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    USER'S MANUAL
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    2 - © 2017. All Rights Reserved. Aspire 3 Covers: A314-31 This revision: March 2017 Sign up for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefits Open the Acer Portal app to sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already have an Acer ID. There are three great reasons for you to get an Acer ID: • Create your own
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    LAN 27 Connecting with a cable 31 Built-in network feature 31 Connecting to a cellular network 31 Acer Bluelight Shield 32 Securing your computer 34 Using a computer security lock 34 Using passwords 34 Entering passwords 35 BIOS utility 36 Boot sequence 36 Setting passwords 36
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    • Tips and tricks for using the touchpad and keyboard • How to create recovery backups • Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth • Information on using Acer's bundled software
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    , data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you have connected to the internet, you can download updates for your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. The link will open the Acer Service & Support webpage. 2. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by
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    , or an Acer- approved adapter to power your device. • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0º C (32º F) or above 50º C (122º F). • Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields
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    Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Route the power cord or visibly damaged, or does not work normally, please contact your nearest authorized Acer service center.
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    NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Acer computer. Screen view 1 3 2 # Icon Item Description Web camera for video 1 Webcam communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active. 2 Screen
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    Keyboard view Your Acer notebook tour - 9 3 1 2 # Icon Item 1 Keyboard 2 Touchpad Description For entering data into your computer. See "Using the keyboard" on page 13. Touch-sensitive pointing device. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. Press down firmly on the
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    to a Kensington-compatible slot security lock. Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/ 2 Ethernet (RJ-45) 1000-based network. port Pull the lip down to open the port fully. 3 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 4 USB ports Connect to USB devices. Accepts one Secure
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    Right view Your Acer notebook tour - 11 12 34 # Icon Item Description 1 Headset/ speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. 2 USB port Connects to USB devices. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the
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    the battery. Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds. Houses the computer's main storage. Main storage compartment You may upgrade your computer's main storage. Acer recommends asking an approved service center to 3 do this. Memory Houses the computer's memory. You may
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    in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Fn + F3 Fn + F4 Fn + F5 Icon Function Airplane mode Sleep Display toggle Description Turns on / off the computer's network devices. Puts the computer in Sleep mode. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.
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    14 - Using the keyboard Hotkey Fn + F6 Icon Fn + F7 Fn + F8 Fn + F11 Fn + F12 Fn + Fn + Fn + Fn + Fn + Home Fn + Pg Up Fn + Pg Dn Fn + End Function Display off Description Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in
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    is designed to provide a more uniform, smooth, and accurate touchpad experience. Many applications support precision touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers, however, some gestures may not be supported by the specific application or program you are using. Touchpad gestures Single-finger slide
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    Precision Touchpad Three-finger press Lightly tap the touchpad with three fingers to open Cortana (if your computer supports Cortana) or open the Action Center (if your computer does not support Cortana). Three-finger swipe Swipe across the touchpad with three fingers. • Swipe up to open Task View
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    3. Select Devices > Mouse & touchpad. Using the Precision Touchpad - 17 4. Now you can adjust the settings to suit your personal needs. You can change the primary button for
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    trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? on page 51) do not help, you can recover your computer. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer provides Acer a full recovery will require a USB recovery backup. Creating a factory
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    Recovery - 19 2. Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for Create Factory Default Backup to open the Recovery Drive window. 3. Make sure Backup system files to the recovery drive is selected and click Next. 4. Plug in the USB drive and wait for the PC to detect the USB drive then click Next.
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    20 - Recovery • Since the recovery backup requires at least 8 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of 16 GB or larger. 5. Everything on the drive will be deleted. Click Create to continue. 6. You will be shown the backup
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    Recovery - 21 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers Back 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.
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    22 - Recovery 3. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your personal files 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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    Recovery - 23 2. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to Choose an option. 3. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its factory default. This process will reinstall your operating system and remove all of your personal files, apps, and settings. 4. Select Just remove my files if
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    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 screen will turn
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    computer, this 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
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    not having any inputs (as in a headset), the passcode is hardcoded into the device (usually "0000" or "1234"). Consult your device's user manual for more information. You can also enter the Bluetooth settings by selecting the Notifications icon in the lower right-hand corner of the screen to
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    from home, you'll need to sign up for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- usually a phone or cable company -- that will turn on your computer's wireless devices only when informed that it is safe to do so by the cabin crew. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane
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    28 - Connecting to the Internet To connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below. 1. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of your choice. Make a note of the wireless network's name and password (if necessary). If you are trying
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    Connecting to the Internet - 29 5. Make sure Wi-Fi is On and select Show available networks. 6. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use.
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    30 - Connecting to the Internet 7. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect. 8. If required, enter the network's password.
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    Connecting with a cable Connecting to the Internet - 31 Built-in network feature If your computer has Then, you'll be ready to get online. Connecting to a cellular network If your computer has a SIM slot, you can connect to the internet using a cellular phone network. To do this, you must have a
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    32 - Acer Bluelight Shield ACER BLUELIGHT SHIELD Acer Bluelight Shield can be enabled to reduce the blue-light emissions from the screen to protect your eyes. To configure Acer Bluelight Shield, Search for 'Acer Quick Access'. From here you can toggle Acer Bluelight Shield on or off, and you can
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    Keeping your computer and data safe... In this section you will find: • How to secure your computer • Setting passwords • What you need to prepare when you're traveling • How to get the most out of your battery
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    computer security slot for a BIOS utility. See Setting passwords on page 36. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot -up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for maximum security. • Password on Boot
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    Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press
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    . However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To activate the BIOS utility, press F2 while the computer logo is being displayed. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the categories listed on the
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    for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses to start from Sleep. Your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Open the desktop. 2.
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    38 - Power management 5. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7. Select Save changes.
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    you long use between charges. Battery characteristics The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer. However, recharging with the computer turned
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    time. Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0° C (32° F) or above 45° C (113° F). Extreme temperatures may adversely reserving battery for mobile use. • Remove accessories that are not being used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as they can continue to draw power. • Store your PC in a
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    Battery pack - 41 Checking the battery level The power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see
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    or Hibernate mode. 4. Close the display cover. 5. Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6. Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7. Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer. Moving around When you are just
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    Traveling with your computer - 43 You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing the Sleep hotkey or by closing the display. When you are ready to use the computer again, open the display and, if necessary, press and release the power button. Note The computer may enter Hibernation or Deep Sleep
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    with you Unless you have some items at home, take the following items with you: • AC adapter and power cord. • The printed Setup Guide. Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work: • Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping
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    your computer when carrying it into the gate area. What to take with you Take the following items with you: • AC adapter • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to
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    What to bring with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter. • Power cords that are appropriate for your destination(s). • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer. • Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to customs officials. • International Travelers
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    Ports and connectors... In this section you will find: • Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer
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    -speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers have a black tongue in the port, while USB 3.0 ports have a blue tongue. For best performance, USB 3.0 devices should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. Consult your device's documentation to see which standard it supports
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    into place. A few millimetres of the card will extend from beyond the slot. If the card contains some files, the Windows AutoPlay window may appear (this on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to stop using the device before removing
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    50 - HDMI HDMI HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible digital audio/video source, such as your computer, a set-top box, DVD player, and audio/video receiver to any compatible digital audio and/or video
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    Got a question? In this section you will find: • Frequently asked questions • Tips for using Windows 10 • Troubleshooting information • How to protect yourself while online • Where to find Acer service center contact information
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    one. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Check if power is being supplied to the computer (if your computer supplied to the computer, check the following: • Do you have a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged into your computer? Unplug it and
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    external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard this option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2. If there
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    54 - Frequently asked questions Note To access the BIOS utility, press F2 when you see the Acer logo during boot up. For more information, see Restoring your computer on page 21. Requesting service International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty
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    Frequently ask Frequently asked questions - 55 Tips and hints for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you get started. How do I get to Start? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on
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    56 - Frequently asked questions Can I personalize the Lock screen? You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of images, or to show you quick status and notifications to suit your personal needs. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the
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    Frequently asked questions - 57 Can I change the screen resolution? Yes, you can. Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and type 'Control Panel' in the text box to display the results; select Control Panel > Adjust screen resolution. Alternatively, you can also right-click
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    in to your favorite websites. When you sign in to your PC with a Microsoft account, you'll connect your PC to the people, files, and devices you care about.
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    button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in with a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions. How do I check for Windows updates? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start the following pages: • Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com
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    to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshooting tips This computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error symptom
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    . Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service error center. Memory size mismatch Press F2 (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact
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    possible, certainly before you connect to the internet. Choose an Internet Service Provider Using the internet has become a natural part of daily family about their experiences or to check reviews and consumer reports. The ISP you select will provide instructions on how to connect to the internet
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    cable connection provides fast and always-on internet service via a cable television line. This service is generally available in large cities. You can an external device, such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Note If your computer includes a SIM card slot, you require
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    allow you and other users of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to the network, for example a printer or scanner. Also you can DSL internet connection. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with the subscription to their
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    why not visit our website, www.acer.com. Acer is dedicated to provide you with on-going personalized support. Check out our Support section to get help tailored to your needs. www.acer.com is your portal to a world of online activities and services: visit us regularly for the latest information
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    devices. Select Acer computers include protection by Norton Security Norton Security is pre-installed on select Acer sneak malware into a user's device unnoticed, sometimes with little action click on anything and delete it immediately. Instead manually launch a browser and type in your bank's website
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    someone that you don't know over the phone. Common threats cybercriminals use Now you know a few very common ways cybercriminals try to sneak onto your device or trick you into providing private information to them directly. Here are a few of the types of malware they like to deploy once they've
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    probably don't realize it as bots are notoriously quiet. Your Internet Service Provider might send you a notification alerting you that they found a use internet security software like Norton Security to scan all of your devices. Viruses/Malware "Virus" is the commonplace word for all malicious
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    unprotected Wi-Fi networks. • Use security software on your devices to help protect yourself from the latest threats. Protect your computer may be infected by malicious software. However, do not blame every computer problem on a virus! If you suspect your computer is infected, the first thing to
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USER’S MANUAL