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Acer Aspire Notebook Series User Manual
Summary of Aspire Notebook Series
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- 1 aspire all-in-one computer user’s manual.
Page 2: Important
2 - © 2017. All rights reserved. Aspire all-in-one computer covers: all-in-one models (non-touch) this revision: june 2017 sign up for an acer id and enable acer remote files open the acer portal from the start screen to sign up for an acer id or sign in if you already have an acer id. There are thr...
Page 3: Able
Table of contents - 3 t able of contents first things first 5 your guides ............................................. 5 basic care and tips for using your computer.................................................. 5 turning your computer off........................... 5 taking care of your compute...
Page 4: Getting Started...
4 - getting started... In this section you will find: • useful information on caring for your computer and your health • how to create recovery backups • guidelines for connecting to a network • information on using acer’s bundled software.
Page 5: Irst
First things first - 5 f irst things first we would like to thank you for making this acer desktop computer your choice for meeting your computing needs. Your guides to help you use your acer desktop computer, we have designed a set of guides: first off, the setup guide (or setup poster) helps you g...
Page 6: Power > Sleep.
6 - first things first if you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don’t want to completely shut it down, you can put it to sleep by doing any of the following: • press the power button. • press the sleep hotkey . • press the windows key or select the windows start button, select p...
Page 7: Cleaning And Servicing
First things first - 7 • do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Route the power cord and any cables away from where people walk. • when unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • the total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in s...
Page 8: Onnecting
8 - connecting to the internet c onnecting to the i nternet this chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connected to the internet. Some of this information may not apply to your computer. For detailed information, please refer to network connections on page 58 . Yo...
Page 9: 3. Select All Settings.
Connecting to the internet - 9 management options to turn your wireless network on/off or control what is shared over the network. To connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below. 1. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the isp of you...
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10 - connecting to the internet 4. Select network & internet. 5. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use..
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Connecting to the internet - 11 6. Once you select a wireless network, select connect. 7. If required, enter the network’s password..
Page 12: Connecting With A Cable
12 - connecting to the internet connecting with a cable built-in network feature plug one end of a network cable into the network port on your computer, and the other end into a port on your router. (refer to the image below.) then, you'll be ready to get online..
Page 13: Keeping Your Computer
- 13 keeping your computer and data safe... In this section you will find: • how to secure your computer • setting passwords.
Page 14: Bios
14 - bios utility bios utility the bios utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's bios. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not normally need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it....
Page 15: Ecuring
Securing your computer - 15 s ecuring your computer your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Using passwords passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. Setting these passwords creates several different l...
Page 16: Important
16 - securing your computer • 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 after three tries...
Page 17: Ower
Power management - 17 p ower management this computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If no ...
Page 18: 7. Select Save Changes.
18 - power management 5. Select change settings that are currently unavailable. 6. Scroll down and disable turn on fast startup. 7. Select save changes..
Page 19: Ports and Connectors...
- 19 ports and connectors... In this section you will find: • information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer.
Page 20: Orts
20 - ports and connectors p orts and connectors the tables below indicate what the different icons represent. Information on usb 3.0 • usb 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • compatible with usb 3.0 and earlier devices. • for optimal performance, use usb 3.0-certified devices. Note the ports and connec...
Page 21: Rear Panel Audio Ports
Ports and connectors - 21 • defined by the usb 3.0 specification (superspeed usb). Rear panel audio ports the table below indicates the functions of the audio jacks on the rear panel (if available). Icon color headset stereo quadrophonic 5.1-channel blue rear rear green headset front front front blu...
Page 22: Icro
22 - micro usb m icro usb the usb (universal serial bus) port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect usb peripherals without taking up system resources. The micro usb port provides a compact port that is compatible with usb 2.0 devices. Note a micro usb-to-usb adapter is needed to co...
Page 23: Emory
Memory card reader - 23 m emory card reader connectivity options your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the following section. Memory card...
Page 24: Hardware Icon.
24 - memory card reader (2 tb). Your computer provides an sdhc or sdxc compatible card reader. 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 on the safely remove hardware icon. 3. Click on eject sd card (or the na...
Page 25: Ideo
Video and audio connectors - 25 v ideo and audio connectors connect to a monitor with a vga or dvi port (the type of connection supported depends on your computer’s configuration). The appropriate cable is usually included with the monitor. Follow these steps to connect an monitor to your computer: ...
Page 26: Hdmi
26 - hdmi hdmi hdmi (high-definition multimedia interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. Hdmi allows you to connect any compatible digital audio/video source, such as your computer, a set-top box, dvd player, and audio/video receiver to any compatible digital audio and/or video m...
Page 27: Hdmi M
Hdmi micro - 27 hdmi m icro hdmi (high-definition multimedia interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. Hdmi allows you to connect any compatible digital audio/video source, such as your computer, a set-top box, dvd player, and audio/video receiver to any compatible digital audio a...
Page 28: Niversal
28 - universal serial bus (usb) u niversal s erial b us (usb) the usb port is a high-speed port which allows you to connect usb peripherals, such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other compatible device. You can also charge devices such as tablets, s...
Page 29: Got A Question?
- 29 got a question? In this section you will find: • frequently asked questions • tips for using windows 10 • troubleshooting information • how to protect yourself while online • where to find acer service center contact information.
Page 30: Requently
30 - frequently asked questions f requently asked questions the following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Look at the power indicator: • if it...
Page 31: Mute All Option.
Frequently asked questions - 31 • the volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the icon and deselect the mute all option. • the volume level may be too low. Check the volume from the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. You c...
Page 32: Requesting Service
32 - frequently asked questions i want to restore my computer to its original settings. This recovery process helps you restore the c: drive with the original software content that is installed when you purchased your computer. Before performing a restore operation, please check the bios settings. 1...
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Frequently asked questions - 33 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...
Page 34: How Do I Get To Start?
34 - frequently asked questions tips and hints for using windows 10 we know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you get started. How do i get to start? Press the windows key or select the windows start button on the lower left-h...
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Frequently asked questions - 35 can i personalize the lock screen? You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of images, or to show you quick status and notifications to suit your personal needs. To change the background, press the windows key or select the window...
Page 36: Resolution.
36 - frequently asked questions can i change the screen resolution? Yes, you can. Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and type 'control panel' in the text box to display the results; select control panel > adjust screen resolution. Alternatively, you can also right-click any...
Page 37: Where Are My Apps?
Frequently asked questions - 37 where are my apps? Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and select search, start typing the name of the app you would like to open. How do i make an app appear on start? If you're in all apps and you want to make an app appear on start, right-c...
Page 38: Www.Acer.Com/windows-
38 - frequently asked questions do i need one? You do not need a microsoft id to use windows 10, but it makes 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 10 and didn't sign in with a micros...
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Frequently asked questions - 39 troubleshooting this chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your deal...
Page 40: Error Messages
40 - frequently asked questions if you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Keyboard error or no keyboard connected contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard interface erro...
Page 41: Nternet
Internet and online security - 41 i nternet and online security first steps on the net protecting your computer it is vital to protect your computer from viruses and attacks over the internet ( see internet security software on page 45 ). A comprehensive internet security program is offered when you...
Page 42: Note
42 - internet and online security internet as the connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged per hour. Dsl (e.G. Adsl) dsl (digital 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 te...
Page 43: Network Connections
Internet and online security - 43 network connections a lan (local area network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office building or home) that share a common communications line and resources. When you set up a network, you can share files, peripheral devices (such as a printer) and ...
Page 44: Homegroup.
44 - internet and online security services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Network cable (rj45) a network cable (also called rj45 cable) is used to connect the host computer to the access point (see illustration below); this t...
Page 45: Internet Security Software
Internet and online security - 45 internet security software to help you stay ahead of cybercriminals, acer has partnered with norton to offer you security for all your devices. Select acer computers include protection by norton security norton security is pre-installed on select acer computers, pro...
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46 - internet and online security company like norton or microsoft and that you have a virus. The main motive behind these scams is to extort money from the victim. Cybercriminals can also install malware such as keylogging software or backdoor trojans in order to gain access to personal information...
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Internet and online security - 47 tablet, or iot device is entirely under the control of the person who created the botnet. Most people who are infected with botnets aren't even aware that their computer's security has become compromised! What to do if you're infected: if you're infected you probabl...
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48 - internet and online security can encrypt all the data that you send and receive while using a public wi-fi hotspot, securing your information from hackers and other users of the same connection. For more tips on how to stay safe good security habits can reduce your exposure to online crime. By ...
Page 49: Laying
Playing blu-ray or dvd movies - 49 p laying b lu -r ay or dvd movies if your computer is equipped with a blu-ray or dvd drive, you can play movies on your computer or on a high-definition tv via hdmi. 1. Insert the disc into the drive. 2. After a few seconds, the movie will start playing. 3. If the ...