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    USER'S MANUAL
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    . TravelMate Spin B1 Covers: B118 This revision: July 2017 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 depending
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    2 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 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 Your Acer notebook tour 9 Screen view 9 Keyboard view 10 Left view 11 USB
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    4 - Table of contents Internet and online security 65 First steps on the net 65 Protecting your computer 65 Choose an Internet Service Provider ........ 65 Network connections 67 Surf the Net 68 Internet security software 69
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    on caring for your computer and your health • Where to find the power button, ports and connectors • Tips and tricks for using the touchpad and keyboard • How to create recovery backups • Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth • Information on using
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    , 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 Service & Support webpage. 2. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by
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    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 of heat, such as a radiator
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    equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect your nearest authorized Acer service center. For more information, please see Got a question? on page 54.
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    as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Acer computer. Screen view 1 3 2 # Icon 1 2 3 Item Microphone Touchscreen Webcam Description Internal microphone for sound recording. Displays computer output, supports multi-touch input. Web camera for video communication
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    10 - Your Acer notebook tour Keyboard view 1 2 # Icon 1 Item Keyboard 2 Touchpad Description For entering data into your computer. See "Using the keyboard" on page 14. Touch-sensitive pointing device. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface. Press down firmly on the touchpad
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    Left view Your Acer notebook tour - 11 1 2 3 4 56 # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Description DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- port based network. HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. USB port Connects to USB
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    12 - Your Acer notebook tour Right view 1 23 4 # Icon 1 2 3 4 Item Description Power button Turns the computer on and off. Accepts one Secure Digital (SD or SD card reader
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    storage compartment Drain holes Speakers Description Houses the computer's main storage. You may upgrade your computer's main storage. Acer recommends asking an approved service center to do this. Liquid spilled on the keyboard can drain out of the holes in the underside of the housing. Deliver
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    has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you can use to turn keyboard functions on and off. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock Fn + F11 Scroll Lock Fn + F12 Description When Caps Lock
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    Volume down Decreases the sound volume. Home End Scrolls to the beginning of a document. Scrolls to the end of a document. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen or to return to
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    is designed to provide a more uniform, smooth, and accurate touchpad experience. Many applications support precision touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers, however, some gestures may not be supported by the specific application or program you are using. Touchpad gestures Single-finger slide
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    fingers to open Cortana (if your computer supports Cortana) or open the Action Center (if your computer does not support Cortana). Three-finger swipe Swipe across the Note The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement; the lighter the touch, the better the response. Please keep the touchpad and your
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    18 - Using the Precision Touchpad 1. In the icon tray in the lower right-hand corner of the screen, select the Notifications icon to open the Notifications pane. 2. Select All settings. 3. Select Devices > Mouse & touchpad. 4. Now you can adjust the settings to suit your personal needs. You can
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    Using the Precision Touchpad - 19 the cursor from moving if you accidentally tap the touchpad with your palm while working. Scroll down to see more settings.
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    RECOVERY If you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? on page 54) do not help, you can recover your computer. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer provides Acer ControlCenter, which allows you to
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    Recovery - 21 2. Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for Create Factory Default Backup to open the Recovery Drive window. 3. Make sure Backup system files to the recovery drive is selected and click Next. 4. Plug in the USB drive and wait for the PC to detect the USB drive then click Next.
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    22 - Recovery • Since the recovery backup requires at least 8 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of 16 GB or larger. 5. Everything on the drive will be deleted. Click Create to continue. 6. You will be shown the backup progress on the screen. 7.
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    backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you install another operating system. 1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps. 2. Select the Backup tab and click Get started for Backup wireless and LAN drivers. Choose a folder to save
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    been reset back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of
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    Recovery - 25 2. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to Choose an option. 3. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its factory default. This process will reinstall your operating system and remove all of your personal files, apps, and settings. 4. Select Just remove my files if
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    26 - Recovery your computer. This process will take longer, but will be more secure. Warning Selecting "Remove files and clean the drive" will remove all of your personal files and accounts, along with pre-existing drivers that may affect your Windows installation. 5. Click Reset to continue. 6. You
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    devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards. To use Bluetooth, you must ensure the following: 1. 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
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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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    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 Select your network and enter the password if required. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that turns the network
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    30 - Connecting to the Internet management options to turn your wireless network on/off or control what is shared over the network. To connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below. 1. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of
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    4. Select Network & internet. Connecting to the Internet - 31 5. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use.
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    32 - Connecting to the Internet 6. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect. 7. If required, enter the network's password.
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    Connecting with a cable Connecting to the Internet - 33 Built-in network feature 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 be ready to get online. Connecting to a cellular network
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    The Bluelight Shield can be enabled to reduce blue-light emissions from the screen to protect your eyes. To configure the Bluelight Shield, Search for 'Acer Quick Access' in the Start Menu. From here you can toggle Bluelight Shield on or off, and you can choose from four different modes to
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    Keeping your computer and data safe... In this section you will find: • How to secure your computer • Setting passwords • What you need to prepare when you're traveling • How to get the most out of your battery
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    -up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for maximum security. Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password! If you forget your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center.
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    Securing your computer - 37 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. If
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    's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured 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
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    refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video to start from Sleep. Your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Open the desktop. 2.
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    40 - Power management 5. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7. Select Save changes.
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    you long use between charges. Battery characteristics The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer. However, recharging with the computer turned
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    42 - Battery pack Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0° C (32° F) or above 45° C (113° F). Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack. The battery
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    Battery pack - 43 Checking the battery level The power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's present charge level. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the power meter. Important Connect
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    computer or put it into Sleep or Hibernate mode. 4. Close the display cover. 5. Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6. Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. 7. Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer
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    Traveling with your computer - 45 You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing the Sleep hotkey or by closing the display. When you are ready to use the computer again, open the display and, if necessary, press and release the power button. Note The computer may enter Hibernation or Deep Sleep
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    home, take the following items with you: • AC adapter and power cord. • The printed Setup Guide. Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work: • Minimize the periods of time, you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse.
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    Traveling with the computer Traveling with your computer - 47 Important Check with your airline for any special requirements for travelling with Lithium batteries. When you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client's office building or traveling
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    48 - Traveling with your computer Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling. What to bring with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter. • Power cords that are appropriate for your destination(s). • Additional printer driver files if you
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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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    , an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other compatible device. Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers: USB or other devices through a USB port. Some USB 3.0 ports support charging devices when the computer is in Hibernate or turned off.
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    SD CARD READER SD card reader - 51 SD (Secure Digital) cards are used in a wide selection of digital cameras, tablets, media players and cellular phones. Inserting an SD card 1. Align the card so that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down. 2. Carefully slide the
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    on the computer. 3. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Turn on power to the monitor, then the computer. 6. The correct resolution and refresh rate should be detected automatically. If
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    HDMI HDMI - 53 HDMI (High-Definition 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
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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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    things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be too low. Use the Brightness up hotkey to adjust the brightness level. See Using the keyboard. • The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press the display toggle hotkey to toggle the display back to the computer. • The
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    If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. The printer does not work performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1. Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2. If there is a D2D Recovery
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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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    58 - Frequently asked questions Frequently ask Tips and hints for using Windows 10 We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you get started. How do I get to Start? Tap the Start button on the lower left-hand corner of the
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    dim. Tap ... and select a size from the menu that appears. Can I change the screen resolution? Yes, you can. Tap Search and use the onscreen keyboard to type 'Control Panel' in the text box to display the results; tap Control Panel > Adjust screen resolution. Alternatively, you can also tap and hold
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    the set time. Where are my apps? Tap Search and type the name of the app you would like to open using the pop-up keyboard. To view the complete list of apps, tap the Windows Start button and tap All apps.
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    like Notepad and Paint! Where are they? Tap Search and type the name of the app you would like to open using the pop-up keyboard. Alternatively, open All apps and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to see the list of legacy programs. What is a Microsoft ID (account)? A Microsoft account is an
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    button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in with a Microsoft account, and follow the onscreen instructions. How do I check for Windows updates? Tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Update the following pages: • Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com
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    to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshooting tips This computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error symptom
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    or an authorized service keyboard connected center. 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
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    possible, certainly before you connect to the internet. Choose an Internet Service Provider Using the internet has become a natural part of daily family about their experiences or to check reviews and consumer reports. The ISP you select will provide instructions on how to connect to the internet
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    of these modems include an 'router' that provides network and Wi-Fi access. Cable A cable connection provides fast and always-on internet service 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
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    wired and wireless network. Most routers have a built-in DSL modem that will allow you access to a high speed DSL internet connection. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with the subscription to their
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    why not visit our website, www.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: visit us regularly for the latest information
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    devices. Select Acer computers include protection by Norton Security Norton Security is pre-installed on select Acer computers, protecting email looks 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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    70 - Internet and online security company like Norton or Microsoft and that you have a virus. The main motive behind these scams is to extort money from the victim. Cybercriminals can also install malware such as keylogging software or backdoor Trojans in order to gain access to personal information
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    become compromised! What to do if you're infected: If you're infected you 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 on your network and that you need to remove the bot. If you have
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    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 done so, and run
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USER’S MANUAL