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16 - First things first

• Tap the

Settings

charm >

Power

Shut down

To turn the power off (to get into BIOS upon reboot), do the following:
• Tap the

Settings

charm >

Change PC settings

General

. Under

"Advanced startup", tap

Restart now

. The "Choose an option" screen

displays. Tap

Turn off your PC

Note

See "BIOS utility" on page 94

for more information.

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

Sleep mode

by:

• Pressing the power button.
- OR -
• Tapping the

Settings

charm >

Power

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 (the power button’s battery LED should be off). 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.

Summary of Contents for W701

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Page 3: ...r into the keyboard cover 33 Removing the computer from the keyboard cover 34 Using the keyboard 35 Pairing with the ICONIA W7 36 Charging the keyboard 37 Troubleshooting 37 Cradle 37 Front view 38 Back view stand not shown 39 Left view stand not shown 40 Connecting the computer to the cradle 41 Universal Serial Bus USB 44 HDMI Micro 45 Using the virtual keyboard 46 Wireless networks 48 Connecting...

Page 4: ...t I m used to give me my desktop back 72 Where are my apps 72 What is a Microsoft ID account 74 How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer 74 How do I check for Windows updates 75 Where can I get more information 75 Troubleshooting 76 Troubleshooting tips 76 Error messages 76 Recovery 78 Creating a recovery backup 78 Creating a drivers and applications backup 81 Recovering your system 84 Reinsta...

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: ... 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 240 V AC The power cord included wi...

Page 7: ...rough cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unex...

Page 8: ...ore or leave your product in or near a heat source in a high temperature location in strong direct 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 batter...

Page 9: ...of used batteries RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE Warning For safety reasons turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your computer 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 whe...

Page 10: ...aker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research Persons with pacemakers should do the following Always keep the device more 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 interfere...

Page 11: ...ive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in...

Page 12: ...ysical injury Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders The following symptoms may appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back Numbness or a burning or tingling sensation Aching soreness or tenderness Pain swelling or throbbing Stiffness or tightness Coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms or any other...

Page 13: ...lays could stress your eyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain Eyes Rest your eyes frequently Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Display Keep your display clean Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward...

Page 14: ... habits The following work habits make computer use more relaxing and productive Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise 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 ...

Page 15: ...led information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and troubleshooting In addition it contains general regulations and safety notices for your computer It is available in Apps swipe upwards from the bottom of the screen and tap All apps then tap Acer User s Manual from the list Alternatively swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search tap the te...

Page 16: ...essing the power button OR Tapping the Settings charm Power 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 the power button s battery LED should be off 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 se...

Page 17: ...our 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...

Page 18: ...r 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 Please refer to Frequently asked questions on page 65 ...

Page 19: ...your new Acer computer You can enter information into you new computer via the touchscreen Computer Your device contains two optional components the keyboard cover and cradle The following set of images will show you all of these The views are labeled as if you are holding the computer with the screen towards you and the camera at the top ...

Page 20: ... light Lights up when camera is active 2 Integrated webcam Web camera for video communication 3 Windows key Press once to open the Start menu Note Display orientation may be fixed when apps designed for a specific orientation are running These include games and other full screen apps ...

Page 21: ...hen making video calls you should always hold the computer in landscape orientation Back view No Item Description 1 Integrated webcam Web camera for video communication 2 Camera indicator light Lights up when camera is active 1 2 ...

Page 22: ...M card slot optional Accepts a 3G micro SIM card for 3G connectivity Insert a 3G SIM card to enable 3G communication The SIM card connectors need to face up towards the screen 2 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer to stay cool Do not cover or obstruct the openings ...

Page 23: ...r 23 Bottom view RESET 2 1 No Item Description 1 Reset Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds to reset the computer simulates removing and reinstalling the battery 2 Speakers Delivers stereo audio output ...

Page 24: ... 1 microSD card slot Insert a microSD card into the slot 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 3 micro HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections 4 USB 3 0 port Connects to USB devices A USB 3 0 port can be distinguished by its blue connector see below ...

Page 25: ...in jack Connects to an AC adapter 6 Power button Press to turn the computer on press again to place the computer in Sleep mode Press and hold to turn the computer off Battery LED Indicates the computer s battery status See table below 7 Volume key Press to increase or decrease volume 8 Headset speaker jack Connects to audio devices e g speakers headphones or a headset with microphone No Icon Item ...

Page 26: ...ore turning off Amber Steady The computer is charging and plugged in Amber On briefly The computer is not fully charged and running on battery power After pressing the power button the amber LED stays lit for a few seconds before turning off Amber Blinking The battery is critically low or abnormal battery situation Off The computer is off Environment Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C Non operating...

Page 27: ...puter 1 Make sure your computer is turned off 2 Insert the micro SIM card When fully inserted the micro SIM card will click into place 3 Turn on your computer Note Ensure that the micro SIM card is inserted all the way into the card slot Caution Turn off your computer before installing or removing a micro SIM card You may damage the card or your computer if power it still on Your computer supports...

Page 28: ...ngs Networks icon 2 Select your data connection from the list of networks 3 Select Connect 4 If your SIM requires a password you will now be asked to enter the SIM password contact your network provider if you do not have it 5 Select Next Note The computer itself may come with a SIM card lock meaning you will only be able to use the SIM card provided by your network operator To cancel the SIM lock...

Page 29: ...twork If you encounter issues connecting to a 3G Internet connection please follow the steps below Note Before setting your 3G connection please unlock your SIM card s password if unsure how contact your 3G service provider for details 1 Swipe the right hand edge of screen inwards and then tap the Settings charm 2 Tap the Network connection icon 3 Long tap your 3G service provider to bring up the ...

Page 30: ... Tap View connection properties and then tap the Profile tab 5 Set the Access point to Custom and then enter the Access Point name APN User name and Password information For this information please contact your 3G service provider ...

Page 31: ...oard cover Note The keyboard cover s tablet holder is made out of moldable rubber As such small warped areas may occur with use This does not affect the holder s effectiveness Keyboard front view 2 3 5 1 4 No Icon Item Description 1 Battery LED Indicates the keyboard s battery status see table below ...

Page 32: ...ged in and the battery is critically low or there is an abnormal state Orange blinking The keyboard is in pairing mode the function LED also blinks 2 Power button Turns the keyboard on and off 3 USB connector Use the provided USB charging cable to charge the keyboard s embedded battery See Inserting the computer into the keyboard cover on page 33 4 Function LED Indicates the keyboard s function st...

Page 33: ...mputer s controls like settings and volume output To activate hotkeys press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination Inserting the computer into the keyboard cover Note Always use caution when using and transporting the keyboard cover Acer recommends using two hands when holding the keyboard case 1 Open the keyboard case on a flat surface 2 Place the bottom part ...

Page 34: ...ter tour 4 Place the holder into the keyboard s channel to put the computer in position Note To avoid possible damage do not carry the holder with the computer facing outside Removing the computer from the keyboard cover ...

Page 35: ...7 You only need to turn on the keyboard and the ICONIA W7 Bluetooth function by doing the following 1 Tap the Settings charm Change PC settings Wireless 2 Under Wireless devices ensure the Bluetooth switch is set to On 3 Press and hold the keyboard s Power button until the function LED comes on the function LED will turn on for 5 seconds and then turn off 4 To turn off the keyboard press and hold ...

Page 36: ...eyboard may vary 3 Press and hold the Power button until both the battery and the function LEDs blink repeatedly Release the Power button The keyboard is now in pairing mode Note The keyboard stays in pairing mode for three minutes 4 Tap Add a device The ICONIA W7 searches for any available Bluetooth devices to pair with 5 Once it finds the Bluetooth Keyboard tap it Note The name of the keyboard m...

Page 37: ...e it is charging Note The tablet must be on for the keyboard to charge Troubleshooting Q My keyboard doesn t do anything when I press the keys A There could be several reasons for this Check the following 1 The keyboard may be turned off Press and hold the keyboard s Power button until the function LED comes on the function LED will turn on for 5 seconds and then turn off If the function LED blink...

Page 38: ...38 Your Acer computer tour Front view 1 2 No Icon Item Description 1 USB connector Connects to the computer s USB port 2 DC out jack Provides power from the cradle to the computer ...

Page 39: ...tour 39 Back view stand not shown 2 1 No Item Description 1 Portrait view slot Insert the stand here to rest the computer in portrait view 2 Landscape view slot Insert the stand here to rest the computer in landscape view ...

Page 40: ... Left view stand not shown 1 2 No Icon Item Description 1 USB 3 0 ports Connect to USB devices A USB 3 0 port can be distinguished by its blue connector see below To use the cradle s USB ports you must plug in the power adapter ...

Page 41: ...adle This multi position cradle makes it simple to dock your computer because you don t have to worry about aligning ports and connectors or placing the computer at the correct angle To insert the computer into the cradle do the following 1 Place the cradle in landscape view Place the computer into the cradle s channel with the Windows key at the bottom The cradle s USB 2 DC in jack Provides power...

Page 42: ... computer tour connector and DC out jack are now aligned with the computer s USB port and DC in jack 2 Slide the computer to the left until it stops the cradle s USB connector and DC out jack should NOT be visible ...

Page 43: ... computer from the cradle do the following 1 Place the cradle in landscape view Hold the cradle with one hand and push the computer as shown 2 Ensure the computer has cleared the cradle s USB connector and lift the computer out of the cradle ...

Page 44: ...44 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 45: ...dio 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 Note A HDMI Micro to HDMI adapter is only included with certain models...

Page 46: ...keyboard USING THE VIRTUAL KEYBOARD Microsoft Windows provides a convenient virtual keyboard for entering data There are several ways to display the keyboard Tap inside any text field to display the Windows virtual keyboard ...

Page 47: ...Using the virtual keyboard 47 From Desktop tap the Keyboard icon in the system tray to display the keyboard Tap the x in the keyboard s top right corner to close the keyboard ...

Page 48: ...er documentation 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 network Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you and other users of your home network to share access to fi...

Page 49: ...ccess 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 the subscription to their services Read ...

Page 50: ... 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 51: ...cross 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 Most devices with clear fi or DLNA soft...

Page 52: ...lect the remote device that will be used to play the 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 contro...

Page 53: ...luding When the device is attached to the cradle With an HDMI cable is plugged in When programs designed for a specific orientation are running Note You are advised to keep your device in landscape orientation with the webcam above the screen while you are making a video call Please rotate your display to the landscape orientation and use the lock switch to set the orientation before starting a vi...

Page 54: ... Acer Green Instant On feature allows your 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...

Page 55: ...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 56: ... 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 57: ...Power management 57 6 Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup 7 Select Save changes ...

Page 58: ... recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer However recharging with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Charging the battery The preferred method of charging your computer is to use the bundled cradle Plug the AC adapter into the cradle and connect to a power outlet Insert the computer into the cradle See Connecting the computer to the cradle ...

Page 59: ...y until the battery low warning appears 5 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged 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 ma...

Page 60: ...g battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are 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...

Page 61: ...sible after the battery low warning appears Data will be lost if the battery becomes fully depleted and the computer shuts down When the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter the cradle and a power outlet are available 1 Plug the AC adapter into the cradle and then connect to the mains power supply 2 Inser...

Page 62: ...r 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 unavailable 1 Save all necessary files 2 Close all applications 3 Turn off the computer Situation Recommended Action ...

Page 63: ...u must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility See BIOS utility on page 94 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 64: ...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 After each failed attempt press the Windows key to try again If you fail to en...

Page 65: ...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 cradle and to the power outlet Also make sure the computer fits snug into the cradle Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press the power button to turn the display ba...

Page 66: ...external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off Windows Store app installation Some Windows 8 apps may not install from the Windows Store even if there is a network connection Two common solutions include the following Updating your app 1 Push the Windows key on your tablet and tap Store to open the Windows Store 2 Swipe in from the...

Page 67: ...broadband from start to finish In addition Microsoft provides an apps troubleshooter which attempts to detect and fix Windows Store app issues You can download it from the following link http go microsoft com fwlink LinkId 268423 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 ...

Page 68: ...ide Please visit www acer com Before you call Please have the following information available when you 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 num...

Page 69: ...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 70: ... 8 is designed to work well with touch input Windows Store apps will automatically use the whole 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 ...

Page 71: ... to select it then drag it to the place on Start that 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 im...

Page 72: ... 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 an 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 app you would ...

Page 73: ...n Desktop If you re in All apps and you want to make an 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 Pa...

Page 74: ...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 75: ... 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 76: ...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 67 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 77: ... Disk boot failure Insert a system bootable disk into an external drive then press Enter to 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 Error messages Corrective action ...

Page 78: ...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 79: ...Recovery 79 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 80: ...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 81: ...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 82: ... 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 83: ...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 84: ...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 85: ... your system to factory condition see Returning your system to its factory condition on page 88 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 86: ...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 87: ...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 88: ...stem is restored using 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...

Page 89: ...dvanced startup tap Restart now The Choose an option screen displays Tap Turn off your PC 2 Connect the ODD to your computer 3 Enter the computer s BIOS press and hold the Windows button before pressing the power button release both buttons after pressing the power button 4 Select the Boot option in the left pane 5 Under Boot priority order move EFI DVD CDROM to the number one position using the p...

Page 90: ... 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 91 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 removed except software installed...

Page 91: ...th Acer Recovery Management 1 Click Restore Factory Settings Caution Restore Factory Settings will erase all files on your hard drive 2 The Reset your PC window opens Images for reference only 3 Click Next then choose how to erase your files ...

Page 92: ...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 4 Click Reset 5 The recovery process begins by restarting your computer then continues by copying files to your hard drive 6 After the recovery has finished you can start using your computer by repeating the first start process ...

Page 93: ...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 94: ... off See Turning your computer on and off on page 15 Press and hold the Windows button and then press the Power button Release both buttons Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select the Boot option in the left pane Under Boot priority order change the sequence as desired Setting passwords To set a password on boot activate the BIOS utility the...

Page 95: ... 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 96: ...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 o...

Page 97: ...een 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 pr...

Page 98: ...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 99: ...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 Kin...

Page 100: ...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 frequency range...

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