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User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 13
... rests to relax your neck and shoulders. Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders. Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. If you view ... 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 or blinds using ...
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Recovery
Creating a recovery backup Creating a drivers and applications backup Recovering your system Reinstalling drivers and applications
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User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 19
... Returning your system to its factory condition Recovering from Windows Recovering from a recovery backup
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Acer Backup Manager Power management
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Connecting to a network
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ExpressCard Thunderbolt IEEE 1394 port HDMI Universal Serial Bus (USB)
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User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 20
Playing DVD movies Upgradingmemory BIOS utility
Boot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recovery Setting passwords
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... do I unlock my computer? How do I personalize my computer? I want to use Windows in the way that I'm used to give me my desktop back! ... How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer? How do I check for Windowsupdates? Where can I get more information?
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User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 30
.... Acer Office Manager is a monitoring and assent management tool that allows MIS staff to remotely manage and updatecomputers. There are two components to this software package: Acer Office Manager Console and Acer Office Manager Client.
Acer Office Manager Console
The Console application allows you to manage ...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 36
...recovery backup includes the entire original contents of your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all factory-loadedsoftware and drivers. Using this backup will restore your computer to the same state as when you purchased it,... giving you an option to retain all settings and personal data. Note: Make sure you have a USB drive with a capacity of at...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 38
...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 factoryloaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you may use either a USBstorage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 40
... may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. To reinstall software and drivers that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Reinstalling drivers and applications" on page...to reinstall software that did not come pre-installed on your computer, you need to follow that software's installationinstructions. • New device drivers - If you need to reinstall device drivers that ...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 41
... are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer: • From Start,... see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center.
• Click the install icon for the item ..., then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Repeat this step for each item you... start automatically, press the Windows key + , then double-click on the optical drive icon...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 42
... takes a 'snapshot' of your system settings and saves them as restore points. In most cases of hard-toresolve software problems, you can return to one of ... again. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each time you installsoftware or device drivers. Note: For more information about using Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help ...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 43
... 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... drivers. Softwareinstalled since you purchased your PC will be removed (except softwareinstalled from the Windows Store). See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on page 25.
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 46
...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 ...retain your files (user data) but will reinstall all software and drivers. Softwareinstalled since you purchased your PC will be removed (except softwareinstalled from the Windows Store). See "Refresh your PC from the recovery ...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 55
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Checking the battery level
The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the ...
Battery-low warning
When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter. Warning! Connect the AC adapter as soon as... all applications. have no spare 3. Turn off the computer. battery pack.
Installing and removing the battery pack
Important: Before removing the battery from the unit,...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 63
...Please refer to your ISP or router documentation.
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Wirelessnetworks
A wirelessLAN or WLAN ...and an Internet connection. What are benefits of a wirelessnetwork? MobilityWirelessLAN systems allow you ...connection with other computers in your home. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wirelessLAN ... to pull cables through walls and ceilings.
Components of a wirelessLAN
To set up ...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 70
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Upgradingmemory
Follow these steps to installmemory: 1. Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base. 2. Remove the screws from the memory cover; then lift and remove the memory cover. 3. (a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) ...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 78
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require closing in the traditional way. Windows Store apps will... weather or stock updates without needing to open the app.
How do I unlock my computer?
Press the... personal needs. To change the background, press the Windows key + and click Settings > Change PC ... personal needs. To change the background, press the Windows key + and click Settings > Change PC ...
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 80
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How do I install apps?
You can downloadWindows 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 .... Click Pin to Start.
How do I check for Windowsupdates?
Press the Windows key + and click Settings > Change PC settings > WindowsUpdates. Click Check for updates now.
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 85
... 5 (Nov 2001). "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." Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme
User Manual (Windows 8) (Windows 8) - Page 86
...FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wirelessLAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is ...at least 20 cm (8 inches) must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated wirelessLAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all... operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject...
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