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... recovery backup ......... 30 Changing to Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 33 Changing to Windows 8.1 33 Changing to Windows 7 34 Changing BIOS settings 35 Changing between Windows 7 and 8.1 during startup 37 Connecting to the Internet 38 Connecting with a cable 38 Built-in...Contact pickup 45 Sending your contact information .......... 45 Acer ProShield 47 Overview 47 Setting up Acer ProShield 47 Personal Secure Drive 49 Credential Manager 50 Fingerprint Registration 50 Data Protection 51 Data Removal 51 BIOS utility 52 Boot sequence 52 Setting passwords 52 ...
... recovery backup ......... 30 Changing to Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 33 Changing to Windows 8.1 33 Changing to Windows 7 34 Changing BIOS settings 35 Changing between Windows 7 and 8.1 during startup 37 Connecting to the Internet 38 Connecting with a cable 38 Built-in...Contact pickup 45 Sending your contact information .......... 45 Acer ProShield 47 Overview 47 Setting up Acer ProShield 47 Personal Secure Drive 49 Credential Manager 50 Fingerprint Registration 50 Data Protection 51 Data Removal 51 BIOS utility 52 Boot sequence 52 Setting passwords 52 ...
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... Menu is selected, press to change this setting to your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on the type of BIOS your computer. 4. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu. f. Images for reference only. 3. Plug in keyboard, make sure a keyboard is...
... Menu is selected, press to change this setting to your computer does not have a built-in the USB drive and turn on the type of BIOS your computer. 4. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu. f. Images for reference only. 3. Plug in keyboard, make sure a keyboard is...
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... 7 with Windows 8.1, and then start if the BIOS Mode is set to Legacy BIOS. 34 - Select Windows 8.1, and then click OK and follow the instructions. Windows will not start the Windows 8.1 setup process. See Changing BIOS settings on page 35. Note After configuring Windows 8.1,... enter the BIOS (press when starting your computer) enter the Boot menu and change Boot Mode back to UEFI. Changing...
... 7 with Windows 8.1, and then start if the BIOS Mode is set to Legacy BIOS. 34 - Select Windows 8.1, and then click OK and follow the instructions. Windows will not start the Windows 8.1 setup process. See Changing BIOS settings on page 35. Note After configuring Windows 8.1,... enter the BIOS (press when starting your computer) enter the Boot menu and change Boot Mode back to UEFI. Changing...
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Changing to open Acer Recovery Management. 1. from Start, type 'recovery' to Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 - 35 Start Windows 8.1; Select Restore Factory Settings. 2. Windows will restart, replace Windows 8.1 with Windows 7, and then start the Windows 7 setup process. Select Yes. 3. Select Windows 7, and then click OK and follow the instructions. Changing BIOS settings To change your BIOS settings, press when you see the Acer logo during boot up.
Changing to open Acer Recovery Management. 1. from Start, type 'recovery' to Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 - 35 Start Windows 8.1; Select Restore Factory Settings. 2. Windows will restart, replace Windows 8.1 with Windows 7, and then start the Windows 7 setup process. Select Yes. 3. Select Windows 7, and then click OK and follow the instructions. Changing BIOS settings To change your BIOS settings, press when you see the Acer logo during boot up.
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Press again. Changing to Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 Use the arrow keys to select UEFI or Legacy BIOS. Press , then use the arrow keys to select Boot > Boot Mode. Finally, press to save the settings and reboot. 36 -
Press again. Changing to Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 Use the arrow keys to select UEFI or Legacy BIOS. Press , then use the arrow keys to select Boot > Boot Mode. Finally, press to save the settings and reboot. 36 -
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... hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Boot sequence To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable this utility. Setting passwords To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the categories ...listed at the top of the screen. BIOS utility BIOS UTILITY The BIOS utility is being displayed. 52 - Your computer is already properly configured...
... hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Boot sequence To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable this utility. Setting passwords To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the categories ...listed at the top of the screen. BIOS utility BIOS UTILITY The BIOS utility is being displayed. 52 - Your computer is already properly configured...
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... lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of your computer. Using passwords Passwords protect your Supervisor Password! Learn how to the BIOS utility. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Security features include hardware and software locks -
... lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of your computer. Using passwords Passwords protect your Supervisor Password! Learn how to the BIOS utility. Insert the lock into the BIOS utility. Security features include hardware and software locks -
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...; Type the User Password and press to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter a password. Try again and press . • When the User Password is... set and the password on the computer again, and try again. Important You have three chances to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press . 54 - Securing your computer Entering passwords When a password...
...; Type the User Password and press to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to enter a password. Try again and press . • When the User Password is... set and the password on the computer again, and try again. Important You have three chances to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press . 54 - Securing your computer Entering passwords When a password...
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..., especially when you first turn on page 23. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. Requesting service International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Your computer is enabled or not. 2. Read this passport thoroughly. Check to see if Acer disk-to receive the benefits from our support centers. Make sure.... Attach your system on the system will reboot. A list of mind when traveling. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Warning Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data will be the only option for future recovery operations. Note To activate the...
..., especially when you first turn on page 23. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. Requesting service International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Your computer is enabled or not. 2. Read this passport thoroughly. Check to see if Acer disk-to receive the benefits from our support centers. Make sure.... Attach your system on the system will reboot. A list of mind when traveling. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Warning Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data will be the only option for future recovery operations. Note To activate the...
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... an error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician...
... an error symptom occurs, see "Error messages" below. The following table lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician...
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Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service error center. Frequently asked questions - 85 Error messages Corrective action Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer or an authorized service keyboard connected center. Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot.
Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service error center. Frequently asked questions - 85 Error messages Corrective action Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer or an authorized service keyboard connected center. Memory size mismatch Press (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot.