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4 - Table of contents Video and audio connectors 67 Connecting a monitor 67 Headphones and microphone .......... 67 HDMI 68 Frequently asked questions 70 Requesting service 72 Tips and hints for using Windows 10 74 How do I get to Start 74 How do I turn off my computer? ...... 74 How do I unlock my computer? ......... 74 How do I set the alarm 76 Where are my apps 77 What is a Microsoft ID (account)? ... 78 How do I check for Windows updates 78 Where can I get more information? 79 Troubleshooting 80 Troubleshooting tips 80 Error messages 80 Internet and online security 82 First steps on the net 82 Protecting your computer 82 Choose an Internet Service Provider 82 Network connections 84 Surf the Net 86 Internet security software 86

Section	Page
First things first	6
Your guides	6
Basic care and tips for using your computer	7
Turning your computer off	7
Taking care of your computer	7
Taking care of your AC adapter	8
Cleaning and servicing	8
Your Predator notebook tour	9
Screen view	9
Keyboard view	10
Left view (PH517-51)	12
Left view (PH517-61)	12
USB Type-C information	13
Right view	13
USB 3.0 information	13
Rear view	14
Base view	15
Using the keyboard	16
Hotkeys	16
Windows keys	17
Using the Precision Touchpad	18
Touchpad gestures	18
Changing touchpad settings	20
Recovery	22
Creating a factory default backup	22
Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers	24
Restoring your computer	25
Reset this PC and keep my files	25
Reset this PC and remove everything	26
Using a Bluetooth connection	29
Enabling and disabling Bluetooth	29
Enable Bluetooth and add a device	29
Connecting to the Internet	32
Connecting to a wireless network	32
Connecting to a wireless LAN	32
Connecting with a cable	35
Built-in network feature	35
Connecting to a cellular network	35
PredatorSense	36
The PredatorSense main screen	36
PredatorSense and Acer TrueHarmonyTM settings	37
Adjusting the keyboard backlight	37
Overclocking	38
Adjusting the hotkeys	39
Assign an action to a hotkey	40
Record a macro	40
Creating profiles	41
Fan control	42
Monitoring	43
Sync game settings	43
App Center	45
Bluelight Shield	46
Securing your computer	48
Using a computer security lock	48
Using passwords	48
Entering passwords	49
BIOS utility	50
Boot sequence	50
Setting passwords	50
Power management	51
Saving power	51
Battery pack	53
Battery characteristics	53
Charging the battery	53
Optimizing battery life	54
Checking the battery level	55
Battery-low warning	55
Traveling with your computer	56
Disconnecting from the desktop	56
Moving around	56
Preparing the computer	56
What to bring to meetings	57
Taking the computer home	57
Preparing the computer	57
What to take with you	58
Special considerations	58
Setting up a home office	58
Traveling with the computer	59
Preparing the computer	59
What to take with you	59
Special considerations	59
Traveling internationally	60
Preparing the computer	60
What to bring with you	60
Special considerations	60
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	63
USB Type-C port	64
Thunderbolt 3 port	65
Displays	65
Video and audio connectors	67
Connecting a monitor	67
Headphones and microphone	67
HDMI	68
Frequently asked questions	70
Requesting service	72
Tips and hints for using Windows 10	74
How do I get to Start?	74
How do I turn off my computer?	74
How do I unlock my computer?	74
How do I set the alarm?	76
Where are my apps?	77
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?	78
How do I check for Windows updates?	78
Where can I get more information?	79
Troubleshooting	80
Troubleshooting tips	80
Error messages	80
Internet and online security	82
First steps on the net	82
Protecting your computer	82
Choose an Internet Service Provider	82
Network connections	84
Surf the Net!	86