Acer Nitro N50-600 User Manual

Acer Nitro N50-600 Manual

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    - 1 NITRO DESKTOP COMPUTER USER'S MANUAL
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    NITRO Desktop Computer Covers: Tower models This revision: March 2020 Important This manual contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright laws. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Some features described in this manual may not be supported
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    first 5 Your guides 5 Basic care and tips for using your computer 5 Turning your computer off 5 Taking care of your computer 6 Taking care of your AC adapter 7 Cleaning and servicing 7 Recovery 8 Creating a file history backup 8 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 9 Creating
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    Getting started... In this section you will find: • Useful information on caring for your computer and your health • How to create recovery backups • Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth • Information on using Acer's bundled software
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    utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you have connected to the internet, you can download updates for your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. The link will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by
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    two seconds before powering up. Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it. • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer- approved adapter to power your device. • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources
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    cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If your computer is dropped or visibly damaged, or does not work normally, please contact your nearest authorized Acer service center.
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    Got a question? on page 30) do not help, you can recover your computer. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer provides Acer Care Center, which allows you to reset your PC, refresh your PC, backup files/data or create a factory default backup. If you cannot access
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    tab and click Get started for Backup wireless and LAN drivers. Choose a folder to save your drivers and select OK. 3. You will be shown the is selected and click Next. 7. Plug in the USB drive and wait for the PC to detect the USB drive then click Next. 8. Everything on the drive will be deleted
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    Recovery Management allows you to quickly and easily restore your computer back to its default status. You can choose to keep your files or remove them before reinstalling Windows. Reset this PC and keep my files 1. From Start, select Care Center then Recovery Management. 2. Select the Restore
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    files. Click Reset to continue. This will take a while and your PC will restart. 5. You will be shown the reset progress on the screen will remove all of your personal files and accounts, along with pre-existing drivers that may affect your Windows installation. 6. Click Reset to continue. 7. You
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    12 - Recovery 10.When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will use factory default settings.
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    features make it easy for you to connect your computer to the internet using a cable or a wireless connection. First though, in order to connect to the internet, you'll need to sign up for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- usually a phone or cable company -- that will have
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    Connect. 5. If required, enter the network's password. Connecting with a cable Built-in network feature If your computer has a network port, plug one end of a network cable into the network port on your computer, and the other end into a port on your router (refer to the image below.) Then, you'll
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    may be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is available). Note Please check your devices owner's manual to determine how to turn on its Bluetooth adapter. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every
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    devices not having any inputs (as in a headset), the passcode is hardcoded into the device (usually "0000" or "1234"). Consult your device's user manual for more information. You can also enter the Bluetooth settings by selecting the Notifications icon in the lower right-hand corner of the screen to
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    Keeping your computer and data safe... In this section you will find: • How to secure your computer • Setting passwords
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    . See Setting passwords on page 20. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center. Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt
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    is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press Enter. Important You have three chances to enter a password. If you
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    and optimized, and you do not normally need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To activate the BIOS utility, press F2 while the computer logo is being displayed. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS
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    power requirements and environmental impact, turn off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup is off, your computer will take longer to start from Sleep. Your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Press the Windows key or select the Windows
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    Ports and connectors... In this section you will find: • Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer
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    PORTS AND CONNECTORS Ports and connectors - 23 The tables below indicate what the different icons represent. Note The ports and connectors listed below may not be available on all models. Icon Item Power button Icon Item Serial port Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack USB port
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    24 - Ports and connectors • Defined by the 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB). USB 3.2 Gen 2 information • USB 3.2 Gen 2 compatible ports are red. • Compatible with 3.2 Gen 2 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use 3.2 Gen 2-certified devices. • Defined by the 3.2 Gen 2
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    ). USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers have a black tongue in the port, while USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports have a blue tongue. For best performance, USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. Consult your device's documentation to see which standard it supports. You can also charge
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    -C port is reversable; connectors may be inserted with either side up. Note On Acer computers USB Type-C ports support up to USB 3.2 (SuperSpeed USB, 10 Gbps). Other USB devices with a USB Type-C connector are supported, but transfer speed may be reduced and certain functions will be disabled (such
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    Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible digital audio/video source, such as your computer, a set-top box, DVD player, and audio/video receiver to any compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television
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    design. SD cards contain up to 4 GB; SDHC cards contain up to 32 GB; and SDXC cards can contain up to 2048 GB (2 TB). Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card reader. Note SDXC memory cards can only be used in an SDXC-compatible reader; SD and SDHC cards
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    Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Turn on power to the monitor, then the computer. 6. The computer. Note To access the display controls, right-click anywhere on the desktop and select Display settings. Headphones and microphone One or more 3.5 mm jacks on your computer
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    Got a question? In this section you will find: • Frequently asked questions • Tips for using Windows 10 • Troubleshooting information • How to protect yourself while online • Where to find Acer service center contact information
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    off); if there is no power, check the following: • If you are using on the battery, it may be low and unable to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. You may need to wait a few minutes before trying to turn your
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    and push to eject the tray. The keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. The printer does not work. • Make sure that the printer is
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    you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you call. With your support, we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently. If there are error messages or beeps reported by
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    34 - Frequently asked questions You are required to provide the following information: Name: Address: Telephone number: Machine and model type: Serial number: Date of purchase:
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    button to show a list of installed apps on the computer. How do I turn off my computer? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button notifications? You can turn off notifications so that you can leave your computer running, but not be disturbed by notifications. Press the Windows key
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    36 - Frequently asked questions Can I personalize the Lock screen? You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of images, or to show you quick status and notifications to suit your personal needs. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the
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    the results; select Change the resolution of the display. Alternatively, you can also right-click anywhere on the desktop and select Display settings > Display. How do I set the alarm? Your computer can act as an alarm clock. Type 'Alarms' to search for the Alarms & Clock app. 1. Select an alarm
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    the one you already use to communicate with friends and sign in to your favorite websites. When you sign in to your PC with a Microsoft account, you'll connect your PC to the people, files, and devices you care about. Do I need one? You do not need a Microsoft ID to use Windows
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    button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in with a Microsoft account instead, and follow the onscreen instructions. How do I check for Windows updates? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start visit the following pages: • Windows 10 information: www.microsoft.com • Support FAQs: support.acer.com
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    it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshooting tips This computer incorporates an advanced design
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    . Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service error center. Memory size mismatch Press F2 (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact
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    their experiences or to check reviews and consumer reports. The ISP you select will provide instructions on how to connect to the internet (you may need additional software or a special 'box' that connects to your phone line). Connection types Depending on your computer model, your location and your
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    via a cable television line. This service is generally available in large cities. You can use your telephone and watch cable TV at the same time you are connected to the internet. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office building or
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    a modem/router with the subscription to their services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Network cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect the host computer to the access point (see illustration
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    security - 45 Wireless adapter Most computers feature a wireless module and Wi- acer.com. Acer is dedicated to provide you with on-going personalized support. Check out our Support section to get help tailored to your needs. www.acer.com is your portal to a world of online activities and services
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    by Norton Security Norton Security is pre-installed on select Acer computers, protecting your identity and financial data from viruses, spyware, strange, don't click on anything and delete it immediately. Instead manually launch a browser and type in your bank's website address and log-in yourself.
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    your phone A tech support scam is a form of online fraud where people call you on the phone saying they're Technical Support from a trusted company safe: Don't fall for phone calls that tell you your software or computer isn't working. Never give your personal information like social security or
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    Most people who are infected with botnets aren't even aware that their computer's security has become compromised! What to do if you're infected probably don't realize it as bots are notoriously quiet. Your Internet Service Provider might send you a notification alerting you that they found a threat
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    MITM). These attacks are akin to eavesdropping. Data is sent from point A (computer) to point B (server/website), and an attacker can get in-between these your privacy and anonymity are protected when you use public Wi-Fi. VPN services can encrypt all the data that you send and receive while using a
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    erratically, crashes unexpectedly or if some of your programs do not work correctly, your computer may be infected by malicious software. However, do not blame every computer problem on a virus! If you suspect your computer is infected, the first thing to do is update, if you have not already
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    Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies - 51 PLAYING BLU-RAY OR DVD MOVIES If your computer is equipped with a Blu-Ray or DVD drive, you can play movies on your computer or on a high-definition TV via HDMI. 1. Insert the disc into the drive. 2. After a few seconds, the movie will start playing. 3. If
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