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...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 Acer clear.fi 56 Taking care of your computer 18 Navigating media ... keyboard 30 Battery-low warning 66 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad...... 30 Hotkeys 31 Installing and removing the battery pack 67 Windows keys 33 Traveling with your computer 69 Touchpad 34 Disconnecting from the desktop 69 Touchpad basics 34 Moving around 69 Preparing the computer...
...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 Acer clear.fi 56 Taking care of your computer 18 Navigating media ... keyboard 30 Battery-low warning 66 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad...... 30 Hotkeys 31 Installing and removing the battery pack 67 Windows keys 33 Traveling with your computer 69 Touchpad 34 Disconnecting from the desktop 69 Touchpad basics 34 Moving around 69 Preparing the computer...
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...interface 97 Wireless networks 78 Connecting to the Internet 78 Wireless networks 78 How do I unlock my computer 98 How do I check for using Windows 8 96 Securing your computer 75 Three concepts you might want to Using a computer security lock 75 keep in mind 96 Using passwords 75 How...What to bring with you 73 Troubleshooting tips 94 Special considerations 74 Error messages 94 Tips and hints for Windows updates 102 Playing DVD movies 88 Where can I 'm used to use Windows in network feature 77 How do I jump between apps 97 How do I turn off my computer 97...
...interface 97 Wireless networks 78 Connecting to the Internet 78 Wireless networks 78 How do I unlock my computer 98 How do I check for using Windows 8 96 Securing your computer 75 Three concepts you might want to Using a computer security lock 75 keep in mind 96 Using passwords 75 How...What to bring with you 73 Troubleshooting tips 94 Special considerations 74 Error messages 94 Tips and hints for Windows updates 102 Playing DVD movies 88 Where can I 'm used to use Windows in network feature 77 How do I jump between apps 97 How do I turn off my computer 97...
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... productive: - - 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 : placing your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of time. Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy...
... productive: - - 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 : placing your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of time. Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy...
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... data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Open the Charms bar, click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. First things first - 17 For more productive, please refer... to the User's Manual. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any of your mobile computing needs. It is available from Desktop; ...
... data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Open the Charms bar, click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. First things first - 17 For more productive, please refer... to the User's Manual. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any of your mobile computing needs. It is available from Desktop; ...
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... down when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a numeric keypad, separate cursor, Windows, function and special keys. It is on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. Use this section may not apply to do a lot of...
... down when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a numeric keypad, separate cursor, Windows, function and special keys. It is on the upper right corner of numeric data entry. Use this section may not apply to do a lot of...
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Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it returns to the Start screen. Using the keyboard - 33 Windows key It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Return to the next media file. Hotkey Icon + + + Function Stop Previous Next Description Stop playing the selected media file. Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. Jump to the previous media file. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it returns to the Start screen. Using the keyboard - 33 Windows key It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Return to the next media file. Hotkey Icon + + + Function Stop Previous Next Description Stop playing the selected media file. Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. Jump to the previous media file. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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...first create a recovery backup. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer - Note: Acer Recovery Management is only available with a preinstalled Windows operating system. Recovery Important: We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications ... 'recover' your computer. In certain situations a full recovery will restore your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. Acer provides Acer Recovery Management, which allows you to create a recovery backup, a drivers and applications backup, and to an...
...first create a recovery backup. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer - Note: Acer Recovery Management is only available with a preinstalled Windows operating system. Recovery Important: We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications ... 'recover' your computer. In certain situations a full recovery will restore your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. Acer provides Acer Recovery Management, which allows you to create a recovery backup, a drivers and applications backup, and to an...
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Recovery - 37 The Recovery Drive window opens. Click Create Factory Default Backup. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. 1.
Recovery - 37 The Recovery Drive window opens. Click Create Factory Default Backup. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. 1.
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... the USB drive, you cannot restore your computer. 7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. Recovery - 39 Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you...
... the USB drive, you cannot restore your computer. 7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. Recovery - 39 Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that contains the factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you...
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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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...into the 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 using a USB drive, ...press the Windows key + , then double-click on the drive that contains the backup. Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall. Recovery - 45 • You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. • Click the install icon for the...
...into the 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 using a USB drive, ...press the Windows key + , then double-click on the drive that contains the backup. Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall. Recovery - 45 • You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. • Click the install icon for the...
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... Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help and Support in the list of the Acer Resource Center. 3. 2. Returning to reinstall. You should see the Contents section of 46 - Recovery Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you can return to one of...
... Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help and Support in the list of the Acer Resource Center. 3. 2. Returning to reinstall. You should see the Contents section of 46 - Recovery Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you can return to one of...
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... > Action Center, then click Recovery at a time when your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you specified. A confirmation window appears; This process may take several minutes, and may need to reinstall everything to return your computer. Click Open System Restore, then Next...click Next, then Finish. 5. Your system is restored using the restore point you have not deleted the recovery partition, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 52. From Start, type 'Control Panel' and then click Control Panel in the Search Help box, then press Enter. click...
... > Action Center, then click Recovery at a time when your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you specified. A confirmation window appears; This process may take several minutes, and may need to reinstall everything to return your computer. Click Open System Restore, then Next...click Next, then Finish. 5. Your system is restored using the restore point you have not deleted the recovery partition, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 52. From Start, type 'Control Panel' and then click Control Panel in the Search Help box, then press Enter. click...
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... 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. 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 49. Recovery Recovering from the Windows Store). Customized Restore will attempt to retain your PC will ...
... 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. 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 49. Recovery Recovering from the Windows Store). Customized Restore will attempt to retain your PC will ...
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The Reset your files: Recovery - 49 Click Restore Factory Settings. Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Next, then choose how to erase your PC window opens. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will erase all files on your hard drive. 2. Images for reference only. 3.
The Reset your files: Recovery - 49 Click Restore Factory Settings. Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Next, then choose how to erase your PC window opens. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will erase all files on your hard drive. 2. Images for reference only. 3.
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This process takes about 30 minutes. Click Next, then Refresh. 4. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your PC window opens. 3. Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. The Refresh your hard drive. Recovery - 51
This process takes about 30 minutes. Click Next, then Refresh. 4. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your PC window opens. 3. Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. The Refresh your hard drive. Recovery - 51
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... recovery from , select the USB drive. Use the left or right arrow keys to use: 52 - Select OK or Yes to open the boot menu. Windows starts from the recovery backup instead of recovery to select the Exit menu. Your computer will restart. 4. Plug in the USB drive and turn on...
... recovery from , select the USB drive. Use the left or right arrow keys to use: 52 - Select OK or Yes to open the boot menu. Windows starts from the recovery backup instead of recovery to select the Exit menu. Your computer will restart. 4. Plug in the USB drive and turn on...
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a. See "Reset your PC will be removed (except software installed from the Windows Store). Software installed since you purchased your PC from the recovery backup" on page 55. If you can access important files on your PC from ... backup" on your files (user data) but will attempt to start the reset process: Reset your PC deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre-installed on page 54. Click Reset your PC to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will...
a. See "Reset your PC will be removed (except software installed from the Windows Store). Software installed since you purchased your PC from the recovery backup" on page 55. If you can access important files on your PC from ... backup" on your files (user data) but will attempt to start the reset process: Reset your PC deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre-installed on page 54. Click Reset your PC to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will...
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... the hard drive: a. Choose to keep these changes, select No. Recovery The Reset your computer to erase your hard drive. 1. To completely restore your PC window opens. 2. b. b. Choose how to Factory Settings, select Yes. 5. Images for reference only. 3. If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on...
... the hard drive: a. Choose to keep these changes, select No. Recovery The Reset your computer to erase your hard drive. 1. To completely restore your PC window opens. 2. b. b. Choose how to Factory Settings, select Yes. 5. Images for reference only. 3. If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on...
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... your PC from the recovery backup 1. Click Next. 3. Recovery - 55 Click Refresh. 5. drive takes much longer, up to 5 hours, but is available). 4. Refresh your PC window opens. 2. This process takes about 30 minutes. The recovery process begins by restarting your hard drive. Select the operating system to your computer, then continues...
... your PC from the recovery backup 1. Click Next. 3. Recovery - 55 Click Refresh. 5. drive takes much longer, up to 5 hours, but is available). 4. Refresh your PC window opens. 2. This process takes about 30 minutes. The recovery process begins by restarting your hard drive. Select the operating system to your computer, then continues...