Acer Predator PH317-51 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...
Safety Guide - Page 9
... radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Never push ...devices, HDD, optical drive, and even exposure risk from the lithium battery pack.
• The bottom surface, areas around ventilation openings and AC adapter...to AC power. Allowing sustained contact with exposed skin can cause discomfort or burns.
Pack your computer carefully
Use ...
Safety Guide - Page 11
... disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting to the AC power outlet. Unplug before removing the power supply unit from the computer. If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.
Using electrical power
• Do not connect the adapter to any other device...
Safety Guide - Page 18
...information
Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (anti-lock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag...
User Manual - Page 3
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Traveling internationally 53
Preparing the computer 53 What to bring with you 53 Special considerations 53
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
56
USB Type-C port
57
SD card reader
58
Video and audio connectors
59
Connecting a monitor 59
Headphones and microphone .......... 59
HDMI
60
Frequently asked questions
62
Requesting service 64
Tips and hints for using Windows
10 66
How do...
User Manual - Page 4
... 69 What is a Microsoft ID (account)? ... 70 How do I check for Windows updates 70 Where can I get more information? . 71
Troubleshooting 72
Troubleshooting tips 72 Error messages 72
Internet and online security
74
First steps on the net 74
Protecting your computer 74
Choose an Internet Service Provider 74
Network connections 76
Surf the Net 78
Internet security software 78
User Manual - Page 6
... connected to the internet, you can download updates for your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883
1. The link will open the Predator Service & Support webpage.
2. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model.
3. From this page you can also download and install the Predator identification utility...
User Manual - Page 21
... the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? on page 61) 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 - Page 24
...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 - Page 25
Recovery - 25
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 - Page 27
Recovery - 27
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 - Page 31
... (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 - Page 63
... 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 - Page 66
...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... 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 - Page 70
...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 - Page 78
... of online activities and services: visit us regularly for the latest information and downloads!
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, protecting your identity and financial...
User Manual - Page 79
...software manufacturer announces an update, hackers are ready with malware that can breach holes in the software that would have been patched if the update was installed.
How to stay safe: Perform any and all software updates...your credit card number, social...manually launch a browser and type in your bank's website address and log-in yourself.
Don't be fooled if someone calls your phone
A tech support...
User Manual - Page 80
... access to your machine through some piece of malicious coding. Once the software is downloaded, the botnet will now contact its master computer and let it know that everything is ready to go. Now your computer, phone, tablet, or IoT device is entirely under the control of the person who created the botnet. Most people who are...
User Manual - Page 82
... Wi-Fi networks. • Use security software on your devices to help protect yourself from the latest threats.
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...
User Manual - Page 83
Internet and online security - 83
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.