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Extensa Desktop
Computer User’s Manual
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Computer User’s Manual

- 1Extensa Desktop Computer User’s Manual

Page 2 - Register your Acer product

10 - Recovery• Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a

Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

Recovery - 11may use either a USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs.1. From Start, type &

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12 - Recoverywith a permanent marker. If multiple discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. Continue until the process is co

Page 5 - FIRST THINGS FIRST

Recovery - 13Reinstalling drivers and applicationsAs a troubleshooting step, you may need to reinstall the applications and device drivers that came p

Page 6 - Power cord information

14 - Recovery3. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. Images for reference only.4. Click the install icon for the item you

Page 7 - Cleaning and servicing

Recovery - 152. You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. Images for reference only.3. Click the install icon for the item you

Page 8 - RECOVERY

16 - Recovery4. Click the latest restore point (at a time when your system worked correctly), click Next, then Finish. 5. A confirmation window appear

Page 9 - Recovery - 9

Recovery - 17the Windows Store). See Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management on page 19.Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Managemen

Page 10 - 10 - Recovery

18 - Recovery5. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your hard drive. 6. After the recovery has

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Recovery - 19Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data).2. The Refresh your PC window opens.Images

Page 12 - Recovering your system

2 - © 2013. All Rights Reserved. Extensa Desktop Computer Covers: Tower modelsThis revision: October 2013Sign up for an Acer ID and enable Acer Remote

Page 13 - Recovery - 13

20 - Recoveryb. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Main menu.c. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is selected, press <F5> to ch

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Recovery - 21Reset your PC from the recovery backup1. The Reset your PC window opens.Images for reference only.2. Click Next.3. Select the operating s

Page 15 - Returning to a restore point

22 - RecoveryRefresh your PC from the recovery backup1. The Refresh your PC window opens.2. Click Next.3. Select the operating system to recover (norm

Page 16 - Recovering from Windows

Connecting to the Internet - 23CONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes basic information on types of connections, and getting connected to the

Page 17 - Images for reference only

24 - Keeping your computerand data safe...In this section you will find:• How to secure your computer• Setting passwords

Page 18 - 18 - Recovery

Acer ProShield - 25ACER PROSHIELDOverviewAn all-in-one security solution, Acer ProShield provides an embedded security solution to address the followi

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26 - 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

Page 20 - 20 - Recovery

Acer ProShield - 27Personal Secure DriveThe Personal Secure Disk (PSD) is a secure section of your hard disk where you can save files. You can only ge

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

Page 22 - 22 - Recovery

Acer ProShield - 29Data RemovalHere you can select files to be completely removed from the hard disk. The File Shredder overwrites the data to make re

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

Page 24 - Keeping your computer

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

Page 25 - ACER PROSHIELD

Securing your computer - 31SECURING YOUR COMPUTERYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take c

Page 26 - 26 - Acer ProShield

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

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Power management - 33POWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any a

Page 28 - Data Protection

34 - Power management5. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 6. Select Save changes.

Page 29 - Data Removal

- 35Ports and connectors...In this section you will find:• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer

Page 30 - BIOS UTILITY

36 - Ports and connectorsPORTS AND CONNECTORSThe tables below indicate what the different icons represent.NoteThe ports and connectors listed below ma

Page 31 - SECURING YOUR COMPUTER

Ports and connectors - 37Information on USB 3.0• USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue.• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal perfor

Page 32 - Important

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

Page 33 - POWER MANAGEMENT

Memory card reader - 39(2 TB). Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card reader.Removing a card from a memory card reader1. Click on Show

Page 34 - 6. Select Save changes

4 - Getting started...In this section you will find:• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health• How to create recovery backups•

Page 35 - Ports and connectors

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

Page 36 - PORTS AND CONNECTORS

HDMI - 41HDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible d

Page 37 - Rear panel audio ports

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

Page 38 - MEMORY CARD READER

- 43Got a question?In this section you will find:• Frequently asked questions• Tips for using Windows 8.1• Troubleshooting information• How to protec

Page 39 - Memory card reader - 39

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

Page 40 - VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS

Frequently asked questions - 45• The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the ic

Page 41 - HDMI - 41

46 - Frequently asked questionsI want to restore my computer to its original settings.This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the or

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Frequently asked questions - 47If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service site, you can still get in contact wit

Page 43 - Got a question?

48 - Frequently asked questionsTips and hints for using Windows 8.1We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we&a

Page 44 - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions - 49Can I boot directly to the desktop?Yes, you can, just follow these steps:1. Go to the desktop.2. Right-click the taskba

Page 45 - The printer does not work

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

Page 46 - Requesting service

50 - Frequently asked questionsCan I personalize the Lock screen?You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of ima

Page 47 - Before you call

Frequently asked questions - 51How do I set the alarm?Your computer can act as an alarm clock. Start typing ’Alarms’ to search for the Alarms app.1. S

Page 48 - What are "Charms?"

52 - Frequently asked questionsCan I make tiles bigger or smaller?Right-click anywhere on Start to open the Customize menu, click the tile(s) you wish

Page 49 - How do I unlock my computer?

Frequently asked questions - 53How do I install apps?You can download Windows Store apps from Store. You will need to have a Microsoft ID to purchase

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54 - Frequently asked questionsMicrosoft account, you'll connect your PC to the people, files, and devices you care about.Do I need one?You do no

Page 51 - How do I move tiles?

Frequently asked questions - 55TroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if

Page 52 - Where are my apps?

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

Page 53 - How do I install apps?

Internet and online security - 57INTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITYFirst steps on the netProtecting your computerIt is vital to protect your computer from v

Page 54 - How do I get one?

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

Page 55 - REQUENTL

Internet and online security - 59Wireless networksA wireless LAN or WLAN is a wireless local area network, which may link two or more computers withou

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6 - First things firstYou can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>.Taking care of your computerYou

Page 57 - INTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITY

60 - Internet and online securityWireless adapterDiagram of a working network1. Access point/router2. Desktop computer3. Modem4. Printer5. Portable co

Page 58 - Network connections

Internet and online security - 61www.acer.com is your portal to a world of online activities and services: visit us regularly for the latest informati

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62 - Internet and online securitySpyware is sometimes used by unscrupulous companies to monitor and track the sites you visit on the Internet so as to

Page 60 - Surf the Net!

Internet and online security - 63By regularly updating your computer, you block attackers from being able to take advantage of software flaws (vulnera

Page 61 - Security

64 - Internet and online securityA complete version of McAfee Internet Security Suite is pre-installed on your Acer system. It includes a free trial s

Page 62 - How to protect your computer

Internet and online security - 65addresses that are entirely numbers where there are normally words, and anything else out of the ordinary. Additional

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66 - Internet and online securitysecret investment tricks sure to make you untold fortunes, and contests that you've surprisingly won without ent

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Internet and online security - 67How do I know when my computer is at risk?If the Action Center reports an alert, or if your computer behaves erratica

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68 - Playing Blu-Ray or DVD moviesPLAYING BLU-RAY OR DVD MOVIESIf your computer is equipped with a Blu-Ray or DVD drive, you can play movies on your c

Page 66 - Windows Updates

First things first - 7Cleaning and servicingWhen cleaning the computer, follow these steps:1. Turn off the computer.2. Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not

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8 - RecoveryRECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Frequently asked questions on page 62) do no

Page 68 - PLAYING BLU-RAY OR DVD MOVIES

Recovery - 91. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps.2. Click Create Factory Default Back

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