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... reliability of the product. Self-Repair This chapter highlights the limited self-repair capabilities of the product. NOTE: NOTE: For replacement parts, always use only Acer certified components in the "Disassembly Procedures" section, then this component is either not present on the respective model, or it is not covered by step disassembly instructions. Prior performing self-repair, familiarize yourself with the Safety...
... reliability of the product. Self-Repair This chapter highlights the limited self-repair capabilities of the product. NOTE: NOTE: For replacement parts, always use only Acer certified components in the "Disassembly Procedures" section, then this component is either not present on the respective model, or it is not covered by step disassembly instructions. Prior performing self-repair, familiarize yourself with the Safety...
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... a software recovery or creating a Factory Default recovery media, please refer to your computer Double-click the extracted file in the User Manual of charge service. 1-2 Self-Repair NOTE: NOTE: System BIOS upgrades or downgrades, if not performed by means of a progress indicator A visual notification is shown when the update is complete NOTE: NOTE: Upgrading the system BIOS incorrectly, or intermittence of suggested models in order to...
... a software recovery or creating a Factory Default recovery media, please refer to your computer Double-click the extracted file in the User Manual of charge service. 1-2 Self-Repair NOTE: NOTE: System BIOS upgrades or downgrades, if not performed by means of a progress indicator A visual notification is shown when the update is complete NOTE: NOTE: Upgrading the system BIOS incorrectly, or intermittence of suggested models in order to...
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USB Board Removal 0 Prerequisite: LCD Module Removal (Clamshell Model) or LCD Module Removal (Convertible Model) 1. Remove one (1) screw securing the right USB support bracket in place (Figure 1-34). A Figure 1-35. Release the USB support bracket from the guide pin (A) and guide tab (B) (Figure 1-35). USB Board Removal 2. USB Board Removal Disassembly Procedures B 1-25 Figure 1-34.
USB Board Removal 0 Prerequisite: LCD Module Removal (Clamshell Model) or LCD Module Removal (Convertible Model) 1. Remove one (1) screw securing the right USB support bracket in place (Figure 1-34). A Figure 1-35. Release the USB support bracket from the guide pin (A) and guide tab (B) (Figure 1-35). USB Board Removal 2. USB Board Removal Disassembly Procedures B 1-25 Figure 1-34.
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Mainboard Removal 1-38 Disassembly Procedures 3. B C Figure 1-51. Release the support bracket from the top assembly (Figure 1-51). Then remove the support bracket from the guide pin (B) and guide tab (C).
Mainboard Removal 1-38 Disassembly Procedures 3. B C Figure 1-51. Release the support bracket from the top assembly (Figure 1-51). Then remove the support bracket from the guide pin (B) and guide tab (C).
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... registered automatically while you are for Windows OS to change without notice. Register your Acer product If your new device runs on the Operating System version. Ensure you start up for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to review your product record. (Reset your device with the email address you...
... registered automatically while you are for Windows OS to change without notice. Register your Acer product If your new device runs on the Operating System version. Ensure you start up for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to review your product record. (Reset your device with the email address you...
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... I turn off notifications 22 How do I check for Windows updates?..... 22 Where can I get more information 22 Using the Precision Touchpad 23 Touchpad gestures 23 Changing touchpad settings 25 Recovery 26 Creating a file history backup 26 Creating a factory default backup.......... 29 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 31 Restoring your computer 31 Reset this PC and keep my files 31 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 35 Using a Bluetooth connection 38 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 38 Enable Bluetooth and add a device...
... I turn off notifications 22 How do I check for Windows updates?..... 22 Where can I get more information 22 Using the Precision Touchpad 23 Touchpad gestures 23 Changing touchpad settings 25 Recovery 26 Creating a file history backup 26 Creating a factory default backup.......... 29 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 31 Restoring your computer 31 Reset this PC and keep my files 31 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 35 Using a Bluetooth connection 38 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 38 Enable Bluetooth and add a device...
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... Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you use your computer from: http://go.acer.com/support 1. Once you to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Scroll down . The Quick Guide introduces you have found your new computer. Your guides...
... Turning your computer off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you use your computer from: http://go.acer.com/support 1. Once you to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. For more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Scroll down . The Quick Guide introduces you have found your new computer. Your guides...
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... stay cool. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2 Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 3 SC Smart Card reader (optional) Accepts one Secure Digital (microSD) card. Only one card can be read at a time. Only one smart card can operate at a time. Front view Your Acer notebook tour - 17 12 3 # Icon...
... stay cool. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2 Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 3 SC Smart Card reader (optional) Accepts one Secure Digital (microSD) card. Only one card can be read at a time. Only one smart card can operate at a time. Front view Your Acer notebook tour - 17 12 3 # Icon...
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... to open. How do I make an app appear on Start? How do I check for using Windows We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you would like to enable/disable. How do I remove an app from Start. For more information? Can I get started. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings...
... to open. How do I make an app appear on Start? How do I check for using Windows We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you would like to enable/disable. How do I remove an app from Start. For more information? Can I get started. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings...
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... reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. Click Confirm then Next to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC, they will be removed. 8. Important If you have apps installed on the screen. This will take a while and your settings options and follow the instructions on when it completes. Your PC will restart. 9. Recovery 7. The screen will turn back on screen. Resetting...
... reinstall Windows, change settings back to continue. Click Confirm then Next to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC, they will be removed. 8. Important If you have apps installed on the screen. This will take a while and your settings options and follow the instructions on when it completes. Your PC will restart. 9. Recovery 7. The screen will turn back on screen. Resetting...
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The screen will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. You will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will turn back on when it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. Your PC will be shown the reset progress on screen. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. Click Reset to continue. 8. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will use factory default settings. Recovery - 37 7.
The screen will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. You will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will turn back on when it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on the screen. Your PC will be shown the reset progress on screen. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. Click Reset to continue. 8. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will use factory default settings. Recovery - 37 7.
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... is disabled by default. For your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth on both devices. 2. To enable your devices owner's manual to determine how to pair once. 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 a technology enabling you want to enable/disable it must first be "paired" with your computer, this may be enabled on its Bluetooth adapter. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device...
... is disabled by default. For your computer's Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth on both devices. 2. To enable your devices owner's manual to determine how to pair once. 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 a technology enabling you want to enable/disable it must first be "paired" with your computer, this may be enabled on its Bluetooth adapter. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device...
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... mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from home, you to connect to the internet. Connecting to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Your computer's wireless connection is safe to do so by default and Windows will allow you 'll need to sign up internet service. usually a phone or cable company -- For detailed information, please refer to Network connections on or off , as they may turn your computer's wireless devices only...
... mode hotkey that it easy for internet services from home, you to connect to the internet. Connecting to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Your computer's wireless connection is safe to do so by default and Windows will allow you 'll need to sign up internet service. usually a phone or cable company -- For detailed information, please refer to Network connections on or off , as they may turn your computer's wireless devices only...
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... turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press Enter. If you fail to access the BIOS utility. Securing your computer - 57 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set and the password...
... turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press Enter. If you fail to access the BIOS utility. Securing your computer - 57 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set and the password...
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... startup: Note If Fast startup is detected for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then search for signals to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected...
... startup: Note If Fast startup is detected for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Select Choose what the power buttons do. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then search for signals to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected...
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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 a long time. 66 - Failure to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. You are advised to draw power. • Store your...
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 a long time. 66 - Failure to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. You are advised to draw power. • Store your...
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... 2 ports support charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 71 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off. Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers have a black tongue 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...
... 2 ports support charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 71 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off. Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers have a black tongue 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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... port disables the built-in speakers. Attach the video cable to the monitor port on power to connect audio devices. connecting an audio device to your computer's configuration. Connecting a monitor 1. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer via a video port. Check that allows you to the monitor, then the computer. 6. The type of port...
... port disables the built-in speakers. Attach the video cable to the monitor port on power to connect audio devices. connecting an audio device to your computer's configuration. Connecting a monitor 1. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on your computer via a video port. Check that allows you to the monitor, then the computer. 6. The type of port...
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... to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be off); Connect the AC adapter to restart the system. Unplug it will flash). Press and release the power button to save power. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to the computer (if your computer? Easy solutions are using on . I turned on the screen. No audio is no power, check...
... to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be off); Connect the AC adapter to restart the system. Unplug it will flash). Press and release the power button to save power. Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to the computer (if your computer? Easy solutions are using on . I turned on the screen. No audio is no power, check...
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... devices and an internet connection. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. Components of your Wireless network at home you access to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Setting up a LAN using wires. What are two-way transceivers that will allow you can share files, peripheral devices (such as a mediator between wired and wireless network. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you can share an internet connection...
... devices and an internet connection. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. Components of your Wireless network at home you access to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Setting up a LAN using wires. What are two-way transceivers that will allow you can share files, peripheral devices (such as a mediator between wired and wireless network. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you can share an internet connection...