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4 - Table of contents How do I set the alarm 72 Where are my apps 73 What is a Microsoft ID (account 74 How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer 75 How do I check for Windows updates?..... 75 Where can I get more information 75 Troubleshooting 76 Troubleshooting tips 76 Error messages 76 Internet and online security 78 First steps on the net 78 Protecting your computer 78 Choose an Internet Service Provider ........ 78 Network connections 80 Surf the Net 82 Security 82 Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies 89

Section	Page
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
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	13
Base view	14
Using the keyboard	15
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad	15
Hotkeys	16
Windows keys	17
Touchpad	18
Touchpad basics	18
Touchpad gestures	18
Recovery	20
Creating a recovery backup	20
Creating a drivers and applications backup	22
Recovering your system	24
Reinstalling drivers and applications	25
Returning to an earlier system snapshot	27
Returning your system to its factory condition	28
Recovering from Windows	28
Recovering from a recovery backup	31
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
Enable Bluetooth and add a device	37
Acer Backup Manager	39
Acer Theft Shield	42
Using Acer Theft Shield	43
General	43
Settings	44
BIOS utility	45
Boot sequence	45
Setting passwords	45
Securing your computer	46
Using a computer security lock	46
Using passwords	46
Entering passwords	47
Power management	48
Saving power	48
Battery pack	50
Battery characteristics	50
Charging the battery	50
Optimizing battery life	51
Checking the battery level	52
Battery-low warning	52
Traveling with your computer	53
Disconnecting from the desktop	53
Moving around	53
Preparing the computer	53
What to bring to meetings	54
Taking the computer home	54
Preparing the computer	54
What to take with you	55
Special considerations	55
Setting up a home office	55
Traveling with the computer	56
Preparing the computer	56
What to take with you	56
Special considerations	56
Traveling internationally	56
Preparing the computer	57
What to bring with you	57
Special considerations	57
Memory card reader	59
Connectivity options	59
Video and audio connectors	61
HDMI	62
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	63
Frequently asked questions	65
Requesting service	67
Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1	69
How do I get to Start?	69
What are \	69
Can I boot directly to the desktop?	70
How do I jump between apps?	70
How do I turn off my computer?	70
How do I unlock my computer?	70
How do I set the alarm?	72
Where are my apps?	73
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?	74
How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer?	75
How do I check for Windows updates?	75
Where can I get more information?	75
Troubleshooting	76
Troubleshooting tips	76
Error messages	76
Internet and online security	78
First steps on the net	78
Protecting your computer	78
Choose an Internet Service Provider	78
Network connections	80
Surf the Net!	82
Security	82