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TABLEOFCONTENTS
Table of contents - 3
First things first 5
Your guides ............................................. 5
• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health
• Where to find the power button, ports and connectors
• Tips and tricks for using the touchpad and keyboard
• How to create recovery backups
• Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth
• Information on using Acer’s bundled software
FIRSTTHINGSFIRST
We would like to thank you for making this Acer notebook your choice
for meeting your mobile computing needs.
Your guides
To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of
guides:
First off, the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your
computer.
The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions
of your new computer. For more on how your computer can help you
to be more productive, please refer to the User’s Manual. This guide
contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities, data
recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. In addition it
contains general regulations and safety notices for your notebook. It is
available from the desktop; double-click the Help icon and click
User’s Manual in the menu that opens.
First things first - 5
Basic care and tips for using your computer
Turning your computer off
To turn the power off, do any of the following:
• Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key +
<C>, click Settings > Power then click Shut Down.
If you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don’t
want to completely shut it down, you can put it into Hibernate by
pressing the power button.
6 - First things first
Note
You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep
hotkey <Fn> + <F4>.
If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power
button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off
the computer and want to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before
powering up.
Taking care of your computer
Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.
• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near
sources of heat, such as a radiator.
• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0º C (32º F) or
above 50º C (122º F).
• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.
• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.
• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.
• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.
• Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.
• Never place objects on top of the computer.
• Do not slam the computer display when you close it.
• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.
Taking care of your AC adapter
Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:
• Do not connect the adapter to any other device.
• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.
Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic.
• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but
pull on the plug.
• The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not
exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension
cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a
single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.
Cleaning and servicing
When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:
1. Turn off the computer.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
If either of the following occurs:
• The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged;
• The computer does not operate normally
See Frequently asked questions on page 47.
First things first - 7
8 - Your Acer notebook tour
1
2
YOUR ACERNOTEBOOKTOUR
After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us
show you around your new Acer computer.
Screen view
#IconItemDescription
Web camera for video
1Webcam
2ScreenDisplays computer output.
communicat
A light next to the webcam indicates
that the
ion.
webcam is active.
Keyboard view
1
2
3
4
5
#IconItemDescription
1Microphone
2Keyboard
3Touchpad
Your Acer notebook tour - 9
Internal microphone for sound
recording.
For entering data into your computer.
See "Using the keyboard" on page
14.
Do not use a keyboard protector or
similar cover as the keyboard
includes ve
cooling.
Touch-sensitive pointing device.
The touchpad and selection buttons
f
orm a single surface.
Press down firmly on the touchpad
surface to perform a left click.
Press down firmly on the lower right
corner to perform a right click.
ntilation intakes for
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1
#IconItemDescription
Power indicator
4
Battery indicator
Indicates the computer’s power
atus.
st
Indicates battery status.
Charging: The
the battery is charging.
Fully charged: The
light is amber when
light is blue.
5
Left view
#IconItemDescription
1
Power button Turns the computer on and off.
Kensington lock
slot
Connects to a Kensingtoncompatible computer security
lock.
Wrap the computer security lock
le around an immovable
cab
object such as a table or handle
of a locked drawer.
Insert the lock into the notch and
turn the key to secure the lock.
Keyless models are also
available.
Your Acer notebook tour - 11
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Right view
#IconItemDescription
1
2
3
SD card reader
USB portConnects to USB devices.
Headset/speaker
jack
Accepts one Secure Digital card (SD
or SDHC).
Push to re
Only one card can operate at any
given time.
Connects to audio devices (e.g.,
speakers, head
with microphone.
move/install the card.
phones) or a headset
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123 45
Rear view
#IconItemDescription
1DC-in jackConnects to an AC adapter.
2
3HDMI port
4USB portConnects to USB devices.
5
Ethernet (RJ-45)
port
Ventilation and
cooling fan
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/
1000-based network.
Supports high-definition digital video
connections.
Allows the computer to stay cool.
Do not cover or obstruct the
openings.
Information on USB 3.0
• USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue.
• Compatible 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).
Base view
1
3
2
#IconItemDescription
Simulates removing and reinstalling
1
2SpeakersDeliver stereo audio output.
3
Battery reset
pinhole
Ventilation and
cooling vent
s
the
battery.
Insert a paperclip into the hole and
press f
Allows the computer to stay cool.
Do not cover or obstruct the
ope
or four seconds.
nings.
Your Acer notebook tour - 13
14 - Using the keyboard
USINGTHEKEYBOARD
The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad,
separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
Lock keyDescription
Caps Lock
Num Lock
<Fn> + <F11>
Scroll Lock
<Fn> + <F12>
When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters
typed are in uppercase.
When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in
numeric mode. The keys function as a calculator
(complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /).
Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric
data entry. A better solution would be to connect an
external keypad.
When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up
or down when you press the up or down arrow keys
respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some
applications.
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric
keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right
corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control
key symbols are not printed on the keys.
Desired accessNum Lock onNum Lock off
Number keys on
embedded keypad
Cursor-control keys
on embedded
keypad
Main keyboard
keys
Type numbers in a normal
manner.
Hold <Shift> while using
cursor-control keys.
Hold <Fn> while typing
letters on embedded
keypad.
Hold <Fn> while
using cursor-control
keys.
Type the letters in a
normal manner.
Using the keyboard - 15
Hotkeys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most
of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output.
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the
other key in the hotkey combination.
HotkeyIconFunctionDescription
<Fn> + <F3>Airplane mode
<Fn> + <F4>Sleep
<Fn> + <F5>Display toggle
<Fn> + <F6>Display off
<Fn> + <F7>
Touchpad
toggle
<Fn> + <F8>Speaker toggle
<Fn> + <F11>NumLk
<Fn> + <F12>Scr Lk
<Fn> + < >Brightness up
<Fn> + < >
Brightness
down
<Fn> + < >Volume upIncreases the sound volume.
Turns on / off the computer's
network devices.
Puts the computer in Sleep
mode.
Switches display output
between the display screen,
external monitor (if
connected) and both.
Turns the display screen
backlight off to save power.
Press any key to return.
Turns the built-in touchpad on
and off.
Turns the speakers on and
off.
Turns the embedded numeric
keypad on or off.
Turns the scroll lock feature
on or off.
Increases the screen
brightness.
Decreases the screen
brightness.
<Fn> + < >Volume downDecreases the sound volume.
16 - Using the keyboard
Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
KeyDescription
Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen or to
Windows key
Application
key
return to the last open app.
It can also be used with other keys for special
functions, please check Windows Help.
This key has the same effect as clicking the right
mouse button; it opens the application's context
menu.
TOUCHPAD
Note
Note
Touchpad basics
The touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you
slide your finger across the touchpad, the cursor will follow this
movement.
The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement; the lighter the touch, the better
the response. Please keep the touchpad and your fingers dry and clean.
The cursor is controlled by some basic gestures:
• Single-finger slide: Slide a finger across the touchpadto
move the cursor.
• Single-finger press or tap: Press the touchpad down, or
lightly tap the touchpad with your finger, to perform a 'click',
which will select or start an item. Quickly repeat the tap to perform a
double tap or 'double click'.
• Single-finger press in the bottom-right
corner: Press the bottom right corner of the
touchpad to perform a 'right click'. In the
Start screen, this will toggle the app
commands, in most apps this will open a
context menu related to the selected item.
• Drag: Press and hold the bottom left corner of the touchpad, or tap
twice anywhere on the touchtap, then slide a second finger across
the touchpad to select all items in an area.
Touchpad - 17
Touchpad gestures
Windows 8.1 and many applications support touchpad gestures that
use one or more fingers.
Support for touchpad gestures depends on the active application.
18 - Touchpad
This allows you to control applications with a few simple gestures,
such as:
• Swipe in from edge: Access Windows tools
by swiping into the center of the touchpad
from the right or left edge.
• Swipe in from right: Toggle the charms.
• Swipe in from left: Switch to the previous
app.
• Two-finger slide: Swiftly scroll through web pages,
documents and playlists by placing two fingers on the
touchpad and moving both in any direction.
• Two-finger pinch: Zoom in and out of photos, maps and
documents with a simple finger-and-thumb gesture.
Connecting to the Internet - 19
Note
CONNECTINGTOTHE INTERNET
Information in this section may not apply to your computer.
This chapter includes basic information on types of connections, and
getting connected to the Internet. For detailed information, please
refer to Network connections on page 61.
Connecting with a cable
Built-in network feature
The built-in network feature makes it easy for you to connect your
computer to the Internet using a cable.
But first, an Internet Service Provider (ISP) -- usually a phone or cable
company -- will have to go to your home or office to set up Internet
service. The ISP will install a small box, called a router, that will allow
you to connect to the Internet.
Once your router is set up, all you have to do is plug one end of a
network cable into the network port on your computer, and the other
end into a port on your router. (Refer to the image below.) Then, you'll
be ready to get online.
20 - Connecting to the Internet
Warning
Note
Connecting wirelessly
Connecting to a wireless LAN
A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is a wireless local area network, which can
link two or more computers without using wires. Once connected to
WLAN, you can access the Internet. You can also share files, other
devices, and even your Internet connection itself.
Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft may be prohibited. All
wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and
during take-off, as they may be dangerous to the operation of the
aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be illegal. You may turn on
your computer’s wireless devices only when informed that it is safe to
do so by the cabin crew.
Your computer's wireless connection is turned on by default and
Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during
setup. Select your network and enter the password if required.
Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that turns
the network connection on or off. You can use the network
management options to turn your wireless network on/off or control
what is shared over the network. From the Start screen, start typing
’wireless’ then select Connect to a network or Change Wi-Fi settings. Otherwise, open Internet Explorer and follow the
instructions.
Please refer to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or router documentation
for details on connecting to the Internet.
Connecting to the Internet - 21
Note
Connecting to a 3G network
If your computer has a SIM slot, you can connect to the Internet using
a 3G (cellular phone) network. To do this, you must have a compatible
SIM card and a data contract with your cellular provider.
Please contact your cellular provider for details on connecting to the Internet
via 3G.
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