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Installing and removing the battery pack, Situation, Recommended Action

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48 - Battery pack Situation The AC adapter or a power outlet is unavailable. You have no spare battery pack. Recommended Action 1. Save all necessary files. 2. Close all applications. 3. Turn off the computer. Installing and removing the battery pack Important Before removing the battery from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer. Otherwise, turn off the computer first. To install a battery pack: 1. Align the battery with the open battery bay; make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first, and that the top surface of the battery is facing up. 2. Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in place. To remove a battery pack: 1. Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2. Pull the battery from the battery bay.

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	14
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad	14
Hotkeys	15
Windows keys	16
Touchpad	17
Touchpad basics	17
Touchpad gestures	17
Recovery	19
Creating a recovery backup	19
Creating a drivers and applications backup	21
Recovering your system	23
Reinstalling drivers and applications	23
Returning to an earlier system snapshot	25
Returning your system to its factory condition	26
Recovering from Windows	26
Recovering from a recovery backup	29
Connecting to the Internet	33
Connecting with a cable	33
Built-in network feature	33
Connecting wirelessly	34
Connecting to a wireless LAN	34
Connecting to a 3G network	35
Using a Bluetooth connection	36
Enabling and disabling Bluetooth	36
Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8.1	36
Adding a Bluetooth device	37
Securing your computer	41
Using a computer security lock	41
Using passwords	41
Entering passwords	42
Power management	43
Saving power	43
Battery pack	45
Battery characteristics	45
Charging the battery	45
Optimizing battery life	46
Checking the battery level	47
Battery-low warning	47
Installing and removing the battery pack	48
Traveling with your computer	49
Disconnecting from the desktop	49
Moving around	49
Preparing the computer	49
What to bring to meetings	50
Taking the computer home	50
Preparing the computer	50
What to take with you	51
Special considerations	51
Setting up a home office	51
Traveling with the computer	52
Preparing the computer	52
What to take with you	52
Special considerations	52
Traveling internationally with the computer	52
Preparing the computer	53
What to bring with you	53
Special considerations	53
Memory card reader	55
Connectivity options	55
Video and audio connectors	57
HDMI	58
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	59
Frequently asked questions	61
Requesting service	63
Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1	65
How do I get to Start?	65
What are \	65
Can I boot directly to the desktop?	66
How do I jump between apps?	66
How do I turn off my computer?	66
How do I unlock my computer?	66
How do I personalize my computer?	67
Where are my apps?	69
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?	70
How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer?	71
How do I check for Windows updates?	71
Where can I get more information?	71
Troubleshooting	72
Troubleshooting tips	72
Error messages	72
Internet and online security	74
First steps on the net	74
Protecting your computer	74
Choose an Internet Service Provider	74
Network connections	76
Surf the Net!	78
Security	78