...