Acer TravelMate TX50-G2 driver and firmware
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Special considerations 52
Traveling internationally 52
Preparing the computer 53 What to bring with you 53 Special considerations 53
Memory card reader
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Connectivity options 55
Video and audio connectors
57
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
58
HDMI
59
Frequently asked questions
61
Requesting service 63
Tips and hints for using Windows 10 ..... 64
How do I get to Start 64
How...
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... I set the alarm 66 Where are my apps 67 What is a Microsoft ID (account 67 How do I check for Windows updates?..... 68 Where can I get more information 68
Troubleshooting 69
Troubleshooting tips 69 Error messages 69
Internet and online security
71
First steps on the net 71
Protecting your computer 71
Choose an Internet Service Provider ........ 71
Network connections...
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... and click User's Manual to download the User's Manual.
2. Click on the link under Support.
1. The link will open the Acer Service & Support webpage.
2. From this page you can download and install the Acer 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 your...
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... the frequently asked questions (see Frequently asked questions 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 system...
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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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26 - Recovery
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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... 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 (RJ45)
Turning on/off a wireless network...
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... portal to a world of online activities and services: visit us regularly for the latest information and downloads!
Security
You are probably eager to explore everything the internet has to offer. In order for you to be safe online, Acer has pre-installed McAfee Internet Security Suite on your computer. McAfee Internet Security Suite runs quietly in the background...
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... up-to-date antivirus and antimalware 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 redistribute viruses or malicious programs...
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... 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...
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...a comprehensive 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 Acer 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...
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...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 ...
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...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...