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TABLE OF CONTENTS

First things first 5

Your guides ............................................. 5

Basic care and tips for using your

computer.................................................. 5

Turning your computer off........................... 5

Taking care of your computer ..................... 6

Taking care of your AC adapter .................. 7

Cleaning and servicing................................ 7

Your Acer notebook tour 8

Screen view ............................................. 8

Keyboard view ......................................... 9

Left view ................................................ 10

USB Type-A information........................... 10

Right view ............................................. 11

Base view .............................................. 12

Using the keyboard 13

Lock keys............................................... 13

Special keys .......................................... 13

Hotkeys.................................................. 14

Windows keys........................................ 15

Using the Precision Touchpad 16

Touchpad gestures................................ 16

Changing touchpad settings .................. 18

Recovery 19

Creating a factory default backup.......... 19

Backing up your wireless and LAN

drivers.................................................... 21

Restoring your computer ....................... 21

Reset this PC and keep my files ............... 22

Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 23

Using a Bluetooth connection 26

Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 26

Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 26

Connecting to the Internet 28

Connecting to a wireless network.......... 28

Connecting to a wireless LAN................... 28

Bluelight Shield 31

Securing your computer 33

Using a computer security lock.............. 33

Using passwords ................................... 33

Entering passwords .................................. 34

Fingerprint Reader 35

How to use the fingerprint reader .......... 35

BIOS utility 40

Boot sequence....................................... 40

Setting passwords ................................. 40

Power management 41

Saving power......................................... 41

Battery pack 43

Battery characteristics ........................... 43

Charging the battery ................................. 43

Optimizing battery life ............................... 44

Checking the battery level......................... 45

Battery-low warning .................................. 45

Traveling with your computer 46

Disconnecting from the desktop ............ 46

Moving around ....................................... 46

Preparing the computer ............................ 46

What to bring to meetings ......................... 47

Taking the computer home .................... 47

Preparing the computer ............................ 47

What to take with you................................ 47

Special considerations .............................. 48

Setting up a home office ........................... 48

Traveling with the computer................... 48

Preparing the computer ............................ 49

What to take with you................................ 49

Special considerations .............................. 49

Traveling internationally......................... 49

Preparing the computer ............................ 49

What to bring with you .............................. 49

Special considerations .............................. 50

Universal Serial Bus (USB) 52

USB Type-C port 53

SD card reader 54

Video and audio connectors 55

Connecting a monitor............................. 55

Headphones and microphone................ 55

HDMI 56

Frequently asked questions 58

Requesting service ................................ 60

Tips and hints for using Windows 10 ..... 61

How do I get to Start? ............................... 61

How do I turn off my computer?................ 61

How do I unlock my computer?................. 61

How do I set the alarm? ............................ 63

Where are my apps?................................. 64

What is a Microsoft ID (account)?............. 64

How do I check for Windows updates?..... 65

Where can I get more information?........... 65

Troubleshooting ..................................... 66

Troubleshooting tips.................................. 66

Error messages......................................... 66

Internet and online security 68

First steps on the net ............................. 68

Protecting your computer.......................... 68

Choose an Internet Service Provider ........ 68

Network connections................................. 70

Surf the Net!.............................................. 71

Internet security software.......................... 71

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Brand	Acer
Model	Swift SF314-58G
Category	Laptops
File type	PDF
File size	5.27 MB

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Is it necessary to drain my lithium-ion battery before recharging it again? Verified

No, this is not necessary. With older batteries this was the case. Lithium-ion batteries can be charged after use and be taken off the charger when needed.

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I spilled liquid on the trackpad of my laptop, what should I do? Verified

In any case directly switch off the laptop! Only in the case of small amounts of water it is possible that the trackpad, after having dried, will function unchanged.

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Can I clean the ventilation exhaust of my laptop with a vacuum cleaner? Verified

No, a regular vacuum cleaner is too powerful. Use a damp cloth to clean the exhaust or suck away the dust with a hand vacuum.

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What is the best way to clean my keyboard Verified

Never insert objects between the edges of the keys, as this will mainly push dirt in and damage the keyboard. It is best to clean the keyboard with compressed air while keeping the keyboard upside down. The top of the keys can be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth.

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What does HDMI stand for? Verified

HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. HDMI is a connection to send high quality video and audio from one device to another.

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How much are kilobyte, megabyte, gigabyte and terabyte? Verified

One kilobyte consists of 1000 bytes. 1 megabyte = 1000 kilobyte. 1 gigabyte = 1000 megabyte. 1 terabyte = 1000 gigabyte.

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What is the best way to store a lithium-ion battery for a long period? Verified

The best way to store a lithium-ion battery is at a temperature between 5 and 45 degrees Celcius. It's also a good idea make sure the battery is about 67% charged before it is stored away.

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Under what conditions will my lithium-ion battery function optimally? Verified

Lithium-ion batteries function optimally at a temperature between 5 and 45 degrees Celcius. With very cold or warm weather you may notice that the battery will drain quicker. Charging is not recommended at temperatures lower than 5 or higher than 45 degrees Celcius.

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Does bluetooth work through walls and ceilings? Verified

A bluetooth signal will work through walls and ceiling, unless these are made from metal. Depending on the thickness and the material of the wall the signal can lose in strength.

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What can I best use to clean the screen of my mobile device? Verified

It's best to use a microfiber cloth, possibly with a specialized detergent. Never use kitchen towels or other paper cloths, these will leave scratches!

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