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Acer Aspire V5-122P User Manual

Acer Aspire V5-122P
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Acer Aspire V5-122P Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor Speed1.0 GHz
GraphicsAMD Radeon HD 8210
Display11.6-inch, 1366 x 768
Storage500 GB HDD
Operating SystemWindows 8
Battery3-cell Li-ion
Battery LifeUp to 5 hours
RAM4GB
ProcessorAMD A4-1250

Summary

Safety and Comfort

Safety Instructions, Warnings, and Electrical Power

Key safety guidelines, warnings, and electrical power usage advice.

Dummy Cards and General Precautions

Information on dummy cards and general safety tips like avoiding water.

Product Servicing Guidelines

Instructions for when professional servicing is required.

Safe Battery Usage

Precautions for safe battery operation, charging, and handling.

Radio Frequency Interference

Warnings and precautions regarding RF interference from wireless devices.

Medical Devices and Vehicle Safety

Precautions for use near medical devices and in vehicles.

Hazardous Environments, Emergency Calls, and Disposal

Safety for explosive atmospheres, emergency calls, and product disposal.

Energy Star and Comfortable Use Tips

Information on ENERGY STAR and general tips for comfortable computer use.

Finding Your Comfort Zone

Tips for adjusting posture and workspace for maximum comfort.

Taking Care of Your Vision

Advice on reducing eyestrain and proper display usage.

Developing Good Work Habits

Recommendations for breaks, exercises, and work environment.

First Things First

User Guides and Basic Care

Overview of user guides and basic computer care.

Turning Computer On and Off

Instructions for powering the computer on and off.

Taking Care of Your Computer

Guidelines to protect the computer from damage and environmental factors.

AC Adapter Care and Cleaning

Proper handling and cleaning of the AC adapter and computer.

Your Acer Notebook Tour

Screen View

Identifies ambient light sensor and touchscreen.

Screen Indicators and Webcam

Explains power and battery indicators, and the webcam.

Keyboard View

Details the keyboard layout and function.

Front View Components

Identifies the microphone on the front.

Left View Ports

Describes DC-in, extended battery, HDMI Micro, and headset jacks.

Right View Ports and USB 3.0 Info

Covers card reader, USB ports, and USB 3.0 features.

Base View Features

Identifies the battery reset pinhole and speakers.

Touchpad

Touchpad Basics

Explains cursor movement and basic touchpad gestures.

Advanced Touchpad Gestures

Details multi-finger gestures for navigation and control.

Using the Keyboard

Hotkeys Overview

Introduces hotkeys for system controls like brightness and volume.

Specific Hotkey Functions

Lists hotkey combinations for various functions.

Windows Keys

Explains the function of Windows-specific keys.

Recovery

Creating a Recovery Backup

Steps to create a factory default backup on USB.

Creating Factory Default Backup Steps

Detailed process for creating the recovery backup.

Backup Process and Storage

Backup progress, completion, and importance of labeling.

Creating Drivers and Applications Backup

Steps to back up drivers and applications.

Drivers/Apps Backup Process

Using Acer Recovery Management for driver/app backups.

Backup Media and Capacity

USB drive capacity and DVD requirements for backup.

Recovering Your System

Options for system recovery including fixing minor issues.

System Restore and Factory Reset

Returning to an earlier snapshot or factory condition.

Reinstalling Drivers and Applications

Steps to reinstall drivers/apps using Windows or backup.

Acer Resource Center for Reinstallation

Using Acer Resource Center to install drivers and applications.

Returning to System Snapshot

Using Microsoft System Restore to revert to previous states.

Returning to Factory Condition

Steps to restore the system to its original factory state.

Recovering from Windows

Options for recovery using Windows (Restore Factory Settings, Customized Restore).

Restore Factory Settings

Erases all files and reinstalls Windows and software.

Reset Your PC Options

Choosing to remove files or fully clean the drive during reset.

Customized Restore (Retain User Data)

Reinstalls software and drivers while retaining user files.

Recovering from Recovery Backup

Steps to recover from a USB backup using the boot menu.

Recovery Options from Backup

System Restore, Reset your PC, Refresh your PC from backup.

Reset PC from Backup

Details on resetting the PC from a backup, including file erasure options.

Refresh PC from Backup

How to refresh the PC from a backup, retaining user data.

Acer clear.fi

Navigating Media and Photos

How to browse and manage media files using clear.fi.

Shared Files and Compatible Devices

Accessing shared files and compatible devices with clear.fi.

Playing Media to Another Device

Streaming media from the computer to other devices.

Power Management

Acer Green Instant On Feature

Explains the quick wake-up feature from Sleep/Deep Sleep.

Saving Power and Fast Startup

Tips for saving power and disabling Fast Startup.

Power Button Settings

Customizing power button actions and shutdown settings.

Disabling Turn on Fast Startup

Steps to disable the fast startup option.

Battery Pack

Battery Characteristics and Charging

Overview of battery features and charging instructions.

Conditioning a New Battery Pack

Process for conditioning new or unused batteries.

Optimizing Battery Life and Checking Level

Tips for extending battery life and viewing charge level.

Battery-Low Warning Actions

Recommended actions when the battery-low warning appears.

Traveling with Your Computer

Disconnecting and Moving Around

Steps to disconnect accessories and moving the computer short distances.

Preparing for Meetings and Travel

How to prepare the computer for moving or meetings.

Preparing for Home Travel

Steps for packing and items to take when traveling home.

Home Office Setup and General Travel

Advice on setting up a home office and general travel tips.

International Travel Considerations

Precautions for traveling with the computer internationally.

International Travel Items and Precautions

Items to bring and specific tips for international travel.

Securing Your Computer

Using Passwords for Security

Explains Supervisor, User, and Password on Boot security features.

Entering Passwords

Process for entering passwords and consequences of incorrect entries.

Acer Theft Shield

Acer Theft Shield Overview

Introduction to the theft prevention tool.

Theft Protection Methods

Options for protecting the notebook using phone or Wi-Fi.

General Setup and Hotkey Activation

Activating Acer Theft Shield and using hotkeys.

Settings and Notifications

Customizing alarm settings and phone notifications.

Wireless Networks

Connecting to the Internet and Instant Connect

How to connect to the internet and use Instant Connect.

Wireless Network Components

Information on access points (routers) for wireless setup.

Using a Bluetooth Connection

Enabling and Disabling Bluetooth

How to turn Bluetooth on and off on the computer.

Making Computer Discoverable via Bluetooth

Steps to allow Bluetooth devices to find the computer.

Adding a Bluetooth Device

Process for pairing new Bluetooth devices with the computer.

Pairing Bluetooth Devices

Matching codes and accepting pairing for devices.

Managing Paired Bluetooth Devices

Viewing paired devices and connecting them.

Bluetooth Operations Window

Using the operation window for music, files, and settings.

HDMI Micro

HDMI Micro Port

Description of the HDMI Micro port for audio/video connections.

Universal Serial Bus (USB)

USB Port Functionality

Explains the USB port for connecting peripherals.

BIOS Utility

Accessing the BIOS Utility

How to enter the BIOS utility during POST.

Boot Sequence and Password Settings

Configuring boot sequence and setting BIOS passwords.

Frequently Asked Questions

Troubleshooting Startup and Display Issues

Solutions for power, boot, and blank screen problems.

Audio Issues and Optical Drive Eject

Resolving no audio problems and ejecting the optical drive.

Hardware Response and Service Requests

Troubleshooting keyboard/printer issues and requesting service.

Information for Calling Acer Support

Data to prepare before contacting Acer for support.

Windows 8 Basics: Concepts and Navigation

Introduction to Windows 8, Start screen, tiles, and charms.

Windows 8: App Switching, Shutdown, and Unlock

Managing apps, shutting down, and unlocking the computer.

Personalizing Windows 8: Start and Lock Screen

Customizing the Start screen, tiles, and lock screen.

Windows 8: App Management and Desktop View

Closing apps, changing resolution, returning to desktop, finding apps.

Windows 8: App Pinning, Installation, and Legacy Apps

Pinning apps, installing new apps, and locating built-in applications.

Microsoft Account and Internet Explorer Favorites

Understanding Microsoft accounts and adding favorites in IE.

Windows Updates and Further Information

Checking for updates and resources for more information.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Tips and Error Messages

General troubleshooting advice and common error messages.

Specific Error Message Solutions

Corrective actions for disk boot failure, configuration errors, etc.

Regulations and Safety Notices

FCC Statement and Peripheral Device Compliance

FCC rules for digital devices, shielded cables, and peripherals.

Canadian Notices and LCD Pixel Statement

Compliance for Canada, LCD pixel behavior, and radio device notices.

EU Declaration and Wireless Frequency Bands

EU conformity and wireless channel restrictions in France.

French Wireless Band Restrictions

Details on permitted wireless bands and power limits in France.

National Codes and RF Exposure Information

Country codes and Canadian RF field exposure guidelines.

Canadian Radio Compliance and WLAN Restrictions

Canadian compliance for wireless LAN and restrictions on 5.15-5.25 GHz range.

FCC RF Safety Requirements

RF exposure limits and safety distance for wireless LAN and Bluetooth.

Antenna Gain and RF Safety Compliance

Antenna gain limits and Canadian RF compliance details.

EIRP Limit for Point-to-Point Operation

EIRP limits for specific frequency ranges in point-to-point operation.

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