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10 - Your Acer notebook tourKeyboard view3Power indicatorIndicates the computer’s power status.Blue: The computer is turned on.Amber, slow flash: The
Your Acer notebook tour - 11Left view1234# Icon Item Description1HDMI portSupports high-definition digital video connections.2USB port with power-off
12 - Your Acer notebook tourRight view 1234 # Icon Item Description1 SD card readerAccepts one Secure Digital (SD or SDHC) card.Push to remove/install
Using the keyboard - 13USING THE KEYBOARDThe keyboard has full-sized keys, separate cursor, and Windows keys.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or ke
14 - Using the keyboardWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.<Fn> + <U> + <I>Backlight toggl
Touchpad - 15TOUCHPADTouchpad basicsThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide your finger across the touchpa
16 - TouchpadThis allows you to control applications with a few simple gestures, such as: • Swipe in from edge: Access Windows tools by swiping into t
Recovering your system - 17RECOVERING YOUR SYSTEMDepending on the storage space available in your computer, your computer either uses the Acer Recover
18 - Recovering your systemCreating recovery discsThis section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer provides Acer Recovery Ma
Recovering your system - 191. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps.2. Click Create Facto
2 - © 2014. All Rights Reserved.Aspire R 13Covers: Aspire R7-371TThis revision: September 2014Sign up for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefitsOpen the
20 - Recovering your system• Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB
Recovering your system - 21may use either a USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs.1. From
22 - Recovering your systemwith a permanent marker. If multiple discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. Continue until the
Recovering your system - 23Reinstalling drivers and applicationsAs a troubleshooting step, you may need to reinstall the applications and device drive
24 - Recovering your system3. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. Images for reference only.4. Click the install icon for
Recovering your system - 252. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. Images for reference only.3. Click the install icon for
26 - Recovering your system4. Click the latest restore point (at a time when your system worked correctly), click Next, then Finish. 5. A confirmation
Recovering your system - 27the Windows Store). See Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management on page 28.Restore Factory Settings with Acer Reco
28 - Recovering your system5. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your hard drive. 6. After th
Recovering your system - 292. The Refresh your PC window opens.Images for reference only.3. Click Next, then Refresh.4. The recovery process begins by
Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSFirst things first 6Your guides ... 6Basic care and tips for using y
30 - Recovering your systemb. Windows starts from the recovery backup instead of the normal startup process.6. Select your keyboard type.7. Select Tro
Recovering your system - 312. Click Next.3. Select the operating system to recover (normally only one option is available).4. Choose to keep any chang
32 - Connecting to the InternetCONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes basic information on types of connections, and getting connected to the
Connecting to the Internet - 33Connecting to a wireless LANA wireless LAN (or WLAN) is a wireless local area network, which can link two or more compu
34 - Using a Bluetooth connectionUSING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONBluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short distances b
Using a Bluetooth connection - 354. Tap the device you wish to add from the list of discovered devices, and tap Pair.A code displays on your computer,
36 - Acer Touch ToolsACER TOUCH TOOLSAcer Touch Tools makes using your Windows device easier and more convenient. You can select, drag or tap on small
Acer Touch Tools - 37PointingThe AccuFinger pointer's fine tip allows you to work with even very small screen elements. This can be particularly
38 - Acer Touch Tools• Text edit: You can select text in supported programs by tapping on a word or text block to select it or insert the cursor. You
Acer Touch Tools - 39or left-hand operation, which optimizes pointer orientation for the selected mode.
4 - Table of contentsVideo and audio connectors 63HDMI 64Universal Serial Bus (USB) 65Frequently asked questions 67Requesting service ...
40 - Acer Screen GraspACER SCREEN GRASPAcer Screen Grasp is a handy screen capture tool that allows you to capture all or part of anything that’s disp
Acer Screen Grasp - 41Adjusting the SettingsTap the Settings icon to adjust the defaults for Acer Screen Grasp. You can enable or disable the launch
42 - Acer Screen Grasp4 Marker tool.5 Text tool.6Eraser.7 Mosaic effect.8 Lasso tool.9Share capture to...• Windows clipboard• Facebook• Acer Scrapboar
Acer Scrapboard - 43 ACER SCRAPBOARDAcer Scrapboard is a useful tool to manage your screen captures. Screen captures are automatically sorted by date.
44 - Acer Hover AccessACER HOVER ACCESSAcer Hover Access is designed to work with the optional Acer Active Pen for the Aspire R 13 and allows you to t
Acer Hover Access - 45Adjusting the SettingsTap the Settings icon to adjust the defaults for Acer Hover Access. You can define which application to l
46 - Keeping your computerand data safe...In this section you will find:• How to secure your computer• Setting passwords• What you need to prepare whe
BIOS utility - 47BIOS UTILITYThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already proper
48 - Securing your computerSECURING YOUR COMPUTERYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take c
Securing your computer - 49• Type the User Password and press <Enter> to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning mess
- 5Getting started...In this section you will find:• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health• Where to find the power button,
50 - Power managementPOWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any a
Power management - 515. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7. Select Save changes
52 - Battery packBATTERY PACKThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges.Battery characteristicsThe battery
Battery pack - 53Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. The battery conditioning
54 - Battery packChecking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the tas
Traveling with your computer - 55TRAVELING WITH YOUR COMPUTERThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with yo
56 - Traveling with your computerYou can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing <Fn> + <W> or by closing the display.When you are read
Traveling with your computer - 57What to take with youUnless you have some items at home, take the following items with you:• AC adapter and power cor
58 - Traveling with your computerWhen you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client's office build
Traveling with your computer - 59What to bring with youBring the following items with you:• AC adapter.• Power cords that are appropriate for your des
6 - First things firstFIRST THINGS FIRSTWe would like to thank you for making this Acer tablet your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.You
60 - Ports and connectors...In this section you will find:• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer
Memory card reader - 61MEMORY CARD READERConnectivity optionsYour computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that allow you to connect periphera
62 - Memory card reader(2 TB). Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card reader.Removing a card from a memory card reader1. Click on Show
Video and audio connectors - 63VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORSConnect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection supported depends on your
64 - HDMIHDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible d
Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 65UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB)The USB port is a high-speed port which allows you to connect USB peripherals, such as a mous
66 - Got a question?In this section you will find:• Frequently asked questions• Tips for using Windows 8.1• Troubleshooting information• How to protec
Frequently asked questions - 67FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer
68 - Frequently asked questions• The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the ic
Frequently asked questions - 69I want to restore my computer to its original settings.This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the or
First things first - 7Taking care of your computerYour computer will serve you well if you take care of it.• Do not expose the computer to direct sunl
70 - Frequently asked questionsIf the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service site, you can still get in contact wit
Frequently asked questions - 71Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we&a
72 - Frequently asked questionsCan I boot directly to the desktop?Yes, you can, just follow these steps:1. Go to the desktop.2. Tap and hold the taskb
Frequently asked questions - 73Can I personalize the Lock screen?You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of ima
74 - Frequently asked questionsCan I make tiles bigger or smaller?Swipe upwards from bottom of the screen and tap Customize, tap the tile(s) you wish
Frequently asked questions - 755. Save the alarm by tapping the Save icon in the upper right-hand corner. Where are my apps?Swipe the right-hand edge
76 - Frequently asked questionsthe tile(s) you wish to remove and tap Unpin from Start from the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen.How do I
Frequently asked questions - 77What is a Microsoft ID (account)?A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to sign in to Window
78 - Frequently asked questionsTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if
Frequently asked questions - 79If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorize
8 - First things firstIf either of the following occurs:• The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged;• The computer does not operate n
80 - Internet and online securityINTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITYFirst steps on the netProtecting your computerIt is vital to protect your computer from v
Internet and online security - 81Internet as the connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL)DSL (Digita
82 - Internet and online securityNetwork connectionsA LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office building or home
Internet and online security - 83services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions.Net
84 - Internet and online securitySurf the Net!To surf the Internet, you need a program called an Internet browser. Internet Explorer provides an easy
Internet and online security - 85computer in various ways, using up resources or clogging up a network.What is spyware?Spyware refers to generally unw
86 - Internet and online securitywould allow it (i.e. a game connecting to a multi-player server or an encyclopaedia making a content update).How to p
Internet and online security - 87The next line of defense many times is your antivirus software, which monitors all online activities such as email me
88 - Internet and online securityof your online accounts, one of the first steps you can take is to change your password. Protect your personal inform
Internet and online security - 89• Pay attention to privacy policies on Web sites and in software.It is important to understand how an organization mi
Your Acer notebook tour - 9YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOURAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new A
90 - Internet and online securitythat something bad may have happened and you should take necessary action.Protect your computer with Windows security
Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies - 91PLAYING BLU-RAY OR DVD MOVIESIf your computer is equipped with a Blu-Ray or DVD drive, you can play movies on your c
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