Acer TravelMate P648-G3-M User Manual

- 1USER’S MANUAL

10 - Your Acer notebook tourKeyboard view4 SD card readerAccepts one Secure Digital (SD or SDHC) card.Only one card can operate at a time.5 Microphone

Your Acer notebook tour - 11Left view 6Airplane modeEnables/disables the computer’s communication devices.P keyProgrammable key (configuration may var

12 - Your Acer notebook tourUSB 3.0 information• USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue.• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal perfor

Your Acer notebook tour - 13Base view124387653Kensington lock slotConnects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.Wrap the computer securit

14 - Your Acer notebook tour2Acer ProDock connectorConnects to the optional Acer ProDock.3HDD compartmentHouses the computer’s hard disk drive memory.

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

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

Using the keyboard - 17Windows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.<Fn> + <Pg Up>StopStop playing the se

18 - TouchpadTOUCHPADTouchpad basicsThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide your finger across the touchpa

Touchpad - 19• Swipe in from edge: Access Windows tools by swiping into the center of the touchpad from the right or left edge.• Swipe in from right:

2 - © 2017. All Rights Reserved.TravelMate P6 SeriesCovers: P648-M / P-648-MG / P648-G2-M / P648-G2-MG / P648-G3-M / P648-G3-MGThis revision: July 201

20 - RecoveryRECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Frequently asked questions on page 60) do n

Recovery - 212. Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for Create Factory Default Backup to open the Recovery Drive window.3. Make sure Backup sy

22 - Recovery• Since the recovery backup requires at least 8 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a

Recovery - 23Backing up your wireless and LAN driversBack up your wireless and LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN

24 - Recovery3. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your personal files. Click Next to contin

Recovery - 252. Select the Restore tab and click Get Started to Choose an option. 3. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its factory d

26 - Recoveryyour computer. This process will take longer, but will be more secure. 5. Click Reset to continue.6. You will be shown the reset prog

Using a Bluetooth connection - 27USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONBluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short distances b

28 - 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 - 29CONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connected to t

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

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

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

Connecting to the Internet - 33Connecting with a cableBuilt-in network featurePlug one end of a network cable into the network port on your computer,

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

Acer ProShield - 35ACER PROSHIELDOverviewAn all-in-one security solution, Acer ProShield provides an embedded security solution to address the followi

36 - 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

Acer ProShield - 37Personal Secure DriveThe Personal Secure Disk (PSD) is a secure section of your hard disk where you can save files. You can only ge

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

Acer ProShield - 39Data ProtectionHere you can select files for encryption or decryption, and manage your Personal Secure Drive.Data RemovalHere you c

4 - Table of contentsHow do I set the alarm? ... 65Where are my apps?... 66What is a Microsoft

40 - 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 - 41Entering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervis

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

Power management - 43POWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any a

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

Battery pack - 45BATTERY PACKThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges.Battery characteristicsThe battery

46 - 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 - 47Checking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the tas

48 - 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 - 49You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing the Sleep hotkey or by closing the display.When you are ready to u

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

50 - 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 - 51Traveling with the computerWhen you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a

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

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

54 - 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

HDMI - 55HDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible d

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

Memory card reader - 57(2 TB). Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card reader.Removing a card from a memory card reader1. Click on Show

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

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

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

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

Frequently asked questions - 61Mute all option.• The volume level may be too low. Check the volume from the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskb

62 - Frequently asked questionsFor more information, see Restoring your computer on page 23.Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Yo

Frequently asked questions - 63Tips and hints for using Windows 10We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we&ap

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

Frequently asked questions - 65Can I change the screen resolution?Yes, you can. Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and type

66 - Frequently asked questionsWhere are my apps?Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and select Search, start typing the nam

Frequently asked questions - 67Do I need one?You do not need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10, but it makes life easier because you can sync data acro

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

Frequently asked questions - 69If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorize

First things first - 7Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer offTo turn the power off, do any of the following:• Use the Win

70 - 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 - 71internet as the connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL)DSL (Digita

72 - 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 - 73services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions.Net

74 - Internet and online securityInternet security softwareTo help you stay ahead of cybercriminals, Acer has partnered with Norton to offer you secur

Internet and online security - 75company like Norton or Microsoft and that you have a virus. The main motive behind these scams is to extort money fro

76 - Internet and online securitytablet, or IoT device is entirely under the control of the person who created the botnet. Most people who are infecte

Internet and online security - 77can encrypt all the data that you send and receive while using a public Wi-Fi hotspot, securing your information from

8 - First things first• Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.• Never place objects on top of the computer.• Do not slam the computer display whe

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