Acer Aspire Switch 10 User Manual

Power management - 41
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, the computer stops some or all 
of these devices in order to conserve energy.
Saving power
Disable Fast startup
Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly,...

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5. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 
6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 
7. Select Save changes. 

Battery pack - 43
BATTERY PACK
The computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long 
use between charges.
Battery characteristics
The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the 
AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to 
recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer. 
However, recharging with the computer turned off significantly 
reduces charge time.
The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power 
failure....

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Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and 
discharged three times.
Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery 
hasnt been used for a long time. 
The battery conditioning process ensures your battery accepts the 
maximum possible charge. Failure to follow this procedure will prevent 
you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will also shorten 
the effective lifespan of the battery.
In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is...

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Checking the battery level
The power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor 
over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the batterys present 
charge level.
Battery-low warning
When using battery power pay attention to the power meter.
When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of 
action depends on your situation:
Important
Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low 
warning appears. Data may be lost if the battery is...

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Ports and connectors...
In this section you will find:
• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer 

Memory card reader - 47
MEMORY CARD READER
Connectivity options
Your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that allow you 
to connect peripheral devices to your computer. For instructions on 
how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the 
following section.
Memory card reader
Memory cards are used in a wide selection of digital 
cameras, PDAs, MP3 players and mobile phones. 
Inserting a memory card
1. Align the card so that the connector points towards the port, with the...

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(2 TB). Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card 
reader.
Removing a card from a memory card reader
1. Click on Show hidden icons
arrow in the Notification Area (next 
to the clock).
2. Click on the Safely Remove 
Hardware icon.
3. Click on Eject SD Card (or the 
name of the device).
4. Wait until a Safe to Remove 
Hardware message is displayed.
5. Remove the card.
Note
SDXC memory cards can only be used in an SDXC-compatible reader; SD 
and SDHC cards can be used in...

Video and audio connectors - 49
VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS
Connect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection 
supported depends on your computer’s configuration). The 
appropriate cable is usually included with the monitor. 
Follow these steps to connect an monitor to your computer:
1. Check that the computer is powered off and the monitor power 
switch is turned off.
2. Attach the video cable to the monitor port on the computer. Secure 
the cable connection with the screws provided.
3....

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HDMI MICRO
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital 
audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible 
digital audio/video source, such as your computer, a set-top box, DVD 
player, and audio/video receiver to any compatible digital audio and/or 
video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV) with a single cable.
The single cable keeps everything neat and tidy while ensuring easy 
connection and the best audio and visual quality.
HDMI Micro...