Acer Aspire E 15 E5-575-33BM User Manual

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How do I make an app appear on my taskbar?
If youre in All apps and you want to make an app appear on the 
taskbar, right-click a tile  to select it and open the Customize menu. 
Select Pin to taskbar.
How do I install apps?
You can download Windows Store apps from Store. You will need to 
have a Microsoft ID to purchase and download apps from Store. 
I cant find apps like Notepad and Paint! Where are they?
Move your cursor to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and...

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sign in to your favorite websites. When you sign in to your PC with a 
Microsoft account, youll connect your PC to the people, files, and 
devices you care about.
Do I need one?
You do not need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 8.1, but it makes life 
easier because you can sync data across different machines you sign 
in to using a Microsoft ID. 
How do I get one?
If youve already installed Windows 8.1 and didnt sign in with a 
Microsoft account or you dont have a Microsoft...

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Troubleshooting
This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems.  
Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to 
more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not 
attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or 
authorized service center for assistance.
Troubleshooting tips
This computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers 
onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems.
If the system...

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If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective 
measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center 
for assistance.Keyboard error or no 
keyboard connectedContact your dealer or an authorized service 
center.
Keyboard interface 
errorContact your dealer or an authorized service 
center.
Memory size 
mismatchPress  (during POST) to enter the BIOS 
utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to 
reboot.
Error messagesCorrective action 

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INTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITY
First steps on the net
Protecting your computer
It is vital to protect your computer from viruses and attacks over the 
Internet (see Security on page 79). A comprehensive Internet 
security program is offered when you first start your computer. You 
should activate this protection as soon as possible, certainly before 
you connect to the Internet.
Choose an Internet Service Provider
Using the Internet has become a natural part of daily...

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Internet as the connection speed is low and connection time is 
typically charged per hour. 
DSL (e.g. ADSL)
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is an ‘always-on’ connection that runs 
over the phone line. As DSL and phone do not use the same 
frequencies, you can use your telephone at the same time you are 
connected to the Internet (this requires a ‘micro-filter’ on each 
telephone socket to avoid interference). To be eligible for DSL, you 
must be located near an...

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Network connections
A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, 
within an office building or home) that share a common 
communications line and resources. When you set up a network, you 
can share files, peripheral devices (such as a printer) and an Internet 
connection. You can set up a LAN using wired technologies (such as 
Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). 
Wireless networks
A wireless LAN or WLAN is a wireless...

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services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access 
point/router for detailed setup instructions.
Network cable (RJ45)
A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect the host 
computer to the access point (see illustration below); this type of cable 
may also be used to connect peripheral devices to the access point.
Wireless adapter
An internal wireless adapter is normally already installed in your 
computer. A button or controls in...

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Surf the Net!
To surf the Internet, you need a program called an 
Internet browser. Internet Explorer provides an easy 
and secure web browsing experience. As soon as you 
have your Internet access installed and you are 
connected, from Start, click the Internet Explorer tile or 
the icon located on the desktop and take your Internet 
experience to a new level!
Acer website
To get you started why not visit our website, www.acer.com.
Acer is dedicated to provide you with...

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computer in various ways, using up resources or clogging up a 
network.
What is spyware?
Spyware refers to generally unwanted programs that are downloaded 
onto your computer while connected to the Internet, often without you 
knowing it. Once it has infected your computer, it can snoop on your 
browsing activity, collect personal information, cause pop-up ads to 
appear, or even change the configuration of your computer. Spyware 
consumes resources on your computer; it...