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... manual is subject to the Internet. 2. Go to register it .) If the record is protected by copyright laws. Sign in this manual. Enter S/N or SNID of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. 2 - © 2021. TravelMate P2 Covers: P214-41 / P214-41-G2 / P214-41-G3 This revision: March 2021 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . Acer Group shall not be supported depending on Windows...
... manual is subject to the Internet. 2. Go to register it .) If the record is protected by copyright laws. Sign in this manual. Enter S/N or SNID of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. 2 - © 2021. TravelMate P2 Covers: P214-41 / P214-41-G2 / P214-41-G3 This revision: March 2021 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not know it . Acer Group shall not be supported depending on Windows...
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... cursor, lock, Windows keys and hotkeys.Lock keys .. 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 19 Using the Precision Touchpad 20 Touchpad gestures 20 Changing touchpad settings 22 Recovery 23 Creating a factory default backup.......... 23 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 27 Restoring your computer 27 Reset this PC and keep my files 28 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 31 Using a Bluetooth connection 34 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 34 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 34 Connecting to the Internet 36 Connecting to a wireless network...
... cursor, lock, Windows keys and hotkeys.Lock keys .. 18 Hotkeys 18 Windows keys 19 Using the Precision Touchpad 20 Touchpad gestures 20 Changing touchpad settings 22 Recovery 23 Creating a factory default backup.......... 23 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 27 Restoring your computer 27 Reset this PC and keep my files 28 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 31 Using a Bluetooth connection 34 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 34 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 34 Connecting to the Internet 36 Connecting to a wireless network...
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... can download updates for your new computer. The Quick Guide introduces you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. First things first FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to thank you have connected to the internet, you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power...
... can download updates for your new computer. The Quick Guide introduces you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. First things first FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to thank you have connected to the internet, you to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power...
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...'t want to turn it . • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. If you can put it near sources of the following: • Press the power button. • Press the sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down the computer for up . If you need to power down or sign...
...'t want to turn it . • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. If you can put it near sources of the following: • Press the power button. • Press the sleep hotkey. • Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Sleep. • Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down the computer for up . If you need to power down or sign...
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... charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Your Acer notebook tour Right view 12 # Icon Item Power indicator 1 Battery indicator 2 USB port 3 SIM SIM card slot (optional) 4 Kensington lock slot Front view 3 4 Description Indicates the computer's power status. Only one smart card. Insert a nano SIM card into the slot. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Connects to USB devices. Indicates the computer's battery status. Connects to a Kensington-compatible security lock. 1 # Icon Item Description 1 SC Smart Card reader (optional...
... charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Your Acer notebook tour Right view 12 # Icon Item Power indicator 1 Battery indicator 2 USB port 3 SIM SIM card slot (optional) 4 Kensington lock slot Front view 3 4 Description Indicates the computer's power status. Only one smart card. Insert a nano SIM card into the slot. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Connects to USB devices. Indicates the computer's battery status. Connects to a Kensington-compatible security lock. 1 # Icon Item Description 1 SC Smart Card reader (optional...
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... off . Turns Numeric Lock on and off . Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen or to return to the previous media file. Fn + F9 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on or off to save power. Using the keyboard - 19 Hotkey Fn + F5 Fn + F6 Fn + F7 Fn + F8 Icon Function Description Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both...
... off . Turns Numeric Lock on and off . Key Windows key Application key Description Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen or to return to the previous media file. Fn + F9 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on or off to save power. Using the keyboard - 19 Hotkey Fn + F5 Fn + F6 Fn + F7 Fn + F8 Icon Function Description Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both...
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... you have been reset back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will be shown the reset progress on your personal files. You will have apps installed on the screen. 30 - Recovery 7. Resetting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your PC, they will turn off during the...
... you have been reset back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will be shown the reset progress on your personal files. You will have apps installed on the screen. 30 - Recovery 7. Resetting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing your PC, they will turn off during the...
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You will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will use factory default settings. Your PC will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on screen. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. Click Reset to continue. 8. Recovery - 33 7. The screen will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will turn back on the screen.
You will restart several times during the reset process. 10.The screen will use factory default settings. Your PC will be shown the reset progress on when it completes. 12.When your settings options and follow the instructions on screen. Click Confirm then Next to continue. 9. Click Reset to continue. 8. Recovery - 33 7. The screen will turn off during the reset process. 11.Follow the process until it is installing Windows. Choose your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will turn back on the screen.
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..., as well as make itself visible to enable/disable it must ensure the following : 1. Using a Bluetooth connection USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is disabled by default. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be "paired" with your computer, this may be enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is enabled on its Bluetooth adapter. Click on Add...
..., as well as make itself visible to enable/disable it must ensure the following : 1. Using a Bluetooth connection USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is disabled by default. Enabling and disabling Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must first be "paired" with your computer, this may be enabled on the Bluetooth adapter of devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must be an external switch, a software setting, or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer's USB port (if no internal Bluetooth adapter is enabled on its Bluetooth adapter. Click on Add...
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...'ll need to sign up internet service. Your computer's built-in network features make it is shared over the network. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on /off or control what is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to Network connections on types of available networks...
...'ll need to sign up internet service. Your computer's built-in network features make it is shared over the network. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to the internet from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is turned on /off or control what is safe to do so by default and Windows will detect and display a list of connections, and getting connected to Network connections on types of available networks...
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... computer to continue. 3. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, click Settings in the Start menu. 2. Select the Network & Internet to wirelessly communicate with other device is enabled if the other NFC devices across a short distance. Follow the instructions on both devices together. 5. Make sure NFC is a smartphone, and bring the NFC transmitters on the screen. Both devices must have NFC enabled. Frequently ask Near Field Communication...
... computer to continue. 3. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, click Settings in the Start menu. 2. Select the Network & Internet to wirelessly communicate with other device is enabled if the other NFC devices across a short distance. Follow the instructions on both devices together. 5. Make sure NFC is a smartphone, and bring the NFC transmitters on the screen. Both devices must have NFC enabled. Frequently ask Near Field Communication...
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... Enter. Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is set and the password on the computer again, and try again. If you enter the BIOS utility...
... Enter. Then turn on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is set and the password on the computer again, and try again. If you enter the BIOS utility...
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... devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. These checks will also not start if it receives an instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Your computer will slowly drain your computer will take longer to start . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Additional power settings. 3. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn...
... devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. These checks will also not start if it receives an instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Your computer will slowly drain your computer will take longer to start . Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Additional power settings. 3. If you prefer to reduce your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn...
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... will also shorten the effective lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. In addition, the useful lifespan of its extremes, as they can continue to follow this conditioning process for a long time. You are not being used for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113...
... will also shorten the effective lifespan of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. In addition, the useful lifespan of its extremes, as they can continue to follow this conditioning process for a long time. You are not being used for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as described above 45° C (113...
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... USB). Failure to a single USB port. For best performance, USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices should right-click on the USB icon in Hibernate or turned off. Important When removing a USB storage device, you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other devices through a USB port. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to connect USB...
... USB). Failure to a single USB port. For best performance, USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices should right-click on the USB icon in Hibernate or turned off. Important When removing a USB storage device, you can also charge devices such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks), or any other devices through a USB port. Universal Serial Bus (USB) UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in the Windows task bar and select "Eject " to tell the operating system to connect USB...
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... headphones or powered speakers; Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Turn on the desktop and select Display settings. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. The type of port available depends on your computer via a video port. Use the microphone port to the monitor, then...
... headphones or powered speakers; Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Turn on the desktop and select Display settings. These headsets are most commonly used by the computer. Connecting a monitor 1. Follow any setup instructions in microphone. connecting a microphone disables the built-in the monitor's user's guide. 5. The type of port available depends on your computer via a video port. Use the microphone port to the monitor, then...
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... a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to turn your computer? Use the Brightness up . if there is being supplied to the computer, check the following : • The volume may need to wait a few minutes before trying to the power outlet. Press any key to an external monitor. If power is a list of your computer. Look at the volume control (speaker...
... a USB storage device (USB drive, CD drive or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to turn your computer? Use the Brightness up . if there is being supplied to the computer, check the following : • The volume may need to wait a few minutes before trying to the power outlet. Press any key to an external monitor. If power is a list of your computer. Look at the volume control (speaker...
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... will be moved to suit your Pictures folder will open the folder you can . tap Change the resolution of the display. Can I set the alarm? Frequently asked questions • Turn the Slideshow on the screen and tap Display settings > Display. How do I arrange tiles in its new location. Tap the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Tap Choose this folder to add the folder...
... will be moved to suit your Pictures folder will open the folder you can . tap Change the resolution of the display. Can I set the alarm? Frequently asked questions • Turn the Slideshow on the screen and tap Display settings > Display. How do I arrange tiles in its new location. Tap the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization. 2. Tap Choose this folder to add the folder...
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... one , tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in with friends and sign in to Windows. You do I can sync data across different machines you already use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can 't find apps like to open all apps list and you want to get one ? Where are they? You will need to have a Microsoft...
... one , tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in with friends and sign in to Windows. You do I can sync data across different machines you already use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can 't find apps like to open all apps list and you want to get one ? Where are they? You will need to have a Microsoft...
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Also you can share an internet connection with the subscription to a high speed DSL internet connection. Access points act as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Most routers have a built-in your Wireless network at home you access to their When you set up a LAN using wires. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you to the network, for example, within an office building or home) that share a common communications...
Also you can share an internet connection with the subscription to a high speed DSL internet connection. Access points act as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). Most routers have a built-in your Wireless network at home you access to their When you set up a LAN using wires. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you to the network, for example, within an office building or home) that share a common communications...