Safety Guide
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... power cord or plug is turned on. Basic care and tips for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. • The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for using your computer - 11 Before putting your computer in a carrying case, make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Note Adjust only those controls...
... power cord or plug is turned on. Basic care and tips for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. • The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for using your computer - 11 Before putting your computer in a carrying case, make sure that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Note Adjust only those controls...
User Manual
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... record. (Reset your password if you do not apply to your product registered automatically while you are for reference only and may not be liable for an Acer ID. 4. Go to the Internet. 2. Images provided herein are connected to www.acer.com/register-product. 3. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of your new device runs on the Operating System version. NITRO 7 Covers: AN715-52 This...
... record. (Reset your password if you do not apply to your product registered automatically while you are for reference only and may not be liable for an Acer ID. 4. Go to the Internet. 2. Images provided herein are connected to www.acer.com/register-product. 3. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of your new device runs on the Operating System version. NITRO 7 Covers: AN715-52 This...
User Manual
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... Using the keyboard 18 Lock keys 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 20 Using the Precision Touchpad 21 Touchpad gestures 21 Changing touchpad settings 23 Recovery 25 Creating a file history backup 25 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 28 Creating a factory default backup ....... 28 Restoring your computer 33 Reset this PC and keep my files 33 Reset this PC and remove everything ... 35 Using a Bluetooth connection 39 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth........ 39 Enable Bluetooth and add a device ....... 39 Connecting to the Internet 41 Connecting to a wireless network...
... Using the keyboard 18 Lock keys 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 20 Using the Precision Touchpad 21 Touchpad gestures 21 Changing touchpad settings 23 Recovery 25 Creating a file history backup 25 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 28 Creating a factory default backup ....... 28 Restoring your computer 33 Reset this PC and keep my files 33 Reset this PC and remove everything ... 35 Using a Bluetooth connection 39 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth........ 39 Enable Bluetooth and add a device ....... 39 Connecting to the Internet 41 Connecting to a wireless network...
User Manual
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... started with setting up your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your computer. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you use your Acer notebook, we have found your product model, any updates, or documents will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting...
... started with setting up your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your computer. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you use your Acer notebook, we have found your product model, any updates, or documents will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting...
User Manual
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... the following : • Press the power button. • Press the sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to completely shut it to shut down or sign out > Sleep. Taking care of your device. • Do not expose the computer...
... the following : • Press the power button. • Press the sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to completely shut it to shut down or sign out > Sleep. Taking care of your device. • Do not expose the computer...
User Manual
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... openings. slot compatible security lock. 2 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer to a Kensington- port Pull the lip down to open the port fully. 4 USB port Connects to USB devices. 5 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/ 3 Ethernet (RJ-45) 1000-based network. Battery Charging: The light shows amber 5 indicator when the battery is charging. Left view 1 2 3 45 # Icon Item Description 1 Kensington lock Connects to stay cool. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Connects to audio devices...
... openings. slot compatible security lock. 2 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer to a Kensington- port Pull the lip down to open the port fully. 4 USB port Connects to USB devices. 5 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/ 3 Ethernet (RJ-45) 1000-based network. Battery Charging: The light shows amber 5 indicator when the battery is charging. Left view 1 2 3 45 # Icon Item Description 1 Kensington lock Connects to stay cool. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Connects to audio devices...
User Manual
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... return. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Turns the speakers on and off . Decreases the intensity of the keyboard backlight. Brightness Decreases the screen down Decreases the sound volume. Sends a Break Command. Return to save power. Volume down brightness. Play or pause a selected media file. Increases the intensity of the keyboard backlight. Turns the built-in touchpad on and off . Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Using the keyboard - 19 Hotkey Fn...
... return. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Turns the speakers on and off . Decreases the intensity of the keyboard backlight. Brightness Decreases the screen down Decreases the sound volume. Sends a Break Command. Return to save power. Volume down brightness. Play or pause a selected media file. Increases the intensity of the keyboard backlight. Turns the built-in touchpad on and off . Brightness up Increases the sound volume. Using the keyboard - 19 Hotkey Fn...
User Manual
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...'s Bluetooth adapter. To use Bluetooth, you to add. 3. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter 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 enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. After that you want to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. 2. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other device then select the device that , simply turning on...
...'s Bluetooth adapter. To use Bluetooth, you to add. 3. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter 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 enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. After that you want to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. 2. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other device then select the device that , simply turning on...
User Manual
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...'s wireless connection is turned on or off , as they may be prohibited. Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from home, you'll need to sign up internet service. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is safe to do so by default and Windows will have to go to your home or office to set up for you to connect your network and enter the password...
...'s wireless connection is turned on or off , as they may be prohibited. Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from home, you'll need to sign up internet service. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is safe to do so by default and Windows will have to go to your home or office to set up for you to connect your network and enter the password...
User Manual
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... NitroSense - 45 Call up the NitroSense UI with a single touch of the CPU and GPU. Better audio delivers a competitive edge as well as a more . The NitroSense main screen The main screen gives you a one-glance overview of your computer's configuration and the power output of the dedicated NitroSense key to instantly provide a user interface for each function to increase performance.
... NitroSense - 45 Call up the NitroSense UI with a single touch of the CPU and GPU. Better audio delivers a competitive edge as well as a more . The NitroSense main screen The main screen gives you a one-glance overview of your computer's configuration and the power output of the dedicated NitroSense key to instantly provide a user interface for each function to increase performance.
User Manual
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... the User Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. Try again and press Enter. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you fail to access the BIOS utility...
... the User Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. Try again and press Enter. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you fail to access the BIOS utility...
User Manual
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... monitors system activity. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start. If no activity is off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup is detected for signals to the computer, and video memory. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order...
... monitors system activity. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start. If no activity is off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup is detected for signals to the computer, and video memory. Power management POWER MANAGEMENT This computer has a built-in order...
User Manual
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... computer on constant AC power. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. Failure to draw power. • Store your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). You are not being used for mobile use. • Remove accessories that are advised to...
... computer on constant AC power. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. Failure to draw power. • Store your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). You are not being used for mobile use. • Remove accessories that are advised to...
User Manual
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... removing it supports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other devices through a USB port. For best performance, USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices should right-click on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to your device's documentation to see which allows you to a single USB port. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (Highspeed USB...
... removing it supports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other devices through a USB port. For best performance, USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices should right-click on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to your device's documentation to see which allows you to a single USB port. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (Highspeed USB...
User Manual
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... the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. connecting an audio device to plug in microphone. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Turn on your computer's configuration. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on the desktop and select Display settings. Check that allows you to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in speakers. Connecting a monitor...
... the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. connecting an audio device to plug in microphone. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Turn on your computer's configuration. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on the desktop and select Display settings. Check that allows you to use single-pin headsets with smartphones. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in speakers. Connecting a monitor...
User Manual
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... the power button to an external monitor. Easy solutions are using on again. • Make sure that may be in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is a list of your computer has a power indicator, it will be set to resume. Press any key to the computer (if your computer. Nothing appears on . Unplug it may need to wait a few minutes before trying to turn the display...
... the power button to an external monitor. Easy solutions are using on again. • Make sure that may be in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is a list of your computer has a power indicator, it will be set to resume. Press any key to the computer (if your computer. Nothing appears on . Unplug it may need to wait a few minutes before trying to turn the display...
User Manual
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...'ve created a few pointers to help you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you will need to enter the password to unlock the computer. You can turn off notifications? Press the space bar and select a user account icon to continue. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button to enable/disable. How do I turn off notifications so that will open Start...
...'ve created a few pointers to help you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you will need to enter the password to unlock the computer. You can turn off notifications? Press the space bar and select a user account icon to continue. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button to enable/disable. How do I turn off notifications so that will open Start...
User Manual
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... the Lock screen? To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of images, or to show you can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on Start. Frequently asked questions - 81 Can I arrange tiles in its new location. Yes, you quick...
... the Lock screen? To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of images, or to show you can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on Start. Frequently asked questions - 81 Can I arrange tiles in its new location. Yes, you quick...
User Manual
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... instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. Select Advanced options to see the list of the screen and click search box. Alternatively, open . Do I check for Windows updates? A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you would like Notepad and Paint! How do I install apps? 84 - You will need one ? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Where are they?
... instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. Select Advanced options to see the list of the screen and click search box. Alternatively, open . Do I check for Windows updates? A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you would like Notepad and Paint! How do I install apps? 84 - You will need one ? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Where are they?
User Manual
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... share access to files and devices connected to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. When you set up a wireless network is a wireless local area network, which may require an external device, such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you and other computers in your home. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of a wireless network? Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is easy and allows you require a compatible SIM card...
... share access to files and devices connected to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. When you set up a wireless network is a wireless local area network, which may require an external device, such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you and other computers in your home. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of a wireless network? Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is easy and allows you require a compatible SIM card...