Acer SW312-31P User Manual

USER’S MANUALSwitch 3

10 - Your Acer notebook tourRear viewTop view# Icon Item Description1 WebcamWeb camera for video communication.2 KickstandAllows the computer to funct

Your Acer notebook tour - 11Left viewInformation on USB 3.0• USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue.• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For op

12 - Your Acer notebook tourUSB Type-C Information• USB 3.1 Gen 1 with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.• Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output.• Deliv

Your Acer notebook tour - 13Keyboard view# Icon Item Description1Keyboard connectorConnects to the computer.2 KeyboardFor entering data into your comp

14 - Your Acer notebook tourAttaching and detaching the keyboardThe Acer Snap Hinge Gold makes attaching and detaching thekeyboard fast and e

Your Acer notebook tour - 15Attach the pad and keyboard to function as a laptop. Prop thekeyboard up using the magnetic strip at the top of

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

Using the keyboard - 17HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access mostof the computer's controls like screen brightness

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

Using the Precision Touchpad - 19USING THE PRECISION TOUCHPADThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As youslide you

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20 - Using the Precision TouchpadThe precision touchpad includes added technology features that helprecognize and prevent unintentional gestures such

Using the Precision Touchpad - 213. Select Devices > Mouse & touchpad.4. Now you can adjust the settings to suit your personal needs.

22 - RecoveryRECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently askedquestions (see Got a question? on page 60) do not

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

24 - Recovery• Since the recovery backup requires at least 8 GB of storage afterformatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacityof 16

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

26 - Recovery3. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operatingsystem without removing your personal files. Click Next to continu

Recovery - 272. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to Choose an option. 3. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its

28 - Recoveryyour computer. This process will take longer, but will be moresecure. 5. Click Reset to continue.6. You will be shown the

Using a Bluetooth connection - 29USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONBluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly overshort distances

Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSFirst things first 6Your guides ... 6Basic care and tips for using y

30 - Using a Bluetooth connection3. Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovereddevices, and select Pair.4. A code disp

Connecting to the Internet - 31CONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes general information on types of connections,and getting connect

32 - Connecting to the Internetmanagement options to turn your wireless network on/off or controlwhat is shared over the network.To connect t

Connecting to the Internet - 335. Make sure Wi-Fi is On and select Show available networks.6. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Sele

34 - Connecting to the Internet7. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect.8. If required, enter the network’s password.

Bluelight Shield - 35BLUELIGHT SHIELDThe Bluelight Shield can be enabled to reduce blue-light emissionsfrom the screen to protect your eyes.T

Keeping your computer and data safe...In this section you will find:• How to secure your computer• Setting passwords• What you need to prepare when yo

Securing your computer - 37SECURING YOUR COMPUTERYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of.Learn how to protect and take ca

38 - Securing your computer• Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Ifyou enter the password incorrectly, a warnin

44 - BIOS utilityBIOS UTILITYThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into yourcomputer's BIOS.Your computer is alrea

4 - Table of contentsChoose an Internet Service Provider ... 66Network connections... 68Surf the Net!...

Power management - 45POWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitorssystem activity. System activity refers

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

Battery pack - 47BATTERY PACKThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you longuse between charges.Battery characteristicsThe battery i

48 - Battery packUse this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a batteryhasn't been used for a long time. The battery c

Battery pack - 49Checking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursorover the battery/power icon on the

50 - Traveling with your computerTRAVELING WITH YOUR COMPUTERThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving aroundor traveling with you

Traveling with your computer - 51You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing the Sleephotkey or by closing the display.When you are

52 - Traveling with your computerWhat to take with youUnless you have some items at home, take the following items withyou:• AC adapter and pow

Traveling with your computer - 53Traveling with the computerWhen you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from youroffice building to a

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

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

In this section you will find:• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computerPorts and connectors...

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

USB Type-C port - 57USB TYPE-C PORTA USB Type-C port is a connector that allows you to easily connectUSB Type-C peripherals, such as additional s

58 - SD card readerSD CARD READERSD (Secure Digital) cards are used in a wideselection of digital cameras, tablets, media playersand cel

Video and audio connectors - 59VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORSAdd an external monitor to your computer via a video port. The type ofport available depends

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

Frequently asked questions - 61FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during theuse of your computer.

62 - Frequently asked questionsicon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the icon and deselect theMute all option.• The volume level may be

Frequently asked questions - 63For more information, see Restoring your computer on page 25.Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Yo

64 - Frequently asked questionsTips and hints for using Windows 10We know this is a new operating system that will take some gettingused to, so

6 - First things firstFIRST THINGS FIRSTWe would like to thank you for making this Acer notebook your choicefor meeting your mobile computing needs.Yo

Frequently asked questions - 65To change the background, tap the Windows Start button and tapSettings > Personalization. From here you can:

66 - Frequently asked questionsHow do I set the alarm?Your computer can act as an alarm clock. Type ’Alarms’ to search forthe Alarms & Clock app.1

Frequently asked questions - 67How do I make an app appear on Start?If you're in All apps and you want to make an app appear on Start, tapand hol

68 - Frequently asked questionsHow do I get one?If you've already installed Windows 10 and didn't sign in with aMicrosoft account

Frequently asked questions - 69TroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician

70 - Frequently asked questionsIf you still encounter problems after going through the correctivemeasures, please contact your dealer or an a

Internet and online security - 71INTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITYFirst steps on the netProtecting your computerIt is vital to protect your computer from

72 - Internet and online securityinternet as the connection speed is low and connection time istypically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL)DS

Internet and online security - 73Network connectionsA LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example,within an office bui

74 - Internet and online securitypoint/router for detailed setup instructions.Network cable (RJ45)A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to

First things first - 7• Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >Shut down.If you need to power down the computer fo

Internet and online security - 75Internet security softwareTo help you stay ahead of cybercriminals, Acer has partnered withNorton to offer

76 - Internet and online securitycompany like Norton or Microsoft and that you have a virus. The mainmotive behind these scams is to extort mon

Internet and online security - 77tablet, or IoT device is entirely under the control of the person whocreated the botnet. Most people who

78 - Internet and online securitycan encrypt all the data that you send and receive while using a publicWi-Fi hotspot, securing your information from

8 - First things firstTaking care of your AC adapterHere are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:• Do not connect the adapter to any other devic

Your Acer notebook tour - 9YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOURAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let usshow you around your new Ace