Acer Aspire V3-372T User Manual

- 1User’s Manual

10 - Your Acer notebook tourLeft view12345 # Icon Item Description1DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.2Ethernet (RJ-45) portConnects to an Ethernet

Your Acer notebook tour - 11Right view123 # Icon Item Description1SD card readerAccepts one Secure Digital (SD or SDHC) card.Only one card can operate

12 - Your Acer notebook tour2Battery reset pinholeSimulates removing and reinstalling the battery.Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four

Using the keyboard - 13USING THE KEYBOARDThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and

14 - Using the keyboardHotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness a

Using the keyboard - 15Windows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.<Fn> + <Pg Dn>PreviousReturn to the p

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

Using the Precision Touchpad - 17The precision touchpad includes added technology features that help recognize and prevent unintentional gestures such

18 - 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-

Using a Bluetooth connection - 19USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONBluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short distances b

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20 - Using a Bluetooth connection3. Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovered devices, and select Pair.4. A code displays on your

Connecting to the Internet - 21CONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connected to t

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

Connecting to the Internet - 234. Select Network & internet.5. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use.

24 - Connecting to the Internet6. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect.7. If required, enter the network’s password.

Connecting to the Internet - 25Connecting with a cableBuilt-in network featurePlug one end of a network cable into the network port on your computer,

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

- 27Keeping your computerand data safe...In this section you will find:• How to secure your computer• Setting passwords• What you need to prepare whe

28 - 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 - 29• Type the User Password and press <Enter> to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning mess

Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSFirst things first 5Your guides ... 5Basic care and tips for using y

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

Power management - 31POWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any a

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

Battery pack - 33BATTERY PACKThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges.Battery characteristicsThe battery

34 - 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 - 35Checking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the tas

36 - 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 - 37You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing the Sleep hotkey or by closing the display.When you are ready to u

38 - 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 - 39Traveling with the computerWhen you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a

4 - Getting started...In this section you will find:• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health• Where to find the power button,

40 - Traveling with your computerPreparing the computerPrepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.What to bring with youBring

- 41Ports and connectors...In this section you will find:• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer

42 - 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

Memory card reader - 43MEMORY CARD READERConnectivity optionsYour computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that allow you to connect periphera

44 - 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 - 45VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORSConnect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection supported depends on your

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

- 47Got a question?In this section you will find:• Frequently asked questions• Tips for using Windows 10• Troubleshooting information• How to protect

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

Frequently asked questions - 49• The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the ic

First things first - 5FIRST THINGS FIRSTWe would like to thank you for making this Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.Y

50 - 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 - 51Tips and hints for using Windows 10We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we&ap

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

Frequently asked questions - 53How do I set the alarm?Your computer can act as an alarm clock. Start typing ’Alarms’ to search for the Alarms app.1. S

54 - 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 - 55How do I get one?If you've already installed Windows 10 and didn't sign in with a Microsoft account or you do

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

Frequently asked questions - 57If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorize

58 - 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 - 59internet as the connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL)DSL (Digita

6 - First things firstIf you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don’t want to completely shut it down, you can put it to Sleep by

60 - 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 - 61services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions.Net

62 - 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 - 63computer in various ways, using up resources or clogging up a network.What is spyware?Spyware refers to generally unw

64 - 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 - 65The next line of defense many times is your antivirus software, which monitors all online activities such as email me

66 - 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 - 67www.yourbank.com not http://www.yourbank.com). The "s" stands for secure and should appear when you are in

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

First things first - 7• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Route the power cord and any cables away from where people

8 - Your Acer notebook tourYOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOURAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Ac

Your Acer notebook tour - 9Keyboard view# Icon Item Description1 MicrophoneInternal microphone for sound recording.2Power button Turns the computer o