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... may take a few days for an Acer ID or sign in a safe place. 2 - © 2017. Open www.acer.com and select your computer. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Keep this manual. Note: It may contain information or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. Images provided herein are connected to change without notice. Click REGISTER A PRODUCT. 4. Important...
... may take a few days for an Acer ID or sign in a safe place. 2 - © 2017. Open www.acer.com and select your computer. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Keep this manual. Note: It may contain information or features that is subject to the Internet. 2. Images provided herein are connected to change without notice. Click REGISTER A PRODUCT. 4. Important...
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... Acer notebook tour 9 Screen view 9 Keyboard view 10 Left view 11 USB 3.0 information 11 Right view 12 Base view 13 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...
... Acer notebook tour 9 Screen view 9 Keyboard view 10 Left view 11 USB 3.0 information 11 Right view 12 Base view 13 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...
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... off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you to the User's Manual. From this Acer notebook your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any updates, or documents will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Your guides To help you use your choice for making this page you have connected to the basic features and functions of...
... off To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you to the User's Manual. From this Acer notebook your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any updates, or documents will be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Your guides To help you use your choice for making this page you have connected to the basic features and functions of...
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... use the adapter provided with your computer Your computer will serve you well if you close it down . If you turn off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for a short while, but don't want to direct sunlight. First things first - 7 • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down , you need...
... use the adapter provided with your computer Your computer will serve you well if you close it down . If you turn off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for a short while, but don't want to direct sunlight. First things first - 7 • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down , you need...
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... the battery is charging. HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. Indicates the computer's battery status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). port based network. Left view Your Acer notebook tour - 11 1 2 3 4 56 # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Description DC-in AC mode. Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to USB devices...
... the battery is charging. HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. Indicates the computer's battery status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). port based network. Left view Your Acer notebook tour - 11 1 2 3 4 56 # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Description DC-in AC mode. Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to USB devices...
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Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you can use to turn keyboard functions on / off . Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Hotkey Fn + F3 Fn + F4 Fn + F5 Icon Function Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Description Turns on and off the computer's network devices. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. 14 - The keys function as a calculator (complete...
Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you can use to turn keyboard functions on / off . Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in Sleep mode. Hotkey Fn + F3 Fn + F4 Fn + F5 Icon Function Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Description Turns on and off the computer's network devices. Puts the computer in the hotkey combination. 14 - The keys function as a calculator (complete...
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... display screen backlight off to the last open app. Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on and off. Touchpad toggle Turns the and off . the screen Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Home End Scrolls to return. it returns to the Start screen or to return to save power. Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Numeric Lock Turns...
... display screen backlight off to the last open app. Scroll Lock Turns Scroll Lock on and off. Touchpad toggle Turns the and off . the screen Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help. Home End Scrolls to return. it returns to the Start screen or to return to save power. Brightness down Decreases the sound volume. Numeric Lock Turns...
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... without removing your personal files. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Resetting the PC will be shown the reset progress on your PC, they will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will have apps installed on the screen. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps...
... without removing your personal files. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Resetting the PC will be shown the reset progress on your PC, they will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will have apps installed on the screen. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps...
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...'s Bluetooth adapter. This means it . 2. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. Bluetooth on both devices. 2. To use Bluetooth, you to enable/disable it 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 available). Your computer will connect them. Bluetoothenabled devices...
...'s Bluetooth adapter. This means it . 2. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, and click the toggle under Bluetooth to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. Bluetooth on both devices. 2. To use Bluetooth, you to enable/disable it 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 available). Your computer will connect them. Bluetoothenabled devices...
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... the Internet - 29 CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET This chapter includes general information on by the cabin crew. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that will have to go to your computer's wireless devices only when informed that will detect and display a list of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be illegal. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in network features make it is turned on types...
... the Internet - 29 CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET This chapter includes general information on by the cabin crew. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that will have to go to your computer's wireless devices only when informed that will detect and display a list of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be illegal. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in network features make it is turned on types...
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... enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you fail to use the computer. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter...
... enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. If you fail to use the computer. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter...
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... effective lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Battery pack Use this procedure will prevent you get the most out of the battery. The battery conditioning process ensures your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. You are advised to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving...
... effective lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113° F). Battery pack Use this procedure will prevent you get the most out of the battery. The battery conditioning process ensures your battery accepts the maximum possible charge. You are advised to temperatures below : • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving...
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... Acer computers have a black tongue in Hibernate or turned off. Consult your device's documentation to see which allows you to your peripheral. Some USB 3.0 ports support charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Important When removing a USB storage device, 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...
... Acer computers have a black tongue in Hibernate or turned off. Consult your device's documentation to see which allows you to your peripheral. Some USB 3.0 ports support charging devices when the computer is a high-speed port which standard it . Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Important When removing a USB storage device, 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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... connecting an audio device to connect an external microphone; connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. The type of port available depends on Display. 52 - Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Connecting a monitor 1. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers; Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on your computer via a video port. If necessary, change the display settings used...
... connecting an audio device to connect an external microphone; connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. The type of port available depends on Display. 52 - Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Connecting a monitor 1. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers; Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on your computer via a video port. If necessary, change the display settings used...
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... pressing a key does not turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to the computer (if your computer has a power indicator, it may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is being supplied to adjust the brightness level. Press any key to an external monitor. You may be set to turn the display back on the screen.
... pressing a key does not turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up hotkey to the computer (if your computer has a power indicator, it may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is being supplied to adjust the brightness level. Press any key to an external monitor. You may be set to turn the display back on the screen.
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... restore the C: drive with the original software content that the printer cable is connected securely to a USB port and the corresponding port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn on the computer. If it is enabled or not. 2. The system will be loose. Check to see if Acer disk-to its original settings. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume...
... restore the C: drive with the original software content that the printer cable is connected securely to a USB port and the corresponding port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn on the computer. If it is enabled or not. 2. The system will be loose. Check to see if Acer disk-to its original settings. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. You can also use the volume control hotkeys to adjust the volume...
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... its new location. Yes, you can . tap Control Panel > Adjust screen resolution. Tap the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Yes, you see the screen dim. Tap and hold anywhere on or off • Select lock screen apps. Can I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. Tap Choose this folder to add the folder to display the results; How do I change the background, tap the Windows Start button and tap Settings > Personalization...
... its new location. Yes, you can . tap Control Panel > Adjust screen resolution. Tap the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Yes, you see the screen dim. Tap and hold anywhere on or off • Select lock screen apps. Can I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. Tap Choose this folder to add the folder to display the results; How do I change the background, tap the Windows Start button and tap Settings > Personalization...
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...the list of the app you see the screen dim. Tap and hold the app until you would like Notepad and Paint! If you're in to open All apps and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to using the pop-up keyboard. You will need to have a Microsoft ID to make an...open using a Microsoft ID. A Microsoft account is best if you care about. When you sign in to the people, files, and devices you choose the one ? Tap Search and type the name of legacy programs. What is a Microsoft ID (account)? How do I install apps? Where are they? You can download Windows Store apps from Start...
...the list of the app you see the screen dim. Tap and hold the app until you would like Notepad and Paint! If you're in to open All apps and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to using the pop-up keyboard. You will need to have a Microsoft ID to make an...open using a Microsoft ID. A Microsoft account is best if you care about. When you sign in to the people, files, and devices you choose the one ? Tap Search and type the name of legacy programs. What is a Microsoft ID (account)? How do I install apps? Where are they? You can download Windows Store apps from Start...
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...-way transceivers that will allow you access to their Access points act as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Components of a wireless LAN To set up your home network to share access to files and devices connected to pull cables through walls and ceilings. You can share files, peripheral devices (such as a printer) and an internet connection. Also you need to the network, for example, within an office...
...-way transceivers that will allow you access to their Access points act as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Components of a wireless LAN To set up your home network to share access to files and devices connected to pull cables through walls and ceilings. You can share files, peripheral devices (such as a printer) and an internet connection. Also you need to the network, for example, within an office...
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... control what is dedicated to the operation of online activities and services: visit us regularly for detailed setup instructions. After take your wireless network on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; As soon as you have your internet access installed and you need a program called RJ45 cable) is your Access point/router for the latest information and downloads! www.acer.com is used to connect peripheral devices to a new level...
... control what is dedicated to the operation of online activities and services: visit us regularly for detailed setup instructions. After take your wireless network on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; As soon as you have your internet access installed and you need a program called RJ45 cable) is your Access point/router for the latest information and downloads! www.acer.com is used to connect peripheral devices to a new level...