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1. Create Factory Default Backup Please insert a blank DVD disc or USS flash drive to back up your data Backup to Estimated size 12 58 G8 R needs 4 blank DVD s to burn Labet Do not disconnect the storage media while creating the backup Chet Start to begn creating the backup e Note The number of blank DVDs required varies depending on the operating system installed 3 Insert a blank disc into the drive indicated in the Backup to list then click Next You will be shown the backup progress on the screen Create Factory Default Backup Create on Recovery1 Backup media Elapsed time The drive ejects each disc as it completes burning it 4 Remove the disc from the drive and mark it with a permanent marker Important Write a unique descriptive label on each disc such as Windows Recovery Disc 1 of 2 or Apps Drivers Recovery disc Make sure you keep the discs in a safe place that you will remember English KA 4 D 7 5 If multiple discs are required insert a new disc when wo then click OK Continue recording discs until the process is complete B Creating a recovery backup USB flash Arive To reinstall using a backup on a USB flash drive you must create the recovety backup beforehand Throughout the process you will be guided by onscreen instructions Please read them carefully Important If you are using a USB flash drive ensure it is at least 12 O
2. lt F11 gt mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution would be to connect an external keypad Note lt Fn gt lt F11 gt only for certain models Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down lt Fn gt lt F12 gt when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Number keys on Type numbers in a normal embedded keypad manner Cursor control keys Hold lt Shift gt while using Hold lt Fn gt while using on embedded cursor control keys cursor control keys keypad Main keyboard keys Hold lt Fn gt while typing Type the letters ina letters on embedded keypad normal manner English 22 2 Windows keys oY bp D The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific tant By Windows BB key Pressed alone it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys for other functions Up lt E gt Open or close the Start menu lt A gt lt D gt Display the desktop O lt all gt lt E gt Open Windows Explorer C l
3. Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted u want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove the battery after it is fully charged Qa Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described 3 above Frequent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach the end of its Oa effective life A standard computer battery has a life span of about 300 n charges Installing and removing the battery pack Important Before removing the battery from the unit connect the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer Otherwise turn off the computer first To install a battery pack 1 Align the battery with the open battery bay make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first and that the top surface of the battery is facing up 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in place To remove a battery pack 1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay Charging the battery To charge the battery first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to a mains power outlet You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is charging However charging the battery with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Note You are advised to charge
4. 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Hold lt Alt Gr gt and then press the lt 5 gt key at the upper center of the ry ee T Note Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol O Please refer to www microsoft com typography faq faq12 htm for 6 more information e The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Hold lt Shift gt and then press the lt 4 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard Note This function varies according to the language settings English O 24 t Battery pack A The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use betweehdaparges yy Battery pack characteristics PA The battery pack has the following characteristics E Employs current battery technology standards Delivers a battery low warning 3 The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter O Your computer supports charge in use enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer However recharging with the computer n turned off results in a significantly faster charge time The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will degrade over time This means that the batter
5. For instructions see Returning to a previous system condition on page 7 3 Reset your system to its factory condition If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to reset your system to factory condition see Returning your system to its factory condition on page 8 Types of recovery Recovering pre installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting step you may need to reinstall the software and device drivers that came pre installed on your computer from the factory You can recover using either your hard drive or the recovery discs you have created New software If you need to recover software that did not come pre installed on your computer you need to follow that software s installation instructions New device drivers If you need to recover device drivers that did not come pre installed on your computer follow the instructions provided with the device To recover your pre installed software and drivers 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt Acer then click Acer eRecovery Management OR If you are recovering from your driver and application recovery disc insert it into the disc drive then go to Step 3 after the Acer Application Recovery main menu opens O 4 7 e 2 Click the Restore tab then click Reinstall Drivers Applications to display the Acer Application Recovery main menu amp Restore Operating System to Factory Defaults Restore Operating System to factory default status All data on cA
6. GB and does not contain any previous data Q Click Start gt All Programs gt Acer then click Acer eRecovery Management Create Factory Default Backup Backup the factory default system to media so that you can restore your PC to its factory default status if needed It is important to create the factory default media before using your be Create Drivers and Applications Backup Backup the drivers and applications to storage media Use this media to reinstall drivers oF applic you encounter any problems with them 2 To create recovery backup for the hard drive s entire original contents including Windows and all factory loaded software and drivers click Create Factory Default Backup OR To create a recovery backup for only the factory loaded software and drivers click Create Driver and Applications Backup Important We recommend that you create each type of recovery backup as soon as possible O E 5 O The Create Factory Default Backup dialog box opens Thi dialog box tells you the estimated size of the backup file on your USB flash drive Cn Create Factory Default Backup Please insert a blank DVD disc or USS flash drive to back up your data Backup to R E USS flash free Space 1481 68 Estimated sire 555 G8 Labet USB flash Do not disconnect the storage media while creating the backup Chek Start to begn creating the backup 3 Plug in the USB disk then click Start You will be shown the back
7. Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis L tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders The following symptoms may KA appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back Z Numbness or a burning or tingling sensation O Aching soreness or tenderness Oa e Pain swelling or throbbing n Stiffness or tightness Coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and or pain related to computer use consult a physician immediately and inform your company s health and safety department The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips Refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture Avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward Stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles Take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders Install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach If you view your monitor more than your documents place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours wearing incorrect glasse
8. Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor The following items show you how to use the touchpad with two buttons Press the left and right buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button Execute Quickly click Tap twice at the same twice speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold Tap twice at the same then use finger on speed as double clicking the touchpad to a mouse button rest your drag the cursor finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Access context Click menu once Note Illustrations for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased O Le 19 K Gs Note When using the touchpad keep it and yourfingers dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger move t hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harded will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness Lp a Oe Note By default vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your A touchpad It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows O Control Panel Oa Op Touchpad basics for models with integrated buttons The following items show you how to use the touchpad Move your finger across t
9. activate the BIOS utility then sel ecurity from the categories listed at the top of the screen Find Password on bo nd use the lt F5 gt and lt F6 gt keys to enable this feature IA be Power management T Q This computer has a built in power management unit that monitors system acti System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices 2 keyboard mouse hard disk peripherals connected to the computer and video O memory If no activity is detected for a period of time called an inactivity timeout Op the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy A Q This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the advanced configuration and power interface ACPI which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer English O 36 4 oy Troubleshooting Cy This chapter shows you how to deal with common system peber ead it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutions to more serious problgms require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the computer yourself ppntact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance L Lb ee Troubleshooting tips A This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error 6 O message reports to help you solve problems Cn If the system reports an error message or a
10. rive will be deleted Reboot needed Restore Operating System and Retain User Data Restore only the operating system of your PC to the factory Getauits Fles from your user accounts will be transferred to CAbackup This on wall NOt TeMmove persistent viruses OF malware Reboot needed Reinstall Drivers or Applications Reinstall Factory Default Drivers or Applications 3 Click Contents to show a list of software and device drivers 4 Click the install icon for the item you want to install then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall Returning to a previous system condition Microsoft System Restore periodically takes snapshots of your system settings and saves them as restore points In most cases of hard to resolve software problems you can return to one of these restore points to get your system running again Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day and also each time you install software or device drivers Tip For more information about using Microsoft System Restore click Start then click Help and Support Type windows system restore in the Search Help box then press Enter To return to a restore point 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Action Center then click Recovery 2 Click Open System Restore then Next 3 Select the restore point you want click Next then Finish A c
11. devices will not appear To add a Windows PC to this list open Windows Media Player select Stream and Allow remote control of my Player 3 Select a file in the main window then use the media controls in the bar across the bottom of the screen to control the remote device For more help go to http www acer com English O 16 b cor Acer Backup Manager KJ Cn Note This feature is only available on certain models he bp Acer Backup Manager is a simple three step process that allows you to creat E backup copies of your entire system or selected files and folders according to a Uy schedule or as you need to Q To start Acer Backup Manager press the Acer Backup Manager key above the 6 keyboard Alternatively you can go to Start gt All Programs gt Acer Backup On Manager gt Acer Backup Manager This will open the Welcome screen from this A screen you can select the type of backup you d like to create Back Up my Files Select files to back up Image My Drive Create a backup file for the entire drive You can burn this file to a DVD to restore your computer at a later time or create the file on a USB drive Migrate My Files Allows you to copy files to a USB device so that you can migrate your files to a new computer Select the backup type you d like to make and select the files or drive you want to back up then follow the onscreen instructions 1 Select the content you want to back up The les
12. network feature amp 3 Q The built in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet based network To use the network feature connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet RJ 45 port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network aa English ai i KA yp Universal Serial Bus USB Gy The USB 2 0 port is a high speed serial bus which allows you ie USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources cA BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run it To activate the BIOS utility press lt F2 gt during the POST while the notebook PC logo is being displayed Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen Enable disk to disk recovery To enable disk to disk recovery hard disk recovery activate the BIOS utility then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the lt F5 gt and lt F6 gt keys to set this value to Enabled O t 35 K Password y To set a password on boot
13. the battery before retiring for the day Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with a fully charged battery English O 26 4 Checking the battery level y The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level R e cursor over the battery power icon on the taskbar to see the battery s present cHasge level Optimizing battery life 4 n Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolongin the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below Q Purchase an extra battery pack O Use AC power whenever possible reserving battery for on the go use O 8 Eject a PC Card if it is not being used as it will continue to draw power Q for selected models Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C 50 F to 30 C 86 F Higher temperatures cause the battery to self discharge faster Excessive recharging decreases the battery life 5 Look after your AC adapter and battery Battery low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter Warning Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery low warning appears Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down When the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation The A
14. will be sent a confirmation email with important data that you should keep in a safe place Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook we have designed a set of guides First off the setup poster helps you get started with setting up your computer The Aspire V5 1 Series User Guide contains useful information applying to all models in the Aspire V5 1 product range It covers basic topics such as Acer eRecovery Management using the keyboard audio etc Please understand that due to its nature the User Guide as well as the AcerSystem User Guide will occasionally refer to functions or features which are only contained in certain models but not necessarily in the model you have purchased Such instances are marked in the text with language such as only for certain models The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide which contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and 2 Ly ry xiii O troubleshooting In addition it contains warranty informatin and the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook It is eee ee Document Format PDF and comes preloaded on your noteb Follow these steps to access it 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt AcerSystem 4 2 Click AcerSystem User Guide Ly Note Viewing the file r
15. 7 Frequently asked questidts The following is a list of possible situations that may arise aud use of your computer Easy solutions are provided for each one bh turned the power on but the computer does not start or Boot up Look at the power indicator D If it is not lit no power is being supplied to the computer 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 D Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and A to the power outlet If it is lit check the following Is a non bootable non system disk in the external USB floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system disk and press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt to restart the system Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on three things might be the cause The brightness level might be too low Press lt Fn gt lt gt gt increase to adjust the brightness level The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hotkey lt Fn gt lt F5 gt to toggle the display back to the computer If the Sleep indicator is lit the computer is in Sleep mode Press and release the power button to resum
16. Aspire V5 1 Series User Guide 2012 All Rights Reserved Aspire V5 1 Series User Guide This revision 04 2012 Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase l I Information for your satetfand comfort o a Safety instructions PA Read these instructions carefully Keep this document for future reference Fotigyy all warnings and instructions marked on the product Turning the product off before cleaning as S Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners 8 or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning aQ CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer If the system has multiple sources of power disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet CAUTION for bundled dummy cards only for certain models Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in
17. C adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then and a power outlet connect to the mains power supply are available 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly by g Q An extra fully 1 Save all necessary files W charged battery 2 Close all applications L pack is available 3 Turn off the computer Le 4 Replace the battery pack Le 5 Turn on the computer and resume work ks The AC adapter or 1 Save all necessary files KA a power outlet is 2 Close all applications oe unavailable You 3 Turn off the computer con have no spare S battery pack y English O 28 KA Taking your notebook PC With you O This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving aroidg or traveling with your computer A Lb Disconnecting from the desktop os Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories Gy Save any open files G2 Remove any media floppy disks or compact disks from the drive s O Shut down the computer KS Close the display cover Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter oa A UN lt a 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 Moving around When you are just moving within short distances for example from your office desk to a me
18. ag remember that air bags inflate with great force S Do not place objects including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area n over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft disrupt the wireless telephone network and may be illegal Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked They include below deck on boats chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane and areas where the air contains chemicals or
19. away from your body It should not contain metal O and you should position the device the above stated distance from your body To successfully transmit data files or messages this device requires a good quality connection to the network In some cases transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed Parts of the device are magnetic Metallic materials may be attracted to the device and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device because information stored on them may be erased Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment including wireless phones may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15 3 centimeters 6 inches be maintained between wireless devices and a pacemaker to avoi
20. d model type Serial number Date of purchase English m iS KA Q Regulations and safety nofi es O FCC notice Lan This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a dias Spotl device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation Tie device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installe and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to O radio communications O However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular Q installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television n reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc cert
21. d potential interference with the pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research Persons with pacemakers should do the following Always keep the device more than 15 3 centimeters 6 inches from the pacemaker Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on If you suspect interference switch off your device and move it Hearing aids Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids If interference occurs consult your service provider b vill Q O oy Vehicles Gy RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shiel lectronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems l ctronic anti skid anti lock braking systems electronic speed control systems and Bir bag systems For more information check with the manufacturer or its repres pit tive of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added Only qualified persormel should service the device or install the device in a vehicle Faulty installation service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to theo device Check regularly that all wireless equipment in your vehicle is mounted and Q operating properly Do not store or carry flammable liquids gases or explosive i materials in the same compartment as the device its parts or enhancements For Oz vehicles equipped with an air b
22. d quality radiocommunication 2 Animproper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty English a i 2 Canada Low power license ex mpt radio communication devices RSS 240 a Common information Lb Operation is subject to the following two conditions 4 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device b Operation in 2 4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewing distance 500 mm Design inclination angle 0 0 Design azimuth angle 90 0 Viewing direction range class Class IV Screen tilt angle 85 0 Design screen illuminance llluminance level 250 250cosa Ix where a 85 Color Source D65 Reflection class of LCD panel positive and negative polarity Ordinary LCD Class Protective or Acer LCD Class IlI Image polarity Reference white Yn Pre setting of luminance and u n color temperature 6500K e Ain tested under BM7 Pixel fault class Class II Part no xx XXXXX XXX Ver 01 01 03 K KN cg Q
23. dapter 3 Use a soft moist cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners If either of the following occurs The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged The computer does not operate normally Please refer to Frequently asked questions on page 37 Information for your safety and comfort Cx Safety instructions t Operating environment Medical devices Vehicles Potentially explosive environments Emergency calls Disposal instructions Mercury advisory ENERGY STAR Tips and information for comfortable use First things first Product Registration How to Register Another Option Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing Acer eRecovery Management Creating a recovery backup Optical drive Creating a recovery backup USB flash drive Recovering your system Optical drive To recover your system Types of recovery Recovering pre installed software and drivers Returning to a previous system condition Returning your system to its factory condition Recovering your system USB flash drive To recover your system Types of recovery Recovering pre installed software and drivers Returning to a previous system condition Returning your system to its factory condition Acer clear fi Navigating media and photos Shared files Which devices are compatible Playi
24. drivers on page 10 For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre installed see that product s documentation or technical support Web site 2 Revert to a previous system condition If reinstalling software or drivers does not help then the problem may be solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly For instructions see Returning to a previous system condition on page 11 3 Reset your system to its factory condition If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to reset your system to factory condition see Returning your system to its factory condition on page 12 Types of recovery Recovering pre installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting step you may need to reinstall the software and device drivers that came pre installed on your computer from the factory You can recover using either your hard drive or the backup you have created New software If you need to recover software that did not come pre installed on your computer you need to follow that software s installation instructions New device drivers If you need to recover device drivers that did not come pre installed on your computer follow the instructions provided with the device To recover your pre installed software and drivers 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt Acer then click Acer eRecovery Management OR K 1 If you are recovering from your dri
25. e No audio is heard from the computer Check the following The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control speaker icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click the icon and deselect the Mute all option The volume level may be too low In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off English O 38 Ly i QO oy The keyboard does not respond Q Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the comput6r If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal oard cable may be loose Le The printer does not work a Check the following 2 Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to a USB port and the Oz corresponding port on the printer want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs Note D2D Recovery is only available in notebook models fitted with a hard drive Note If your system is the multilingual version the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations This recovery process helps you restore the C drive with th
26. e original software content that is installed when you purchase your notebook Follow the steps below to rebuild your C drive Your C drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased It is important to back up all data files before using this option Before performing a restore operation please check the BIOS settings by pressing lt F2 gt during POST 1 Check to see if Acer disk to disk recovery is enabled or not 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes The system will reboot To start the recovery process 1 Restart the system 2 While the Acer logo is showing press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt at the same time to enter the recovery process 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery Important This feature occupies 6 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk O t 39 K Ta O O Before you call K Requesting service Lb Please have the following information available when you call Acer for di e service and please be at your computer when you call With your sispa can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems offcientp f there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them dow they appear on the screen or the number and sequence in the case of beeps O You are required to provide the following information l gt Name Q Address n Telephone number Machine an
27. equires Adobe Reader If Adobe Reader is not s installed on your computer clicking on AcerSystem User Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first Follow the instructions on Oz the screen to complete the installation For instructions on how to use Q Adobe Reader access the Help and Support menu 6 Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen Please refer to the Quick Guide for the location of the power button To turn the power off do any of the following Use the Windows shutdown command click Start then Click Shut Down Use the power button You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again wait at least two seconds before powering up Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture Do not spill water or any liquid o
28. es Devices connected to your network are shown in the Home Shared section Select a device then the select the category to explore After a short delay shared files and folders are shown on the right Browse to the file you want to play then double click to start playback 2 Ly yy 15 O Use the media controls in the bar across the bottom of th screen to control playback For example when music is selected you can play pause or stop playback and adjust the volume tD DA Note You must activate sharing on the device that stores the files Open clear fi on the device that stores the files select Edit then make Q sure Share my library on local network is active O s O Preferences on mE EJ Share my library on local network All files under My Library will be shared Z Change to folder view for remote devices C ok Cancel Which devices are compatible Certified Acer devices with clear fi or DLNA software can be used with the clear fi software These include DLNA compliant PCs smartphones and NAS Network Attached Storage devices Playing to another device If you want to play the media on another device you need to do the following 1 Inthe bottom right corner select Play to 2 Select the remote device that will be used to play the file My Computer Vincent S GPAC My Computer S Note Only devices optimised for playback are available in this list certain PCs and storage
29. esh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Warning We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed If this is unavoidable work for only short periods take breaks regularly and do some stretching exercises Note For more information please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 40 English xii h l oy First things first amp We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choleb for meeting your mobile computing needs A Product Registration zs When using your computer for the first time it is recommended that you Uy immediately register it This will give you access to some useful benefits such as 2 Faster service from our trained representatives O Membership in the Acer community receive promotions and participate in Oa customer surveys 6 Q The latest news from Acer Hurry and register as other advantages await you How to Register During the initial startup of your notebook or desktop a window will invite you to register Please fill in the mandatory fields and click Next The second window you ll see contains optional fields that will help us to provide you with a more personable customer service experience Another Option Another way to register your Acer product is to visit our website at http registration acer com Choose your country and follow the simple instructions After we receive your product registration you
30. eting room Preparing the computer Before moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building To bring the computer out of Sleep mode open the display then press and release the power button If you are taking the computer to a client s office or a different building you may choose to shut down the computer Click Start then click Shut Down Or You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Then close and latch the display When you are ready to use the computer again unlatch and open the display then press and release the power button Note If the Sleep indicator is off the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is on the computer has entered Sleep mode In both cases press and release the power button to turn the computer O t 29 K back on Note that the computer may enter Rhernation mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time S Cr O What to bring to meetings If your meeting is relatively short you probably do not need to bring any hing with you other than your computer If your meeting will be longer or if your bat is not fully charged you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room Q If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet red
31. hard drive that the operating system will be recovered to Warning Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive Click OK The recovery process begins by restarting your computer then continues by copying files to your hard drive This process may take a while the Acer eRecovery Management screen displays the progress When the recovery has finished a dialog box prompts you to restart your computer Click OK to restart your computer Follow the onscreen prompts for first time system setup Recovering from the hard drive during startup To reinstall Windows and all pre installed software and drivers 1 Turn on your computer then press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt during startup to open Acer eRecovery Management 2 Click Restore Operating System to Factory Defaults O b 13 Warning Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive 4 3 Click Next Your hard drive s original factory loaded contents will Bey recovered This process will take several minutes pb K Recovering from your recovery backup To reinstall Windows and all pre installed software and drivers C2 1 Plug in the USB flash drive and turn on your computer K Warning Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive If it is not already enabled you must enable the F12 Boot Menu Press lt F2 gt when starting your computer Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Main menu Press the down key
32. he touchpad to move the cursor Press the touchpad down or tap to perform a click which will select or start an item Place your finger in the bottom right corner of the touchpad and press to perform a right click The bottom left and bottom right corners of the touchpad are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Open Quickly press Press or tap twice at the twice same speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Press once Press or tap once English O 20 4 Press and hold then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor same speed clicking a mouse rest your finger on touchpad on the second jap and drag the cursor Access context menu Q Press once ee K Note When using the touchpad keep it and your fingers dry On and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness O b 21 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded numeric kef agi separate cursor lock Windows function and special keys PA A Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad L The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off KA aa E Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in y uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric lt Fn gt
33. he wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating so 2 v K Do not overload a power outlet strip or receptacle plugging in too many devices The overall system load must not exceed 80 of the branch circuit rating If power strips are used the load should not oxoeegg0 of the power strip s input rating This product s AC adapter is equipped with a three wire ground tt lug The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet Make sure the power ous properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug Do not inserttt ip plug into a non grounded power outlet Contact your electrician for details a Oaa Warning The grounding pin is a safety feature Using a power oe outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock Cn and or injury cA Note The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product The system can be powered using a wide range of voltages 100 to 120 or 220 to 240 V AC The power cord included with the system meets the requirements for use in the country region where the system was purchased Power cords for use in other countries regions must meet the requirements for that country region For more information on power cord requirements contact an authorized reseller or service provider Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may exp
34. ified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation O ay 41 Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES Lop Remarque a l intention des utilisateurs aradeg Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 0 Canada KA Hereby Acer declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the oe essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Oa Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Compliant with Russian regulatory certification TP ME61 LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction Radio device reg
35. ing the restore point you specified This process may take several minutes and may restart your computer English 12 o Returning your system to its factory cohdition If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverablediy other methods you may need to reinstall everything to return your system to its fa condition You can reinstall using either your hard drive or the recovery backu p have created un Warning This complete recovery deletes everything on your hardy drive then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre installed on your system If you can access important G2 files on your hard drive back them up now S If you can still run Windows see Recovering from within Windows on page 12 o If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive is still working see Recovering from the hard drive during startup on page 12 If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive has been completely re formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive see Recovering from your recovery backup on page 13 Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all pre installed software and drivers Click Start gt All Programs gt Acer then click Acer eRecovery Management Click the Restore tab then Restore Operating System to Factory Defaults to open the Confirm Restoration dialog box Click Yes then Start A dialog box will display information about the
36. licking Settings Password for Restore Process Password Protection Disabled Create a New Password English KN 2 D 2 Creating a recovery backup Optical drive To reinstall using a backup on optical discs you must create the epvery disc beforehand Throughout the process you will be guided by onscreefVinstructions Please read them carefully 4 1 Create Factory Default Backup OA Backup the factory default system to media so that you can restore your PC to its factory default status if needed It is important to create the factory defaut media before using your O PC 6 Create Drivers and Applications Backup Q Backup the drivers and applications to storage medis Use this Media to reinstall drivers oF applicabons if you encounter arty problems with them 2 To create recovery discs for the hard drive s entire original contents including Windows and all factory loaded software and drivers click Create Factory Default Backup OR To create a recovery disc for only the factory loaded software and drivers click Create Drivers and Applications Backup Important We recommend that you create each type of recovery backup as soon as possible O E 3 O The Create Factory Default Backup dialog box tells you Re amp number of blank recordable discs you will need to complete the recovery di cae sure that you have the required number of identical blank discs ready befo pontinuing
37. lines to protect your computer while traveling Always take the computer as carry on luggage If possible have the computer inspected by hand Airport security X ray machines are safe but do not put the computer through a metal detector Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors Traveling internationally with the computer When you are moving from country to country b Y 31 Qa Preparing the computer Cy Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for tradgling L What to take with you Take the following items with you A AC adapter h Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are travel Spare fully charged battery packs C gt Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer om Proof of purchase in case you need to show it to customs officials Oa International Travelers Warranty passport n Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these tips are useful when traveling internationally When traveling in another country check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible If not purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer If you are using the modem check if the modem and connector are compatible with the telecommunicati
38. luids rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately Q7 For safety reasons and to prolong the lifetime of the battery charging will not occur at temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 40 C 104 F O The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete Oa charge and discharge cycles The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds 6 of times but it will eventually wear out When the operation time becomes e noticeably shorter than normal buy a new battery Use only the approved batteries and recharge your battery only with the approved chargers designated for this device Use the battery only for its intended purpose Never use any charger or battery that is damaged Do not short circuit the battery Accidental short circuiting can occur when a metallic object such as a coin clip or pen causes direct connection of the positive and negative terminals of the battery These look like metal strips on the battery This might happen for example when you carry a spare battery in your pocket or purse Short circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the connecting object The capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced if the battery is left in hot or cold places such as in a closed car in summer or winter Always try to keep the battery between 15 C and 25 C 59 F and 77 F A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily even when the ba
39. management Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips Error messages Frequently asked questions Requesting service Before you call Regulations and safety notices FCC notice LCD pixel statement Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EU The FCC RF safety requirement Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 LCD panel ergonomic specifications b Acer eRecovery Manageffent If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable ig methods you may need to reinstall the Windows operating system and fa ded software and drivers To ensure you can recover your computer when pdea you should create a recovery backup as soon as possible g Note The following content is for general reference only Actual va product specifications may vary O Yp Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions Q 1 Backup o Create Factory Default Backup e Create Drivers and Applications Backup Note Models that do not have a built in ODD will allow you to make backup copies to a USB drive or an external ODD 2 Restore Restore Operating System to Factory Defaults Restore Operating System and Retain User Data Reinstall Drivers or Applications This chapter will guide you through each process To use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Management you must first set the password The password is set by launching Acer eRecovery Management and c
40. n error symptom occurs see Error C messages below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See j Requesting service on page 39 Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Disk boot failure Insert a system bootable disk then press lt Enter gt to reboot Equipment Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility then configuration error press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service center type error I O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer or an authorized service center keyboard connected Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Memory size mismatch Press lt F2 gt 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 your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance be 3
41. n the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt English O xiv 4 oy Never place objects on top of the computer Q Do not slam the computer display when you close it On Cr Never place the computer on uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter Py Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter be Do not connect the adapter to any other device Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic G2 When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the Oz plug S On The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these steps 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC a
42. nergy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U S Environmental Protection Agency Acer is committed to offering products and services worldwide that help customers save money conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment The more energy we can save through higher energy efficiency the more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of climate change More information refers to www energystar gov or www energystar gov powermanagement Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products only for certain models Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads and warmer climates e Automatically go into display sleep and computer sleep mode after 10 and 30 minutes of inactivity respectively e Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse e Computers will save more than 80 energy at sleep mode ENERGY STAR is only available for certain models and have the ENERGY STAR certification mark on the palm rest ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U S marks Z x gt K 7 Tips and information for comfortabig use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after ep longed use Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working i nt of a computer Long work periods bad posture poor work habits stress indgequate working conditions personal health and other factors greatly increase a or physical injury
43. ng to another device ents Cont ae ON D Acer Backup Manager Touchpad Touchpad basics for models with separate buttons Touchpad basics for models with integrated buttons Using the keyboard Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Special keys only for certain models Battery pack Battery pack characteristics Maximizing the battery s life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery level Optimizing battery life Battery low warning Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Securing your computer Using a computer security lock Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Expanding through options Connectivity options Built in network feature Universal Serial Bus USB 16 18 0718 ot 21 4 22 23 24 24 24 25 25 26 26 26 28 28 28 28 29 29 29 29 29 30 30 30 30 30 30 31 31 31 31 31 32 32 32 33 33 33 34 O Ly Z O Yop BIOS utility Q Boot sequence Cn Enable disk to disk recovery to Password Power
44. onfirmation message box will appear 4 Click Yes Your system is restored using the restore point you specified This process may take several minutes and may restart your computer English 2 8 Ly O Returning your system to its factory cofdition If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable other methods you may need to reinstall everything to return your system to its fal condition You can reinstall using either your hard drive or the recovery discs yo ve created Ly Warning This complete recovery deletes everything on your hardy drive then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre installed on your system If you can access important C2 files on your hard drive back them up now S If you can still run Windows see Recovering from within Windows on page 8 To If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive is still working see Recovering from the hard drive during startup on page 8 If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive has been completely re formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive see Recovering from your recovery discs on page 9 Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all pre installed software and drivers Click Start gt All Programs gt Acer then click Acer eRecovery Management Click the Restore tab then Restore Operating System to Factory Defaults Click Yes then Start A dialog box will displa
45. ons system of the country you are traveling in Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of Learn how to protect and take care of your computer Security features include hardware and software locks a security notch and passwords Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington compatible security slot for a security lock Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available English in KA oy Using passwords Gy Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access sh these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your compyter and data Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utiity Once set you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility BIOS utility on page 34 User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume fro Qa Hibernation for maximum security 2 Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine O the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume Oa from Hibernation for maximum security 6 Q Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password If you forget your passwo
46. ose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when The power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed Liquid was spilled into the product The product was exposed to rain or water The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged The product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition coy vi h ae Yop Guidelines for safe battery usage C This notebook uses a Lithium ion battery Do not use it in a humid wet or corrosive environment Do not put store or leave your product in or near a fy source ina high temperature location in strong direct sunlight in a microwave orina pressurized container and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 C ts F Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak acid becorng hot explode or ignite and cause injury and or damage Do not pierce openor disassemble the battery If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the 2 leaked f
47. particles such as grain dust or metal powders Do not switch the notebook on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger Emergency calls Warning You cannot make emergency calls through this device To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone or other telephone call system 2 Ly yy ix Q l l l oy Disposal instructions amp Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when cscaig To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment please recycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit www acer group com public Sustainability sustainability01 htm L Mercury advisory For bulb inside projectors or electronic products containing a non LED Hg backlit LCD CRT monitor or display Lamp s inside this product contain Cp mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local state S or federal laws For more information contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at KA www eiae org For lamp specific disposal information check www lamprecycle org ENERGY STAR Acer s ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark What is ENERGY STAR Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less e
48. r computer Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Main menu Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is selected press lt F5 gt to change this setting to Enabled Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter Select OK to confirm Your computer will restart 2 During startup press lt F12 gt to open the boot menu The boot menu allows you to select which device to start from such as the hard drive or an optical disc 3 Use your arrow keys to select the line CDROM DVD this line may start with IDE 1 then press lt Enter gt Windows will install from the recovery disc you inserted 4 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the recovery English b 10 Recovering your system sp flash drive Dr If calling Acer support did not help fix your problem you can use the net eRecovery Management program This will restore your computer to the sal tate as when you purchased it while giving you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval a To recover your system Qn 1 Perform minor fixes Q 6 If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers To recover software and drivers that were pre installed at the factory see Recovering pre installed software and
49. rd please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center 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 press lt F2 gt to enter the BIOS utility at boot up Type the Supervisor Password and press lt Enter gt to access the BIOS utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up e Type the User Password and press lt Enter gt to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer again and try again Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility O KA 33 Expanding through options O Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing expefience Connectivity options Lh Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would a desktop PC For instructions on how to connect different external devices to th Q computer read the following section Yy Built in
50. rus Malta Bulgaria and Romania Usage is allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use Please see ec europa eu enterprise rtte implem htm for the latest country list The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the notebook PC O 4 43 K series shall be used in such a manner that the potential fakhuman contact during normal operation is minimized as follows 1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions oftpireless option devices that are included in the user s manual of each RF op n device Caution To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance E requirements a separation distance of at least 20 cm 8 inches mes LA be maintained between the antenna for the integrated wireless Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons KZ ice eyes O a A Q Note The wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to ensure goo
51. s content you select the quicker the process will be but it will increase your risks of losing data 2 Select where you want the backup copies to be stored You will need to select an external drive or your D drive Acer Backup Manager cannot store a backup on the source drive 3 Select how often you want Acer Backup Manager to create backups Once you have finished these three steps backups will be created according to the schedule You can also create backups manually by pressing the Acer Backup Manager key O D 17 7 Q If you wish to change your settings at any time run Ace kup Manager from the Start menu and go through the steps outlined above Cro Acer Bas from oi he choices b o start managing Back Up My Files Back U Files Pick and eon files to back up or let the s a complete backup of your z o e e file or folder for the backup and then select ll fi X 5 A Oyon stination for the backup Once you have selected the destination o schedule the backup Click on the Backup My Files OA Image My Drive Mak omplete ge backup of your computer to English O js b Touchpad Za The built in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement Stis surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the ce of the touchpad The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comand support PA h 2 Touchpad basics for models with separate KA buttons
52. s or contact lenses glare excessive room lighting poorly focused screens very small typefaces and low contrast displays could stress your eyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain Eyes Rest your eyes frequently Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point ie D xi Q Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Qh Display a e Keep your display clean O Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the dis yso your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display Adjust the display brightness and or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity h n Z Eliminate glare and reflections by Uy placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source O minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds KT using a task light Q e changing the display s viewing angle using a glare reduction filter e using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front edge Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle Avoid looking at bright light sources for extended periods of time Developing good work habits The following work habits make computer use more relaxing and productive Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fr
53. t a gt lt F gt Search for a file or folder Q lt Ay gt lt G gt Cycle through Sidebar gadgets lt ay gt lt L gt Lock your computer if you are connected to a network domain or switch users if you re not connected to a network domain lt E gt lt M gt Minimizes all windows lt A gt lt R gt Open the Run dialog box lt u gt lt T gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar lt PH gt lt U gt Open Ease of Access Center lt AE gt lt X gt Open Windows Mobility Center lt u gt lt Break gt Display the System Properties dialog box lt au gt lt Shift M gt Restore minimized windows to the desktop lt u gt lt Tab gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D lt u gt lt SPACEBAR3s Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar lt CTRL gt lt au gt lt F gt Search for computers if you are on a network lt CTRL gt lt M gt lt Tab gt Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D Note Depending on your edition of Windows some shortcuts may not function as described Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu b 23 Special keys only for certain noi You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the Gper center of your keyboard The Euro symbol L
54. the card slots Dummies protect unused slots from dust metal objects or other particles Save the dummies for use when no cards are in the slots CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing follow these instructions Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings Decrease the volume if you can t hear people speaking near you Q Warnings Do not use this product near water Oo Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table ape product falls it could be seriously damaged Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable opefation of the product and to protect it from overheating These openings must ngbe blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing tHe product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should ne be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided KZ Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they O may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a C fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent batter
55. ttery is fully charged Battery performance is especially limited in temperatures well below freezing Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode Batteries may also explode if damaged Dispose of batteries according to local regulations Please recycle when possible Do not dispose as household waste Wireless devices may be susceptible to interference from the battery which could affect performance Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries Cy vii Operating environment Warning For safety reasons turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your laptop under the fgHowing conditions These devices may include but are not limite k wireless LAN WLAN Bluetooth and or 3G z K Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always swith off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or oe danger Use the device only in its normal operating positions This device meets RF on exposure guidelines when used normally and it and its antenna are positioned at Ca least 1 5 centimeters 5 8 inches
56. uce the drain on the Y battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode Press lt Fn gt lt F4 gt or close the oe display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer To resume open On the display if closed then press and release the power button C Q Taking the computer home When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Preparing the computer After disconnecting the computer from your desktop follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home Check that you have removed all media and compact discs from the drive s Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to take with you Unless you have some items at home take the following items with you AC adapter and power cord The printed User s Guide Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat Changes in temperature and humidity can ca
57. ulatory notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices English b 42 R European Union EU Cy R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC as attested by conformity with the f ing harmonized standard Article 3 1 a Health and Safety 4 EN60950 1 Ly EN62311 L lt Article 3 1 0 EMC Uy EN301 489 1 2 EN301 489 3 Applicable to non Bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set Oz EN301 489 7 C EN301 489 17 EN301 489 24 Article 3 2 Spectrum Usages EN300 440 2 Applicable to non Bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set e EN300 328 EN301 511 EN301 893 Applicable to 5 GHz high performance RLAN EN301 908 1 EN301 908 2 List of applicable countries EU member states as of July 2009 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyp
58. until F12 Boot Menu is selected press lt F5 gt to change this setting to Enabled Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter Select OK to confirm Your computer will restart 2 During startup press lt F12 gt to open the boot menu The boot menu allows you to select which device to start from such as a flash drive 3 Use your arrow keys to select the line USB HDD then press lt Enter gt Windows will install from the recovery backup on the USB flash drive 4 _ Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the recovery English 14 by f oy Acer clear fi amp Note Only for certain models H With Acer clear fi you can enjoy videos photos and music Stream media from to other devices with Acer clear fi installed Kez Note All devices must be connected to the same network K To watch videos or listen to music open clear fi Media to browse photos open Q clear fi Photo Important When you first open a clear fi application Windows Firewall will ask for permission to allow clear fi to access the network Select Allow Access in each window Navigating media and photos The list in the left panel shows your computer My Library then other devices if any are connected to your network Home Shared To view files on your computer select one of the categories under My Library then browse the files and folder on the right Shared fil
59. up progress on the screen Create Factory Default Backup Create ont USS flash Backup medix mt Elapsed time 4 Unplug the USB flash drive and mark it with a permanent marker Important Write a unique descriptive label on each backup such as Windows Recovery Backup or Apps Drivers Recovery Backup Make sure you keep the USB flash drive in a safe place that you will remember English b 6 D A Recovering your system Optical drive a If calling Acer support did not help fix your problem you can use the nee eRecovery Management program This will restore your computer to the sal tate as when you purchased it while giving you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval a To recover your system Op 1 Perform minor fixes Q 6 If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers To recover software and drivers that were pre installed at the factory see Recovering pre installed software and drivers on page 6 For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre installed see that product s documentation or technical support Web site 2 Revert to a previous system condition If reinstalling software or drivers does not help then the problem may be solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly
60. use condensation Allow the English m i computer to return to room temperature and inspect Ke screen for condensation before turning on the computer If the temper re change is greater than 10 C 18 F allow the computer to come to ro emperature slowly If possible leave the computer for 30 minutes in an envifapment with a temperature between outside and room temperature 4 2 Setting up a home office pb If you frequently work on your computer at home you may want to purchase a Voy second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid Q carrying the extra weight to and from home If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time you might also on want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse O Traveling with the computer When you are moving within a larger distance for instance from your office building to a client s office building or traveling locally Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area What to take with you Take the following items with you AC adapter Spare fully charged battery pack s Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home follow these guide
61. ver and application K ry backup insert the USB flash drive into a USB port Open the USB flash drive i oo Explorer and double click Recovery 2 Click Reinstall Drivers or Application from a USB device Oy Welcome to Acer shac Tool Lb Aces Reinstall Drivers of Application from a USB device Q 3 Click Contents to show a list of software and device drivers 4 Click the install icon for the item you want to install then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall Returning to a previous system condition Microsoft System Restore periodically takes snapshots of your system settings and saves them as restore points In most cases of hard to resolve software problems you can return to one of these restore points to get your system running again Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day and also each time you install software or device drivers Tip For more information about using Microsoft System Restore click Start then click Help and Support Type windows system restore in the Search Help box then press Enter To return to a restore point 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Action Center then click Recovery 2 Click Open System Restore then Next 3 Select the restore point you want click Next then Finish A confirmation message box will appear 4 Click Yes Your system is restored us
62. y information about the hard drive that the operating system will be recovered to Warning Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive Click OK The recovery process begins by restarting your computer then continues by copying files to your hard drive This process may take a while the Acer eRecovery Management screen displays the progress When the recovery has finished a dialog box will prompt you to restart your computer Click OK to restart your computer Follow the onscreen prompts for first time system setup Recovering from the hard drive during startup To reinstall Windows and all pre installed software and drivers 1 Turn on your computer then press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt during startup to open Acer eRecovery Management 2 Click Restore Operating System to Factory Defaults Warning Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive 4 3 Click Next Your hard drive s original factory loaded contents will Bey recovered This process will take several minutes pb K Recovering from your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all pre installed software and drivers G2 1 Turn on your computer insert the first system recovery disc into your optical Oz disc drive then restart your computer e 3 Warning Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive If it is not already enabled you must enable the F12 Boot Menu Press lt F2 gt when starting you
63. y leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices HDD optical drive and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack The bottom surface areas around ventilation openings and AC adapter may get hot To avoid injury ensure they do not come in contact with your skin or body Note Reduce the risk of heat induced injury or fire by adhering to the following 1 Do not place the computer or AC adapter on a soft surface such as a bed 2 Do not rest the computer or AC adapter on your lap for extended periods 3 Use the computer on a flat hard surface such as a desk 4 Ensure that the ventilation is not obstructed Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts Keep them out of the reach of children Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into t
64. y s performance will diminish with time and use To maximize your battery s life you are advised to adhere to the recommendations set out below Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use a battery pack for the first time there is a conditioning process that you should follow Insert the new battery without turning the computer on Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery Disconnect the AC adapter 1 2 3 4 Turn on the computer and operate using battery power 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery low warning appears 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times Use this conditioning process for all new batteries or if a battery hasn t been used for a long time If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit 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 he 25 By following the battery conditioning process you a e ur battery to accept the maximum possible charge Failure to follow this proced ai prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge and will also shorten k ffective lifespan of the battery In addition the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by a ioio usage patterns

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