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PredatorSense and Acer TrueHarmonyTM settings, settings

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42 - PredatorSense PredatorSense and Acer TrueHarmonyTM settings Click the Settings icon to change settings for your Predator system. You can disable sticky keys, the Windows and menu keys or system boot animation and change temperature units. Turn keyboard backlight off automatically if no action within 30 seconds. To get a different audio experience, you can click Acer TrueHarmonyTM icon to adjust the audio mode.

Section	Page
First things first	6
Your guides	6
Basic care and tips for using your computer	7
Turning your computer off	7
Taking care of your computer	7
Taking care of your AC adapter	8
Cleaning and servicing	8
Your Predator notebook tour	9
Screen view	9
Keyboard view	10
Right view	11
USB Type-C information (DisplayPortTM / Thunderbolt 3)	12
Left view	13
Set up your USB wireless device	14
USB 3.1 Gen 1 information	14
Rear view	15
Base view	16
Using the keyboard	17
Lock keys	17
Hotkeys	17
Windows keys	18
Ezel Aero HingeTM	19
Using the Precision Touchpad	22
Touchpad gestures	22
Changing touchpad settings	25
Recovery	27
Creating a factory default backup	27
Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers	29
Restoring your computer	30
Reset this PC and keep my files	30
Reset this PC and remove everything	31
Using a Bluetooth connection	34
Enabling and disabling Bluetooth	34
Enable Bluetooth and add a device	34
Connecting to the Internet	37
Connecting to a wireless network	37
Connecting to a wireless LAN	37
Connecting with a cable	40
Built-in network feature	40
Connecting to a cellular network	40
PredatorSense	41
The PredatorSense main screen	41
PredatorSense and Acer TrueHarmonyTM settings	42
Adjusting the keyboard backlight	43
Dynamic lighting	43
Fan lighting	44
Overclocking	45
Adjusting the hotkeys	46
Assign an action to a hotkey	47
Record a macro	47
Creating profiles	48
Fan control	49
Monitoring	50
Sync game settings	50
App Center	52
App Management	52
Bluelight Shield	54
Securing your computer	56
Using a computer security lock	56
Using passwords	56
Entering passwords	57
BIOS utility	58
Boot sequence	58
Setting passwords	58
Power management	59
Saving power	59
Battery pack	61
Battery characteristics	61
Charging the battery	61
Optimizing battery life	62
Checking the battery level	63
Battery-low warning	63
Traveling with your computer	64
Disconnecting from the desktop	64
Moving around	64
Preparing the computer	64
What to bring to meetings	65
Taking the computer home	65
Preparing the computer	65
What to take with you	66
Special considerations	66
Setting up a home office	66
Traveling with the computer	67
Preparing the computer	67
What to take with you	67
Special considerations	67
Traveling internationally	68
Preparing the computer	68
What to bring with you	68
Special considerations	68
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	71
USB Type-C port	72
Thunderbolt 3 port	73
Displays	73
Video and audio connectors	75
Connecting a monitor	75
Headphones and microphone	75
HDMI	76
Frequently asked questions	78
Requesting service	80
Tips and hints for using Windows 10	82
How do I get to Start?	82
How do I turn off my computer?	82
How do I unlock my computer?	82
How do I set the alarm?	84
Where are my apps?	85
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?	85
How do I check for Windows updates?	86
Where can I get more information?	86
Troubleshooting	87
Troubleshooting tips	87
Error messages	87
Internet and online security	89
First steps on the net	89
Protecting your computer	89
Choose an Internet Service Provider	89
Network connections	91
Surf the Net!	93