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...Open www.acer.com and select your registered products Once you will be updated to the Internet. 2. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Register your Acer product After we receive your product registration, you have an Acer ID. Ensure you can log onto account.acer.com using your Acer ID and password to see and manage...are connected to the database. Sign up for an Acer ID or sign in a safe place. Veriton Desktop Computer Covers: Tower models This revision: October 2013 Sign up for an Acer ID and enable Acer Remote Files 1. 2 - © 2013. Manage ...
...Open www.acer.com and select your registered products Once you will be updated to the Internet. 2. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Register your Acer product After we receive your product registration, you have an Acer ID. Ensure you can log onto account.acer.com using your Acer ID and password to see and manage...are connected to the database. Sign up for an Acer ID or sign in a safe place. Veriton Desktop Computer Covers: Tower models This revision: October 2013 Sign up for an Acer ID and enable Acer Remote Files 1. 2 - © 2013. Manage ...
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... Setting up Acer ProShield 25 Personal Secure Drive 27 Credential Manager 28 Data Protection 28 Data Removal 29 BIOS utility 30 Boot sequence 30 Setting passwords 30 Securing your computer 31 Using passwords 31 Entering passwords 31 Power management 33 Saving power 33 Ports and connectors 36 Information on USB 3.0 37 Rear panel audio ports 37 Memory card reader 38 Connectivity options 38 Video and audio connectors 40 HDMI 41 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 42 Frequently asked questions 44 Requesting service 46 Tips and hints for using Windows...
... Setting up Acer ProShield 25 Personal Secure Drive 27 Credential Manager 28 Data Protection 28 Data Removal 29 BIOS utility 30 Boot sequence 30 Setting passwords 30 Securing your computer 31 Using passwords 31 Entering passwords 31 Power management 33 Saving power 33 Ports and connectors 36 Information on USB 3.0 37 Rear panel audio ports 37 Memory card reader 38 Connectivity options 38 Video and audio connectors 40 HDMI 41 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 42 Frequently asked questions 44 Requesting service 46 Tips and hints for using Windows...
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... to be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can put it contains general regulations and safety notices for a short while, but don't want to the User's Manual. If you use your Acer desktop computer, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any of your...
... to be more on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. This guide contains detailed information on how your computer can put it contains general regulations and safety notices for a short while, but don't want to the User's Manual. If you use your Acer desktop computer, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any of your...
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... option to an earlier state. Note Acer Recovery Management is recommended to start recovery options, either using Windows tools, or the recovery backup. In certain situations a full recovery will restore your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. 8 - i.e. Important We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon as when you purchased it to retain all factory-loaded software and drivers...
... option to an earlier state. Note Acer Recovery Management is recommended to start recovery options, either using Windows tools, or the recovery backup. In certain situations a full recovery will restore your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all settings and personal data. 8 - i.e. Important We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon as when you purchased it to retain all factory-loaded software and drivers...
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... hardware have stopped working correctly. Revert to an earlier system snapshot on page 15. 3. Reset your system to its factory condition. If nothing else has solved the problem and you are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. 12 - If multiple discs are using a USB drive, unplug the drive and label it clearly. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre-installed...
... hardware have stopped working correctly. Revert to an earlier system snapshot on page 15. 3. Reset your system to its factory condition. If nothing else has solved the problem and you are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. 12 - If multiple discs are using a USB drive, unplug the drive and label it clearly. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre-installed...
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... Support in the list of the Acer Resource Center. Click Open System Restore, then Next. You should see the Contents section of apps. Repeat this step for reference only. 3. From Start, type 'Control Panel' and then click Control Panel in the Search Help box, then press Enter. Type 'Windows system restore' in the list of the window. 3. Recovery - 15 2. Returning to get your system settings and saves them as restore points. Images...
... Support in the list of the Acer Resource Center. Click Open System Restore, then Next. You should see the Contents section of apps. Repeat this step for reference only. 3. From Start, type 'Control Panel' and then click Control Panel in the Search Help box, then press Enter. Type 'Windows system restore' in the list of the window. 3. Recovery - 15 2. Returning to get your system settings and saves them as restore points. Images...
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...-start using your computer to factory settings. 4. Turn on your hard drive. 6. Click either Refresh your PC or Reset your computer to the default factory condition with files intact. "Reset your PC" completely removes all your files and resets your PC. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. A screen appears asking you to your computer and press + during startup 1. Click Troubleshoot. 3. The process will take several minutes. After the recovery...
...-start using your computer to factory settings. 4. Turn on your hard drive. 6. Click either Refresh your PC or Reset your computer to the default factory condition with files intact. "Reset your PC" completely removes all your files and resets your PC. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. A screen appears asking you to your computer and press + during startup 1. Click Troubleshoot. 3. The process will take several minutes. After the recovery...
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... use: a. a. Recovery b. Use the left or right arrow keys to select USB Device, then press Enter. In most cases of your files (user data) but will restart. 5. The boot menu allows you can access important files on page 22. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the type of these restore points to start from the recovery backup instead of BIOS your system. Click Refresh your PC will be removed (except software installed...
... use: a. a. Recovery b. Use the left or right arrow keys to select USB Device, then press Enter. In most cases of your files (user data) but will restart. 5. The boot menu allows you can access important files on page 22. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the type of these restore points to start from the recovery backup instead of BIOS your system. Click Refresh your PC will be removed (except software installed...
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... only one option is available). 4. b. After the recovery has finished, you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on your computer by repeating the first-start process. Choose how to erase your PC window opens. Reset your PC from the recovery backup Important Reset your PC will erase all files before restoring your computer to Factory Settings, select Yes. 5. Recovery - 21 Images for reference...
... only one option is available). 4. b. After the recovery has finished, you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on your computer by repeating the first-start process. Choose how to erase your PC window opens. Reset your PC from the recovery backup Important Reset your PC will erase all files before restoring your computer to Factory Settings, select Yes. 5. Recovery - 21 Images for reference...
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... computer to the Internet using a cable. But first, an Internet Service Provider (ISP) -- The ISP will install a small box, called a router, that will have to go to your home or office to set up Internet service. Once your router. (Refer to the image below.) Then, you to connect to the Internet. This chapter includes basic information on types of a network cable into the network port on your...
... computer to the Internet using a cable. But first, an Internet Service Provider (ISP) -- The ISP will install a small box, called a router, that will have to go to your home or office to set up Internet service. Once your router. (Refer to the image below.) Then, you to connect to the Internet. This chapter includes basic information on types of a network cable into the network port on your...
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... network Acer ProShield includes four modules that will be led through a setup wizard that allows you to your device from unauthorized access and intrusion. ACER PROSHIELD Acer ProShield - 25 Overview An all the modules mentioned below. Please refer to set up Acer ProShield The first time you run Acer ProShield, you will secure your computer's specifications to confirm which modules are supported. • Credential Manager...
... network Acer ProShield includes four modules that will be led through a setup wizard that allows you to your device from unauthorized access and intrusion. ACER PROSHIELD Acer ProShield - 25 Overview An all the modules mentioned below. Please refer to set up Acer ProShield The first time you run Acer ProShield, you will secure your computer's specifications to confirm which modules are supported. • Credential Manager...
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... run it. Boot sequence To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable this situation, please use a USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. 30 - Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you encounter this feature. Important The BIOS utility may need to run this utility. BIOS utility BIOS UTILITY The BIOS utility is being displayed...
... run it. Boot sequence To set a password on boot: and use the and keys to enable this situation, please use a USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse. Find Password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. 30 - Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you encounter this feature. Important The BIOS utility may need to run this utility. BIOS utility BIOS UTILITY The BIOS utility is being displayed...
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... devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. Open System and Security > Power Options. 3. Open the Charms and search for signals to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of these devices in power management unit that are currently unavailable. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start from Sleep. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup...
... devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. Open System and Security > Power Options. 3. Open the Charms and search for signals to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of these devices in power management unit that are currently unavailable. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start from Sleep. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup...
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... Item Optical drive Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack USB port RCA jack PS/2 keyboard connector External display (VGA) connector RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-out / speaker-out jack Recovery button Kensington lock slot DP Card reader Backup button Removeable hard drive carrier(s) S/PDIF port PS/2 mouse connector Serial port Line-in jack HDMI port Network / hard disk drive indicators DisplayPort The DisplayPort adapter is available on all models. Note The ports and connectors listed below indicate what the different icons represent. 36 - Ports and connectors PORTS AND CONNECTORS...
... Item Optical drive Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack USB port RCA jack PS/2 keyboard connector External display (VGA) connector RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-out / speaker-out jack Recovery button Kensington lock slot DP Card reader Backup button Removeable hard drive carrier(s) S/PDIF port PS/2 mouse connector Serial port Line-in jack HDMI port Network / hard disk drive indicators DisplayPort The DisplayPort adapter is available on all models. Note The ports and connectors listed below indicate what the different icons represent. 36 - Ports and connectors PORTS AND CONNECTORS...
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... access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on your computer: 1. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. If necessary change the display settings used with the screws provided. 3. Use the microphone port to connect audio devices. Headphones and microphone These ports allow you to the monitor port on power to plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Secure the cable connection...
... access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display" and then click on your computer: 1. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. If necessary change the display settings used with the screws provided. 3. Use the microphone port to connect audio devices. Headphones and microphone These ports allow you to the monitor port on power to plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Secure the cable connection...
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... a USB storage device (USB disk or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be low and unable to resume. Look at the power indicator: • If it may be in the optical drive? Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet. • If it and press + + to the computer. • If the power LED is flashing, the...
... a USB storage device (USB disk or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be low and unable to resume. Look at the power indicator: • If it may be in the optical drive? Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet. • If it and press + + to the computer. • If the power LED is flashing, the...
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... Add a folder and open by arranging the tiles to suit your cursor to show on battery power. 3. Click Use this folder > OK. 4. How do I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. From here you can see the list of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > PC & devices > Lock screen. 2. How do I personalize the Lock screen? You can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn...
... Add a folder and open by arranging the tiles to suit your cursor to show on battery power. 3. Click Use this folder > OK. 4. How do I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. From here you can see the list of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > PC & devices > Lock screen. 2. How do I personalize the Lock screen? You can : • Select a background image for the lock screen • Turn...
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..., and devices you 've already installed Windows 8.1 and didn't sign in to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. How do I add a favorite to Start. Move your cursor to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > Accounts > Connect to Start. You do I get one ? How do not need one ? Click Pin to Internet Explorer...
..., and devices you 've already installed Windows 8.1 and didn't sign in to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. How do I add a favorite to Start. Move your cursor to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > Accounts > Connect to Start. You do I get one ? How do not need one ? Click Pin to Internet Explorer...
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... access point (see illustration below); Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with other users of your Wireless network at home you can be used to connect the host computer to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Internet and online security - 59 Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is used to connect peripheral devices to their services. Also you need to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Read carefully the documentation supplied...
... access point (see illustration below); Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with other users of your Wireless network at home you can be used to connect the host computer to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Internet and online security - 59 Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is used to connect peripheral devices to their services. Also you need to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Read carefully the documentation supplied...
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... Windows key ( ) + W, type "HomeGroup" and then click on the desktop and take your Internet experience to a new level! Switch off , or control what is prohibited. Acer website To get help tailored to the operation of a working network 1. Internet and online security Wireless adapter Diagram of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be dangerous to your Internet access installed and you are connected, from Start, click the Internet Explorer tile or the icon located...
... Windows key ( ) + W, type "HomeGroup" and then click on the desktop and take your Internet experience to a new level! Switch off , or control what is prohibited. Acer website To get help tailored to the operation of a working network 1. Internet and online security Wireless adapter Diagram of the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be dangerous to your Internet access installed and you are connected, from Start, click the Internet Explorer tile or the icon located...