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4 - Table of contents 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 Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies 86

Section	Page
Aspire E 15 Series	1
User’s Manual	1
Getting started...	5
First things first	6
Your guides	6
Basic care and tips for using your computer	6
Turning your computer 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	10
Keyboard view	11
Left view	12
Information on USB 3.0	12
Right view	14
Base view	15
Using the keyboard	16
Lock keys	16
Hotkeys	16
Windows keys	18
Touchpad	19
Touchpad basics	19
Touchpad gestures	19
Recovery	21
Creating a recovery backup	21
Creating a drivers and applications backup	23
Recovering your system	25
Reinstalling drivers and applications	26
Returning to an earlier system snapshot	28
Returning your system to its factory condition	29
Recovering from Windows	29
Recovering from a recovery backup	32
Connecting to the Internet	35
Connecting with a cable	35
Built-in network feature	35
Connecting wirelessly	36
Connecting to a wireless LAN	36
Connecting to a 3G network	37
Using a Bluetooth connection	38
Enabling and disabling Bluetooth	38
Enable Bluetooth and add a device	38
Keeping your computer and data safe...	40
BIOS utility	41
Boot sequence	41
Setting passwords	41
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	54
Preparing the computer	54
What to bring with you	54
Special considerations	54
Ports and connectors...	55
Memory card reader	56
Connectivity options	56
Video and audio connectors	58
HDMI	59
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	60
Got a question?	61
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 set the alarm?	69
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