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... HDMI Logo are connected to register. 1. Go to register it .) If the record is not found, please follow the steps below to the Internet. 2. 2 - © 2021. Aspire Desktop Computer Covers: Tower models This revision: November 2021 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . Images provided herein are for an Acer ID. 4. Register your Acer product If your new device runs...
... HDMI Logo are connected to register. 1. Go to register it .) If the record is not found, please follow the steps below to the Internet. 2. 2 - © 2021. Aspire Desktop Computer Covers: Tower models This revision: November 2021 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . Images provided herein are for an Acer ID. 4. Register your Acer product If your new device runs...
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... LAN 16 Connecting with a cable 17 Built-in network feature 17 Securing your computer 19 Using passwords 19 Entering passwords 19 BIOS utility 21 Boot sequence 21 Setting passwords 21 Power management 22 Saving power 22 Ports and connectors 24 USB 3.2 Gen 1 information 25 USB 3.2 Gen 2 information 25 Rear panel audio ports 25 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 26 USB Type-C port 27 HDMI 28 SD card reader 29 Video and audio connectors 30 Connecting a monitor 30 Headphones and microphone 30 Frequently asked questions 32 Requesting service 34 Troubleshooting...
... LAN 16 Connecting with a cable 17 Built-in network feature 17 Securing your computer 19 Using passwords 19 Entering passwords 19 BIOS utility 21 Boot sequence 21 Setting passwords 21 Power management 22 Saving power 22 Ports and connectors 24 USB 3.2 Gen 1 information 25 USB 3.2 Gen 2 information 25 Rear panel audio ports 25 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 26 USB Type-C port 27 HDMI 28 SD card reader 29 Video and audio connectors 30 Connecting a monitor 30 Headphones and microphone 30 Frequently asked questions 32 Requesting service 34 Troubleshooting...
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... to the internet, you have designed a set of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to Drivers and Manuals and search for meeting your computer's serial number and SNID and allow you get started with setting up your computer can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. This guide contains detailed...
... to the internet, you have designed a set of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to Drivers and Manuals and search for meeting your computer's serial number and SNID and allow you get started with setting up your computer can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. This guide contains detailed...
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... search on your computer. The Windows OS Desktop THE WINDOWS OS DESKTOP 1 2345 6 78 # Item 1 Settings 2 Start 3 Search 4 Task View 5 Widgets Description Changes the apps settings for your computer and the Internet. Provides the weather, news, stocks, and sports information. 6 Power Shut down, sleep or restart your computer. Launches apps, through Pinned, Recommended, or All apps. 8 - Displays the situation of network 7 Quick settings connection, battery level and sound setting.
... search on your computer. The Windows OS Desktop THE WINDOWS OS DESKTOP 1 2345 6 78 # Item 1 Settings 2 Start 3 Search 4 Task View 5 Widgets Description Changes the apps settings for your computer and the Internet. Provides the weather, news, stocks, and sports information. 6 Power Shut down, sleep or restart your computer. Launches apps, through Pinned, Recommended, or All apps. 8 - Displays the situation of network 7 Quick settings connection, battery level and sound setting.
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.... Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers Back up system files to the recovery drive is recommended to use these backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you to save your wireless and LAN drivers. Make sure Back up your drivers and select OK. 3. Recovery - 11 Creating a factory default backup Recovery Drive allows you install another operating system. 1. You can use a USB drive with a capacity of 16 GB or larger. Plug in a safe place...
.... Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers Back up system files to the recovery drive is recommended to use these backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you to save your wireless and LAN drivers. Make sure Back up your drivers and select OK. 3. Recovery - 11 Creating a factory default backup Recovery Drive allows you install another operating system. 1. You can use a USB drive with a capacity of 16 GB or larger. Plug in a safe place...
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.... The screen will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. From Start, select Care Center in all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. You will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its default status. Select the Restore tab and click Get started to open the Recovery window. 3. Resetting the PC will be removed. 8. Click Reset PC...
.... The screen will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. From Start, select Care Center in all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. You will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its default status. Select the Restore tab and click Get started to open the Recovery window. 3. Resetting the PC will be removed. 8. Click Reset PC...
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..., Windows will use factory default settings. Cloud download or Local reinstall to reinstall Windows. (Ensure you are connected to continue. 8. Choose from the two options - Click Confirm then Next to the internet when using Cloud download.) 6. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to open the Recovery window. 3. Recovery - 13 Reset this PC and remove everything to its factory default. 5. From Start, select Care Center in all apps list then Recovery Management. 2. Click Change settings to open the Choose settings options...
..., Windows will use factory default settings. Cloud download or Local reinstall to reinstall Windows. (Ensure you are connected to continue. 8. Choose from the two options - Click Confirm then Next to the internet when using Cloud download.) 6. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to open the Recovery window. 3. Recovery - 13 Reset this PC and remove everything to its factory default. 5. From Start, select Care Center in all apps list then Recovery Management. 2. Click Change settings to open the Choose settings options...
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..., wireless headsets, and keyboards. Note Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how to add. 3. After that you want to turn on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). This means it . 2. For your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must first be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is a technology enabling you...
..., wireless headsets, and keyboards. Note Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how to add. 3. After that you want to turn on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). This means it . 2. For your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must first be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is a technology enabling you...
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... Network, Sound and Battery icon in a headset), the passcode is a code displaying on the screen, enter that code on Bluetooth > Go to Settings to open the Quick settings pane. Note Some devices using older versions of the screen to enter the Bluetooth settings. After pairing, if there is hardcoded into the device (usually "0000" or "1234"). You can enable or disable Bluetooth or right-click on the device to enter a PIN. Using a Bluetooth connection...
... Network, Sound and Battery icon in a headset), the passcode is a code displaying on the screen, enter that code on Bluetooth > Go to Settings to open the Quick settings pane. Note Some devices using older versions of the screen to enter the Bluetooth settings. After pairing, if there is hardcoded into the device (usually "0000" or "1234"). You can enable or disable Bluetooth or right-click on the device to enter a PIN. Using a Bluetooth connection...
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... or cable company -- You can use the network management options to Network connections on /off or control what is turned on connecting to set up for details on by default and Windows will have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of available networks during setup. Ensure you to connect to sign up internet service. Note Please refer to the internet using wires. 16 - You can also share files, other devices, and...
... or cable company -- You can use the network management options to Network connections on /off or control what is turned on connecting to set up for details on by default and Windows will have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of available networks during setup. Ensure you to connect to sign up internet service. Note Please refer to the internet using wires. 16 - You can also share files, other devices, and...
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... a list of a network cable into the network port on your computer, and the other end into a port on . 3. Connecting with a cable Built-in the notification area. If required, enter the network's password. Select the one end of available wireless networks. Once you 'll be ready to use. 5. Select Manage WiFi connections. 4. Click Network icon in network feature If your computer has a network port, plug one you wish to get online. Connecting to the Internet...
... a list of a network cable into the network port on your computer, and the other end into a port on . 3. Connecting with a cable Built-in the notification area. If required, enter the network's password. Select the one end of available wireless networks. Once you 'll be ready to use. 5. Select Manage WiFi connections. 4. Click Network icon in network feature If your computer has a network port, plug one you wish to get online. Connecting to the Internet...
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...; Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from Hibernation (if available) for maximum security. Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password! If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Combine the use . See Setting passwords on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up and resume from unauthorized access. Once set and the password on page 21. • User Password...
...; Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from Hibernation (if available) for maximum security. Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password! If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Combine the use . See Setting passwords on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up and resume from unauthorized access. Once set and the password on page 21. • User Password...
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... categories listed on the top of the screen. To activate the BIOS utility, press F2 while the computer logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Once you have entered a password for this feature, you do not normally need to properly save and exit the BIOS utility when you may then enable/disable Password on Boot. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you are done making changes. Remember...
... categories listed on the top of the screen. To activate the BIOS utility, press F2 while the computer logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Once you have entered a password for this feature, you do not normally need to properly save and exit the BIOS utility when you may then enable/disable Password on Boot. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you are done making changes. Remember...
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... reduce your computer will also not start over a network (Wake on fast startup. 5. Select Change settings that monitors system activity. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order to start if it receives an instruction to conserve energy. Select Choose what the power buttons do. 3. Scroll down and disable Turn on LAN). 1. Your computer will take longer to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is off...
... reduce your computer will also not start over a network (Wake on fast startup. 5. Select Change settings that monitors system activity. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order to start if it receives an instruction to conserve energy. Select Choose what the power buttons do. 3. Scroll down and disable Turn on LAN). 1. Your computer will take longer to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is off...
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Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to your computer's configuration. The type of port available depends on your computer allow you to connect audio devices. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Check that allows you to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Headphones and microphone One or more 3.5 mm jacks on...
Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to your computer's configuration. The type of port available depends on your computer allow you to connect audio devices. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Check that allows you to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Headphones and microphone One or more 3.5 mm jacks on...
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32 - Check if power is being supplied to the computer, check the following: • Is a disc in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is properly plugged into your computer? Connect the AC adapter to save power. You may be in the optical drive? Press any key to turn the display back on the battery, it and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart the system. • Do...
32 - Check if power is being supplied to the computer, check the following: • Is a disc in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is properly plugged into your computer? Connect the AC adapter to save power. You may be in the optical drive? Press any key to turn the display back on the battery, it and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart the system. • Do...
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... increase the volume. • The volume level may be muted. Note If your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be the only option for future recovery operations. If it works, contact your system is installed when you first turn off. Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port and the corresponding port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn on the computer.
... increase the volume. • The volume level may be muted. Note If your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be the only option for future recovery operations. If it works, contact your system is installed when you first turn off. Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port and the corresponding port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn on the computer.
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... Some computers include a telephone dial-up connection, you cannot use of connection is recommended only if you have several ways to connect to the internet. You should first select an Internet Service Provider (ISP), which supplies the connection between your communication needs, you have limited use the modem and the telephone simultaneously on your computer model, your location and your computer and the...
... Some computers include a telephone dial-up connection, you cannot use of connection is recommended only if you have several ways to connect to the internet. You should first select an Internet Service Provider (ISP), which supplies the connection between your communication needs, you have limited use the modem and the telephone simultaneously on your computer model, your location and your computer and the...
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... files and devices connected to the network, for detailed setup instructions. this type of a wireless network? You may also be fast and easy and eliminates the need to have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with other users of a wireless LAN To set up your home. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of cable may also turn your wireless Wireless adapter Most computers...
... files and devices connected to the network, for detailed setup instructions. this type of a wireless network? You may also be fast and easy and eliminates the need to have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with other users of a wireless LAN To set up your home. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of cable may also turn your wireless Wireless adapter Most computers...
Safety Guide
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... connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from electrostatic damage to the AC power outlet. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the power cord. Use a soft, moist cloth. Battery and adapter information Accessing the power Be sure that the power outlet you are not sure of the type of power, disconnect power...
... connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from electrostatic damage to the AC power outlet. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the power cord. Use a soft, moist cloth. Battery and adapter information Accessing the power Be sure that the power outlet you are not sure of the type of power, disconnect power...