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....acer.com/byoc-start Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to get an Acer ID: • Create your own connected world. • Get the latest offers and product information. • Register your computer. Acer Group shall not be liable for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefits Open the Acer Portal app to change without notice. Predator 21 X Covers: GX21-71...
....acer.com/byoc-start Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to get an Acer ID: • Create your own connected world. • Get the latest offers and product information. • Register your computer. Acer Group shall not be liable for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefits Open the Acer Portal app to change without notice. Predator 21 X Covers: GX21-71...
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... disabling Bluetooth . 36 Enable Bluetooth and add a device 36 Connecting to the Internet 39 Connecting to a wireless network. 39 Connecting to a wireless LAN 39 Connecting with a cable 42 Built-in network feature 42 Connecting to a cellular network... 43 PredatorSense 44 The PredatorSense main screen ... 44 Overclocking 45 PredatorSense settings 45 Adjusting the keyboard backlight . 46 Dynamic lighting 47 Lighting zones 47 Adjusting the hotkeys 48 Assign an action to take with your AC adapters ......... 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Your Predator notebook...
... disabling Bluetooth . 36 Enable Bluetooth and add a device 36 Connecting to the Internet 39 Connecting to a wireless network. 39 Connecting to a wireless LAN 39 Connecting with a cable 42 Built-in network feature 42 Connecting to a cellular network... 43 PredatorSense 44 The PredatorSense main screen ... 44 Overclocking 45 PredatorSense settings 45 Adjusting the keyboard backlight . 46 Dynamic lighting 47 Lighting zones 47 Adjusting the hotkeys 48 Assign an action to take with your AC adapters ......... 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Your Predator notebook...
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... (USB) 69 Thunderbolt 3 port 70 Displays 70 SD card reader 71 Video and audio connectors 72 HDMI 73 Customizing your computer's inside panel 74 Eligibility and limitations 74 Installing the new panel 75 Frequently asked questions 77 Requesting service 79 Tips and hints for using Windows 10 81 How do I get to Start 81 How do I turn off my computer? ...... 81 How do I unlock my computer? ........ 82 How do I set...
... (USB) 69 Thunderbolt 3 port 70 Displays 70 SD card reader 71 Video and audio connectors 72 HDMI 73 Customizing your computer's inside panel 74 Eligibility and limitations 74 Installing the new panel 75 Frequently asked questions 77 Requesting service 79 Tips and hints for using Windows 10 81 How do I get to Start 81 How do I turn off my computer? ...... 81 How do I unlock my computer? ........ 82 How do I set...
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... you get started with setting up your mobile gaming computing needs. This guide contains detailed information on the link under Support. 1. Click on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. 6 - First things first FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to the clipboard. 3. There are two ways to download the User's Manual. 2. Scroll down to the internet. 1. From this Predator notebook your choice...
... you get started with setting up your mobile gaming computing needs. This guide contains detailed information on the link under Support. 1. Click on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. 6 - First things first FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to the clipboard. 3. There are two ways to download the User's Manual. 2. Scroll down to the internet. 1. From this Predator notebook your choice...
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...If you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don't want to turn the power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for using your computer Turning your ...turn off the computer and want to completely shut it . • Do not expose the computer to Sleep by doing any of 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 , you take care of the following : • Use the Windows...
...If you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don't want to turn the power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for using your computer Turning your ...turn off the computer and want to completely shut it . • Do not expose the computer to Sleep by doing any of 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 , you take care of the following : • Use the Windows...
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... hotkeys or key combinations to access most of numeric data entry. A reversible module allows you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to add a keypad for quick number entry or game control (see "Reversible Slide Module" on and off. Use this mode when you can adjust backlight settings in numeric mode. The keys function as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators...
... hotkeys or key combinations to access most of numeric data entry. A reversible module allows you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you need to add a keypad for quick number entry or game control (see "Reversible Slide Module" on and off. Use this mode when you can adjust backlight settings in numeric mode. The keys function as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators...
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... + Icon Function Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Display off Speaker toggle Keyboard backlight toggle Brightness up Brightness down Volume up Volume down Description Turns on and off to return. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the keyboard backlight on / off . Using the keyboard To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Decreases the screen brightness. Increases the sound volume. 18 - Press any key to save power. Puts...
... + Icon Function Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Display off Speaker toggle Keyboard backlight toggle Brightness up Brightness down Volume up Volume down Description Turns on and off to return. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the keyboard backlight on / off . Using the keyboard To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Decreases the screen brightness. Increases the sound volume. 18 - Press any key to save power. Puts...
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Using a Bluetooth connection - 37 Bluetooth on your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following: 1. Your computer will automatically start searching for devices, as well as make itself visible to pair from the list of discovered devices, and select Pair. Select the device you wish to other devices. 3. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to enable/disable it. 2. To enable your computer is disabled by default.
Using a Bluetooth connection - 37 Bluetooth on your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following: 1. Your computer will automatically start searching for devices, as well as make itself visible to pair from the list of discovered devices, and select Pair. Select the device you wish to other devices. 3. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to enable/disable it. 2. To enable your computer is disabled by default.
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... in the lower right-hand corner of the wireless network's name and password (if necessary). Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that turns the network connection on or off or control what is shared over the network. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of your network and enter the password if required. Select your choice. To connect to the Internet networks during setup.
... in the lower right-hand corner of the wireless network's name and password (if necessary). Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that turns the network connection on or off or control what is shared over the network. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of your network and enter the password if required. Select your choice. To connect to the Internet networks during setup.
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... speeds and frequencies listed may vary depending on or off and monitor system performance. PredatorSense PREDATORSENSE PredatorSense helps you to control overclocking features, the colors of keys and LEDs, turn sticky keys on your computer's configuration and the power output of your games by allowing you to quickly switch between lighting schemes and hotkey functions. 44 - The PredatorSense main screen The main screen gives you a one...
... speeds and frequencies listed may vary depending on or off and monitor system performance. PredatorSense PREDATORSENSE PredatorSense helps you to control overclocking features, the colors of keys and LEDs, turn sticky keys on your computer's configuration and the power output of your games by allowing you to quickly switch between lighting schemes and hotkey functions. 44 - The PredatorSense main screen The main screen gives you a one...
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... use the computer. Securing your computer - 55 password checkpoints on boot-up . • Type the User Password and press Enter to enter a password. If you forget your password, please get in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a prompt appears when you fail to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password...
... use the computer. Securing your computer - 55 password checkpoints on boot-up . • Type the User Password and press Enter to enter a password. If you forget your password, please get in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a prompt appears when you fail to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password...
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... they can continue to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. You are not being used for mobile use ; a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Higher temperatures cause the battery to 30° C (86° F). In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. The...
... they can continue to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. You are not being used for mobile use ; a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Higher temperatures cause the battery to 30° C (86° F). In addition, the useful lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. The...
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... into USB 3.0 ports. 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. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. For best performance, USB 3.0 devices should right-click on Acer computers have a black tongue in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to a single USB port. Consult...
... into USB 3.0 ports. 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. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. For best performance, USB 3.0 devices should right-click on Acer computers have a black tongue in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to a single USB port. Consult...
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... display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on power to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Use the headphone port to connect audio devices. Secure the cable connection with a video port (the type of the monitor. Headphones and microphone These ports allow you to connect an external microphone for mono recording; Use the microphone port to use single-pin headsets with a built-in speakers. Check that the computer is powered off . 2. If necessary change the display settings used with the monitor. Video...
... display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on power to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Use the headphone port to connect audio devices. Secure the cable connection with a video port (the type of the monitor. Headphones and microphone These ports allow you to connect an external microphone for mono recording; Use the microphone port to use single-pin headsets with a built-in speakers. Check that the computer is powered off . 2. If necessary change the display settings used with the monitor. Video...
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... cause: • The brightness level might be set to the power outlet. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on the battery, it may be low and unable to the computer (if your computer? Press any key to save power. Use the Brightness up . Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to adjust the brightness level. if there...
... cause: • The brightness level might be set to the power outlet. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on the battery, it may be low and unable to the computer (if your computer? Press any key to save power. Use the Brightness up . Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to adjust the brightness level. if there...
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... remove the folder from the lock screen slideshow. 5. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Press the space bar and select a user account icon to suit your personal needs. Can I move tiles? How do I set , you can: • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn...
... remove the folder from the lock screen slideshow. 5. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Press the space bar and select a user account icon to suit your personal needs. Can I move tiles? How do I set , you can: • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn...
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... Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to your favorite websites. I check for Windows updates? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. You will need a Microsoft ID to use to communicate with friends and sign in to Windows. Move your PC to configure the settings. When you sign in with a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions. Select Advanced options to the people, files, and devices...
... Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to your favorite websites. I check for Windows updates? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. You will need a Microsoft ID to use to communicate with friends and sign in to Windows. Move your PC to configure the settings. When you sign in with a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions. Select Advanced options to the people, files, and devices...
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... pull cables through walls and ceilings. Note If your home. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share files, peripheral devices (such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Before using the cellular features, check with your home network to share access to files and devices connected to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. You can set up a LAN using wires. Network connections A LAN...
... pull cables through walls and ceilings. Note If your home. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share files, peripheral devices (such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Before using the cellular features, check with your home network to share access to files and devices connected to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. You can set up a LAN using wires. Network connections A LAN...
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... illustration below); Desktop computer 3. Portable computer 6. Internet and online security Components of cable may also be used to connect the host computer to the access point. Read carefully the documentation supplied with the subscription to activate or deactivate the adapter. A button or controls in your Wireless network at home you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you to their services. Diagram of a working network 1.
... illustration below); Desktop computer 3. Portable computer 6. Internet and online security Components of cable may also be used to connect the host computer to the access point. Read carefully the documentation supplied with the subscription to activate or deactivate the adapter. A button or controls in your Wireless network at home you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you to their services. Diagram of a working network 1.
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... passwords have accumulated. Make sure you use online. • Change passwords on your Acer system. This can take is to change your account. It includes a free trial subscription to use the same password for every service you Activate it! we have eight characters or more and use a combination of letters, numbers and symbols (e.g Avoid using a comprehensive security suite an attractive alternative to installing, configuring and updating several different types...
... passwords have accumulated. Make sure you use online. • Change passwords on your Acer system. This can take is to change your account. It includes a free trial subscription to use the same password for every service you Activate it! we have eight characters or more and use a combination of letters, numbers and symbols (e.g Avoid using a comprehensive security suite an attractive alternative to installing, configuring and updating several different types...