Acer TravelMate P2510-MG Bedienungsanleitung

USER’S MANUALTravelMate P2

10 - Your Acer notebook tourKeyboard view# Icon Item Description1 MicrophoneInternal microphone for sound recording.2 KeyboardFor entering data into y

Your Acer notebook tour - 11Left view51 2 3 46 # Icon Item Description1Ethernet (RJ-45) portConnects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network.2Externa

12 - Your Acer notebook tour• DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 45 W at 12/18~20 V. For optimal performance, please use a certif

Your Acer notebook tour - 13Base view12543# Icon Item Description1Main storage compartmentHouses the computer’s main storage.You may upgrade your comp

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

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 TouchpadUSING THE TOUCHPADThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide your finger across the

Using the Touchpad - 17. Three-finger press Lightly tap the touchpad with three fingers to open Cortana (if your computer supports Cortana) or open th

18 - Using the TouchpadChanging touchpad settingsTo change the touchpad settings to suit your personal requirements, please do the following.1. In the

Using the Touchpad - 19

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20 - RecoveryRECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? on page 63) do not help, yo

Recovery - 212. Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for Create Factory Default Backup to open the Recovery Drive window.3. Make sure Backup sy

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

Recovery - 23Backing up your wireless and LAN driversBack up your wireless and LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN

24 - Recovery3. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your personal files. Click Next to contin

Recovery - 25Reset this PC and remove everything1. From Start, select All apps then Acer. Select Acer Recovery Management in the list of Acer apps.2.

26 - Recovery4. Select Just remove my files if you are keeping your computer. This will be quicker, but less secure. Files may still be recovered with

Recovery - 276. You will be shown the reset progress on the screen. The screen will turn off during the reset process.7. The screen will turn back on

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

Using a Bluetooth connection - 293. Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovered devices, and select Pair.4. A code displays on your

Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSRegister your Acer product ... 2Manage your registered products ... 2First thi

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

Connecting to the Internet - 31To connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below.1. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and c

32 - 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 - 337. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect.8. If required, enter the network’s password.

34 - 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 - 35BLUELIGHT SHIELDThe Bluelight Shield can be enabled to reduce blue-light emissions from the screen to protect your eyes.To config

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

Acer ProShield - 37ACER PROSHIELDOverviewAn all-in-one security solution, Acer ProShield provides an embedded security solution to address the followi

38 - Acer ProShieldClick Start to begin. You will be required to set a password, and can choose to create a Personal Secure Drive. Once you have set

Acer ProShield - 39Personal Secure DriveThe Personal Secure Disk (PSD) is a secure section of your hard disk where you can save files. You can only ge

4 - Table of contentsHow do I get to Start? ... 67How do I turn off my computer?... 67How do I unlock my comp

40 - Acer ProShieldCredential ManagerHere you can set and manage your credentials, including Pre-boot authentication.You can change your ProShield and

Acer ProShield - 41Face Login SettingsYou can use facial recognition to access your PC instead of entering a password.Select Face Login Settings, the

42 - Acer ProShieldCheck the registered image of your face and select Log in to Windows with my face to activate Face Login.Select Capture More to im

Acer ProShield - 43Data RemovalHere you can select files to be completely removed from the hard disk. The File Shredder overwrites the data to make re

44 - 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 - 45Entering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervis

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

Power management - 47POWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any a

48 - Power management6. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 7. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 8. Select Save changes

Battery pack - 49BATTERY PACKThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges.Battery characteristicsThe battery

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 - 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 - 51Checking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the tas

52 - 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 - 53You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing the Sleep hotkey or by closing the display.When you are ready to u

54 - 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 - 55Traveling with the computerWhen you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a

56 - Traveling with your computerPreparing 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...

58 - 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

USB Type-C port - 59USB TYPE-C PORTA USB Type-C port is a connector that allows you to easily connect USB Type-C peripherals, such as additional stora

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

Video and audio connectors - 61VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORSAdd an external monitor to your computer via a video port. The type of port available depends

62 - HDMIHDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible d

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

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

Frequently asked questions - 65icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the icon and deselect the Mute all option.• The volume level may be to

66 - Frequently asked questionsFor more information, see Restoring your computer on page 23.Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Yo

Frequently asked questions - 67Tips and hints for using Windows 10We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we&ap

68 - 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 - 69Can I change the screen resolution?Yes, you can. Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and type

First things first - 7Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer offTo turn the power off, do any of the following:• Use the Win

70 - Frequently asked questions9. Select On or Off to activate or deactivate the alarm. Where are my apps?Move your cursor to the lower left-hand co

Frequently asked questions - 71How do I install apps?You can download Windows Store apps from Store. You will need to have a Microsoft ID to purchase

72 - Frequently asked questionsWhere can I get more information?For more information please visit the following pages:• Windows 10 information: go.ace

Frequently asked questions - 73TroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if

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

Internet and online security - 75INTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITYFirst steps on the netProtecting your computerIt is vital to protect your computer from v

76 - 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 - 77Network connectionsA LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office building or home

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

Internet and online security - 79Internet security softwareTo help you stay ahead of cybercriminals, Acer has partnered with Norton to offer you secur

8 - First things first• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.• Do not expose the

80 - Internet and online securityDon't be fooled if someone calls your phoneA tech support scam is a form of online fraud where people call you o

Internet and online security - 81BotnetsA botnet is a string of infected, connected computers coordinated together to perform a task. Botnets gain acc

82 - Internet and online securitybetween these transmissions. They then set up tools programmed to "listen in" on transmissions, intercept d

Internet and online security - 83However, do not blame every computer problem on a virus! If you suspect your computer is infected, the first thing to

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