Acer G3-572-50S0 (NH.Q2CEK.003) user manual

Contents

1. First things firstp. 6

   We would like to thank you for making this Predator notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Predator…

2. Your Predator notebook tourp. 9

   YOUR PREDATOR NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Predator computer. Screen view 1…

3. Using the keyboardp. 14

   The keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys…

4. Using the Precision Touchpadp. 17

   USING THE PRECISION TOUCHPAD The touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide your finger across the touchpad, the cursor will follow…

5. Recoveryp. 21

   RECOVERY If you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? on page 61) do not help, you can recover your…

6. Using a Bluetooth connectionp. 28

   Bluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of devices. Bluetooth-enabled devices…

7. Connecting to the Internetp. 31

   CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET This chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connected to the internet. For detailed information…

8. PredatorSensep. 36

   helps you to gain the edge in your games by allowing you to overclock processors and control cooling. Additional settings increase your key control by allowing…

9. Bluelight Shieldp. 39

   BLUELIGHT SHIELD The Bluelight Shield can be enabled to reduce blue-light emissions from the screen to protect your eyes. To configure the Bluelight Shield…

10. Securing your computerp. 41

    SECURING YOUR COMPUTER Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Security…

11. BIOS utilityp. 43

    BIOS UTILITY The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized…

12. Power managementp. 44

    This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following…

13. Battery packp. 46

    The computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges. Battery characteristics The battery is recharged whenever you connect…

14. Traveling with your computerp. 49

    TRAVELING WITH YOUR COMPUTER This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting from the…

15. Universal Serial Bus (USB)p. 56

    The USB port is a high-speed port which allows you to connect USB peripherals, such as a mouse, an external keyboard, additional storage (external hard disks)…

16. USB Type-C portp. 57

    USB TYPE-C PORT A USB Type-C port is a connector that allows you to easily connect USB Type-C peripherals, such as additional storage (e.g. an external drive)…

17. SD card readerp. 58

    SD (Secure Digital) cards are used in a wide selection of digital cameras, tablets, media players and cellular phones. Inserting an SD card 1. Align the card…

18. Video and audio connectorsp. 59

    VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Add an external monitor to your computer via a video port. The type of port available depends on your computer’s configuration.…

19. HDMIp. 60

    (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a highquality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible digital audio/video source…

20. Frequently asked questionsp. 62

    The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one. I turned on the power…

21. Internet and online securityp. 74

    First steps on the net Protecting your computer It is vital to protect your computer from viruses and attacks over the internet (see Internet security software…