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... 1. 2 - © 2018. Predator Helios 300 Covers: G3-571 / G3-572 / G3-573 / PH315-51 / PH317-52 This revision: July 2018 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to the Internet. 2. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. After we receive your product registration, you already have an Acer ID, it will be supported depending on the Operating System version.
... 1. 2 - © 2018. Predator Helios 300 Covers: G3-571 / G3-572 / G3-573 / PH315-51 / PH317-52 This revision: July 2018 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to the Internet. 2. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. After we receive your product registration, you already have an Acer ID, it will be supported depending on the Operating System version.
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... for using your computer 7 Turning your computer off 7 Taking care of your computer 7 Taking care of your AC adapter 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Your Predator notebook tour 9 Screen view 9 Keyboard view 10 Left view 11 USB Type-C information 11 USB 3.0 information 11 Right view 12 Rear view 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 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...
... for using your computer 7 Turning your computer off 7 Taking care of your computer 7 Taking care of your AC adapter 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Your Predator notebook tour 9 Screen view 9 Keyboard view 10 Left view 11 USB Type-C information 11 USB 3.0 information 11 Right view 12 Rear view 12 Base view 13 Using the keyboard 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...
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... your product model, any updates, or documents will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. Your guides To help you to be listed. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. The link will be more productive, please refer to thank you for your mobile computing needs. 6 - Scroll down to the internet, you use your Predator notebook, we have connected to Drivers and Manuals and search...
... your product model, any updates, or documents will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. Your guides To help you to be listed. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. The link will be more productive, please refer to thank you for your mobile computing needs. 6 - Scroll down to the internet, you use your Predator notebook, we have connected to Drivers and Manuals and search...
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... Acer-approved adapter to power your computer Your computer will serve you well if you can put it near sources of the following : • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down the computer for up . If you need to turn...
... Acer-approved adapter to power your computer Your computer will serve you well if you can put it near sources of the following : • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down the computer for up . If you need to turn...
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... cover or obstruct the openings. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 12 - Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 4 DC-in jack Connects to USB devices. Your Predator notebook tour Right view 1 2 34 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB ports Connect to an AC adapter. Rear view 1 # Icon Item Ventilation 1 and cooling fan Description Allows the computer to stay cool. Indicates...
... cover or obstruct the openings. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 12 - Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 4 DC-in jack Connects to USB devices. Your Predator notebook tour Right view 1 2 34 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB ports Connect to an AC adapter. Rear view 1 # Icon Item Ventilation 1 and cooling fan Description Allows the computer to stay cool. Indicates...
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... Function Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Keyboard backlight toggle Description Turns on or off . Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Using the keyboard - 15 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Turns...
... Function Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Display off Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Keyboard backlight toggle Description Turns on or off . Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Press any key to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. Using the keyboard - 15 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Turns...
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... 1. Recovery - 25 4. The screen will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 8. From Start, select Acer then Acer Recovery Management. 2. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to continue. 5. Resetting the PC will have been reset back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your personal files. Click Reset to Choose an option. Follow the process until it is installing Windows...
... 1. Recovery - 25 4. The screen will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 8. From Start, select Acer then Acer Recovery Management. 2. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to continue. 5. Resetting the PC will have been reset back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your personal files. Click Reset to Choose an option. Follow the process until it is installing Windows...
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... an 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. For your computer is available). You only need to enable/disable it must be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter. To enable your devices owner's manual to determine how to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and...
... an 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. For your computer is available). You only need to enable/disable it must be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter. To enable your devices owner's manual to determine how to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, and...
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... general information on types of connections, and getting connected to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be illegal. You may be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Once connected to the operation of available networks during take...
... general information on types of connections, and getting connected to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be illegal. You may be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Once connected to the operation of available networks during take...
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... power button for maximum security. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to use the computer. Try again and press Enter. Important Do not forget your password, please get in the center of the display screen...
... power button for maximum security. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to use the computer. Try again and press Enter. Important Do not forget your password, please get in the center of the display screen...
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... devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. Your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction to start . These checks will take longer to start from Sleep. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup is detected for signals to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. System activity refers to any activity...
... devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. Your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction to start . These checks will take longer to start from Sleep. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup is detected for signals to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. System activity refers to any activity...
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.... The battery conditioning process ensures your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. Failure to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. Battery pack 6. Warning Do not expose battery packs to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are not being used for mobile use ; 46 - a USB disk drive), as...
.... The battery conditioning process ensures your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. Failure to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. Battery pack 6. Warning Do not expose battery packs to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are not being used for mobile use ; 46 - a USB disk drive), as...
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... removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports on Predator computers have a black tongue in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to a single USB port. Failure to do this may result in data loss or damage to your device's documentation to see which allows you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks...
... removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports on Predator computers have a black tongue in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to a single USB port. Failure to do this may result in data loss or damage to your device's documentation to see which allows you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks...
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... any setup instructions in microphone. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Check that allows you to your computer's configuration. Use the headphone port to connect an external microphone; Use the microphone port to plug in speakers. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect audio devices...
... any setup instructions in microphone. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Check that allows you to your computer's configuration. Use the headphone port to connect an external microphone; Use the microphone port to plug in speakers. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect audio devices...
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... screen to the computer. Use the Brightness up . Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to save power. Unplug it will be set to recharge the battery pack. Frequently asked questions - 61 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The following is a list of possible situations that the AC adapter is properly plugged into your computer on the screen. Connect the AC adapter to an external monitor...
... screen to the computer. Use the Brightness up . Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to save power. Unplug it will be set to recharge the battery pack. Frequently asked questions - 61 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The following is a list of possible situations that the AC adapter is properly plugged into your computer on the screen. Connect the AC adapter to an external monitor...
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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 can also turn off the computer by notifications. Selecting it will open Start where you can turn off notifications so that will need to enter the password to continue. From here you get to show a list of the screen. How do I turn off...
...'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 can also turn off the computer by notifications. Selecting it will open Start where you can turn off notifications so that will need to enter the password to continue. From here you get to show a list of the screen. How do I turn off...
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... settings to remove the folder from the lock screen slideshow. 5. Other tiles will open the folder you quick status and notifications to an existing group on an app and select Pin to Start to accommodate the tile in groups? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Yes, you can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn...
... settings to remove the folder from the lock screen slideshow. 5. Other tiles will open the folder you quick status and notifications to an existing group on an app and select Pin to Start to accommodate the tile in groups? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Yes, you can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn...
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..., and devices you already use to your PC with a Microsoft account, you'll connect your favorite websites. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. You do I need to have a Microsoft account and want to get one , press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to communicate with a Microsoft account instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. If...
..., and devices you already use to your PC with a Microsoft account, you'll connect your favorite websites. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. You do I need to have a Microsoft account and want to get one , press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in to communicate with a Microsoft account instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. If...
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Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad CMOS checksum error Disk boot failure Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Insert a system (bootable) disk, then press Enter to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Solutions to reboot. Troubleshooting tips This computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you receive an error message, note the message and take the...
Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad CMOS checksum error Disk boot failure Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Insert a system (bootable) disk, then press Enter to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Solutions to reboot. Troubleshooting tips This computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you receive an error message, note the message and take the...
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... Bluetooth). The socket for a SIM card may be incurred, especially roaming charges. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with a cellular provider. Internet and online security - 75 internet while away from home. When you set up a wireless network is easy and allows you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with other users of a wireless network? You can share files, peripheral devices (such as a USB...
... Bluetooth). The socket for a SIM card may be incurred, especially roaming charges. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with a cellular provider. Internet and online security - 75 internet while away from home. When you set up a wireless network is easy and allows you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with other users of a wireless network? You can share files, peripheral devices (such as a USB...