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Operating System version. Images provided herein are for reference only and may contain information or features that do not apply to your computer. Acer Group shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual.
First things first We would like to thank you for making this Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer.
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Having these items to hand when contacting us will ensure better and quicker service. Acer website Remember to visit www.acer.com and refer to the support section for up-to-date information, help, drivers and downloads. Warranty and contact information You can find information about the warranty for your computer and how to contact technical support in your computer’s Warranty.
Your Acer notebook tour Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Acer computer. Screen view Icon Item Description Microphones Internal stereo microphones for sound recording.
Keyboard view Icon Item Description For entering data into your computer. Keyboard See "Using the keyboard" on page 8. Touch-sensitive pointing device. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. Touchpad Press down firmly on the touchpad surface to perform a left click.
• Delivers up to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging. • DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 65 W at 19 V. For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device.
Right view Icon Item Description Headset/speaker Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, jack headphones) or a headset with microphone. USB port Connects to USB devices. Indicates the computer’s battery status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is Battery indicator charging.
Using the keyboard Base view Icon Item Description Ventilation and Allows the computer to stay cool. cooling fan Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Simulates removing and reinstalling the battery. Battery reset pinhole Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds.
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Icon Function Description Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness. Brightness up Increases the screen brightness. Switches display output between the display screen, external Display toggle monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press Display off any key to return.
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Activates the F1 to F12 keys. Switches fan mode between Silent, Normal and Performance. For more information on how to achieve optimal cooling efficiency Fn + F in different scenarios, please launch Acer Quick Access application. Jump to the next media file. Fn + Return to the previous media file.
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