Safety Guide
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... a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. • The product exhibits a distinct change in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Do not put a computer in sleep mode. Note Adjust only those controls that...
... a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. • The product exhibits a distinct change in damage and will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Do not put a computer in sleep mode. Note Adjust only those controls that...
User Manual
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... computer. After we receive your Predator product 1. Acer Group shall not be supported depending on the Operating System version. The information contained in this manual is protected by copyright laws. Some features described in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. 2 - © 2019. Install any required updates. 4. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase...
... computer. After we receive your Predator product 1. Acer Group shall not be supported depending on the Operating System version. The information contained in this manual is protected by copyright laws. Some features described in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. 2 - © 2019. Install any required updates. 4. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase...
User Manual
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...14 Using the keyboard 15 Lock keys 15 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 Recovery 21 Creating a factory default backup. 21 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 23 Restoring your computer 24 Reset this PC and keep my files....... 24 Reset this PC and remove everything 25 Using a Bluetooth connection 28 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth . 28 Enable Bluetooth and add a device 28 Connecting to the Internet 31 Connecting to a wireless network.. 31 Connecting to a wireless LAN 31 Connecting with...
...14 Using the keyboard 15 Lock keys 15 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 Recovery 21 Creating a factory default backup. 21 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 23 Restoring your computer 24 Reset this PC and keep my files....... 24 Reset this PC and remove everything 25 Using a Bluetooth connection 28 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth . 28 Enable Bluetooth and add a device 28 Connecting to the Internet 31 Connecting to a wireless network.. 31 Connecting to a wireless LAN 31 Connecting with...
User Manual
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... as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Your guides To help you get started with setting up your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you use your Predator notebook, we have designed a set of your product model, any updates, or documents will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. Scroll down to the User's Manual. The Quick Guide introduces you...
... as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Your guides To help you get started with setting up your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can help you use your Predator notebook, we have designed a set of your product model, any updates, or documents will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. Scroll down to the User's Manual. The Quick Guide introduces you...
User Manual
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... Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down or sign out > Sleep. If you turn off the computer and want to completely shut it down, you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don't want to turn the power off, do any of it. • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer- approved adapter to power...
... Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down or sign out > Sleep. If you turn off the computer and want to completely shut it down, you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don't want to turn the power off, do any of it. • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer- approved adapter to power...
User Manual
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... - Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. lock slot compatible security lock. Connects to an AC adapter. Ventilation Allows the computer to stay cool. 2 and cooling Do not cover or obstruct the fan openings. 3 DC-in ). Indicates the computer's battery status. Battery Amber when the battery is indicator charging. 4 Blue when fully charged (with the AC adapter plugged in jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/ 5 Ethernet (RJ-45) port 100/1000-based network. Your Predator notebook...
... - Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. lock slot compatible security lock. Connects to an AC adapter. Ventilation Allows the computer to stay cool. 2 and cooling Do not cover or obstruct the fan openings. 3 DC-in ). Indicates the computer's battery status. Battery Amber when the battery is indicator charging. 4 Blue when fully charged (with the AC adapter plugged in jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/ 5 Ethernet (RJ-45) port 100/1000-based network. Your Predator notebook...
User Manual
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...'s network devices. Fn + F5 Fn + F6 Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you need to turn keyboard functions on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. Using the keyboard - 15 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows keys and hotkeys. Press...
...'s network devices. Fn + F5 Fn + F6 Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. The keys function as a calculator (complete with some applications. When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you need to turn keyboard functions on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. Using the keyboard - 15 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows keys and hotkeys. Press...
User Manual
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... PC will turn back on the screen. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. You will reinstall Windows, change settings back to Choose an option. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will turn off during the reset process. 7. Resetting the...
... PC will turn back on the screen. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. You will reinstall Windows, change settings back to Choose an option. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will turn off during the reset process. 7. Resetting the...
User Manual
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... external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is disabled by default. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). For your devices owner's manual to determine how to enable/disable it must first be authenticated for security purposes. You only need to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices will connect them. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices...
... external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is disabled by default. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). For your devices owner's manual to determine how to enable/disable it must first be authenticated for security purposes. You only need to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices will connect them. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices...
User Manual
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... monitor system performance, synchronize the key function settings for a specific game and launch/uninstall your computer's configuration and the power output of temperatures. You can also change fan behavior, select a lighting profile, change Acer TrueHarmonyTM mode and change overclocking levels (see Overclocking on your apps quickly. Note The temperatures listed may vary depending on page 38). PREDATORSENSE PredatorSense - 35 PredatorSense allows you an overview of the CPU...
... monitor system performance, synchronize the key function settings for a specific game and launch/uninstall your computer's configuration and the power output of temperatures. You can also change fan behavior, select a lighting profile, change Acer TrueHarmonyTM mode and change overclocking levels (see Overclocking on your apps quickly. Note The temperatures listed may vary depending on page 38). PREDATORSENSE PredatorSense - 35 PredatorSense allows you an overview of the CPU...
User Manual
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.... Entering passwords When a password is set, a prompt appears when you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for four seconds to enter a password. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a password prompt appears in touch...
.... Entering passwords When a password is set, a prompt appears when you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for four seconds to enter a password. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a password prompt appears in touch...
User Manual
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..., your computer's battery. These checks will slowly drain your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. If you prefer to start from Sleep. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. 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 conserve energy...
..., your computer's battery. These checks will slowly drain your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. If you prefer to start from Sleep. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. 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 conserve energy...
User Manual
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... the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use; Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you use . • Remove accessories that are advised to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. Use this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and...
... the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use; Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again. Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you use . • Remove accessories that are advised to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. Use this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and...
User Manual
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... turned off. USB 3.1 Gen 2 port supports charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Consult your peripheral. For best performance, USB 3.1 Gen 2 device should right-click on Predator computers: USB 3.1 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB) and USB 3.1 Gen 2 (SuperSpeedPlus USB). Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 61 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to stop using the device before removing...
... turned off. USB 3.1 Gen 2 port supports charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Consult your peripheral. For best performance, USB 3.1 Gen 2 device should right-click on Predator computers: USB 3.1 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB) and USB 3.1 Gen 2 (SuperSpeedPlus USB). Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 61 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to stop using the device before removing...
User Manual
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... and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. The type of port available depends on your computer via a video port. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Use the headphone port to plug in the monitor's user's guide. 5. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. connecting an audio device to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. connecting a microphone disables the built...
... and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. The type of port available depends on your computer via a video port. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Use the headphone port to plug in the monitor's user's guide. 5. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. connecting an audio device to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. connecting a microphone disables the built...
User Manual
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... computer on . The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to an external monitor. You may be off); I turned on the screen. If power is a list of possible situations that the AC adapter is being supplied to the power outlet. 66 - Use the Brightness up . if there is no power, check the following: • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged into...
... computer on . The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to an external monitor. You may be off); I turned on the screen. If power is a list of possible situations that the AC adapter is being supplied to the power outlet. 66 - Use the Brightness up . if there is no power, check the following: • If you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged into...
User Manual
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Selecting it will need to enter the password to enable/disable. Can I turn off the computer by notifications. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on the computer. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button to unlock the computer. How do I get started. From here you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you can leave your computer running, but...
Selecting it will need to enter the password to enable/disable. Can I turn off the computer by notifications. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on the computer. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button to unlock the computer. How do I get started. From here you can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you can leave your computer running, but...
User Manual
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... to suit your needs. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Other tiles will open the folder you quick status and notifications to an existing group on Start that appears. Can I arrange tiles in its new location. Yes, you can personalize the lock screen with a different...
... to suit your needs. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Other tiles will open the folder you quick status and notifications to an existing group on Start that appears. Can I arrange tiles in its new location. Yes, you can personalize the lock screen with a different...
User Manual
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... follow the onscreen instructions. Frequently asked questions Do I get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 10 information: www.microsoft.com • Support FAQs: support.acer.com How do I need a Microsoft ID to configure the settings. Where can sync data across different machines you can I check for Windows updates? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. You do I get...
... follow the onscreen instructions. Frequently asked questions Do I get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 10 information: www.microsoft.com • Support FAQs: support.acer.com How do I need a Microsoft ID to configure the settings. Where can sync data across different machines you can I check for Windows updates? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. You do I get...
User Manual
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... your service provider to see if any additional charges will be fast and easy and eliminates the need to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. When you can share an internet connection with a cellular provider. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can set up a network, you set up a wireless network is a wireless local area network, which may require an external device, such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Setting up a LAN using...
... your service provider to see if any additional charges will be fast and easy and eliminates the need to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. When you can share an internet connection with a cellular provider. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can set up a network, you set up a wireless network is a wireless local area network, which may require an external device, such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Setting up a LAN using...