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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Operating System version. Images provided herein are for reference only and may contain information or features that do not apply to your computer. Acer Group shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Securing your computer Guidelines for safe battery usage ....7 Using a computer security lock....50 Internal battery........10 Using passwords ........50 Your Acer computer tour Entering passwords ........51 Screen view ........... 11 BIOS utility Keyboard view ........12 Boot sequence........
  • Page 4 • Where to find the power button, ports and connectors • Windows 11 interface overview • Tips and tricks for using the touchpad and keyboard • How to create recovery backups • Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth • Information on using Acer’s bundled software...

  • Page 5: First Things First

    First things first - 5 IRST THINGS F IR ST We would like to thank you for making this Acer computer your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Acer computer, we have designed a set of...

  • Page 6: Taking Care Of Your Computer

    Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it. • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer- approved adapter to power your device. • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator.

  • Page 7: Taking Care Of Your Ac Adapter

    3. Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If your computer is dropped or visibly damaged, or does not work normally, please contact your nearest authorized Acer service center. Guidelines for safe battery usage Warning...
  • Page 8 • The charging port must be clean and free from debris and should only be used with Acer charging equipment. Use of a non-Acer battery or charging equipment can cause damage to the product and will void the warranty.
  • Page 9 • Device with removable battery: The battery should only be replaced with parts approved by Acer. Do not replace the battery with any parts other than approved ones. This notebook uses a Lithium-based battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet or corrosive environment.

  • Page 10: Internal Battery

    Please refer to www.acer.com for battery shipping documents. Internal battery • Do not attempt to replace a built-in rechargeable battery, battery replacement must be done by an Acer- authorized repair facility. Recharge the battery by following the instruction included in the product documentation.

  • Page 11: Your Acer Computer Tour

    Your Acer computer tour - 11 CER C OMPUTE R TO U R After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Acer computer. Screen view Icon Item Description Web camera for video communication or taking photos.

  • Page 12: Keyboard View

    12 - Your Acer computer tour Keyboard view Icon Item Description For entering data into your computer. Keyboard See "Using the keyboard" on page Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device. Click buttons The left and right buttons function like (left and right) the left and right mouse buttons.

  • Page 13: Left View

    • Delivers up to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging. • Compatible with Thunderbolt ™ • DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 60 W at 20 For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device.

  • Page 14: Usb 3.2 Gen 1 Information

    14 - Your Acer computer tour USB 3.2 Gen 1 information • USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices.

  • Page 15: Right View

    Your Acer computer tour - 15 Right view Icon Item Description Indicates the computer’s battery status. Charging: The light shows amber Battery indicator when the battery is charging. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Indicates the computer’s power Power indicator status.

  • Page 16: Rear View

    16 - Your Acer computer tour Rear view Icon Item Description Waterproof Allows the computer to stay cool. ventilation and Do not cover or obstruct the cooling fan openings. Base view Icon Item Description Liquid spilled on the keyboard can...
  • Page 17 Your Acer computer tour - 17 Icon Item Description Simulates removing and reinstalling Battery reset the battery. pinhole Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds. Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.

  • Page 18: Using The Keyboard

    18 - Using the keyboard SI NG THE KEY BOA R D The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows keys and hotkeys. Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you can use to turn keyboard functions on and off.
  • Page 19 Using the keyboard - 19 Icon Function Description Locks your computer to secure your Lock your information. You can enter password to computer continue your work. Turns on / off the computer's network Flight mode devices. Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on and off. Adjusts keyboard backlight brightness.

  • Page 20: Hotkeys

    Switches fan mode between Silent, Normal and Performance. For more information on how to achieve Fn + F optimal cooling efficiency in different scenarios, please launch Acer Quick Access application. Fn + delete Turns Insert on or off. home Scrolls to the beginning of a document.

  • Page 21: The Windows Os Desktop

    The Windows OS Desktop - 21 OS D I NDOWS ES KT OP 2 3 4 5 Item Description Changes the apps settings for your Settings computer. Launches apps, through Pinned, Start Recommended, or All apps. Types in the texts to search on your Search computer and the Internet.

  • Page 22: Tips And Hints For Using Windows

    Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Windows Update. Select Advanced options to configure the settings. Where can I get more information? For more information please visit the following pages: support.microsoft.com/Windows • Windows 11 information: • Support FAQs: support.acer.com...

  • Page 23: Using The Precision Touchpad

    Using the Precision Touchpad - 23 S ING T HE RECISION O UC H PA D The touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide your finger across the touchpad, the cursor will follow this movement. The Precision Touchpad (PTP) is designed to provide a more uniform, smooth, and accurate touchpad experience.
  • Page 24 24 - Using the Precision Touchpad Three-finger press Lightly tap the touchpad with three fingers to open the Search Windows. Three-finger swipe Swipe across the touchpad with three fingers. • Swipe up to open Task View. Move the cursor over a window and tap the touchpad to select that window, or swipe downwards to exit Task View.

  • Page 25: Changing Touchpad Settings

    Using the Precision Touchpad - 25 Changing touchpad settings To change the touchpad settings to suit your personal requirements, please do the following. 1. In the icon tray in the lower right-hand corner of the screen, select the Network, Sound and Battery icon to open the Quick settings pane. 2.

  • Page 26: Recovery

    This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer provides Acer ControlCenter, which allows you to reset your PC, refresh your PC, backup files/data or create a factory default backup. If you cannot access Acer ControlCenter, click Settings in the Start menu, select System and then click Recovery.
  • Page 27 Recovery - 27 3. Click Set up syncing for OneDrive folder syncing to continue. 4. Make sure the folders that you want to back up are selected and click Start back up to continue.
  • Page 28 28 - Recovery 5. You can select View sync progress to watch files sync until it completes. 6. To open the OneDrive folder, double click OneDrive icon in the notification area.

  • Page 29: Backing Up Your Wireless And Lan Drivers

    Recovery - 29 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers Back up your wireless and LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you install another operating system. 1. From Start, select Control Center in all apps list then Recovery Management.
  • Page 30 30 - Recovery 3. Click Reset PC to Choose an option. 4. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your personal files.
  • Page 31 Recovery - 31 5. Choose from the two options - Cloud download or Local reinstall to reinstall Windows. (Ensure you are connected to the internet when using Cloud download.) 6. Click Change settings to open the Choose settings options.
  • Page 32 32 - Recovery 7. Choose your settings options and follow the instructions on screen. Click Confirm then Next to continue. Important If you have apps installed on your PC, they will be removed. 8. Resetting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your personal files.

  • Page 33: Reset This Pc And Remove Everything

    Recovery - 33 12.When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will have been reset back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. From Start, select Control Center in all apps list then Recovery Management.
  • Page 34 34 - Recovery 3. Click Reset PC to Choose an option. 4. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its factory default.
  • Page 35 Recovery - 35 5. Choose from the two options - Cloud download or Local reinstall to reinstall Windows. (Ensure you are connected to the internet when using Cloud download.) 6. Click Change settings to open the Choose settings options.
  • Page 36 36 - Recovery 7. Choose your settings options and follow the instructions on screen. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 8. Click Reset to continue. 9. You will be shown the reset progress on the screen. The screen will turn off during the reset process. 10.The screen will turn back on when it is installing Windows.

  • Page 37: Using A Bluetooth Connection

    Using a Bluetooth connection - 37 S ING A LU ETOOTH C O NN E CT IO N Bluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of devices. Bluetooth- enabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards.
  • Page 38 38 - Using a Bluetooth connection 4. Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovered devices. 5. After pairing, if there is a code displaying on the screen, enter that code on the device to proceed the connection. Note Some devices using older versions of the Bluetooth technology require both devices to enter a PIN.

  • Page 39: Connecting To The Internet

    Acer computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that turns the network connection on or off. You can use the network management options to turn your wireless network on/off or control what is shared over the network.
  • Page 40 40 - Connecting to the Internet To connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below. 1. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of your choice. Make a note of the wireless network’s name and password (if necessary).
  • Page 41 Connecting to the Internet - 41 4. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use. 5. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect.
  • Page 42 42 - Connecting to the Internet 6. If required, enter the network’s password.

  • Page 43: Bluelight Shield

    Bluelight Shield - 43 LUELIGH T HIEL D The Bluelight Shield can be enabled to reduce blue-light emissions from the screen to protect your eyes. To configure the Bluelight Shield, search for ’Quick Access’ in the Start Menu. From here you can toggle Bluelight Shield on or off, and you can choose from four different modes to fit your needs: No.
  • Page 44 44 - Bluelight Shield...

  • Page 45: Endurosense

    EnduroSense - 45 NDURO ENSE EnduroSense is Acer’s built-in software to connect people to get more solutions (including hardware, software, and partners) from Acer EnduroSelect. It further features performance mode switching and battery charging management. Home Page Description Description Home page...

  • Page 46: Mode Page

    46 - EnduroSense Mode Page In Mode page, the Custom Mode is selected by default. EnduroSense provides users with four performance modes to choose from: Eco, Balanced, Performance, and Outdoor. You can choose a power setting that is best suited for your use. Eco Mode Reduces system performance to improve power efficiency and battery life...

  • Page 47: Mode Switching

    EnduroSense - 47 Mode Switching How to switch among different modes: 1. Select one of the modes in the bottom right panel. 2. System automatically calculates how much time new power mode can sustain. Please note that this is estimated time and the actual usage may be different.

  • Page 48: Battery Page

    48 - EnduroSense Battery Page There are 2 battery charging options in the Battery page. • Optimized Battery Charging System charges battery up to 80% capacity to optimize battery life. • Full Battery Charging Charging to maximum capacity for longer mobile use.
  • Page 49 Keeping your computer and data safe... In this section you will find: • How to secure your computer • Setting passwords • What you need to prepare when you’re traveling • How to get the most out of your battery...

  • Page 50: Securing Your Computer

    50 - Securing your computer E CU RING YOUR CO MPU TE R 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.

  • Page 51: Entering Passwords

    Securing your computer - 51 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility.

  • Page 52: Bios Utility

    52 - BIOS utility BI OS 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 normally need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it.

  • Page 53: Power Management

    Power management - 53 OWER MANAG E ME NT This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy.
  • Page 54 54 - Power management 3. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 4. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast start-up. 5. Select Save changes.

  • Page 55: Battery Pack

    Battery pack - 55 ATTER Y PAC K The computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges. Battery characteristics The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer.

  • Page 56: Optimizing Battery Life

    56 - Battery pack Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0° C (32° F) or above 45° C (113° F). Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack.

  • Page 57: Checking The Battery Level

    Battery pack - 57 Checking the battery level The power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's present charge level. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the power meter. Important Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears.

  • Page 58: Traveling With Your Computer

    58 - Traveling with your computer R AV EL ING WI TH YOUR C O MP UT ER This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1.

  • Page 59: What To Bring

    Traveling with your computer - 59 What to bring When you are just moving within short distances, you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than your computer. If your battery is not fully charged, you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer.
  • Page 60 Ports and connectors... In this section you will find: • Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer...

  • Page 61: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)

    (High-speed USB) and USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB). USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers have a black tongue in the port, while USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports have a blue tongue. For best performance, USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 devices should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports.

  • Page 62: Thunderbolt 4 Port

    62 - Thunderbolt 4 port H UNDERBOLT PO RT A Thunderbolt 4 port allows you to easily connect devices with a Type-C connector to your computer, such as additional storage (e.g. an external drive), displays, or any other compatible device. Up to six devices, including displays, can be connected in series to a single Thunderbolt port.

  • Page 63: Sd Card Reader

    SD card reader - 63 CARD RE ADE R SD (Secure Digital) cards are used in a wide selection of digital cameras, tablets, media players and cellular phones. Inserting an SD card 1. Align the card so that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down.

  • Page 64: Video And Audio Connectors

    64 - Video and audio connectors IDE O AND AUDIO CO N NE CT OR S Add an external monitor to your computer via a video port. The type of port available depends on your computer’s configuration. Connecting a monitor 1.

  • Page 65: Hdmi

    HDMI - 65 HD M I HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible digital audio/video source, such as your computer, a set-top box, DVD player, and audio/video receiver to any compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV) with a single cable.
  • Page 66 Got a question? In this section you will find: • Frequently asked questions • Troubleshooting information • How to protect yourself while online • Where to find Acer service center contact information...

  • Page 67: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently asked questions - 67 R E QUENTLY ASKED QUE ST IO N S The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Check if power is being supplied to the computer (if your computer has a power indicator, it will be off);...
  • Page 68 68 - Frequently asked questions icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the icon and drag the slider to the right to increase the volume. • The volume level may be too low. Check the volume from the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar.

  • Page 69: Requesting Service

    Frequently asked questions - 69 Note To access the BIOS utility, press F2 when you see the Acer logo during boot see Restoring your computer on page For more information, Requesting service International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    Fr e qu e n tl y a s k ed qu e s ti on s 70 - Frequently asked questions Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer.
  • Page 71 Frequently asked questions - 71 Error messages Corrective action Contact your dealer or an authorized service I/O parity error center. Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer or an authorized service keyboard connected center. Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service error center.

  • Page 72: Internet And Online Security

    72 - Internet and online security NT ERNET AND ONLINE S EC U RITY First steps on the net Protecting your computer It is vital to protect your computer from viruses and attacks over the internet (see Internet security software on page 76).
  • Page 73 Internet and online security - 73 internet as the connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL) DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is an ‘always-on’ connection that runs over the phone line. As DSL and phone do not use the same frequencies, you can use your telephone at the same time you are connected to the internet (this requires a ‘micro-filter’...

  • Page 74: Network Connections

    74 - Internet and online security Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office building or home) that share a common communications line and resources. When you set up a network, you can share files, peripheral devices (such as a printer) and an internet connection.

  • Page 75: Surf The Net

    Acer is dedicated to provide you with on-going personalized support. Check out our Support section to get help tailored to your needs. www.acer.com is your portal to a world of online activities and services: visit us regularly for the latest information and downloads!

  • Page 76: Internet Security Software

    76 - Internet and online security Internet security software To help you stay ahead of cybercriminals, Acer has partnered with Norton to offer you security for all your devices. Select Acer computers include protection by Norton Security Norton Security is pre-installed on select Acer computers, protecting your identity and financial data from viruses, spyware, malware and other online threats.
  • Page 77 Internet and online security - 77 Don't be fooled if someone calls your phone A tech support scam is a form of online fraud where people call you on the phone saying they're Technical Support from a trusted company like Norton or Microsoft and that you have a virus. The main motive behind these scams is to extort money from the victim.
  • Page 78 78 - Internet and online security Botnets A botnet is a string of infected, connected computers coordinated together to perform a task. Botnets gain access to your machine through some piece of malicious coding. Once the software is downloaded, the botnet will now contact its master computer and let it know that everything is ready to go.
  • Page 79 Internet and online security - 79 between these transmissions. They then set up tools programmed to "listen in" on transmissions, intercept data that is specifically targeted as valuable, and capture the data, such as your login credentials and passwords. Use a virtual private network (VPN) to ensure your privacy and anonymity are protected when you use public Wi-Fi.
  • Page 80 80 - Internet and online security However, do not blame every computer problem on a virus! If you suspect your computer is infected, the first thing to do is update, if you have not already done so, and run your antivirus and anti-spyware software.

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