Acer TravelMate P238-G2-M driver and firmware
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.... All Rights Reserved. TravelMate P2 Covers: P238-G2-M This revision: May 2018
Sign up for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefits
1. Ensure you are connected to the Internet. 2. Open www.acer.com and select your country. 3. Click REGISTER A PRODUCT. 4. Sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already have an Acer ID.
Register your...
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Traveling internationally 53
Preparing the computer 54 What to bring with you 54 Special considerations 54
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 ..... 65
How do I get...
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...68 What is a Microsoft ID (account 68 How do I check for Windows updates?..... 69 Where can I get more information 69
Troubleshooting 70
Troubleshooting tips 70
Error messages 70
Internet and online security
72
First steps on the net 72
Protecting your computer 72
Choose an Internet Service Provider ........ 72
Network connections 74
Surf the Net 75
Internet security software 76
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Getting started...
In this section you will find:
• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health • Where to find the power button, ports and connectors • Tips and tricks for using the touchpad and keyboard • How to create recovery backups • Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth • Information on using Acer's bundled software
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... connected to the internet, you can download updates for your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883
1. The link will open the Acer 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 Acer identification utility that...
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... 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. • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer-
approved adapter to power your device. • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near...
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... your computer, and 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. Acer provides Acer ControlCenter, which allows you to reset your PC, refresh your PC, or create a factory default backup.
Note
Acer ControlCenter is only available with a pre-installed Windows operating...
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...up your wireless and 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 Acer. Select Acer Recovery
Management in the list of Acer 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...
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... during the reset process.
7. Follow the process until it completes. 8. When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will have
been reset back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files.
Reset this PC and remove everything
1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of...
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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. The...
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... may be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is available).
Note
Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on its Bluetooth adapter.
Enable Bluetooth and add a device
Every new device must first be "paired" with your computer's Bluetooth adapter. This means it must first...
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... (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...
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... 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...
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... button and select All apps to show a list of 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 Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down...
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...tile and select Pin to taskbar.
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 ... a Microsoft ID (account)?
A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to sign in to Windows. You can use any email address, but it is best if you choose the one you already...
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...onscreen instructions.
How do I check for Windows updates?
Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. Select Advanced options to configure the settings.
Where can I get more information?
For more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer...
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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 type of cable may also be used to connect peripheral devices to the access point.
Wireless adapter
...
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... and online security
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 data from viruses, spyware, malware and other online threats. Learn more...
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... upon another innocent victim.
Botnets
A botnet is a string of infected, connected computers coordinated together to perform a task. Botnets gain 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,
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..., unique passwords that use...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...