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Acer Aspire S7-391

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Page 1: ...Acer Aspire S7 391 User s Manual ...

Page 3: ...m 38 Reinstalling drivers and applications 39 Returning to an earlier system snapshot 42 Returning your system to its factory condition 43 Recovering from Windows 44 Recovering from a recovery backup 48 Acer clear fi 52 Navigating media and photos 52 Shared files 53 Which devices are compatible 53 Playing to another device 54 Power management 55 Acer Green Instant On 55 Saving power 56 Battery pac...

Page 4: ... Serial Bus USB 84 BIOS utility 85 Boot sequence 85 Setting passwords 85 Frequently asked questions 86 Requesting service 88 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 90 Three concepts you might want to keep in mind 90 How do I access the charms 90 How do I get to Start 90 How do I jump between apps 91 How do I turn off my computer 91 Why is there a new interface 91 How do I unlock my computer 91 How do ...

Page 5: ... sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet Disconnecting the power source Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer If the system has multiple sources of power disco...

Page 6: ...ails Warning The grounding pin is a safety feature Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and or injury Note The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product The system can be powered using a wide range of voltages 100 to 120 or 220 to 24...

Page 7: ...leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices HDD Optical drive and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack The bottom surface areas around ventilation openings and AC adapter may get hot To avoid injury ensure they do not come in contact wit...

Page 8: ...t sunlight in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 C 140 F Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak acid become hot explode or ignite and cause injury and or damage Do not pierce open or disassemble the battery If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids rinse thoroughly with water and seek med...

Page 9: ... transmitting devices when using your laptop under the following conditions These devices may include but are not limited to wireless LAN WLAN Bluetooth and or 3G Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger Use the device only in its normal operating positions This device me...

Page 10: ...than 15 3 centimeters 6 inches from the pacemaker Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on If you suspect interference switch off your device and move it Hearing aids Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids If interference occurs consult your service provider VEHICLES RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded elect...

Page 11: ...oints such as near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked They include below deck on boats chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum...

Page 12: ...risks of climate change More information refers to www energystar gov or www energystar gov powermanagement Note Information in this section may not apply to your computer Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products produce less heat and reduce cooling loads in warmer climates automatically go into display Sleep and computer Sleep mode after 10 and 30 minutes of inactivity respectively wake from Sleep mod...

Page 13: ...partment The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips Refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture Avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward Stand up and walk around ...

Page 14: ...oint downward when looking at the middle of the display Adjust the display brightness and or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity Eliminate glare and reflections by placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds using a task light changing the display s viewin...

Page 15: ...ercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Warning We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed If this is unavoidable work for only short periods take breaks regularly and do some stretching exercises Note For more information please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 99 ...

Page 16: ...r 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 Desktop double click the Help icon and click User s Manual in the menu that opens Basic ...

Page 17: ...n 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 o...

Page 18: ... 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...

Page 19: ...Your Acer notebook tour 19 YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster let us show you around your new Acer computer Acer Aspire S7 391 ...

Page 20: ...20 Your Acer notebook tour Screen view Icon Item Description 1 Ambient light sensor Controls the keyboard and monitor backlights 2 Touchscreen Displays computer output supports multi touch input 2 1 4 3 ...

Page 21: ...ash The computer is in Standby Amber fast flash The computer is entering Hibernate Deep Sleep Battery indicator Indicates battery status Amber The battery is charging Blue The battery is fully charged 4 Webcam Web camera for video communication A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active Icon Item Description ...

Page 22: ...notebook tour Keyboard view 1 2 Icon Item Description 1 Keyboard For entering data into your computer Caution Do not use a keyboard protector or similar cover as the keyboard includes ventilation intakes for cooling ...

Page 23: ...icrophone for sound recording 2 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device The touchpad and selection buttons form 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 Icon Item Description ...

Page 24: ...uring location Secures the optional extended battery in place 3 HDMI Micro port Supports high definition digital video connections 4 Headset speaker jack Connects to audio devices e g speakers headphones or a headset with microphone 5 Power button Turns the computer on and off Note The computer will also turn on by opening the lid ...

Page 25: ...SB devices If a port is black it is USB 2 0 compatible if it is blue it is also USB 3 0 compatible see below 3 USB port with power off charging Information on USB 3 0 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 Supports power off USB charging allowing you to charge supported mobile devices whi...

Page 26: ...Base view 1 2 Icon Item Description 1 Battery reset pinhole Simulates removing and reinstalling the battery Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds to reset the computer 2 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output ...

Page 27: ...uchpad 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 Single finger press or tap 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...

Page 28: ...as Swipe in from edge Access Windows tools by swiping into the center of the touchpad from the right top or left Swipe in from right edge Toggle the charms Swipe in from top edge Toggle the app commands Swipe in from left edge 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 ...

Page 29: ...ness and volume output To activate hotkeys press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key s in the hotkey combination Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn Q Communication Enables disables the computer s communication devices Fn W Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode Fn E Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both Fn R Display o...

Page 30: ...s the brightness of the keyboard backlight Fn U I Backlight toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on and off Note This function is disabled if the light sensor detects a bright environment Fn O Rotate screen Rotates the image displayed on the screen Fn Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Fn Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness Fn Volume up Increases the sound volume Fn Volume do...

Page 31: ... BIOS Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Key Description Windows key Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen It can also be used with other keys for special functions please check Windows Help Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu ...

Page 32: ...installed Windows operating system Important We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon as possible In certain situations a full recovery will require a USB recovery backup Creating a recovery backup To reinstall from a USB storage drive you must first create a recovery backup The recovery backup includes the entire original contents of your comp...

Page 33: ...Recovery 33 1 From Start type Recovery and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps 2 Click Create Factory Default Backup The Recovery Drive window opens ...

Page 34: ...ity before continuing The recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage 4 You will be shown the backup progress on the screen 5 Follow the process until it completes 6 After creating the recovery backup you can choose to delete the recovery information on your computer If you delete this information you can only use the USB recovery backup to restore your computer if you lose or erase the USB...

Page 35: ...ke sure you keep the backup in a safe place that you will remember Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup that contains the factory loaded software and drivers needed by your computer you may use either a USB storage drive or if your computer features a DVD recorder one or more blank recordable DVDs ...

Page 36: ... From Start type Recovery and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps 2 Click Create Drivers and Applications Backup Plug in the USB drive or insert a blank DVD into the optical drive then click Next ...

Page 37: ...ake sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing If using DVDs it will also show the number of blank recordable discs you will need to complete the recovery discs Make sure that you have the required number of identical blank discs ...

Page 38: ...h backup such as Drivers and Applications Backup Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that you will remember Recovering your system To recover your system 1 Perform minor fixes If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers To reinstall software and drivers that were pre installed...

Page 39: ... your system to factory condition see Returning your system to its factory condition on page 43 Reinstalling drivers and applications As a troubleshooting step you may need to reinstall the applications and device drivers that came pre installed on your computer from the factory You can reinstall using either your hard drive or the backup you have created Other applications If you need to reinstal...

Page 40: ...f you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer From Start type Recovery and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications ...

Page 41: ...rom a Drivers and Applications Backup on a DVD or USB drive 1 Insert the Drivers and Applications Backup into the disc drive or connect it to a free USB port If you inserted a DVD wait for Acer Resource Center to start If Acer Resource Center does not start automatically press the Windows key E then double click on the optical drive icon If you are using a USB drive press the Windows key E then do...

Page 42: ...crosoft System Restore periodically takes a snapshot of your system settings and saves them as restore points In most cases of hard to resolve software problems you can return to one of these restore points to get your system running again Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day and also each time you install software or device drivers Note For more information about usi...

Page 43: ...sing the restore point you specified This process may take several minutes and may restart your computer Returning your system to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods you may need to reinstall everything to return your system to its factory condition You can recover from either your hard drive or the recovery backup you have created ...

Page 44: ... then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre installed on your system If you can access important files on your hard drive back them up now See Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management on page 45 Customized Restore will attempt to retain your files user data but will reinstall all software and drivers Software installed since you purchased your PC will be remov...

Page 45: ...tems a window opens with the option to restore either Windows 7 or Windows 8 If you choose Windows 7 your computer will restart and restore Windows 7 If you choose Windows 8 Reset your PC opens as described below Note To fully enjoy Windows 8 features after changing from Windows 7 enter the BIOS press Fn 2 when starting your computer and change Boot Mode to UEFI If you reinstall Windows 7 you must...

Page 46: ... drive completely cleans the drive after each file is erased so no files can be viewed after the recovery Cleaning the drive takes much longer up to 5 hours but is much more secure as old files are completely removed 5 Click Reset 6 The recovery process begins by restarting your computer then continues by copying files to your hard drive 7 After the recovery has finished you can start using your c...

Page 47: ...gement 1 Click Customized Restore Retain User Data 2 The Refresh your PC window opens 3 Click Next then Refresh 4 The recovery process begins by restarting your computer then continues by copying files to your hard drive This process takes about 30 minutes ...

Page 48: ...setting to Enabled d Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu e Depending on the type of BIOS your computer uses select Save Changes and Exit or Exit Saving Changes and press Enter Select OK or Yes to confirm f Your computer will restart 4 During startup press Fn to open the boot menu The boot menu allows you to select which device to start from select the USB drive a Use your arro...

Page 49: ...ur PC deletes everything on your hard drive then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre installed on your system If you can access important files on your hard drive back them up now See Reset your PC from the recovery backup on page 50 c Click Refresh your PC to start the refresh process Refresh your PC will attempt to retain your files user data but will reinstall all soft...

Page 50: ...ted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on the hard drive and want to keep these changes select No b To completely restore your computer to Factory Settings select Yes 5 Choose how to erase your files a Just remove my files quickly erases all files before restoring your computer and takes about 30 minutes b Fully clean the drive completely cleans the drive after each file is...

Page 51: ...irst start process Refresh your PC from the recovery backup 1 The Refresh your PC window opens 2 Click Next 3 Select the operating system to recover normally only one option is available 4 Click Refresh 5 The recovery process begins by restarting your computer then continues by copying files to your hard drive This process takes about 30 minutes ...

Page 52: ... Media to browse photos open clear fi Photo Important When you first open a clear fi application Windows Firewall will ask for permission to allow clear fi to access the network Select Allow Access in each window Navigating media and photos The list in the left panel shows your computer My Library then other devices if any are connected to your network Home Shared To view files on your computer se...

Page 53: ...ss the bottom of the screen to control playback For example when music is selected you can play pause or stop playback and adjust the volume Note You must activate sharing on the device that stores the files Open clear fi on the device that stores the files select Edit then make sure Share my library on local network is active Which devices are compatible Certified Acer devices with clear fi or DL...

Page 54: ... file Note Only devices optimised for playback are available in this list certain PCs and storage devices will not appear To add a Windows PC to this list open Windows Media Player select Stream and Allow remote control of my Player 3 Select a file in the main window then use the media controls in the bar across the bottom of the screen to control the remote device For more help go to http www ace...

Page 55: ...ur computer to wake up from Sleep mode in less than the time it takes to open the lid When you close the lid or leave your computer for a while your computer enters Sleep mode While the computer is in Sleep mode the power indicator LED will flash orange Open the lid or press any key to wake the computer from Sleep mode After a certain amount of time in Sleep mode the computer will automatically en...

Page 56: ...ss your computer will enter and stay in Sleep mode during times when it will be frequently accessed for example during working hours Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly but also uses a small amount of power to check for signals to start These checks will slowly drain your computer s battery If you prefer to reduce your computer s power requirements an...

Page 57: ... 1 Open the Desktop 2 Click Power Options in the Notification area 3 Select More Power Options 4 Select Choose what the power buttons do 5 To access Shutdown Settings select Change settings that are currently unavailable ...

Page 58: ...58 Power management 6 Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup 7 Select Save changes ...

Page 59: ...omputer However recharging with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Charging the battery To charge the battery first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to a mains power outlet You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is charging However charging the battery w...

Page 60: ... and discharged three times Use this conditioning process for all new batteries or if a battery hasn t been used for a long time Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge Failure to fol...

Page 61: ...advised to follow the suggestions set out below Use AC power whenever possible reserving battery for on the go use Eject a PC Card if it is not being used as it will continue to draw power for selected models Store your PC in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C 50 F to 30 C 86 F Higher temperatures cause the battery to self discharge faster Excessive recharging decreases the batte...

Page 62: ... the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then connect to the mains power supply 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly The AC adapter or a power outlet is unava...

Page 63: ...nal accessories 1 Save any open files 2 Remove discs from optical drive s 3 Shut down the computer 4 Close the display cover 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter 6 Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer Moving around When you are just moving within short distances ...

Page 64: ... the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn W Then close the display When you are ready to use the computer again open the display then press and release the power button Note The computer may enter Hibernation or Deep Sleep mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time What to bring to meetings If your meeting is relatively short you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than...

Page 65: ...compact discs from the drive s Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to take with you Unless you have some items at home take the followin...

Page 66: ...eater than 10 C 18 F allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly If possible leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home you may want to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid carrying the extra weight to and...

Page 67: ...les if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling Always take the computer as carry on luggage If possible have the computer inspected by hand Airport security X ray machines are safe but do not put the computer through a metal detector Traveling internationally w...

Page 68: ...siderations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these tips are useful when traveling internationally When traveling in another country check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible If not purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to...

Page 69: ...u must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility See BIOS utility on page 85 User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from Hibernation if available for maximum security Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkp...

Page 70: ...arning message appears Try again and press Enter When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly a...

Page 71: ...the selected wireless network To start Acer Theft Shield double click the Acer Theft Shield icon on Desktop or from Start simply start typing Acer Theft Shield to open Search and list the results Note Acer Theft Shield needs a Windows Log On password If you have not set a password you will be reminded to set one Once Acer Theft Shield is running you will be asked to select the type of detection yo...

Page 72: ...shown a QR Quick Reference code that you can scan using your phone The QR contains a link that will allow you to download the Android app to your phone Tip If you do not select to use an Android phone at this stage you can select to use an Android phone at any time from Settings on page 74 ...

Page 73: ...ng up Acer Theft Shield Click Start to turn on your notebook s Wi Fi hotspot feature this will allow your phone to detect the notebook Using Acer Theft Shield General Once you have selected the method to use you will be shown the General page which allows you to activate Acer Theft Shield and select a hotkey combination to activate Acer Theft Shield You can press the hotkey combination to protect ...

Page 74: ...one Tap Edit under Configure your notebook s Wi Fi hotspot network to change the SSID that your notebook will broadcast while linking to your Android cellphone You can also change the alarm notification duration from the drop down menu under Alarm mode settings Tip To view the QR code to download the Android app again click the icon ...

Page 75: ... Connect Instant Connect ensures a faster connection to any of the networks that your computer connects to most frequently Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is a wireless local area network which may link two or more computers without using wires Setting up a wireless network is easy and allows you to share files peripheral devices and an Internet connection What are benefits of a wireless ...

Page 76: ...ve the following Access point router Access points routers are two way transceivers that broadcast data into the surrounding environment Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network Most routers have a built in DSL modem that will allow you access to a high speed DSL internet connection The ISP Internet Service Provider you have chosen normally supplies a modem router with th...

Page 77: ...o use Bluetooth you must ensure the following 1 Bluetooth is enabled on both devices 2 Your devices are paired or connected Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must be enabled on both devices For your computer this may 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 Note Pl...

Page 78: ...sing a Bluetooth connection Then from the notification area click the Bluetooth icon and select Open Settings Select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box click Apply and then click OK ...

Page 79: ...e results click on Wireless 3 Click the toggle under Bluetooth to enable disable it Adding a Bluetooth device Every new device must first be paired with your computer s Bluetooth adapter This means it must first be authenticated for security purposes You only need to pair once After that simply turning on the Bluetooth adapter of both devices will connect them From the notification area click the ...

Page 80: ... Using a Bluetooth connection Click on the device you want to add A code displays on your computer which should match the code displayed on your device Select Yes Then accept the pairing from your device ...

Page 81: ...uts as in a headset the passcode is hardcoded into the device usually 0000 or 1234 Consult your device s user manual for more information Your device will show up in the list of devices if it was successfully paired Open the Control Panel and under Hardware and Sound click on View devices and printers Right cilck on your device and select Advanced Operations Connect to operation window ...

Page 82: ...82 Using a Bluetooth connection The operation window enables you to play music and audio from your device through your computer send files to your device and change Bluetooth settings ...

Page 83: ...ce between any compatible digital audio video source such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver and a compatible digital audio and or video monitor such as a digital television DTV over a single cable Use the HDMI Micro port on your computer to connect with high end audio and video equipment Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection ...

Page 84: ...84 Universal Serial Bus USB UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS USB The USB port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up system resources ...

Page 85: ...run it To activate the BIOS utility press Fn 2 during the POST while the computer logo is being displayed Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen Setting passwords To set a password on boot activate the BIOS utility then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the scre...

Page 86: ...may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet If it is lit check the following Is a disc in the optical drive Remove it and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system Do you have a USB storage device USB disk or smartphone plugged into your computer Unplug it ...

Page 87: ...k the following The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control speaker icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click the icon and deselect the Mute all option The volume level may be too low In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line...

Page 88: ... Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized ser...

Page 89: ...call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your support we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen or the number and sequence in the case of beeps You are required to provide the following information Name Addres...

Page 90: ...The Start button is no longer available you can launch apps from the Start screen 2 Tiles Live tiles are similar to thumbnails of the apps 3 Charms Charms allow you to perform useful functions such as sharing content turning off your PC or changing settings How do I access the charms Swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards How do I get to Start Press the Windows key or swipe the right hand...

Page 91: ...e screen and don t require closing in the traditional way Windows Store apps will be displayed on Start using live tiles What are live tiles Live tiles are similar to thumbnails of the app that will be updated with new content whenever you re connected to the Internet So for example you can view weather or stock updates without needing to open the app How do I unlock my computer Swipe the lock scr...

Page 92: ...hat you want it to appear Other tiles will be moved to accommodate the tile in its new location Can I make tiles bigger or smaller Tap and drag the tile downwards and release it Select Smaller or Larger from the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen How do I personalize the Lock screen You can personalize the lock screen with a different image or to show you quick status and notifications ...

Page 93: ...Windows in the way that I m used to give me my desktop back From Start tap the Desktop tile to see a traditional desktop You can pin apps you frequently use to the taskbar to easily open them If you click a app that is not a Windows Store app Windows will automatically open the app using Desktop Where are my apps Swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search type the name of the a...

Page 94: ...n Desktop If you re in All apps and you want to make a app appear on the taskbar in Desktop tap and drag the app downwards and release it Select Pin to taskbar from the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen How do I install apps You can download Windows Store apps from Store You will need to have a Microsoft ID to purchase and download apps from Store I can t find apps like Notepad and Pai...

Page 95: ...es life easier because you can sync data across different machines you sign in to using a Microsoft ID How do I get one If you ve already installed Windows 8 and didn t sign in with a Microsoft account or you don t have a Microsoft account and want to get one swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings Change PC settings Users Switch to a Microsoft account and follow the onscr...

Page 96: ... hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings Change PC settings Windows Updates Tap Check for updates now Where can I get more information For more information please visit the following pages Windows 8 tutorials www acer com windows8 tutorial Support FAQs www acer com support ...

Page 97: ...ror message reports to help you solve problems If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 88 Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together wit...

Page 98: ...reboot Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Hard disk 0 extended type error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center I O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard error or no keyboard connected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center M...

Page 99: ... television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or...

Page 100: ... precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction RADIO DEVICE REGULATORY NOTICES Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be ...

Page 101: ...ween 2446 5 MHz and 2483 5 MHz Note Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446 6 MHz to 2483 5 MHz There are few possibilities for outdoor use On private property or on the private property of public persons use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense with maximum authorized power of 100 mW in the 2446 5 2483 5 MHz band Use outdoors on public p...

Page 102: ... www art telecom fr Note Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100 mW but more than 10 mW 01 Ain Orientales 02 Aisne 03 Allier 05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Ariege 11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente 24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 Drome 32 Gers 36 Indre 37 Indre et Loire 41 Loir et Cher 45 Loret 50 Manche 55 Meuse 58 Nievre 59 Nord 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy Du Dome 64 Pyrenees Atlantique 66 Pyrenees 67 Bas Rhin 68...

Page 103: ... general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s website at www hc sc gc ca rpb Country Austria Belgium Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Ireland Italy Latvia Lithuania Luxembourg ISO 3166 2 letter code AT BE CY CZ DK EE FI FR DE GR HU IE IT LV LT LU Country Malta Netherlands Poland Portugal Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden United Ki...

Page 104: ...t être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal Si le matériel ou son antenne d émission est installé à l extérieur il doit faire l objet d une licence Caution When using IEEE 802 11a wireless LAN this product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for the frequenc...

Page 105: ...r the integrated wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons Note The wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to ensure good quality radiocommunication 1 This device is restricted to indoor use...

Page 106: ...lding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB 003 No 4 et CNR 210 No 4 Dec 2000 et No 5 Nov 2001 Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit être utilisé a l intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran ...

Page 107: ... 107 The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this device is 6 dBi in order to comply with the E I R P limit for the 5 25 to 5 35 and 5 725 to 5 85 GHz frequency range in point to point operation ...

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