Acer Aspire S3-392 Bedienungsanleitung

- 1User’s Manual

10 - Your Acer notebook tourKeyboard view# Icon Item Description1Power indicatorIndicates the computer’s power status.Blue: The computer is turned on.

Your Acer notebook tour - 11Left view2 431# Icon Item Description1Acer Converter PortConnects to the Acer Converter cable, allowing for easy connectio

12 - Your Acer notebook tour• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices.• Defined by the U

Your Acer notebook tour - 13Base view12# Icon Item Description1Battery reset pinholeSimulates removing and reinstalling the battery.Insert a paperclip

14 - Using the keyboardUSING THE KEYBOARDThe keyboard has full-sized keys, separate cursor, and Windows keys.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or ke

Using the keyboard - 15Windows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.<Fn> + <>Brightness upIncreases the s

16 - TouchpadTOUCHPADTouchpad basicsThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide your finger across the touchpa

Touchpad - 17This allows you to control applications with a few simple gestures, such as: • Swipe in from edge: Access Windows tools by swiping into t

18 - RecoveryRECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Frequently asked questions on page 69) do n

Recovery - 191. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps.2. Click Create Factory Default Bac

2 - © 2013. All Rights Reserved.Aspire S3Covers: Aspire S3-392This revision: December 2013Sign up for an Acer ID and enable Acer Remote FilesOpen the

20 - Recovery• Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a

Recovery - 21may use either a USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs.1. From Start, type &

22 - Recoverywith a permanent marker. If multiple discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. Continue until the process is co

Recovery - 23Reinstalling drivers and applicationsAs a troubleshooting step, you may need to reinstall the applications and device drivers that came p

24 - Recovery3. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. Images for reference only.4. Click the install icon for the item you

Recovery - 252. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. Images for reference only.3. Click the install icon for the item you

26 - Recovery4. Click the latest restore point (at a time when your system worked correctly), click Next, then Finish. 5. A confirmation window appear

Recovery - 27the Windows Store). See Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management on page 28.Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Managemen

28 - RecoveryRecovering from the hard drive during startup1. Turn on your computer and press <Alt> + <0> during startup. A screen appears

Recovery - 294. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your hard drive. This process takes about

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

30 - Recoveryb. Click Reset your PC to start the reset process: Reset your PC deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all s

Recovery - 31a. Just remove my files quickly erases all files before restoring your computer and takes about 30 minutes. b. Fully clean the drive comp

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 wirelesslyConnecting to a wireless LANA wireless LAN (or WLAN) is a wireless local area network, which can l

34 - Connecting to the InternetConnecting to a 3G networkIf your computer has a SIM slot, you can connect to the Internet using a 3G (cellular phone)

Using a Bluetooth connection - 35USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONBluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short distances b

36 - Using a Bluetooth connection4. Select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box, click Apply, and then click OK.Adding a Blueto

Using a Bluetooth connection - 37Click on the device you want to add.A code displays on your computer, which should match the code displayed on your d

38 - Using a Bluetooth connectionclick on View devices and printers. Right click on your device and select Advanced Operations > Connect to operati

Acer Touch Tools - 39ACER TOUCH TOOLSAcer Touch Tools makes using your Windows device easier and more convenient. You can select, drag or tap on small

4 - Table of contentsTips and hints for using Windows 8.1... 72How do I get to Start? ... 72What are "Charms?"

40 - Acer Touch ToolsPointingThe AccuFinger pointer's fine tip allows you to work with even very small screen elements. This can be particularly

Acer Touch Tools - 41• 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

42 - Acer Touch Toolsor left-hand operation, which optimizes pointer orientation for the selected mode.

Acer Screen Grasp - 43ACER SCREEN GRASPAcer Screen Grasp is a handy screen capture tool that allows you to capture all or part of anything that’s disp

44 - Acer Screen GraspAdjusting the SettingsTap the Settings icon to adjust the defaults for Acer Screen Grasp. You can enable or disable the launch

Acer Screen Grasp - 454 Marker tool.5 Text tool.6Eraser.7 Mosaic effect.8 Lasso tool.9Share capture to...• Windows clipboard• Facebook• Acer Scrapboar

46 - Acer Scrapboard ACER SCRAPBOARDAcer Scrapboard is a useful tool to manage your screen captures. Screen captures are automatically sorted by date.

- 47Keeping your computerand data safe...In this section you will find:• How to secure your computer• Setting passwords• What you need to prepare whe

48 - BIOS utilityBIOS UTILITYThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already proper

Securing your computer - 49SECURING YOUR COMPUTERYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take c

- 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 - Securing your computer• Type the User Password and press <Enter> to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning mess

Power management - 51POWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any a

52 - Power management5. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7. Select Save changes

Battery pack - 53BATTERY PACKThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges.Battery characteristicsThe battery

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

Battery pack - 55Checking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the tas

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

Traveling with your computer - 57You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing <Fn> + <W> or by closing the display.When you are read

58 - Traveling with your computerWhat to take with youUnless you have some items at home, take the following items with you:• AC adapter and power cor

Traveling with your computer - 59When you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client's office build

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 - Traveling with your computerWhat to bring with youBring the following items with you:• AC adapter.• Power cords that are appropriate for your des

- 61Ports and connectors...In this section you will find:• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer

62 - Acer Converter PortACER CONVERTER PORTThe Acer Converter Port is a proprietary port that allows you to extend the connectivity options of your co

Memory card reader - 63MEMORY CARD READERConnectivity optionsYour computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that allow you to connect periphera

64 - 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 - 65VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORSConnect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection supported depends on your

66 - 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) - 67UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB)The USB port is a high-speed port which allows you to connect USB peripherals, such as a mous

68 - 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 - 69FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer

First things first - 7You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <W>.Taking care of your computerYour

70 - 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 - 712. Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.3. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reb

72 - 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 - 73Can I boot directly to the desktop?Yes, you can, just follow these steps:1. Go to the desktop.2. Tap and hold the taskb

74 - 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 - 753. Choose which days the alarm should go off.4. Select the notification.5. Save the alarm by tapping the Save icon in t

76 - Frequently asked questionsHow do I close an app?Swipe the window downwards from the top to the bottom of the screen. You need to swipe the window

Frequently asked questions - 77How do I install apps?You can download Windows Store apps from Store. You will need to have a Microsoft ID to purchase

78 - Frequently asked questionsMicrosoft account, you'll connect your PC to the people, files, and devices you care about.Do I need one?You do no

Frequently asked questions - 79TroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if

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

Internet and online security - 81INTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITYFirst steps on the netProtecting your computerIt is vital to protect your computer from v

82 - 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 - 83Network connectionsA LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office building or home

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

Internet and online security - 85Surf the Net!To surf the Internet, you need a program called an Internet browser. Internet Explorer provides an easy

86 - 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 - 87would allow it (i.e. a game connecting to a multi-player server or an encyclopaedia making a content update).How to p

88 - 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 - 89of your online accounts, one of the first steps you can take is to change your password. Protect your personal inform

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 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 - 91that something bad may have happened and you should take necessary action.Protect your computer with Windows security