Acer Aspire Switch 10 User Manual

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UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB)
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), or any other compatible device.
You can also charge devices such as tablets, smartphones, or other 
devices through a USB port. Some USB 3.0 ports support charging 
devices when the computer is in Hibernate or turned off. Additionally, 
you can use a USB hub to connect multiple devices...

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MICRO USB
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is a high-speed serial bus which 
allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up system 
resources.
The Micro USB port provides a compact port that is compatible with 
USB 2.0 devices. 
Note
A Micro USB-to-USB adapter is needed to connect to USB devices that use 
a full-sized connector. The adapter is only included with some models. If your 
computer is not supplied with one, you will need to purchase one separately. 

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Got a question?
In this section you will find:
• Frequently asked questions
• Tips for using Windows 8.1
• Troubleshooting information
• How to protect yourself while online
• Where to find Acer service center contact information 

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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, but the computer does not start or boot up.
Look at the power indicator:
• If it is not lit, no power is being supplied to the computer. Check the 
following:
• If you are using on the battery, it may be low and unable to power 
the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery...

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• The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker) 
icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the icon and deselect the 
Mute all option.
• The volume level may be too low. Check the volume from the 
volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. You can also use the 
volume control buttons to adjust the volume.
• If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to 
the headphone jack on the computer, the internal speakers 
automatically turn...

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2. Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.
3. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reboot.
For more information, see Recovering your system on page 24.
Requesting service
International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty 
(ITW) that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling. An 
ITW passport came with your computer and contains all you need to 
know about the ITW program. A list...

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Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1
We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting 
used to, so weve created a few pointers to help you get started.
How do I get to Start?
Press the Windows key; tap the Start button on the desktop taskbar; 
or swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap the Start
charm.
Where’s the Start button?
The Start button will appear in the desktop taskbar. Tapping it will 
open Start where you can launch apps.
How...

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Can I boot directly to the desktop?
Yes, you can, just follow these steps:
1. Go to the desktop.
2. Tap and hold the taskbar until you see the square outline. Select 
Properties from the menu that opens when you remove your finger.
3. From the Navigation tab, check Go to the desktop instead of Start 
when I sign in.
How do I jump between apps?
Swipe the left-hand edge of the screen inwards to cycle through apps 
that are currently running.
How do I turn off my computer?...

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Can I personalize the Lock screen?
You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a 
slideshow of images, or to show you quick status and notifications to 
suit your personal needs.
To change the background, swipe the right-hand edge of the screen 
inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > PC and devices
> Lock screen. From here you can:
• Select a background image for the lock screen
• Turn the Slide show on or off
• Select lock screen apps.
How...

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Can I make tiles bigger or smaller?
Swipe upwards from bottom of the screen and tap Customize, tap the 
tile(s) you wish to resize and tap Resize. Select a size from the menu 
that appears.
How do I close an app?
Swipe the window downwards from the top to the bottom of the 
screen. You need to swipe the window past the half-way point of the 
screen.
Can I change the screen resolution?
Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search, tap 
the text box to open...