Acer Extensa 15 User Manual

Name: Acer Extensa 15
Brand: Acer
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Getting started...

In this section you will find:

• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health

• Where to find the power button, ports and connectors

• Tips and tricks for using the touchpad and keyboard

• How to create recovery backups

• Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth

• Information on using Acer’s bundled software

Default Chapter2
- Register Your Acer Product2
- Manage Your Registered Products2
  - Table of Contents3
  - Getting Started5
First Things First6
- Your Guides6
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer6
Your Acer Notebook Tour9
- Screen View9
- Keyboard View10
- Left View11
  - Information on USB 3.011
- Right View11
- Base View12
Using the Keyboard13
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad13
  - Hotkeys14
- Windows Keys15
Touchpad16
- Touchpad Basics16
- Touchpad Gestures16
Recovery18
- Creating a Recovery Backup18
- Creating a Drivers and Applications Backup20
- Recovering Your System22
Connecting to the Internet32
- Connecting with a Cable32
  - Built-In Network Feature32
- Connecting Wirelessly32
  - Connecting to a Wireless LAN33
  - Connecting to a 3G Network33
34 - Using a Bluetooth Connection34
- Enabling and Disabling Bluetooth34
  - Enable Bluetooth and Add a Device34
Acer Proshield37
- Overview37
- Setting up Acer Proshield37
  - Personal Secure Drive39
- Credential Manager40
  - Fingerprint Registration40
- Data Protection41
- Data Removal41
BIOS Utility42
- Boot Sequence42
- Setting Passwords42
Securing Your Computer43
- Using Passwords43
  - Entering Passwords43
Power Management45
- Saving Power45
Battery Pack47
- Battery Characteristics47
Traveling with Your Computer50
- Disconnecting from the Desktop50
- Moving Around50
  - Preparing the Computer50
  - What to Bring to Meetings51
- Taking the Computer Home51
- Traveling with the Computer52
- Traveling Internationally53
Memory Card Reader56
- Connectivity Options56
58 - Video and Audio Connectors58
Hdmi59
Universal Serial Bus (USB)60
Frequently Asked Questions62
- Requesting Service64
- Tips and Hints for Using Windows 8.165
  - How Do I Get to Start65
- What Are "Charms65
- Can I Boot Directly to the Desktop66
- How Do I Jump between Apps66
- How Do I Turn off My Computer66
- How Do I Unlock My Computer66
- How Do I Set the Alarm68
- Where Are My Apps69
- What Is a Microsoft ID (Account)70
- How Do I Add a Favorite to Internet Explorer71
- How Do I Check for Windows Updates71
- Where Can I Get more Information71
- Troubleshooting72
  - Troubleshooting Tips72
  - Error Messages72
Internet and Online Security74
- First Steps on the Net74

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Acer Extensa 15 Specifications

General

Display Size	15.6 inches
Operating System	Windows 11 Home/Pro
Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics or AMD Radeon Graphics
Display Resolution	1366x768 (HD) or 1920x1080 (Full HD) (varies by model)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 5 or Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
Ports	HDMI, Ethernet, Headphone/Microphone combo jack
Processor	Intel Core i3/i5/i7 or AMD Ryzen 3/5/7 (varies by model)
Storage	1TB HDD