Acer SW5-014 Bedienungsanleitung

- 1User’s Manual

10 - Your Acer notebook tourBottom view# Icon Item Description1Keyboard connectorConnects to the keyboard.2Keyboard hook clotsFastens to the keyboard.

Your Acer notebook tour - 114Headset/speaker jackConnects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone.5HDMI micro conne

12 - Your Acer notebook tourKeyboard viewKeyboard front view # Icon Item Description1 Keyboard hooks Fastens to the computer.2 Keyboard For entering d

Your Acer notebook tour - 13Keyboard right view# Icon Item Description1 USB port Connects to USB devices.1

14 - Your Acer notebook tourInserting a SIM cardYour computer can accept a micro SIM card which allows you to surf the internet while out and about. T

Your Acer notebook tour - 15Attaching and detaching the keyboardThe Acer Smart Hinge makes attaching and detaching the keyboard fast and easy.Attach t

16 - Your Acer notebook tourYou can also attach the computer to the keyboard facing outwards as a display. Ensure the computer clicks into place.

Your Acer notebook tour - 17Using the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, functio

18 - Your Acer notebook tourHotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightn

Your Acer notebook tour - 19Windows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows keyPressed alone it r

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

Using the Precision Touchpad - 21The precision touchpad includes added technology features that help recognize and prevent unintentional gestures such

22 - Using the Precision Touchpad4. Now you can adjust the settings to suit your personal needs. You can change the primary button for left- or right-

Recovery - 23RECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Frequently asked questions on page 51) do n

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

Recovery - 25• Since the recovery backup requires at least 8 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a

26 - Recovery2. Select the Backup tab and click Get started for Backup wireless and LAN drivers. Choose a folder to save your drivers and select OK.Re

Recovery - 275. Reseting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs w

28 - Recovery3. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its factory default. This process will reinstall your operating system and remove a

Recovery - 295. Click Reset to continue.6. You will be shown the reset progress on the screen. The screen will turn off during the reset process.7. T

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

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

Using a Bluetooth connection - 313. Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovered devices, and select Pair.4. A code displays on your

32 - Connecting to the InternetCONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connected to t

Connecting to the Internet - 33management options to turn your wireless network on/off or control what is shared over the network.To connect to a wire

34 - Connecting to the Internet4. Select Network & internet.5. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use.

Connecting to the Internet - 356. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect.7. If required, enter the network’s password.

36 - Connecting to the InternetConnecting with a cableBuilt-in network featurePlug one end of a network cable into the network port on your computer,

Acer Bluelight Shield - 37ACER BLUELIGHT SHIELDAcer Bluelight Shield can be enabled to reduce the blue-light emissions from the screen to protect your

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

Securing your computer - 39SECURING YOUR COMPUTERYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take c

4 - Table of contentsChoose an Internet Service Provider... 70Network connections... 72Surf the Net!...

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

BIOS utility - 41BIOS UTILITYThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already proper

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

Power management - 435. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7. Select Save changes

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

Battery pack - 45Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. The battery conditioning

46 - 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 - 47TRAVELING WITH YOUR COMPUTERThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with yo

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

Traveling with your computer - 49What to take with youUnless you have some items at home, take the following items with you:• AC adapter and power cor

- 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 - 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 - 51Preparing the computerPrepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.What to bring with youBring

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

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

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

Micro USB - 55MICRO USBThe USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up sy

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

Memory card reader - 57(2 TB). Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card reader.Removing a card from a memory card reader1. Click on Show

58 - Video and audio connectorsVIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORSConnect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection supported depends on your

- 59Got a question?In this section you will find:• Frequently asked questions• Tips for using Windows 10• Troubleshooting information• How to protect

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 questionsFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer

Frequently asked questions - 61• The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the ic

62 - Frequently asked questions2. Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.3. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reb

Frequently asked questions - 63Tips and hints for using Windows 10We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we&ap

64 - Frequently asked questionsTo change the background, tap the Windows Start button and tap Settings > Personalization. From here you can:• Selec

Frequently asked questions - 65How do I set the alarm?Your computer can act as an alarm clock. Start typing ’Alarms’ to search for the Alarms app.1. S

66 - Frequently asked questionsHow do I make an app appear on Start?If you're in All apps and you want to make an app appear on Start, tap and ho

Frequently asked questions - 67How do I get one?If you've already installed Windows 10 and didn't sign in with a Microsoft account or you do

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

Frequently asked questions - 69If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorize

First things first - 7• Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down.• Righ

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

Internet and online security - 71internet as the connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL)DSL (Digita

72 - Internet and online securityNetwork connectionsA LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office building or home

Internet and online security - 73services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions.Net

74 - Internet and online securitySurf the Net!To surf the internet, you need a program called an internet browser. Internet Explorer provides an easy

Internet and online security - 75computer in various ways, using up resources or clogging up a network.What is spyware?Spyware refers to generally unw

76 - Internet and online securitywould allow it (i.e. a game connecting to a multi-player server or an encyclopaedia making a content update).How to p

Internet and online security - 77The next line of defense many times is your antivirus software, which monitors all online activities such as email me

78 - Internet and online securityof your online accounts, one of the first steps you can take is to change your password. Protect your personal inform

Internet and online security - 79www.yourbank.com not http://www.yourbank.com). The "s" stands for secure and should appear when you are in

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

80 - Internet and online securityAdditionally, many banks and services use fraud prevention systems that call out unusual purchasing behavior (i.e. if

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