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... LAN 34 Using a Bluetooth connection 35 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 35 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 35 BIOS utility 38 Boot sequence 38 Setting passwords 38 Securing your computer 39 Using passwords 39 Entering passwords 39 Power management 41 Saving power 41 Battery pack 43 Battery characteristics 43 Charging the battery 43 Optimizing battery life 44 Checking the battery level 45 Battery-low warning 45 Memory card reader 47 Connectivity options 47 Video and audio connectors 49 HDMI Micro 50 Universal Serial Bus (USB...
... LAN 34 Using a Bluetooth connection 35 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 35 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 35 BIOS utility 38 Boot sequence 38 Setting passwords 38 Securing your computer 39 Using passwords 39 Entering passwords 39 Power management 41 Saving power 41 Battery pack 43 Battery characteristics 43 Charging the battery 43 Optimizing battery life 44 Checking the battery level 45 Battery-low warning 45 Memory card reader 47 Connectivity options 47 Video and audio connectors 49 HDMI Micro 50 Universal Serial Bus (USB...
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... notices for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer. Your guides To help you to be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Basic care and tips for your new computer. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens.
... notices for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer. Your guides To help you to be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Basic care and tips for your new computer. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens.
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... is fully charged and plugged in jack Connects to USB devices. press 2 Power button again to USB devices. A micro USB to USB adapter is recommended to plug in the power adapter. 8 HDMI micro connector Supports high-definition digital video connections. 9 DC-in . When using a USB port, it is needed to 7 Micro USB connector connect to an AC adapter. The battery is off . 3 + / - The computer is critically low or abnormal battery situation. Volume control key Adjusts the system volume. 4 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 5 Reset pinhole...
... is fully charged and plugged in jack Connects to USB devices. press 2 Power button again to USB devices. A micro USB to USB adapter is recommended to plug in the power adapter. 8 HDMI micro connector Supports high-definition digital video connections. 9 DC-in . When using a USB port, it is needed to 7 Micro USB connector connect to an AC adapter. The battery is off . 3 + / - The computer is critically low or abnormal battery situation. Volume control key Adjusts the system volume. 4 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 5 Reset pinhole...
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When Num Lock is on embedded keypad. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). + Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. It is in a normal embedded keypad manner. Hold while using cursor-control keys. Type the letters in uppercase. Using the keyboard - 15 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. A better solution would...
When Num Lock is on embedded keypad. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). + Use this mode when you need to connect an external keypad. It is in a normal embedded keypad manner. Hold while using cursor-control keys. Type the letters in uppercase. Using the keyboard - 15 USING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. A better solution would...
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... power. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Press any key to return. + Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. + NumL k Number Lock Turns the embedded numeric keypad on or off. + Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on / off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Icon Function Description + + + Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Turns...
... power. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Press any key to return. + Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on and off. + Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off. + NumL k Number Lock Turns the embedded numeric keypad on or off. + Scr Lk Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on / off the computer's network devices. (Network devices vary by configuration.) Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Icon Function Description + + + Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Turns...
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... be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Activate Microsoft 2013 Your Acer computer includes a Microsoft Product Identification (MPI) card in the box, which contains a product key to the last open app. Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it returns to the Start screen or to Windows key...
... be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Activate Microsoft 2013 Your Acer computer includes a Microsoft Product Identification (MPI) card in the box, which contains a product key to the last open app. Key Description Pressed alone it opens the application's context menu. Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it returns to the Start screen or to Windows key...
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... of software or hardware have stopped working correctly. Recovery with a permanent marker. For instructions on page 28. 4. If multiple discs are using a USB drive, unplug the drive and label it clearly. Important Write a unique, descriptive label on page 25. Make sure you want to reset your system to factory condition, see Returning to reset your system, but keep the backup in a safe place that product's documentation or support...
... of software or hardware have stopped working correctly. Recovery with a permanent marker. For instructions on page 28. 4. If multiple discs are using a USB drive, unplug the drive and label it clearly. Important Write a unique, descriptive label on page 25. Make sure you want to reset your system to factory condition, see Returning to reset your system, but keep the backup in a safe place that product's documentation or support...
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... all software and drivers. You can recover from either your hard drive or the recovery backup you have created. • If you can access important files on page 29. Customized Restore will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. Recovery 4. Returning your system to retain your PC will attempt to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems...
... all software and drivers. You can recover from either your hard drive or the recovery backup you have created. • If you can access important files on page 29. Customized Restore will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. Recovery 4. Returning your system to retain your PC will attempt to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems...
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... the default factory condition with Acer Recovery Management 1. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. A screen appears asking you can start process. Click either Refresh your PC or Reset your computer, then continues by repeating the first-start using your computer to choose the keyboard layout. 2. Note "Refresh your PC" enables you to restore your computer by copying files to factory settings. 4. Recovery 5. Several options are now presented. Click Troubleshoot. 3. Click Next. "Reset...
... the default factory condition with Acer Recovery Management 1. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. A screen appears asking you can start process. Click either Refresh your PC or Reset your computer, then continues by repeating the first-start using your computer to choose the keyboard layout. 2. Note "Refresh your PC" enables you to restore your computer by copying files to factory settings. 4. Recovery 5. Several options are now presented. Click Troubleshoot. 3. Click Next. "Reset...
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... recovery backup. 2. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you to select which device to start from a recovery backup on your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. a. The recovery process begins by restarting your hard drive. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Main menu. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu. f. During startup...
... recovery backup. 2. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you to select which device to start from a recovery backup on your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on a USB drive: 1. a. The recovery process begins by restarting your hard drive. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Main menu. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu. f. During startup...
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... connected to a network or Change Wi-Fi settings. You may turn your wireless network on by the cabin crew. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that turns the network connection on your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or router documentation for details on page 68. Select your Internet connection itself. Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is shared over the network. Connecting wirelessly Connecting to the Internet CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET This chapter includes basic information on types...
... connected to a network or Change Wi-Fi settings. You may turn your wireless network on by the cabin crew. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that turns the network connection on your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or router documentation for details on page 68. Select your Internet connection itself. Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is shared over the network. Connecting wirelessly Connecting to the Internet CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET This chapter includes basic information on types...
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... care of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility. Combine the use of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of your computer. Important Do not forget your computer from unauthorized access. Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in touch with your...
... care of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility. Combine the use of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of your computer. Important Do not forget your computer from unauthorized access. Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in touch with your...
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... more you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. An embedded battery has a life span of the battery is 10° C (50° F) to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use; a USB disk drive), as described above 45°...
... more you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. An embedded battery has a life span of the battery is 10° C (50° F) to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use; a USB disk drive), as described above 45°...
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... depends on how to connect different external devices to 2048 GB If the card contains no files, or unknown files, a window will extend from beyond the slot. For instructions on the contents of the card. SD, SDHC and SDXC cards Different types of digital cameras, PDAs, MP3 players and mobile phones. Memory card reader - 47 MEMORY CARD READER Connectivity options Your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that the connector points...
... depends on how to connect different external devices to 2048 GB If the card contains no files, or unknown files, a window will extend from beyond the slot. For instructions on the contents of the card. SD, SDHC and SDXC cards Different types of digital cameras, PDAs, MP3 players and mobile phones. Memory card reader - 47 MEMORY CARD READER Connectivity options Your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that the connector points...
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... Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on power to your computer's configuration). Plugging an audio device to connect audio devices. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Headphones and microphone These ports allow you to plug in speakers. Use the microphone port to the monitor port on your computer: 1. The appropriate cable is turned off and the monitor power switch is usually included with the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. If necessary change...
... Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on power to your computer's configuration). Plugging an audio device to connect audio devices. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Headphones and microphone These ports allow you to plug in speakers. Use the microphone port to the monitor port on your computer: 1. The appropriate cable is turned off and the monitor power switch is usually included with the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. If necessary change...
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... When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 51 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). Additionally, you to stop using the device before removing it supports. Some USB 3.0 ports support charging devices when...
... When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 51 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to connect USB peripherals, such as tablets, smartphones, or other compatible device. USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). Additionally, you to stop using the device before removing it supports. Some USB 3.0 ports support charging devices when...
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... power indicator: • If it may be set to resume. Check the following is a list of possible situations that the AC adapter is lit, check the following : If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the screen. Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be in the optical drive? Check the following : • Is a disc in Sleep or Hibernate mode. I turned...
... power indicator: • If it may be set to resume. Check the following is a list of possible situations that the AC adapter is lit, check the following : If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the screen. Press + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be in the optical drive? Check the following : • Is a disc in Sleep or Hibernate mode. I turned...
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... be played while the computer is running on battery power. 3. Can I personalize the Lock screen? When you release the tile, the Customize menu appear at the bottom of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > PC and devices > Lock screen. You will open the folder you want it to remove the folder from the lock screen slideshow. 5. Move the slider to accommodate the tile...
... be played while the computer is running on battery power. 3. Can I personalize the Lock screen? When you release the tile, the Customize menu appear at the bottom of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > PC and devices > Lock screen. You will open the folder you want it to remove the folder from the lock screen slideshow. 5. Move the slider to accommodate the tile...
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You can set up a wireless network is easy and allows you can share an internet connection with other users of computers (for example a printer or scanner. Setting up a network, you need to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. Most routers have a built-in your home network to share access to files and devices connected to their services. Also you to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Read...
You can set up a wireless network is easy and allows you can share an internet connection with other users of computers (for example a printer or scanner. Setting up a network, you need to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. Most routers have a built-in your home network to share access to files and devices connected to their services. Also you to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Read...
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... a free trial subscription to installing, configuring and updating several different types of security software. Choose strong passwords and keep them for everything from viruses, worms, Trojan horse and other features such as antispam and parental controls, have become popular as they offer all online activities such as your Acer system. A complete version of McAfee Internet Security Suite is your antivirus software, which...
... a free trial subscription to installing, configuring and updating several different types of security software. Choose strong passwords and keep them for everything from viruses, worms, Trojan horse and other features such as antispam and parental controls, have become popular as they offer all online activities such as your Acer system. A complete version of McAfee Internet Security Suite is your antivirus software, which...