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32 - Recovery

5. Choose from the two options - Cloud download or Local reinstall

to reinstall Windows. (Ensure you are connected to the internet

when using Cloud download.)

6. Click Change settings to open the

Choose settings

options.

Main Page

Table of Contents3
First Things First5
Your Guides5
Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer6
- Turning Your Computer off6
- Taking Care of Your Computer6
- Taking Care of Your AC Adapter7
- Cleaning and Servicing7
- Guidelines for Safe Battery Usage8
Internal Battery11
Your Acer Notebook Tour12
Screen View12
Keyboard View13
Left View15
- USB 3.2 Information15
Right View16
- USB Type-C Information (AN515-56 / AN517-53)17
- USB 3.2 Information17
Rear View18
Base View19
Using the Keyboard20
Lock Keys20
- Hotkeys20
22 - the Windows os Desktop22
Using the Precision Touchpad23
Touchpad Gestures23
Changing Touchpad Settings25
Recovery27
Creating a File History Backup27
Backing up Your Wireless and LAN Drivers30
Restoring Your Computer30
- Reset this PC and Keep My Files30
- Reset this PC and Remove Everything34
Using a Bluetooth Connection38
Enabling and Disabling Bluetooth38
- Enable Bluetooth and Add a Device38
Connecting to the Internet40
Connecting to a Wireless Network40
- Connecting to a Wireless LAN40
Connecting with a Cable42
- Built-In Network Feature42
Nitrosense44
The Nitrosense Main Screen44
- Fan Control45
- Power Plan45
- Monitoring46
- Nitrosense and Acer Trueharmonytm46
- Settings46
48 - Bluelight Shield48
Securing Your Computer50
Using a Computer Security Lock50
Using Passwords50
- Entering Passwords51
BIOS Utility52
Boot Sequence52
Setting Passwords52
Power Management53
Saving Power53
Battery Pack55
Battery Characteristics55
- Charging the Battery55
- Optimizing Battery Life56
- Checking the Battery Level57
- Battery-Low Warning57
Traveling with Your Computer58
Disconnecting from the Desktop58
- Moving Around and What to Bring with You58
Universal Serial Bus (USB)61
62 - USB Type-C Port62
Thunderbolt 4 Port63
Displays63
Video and Audio Connectors64
Connecting a Monitor64
Headphones and Microphone64
Hdmi65
Frequently Asked Questions67
Requesting Service69
Tips and Hints for Using Windows71
- Can I Turn off Notifications71
- Can I Personalize the Lock Screen71
- Can I Change the Screen Resolution72
- Where Are My Apps72
- What Is a Microsoft ID (Account)72
- How Do I Check for Windows Updates73
- Where Can I Get more Information73
Troubleshooting74
- Troubleshooting Tips74
- Error Messages74
Internet and Online Security76
First Steps on the Net76
- Protecting Your Computer76
- Choose an Internet Service Provider76
- Network Connections78
- Surf the Net80
- Internet Security Software80

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