Acer G3-571-77QK User Manual

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CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET
This chapter includes general information on types of 
connections, and getting connected to the internet. For 
detailed information, please refer to  Network connections 
on page 91 . 
Your computer’s built-in network features make it easy for 
you to connect your computer to the internet.
First though, in order to connec t to the internet from home, 
you’ll need to sign up for in ternet services from an ISP 
(Internet Service Provider) --...

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Predator notebook computers feature an Airplane mode
hotkey that turns the network connection on or off. You can 
use the network management options to turn your wireless 
network on/off or control what is shared over the network.
To connect to a wireless ne twork, please follow the steps 
below.
1. Ensure you have a wirele ss router/access point and 
current internet connection through the ISP of your 
choice. Make a note of the wireless network’s name and 
password (if...

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4. Select Network & internet .
5. Make sure Wi-Fi is  On and select Show available 
networks.
6. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select  the one you wish to use. 

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7. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect.
8. If required, enter the network’s password. 

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Connecting with a cable
Built-in network feature
If your computer has a network port, plug one end of a 
network cable into the network  port on your computer, and 
the other end into a port on your  router (refer to the image 
below.) Then, you'll be ready to get online.
Connecting to a cellular network
If your computer has a SIM slot, you can connect to the 
internet using a cellular phone ne twork. To do this, you must 
have a compatible SIM card and a data contract...

36 - PredatorSense
PREDATORSENSE
PredatorSense 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 
you to turn off sticky keys and the Windows/Menu keys.
The  PredatorSense main screen
The main screen gives you a on e-glance overview of your 
computer’s current status, including the GPU frequency, 
temperatures, and fan speeds.  The screen provides fan 
control and overclocking options to...

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Overclocking
The GPU in your computer supports 
overclocking; you may use PredatorSense to 
boost graphics performa nce. Three levels are 
available:  Normal (no overclocking),  Faster and 
Turbo .
If the AC adapter is disconnected or if the battery charge is 
lower than 30%, overclocking options will be disabled until 
the AC adapter is reconnected and battery charge is over 
30%.   
Fa n  C o n t r o l
You may adjust the performance of the fans 
cooling your computer’s CPU and GPU....

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If you select Custom, then you will see two sliders that 
allow you to set CPU and GPU cooling independently.
CoolBoost™
Turn CoolBoost™ on to increase the maximum fan speed, 
enabling even faster fan sp eeds and increased cooling 
during heavy use.
PredatorSense settings
Click the  Settings icon to change settings for your Predator 
computer. You can disable the Windows and Menu keys, and 
also the sticky keys feature.
An additional setting allows you to change reported 
temperature...

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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, Search for ’Predator Quick 
Access’ in the Start Menu. From here you can toggle 
Bluelight Shield on or off, and you can choose from four 
different modes to fit your needs:
      
No.ItemDescription
1 Low
Reduction Reduces blue light emission from the LED 
backlit screen by 10% to 25% for basic 
protection.
2 Medium
Reduction...

Keeping your computer and data safe...
In this section you will find:
• How to secure your computer
• Setting passwords
• What you need to prepare when you’re traveling
• How to get the most out of your battery