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4 - Table of contents Troubleshooting tips 73 Error messages 73 Internet and online security 75 First steps on the net 75 Protecting your computer 75 Choose an Internet Service Provider ........ 75 Network connections 77 Surf the Net 79 Security 79 Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies 86

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 adapter	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	14
Hotkeys	14
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	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
Securing your computer	42
Using a computer security lock	42
Using passwords	42
Entering passwords	43
Power management	44
Saving power	44
Battery pack	46
Battery characteristics	46
Charging the battery	46
Optimizing battery life	47
Checking the battery level	48
Battery-low warning	48
Installing and removing the battery pack	49
Traveling with your computer	50
Disconnecting from the desktop	50
Moving around	50
Preparing the computer	50
What to bring to meetings	51
Taking the computer home	51
Preparing the computer	51
What to take with you	52
Special considerations	52
Setting up a home office	52
Traveling with the computer	53
Preparing the computer	53
What to take with you	53
Special considerations	53
Traveling internationally with the computer	53
Preparing the computer	54
What to bring with you	54
Special considerations	54
Memory card reader	56
Connectivity options	56
Video and audio connectors	58
HDMI	59
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	60
Frequently asked questions	62
Requesting service	64
Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1	66
How do I get to Start?	66
What are \	66
Can I boot directly to the desktop?	67
How do I jump between apps?	67
How do I turn off my computer?	67
How do I unlock my computer?	67
How do I personalize my computer?	68
Where are my apps?	70
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?	71
How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer?	72
How do I check for Windows updates?	72
Where can I get more information?	72
Troubleshooting	73
Troubleshooting tips	73
Error messages	73
Internet and online security	75
First steps on the net	75
Protecting your computer	75
Choose an Internet Service Provider	75
Network connections	77
Surf the Net!	79
Security	79