User manual
Table Of Contents
- First things first
 - Your Acer computer tour
 - Using the keyboard
 - Touchpad
 - Recovery
 - Connecting to the Internet
 - Using a Bluetooth connection
 - Acer Bluelight Shield
 - BIOS utility
 - Securing your computer
 - Power management
 - Battery pack
 - Memory card reader
 - Video and audio connectors
 - HDMI Micro
 - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
 - Micro USB
 - Frequently asked questions
- Requesting service
 - Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1
- How do I get to Start?
 - What are "Charms?"
 - Can I boot directly to the desktop?
 - How do I jump between apps?
 - How do I turn off my computer?
 - How do I unlock my computer?
 - How do I set the alarm?
 - Where are my apps?
 - What is a Microsoft ID (account)?
 - How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer?
 - How do I check for Windows updates?
 - Where can I get more information?
 
 - Troubleshooting
 
 - Internet and online security
 
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HDMI Micro  50
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Frequently asked questions  54
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