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User Manual - Page 3
... cradle 41
Turning your computer on and off 15 Taking care of your computer 16
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
44
Taking care of your AC adapter 17 HDMI Micro
45
Cleaning and servicing 17
Your Acer computer tour
19 Using the virtual keyboard
46
Computer 19 Wireless networks
48
Front view 20 Connecting to the Internet 48
Back view 21 Wireless networks 48
Top view 22...
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... do I personalize my computer?......... 71
condition 88
I want to use Windows in the way
Recovering from system recovery DVDs . 89
that I'm used to - give me my
Recovering from Windows 89
desktop back 72 BIOS utility
94
Where are my apps 72 What is a Microsoft ID (account 74 How do I add a favorite to Internet
Boot sequence 94 Setting passwords 94
Explorer 74...
User Manual - Page 13
... tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders. - Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable
reach. - If you view...display. - Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text
readability and graphics clarity. - Eliminate glare and reflections by:
placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window...
User Manual - Page 27
... computer.
Note: Ensure that the micro SIM card is inserted all the way into the card slot. Caution: Turn off your computer before installing or removing a micro SIM card. You may damage the card or your computer if power it still on. Your computer supports SMS (or text) messages using third-party apps. You can download these apps from the Windows Store.
Your Acer computer...
User Manual - Page 50
.... Stream media from, or to, other devices with Acer clear.fi installed.
Note: All devices must be connected to the same network. To watch videos or listen to music open clear.fi Media, to browse photos open clear.fi Photo.
Important: When you first open a clear.fi application, Windows Firewall will ask for permission to allow...
User Manual - Page 52
... PCs and storage devices will not appear. To add a Windows PC to this list, open Windows Media Player, select Stream and Allow remote control of my Player... 3. Select a file in the main window, then use the media controls in the bar across the bottom of the screen to control the remote device. For more help, go to http://www.acer.com/clearfi/download/.
52 - Acer clear...
User Manual - Page 66
... control (speaker) icon by tapping the Settings charm > Volume. Tap the Volume icon and adjust the volume accordingly.
• If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn off.
Windows Store app installation Some Windows 8 apps may not install from the Windows Store even if there is a network...
User Manual - Page 67
... information: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/mobile-broadbandfrom-start-to-finish In addition, Microsoft provides an apps troubleshooter, which attempts to detect and fix Windows Store app issues. You can download it from the following link: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=268423
Requesting service
International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Your computer is backed by...
User Manual - Page 70
... connected to the Internet. So, for example, you can view weather or stock updates without needing to open the app.
How do I unlock my computer?
Swipe the lock screen upwards and tap a user account icon to unlock the computer. If your account has a password set, you will need to enter the password to continue.
70 - Frequently asked questions
User Manual - Page 73
... menu that appears at the bottom of the screen.
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 Notepad and Paint!... using the pop-up keyboard. Alternatively, open All apps and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to see the list of legacy programs.
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...'ve already installed Windows 8 and didn't sign in with a Microsoft account or you don't have a Microsoft account and want to get one, swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > Users > Switch to a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions.
How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer?
Internet Explorer 10...
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How do I check for Windows updates? Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > Windows Updates. Tap Check for updates now. Where can I get more information? For more information please visit the following pages:
• Windows 8 tutorials: www.acer.com/windows8-tutorial • Support FAQs: www.acer.com/support
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User Manual - Page 78
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To reinstall from a USB storage drive, you must first create a recovery backup. The recovery backup includes the entire original contents of your computer's hard drive, including Windows and all factory-loaded software and drivers. Using this backup will restore your computer to the same state as when you purchased it, while giving you an option to retain all settings and personal data.
Note...
User Manual - Page 81
... as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. Make sure you keep the 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 USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs.
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User Manual - Page 84
.... To reinstall software and drivers that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Reinstalling drivers and applications" on page 85. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not preinstalled, see that product's documentation or support Web site.
2. Revert to a previous system condition. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be
84 - Recovery
User Manual - Page 85
...hard drive or the backup you have created. • Other applications - If you need to reinstall software that did not come
pre-installed on your computer, you need to follow that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If you need to reinstall device drivers that did not come pre-installed on your computer, follow the instructions provided with the device.
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If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer:
• From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps.
• Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications.
86 - Recovery
User Manual - Page 87
... return to one of these restore points to get your system running again. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each time you install software or device drivers.
Note: For more information about using Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help and Support in the list of
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User Manual - Page 90
... on your hard drive, back them up now. See "Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management" on page 91. Customized Restore will attempt to retain your files (user data) but will reinstall all software and drivers. Software installed since you purchased your PC will be removed (except software installed from the Windows Store). See "Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management" on page...
User Manual - Page 100
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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, Issue 4, and RSS-210, No 4 (Dec 2000) and No 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...