Acer DT.VRDEK.062 User Manual

Veriton Desktop Computer

User’s Manual

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This revision: October 2017

1.Ensure you are connected to the Internet.

2.Open www.acer.com and select your country.

3.Click REGISTER A PRODUCT.

4.Sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already have an Acer ID.

Register your Acer product

After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with important data. Keep this email in a safe place.

Manage your registered products

Once you have completed the registration process, you can log onto account.acer.com using your Acer ID and password to see and manage all your registered products.

Note: It may take a few days for your information to be updated to the database.

Important

This manual contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright laws. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Images provided herein are for reference only and may contain information or features that do not apply to your computer. Acer Group shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual.

Model number: _________________________________

Serial number: _________________________________

Date of purchase: ______________________________

Place of purchase: ______________________________

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Register your Acer product .........................	2
Manage your registered products ...............	2
First things first	5
Your guides .............................................	5
Basic care and tips for using your
computer..................................................	5
Turning your computer off...........................	5
Taking care of your computer .....................	6
Power cord information...............................	6
Cleaning and servicing................................	7
Connecting to the Internet	8
Connecting to a wireless network............	8
Connecting to a wireless LAN.....................	8
Connecting with a cable ........................	12
Built-in network feature .............................	12
Acer ProShield	14
Overview................................................	14
Setting up Acer ProShield .....................	14
Personal Secure Drive..............................	16
Credential Manager...............................	16
Data Protection......................................	17
Data Removal........................................	17
BIOS utility	19
Boot sequence.......................................	19
Setting passwords .................................	19
Securing your computer	20
Using passwords ...................................	20
Entering passwords ..................................	20
Power management	22
Saving power.........................................	22

Ports and connectors	25
Information on USB 3.0.............................	26
Rear panel audio ports..............................	26
Micro USB	27
Memory card reader	28
Connectivity options...............................	28
Video and audio connectors	30
HDMI	31
HDMI Micro	32
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	33
Frequently asked questions	35
Requesting service ................................	37
Tips and hints for using Windows 10.....	39
How do I get to Start? ...............................	39
How do I turn off my computer?................	39
How do I unlock my computer?.................	39
How do I set the alarm?............................	41
Where are my apps?.................................	42
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?.............	42
How do I check for Windows updates?.....	43
Where can I get more information?...........	43
Troubleshooting.....................................	44
Troubleshooting tips..................................	44
Error messages.........................................	44
Internet and online security	46
First steps on the net .............................	46
Protecting your computer..........................	46
Choose an Internet Service Provider........	46
Network connections.................................	48
Surf the Net!..............................................	49
Internet security software..........................	50
Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies	54

Getting started...

In this section you will find:

•Useful information on caring for your computer and your health

•How to create recovery backups

•Guidelines for connecting to a network

•Information on using Acer’s bundled software

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

We would like to thank you for making this Acer desktop computer your choice for meeting your computing needs.

Your guides

To help you use your Acer desktop computer, we have designed a set of guides:

First off, the Setup Guide (or Setup Poster) 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.

To download the User’s Manual, you must first be connected to the internet. Open Acer Care Center from the desktop and click on the link under Support. The link will open the Acer Service & Support webpage. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. You may also download and install the Acer identification tool that will automatically detect this information and allow you to copy it to the clipboard. Once you have found your product model, select Documents and select your language to download the User’s Manual.

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 or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down.

•Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >

Shut down.

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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 to Sleep by doing any of the following:

•Press the power button.

•Press the sleep hotkey <cross-ref to keyboard section>.

•Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select

Power > Sleep.

•Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >

Sleep.

Note

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.

Power cord information

Here are some ways to take care of your power cord:

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•Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Route the power cord and any cables away from where people walk.

•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.Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

If your computer is dropped or visibly damaged, or does not work normally, please contact your nearest authorized Acer service center. For more information, please See Frequently asked questions on page 35.

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CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET

This chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connected to the internet. Some of this information may not apply to your computer. For detailed information, please refer to

Network connections on page 48.

Your computer’s built-in network features make it easy for you to connect your computer to the internet using a cable or a wireless connection.

First though, in order to connect to the internet, you’ll need to sign up for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- usually a phone or cable company -- that will have to go to your home or office to set up internet service. The ISP will install a small box, a router or modem, that will allow you to connect to the internet.

Connecting to a wireless network

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.

Warning

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 computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that turns the network connection on or off. You can use the network management

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options to turn your wireless network on/off or control what is shared over the network.

To connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below.

1.Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of your choice. Make a note of the wireless network’s name and password (if necessary). If you are trying to connect to a public network (such as at a coffeeshop), make sure you have the wireless network’s name.

Note

Please refer to your ISP or router documentation for details on connecting to the internet.

2.In the icon tray in the lower right-hand corner of the screen, select the Notifications icon to open the Notifications pane.

3.Select All settings.

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4.Select Network & internet.

5.You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use.

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6.Once you select a wireless network, select Connect.

7.If required, enter the network’s password.

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Connecting with a cable

Built-in network feature

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.

Keeping your computer

and data safe...

In this section you will find:

•How to secure your computer

•Setting passwords

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ACER PROSHIELD

Overview

An all-in-one security solution, Acer ProShield provides an embedded security solution to address the following points of vulnerability:

•Securing the device against unauthorized access

•Protecting local storage

•Securing the network

Acer ProShield includes four modules that will secure your device from unauthorized access and intrusion.

Note

Your computer may not have all the modules mentioned below. Please refer to your computer’s specifications to confirm which modules are supported.

•Credential Manager - Password, Online accounts configuration

•Data Protection - Personal secure drive, file and folder encryption

•Data Removal - File shredder

•Information - About this software

Setting up Acer ProShield

The first time you run Acer ProShield, you will be led through a setup wizard that allows you to set up the parameters for Acer ProShield.

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Click Start to begin. You will be required to set a password, and can choose to create a Personal Secure Drive.

Note

Select a password that you will remember, but is difficult to guess. Do not use words that can be found in a dictionary. It is advisable to use a combination of letters and numbers.

Once you have set a password, you can click Next to proceed to setting up a Personal Secure Drive or click Finish to exit the wizard.

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Personal Secure Drive

The Personal Secure Disk (PSD) is a secure section of your hard disk where you can save files. You can only get access to the PSD via password authentication.

Once setup is finished, you can go to the ProShield Console to manage your computer or make changes to the settings.

Use the menu in the left-hand pane to make changes.

Credential Manager

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Here you can set and manage your credentials, including Pre-boot authentication.

You can change your ProShield and Windows passwords, register fingerprints, manage online account information, and back up or restore credential information.

Data Protection

Here you can select files for encryption or decryption, and manage your Personal Secure Drive.

Data Removal

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