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Left view Your Acer notebook tour - 11 12 # Icon 1 2 Item USB port Power button Description Connects to USB devices. Turns the computer on and off. Information on USB 3.0 • USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). Right view # Icon 1 2 3 Item Headset/speaker jack SD card reader USB port 12 3 Description Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. Accepts one Secure Digital card (SD or SDHC). Push to remove/install the card. Only one card can operate at any given time. Connects to USB devices.

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
Cleaning and servicing	8
Your Acer notebook tour	9
Screen view	9
Keyboard view	10
Left view	11
Information on USB 3.0	11
Right view	11
Rear view	12
Base view	13
Using the keyboard	14
Lock keys	14
Hotkeys	14
Windows keys	15
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
Acer Touch Tools	41
Touch tool controls	41
Pointing	42
Using AccuFinger	42
RepliView	43
Settings	43
Acer Screen Grasp	45
Overview	45
Adjusting the Settings	46
The editing tool	46
Acer Scrapboard	48
BIOS utility	50
Boot sequence	50
Setting passwords	50
Securing your computer	51
Using a computer security lock	51
Using passwords	51
Entering passwords	52
Power management	53
Saving power	53
Battery pack	55
Battery characteristics	55
Charging the battery	55
Optimizing battery life	56
Checking the battery level	57
Battery-low warning	57
Traveling with your computer	58
Disconnecting from the desktop	58
Moving around	58
Preparing the computer	58
What to bring to meetings	59
Taking the computer home	59
Preparing the computer	59
What to take with you	60
Special considerations	60
Setting up a home office	60
Traveling with the computer	60
Preparing the computer	61
What to take with you	61
Special considerations	61
Traveling internationally with the computer	61
Preparing the computer	61
What to bring with you	62
Special considerations	62
Acer Converter Port	64
Memory card reader	65
Connectivity options	65
Video and audio connectors	67
HDMI	68
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	69
Frequently asked questions	71
Requesting service	73
Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1	75
How do I get to Start?	75
What are \	75
Can I boot directly to the desktop?	76
How do I jump between apps?	76
How do I turn off my computer?	76
How do I unlock my computer?	76
How do I personalize my computer?	77
Where are my apps?	79
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?	80
How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer?	81
How do I check for Windows updates?	81
Where can I get more information?	81
Troubleshooting	82
Troubleshooting tips	82
Error messages	82
Internet and online security	84
First steps on the net	84
Protecting your computer	84
Choose an Internet Service Provider	84
Network connections	86
Surf the Net!	88
Security	88