Acer Enduro T1 User manual

USER’S MANUAL

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© 2020. All Rights Reserved. Acer ENDURO T1

Covers: ET110-31W This revision: March 2020

Important

This manual contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright laws. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Some features described in this manual may not be supported depending on the Operating System version. 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.

Register your Acer product

If your new device runs on Windows OS, you may have had your product registered automatically while you start up your device with Windows OS.

Log in at www.acer.com/myproducts with the email address you registered for Windows OS to review your product record. (Reset your password if you do not know it.)

If the record is not found, please follow the steps below to register.

1.Ensure you are connected to the Internet.

2.Go to www.acer.com/register-product.

3.Sign in or sign up for an Acer ID.

4.Enter S/N or SNID of your device to register it.

Model number: _________________________________

Serial number: _________________________________

Date of purchase: ______________________________

Place of purchase: ______________________________

Table of contents - 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

First things first	6
Your guides .............................................	6
Basic care and tips for using your
computer..................................................	6
Turning your computer off...........................	6
Taking care of your computer .....................	7
Taking care of your AC adapter..................	7
Cleaning and servicing................................	8

Power management	41
Saving power.........................................	41
Battery pack	43
Battery characteristics ...........................	43
Charging the battery .................................	43
Optimizing battery life ...............................	44
Checking the battery level.........................	45
Battery-low warning ..................................	45

Your Acer Computer tour	9
Screen view.............................................	9
Left view...........................	10
Right view .........................	11
USB Type-C information...........................	11
USB 3.2 Gen 1 information.......................	11
Top view ................................................	12
Bottom view...........................................	12
Base view ..............................................	13
Keyboard view (optional).......................	14
Using the keyboard	15
Lock keys...............................................	15
Hotkeys..................................................	15
Using the Precision Touchpad	17
Touchpad gestures................................	17
Changing touchpad settings..................	19
Recovery	20
Creating a factory default backup..........	20
Backing up your wireless and LAN
drivers....................................................	24
Restoring your computer .......................	24
Reset this PC and keep my files...............	25
Reset this PC and remove everything ......	26
Using a Bluetooth connection	30
Enabling and disabling Bluetooth ..........	30
Enable Bluetooth and add a device ..........	30
Connecting to the Internet	32
Connecting to a wireless network..........	32
Connecting to a wireless LAN...................	32
Near Field Communication	35
Bluelight Shield	36
Securing your computer	38
Using passwords ...................................	38
Entering passwords ..................................	38
BIOS utility	40
Boot sequence.......................................	40
Setting passwords .................................	40

Traveling with your computer	46
Disconnecting from the desktop ............	46
Moving around.......................................	46
Preparing the computer ............................	46
What to bring to meetings.........................	47
Taking the computer home....................	47
Preparing the computer ............................	47
What to take with you................................	47
Special considerations..............................	48
Setting up a home office ...........................	48
Traveling with the computer...................	48
Preparing the computer ............................	49
What to take with you................................	49
Special considerations..............................	49
Traveling internationally.........................	49
Preparing the computer ............................	49
What to bring with you ..............................	49
Special considerations..............................	50
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	52
USB Type-C port	53
MicroSD card reader	54
Video and audio connectors	55
Connecting a monitor.............................	55
Headphones and microphone................	55
HDMI Micro	56
Frequently asked questions	58
Requesting service ................................	60
Tips and hints for using Windows 10.....	61
How do I get to Start? ...............................	61
How do I turn off my computer?................	61
How do I unlock my computer?.................	61
How do I set the alarm?............................	62
Where are my apps?.................................	63
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?.............	64
How do I check for Windows updates?.....	65
Where can I get more information?...........	65
Troubleshooting.....................................	66
Troubleshooting tips..................................	66
Error messages.........................................	66
Internet and online security	68
First steps on the net .............................	68

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Protecting your computer..........................	68
Choose an Internet Service Provider........	68
Network connections.................................	70

Surf the Net!..............................................	71
Internet security software..........................	72

Getting started...

In this section you will find:

•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

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

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

Your guides

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

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.

Once you have connected to the internet, you can download updates for your computer from:

http://go.acer.com/?id=17883

1.The link will open the Acer Support webpage.

2.Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model.

3.From this page you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will automatically detect your computer’s serial number and SNID and allow you to copy it to the clipboard.

4.Once you have found your product model, any updates, or documents will be listed.

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 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 up to ten 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.

•Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acerapproved adapter to power your device.

•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:

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•Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

•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.Disconnect the AC adapter.

3.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.

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YOUR ACER COMPUTER TOUR

After setting up your computer, let us show you around your new Acer computer.

Screen view

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	#	Icon	Item	Description
	1		LED indicator	Indicates the computer’s battery
				status.
	2		Front camera	Camera for video communication or
				taking photos.
	3		Touchscreen	Displays computer output, supports
				multi-touch input.
				Press to turn the computer on and
				off.
	4		Power button	NOTE:Do not press the power button
				repeatedly. Only press it to activate
				the device after the current function is
				completed.
	5	+/-	Volume buttons	Adjust the system volume.
	6	P/F	Programmable	Assign a function to a key.
			keys	(configuration may vary by model).

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	#	Icon	Item	Description
				Pressed alone it returns to the Start
7			Windows key	screen or to return to the last open
				app.
8			Microphone	Internals digital microphones for
				sound recording.

Left view

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#	Icon	Item	Description
1		USB port	Connects to USB devices.
		Micro SD card	Accepts one Secure Digital
2	MICRO-SD		(microSD) card.
		reader	Only one card can operate at a time.
3		Headset jack	Connects to audio devices (e.g.,
			speakers, headphones)

Note

Your computer comes with port covers. The port covers protect your computer and reduce dust accumulation. Lift the edge of the port cover to access the slot.

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Right view

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#	Icon Item				Description
					Connects to the provided USB Type-
1				USB Type-C port	C power adapter and to USB devices
				with DC-in	with a USB Type-C connector.
					Supports DisplayPort™ over USB-C™.
2				USB port	Connects to USB devices.
3				Micro HDMI port	Supports high-definition digital video
					connections.

Note

Your computer comes with port covers. The port covers protect your computer and reduce dust accumulation. Lift the edge of the port cover to access the slot.

USB Type-C information

•USB 3.2 Gen 1 with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.

•Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output.

•DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 45 W at 12~19 V.

For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 information

•USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue.

•Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and earlier devices.

•For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices.

•Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB).

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Top view

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#	Icon Item			Description
				Align the two hooks of the accessory
1			Hang buckles	with the two corresponding holes on
				the tablet.

Bottom view

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	#	Icon Item	Description
	1	Location holes	Attach the tablet to the dock and
			keep the tablet secured in place.
	2	Keyboard	Connects to the keyboard.
		connector

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Base view

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	#	Icon Item	Description
	1	Barcode	1D/2D barcode scanner
		scanner(optional)
	2	Rear camera	Camera for video communication or
			taking photos.
	3	Speaker	Delivers stereo audio output.
	4	NFC transmitter	Communicates with another NFC
		(optional)	enabled device.
			Align the two hooks of the accessory
	5	Metal buckles	with the two corresponding holes on
			the tablet.

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Keyboard view (optional)

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	#	Icon Item	Description
	1	Location hooks	Attach the tablet to the dock and
			keep the tablet secured in place.
	2	Keyboard	Connects to the keyboard.
		connector

For entering data into your computer.

3Keyboard See "Using the keyboard" on page

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Touch-sensitive pointing device.

The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface.

4Touchpad 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.

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USING THE KEYBOARD

The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows keys and hotkeys.

Lock keys

The keyboard has lock keys which you can use to turn keyboard functions on and off.

	Lock key	Description
	Caps Lock	When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters
		typed are in uppercase.
		When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line
	Scroll Lock	up or down when you press the up or down arrow
		keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with
		some applications.

Hotkeys

To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.

Hotkey	Icon Function						Description
Fn + F1						Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
Fn + F2						Volume down	Decreases the sound volume.
Fn + F3						Volume up	Increases the sound volume.
Fn + F4						Play/Pause	Plays or pauses a selected
							media file.
Fn + F5						Search	Opens the search box in
							browser.
							Switches display output
Fn + F6						Display toggle	between the display screen,
							external monitor (if connected)
							and both.
Fn + F7						Wireless	Shows connected wireless
						device	devices.

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	Hotkey	Icon	Function	Description
	Fn + F8		Settings	Activates Windows Settings
				options.
	Fn + F9		Brightness	Decreases the screen
			down	brightness.
	Fn + F10		Brightness up	Increases the screen
				brightness.
	Fn + F11		Mail	Activates the default email.
	Fn + F12	Scroll	Scroll Lock	Turns Scroll Lock on or off.
		Lock
	Fn +	Home	Home	Scrolls to the beginning of a
				document.
	Fn +	End	End	Scrolls to the end of a
				document.
	Fn +	PgUp	Page up	Scrolls up a page in a
				document.
	Fn +	PgDn	Page down	Scrolls down a page in a
				document.

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USING THE PRECISION TOUCHPAD

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 Precision Touchpad (PTP) is designed to provide a more uniform, smooth, and accurate touchpad experience. Many applications support precision touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers, however, some gestures may not be supported by the specific application or program you are using.

Touchpad gestures

Single-finger slide

Slide a finger across the touchpad to 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'.

Two-finger press

Lightly tap the touchpad with two fingers 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.

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.

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Three-finger press

Lightly tap the touchpad with three fingers to open the

Search Windows.

Three-finger swipe

Swipe across the touchpad with three fingers.

•Swipe up to open Task View. Move the cursor over a window and tap the touchpad to select that window, or swipe downwards to exit Task View.

•Swipe down to minimize all open windows and show Desktop; swipe upwards to restore the minimized windows.

•Swipe left or right to switch between open windows.

Four-finger press

Lightly tap the touchpad with four fingers to open the

Action Center.

Four-finger swipe

Swipe across the touchpad with four fingers.

•Swipe up to open Task View. Move the cursor over a window and tap the touchpad to select that window, or swipe downwards to exit Task View.

•Swipe down to minimize all open windows and show Desktop; swipe upwards to restore the minimized windows.

The precision touchpad includes added technology features that help recognize and prevent unintentional gestures such as accidental taps, gestures, and pointer movement.

Note

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.

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Changing touchpad settings

To change the touchpad settings to suit your personal requirements, please do the following.

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

2.Select All settings.

3.Select Devices > Touchpad

4.Now you can adjust the settings to suit your personal needs. You can switch off the touchpad if you prefer to use a mouse. Or you can adjust the touchpad sensitivity to suit your needs. Scroll down to see more settings.

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RECOVERY

If you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? on page 57) do not help, you can recover your computer.

This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer provides Acer ControlCenter, which allows you to reset your PC, refresh your PC, or create a factory default backup. If you cannot access Acer ControlCenter, click Settings in the Start menu, select

Update & Security and then click Recovery.

Note

Acer ControlCenter vary depending on model or Operating System.

Important

We recommend that you create a Factory Default Backup as soon as possible. In certain situations a full recovery will require a USB recovery backup.

Creating a factory default backup

Recovery Management allows you to quickly and easily back up your operating system, installed apps and data.

Note

Since the recovery backup requires at least 8 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of 16 GB or larger.

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1.From Start, select Control Center then Recovery Management.

2.Select the Backup tab and click Get started for Create backup to open the Backup window.

3.If you would like to backup not only your files but also the entire system, select Go to Backup and Restore (Windows 7).

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4.Select Security and Maintenance in the left pane.

5.Select Recovery to open the Advanced recovery tools window.

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6.Select Create a recovery drive to open the Recovery Drive window.

7.Make sure Back up system files to the recovery drive is selected and click Next.