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... onto account.acer.com using your computer. Keep this manual. Manage your registered products. Sign up for your country. 3. Ensure you will be updated to see and manage all your registered products Once you have completed the registration process, you already have an Acer ID. Images provided herein are connected to your Acer ID and password to the database. Model number Serial number Date...
... onto account.acer.com using your computer. Keep this manual. Manage your registered products. Sign up for your country. 3. Ensure you will be updated to see and manage all your registered products Once you have completed the registration process, you already have an Acer ID. Images provided herein are connected to your Acer ID and password to the database. Model number Serial number Date...
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...Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 17 Recovery 20 Creating a factory default backup.......... 20 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 23 Restoring your computer 23 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.......... 29 Connecting...
...Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 17 Recovery 20 Creating a factory default backup.......... 20 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 23 Restoring your computer 23 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.......... 29 Connecting...
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... click User's Manual to Drivers and Manuals and search for your new computer. Click on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. 6 - The Quick Guide introduces you have designed a set of guides: First off, the Setup Guide (or Setup Poster) helps you to copy it to the basic features and functions of your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 4. This guide contains...
... click User's Manual to Drivers and Manuals and search for your new computer. Click on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. 6 - The Quick Guide introduces you have designed a set of guides: First off, the Setup Guide (or Setup Poster) helps you to copy it to the basic features and functions of your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 4. This guide contains...
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...-based network. Supports Type-C, Gen 1 with transfer speeds up to perform a left click. Press down firmly on the lower right corner to perform a right click. 1 23 4 5 6 # Icon Item Description Connects to a Kensington-compatible Kensington lock computer security lock. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to a display device (e.g., (VGA) port external monitor, LCD projector). 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. # Icon Item 3 Touchpad Left view Your Acer notebook...
...-based network. Supports Type-C, Gen 1 with transfer speeds up to perform a left click. Press down firmly on the lower right corner to perform a right click. 1 23 4 5 6 # Icon Item Description Connects to a Kensington-compatible Kensington lock computer security lock. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to a display device (e.g., (VGA) port external monitor, LCD projector). 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. # Icon Item 3 Touchpad Left view Your Acer notebook...
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...'s controls like screen brightness and volume output. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Use this mode when you press the up or down when you need to access most of numeric data entry. Switches display output Display toggle between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. When Scroll Lock is...
...'s controls like screen brightness and volume output. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on , all alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Use this mode when you press the up or down when you need to access most of numeric data entry. Switches display output Display toggle between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. When Scroll Lock is...
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.... Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Using the keyboard - 15 Hotkey Icon + + + + + < > + < > + < > Function Description Display off Turns the display screen backlight off to the next media file. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. + < > + + + + Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Scr Lk Turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Jump to save power. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; Brightness...
.... Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Using the keyboard - 15 Hotkey Icon + + + + + < > + < > + < > Function Description Display off Turns the display screen backlight off to the next media file. Brightness up Increases the sound volume. + < > + + + + Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Scr Lk Turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Jump to save power. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; Brightness...
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... turn off during the reset process. 7. From Start, select All apps then Acer. The screen will be removed. 4. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps. 24 - Recovery 3. Click Next to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your PC, they will reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. 5. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows...
... turn off during the reset process. 7. From Start, select All apps then Acer. The screen will be removed. 4. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps. 24 - Recovery 3. Click Next to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your PC, they will reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. 5. Follow the process until it is installing Windows. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows...
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...both devices. 2. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must 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 available). After that, simply turning on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. To enable your computer, this may be enabled on both devices will automatically start searching for security purposes. You only need to other devices. Bluetooth is disabled by default. Bluetooth on its Bluetooth adapter. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button...
...both devices. 2. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must 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 available). After that, simply turning on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. To enable your computer, this may be enabled on both devices will automatically start searching for security purposes. You only need to other devices. Bluetooth is disabled by default. Bluetooth on its Bluetooth adapter. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button...
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... make it is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the internet. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on by the cabin crew. usually a phone or cable company -- that it easy for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey...
... make it is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to the internet. Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on by the cabin crew. usually a phone or cable company -- that it easy for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey...
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... of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you use the battery, the faster it will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery is 10° C (50° F) to draw power. • Store your PC in a cool, dry place. Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set...
... of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you use the battery, the faster it will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery is 10° C (50° F) to draw power. • Store your PC in a cool, dry place. Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set...
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..., the Windows Auto Play window may appear (this depends on how to connect different external devices to 4 GB; Memory card reader - 55 MEMORY CARD READER Connectivity options Your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down. 2. Align the card so that allow you to connect peripheral devices to access the contents of the card) and ask you if you need to use a program...
..., the Windows Auto Play window may appear (this depends on how to connect different external devices to 4 GB; Memory card reader - 55 MEMORY CARD READER Connectivity options Your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down. 2. Align the card so that allow you to connect peripheral devices to access the contents of the card) and ask you if you need to use a program...
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... port (the type of the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Use the headphone port to a monitor with a built-in microphone. Video and audio connectors - 57 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Connect to plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Turn on the computer. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Secure the cable connection with the monitor. Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on your computer: 1. Connect the monitor power cable...
... port (the type of the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. Use the headphone port to a monitor with a built-in microphone. Video and audio connectors - 57 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Connect to plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Turn on the computer. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Secure the cable connection with the monitor. Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on your computer: 1. Connect the monitor power cable...
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... operating system to a single USB port. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers have a blue tongue. Additionally, you 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...
... operating system to a single USB port. You can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to stop using the device before removing it supports. Important When removing a USB storage device, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers have a blue tongue. Additionally, you 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...
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... low. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to power the computer. Press + < > (increase) to an external monitor. Check the following: Connect the AC adapter to restart the system. No audio is a list of your computer? Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Frequently asked...
... low. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to power the computer. Press + < > (increase) to an external monitor. Check the following: Connect the AC adapter to restart the system. No audio is a list of your computer? Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Frequently asked...
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... . The Start button will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you can launch apps. You can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you get to unlock the computer. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. How do I unlock my computer? You can turn off...
... . The Start button will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you can launch apps. You can enable/disable notifications for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that you get to unlock the computer. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications & actions. How do I unlock my computer? You can turn off...
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... your personal needs. Yes, you wish to use (your Pictures folder will be moved to suit your liking. Right-click on an app and select Pin to Start to the lock screen slideshow. 4. How do I arrange tiles in its new location. Can I move tiles? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Other tiles will open the folder...
... your personal needs. Yes, you wish to use (your Pictures folder will be moved to suit your liking. Right-click on an app and select Pin to Start to the lock screen slideshow. 4. How do I arrange tiles in its new location. Can I move tiles? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Other tiles will open the folder...
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...; Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com Select Advanced options to using a Microsoft ID. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. You do I need a Microsoft ID to get one ? Where can sync data across different machines you don't have a Microsoft account and want to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can I check for Windows updates...
...; Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com Select Advanced options to using a Microsoft ID. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. You do I need a Microsoft ID to get one ? Where can sync data across different machines you don't have a Microsoft account and want to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can I check for Windows updates...
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... as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Internet and online security - 73 Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to the network, for example, within an office building or home) that share a common communications line and resources. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is easy and allows you need to pull cables through walls and ceilings...
... as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Internet and online security - 73 Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to the network, for example, within an office building or home) that share a common communications line and resources. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is easy and allows you need to pull cables through walls and ceilings...
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...) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is normally already installed in Windows allow you may enable Wi-Fi. they may turn your computer. 74 - Read carefully the documentation supplied with the network management options. If your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Internet and online security services. Network cables (RJ45) Turning on/off a wireless network connection Most computers feature a 'Wi-Fi' button that turns the network connection on HomeGroup. Wireless adapter An internal wireless adapter is used to connect peripheral devices to activate...
...) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is normally already installed in Windows allow you may enable Wi-Fi. they may turn your computer. 74 - Read carefully the documentation supplied with the network management options. If your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Internet and online security services. Network cables (RJ45) Turning on/off a wireless network connection Most computers feature a 'Wi-Fi' button that turns the network connection on HomeGroup. Wireless adapter An internal wireless adapter is used to connect peripheral devices to activate...
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... site to protection updates. This can be configured to update itself, and it ! Integrated security suites such as McAfee Internet Security Suite, which monitors all the security software needed for every service you connect to installing, configuring and updating several different types of malicious programs. Your antivirus and antispyware software should do so every time you use a combination of letters, numbers and symbols (e.g Avoid using a comprehensive security...
... site to protection updates. This can be configured to update itself, and it ! Integrated security suites such as McAfee Internet Security Suite, which monitors all the security software needed for every service you connect to installing, configuring and updating several different types of malicious programs. Your antivirus and antispyware software should do so every time you use a combination of letters, numbers and symbols (e.g Avoid using a comprehensive security...