Safety Guide
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... not replace the battery with batteries. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Do not disassemble or dispose of times, but it to purchase a new battery. If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with parts approved by an authorized service center. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than approved ones. This notebook uses a Lithium-based battery...
... not replace the battery with batteries. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. Do not disassemble or dispose of times, but it to purchase a new battery. If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with parts approved by an authorized service center. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than approved ones. This notebook uses a Lithium-based battery...
User Manual
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... reference only and may not be supported depending on the Operating System version. Register your product registration, you will automatically register your computer. The information contained in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to your product. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase TravelMate X5 Covers: TMX514-51T This revision: November 2018 Important...
... reference only and may not be supported depending on the Operating System version. Register your product registration, you will automatically register your computer. The information contained in this manual may contain information or features that is subject to your product. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase TravelMate X5 Covers: TMX514-51T This revision: November 2018 Important...
User Manual
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... cursor, lock, Windows keys and hotkeys 14 Lock keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 18 Recovery 19 Creating a factory default backup.......... 19 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 21 Restoring your computer 21 Reset this PC and keep my files 22 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 23 Using a Bluetooth connection 26 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 26 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 26 Connecting to the Internet 28 Connecting to a wireless network...
... cursor, lock, Windows keys and hotkeys 14 Lock keys 14 Hotkeys 14 Windows keys 15 Using the Precision Touchpad 16 Touchpad gestures 16 Changing touchpad settings 18 Recovery 19 Creating a factory default backup.......... 19 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers 21 Restoring your computer 21 Reset this PC and keep my files 22 Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 23 Using a Bluetooth connection 26 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 26 Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 26 Connecting to the Internet 28 Connecting to a wireless network...
User Manual
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... and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to the User's Manual. The Quick Guide introduces you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. For more productive, please refer to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. 6 - This guide...
... and functions of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down to the User's Manual. The Quick Guide introduces you can also download and install the Acer identification utility that will open the Acer Support webpage. 2. For more productive, please refer to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. 6 - This guide...
User Manual
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... your computer Your computer will serve you well if you close it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill...power your device, or an Acer- Note If you need to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you take care 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...
... your computer Your computer will serve you well if you close it . • Only use the adapter provided with your device. • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill...power your device, or an Acer- Note If you need to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you take care 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...
User Manual
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...Headset/ speaker jack Connects to USB devices. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. USB port with 2 power-off Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with a USB 1 USB Type-C port Type-C connector. charging Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Right view 12 3 4 5 # Icon Item Description Connects to USB devices with microphone. Indicates the computer's battery 3 status. Supports DisplayPort™ over USB-C™. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status.
...Headset/ speaker jack Connects to USB devices. Battery indicator Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. USB port with 2 power-off Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with a USB 1 USB Type-C port Type-C connector. charging Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Right view 12 3 4 5 # Icon Item Description Connects to USB devices with microphone. Indicates the computer's battery 3 status. Supports DisplayPort™ over USB-C™. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status.
User Manual
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... Home End End Scrolls to save power. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Fn + F9 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to the beginning of a document. Turns the built-in touchpad on and off . Fn + F10 Volume down Decreases the sound volume. Using the keyboard - 15 Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F6...
... Home End End Scrolls to save power. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. Fn + F9 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off to the beginning of a document. Turns the built-in touchpad on and off . Fn + F10 Volume down Decreases the sound volume. Using the keyboard - 15 Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F6...
User Manual
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... Control Center then Recovery Management. 2. Your PC will have been reset back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your personal files. Click Reset to Choose an option. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to continue. 5. When your personal files. Resetting the PC will turn off during the reset process. 7. The screen will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing...
... Control Center then Recovery Management. 2. Your PC will have been reset back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your personal files. Click Reset to Choose an option. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to continue. 5. When your personal files. Resetting the PC will turn off during the reset process. 7. The screen will reinstall Windows, change settings back to its factory default settings without removing...
User Manual
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... wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must ensure the following : 1. This means it must first 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 a technology enabling you must first be enabled on its Bluetooth adapter. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Using a Bluetooth connection USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start...
... wirelessly over short distances between many different types of both devices. Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must ensure the following : 1. This means it must first 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 a technology enabling you must first be enabled on its Bluetooth adapter. Your devices are "paired" (or connected). Using a Bluetooth connection USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Bluetooth is available). Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start...
User Manual
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... your network and enter the password if required. All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. The ISP will install a small box, a router or modem, that will allow you can use the network management options to turn on by the cabin crew. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to set up for internet services from home, you to do so by default and Windows...
... your network and enter the password if required. All wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft and during setup. The ISP will install a small box, a router or modem, that will allow you can use the network management options to turn on by the cabin crew. Warning Using wireless devices while flying in order to connect to set up for internet services from home, you to do so by default and Windows...
User Manual
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... appears. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Securing your computer - 39 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. •...
... appears. Then turn on boot parameter is set , a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility. Try again and press Enter. • When the User Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up. • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Securing your computer - 39 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. •...
User Manual
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...'s battery. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Additional power settings. 3. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. These checks will also not start if it receives an instruction to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of power to check for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected...
...'s battery. Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button then select Settings > System > Power & sleep. 2. Select Additional power settings. 3. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. These checks will also not start if it receives an instruction to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of power to check for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected...
User Manual
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... life. Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are advised to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. Battery pack - 49 Use this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end...
... life. Higher temperatures cause the battery to follow the suggestions set out below 0° C (32° F) or above . • Frequent use . • Remove accessories that are advised to follow this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used (e.g. Battery pack - 49 Use this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will reach the end...
User Manual
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... to stop using the device before removing it supports. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. 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. Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 57 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off...
... to stop using the device before removing it supports. Additionally, you should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports. 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. Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 57 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) The USB port is in Hibernate or turned off...
User Manual
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... any setup instructions in stereo headphones or powered speakers; The correct resolution and refresh rate should be detected automatically. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the headphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. connecting an audio device to plug in the monitor's user's guide. 5. connecting a microphone disables the built-in speakers. Video and audio connectors - 59 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect an external microphone; The type of port...
... any setup instructions in stereo headphones or powered speakers; The correct resolution and refresh rate should be detected automatically. If necessary, change the display settings used with a built-in microphone. Use the headphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. connecting an audio device to plug in the monitor's user's guide. 5. connecting a microphone disables the built-in speakers. Video and audio connectors - 59 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to connect an external microphone; The type of port...
User Manual
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... adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be muted. Connect the AC adapter to save power. Press any key to turn the display back on again. • Make sure that may be in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is being supplied to the computer, check the following : • The volume may need to wait a few minutes before trying to turn your computer. Use the Brightness...
... adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be muted. Connect the AC adapter to save power. Press any key to turn the display back on again. • Make sure that may be in Sleep or Hibernate mode (if there is being supplied to the computer, check the following : • The volume may need to wait a few minutes before trying to turn your computer. Use the Brightness...
User Manual
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... the screen and tap Display settings > Display. Tap Add a folder and open by default). How do I arrange tiles in its new location. Can I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. How do I set the alarm? Type 'Alarms' to suit your liking. Yes, you see the screen dim. Can I change the screen resolution? Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? tap Change the resolution of the display. Tap the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization...
... the screen and tap Display settings > Display. Tap Add a folder and open by default). How do I arrange tiles in its new location. Can I set up the lock screen slideshow? 1. How do I set the alarm? Type 'Alarms' to suit your liking. Yes, you see the screen dim. Can I change the screen resolution? Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? tap Change the resolution of the display. Tap the Windows Start button and select Settings > Personalization...
User Manual
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...! Alternatively, open all apps list and you sign in to open using a Microsoft ID. When you release the tile, tap the Unpin icon to see the list of the app you care about. A Microsoft account is best if you choose the one , tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in all apps list and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to remove the tile...
...! Alternatively, open all apps list and you sign in to open using a Microsoft ID. When you release the tile, tap the Unpin icon to see the list of the app you care about. A Microsoft account is best if you choose the one , tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign in all apps list and scroll to 'Windows Accessories' to remove the tile...
User Manual
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... lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to open the computer yourself; CMOS checksum error Disk boot failure Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Error messages CMOS battery bad Corrective action Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Hard disk 0 error Hard disk 0 extended type error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Equipment configuration error Press F2 (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility...
... lists the error messages in the BIOS utility to open the computer yourself; CMOS checksum error Disk boot failure Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Error messages CMOS battery bad Corrective action Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Hard disk 0 error Hard disk 0 extended type error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Equipment configuration error Press F2 (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility...
User Manual
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... devices and an internet connection. 74 - Setting up a network, you need to their Most routers have a built-in your Wireless network at home you can share an internet connection with the subscription to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Also you and other computers in DSL modem that share a common communications line and resources. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have the following: Access...
... devices and an internet connection. 74 - Setting up a network, you need to their Most routers have a built-in your Wireless network at home you can share an internet connection with the subscription to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Also you and other computers in DSL modem that share a common communications line and resources. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have the following: Access...