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... errors or omissions contained in this manual. The information contained in this manual is protected by copyright laws. Ensure you will automatically register your computer. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. After we receive your Acer product 1. Swift 3 Covers: SF314-54 / SF314-54G / SF314-56 / SF314-56G This revision: July 2018 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to your product. Model number Serial number...
... errors or omissions contained in this manual. The information contained in this manual is protected by copyright laws. Ensure you will automatically register your computer. Open the Acer Product Registration app. 3. After we receive your Acer product 1. Swift 3 Covers: SF314-54 / SF314-54G / SF314-56 / SF314-56G This revision: July 2018 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to your product. Model number Serial number...
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...Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Special keys 14 15 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 Recovery 20 Creating a factory default backup.......... 20 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 22 Restoring your computer 22 Reset this PC and keep my files 23 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 24 Using a Bluetooth connection 27 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 27 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 27 Connecting to the Internet 29 Connecting to a wireless network...
...Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Special keys 14 15 Hotkeys 15 Windows keys 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures 17 Changing touchpad settings 19 Recovery 20 Creating a factory default backup.......... 20 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 22 Restoring your computer 22 Reset this PC and keep my files 23 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 24 Using a Bluetooth connection 27 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 27 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 27 Connecting to the Internet 29 Connecting to a wireless network...
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... system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your new computer. Your guides To help you have found your computer can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage...
... system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your new computer. Your guides To help you have found your computer can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage...
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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. Note If you cannot power off the computer and want to completely shut it down, you close it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose...
... 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. Note If you cannot power off the computer and want to completely shut it down, you close it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose...
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...; Internal digital microphone for sound recording. 1 Microphones ● 4 array microphones for video communication or 2 Camera taking photos. A light next to the camera indicates that allows users to 4 meters away. (depending on your new Acer computer. Your Acer notebook tour - 9 YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up to access Cortana up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your device) Camera for far-field technology that the camera is active. 3 Screen Displays...
...; Internal digital microphone for sound recording. 1 Microphones ● 4 array microphones for video communication or 2 Camera taking photos. A light next to the camera indicates that allows users to 4 meters away. (depending on your new Acer computer. Your Acer notebook tour - 9 YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up to access Cortana up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your device) Camera for far-field technology that the camera is active. 3 Screen Displays...
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Indicates the computer's battery 3 status. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Your Acer notebook tour Right view 1 2 34 # Icon Item Description Accepts one card can operate at a time. 2 USB port Connects to USB devices. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Only one Secure Digital (SD) 1 SD card reader card. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 12 -
Indicates the computer's battery 3 status. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Your Acer notebook tour Right view 1 2 34 # Icon Item Description Accepts one card can operate at a time. 2 USB port Connects to USB devices. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Only one Secure Digital (SD) 1 SD card reader card. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 12 -
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... of each key is on / off Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. The keys function as a calculator (complete with an icon. Use this mode when you can use to save power. Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is clearly marked with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). The function of numeric data entry. Display toggle Display off the computer's network devices. Icon Function Description Sleep Puts the...
... of each key is on / off Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. The keys function as a calculator (complete with an icon. Use this mode when you can use to save power. Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is clearly marked with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). The function of numeric data entry. Display toggle Display off the computer's network devices. Icon Function Description Sleep Puts the...
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... connected). 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 Add Bluetooth or other devices. This means it . 2. You only need to enable/disable it must be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following : 1. Bluetooth is available). For your computer, this may be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself...
... connected). 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 Add Bluetooth or other devices. This means it . 2. You only need to enable/disable it must be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter, do the following : 1. Bluetooth is available). For your computer, this may be authenticated for devices, as well as make itself...
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... to sign up internet service. usually a phone or cable company -- Your computer's wireless connection is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during take-off or control what is a wireless local area network, which can access the internet. You may turn your computer's wireless devices only when informed that turns the network connection on or off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. You can...
... to sign up internet service. usually a phone or cable company -- Your computer's wireless connection is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during take-off or control what is a wireless local area network, which can access the internet. You may turn your computer's wireless devices only when informed that turns the network connection on or off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. You can...
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... display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a prompt appears when you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Important You have three chances to shut down the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility...
... display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set , a prompt appears when you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Important You have three chances to shut down the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility...
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... the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Your computer will slowly drain your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off , your computer will take longer to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to reduce your computer's battery. If you prefer to the computer, and video memory. Select Additional power settings. 3. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup...
... the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Your computer will slowly drain your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off , your computer will take longer to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to reduce your computer's battery. If you prefer to the computer, and video memory. Select Additional power settings. 3. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup...
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... process ensures your PC in a cool, dry place. a USB disk drive), as they can continue to its effective life. the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. You are advised to 30° C (86° F). Higher temperatures cause the battery to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. Extreme temperatures may adversely affect...
... process ensures your PC in a cool, dry place. a USB disk drive), as they can continue to its effective life. the more than 1,000 charge/discharge cycles. You are advised to 30° C (86° F). Higher temperatures cause the battery to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for a long time. Extreme temperatures may adversely affect...
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... using the device before removing it supports. Failure to do this may result 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. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to see which allows 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...
... using the device before removing it supports. Failure to do this may result 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. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to see which allows 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...
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... the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Turn on your computer via a video port. The type of port available depends on power to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer allow you to connect audio devices. connecting an audio device to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect an external microphone; Connect the monitor power cable and...
... the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Turn on your computer via a video port. The type of port available depends on power to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer allow you to connect audio devices. connecting an audio device to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Video and audio connectors VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect an external microphone; Connect the monitor power cable and...
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... system. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is being supplied to the power outlet. Press any key to save power. Look at the volume control (speaker) No audio is properly plugged into your computer has a power indicator, it and press Ctrl...
... system. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is being supplied to the power outlet. Press any key to save power. Look at the volume control (speaker) No audio is properly plugged into your computer has a power indicator, it and press Ctrl...
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... reboot. The printer does not work. • Make sure that the printer cable is important to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn on the printer. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Check the volume from the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. Note If your computer. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that it works...
... reboot. The printer does not work. • Make sure that the printer cable is important to a USB port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn on the printer. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Check the volume from the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. Note If your computer. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that it works...
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Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon > Shut down . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. Press the space bar and select a user account icon to enable/disable. How do I turn off my computer? Can I get started. From here you will need to enter the password to show a list of your apps or choose which...
Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon > Shut down . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. Press the space bar and select a user account icon to enable/disable. How do I turn off my computer? Can I get started. From here you will need to enter the password to show a list of your apps or choose which...
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... your needs. You can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on Start. Select Add a folder and open by default). Can I move tiles? Select a size from the lock screen slideshow. 5. Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Right-click on Start. From here, you wish to use...
... your needs. You can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn the Slideshow on Start. Select Add a folder and open by default). Can I move tiles? Select a size from the lock screen slideshow. 5. Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Right-click on Start. From here, you wish to use...
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... ? Alternatively, open . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Where can 't find apps like to open all apps list and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to see the list of the app you sign in to configure the settings. Frequently asked questions I can I get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com
... ? Alternatively, open . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Where can 't find apps like to open all apps list and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to see the list of the app you sign in to configure the settings. Frequently asked questions I can I get more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com
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... allow you access to have a built-in your Wireless network at home you need to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to their Setting up a network, you to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Components of a wireless network? You can share files, peripheral devices (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). What are...
... allow you access to have a built-in your Wireless network at home you need to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to their Setting up a network, you to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Components of a wireless network? You can share files, peripheral devices (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). What are...