Acer Aspire A517-51G Bedienungsanleitung

USER’S MANUALAspire 5

10 - Your Acer notebook tourKeyboard view312# Icon Item Description1 KeyboardFor entering data into your computer.See "Using the keyboard" o

Your Acer notebook tour - 11Left view1 2 3 4 5 6# Icon Item Description1Kensington lock slotConnects to a Kensington-compatible security lock.2Etherne

12 - Your Acer notebook tourRight view12 4 5 6 7 83 # Icon Item Description1Headset/speaker jackConnects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones)

Your Acer notebook tour - 13 Base view1432# Icon Item Description1Ventilation and cooling fanAllows the computer to stay cool.Do not cover or obstruct

14 - Using the keyboardUSING THE KEYBOARDThe keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, func

Using the keyboard - 15Windows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Fn + F6 Display offTurns the display screen backl

16 - Using the Precision TouchpadUSING THE PRECISION TOUCHPADThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide yo

Using the Precision Touchpad - 17The precision touchpad includes added technology features that help recognize and prevent unintentional gestures such

18 - Using the Precision Touchpad3. Select Devices > Mouse & touchpad.4. Now you can adjust the settings to suit your personal needs.

Recovery - 19RECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? on page 54) do not

2 - © 2017. All Rights Reserved.Aspire 5Covers: A517-51 / A517-51GThis revision: May 2017Sign up for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefitsOpen the Acer

20 - Recovery2. Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for Create Factory Default Backup to open the Recovery Drive window. 3. Make sure

Recovery - 21• Since the recovery backup requires at least 8 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a

22 - RecoveryBacking up your wireless and LAN driversBack up your wireless and LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless and

Recovery - 233. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your personal files. Click Next to contin

24 - Recovery2. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to Choose an option. 3. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its

Recovery - 25your computer. This process will take longer, but will be more secure. 5. Click Reset to continue.6. You will be shown the

26 - Using a Bluetooth connectionUSING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONBluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short distances

Using a Bluetooth connection - 273. Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovered devices, and select Pair.4. A code dis

28 - Connecting to the InternetCONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connec

Connecting to the Internet - 29To connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below.1. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and c

Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSFirst things first 6Your guides ... 6Basic care and tips for using y

30 - Connecting to the Internet5. Make sure Wi-Fi is On and select Show available networks.6. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Sele

Connecting to the Internet - 317. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect.8. If required, enter the network’s password.

32 - Connecting to the InternetConnecting with a cableBuilt-in network featureIf your computer has a network port, plug one end of a network cable int

Bluelight Shield - 33BLUELIGHT SHIELDThe Bluelight Shield can be enabled to reduce blue-light emissions from the screen to protect your eyes.

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 yo

Securing your computer - 35SECURING YOUR COMPUTERYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take c

36 - Securing your computerEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervis

BIOS utility - 37BIOS UTILITYThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is alre

38 - Power managementPOWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers

Power management - 396. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 7. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 8. Select Save changes

4 - Table of contentsPlaying Blu-Ray or DVD movies 74

40 - Battery packBATTERY PACKThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges.Battery characteristicsThe battery

Battery pack - 41Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. The battery

42 - Battery packChecking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the

Traveling with your computer - 43TRAVELING WITH YOUR COMPUTERThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with yo

44 - Traveling with your computerYou can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing the Sleep hotkey or by closing the display.When you are

Traveling with your computer - 45What to take with youUnless you have some items at home, take the following items with you:• AC adapter and po

46 - Traveling with your computerTraveling with the computerWhen you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a

Traveling with your computer - 47Preparing the computerPrepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.What to bring with youBring

In this section you will find:• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computerPorts and connectors...

Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 49UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB)The USB port is a high-speed port which allows you to connect USB peripherals, such as a

Getting started...In this section you will find:• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health• Where to find the power button, port

50 - USB Type-C portUSB TYPE-C PORTA USB Type-C port is a connector that allows you to easily connect USB Type-C peripherals, such as additional

SD card reader - 51SD CARD READERSD (Secure Digital) cards are used in a wide selection of digital cameras, tablets, media players and c

52 - Video and audio connectorsVIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORSAdd an external monitor to your computer via a video port. The type of port available depends

HDMI - 53HDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect an

Got a question?In this section you will find:• Frequently asked questions• Tips for using Windows 10• Troubleshooting information• How to protect your

Frequently asked questions - 55FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer

56 - Frequently asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control

Frequently asked questions - 57Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings.1. Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is

58 - Frequently asked questionsYou are required to provide the following information: Name: Address: Telephone number: Machine and model type: Ser

Frequently asked questions - 59Tips and hints for using Windows 10We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, s

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 - 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 - 61Can I change the screen resolution?Yes, you can. Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the scre

62 - Frequently asked questionsWhere are my apps?Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and select Search, start t

Frequently asked questions - 63Do I need one?You do not need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can sync data acro

64 - Frequently asked questionsTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technicia

Frequently asked questions - 65If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an

66 - Internet and online securityINTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITYFirst steps on the netProtecting your computerIt is vital to protect your computer from

Internet and online security - 67internet as the connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL)D

68 - Internet and online securityNetwork connectionsA LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office bu

Internet and online security - 69services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions.Net

First things first - 7• Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down.If you need to power down the computer f

70 - Internet and online securityInternet security softwareTo help you stay ahead of cybercriminals, Acer has partnered with Norton to offer

Internet and online security - 71company like Norton or Microsoft and that you have a virus. The main motive behind these scams is to extort mo

72 - Internet and online securitytablet, or IoT device is entirely under the control of the person who created the botnet. Most people who

Internet and online security - 73can encrypt all the data that you send and receive while using a public Wi-Fi hotspot, securing your information from

74 - Playing Blu-Ray or DVD moviesPLAYING BLU-RAY OR DVD MOVIESIf your computer is equipped with a Blu-Ray or DVD drive, you can play movie

8 - 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 devic

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