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Information on USB 3.0, Right view - optical drive

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12 - Your Acer notebook tour # Icon 7 Item Headset/speaker jack Description Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. Information on USB 3.0 • USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). Right view Note Depending on configuration, your system may not be equipped with an optical (CD/DVD) drive. # Icon 1 2 3 4 1 2 34 5 6 Item Description USB ports Connect to USB devices. Optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. Optical disk Lights up when the optical drive is access indicator active. Optical drive eject Ejects the optical disk from the button drive.

Section	Page
First things first	6
Your guides	6
Basic care and tips for using your computer	6
Turning your computer on and off	6
Taking care of your computer	7
Taking care of your AC adapterPower cord information	7
Taking care of your battery pack	8
Cleaning and servicing	8
Your Acer notebook tour	9
Screen view	9
Keyboard view	10
Left view	11
Information on USB 3.0	12
Right view	12
Base view	13
Using the keyboard	15
Lock keys and numeric keypad	15
Hotkeys	15
Windows keys	17
Touchpad	18
Touchpad basics	18
Touchpad gestures	18
Recovery	20
Creating a recovery backup	20
Creating a drivers and applications backup	22
Recovering your system	24
Reinstalling drivers and applications	24
Returning to an earlier system snapshot	26
Returning your system to its factory condition	27
Recovering from Windows	27
Recovering from a recovery backup	30
Connecting to the Internet	34
Connecting with a cable	34
Built-in network feature	34
Connecting wirelessly	35
Connecting to a wireless LAN	35
Connecting to a 3G network	36
Using a Bluetooth connection	37
Enabling and disabling Bluetooth	37
Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8.1	37
Adding a Bluetooth device	38
BIOS utility	42
Boot sequence	42
Setting passwords	42
Securing your computer	43
Using a computer security lock	43
Using passwords	43
Entering passwords	44
Power management	45
Saving power	45
Battery pack	47
Battery characteristics	47
Charging the battery	47
Optimizing battery life	48
Checking the battery level	49
Battery-low warning	49
Installing and removing the battery pack	50
Traveling with your computer	51
Disconnecting from the desktop	51
Moving around	51
Preparing the computer	51
What to bring to meetings	52
Taking the computer home	52
Preparing the computer	52
What to take with you	53
Special considerations	53
Setting up a home office	53
Traveling with the computer	54
Preparing the computer	54
What to take with you	54
Special considerations	54
Traveling internationally with the computer	54
Preparing the computer	55
What to bring with you	55
Special considerations	55
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	57
Memory card reader	58
Connectivity options	58
Video and audio connectors	60
HDMI	61
Frequently asked questions	63
Requesting service	65
Frequently asked questions	67
Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1	67
How do I get to Start?	67
What are \	67
Can I boot directly to the desktop?	68
How do I jump between apps?	68
How do I turn off my computer?	68
How do I unlock my computer?	68
How do I personalize my computer?	69
Where are my apps?	71
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?	72
How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer?	73
How do I check for Windows updates?	73
Where can I get more information?	73
Troubleshooting	74
Troubleshooting tips	74
Error messages	74
Frequently asked questions	74
Internet and online security	76
First steps on the net	76
Protecting your computer	76
Choose an Internet Service Provider	76
Network connections	78
Surf the Net!	80
Security	80