Acer Predator GX-792 driver and firmware
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Safety Guide - Page 6
...• Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders. • Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within
comfortable reach. • If you view your...graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by:
• placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source,
• minimizing room light by using drapes, shades...
User Manual W10 - Page 3
... Special considerations 58
Traveling internationally 59
Preparing the computer 59 What to bring with you 59 Special considerations 59
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
62
Thunderbolt 3 port
64
Displays 64
Memory card reader
66
Video and audio connectors
67
HDMI
69
Frequently asked questions
71
Requesting service 73
Tips and hints for using Windows
10 75
How do I get to Start 75
User Manual W10 - Page 4
... I set the alarm 77 Where are my apps 78 What is a Microsoft ID (account)? ... 79 How do I check for Windows updates 79 Where can I get more information? 80
Troubleshooting 81
Troubleshooting tips 81 Error messages 81
Internet and online security
83
First steps on the net 83
Protecting your computer 83
Choose an Internet Service Provider 83
Network connections...
User Manual W10 - Page 6
... and click User's Manual to download the User's Manual. 2. Click on the link under Support. 1. The link will open the Predator Service & Support
webpage. 2. From this page you can download and install the
Predator identification tool that will automatically detect your computer's serial number and SNID and allow you to copy it to the clipboard. 3. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for...
User Manual W10 - Page 23
... the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? on page 70) do not help, you can recover your computer. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Predator provides Acer Care Center, which allows you to reset your PC, refresh your PC, or create a factory default backup.
Note
Acer Care Center is only available with a pre-installed Windows operating system...
User Manual W10 - Page 26
...LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you install another operating system. 1. From Start, select All apps then Predator. Select Predator
Recovery Management in the list of Predator apps. 2. Select the Backup tab and click Get started for Backup
wireless and LAN drivers. Choose a folder to save your drivers and select OK.
Restoring your computer
Recovery...
User Manual W10 - Page 27
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3. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your personal files. Click Next to continue.
Important
If you have apps installed on your PC, they will be removed.
4. Resetting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps...
User Manual W10 - Page 29
Recovery - 29
keeping your computer. This process will take longer, but will be more secure.
Warning
Selecting "Remove files and clean the drive" will remove all of your personal files and accounts, along with pre-existing drivers that may affect your Windows installation.
5. Click Reset to continue.
6. You will be shown the reset progress on the screen...
User Manual W10 - Page 33
... ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- usually a phone or cable company -that will have to go to your home or office to set up internet service. The ISP will install a small box, a router or modem, that will allow you to connect to the internet.
Connecting to a wireless network
Connecting to a wireless LAN
A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is a wireless local area network, which can link two or more computers...
User Manual W10 - Page 72
... port on the printer.
I want to restore my computer to its original settings.
Note
If your system is the multilingual version, the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations.
This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that is installed...
User Manual W10 - Page 75
...installed apps on the computer.
How do I turn off my computer?
Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon > Shut down. You can also turn off the computer by right-clicking the Windows...you can leave your computer running, but not be disturbed by notifications. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings > System > Notifications...
User Manual W10 - Page 79
...installed Windows 10 and didn't sign in with a Microsoft account or you don't have a Microsoft account and want to get one, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in with a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions.
How do I check for Windows updates?
Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & recovery...
User Manual W10 - Page 86
...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.
Diagram of a working network
1. Access point/router 2. Desktop computer 3. Modem 4. Printer 5. Portable computer 6. PDA/Smartphone 7. Network cables...
User Manual W10 - Page 87
.... 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. Search 'HomeGroup' and then click on HomeGroup.
Warning
Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft may be prohibited. Switch off all devices before boarding an aircraft; they...
User Manual W10 - Page 88
..., using up resources or clogging up a network.
Note
Predator 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 while connected to the internet, often without you knowing it. Once...
User Manual W10 - Page 89
...-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...
User Manual W10 - Page 90
... automated attacks completely, and might be enough to discourage less-determined attackers, so they will give up and look for a more vulnerable computer elsewhere.
More recent versions of Microsoft Windows and other popular software can be configured to download and apply updates automatically so that you do not have to remember to check for the latest...
User Manual W10 - Page 91
... security suite an attractive alternative to installing, configuring and updating several different types of security software.
A complete version of McAfee Internet Security Suite is pre-installed on your Predator system. It includes a free trial subscription to protection updates. Make sure you Activate it!
Choose strong passwords and keep them safe
Passwords are a fact of life on the...
User Manual W10 - Page 93
...address. Spammers and "phishers" sometimes send millions of messages to email addresses that may or may not exist in hopes of finding a potential victim. Responding to these messages or even downloading...for the software or service with money, the free software or service you asked for may have been bundled with advertising software ("adware") that tracks your behavior and displays unwanted ...
User Manual W10 - Page 94
...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 can check for important updates for your computer and install them automatically. These updates include security patches and program updates that can improve your computing experience and help protect your...