- 1TravelMate P Series User’s Manual
10 - Your Acer notebook tourKeyboard view# Icon Item Description1Power indicatorIndicates the computer’s power status.Battery indicatorIndicates batte
Your Acer notebook tour - 11Left view123 # Icon Item Description1DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.2USB port Connects to USB devices.3Power button
12 - Your Acer notebook tourRear view13 42 # Icon Item Description1Ethernet (RJ-45) portConnects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network.1External di
Your Acer notebook tour - 13Base view123# Icon Item Description1Ventilation and cooling fanAllows the computer to stay cool.Do not cover or obstruct t
14 - Using the keyboardUSING THE KEYBOARDThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and
Using the keyboard - 15HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness a
16 - Using the keyboardWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.<Fn> + <Home>Play/PausePlay or pause
Touchpad - 17TOUCHPADTouchpad basicsThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide your finger across the touchpa
18 - Touchpad• Swipe in from edge: Access Windows tools by swiping into the center of the touchpad from the right or left edge.• Swipe in from right:
Recovery - 19RECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Frequently asked questions on page 59) do n
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20 - Recovery1. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps.2. Click Create Factory Default Bac
Recovery - 21• Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a c
22 - Recoverymay use either a USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs.1. From Start, type &
Recovery - 23with a permanent marker. If multiple discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. Continue until the process is co
24 - RecoveryReinstalling drivers and applicationsAs a troubleshooting step, you may need to reinstall the applications and device drivers that came p
Recovery - 253. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. Images for reference only.4. Click the install icon for the item you
26 - Recovery2. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. Images for reference only.3. Click the install icon for the item you
Recovery - 274. Click the latest restore point (at a time when your system worked correctly), click Next, then Finish. 5. A confirmation window appear
28 - Recoverythe Windows Store). See Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management on page 29.Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Managemen
Recovery - 295. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your hard drive. 6. After the recovery has
Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSRegister your Acer product ... 2Manage your registered products ... 2First thi
30 - Recovery2. The Refresh your PC window opens.Images for reference only.3. Click Next, then Refresh.4. The recovery process begins by restarting yo
Recovery - 31b. Windows starts from the recovery backup instead of the normal startup process.6. Select your keyboard type.7. Select Troubleshoot and
32 - Recovery2. Click Next.3. Select the operating system to recover (normally only one option is available).4. Choose to keep any changes to the hard
Changing your Windows version - 33CHANGING YOUR WINDOWS VERSIONYour computer is configured with two operating systems, Windows 7and Windows 8.1. When
34 - Changing your Windows version3. Select Windows 8.1, and then click OK and follow the instructions. Windows will restart, replace Windows 7 with W
Changing your Windows version - 352. Select Yes. 3. Select Windows 7, and then click OK and follow the instructions. Windows will restart, replace Win
36 - Changing your Windows versionPress <Enter>, then use the arrow keys to select UEFI or Legacy BIOS.Press <Enter> again.Finally, press
Connecting to the Internet - 37CONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes basic information on types of connections, and getting connected to the
38 - Connecting to the InternetConnecting to a wireless LANA wireless LAN (or WLAN) is a wireless local area network, which can link two or more compu
Using a Bluetooth connection - 39USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONBluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short distances b
4 - Table of contentsVideo and audio connectors 63HDMI 64Universal Serial Bus (USB) 65Frequently asked questions 67Requesting service ...
40 - Using a Bluetooth connection4. Tap the device you wish to add from the list of discovered devices, and tap Pair.A code displays on your computer,
- 41Keeping your computerand data safe...In this section you will find:• How to secure your computer• Setting passwords• What you need to prepare whe
42 - Acer ProShieldACER PROSHIELDOverviewAn all-in-one security solution, Acer ProShield provides an embedded security solution to address the followi
Acer ProShield - 43Click Start to begin. You will be required to set a password, and can choose to create a Personal Secure Drive. Once you have set
44 - Acer ProShieldPersonal Secure DriveThe Personal Secure Disk (PSD) is a secure section of your hard disk where you can save files. You can only ge
Acer ProShield - 45Credential ManagerHere you can set and manage your credentials, including Pre-boot authentication.You can change your ProShield and
46 - Acer ProShieldData ProtectionHere you can select files for encryption or decryption, and manage your Personal Secure Drive.Data RemovalHere you c
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 - 49Entering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervis
- 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> + <F4> or by closing the display.When you are rea
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 notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.Y
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 - 692. Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.3. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reb
First things first - 7You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>.Taking care of your computerYou
70 - Frequently asked questionsTips and hints for using Windows 8.1We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we&a
Frequently asked questions - 71Can I boot directly to the desktop?Yes, you can, just follow these steps:1. Go to the desktop.2. Right-click the taskba
72 - Frequently asked questionsCan I personalize the Lock screen?You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of ima
Frequently asked questions - 73Can I make tiles bigger or smaller?Right-click anywhere on Start to open the Customize menu, click the tile(s) you wish
74 - Frequently asked questions5. Save the alarm by clicking the Save icon in the upper right-hand corner. Where are my apps?Move your cursor to the u
Frequently asked questions - 75How do I make an app appear on my taskbar?If you're in All apps and you want to make an app appear on the taskbar,
76 - Frequently asked questionssign in to your favorite websites. When you sign in to your PC with a Microsoft account, you'll connect your PC to
Frequently asked questions - 77TroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if
78 - Frequently asked questionsIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorize
Internet and online security - 79INTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITYFirst steps on the netProtecting your computerIt is vital to protect your computer from v
8 - First things firstcord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.Cleani
80 - Internet and online securityInternet as the connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL)DSL (Digita
Internet and online security - 81Network connectionsA LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office building or home
82 - Internet and online securityservices. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions.Net
Internet and online security - 83Surf the Net!To surf the Internet, you need a program called an Internet browser. Internet Explorer provides an easy
84 - Internet and online securitycomputer in various ways, using up resources or clogging up a network.What is spyware?Spyware refers to generally unw
Internet and online security - 85would allow it (i.e. a game connecting to a multi-player server or an encyclopaedia making a content update).How to p
86 - Internet and online securityThe next line of defense many times is your antivirus software, which monitors all online activities such as email me
Internet and online security - 87of your online accounts, one of the first steps you can take is to change your password. Protect your personal inform
88 - Internet and online security• Pay attention to privacy policies on Web sites and in software.It is important to understand how an organization mi
Internet and online security - 89that something bad may have happened and you should take necessary action.Protect your computer with Windows security
Your Acer notebook tour - 9YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOURAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Ac
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