Aspire V5-123User’s Manual
10 - Safety and comfortRADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE- Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your
Safety and comfort - 11- Always keep the device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from the pacemaker- Not carry the device near your pacemaker wh
12 - Safety and comfortwhere blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly mar
Safety and comfort - 13- Note: Information in this section may not apply to your computer.Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products:- produce less heat and
14 - Safety and comfortFinding your comfort zoneFind your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising you
Safety and comfort - 15- Eliminate glare and reflections by: placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source, m
16 - First things firstFIRST THINGS FIRSTWe would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.Yo
First things first - 17If you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don’t want to completely shut it down, you can put it into Hiber
18 - First things firstTaking care of your AC adapterHere are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:• Do not connect the adapter to any other devi
First things first - 192. Disconnect the AC adapter.3. Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.If either of the following occu
Model number: Serial number: Date of purchase: Place of purchase: © 2013 All Rights Reserved.Aspire V5-123 User’s ManualThis revision: 07/2013AcerClou
20 - Your Acer notebook tourYOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOURAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new
Your Acer notebook tour - 21Screen view# Icon Item Description1 WebcamWeb camera for video communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that t
22 - Your Acer notebook tour3Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status.Battery indicatorIndicates the computer's battery status.
Your Acer notebook tour - 23Keyboard view# Icon Item Description1Power button Turns the computer on and off.2 KeyboardFor entering data into your co
24 - Your Acer notebook tourLeft view# Icon Item Description1External display (VGA) portConnects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD proj
Your Acer notebook tour - 25Information on USB 3.0• USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue.• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal pe
26 - Your Acer notebook tourInformation on USB 3.0• USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue.• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal per
Your Acer notebook tour - 27Base view1234# Icon Item Description1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.2 Speakers Deliver stereo audio
28 - Using the keyboardUSING THE KEYBOARDYour computer has a compact keyboard with an embedded numeric keypad.Lock keys and embedded numeric keypadNot
Using the keyboard - 29keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys.Desired access Num Lock on Nu
Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSSafety and comfort 5First things first 16Your guides ... 1
30 - Using the keyboard<Fn> + <F5> Display toggleSwitches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and b
Using the keyboard - 31Windows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows keyPressed alone it retur
32 - TouchpadTOUCHPADTouchpad basicsThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide your finger across the touchpa
Touchpad - 33Touchpad gesturesWindows 8 and many applications support touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers.Note: Support for touchpad gestu
34 - RecoveryRECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see page 77) do not help, you can 'recover
Recovery - 35Note: Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacit
36 - Recoveryopens.Make sure Copy contents from the recovery partition to the recovery drive is selected. This provides the most complete and safest r
Recovery - 37• Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of
38 - Recovery7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly.Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery B
Recovery - 39a USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs.1. From Start, type 'Recovery&
4 - Table of contentsWhat to bring with you ... 67Special considerations ... 68Securing your com
40 - Recovery• If you are using a USB drive, make sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing.• If using DVDs, it will also show the num
Recovery - 413. Click Start to copy files.You will be shown the backup progress on the screen.4. Follow the process until it completes:• If you are u
42 - Recoverysolved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly. For instructions, see "Returning to an e
Recovery - 43If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer:•From Start, type 'Recovery' and th
44 - Recovery• You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. • Click the install icon for the item you want to install, then follow
Recovery - 452. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. 3. Click the install icon for the item you want to install, then fol
46 - Recoveryapps. Type 'Windows system restore' in the Search Help box, then press Enter.Returning to a restore point1. From Start, type &a
Recovery - 47Recovering from WindowsStart Acer Recovery Management:•From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in
48 - RecoveryRestore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management1. Click Restore Factory Settings.Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' wil
Recovery - 49a. Just remove my files quickly erases all files before restoring your computer and takes about 30 minutes. b. Fully clean the drive com
Safety and comfort - 5SAFETY AND COMFORTSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all war
50 - RecoveryCustomized Restore with Acer Recovery Management1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data).2. The Refresh your PC window opens.3. Cli
Recovery - 51Recovering from a recovery backupTo recover from a recovery backup on a USB drive:1. Find your recovery backup.2.If your computer does n
52 - Recovery7. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the type of recovery to use:a. Click Advanced then System Restore to start Microsoft System Resto
Recovery - 53Reset your PC from the recovery backupCaution: Reset your PC will erase all files on your hard drive.1. The Reset your PC window opens.I
54 - Recoverydrive takes much longer, up to 5 hours, but is much more secure as old files are completely removed. 6. Click Reset. 7. After the recover
Power management - 55POWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any
56 - Power managementNote: If Fast startup is off, your computer will take longer to start from Sleep. Your computer will also not start if it receive
Power management - 575. To access Shutdown Settings, select Change settings that are currently unavailable.6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast st
58 - Battery packBATTERY PACKThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery is recha
Battery pack - 59Conditioning a new battery packBefore you use a battery pack for the first time, there is a conditioning process that you should fol
6 - Safety and comfort- If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the exten
60 - Battery pack• Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. If you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to remove
Battery pack - 61Checking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the ta
62 - Battery packInstalling and removing the battery packImportant: Before removing the battery from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you want to c
Traveling with your computer - 63TRAVELING WITH YOUR COMPUTERThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with y
64 - Traveling with your computerPreparing the computerBefore moving the computer, close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode. You ca
Traveling with your computer - 65Taking the computer homeWhen you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa.Preparing the computerAfter
66 - Traveling with your computer• If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you, leave the computer in th
Traveling with your computer - 67What to take with youTake the following items with you:• AC adapter•Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s)• Additional
68 - Traveling with your computer• Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling.• Spare, fully-charged battery packs.•
Securing your computer - 69SECURING YOUR COMPUTERYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take
Safety and comfort - 7- Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.- Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near
70 - Securing your computer• Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoin
Connecting to a network - 71CONNECTING TO A NETWORKBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Eth
72 - Wireless networksWIRELESS NETWORKSConnecting to the InternetYour computer's wireless connection is turned on by default.Windows will detect
Wireless networks - 73Installation speed and simplicityInstalling a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to pull cables t
74 - HDMIHDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an i
Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 75UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB)The USB port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without
76 - BIOS utilityBIOS UTILITYThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already proper
Frequently asked questions - 77FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your compute
78 - Frequently asked questions• The brightness level might be too low. Press <Fn> + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level.• The d
Frequently asked questions - 79The printer does not workCheck the following:• Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it i
8 - Safety and comfortProduct servicingDo not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous volt
80 - Frequently asked questionsBefore you callPlease have the following information available when you call Acer for online service, and please be at
- 81TroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutio
82 - If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assis
Frequently asked questions - 83Tips and hints for using Windows 8We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we&ap
84 - Frequently asked questionsHow do I jump between apps?Move the cursor to the left-hand edge of the screen to view thumbnails of apps that are curr
Frequently asked questions - 85How do I unlock my computer?Press the any key and click on a user account icon to unlock the computer. If your account
86 - Frequently asked questionsTo change the background, press the Windows key + <C> and click Settings > Change PC settings > Personalize
Frequently asked questions - 87To view the complete list of apps, press the space bar or the Menu keyand click All apps.How do I make an app appear o
88 - Frequently asked questionsWhat is a Microsoft ID (account)?A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to sign in to Window
Frequently asked questions - 89How do I check for Windows updates?Press the Windows key + <C> and click Settings > Change PC settings> Wi
Safety and comfort - 9The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. The battery can
90 - Regulations and safety noticesREGULATIONS AND SAFETY NOTICESFCC STATEMENTThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Cl
Regulations and safety notices - 91Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority,
92 - Regulations and safety noticesDeclaration of Conformity for EU countriesHereby, Acer, declares that this computer is in compliance with the essen
Regulations and safety notices - 93Departments in which the use of the 2400 - 2483.5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100 mW indoors a
94 - Regulations and safety noticesList of national codesThis equipment may be operated in the following countries:CANADA — LOW-POWER LICENSE-EXEMPT R
Regulations and safety notices - 95This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-00
96 - The FCC RF safety requirementThe radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency
- 973. An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Also any tampering of the internal anten
98 - The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this device is 6 dBi in order to complywith the E.I.R.P limit for the 5.25- to 5.35 and 5.725 to 5.
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