Acer Aspire 3810tz Service Guide

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Hot Keys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computers controls like screen 
brightness and volume output.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the  key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Special Key
You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper-center of your keyboard. To type:
HotkeyIconFunctionDescription
 +  System property Starts System Property for displaying system 
information. 
 +  Bluetooth Enables/disables...

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The Euro symbol
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
2.Hold  and then press the symbol at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/
typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
The US dollar sign
1.Open a text editor or word processor.
2.Hold  and then press the  key at the upper-center of the keyboard.
NOTE:  This function varies by the operating system version. 

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Using the system utilities
Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)
NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.
To enable the dual display feature of your notebook, first ensure that a second display is connected, then, 
open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and 
selecting Personalize. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box 
Extend the desktop onto this monitor....

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3.Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.
NOTE: Please ensure that the resolution setting of the second monitor is set to the manufacturers 
recommended value.
Acer Backup Manager
NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.
Acer Backup Manager is a simple three-step process that allows you to create backup copies of your entire 
system or selected files and folders according to a schedule or as you need to.
To start Acer Backup Manager, press the Acer Backup Manager key...

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If you wish to change your settings at any time, run Acer Backup Manager from the Start menu and go 
through the steps outlined above.
Power management
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 devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected 
to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), 
the...

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This chapter will guide you through each process. 
NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc 
burner, plug in an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for 
optical disc-related tasks.
To use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Management, you must first set the password. The 
password is set by launching Acer eRecovery Management and clicking Settings.
Burn backup discs
From the...

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NOTE: Create a factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disc that contains your computers 
entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory. If you wish to have a disc that will 
allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications, create a drivers and 
application backup instead — this disc will not be bootable.
Restore
The restore feature allows you to restore or recover the system from a factory default image or from previously...

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10.Remove the recovery disc from the optical drive once the restore is complete. Do this before rebooting 
your computer.
NOTE: 
This feature is only available on certain models.
If you prefer to set the boot priority for long-term use, you should select the Boot submenu.
1.Turn on your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. Restart your 
computer.
2.During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set...

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NOTE: While watching videos, optical discs or slideshows, your screensaver and power-saving features are 
unavailable.
NOTE: For more detailed information on the features of Acer Arcade, please refer to the Arcade Help menu. 
This can be accessed from the Arcade home page by selecting Help.
General controls
When watching video clips, movies or slideshows using full-screen resolution, two pop-up control panels are 
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Clicking the stop button will stop the movie playback, and return you to the Cinema main screen. At the bottom 
of the screen are buttons that allow you to resume the movie from the point it was stopped, restart the movie 
from the beginning or eject the disk.
Videos:
Click Videos to watch a video clip stored on your hard drive.
NOTE: The Video feature is designed to play back many different kinds of video formats. Refer to the Video 
help section for a full list of compatible formats. If you...