Acer G3-571-77QK User Manual

Securing your computer - 41
SECURING YOUR COMPUTER
Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to 
take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your 
computer.
Security features include hardware and software locks — a 
security notch and passwords.
Using a computer security lock
The computer comes with a computer security slot for a 
security lock.
Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable 
object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert 
the lock into the notch...

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password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from 
Hibernation (if available) for maximum security.
Entering passwords
When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the 
center of the display screen.
• When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears 
when you enter the BIOS utility.
• Type the Supervisor Password and press  Enter to access 
the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a 
warning message appears. Try again and press  Enter.
• When the...

BIOS utility - 43
BIOS UTILITY
The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built 
into your computer's BIOS.
Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, 
and you do not normally need to run this utility. However, if 
you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run 
it.
To activate the BIOS utility, press  F2 while the computer 
logo is being displayed.
Boot sequence
To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the 
BIOS utility, then select  Boot from the...

44 - Power management
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 startu p 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 . 

46 - Battery pack
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 co mputer. 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 hasn't been used for a long time. 
The battery conditioning pr ocess 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 shor ten the effective lifespan of 
the battery.
In addition, the useful lifespan  of the...

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• Excessive recharging decreases the battery life.
• Look after your AC adapter and battery. 
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 battery's 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...

Traveling with your computer - 49
TRAVELING WITH YOUR 
COMPUTER
This section gives you tips and hints to consider when 
moving around or traveling with your computer.
Disconnecting from the desktop
Follow these steps to discon nect your computer from 
external accessories:
1. Save any open files.
2. Remove discs from optical drive.
3. Shut down the computer or pu t it into Sleep or Hibernate 
mode.
4. Close the display cover.
5. Disconnect the cord  from the AC adapter.
6. Disconnect the keyboard,...

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Press the Windows key  + C, click  Settings  > Power  then click 
Shut Down
Or:
You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing the 
Sleep hotkey or by closing the display.
When you are ready to use the computer again, open the 
display and, if necessary, press and release the power 
button.
What to bring to meetings
If your meeting is relatively sh ort, you probably do not need 
to bring anything with you ot her than your computer. If 
your meeting will be longer, or...