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TABLE OF CONTENTS

First things first 6

Your guides ............................................. 6

Basic care and tips for using your

computer.................................................. 6

Turning your computer off........................... 6

Taking care of your computer ..................... 7

Taking care of your AC adapter .................. 8

Cleaning and servicing................................ 8

Your Acer notebook tour 9

Screen view ............................................. 9

Keyboard view ....................................... 10

Left view ................................................ 11

USB Type-C information ........................... 11

USB 3.2 Gen 1 information ....................... 12

Right view ............................................ 13

Rear view............................................... 13

Base view .............................................. 14

Using the keyboard 15

Lock keys.............................................. 15

Special keys .......................................... 15

Hotkeys.................................................. 16

Windows keys........................................ 16

Using the Precision Touchpad 17

Touchpad gestures................................ 17

Changing touchpad settings .................. 19

Recovery 20

Creating a factory default backup.......... 20

Backing up your wireless and LAN

drivers.................................................... 24

Restoring your computer ....................... 24

Reset this PC and keep my files ............... 25

Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 26

Using a Bluetooth connection 30

Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 30

Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 30

Connecting to the Internet 32

Connecting to a wireless network.......... 32

Connecting to a wireless LAN................... 32

Connecting with a cable ........................ 35

Built-in network feature ............................. 35

Connecting to a cellular network ........... 35

Bluelight Shield 37

Acer ProShield 39

Overview................................................ 39

Setting up Acer ProShield ..................... 39

Personal Secure Drive .............................. 41

Credential Manager ............................... 41

Data Protection ...................................... 42

Data Removal ........................................ 43

Securing your computer 44

Using a computer security lock.............. 44

Using passwords ................................... 44

Entering passwords .................................. 45

BIOS utility 46

Boot sequence....................................... 46

Setting passwords ................................. 46

Power management 47

Saving power ......................................... 47

Battery pack 49

Battery characteristics ........................... 49

Charging the battery ................................. 49

Optimizing battery life ............................... 50

Checking the battery level......................... 51

Battery-low warning .................................. 51

Traveling with your computer 52

Disconnecting from the desktop ............ 52

Moving around ....................................... 52

Preparing the computer ............................ 52

What to bring to meetings ......................... 53

Taking the computer home .................... 53

Preparing the computer ............................ 53

What to take with you................................ 53

Special considerations .............................. 54

Setting up a home office ........................... 54

Traveling with the computer................... 54

Preparing the computer ............................ 55

What to take with you................................ 55

Special considerations .............................. 55

Traveling internationally......................... 55

Preparing the computer ............................ 55

What to bring with you .............................. 55

Special considerations .............................. 56

Universal Serial Bus (USB) 58

USB Type-C port 59

MicroSD card reader 60

Video and audio connectors 61

Connecting a monitor............................. 61

Headphones and microphone................ 61

HDMI 62

Frequently asked questions 64

Requesting service ................................ 66

Tips and hints for using Windows 10 ..... 67

How do I get to Start? ............................... 67

How do I turn off my computer?................ 67

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One thing this computer does not have a pencil on the side??? If so, how do I get it out and how do I use it?

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Brand	Acer
Model	TravelMate B311-31
Category	Laptops
File type	PDF
File size	6.21 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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