Acer Predator GX-791 User Manual Page 1

- 1User’s Manual

10 - Your Acer notebook tour3Programmable keysKeys that allow you to change computer settings to suit your current game.You can define settings for ea

Your Acer notebook tour - 11Left view2413 # Icon Item Description1DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.2USB ports Connect to USB devices.3Mic-in jackC

12 - Your Acer notebook tourRight view134562 # Icon Item Description1USB Type-C / Thunderbolt 3 portConnects to USB devices that adopt the USB Type-C

Your Acer notebook tour - 13Base viewSubwoofer256314# Icon Item Description1Ventilation and cooling fanAllows the computer to stay cool.Do not cover o

14 - Your Acer notebook tour6Acer DustDefenderReduces dust accumulation, enabling the components to stay cool, perform better and last longer.# Icon I

Using the keyboard - 15USING THE KEYBOARDThe keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and

16 - Using the keyboard<Fn> + <F5>Display toggleSwitches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and bo

Using the keyboard - 17Windows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows keyPressed alone it return

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

Using the Precision Touchpad - 19The precision touchpad includes added technology features that help recognize and prevent unintentional gestures such

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20 - Using the Precision TouchpadChanging touchpad settingsTo change the touchpad settings to suit your personal requirements, please do the following

Using the Precision Touchpad - 21moving if you accidentally tap the touchpad with your palm while working. Scroll down to see more settings.

22 - RecoveryRECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Frequently asked questions on page 72) do n

Recovery - 232.Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for Create Factory Default Backup to open the Recovery Drive window. 3.Make sure Backu

24 - Recovery4.Plug in the USB drive and wait for the PC to detect the USB drive then click Next.• Since the recovery backup requires at least 8 G B

Recovery - 25Backing up your wireless and LAN driversBack up your wireless and LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN

26 - Recovery2.Select the Restore tab and click Get started to Choose an option. 3.Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operat

Recovery - 274.Resetting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs w

28 - Recovery2.Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to Choose an option. 3.Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its factory de

Recovery - 29Select Remove files and clean the drive if you are not keeping your computer. This process will take longer, but will be more secure.

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

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 - 31Bluetooth on your computer is disabled by default. To enable your computer’s Bluetooth adapter, do the following:1. P

32 - Using a Bluetooth connection4.A code displays on your computer, which should match the code displayed on your device. Select Yes. Then, accept th

Connecting to the Internet - 33CONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connected to t

34 - Connecting to the Internetnetworks during setup. Select your network and enter the password if required.Acer notebook computers feature an Airpla

Connecting to the Internet - 354.Select Network & internet.5.You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use.

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

Connecting to the Internet - 37(Refer to the image below.) Then, you'll be ready to get online.Connecting to a cellular networkIf your computer h

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

PredatorSense - 39PREDATORSENSEPredatorSense is a software that helps you to gain the edge in your games by allowing you to record macros and assign t

4 - Table of contentsTips and hints for using Windows 10 ... 76How do I get to Sta

40 - PredatorSenseAssign an action to a hotkeyClick Edit to launch the Profile management page; open the Key assignment tab.Click Edit next to the pre

PredatorSense - 41Create a new profileClick Edit to launch the Profile management page; open the Key assignment tab.Click the + icon beneath the Hotke

42 - PredatorSensecorresponds to the color the physical P key will assume when that group is active.Record a macroClick Edit to launch the Profile man

PredatorSense - 43You will be asked to enter a name for the new macro.Click OK, then click Start recording. The macro recorder will record your keystr

44 - PredatorSenseAdjust the keyboard backlightThe keyboard backlight is divided into four zones, which you can turn on or off independently. Click Ed

PredatorSense - 45PredatorSense settingsClick the Settings icon to change settings for your Predator system. You can force the system to always use di

46 - OverclockingOVERCLOCKINGPredatorSense is designed to support overclocking, which allows your computer to run at a higher speed than it was origin

Overclocking - 47Overclocking optionsFASTER • CPU speed up to 3.6 GHz• GPU speed up to 1250 MHz•GPU VRAM up to 3.6 GHz NoteConfiguration figures are

48 - OverclockingTURBO• CPU frequency up to 4.0 GHz• GPU speed up to 1310 MHz•GPU VRAM up to 3.7 GHz NoteConfiguration figures are based on Ace

Securing your computer - 49SECURING YOUR COMPUTERYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take c

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

50 - Securing your computerpassword checkpoints on boot-up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for maximum security.Entering passwordsWhen a pa

BIOS utility - 51BIOS UTILITYThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already proper

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

Power management - 535.Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 6.Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7.Select Save changes.

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

Battery pack - 55Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning process for all new batt

56 - Battery pack• Excessive recharging decreases the battery life.• Look after your AC adapter and battery. Checking the battery levelThe power meter

Traveling with your computer - 57TRAVELING WITH YOUR COMPUTERThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with yo

58 - Traveling with your computerPress the Windows key + <C>, click Settings > Power then click Shut DownOr:You can put the computer in Slee

Traveling with your computer - 59• Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it shoul

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

60 - Traveling with your computera second AC adapter, you can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home.If you use your computer at home for si

Traveling with your computer - 61• If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Airport security X-ray machines are safe, but do not put the comp

62 - Traveling with your computercompatible with the local AC voltage. Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer.• If you ar

Memory card reader - 63MEMORY CARD READERConnectivity optionsYour computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that allow you to connect periphera

64 - Memory card readercontain up to 2048 GB (2 TB). Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card reader.Removing a card from a memory card

Video and audio connectors - 65VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORSConnect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection supported depends on your

66 - Video and audio connectorsplugging in an external microphone disables the built-in microphone.NoteSome computers have a single "combo"

Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 67UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB)The USB port is a high-speed port which allows you to connect USB peripherals, such as a mous

68 - Universal Serial Bus (USB)or turned off. Additionally, you can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices to a single USB port.ImportantWhen remov

Thunderbolt 3 port - 69THUNDERBOLT 3 PORTA Thunderbolt 3 port allows you to easily connect devices with a Type-C connector to your computer, such as a

First things first - 7• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.• Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.• Never place objects on

70 - Thunderbolt 3 portImportantWhen removing a USB storage device, you should right-click on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select "Ej

HDMI - 71HDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible d

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

Frequently asked questions - 73No audio is heard from the computer.Check the following:• The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker)

74 - Frequently asked questionsBefore performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings.1. Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is

Frequently asked questions - 75computer, write them down as they appear on the screen (or the number and sequence in the case of beeps).You are requir

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

Frequently asked questions - 77How do I unlock my computer?Press the space bar and select a user account icon to unlock the computer. If your account

78 - Frequently asked questionscan drag the tile to an existing group on Start. You can give the group(s) a name and arrange the tiles within the grou

Frequently asked questions - 797.Save the alarm by selecting the Save icon in the bottom right-hand corner. Where are my apps?Move your cursor to the

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

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

Frequently asked questions - 81Where can I get more information?For more information please visit the following pages:• Windows 10 information: go.ace

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

Frequently asked questions - 83If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorize

84 - 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 - 85your telephone line. With a dial-up connection, you cannot use the modem and the telephone simultaneously on a single

86 - Internet and online securitydevice, such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone.Network connectionsA LAN (Local Area Netwo

Internet and online security - 87Components of a wireless LANTo set up your Wireless network at home you need to have the following:Access point (rout

88 - Internet and online securityTurning on/off a wireless network connectionMost computers feature a ‘Wi-Fi’ button that turns the network connection

Internet and online security - 89pre-installed McAfee Internet Security Suite on your computer. McAfee Internet Security Suite runs quietly in the bac

Your Acer notebook tour - 9Keyboard view# Icon Item Description1Battery indicatorIndicates the computer’s battery status.Charging: The light shows amb

90 - Internet and online securitygo beyond simple tracking and actually monitor keystrokes and capture passwords, posing a serious security risk. What

Internet and online security - 91they become available. By regularly updating your computer, you block attackers from being able to take advantage of

92 - Internet and online securitybecome popular as they offer all the security software needed for online protection in a single package. Many people

Internet and online security - 93online. To take advantage of many online services, you will inevitably have to provide personal information in order

94 - Internet and online securityin an area requesting you to login or provide other sensitive data. Another sign that you have a secure connection is

Internet and online security - 95gone wrong is by reviewing the monthly statements provided by your bank and credit card companies for anything out of