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Summary of Contents for EasyNote ME69BMP

Page 1: ... 1 User s Manual Packard Bell EasyNote ME69BMP ...

Page 2: ...attery pack characteristics 34 Replacing the battery pack 36 Installing or removing the battery pack 36 Charging the battery 37 Checking the battery level 37 Optimizing battery life 38 Battery low warning 38 Power management 40 Saving power 40 Software 43 Using Windows and your software 43 Internet security offer 43 Packard Bell Recovery Management 43 Internet 44 First steps on the net 44 Protecti...

Page 3: ...Windows in the way that I m used to give me my desktop back 87 Where are my apps 87 What is a Microsoft ID account 89 How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer 89 How do I check for Windows updates 90 Where can I get more information 90 Regulatory information 91 Environment 108 Software license 111 Index 114 Copyright 08 2013 All Rights Reserved Packard Bell EasyNote ME69BMP User s Manual Origi...

Page 4: ...ter are on and that the router or modem you want to connect to is also correctly configured If wireless is not on press the Windows key W type Wireless and then click on Wireless Click the toggle switch under Wi Fi to enable the wireless connection Click again to disable To connect to a network press the Windows key W type Wireless and then click on Connect to a network Select your network and ent...

Page 5: ...in customer surveys The latest news from Packard Bell How to register During the initial startup of your computer a window will invite you to register Please fill in the information and click Next The second window you ll see contains optional fields that will help us to provide you with a more personable customer service experience Another option Another way to register your Packard Bell product ...

Page 6: ...y Packard Bell HAVING TROUBLE Packard Bell provides several options to support your purchase Packard Bell support Make sure you write down your computer serial number date and place of purchase and model name on the area provided in this guide save your proof of purchase Before you call us please write down any error message that accompanies the problem and have the computer in front of you and sw...

Page 7: ...Starting your computer 7 Warranty and contact information You can find information about the warranty for your computer and how to contact technical support in your computer s Warranty ...

Page 8: ...ng part in sport exercise or other activities in a dynamic environment Vibration or movement can loosen fastenings damage internal components and even cause battery leakage Is away from direct sunlight and sources of heat Is away from magnetic fields or any device generating static electricity Is kept at least 30 centimetres one foot away from a mobile phone Is not in a dusty or damp environment I...

Page 9: ... into this product through 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 wil...

Page 10: ...ar of objects Only use the AC adapter that is supplied with your computer Although other adapters may look similar using them can damage your computer If a replacement is required use only parts certified for use with your computer Cleaning your computer Always unplug your computer from the power outlet before cleaning it Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners use a damp cloth instead Never spray c...

Page 11: ...iquid was spilled into the product the product was exposed to rain or water the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged the product exhibits a distinct change in performance the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may resu...

Page 12: ...Ensure that your keyboard and touchpad are at a comfortable height The screen should be about 45 70 cm 18 30 inches from your eyes If you use your computer for long periods while sitting at a desk invest in an external keyboard for improved comfort To protect your hearing when using speakers or headphones increase volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably do not increase the volu...

Page 13: ...sociated with or aggravated by certain repetitive actions To reduce your risk of developing these disorders type with your wrists straight and your hands and wrists floating above the keyboard If you experience periods of pain tingling numbness or other discomfort please contact your doctor We advise that parents monitor the use of games by their children If you or your child experience any of the...

Page 14: ...ng to know your computer GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMPUTER After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup instructions let us show you around your new Packard Bell computer Packard Bell EasyNote ME69BMP ...

Page 15: ...mputer 15 TOP VIEW DISPLAY 1 2 Icon Item Description 1 Webcam Web camera for video communication A light next to the Webcam indicates that the webcam is active 2 Touchscreen Displays computer output supports multi touch input ...

Page 16: ...EYBOARD 1 6 3 2 4 5 Icon Item Description 1 Power button Turns the computer on and off 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 3 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse See Touchpad on page 26 ...

Page 17: ...hen the battery is charging Fully charged The light shows blue when in AC mode Communication indicator Indicates the computer s wireless connectivity device status 5 Click buttons left and right The left and right side of the button function as left and right selection buttons 6 Keyboard For entering data into your computer See Using the keyboard on page 22 Icon Item Description ...

Page 18: ...cts to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector 4 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer to stay cool Do not cover or obstruct the openings 5 Card reader Accepts Secure Digital SD cards Push to remove install the card Only one card can operate at any given time 6 Headphones speaker jack Connects to audio line out devices e g speakers headphones Supports compatible 3 5 mm headse...

Page 19: ...B ports Connects to USB 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 2 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyles...

Page 20: ...Defined by the USB 3 0 specification SuperSpeed USB BASE VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in position 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal Insert a suitable tool and slide to release ...

Page 21: ...Getting to know your computer 21 4 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer to stay cool Do not cover or obstruct the openings 5 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output Icon Item Description ...

Page 22: ...keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the keypad is in numeric mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Number keys on...

Page 23: ...s Help Opens the help menu Communication Enables disables the computer s communication devices Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off Volume dow...

Page 24: ...e the F1 to F12 function keys when starting your computer or when using the BIOS To swap the hotkey and special function of the F1 to F12 keys change the function key setting in the BIOS to open the BIOS press F2 when starting your computer then select the Main menu and change Function key behavior to Function keys Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Hotkey Function Description Fn Specia...

Page 25: ...ic 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 26: ...button 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 The cursor is controlled by some basic gestures Single finger slide Slide a finger across the touchpad to move the cursor Single finger tap Lightly tap the touchpad with your finger to perform a click which will select or start an item Quick...

Page 27: ...e 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 Two finger pinch Zoo...

Page 28: ...e used in a wide selection of digital cameras PDAs MP3 players and mobile phones Inserting a memory card 1 Align the card so that the connector points towards the port with the connectors facing down 2 Carefully slide the card into the port If you find you need to use any force to insert the card try reorientating the card slightly 3 Push the card until it clicks into place A few millimetres of th...

Page 29: ...contain up to 4 GB SDHC cards contain up to 32 GB and SDXC cards can contain up to 2048 GB 2 TB Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card reader Note SDXC memory cards can only be used in an SDXC compatible reader SD and SDHC cards can be used in either type Removing a card from a memory card reader 1 Click on Show hidden icons arrow in the Notification Area next to the clock 2 Click ...

Page 30: ...network jack or hub on your network 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 Certain computers may include one or more USB 3 0 ports These resemble standard USB ports except they include additional internal connections and are blue You may use USB 3 0 compatible devices with these ports to benefi...

Page 31: ...h the video cable to the monitor port on the computer Secure the cable connection with the screws provided 3 Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet 4 Follow any setup instructions in the monitor s user s guide 5 Turn on power to the monitor then the computer 6 Make sure that the current resolution and refresh rate do not exceed the specifications of the mo...

Page 32: ...or such as a digital television DTV over a single cable Use the HDMI port on your computer to connect with high end audio and video equipment Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection Headphones and microphone These two ports allow you to connect audio devices Use the headphone port to plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers Plugging an audio device to the headphone p...

Page 33: ... computer was purchased The power adapter provides adequate power to run your computer and recharge the battery pack at the same time Caution Do not cover or place objects on the AC adapter Keeping the adapter clear of objects allows the adapter to cool properly during use Only use the AC adapter that is supplied with your computer Although other adapters may look similar using them can damage you...

Page 34: ... you connect the computer to the AC adapter Your computer supports charge in use enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer However recharging with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as...

Page 35: ...ttery 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 If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F ...

Page 36: ...ife A standard computer battery has a life span of about 300 charges Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from c...

Page 37: ...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 with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Note You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day Charging the battery ...

Page 38: ...eing used as it will continue to draw power for selected models Store the battery pack 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 battery life Look after your AC adapter and battery Battery low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter War...

Page 39: ...les 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly An extra fully charged battery pack is available 1 Save all necessary files 2 Close all applications 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 4 Replace the battery pack 5 Turn on the computer and resume work The AC adapter or a power outlet is unavailable You have no spare battery pack 1 Save all n...

Page 40: ... is detected for a period of time the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy 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 and environmental impact ...

Page 41: ...an instruction to start over a network Wake on LAN 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 42: ...42 Power management 6 Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup 7 Select Save changes ...

Page 43: ...ehensive Internet security suite including a free trial subscription period is offered when you first start your computer You should activate this protection before connecting to the Internet This security suite protects your computer from the most recent online threats and protects your personal data bank account credentials credit card numbers passwords and more Packard Bell Recovery Management ...

Page 44: ...Using the Internet has become a natural part of daily computing Just a few simple steps can connect you to a vast collection of knowledge and communication tools To accomplish these steps you should first select an Internet Service Provider ISP which supplies the connection between your computer and the Internet You should research the ISPs available in your region not forgetting to talk to friend...

Page 45: ... Subscriber Line is an always on connection that runs over the phone line As DSL and phone do not use the same frequencies you can use your telephone at the same time you are connected to the Internet this requires a micro filter on each telephone socket to avoid interference To be eligible for DSL you must be located near an DSL equipped phone exchange service is sometimes unavailable in rural ar...

Page 46: ...vice such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone Note If your computer includes a SIM card slot you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with a cellular provider Before using the 3G features check with your service provider to see if any additional charges will be incurred especially roaming charges Network connections A LAN Local Area Network is a group of computers...

Page 47: ...hare an internet connection with other computers in your home Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to pull cables through walls and ceilings Components of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you need to have the following Access point router Access points routers are two way transceivers that broadcast da...

Page 48: ...45 A network cable also called RJ45 cable is used to connect the host computer to the access point see illustration below this type of cable may also be used to connect peripheral devices to the access point Wireless adapter An internal wireless adapter is normally already installed in your computer A button or controls in Windows allow you to activate or deactivate the adapter ...

Page 49: ... turns the network connection on or off If your computer has wireless access but does not feature a Communication button you may turn your wireless network on or off or control what is shared over the network with the network management options Press the Windows key W type HomeGroup and then click on HomeGroup Warning Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft is prohibited Switch off all dev...

Page 50: ...your Internet experience to a new level Packard Bell website To get you started why not visit our website www packardbell com Packard Bell is dedicated to provide you with on going personalised support Check out our Support section to get help tailored to your needs www packardbell com is your portal to a world of online activities and services visit us regularly for the latest information and dow...

Page 51: ...multiple computers Other forms of nuisance such as Trojan horses worms or spam can infect your computer in various ways using up resources or clogging up a network Note Packard Bell guarantees that your computer was 100 virus free at the time of purchase and does not cover damages due to viruses What is spyware Spyware refers to generally unwanted programs that are downloaded onto your computer wh...

Page 52: ...s using up to date antivirus and anti malware software What is a personal firewall A personal firewall is a software program designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network It acts as a shield to protect your Internet connection from unwanted connections some of which may attempt to take control of your computer to install or re distribute viruses or malicious programs Each co...

Page 53: ...become available By regularly updating your computer you block attackers from being able to take advantage of software flaws vulnerabilities that they could otherwise use to break into your system While keeping your computer up to date will not protect you from all attacks it makes it much more difficult for hackers to gain access to your system blocks many basic and automated attacks completely a...

Page 54: ...s such as email messages and Web browsing and protects an individual from viruses worms Trojan horse and other types of malicious programs Your antivirus and antispyware software should be configured to update itself and it should do so every time you connect to the Internet Integrated security suites such as Norton Internet Security which combine firewall antivirus antispyware with other features...

Page 55: ...h as your last name and words that can be found in the dictionary especially password Try to select especially strong unique passwords for protecting activities like online banking Keep your passwords in a safe place and try not to use the same password for every service you use online Change passwords on a regular basis at least every 90 days This can limit the damage caused by someone who has al...

Page 56: ... t respond to email messages that ask for personal information Legitimate companies will not use email messages to ask for your personal information When in doubt contact the company by phone or by typing in the company Web address into your Web browser Don t click on the links in these messages as they make take you to fraudulent malicious Web sites Steer clear of fraudulent Web sites used to ste...

Page 57: ...ess online in newsgroups blogs or online communities Online offers that look too good to be true usually are The old saying there s no such thing as a free lunch still rings true today Supposedly free software such as screen savers or smileys secret investment tricks sure to make you untold fortunes and contests that you ve surprisingly won without entering are the enticing hooks used by companies...

Page 58: ...st In order to confirm these out of the ordinary purchases they might call you and ask you to confirm them Don t take these calls lightly this is your hint that something bad may have happened and you should take necessary action Protect your computer with Windows security tools Windows provides a variety of protection applications Windows Updates If you have an active Internet connection Windows ...

Page 59: ...be infected by malicious software However do not blame every computer problem on a virus If you suspect your computer is infected the first thing to do is update if you have not already done so and run your antivirus and anti spyware software ...

Page 60: ...ell Recovery Management is only available with a pre 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 back...

Page 61: ...6 GB of storage after formatting it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of 32 GB or larger 1 From Start type Recovery and then click Packard Bell Recovery Management in the list of apps 2 Click Create Factory Default Backup The Recovery Drive window ...

Page 62: ...62 Recovery opens Make sure Copy contents from the recovery partition to the recovery drive is selected This provides the most complete and safest recovery backup 3 Plug in the USB drive then click Next ...

Page 63: ... 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 drive you cannot restore your computer ...

Page 64: ... on the backup such as Windows Recovery Backup Make 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 ...

Page 65: ... recorder one or more blank recordable DVDs 1 From Start type Recovery and then click Packard Bell 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 66: ...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 67: ...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 68: ... your system to factory condition see Returning your system to its factory condition on page 72 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 69: ...u are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer From Start type Recovery and then click Packard Bell Recovery Management in the list of apps Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications ...

Page 70: ...step for each item you want to reinstall If you are reinstalling from 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 Packard Bell Resource Center to start If Packard Bell Resource Center does not start automatically press the Windows key E then double click on t...

Page 71: ...nstall icon for the item you want to install then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall Returning to an earlier system snapshot Microsoft 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 restor...

Page 72: ...curity Action Center then click Recovery at the bottom of the window 3 Click Open System Restore then Next 4 Click the latest restore point at a time when your system worked correctly click Next then Finish 5 A confirmation window appears click Yes Your system is restored using the restore point you specified This process may take several minutes and may restart your computer Returning your system...

Page 73: ...ent in the list of apps Two options are available Restore Factory Settings Reset my PC or Customized Restore Refresh my PC Restore Factory Settings 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 Restore Factory Settings with Packard Bell Recov...

Page 74: ... Packard Bell Recovery Management on page 76 Restore Factory Settings with Packard Bell 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 ...

Page 75: ...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 Recovering from the hard drive during startup 1 Turn on your computer and press Alt F10 during startup A screen appears asking you to choose the keyboard layout 2 Several options are now presented Click Troubleshoot 3 Click either...

Page 76: ...Management 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 77: ...menu c Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is selected press F5 to change this 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 5 During startup press F12 to open the boot menu The boot menu a...

Page 78: ... start the reset process Reset your 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 79 c Click Refresh your PC to start the refresh process Refresh your PC will attempt to retain your files user...

Page 79: ...the hard drive a If you have deleted 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 cl...

Page 80: ...your computer by repeating the first 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 81: ... 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 Do you have a USB storage device USB disk or smartphone plugged into your computer Unplug it and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system Nothing appears on the screen The comput...

Page 82: ... 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 out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off The ke...

Page 83: ...asked questions 83 Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer ...

Page 84: ... mind 1 Start 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 ...

Page 85: ... 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 86: ... 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 87: ... 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 88: ...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 89: ...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 90: ... 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 packardbell com windows8 tutorial Support FAQs support packardbell com ...

Page 91: ... periods Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings Decrease the volume if you can t hear people speaking near you RADIO DEVICE REGULATORY NOTICE Note Regulatory information below is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only WIRELESS ADAPTER REGULATORY INFORMATION USA FCC and FAA The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96 8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to ...

Page 92: ...o the limits set forth by each hospital Antenna Use In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits low gain integrated antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 20 cm 8 inches or more from the body of all persons or at a minimum distance as specified by the FCC module grant conditions FCC grants can be viewed from the FCC Equipment Authorization website at https fjallfoss fcc gov oetcf e...

Page 93: ...vices may not yet be harmonized in all countries 802 11a 802 11b 802 11g and 802 11n products are designed for use only in specific countries and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of designated use As a user of these products you are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries for which they were intended and for verifying that they are conf...

Page 94: ...atives of the applicable organization Examples of such situations may include Using the wireless adapter on board airplanes or Using the wireless adapter in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services is perceived or identified as being harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of wireless adapters in a specific organization or envir...

Page 95: ...by the FCC grant conditions and the antenna that is built into the computer Details of the authorized configurations can be found at www fcc gov oet ea by entering the FCC ID number on the device Interference Statement This wireless adapter has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reas...

Page 96: ...e of 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel mobile satellite systems High power radar is allocated as the primary user of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage to this device The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this device is 6dBi in order to comply with the E I R P limit...

Page 97: ...3 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d u...

Page 98: ...nizations through regular and thorough evaluations of scientific studies The unit of measurement for the European Council s recommended limit for mobile devices is the Country ISO 3166 2 letter code Country ISO 3166 2 letter code Country ISO 3166 2 letter code Country ISO 3166 2 letter code Austria AT Germany DE Malta MT United Kingdom GB Belgium BE Greece GR Netherlan ds NT Iceland IS Cyprus CY H...

Page 99: ...s of the European Union directive 1999 5 EC See Statements of European Union Compliance and more details refer to the attached Declaration of Conformity English Hereby Acer Inc declares that this notebook PC is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Finnish Acer Inc vakuuttaa täten että notebook PC tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY...

Page 100: ... framgår av direktiv 1999 5 EG Danish Undertegnede Acer Inc erklærer herved at følgende udstyr notebook PC overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF German Hiermit erklärt Acer Inc dass sich dieser diese dieses notebook PC in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet BMWi Hiermit e...

Page 101: ... de 100 mW pour 2400 2483 5 MHz La puissance maximale autorisée est de 100 mW en extérieur pour 2400 2454 MHz La puissance maximale autorisée est de 10 mW en extérieur 2454 2483 5 MHz Pour les dernières restrictions voir www art telecom fr Italian Con la presente Acer Inc dichiara che questo notebook PC è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla dirett...

Page 102: ...nicazioni Belgium Dans le cas d une utilisation privée à l extérieur d un bâtiment au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300 m Pour une distance supérieure à 300 m un enregistrement auprès de l IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l IBPT In geval van privé gebruik buiten een gebouw op een openbare plaats...

Page 103: ... Béni Hafida Cabo Negro Casablanca Fès Lakbab Marrakech Merchich Mohammédia Rabat Salé Tanger Tan Tan Taounate Tit Mellil Zag Japan 5 GHz 帯は室内でのみ使用のこと Korea 당해 무선설비는 운용 중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음 Taiwan 第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機非經許可公司商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能第十四條低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信經發現有干擾現象時應立即停用並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用前項合法通信指依電信法規定作業之無線通信低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾 MODIFICATIONS TO THE PROD...

Page 104: ...port equipment to the same electrical circuit of the building wiring If you are unsure check the building wiring to avoid remote earth conditions Building supply Only connect the equipment to a building supply that is in accordance with current wiring regulations in your country In the U K these are the IEE regulations POWER SUPPLY AND CABLES Power supply The power supply socket inlet and socket o...

Page 105: ...Europe the plug must be rated for 250 VAC 10 amp minimum The plug must display an international agency approval marking The cord must be suitable for use in the end user country Consult your dealer or the local electrical authorities if you are unsure of the type of power cord to use in your country Cables For cables which are not delivered with the Product in the computer s packaging The EMC perf...

Page 106: ... hot after prolonged use You then must close the chassis before you plug in and switch on the equipment LASER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT The optical devices are tested and certified to be compliant with International Electrotechnical Commission IEC60825 1 and European EN60825 1 standards for Class 1 laser products Class 1 laser products are not considered hazardous The optical devices are designed such ...

Page 107: ...ckaging of this product is compliant with the European Environmental Directive 94 62 EC from December 20th 1994 and its equivalent in the French Legislation by the Decree 98 638 from july 20th 1998 COMPLIANT WITH RUSSIAN REGULATORY CERTIFICATION ...

Page 108: ...eases its valorisation Likewise desktop computers are designed to be easily dismantled with screws being replaced by clips PRODUCT DISPOSAL The 2002 96 EC Directive known as Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive requires that used electrical and electronic products must be disposed of separately from normal household waste in order to promote reuse recycling and other forms of r...

Page 109: ...ontain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local state or federal laws For more information contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org for lamp specific disposal information check www lamprecycle org ENERGY STAR Packard Bell s ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or pe...

Page 110: ...ess 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 mode if the keyboard is pressed or mouse is moved save more than 80 energy when in Sleep mode ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U S marks ...

Page 111: ...ing written materials or other container s in the place you obtained them for a full refund PACKARD BELL SOFTWARE LICENSE 1 Grant of License This Packard Bell License Agreement License permits you to use one copy of the specified version of the Packard Bell SOFTWARE identified above which may include at least one CD or DVD disc on any single computer provided the SOFTWARE is in use on only one com...

Page 112: ...companying the SOFTWARE 3 Other restrictions You may not rent or lease the SOFTWARE but you may transfer the SOFTWARE and accompanying written materials on a permanent basis provided you retain no copies and the recipient agrees to the terms of this Agreement You may not reverse engineer decompile or disassemble the SOFTWARE Any transfer of the SOFTWARE must include the most recent update and all ...

Page 113: ... Boston MA 02111 1307 USA For a period of three 3 years as commencing from your receipt of this software you may obtain a complete machine readable copy of the source code for the Free Software under the terms of the GPL without charge except for the cost of media shipping and handling upon a written request to us Contact us if you have any further questions Our mailing address is 8F 88 Sec 1 Hsin...

Page 114: ...ximizing life 34 optimizing 38 removing 37 using the first time 35 brightness hotkeys 24 Browser 50 C Cables 9 104 caps lock 22 charging checking level 37 Cleaning your computer 10 computer features 14 keyboards 22 on indicator 17 Computer environment 8 connections network 30 Cursor 26 D Display hotkeys 23 display troubleshooting 81 Documentation Packard Bell Website 50 Drives Memory card reader 2...

Page 115: ...4 Internet Connection 44 45 Firewall 52 Internet Service Provider ISP 44 K Keyboard hotkeys 24 keyboard embedded numeric keypad 22 troubleshooting 82 Windows keys 25 L LAN Local Area Network 46 left view 18 M Maintenance Recovery Management 43 60 Malware 52 Memory card reader 28 Modem 45 N network 30 Network connections 46 Norton Internet Security 50 54 num lock 22 numeric keypad embedded 22 ...

Page 116: ...nt 43 60 Regulatory Information 91 108 Removable media devices 29 Removing hardware 29 S Safety precautions 8 Security Antivirus 52 Updates 58 Software Software License 111 speakers hotkey 23 troubleshooting 82 Spyware 51 Support Packard Bell Website 50 T touchpad 26 using 26 U Uninstalling hardware 29 universal serial bus 30 Update Windows automatic updates 58 V view front 18 left 18 right 19 ...

Page 117: ...Index 117 W Warranty 7 WiFi 46 47 Windows Using Windows 43 Windows automatic updates 58 Windows keys 25 Ver 01 01 02 ...

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