Acer G3-571-77QK User Manual
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2 - © 2017. All Rights Reserved. Predator Helios 300 Covers: G3-571 / G3-572 / G3-573 / PH317-51 Th is revision: May 2017 Sign up for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefits Open the Acer Portal app to sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already have an Acer ID. There are three great reasons for you to get an Acer ID: • Create your own connected world. • Get the latest offers and product information. • Register your device for quick, personalized customer support. For more information, please visit the Acer BYOC website: www.acer.com/byoc-start Model number: ___________________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________________ Date of purchase: _______________________________________ Place of purchase: ______________________________________ Important This manual contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright laws. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Images provided herein are for reference only and may contain in formation or features that do not apply to your computer. Acer Group shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual.
Table of contents - 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS First things first 6 Your guides .................................................... 6 Basic care and ti ps for using your computer........................................................... 7 Turning your computer off ....................... 7 Taking care of your computer ................ 7 Taking care of your AC adapter ............ 8 Cleaning and servicing ................................ 8 Your Predator notebook tour 9 Screen view .................................................... 9 Ke yboard view ............................................ 10 Left view ......................................................... 11 USB Type-C information ......................... 11 USB 3.0 information .................................. 11 Right view .................................................... 12 Rear view ....................................................... 12 Base view ...................................................... 13 Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys ...................................................... 14 Hotkeys ............................................................. 14Windows keys............................................. 16 Using the Precision Touchpad 17 Touchpad gestures.................................. 17 Ch anging touchpad settings .............. 18 Recovery 21 Creating a factory default backup . 21 Ba cking up your wireless and LAN drivers ............................................................ 24 Restoring your computer ................... 24 Reset this PC and keep my files ....... 24 Reset this PC and remove everything 26 Using a Bluetooth connection 28 Enabling and disabling Bluetooth . 28 Enable Bluetooth and add a device 28 Connecting to the Internet 31 Connecting to a wireless network .. 31 Connecting to a wireless LAN ............. 31Connecting with a cable....................... 35Built-in network feature ......................... 35Connecting to a cellular network ... 35 PredatorSense 36 The PredatorSense main screen ... 36 Overclocking ................................................... 37 Fan Control ..................................................... 37 PredatorSense settings ......................... 38 Bluelight Shield 39 Securing your computer 41 Using a computer security lock....... 41 Us ing passwords ...................................... 41 Entering passwords .................................. 42 BIOS utility 43 Boot sequence .......................................... 43 Setting pass words .................................. 43 Power management 44 Saving power.............................................. 44 Battery pack 46 Battery characteristics ........................ 46 Charging the battery................................ 46 Optimizing battery life.............................. 47 Checking the battery level .................... 48 Battery-low warning ................................ 48 Traveling with your computer 49 Disconnecting from the desktop .... 49 Moving around .......................................... 49 Preparing the computer ......................... 49 What to bring to meetings.................... 50 Taking the computer home................ 50Preparing the computer ......................... 50 What to take with you .............................. 51 Special considerations ............................. 51 Setting up a home office......................... 51 Traveling with the computer ............ 52Preparing the computer .......................... 52 What to take with you .............................. 52 Special considerations ............................. 52 Traveling internationally ..................... 53Preparing the computer .......................... 53 What to bring with you ............................ 53 Special considerations ............................. 53 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 56 USB Type-C port 57 SD card reader 58 Video and audio connectors 59 Connecting a monitor............................ 59 Hea dphones and microphone .......... 59 HDMI 60 Frequently asked questions 62 Requesting service ................................. 64 Ti ps and hints for using Windows 10 ...................................................................... 66 How do I get to Start?............................ 66
4 - Table of contents How do I turn off my computer? ..... 66 How do I unlock my computer? ......... 67 How do I set the alarm? ........................ 68 Where are my apps? ................................ 69 What is a Microsoft ID (account)? ... 70 How do I check for Windows updates? ........................................................... 70 Where can I get more information? . 71 Troubleshooting ........................................ 72 Troubleshooting tips ................................. 72 Error messages ............................................ 72 Internet and online security 74 First steps on the net ............................ 74 Protecting your computer ..................... 74 Choose an Internet Service Provider 74 Network connections ................................ 76 Surf the Net! .................................................. 78 Internet security software .................... 78
Getting started... In this section you will find: • Useful information on caring for your computer and your health • Where to find the power button, ports and connectors • Tips and tricks for using the touchpad and keyboard • How to create recovery backups • Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth • Information on using Predator’s bundled software
6 - First things first FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to thank you for making this Predator notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Yo u r g u i d e s To help you use your Predator notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer. The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer. For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive, please refer to the User’s Manual . This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. Once you have connected to the internet, you can download updates for your computer from: http://go.acer.com/?id=17883 1. The link will open the Pr edator Service & Support webpage. 2. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or product model. 3. From this page you can also download and install the Predator identification utility that will automatically detect your computer’s serial number and SNID and allow you to copy it to the clipboard. 4. Once you have found your product model, any updates, or documents will be listed.
First things first - 7 Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer off To turn the power off, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button , select Power > Shut down . •Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Shut down . If you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don’t want to completely shut it down, you can put it to Sleep by doing any of the following: • Press the power button. • Press the sleep hotkey. •Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button , select Power > Sleep. •Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out > Sleep . Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it. • Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer-approved adapter to power your device. • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0º C (32º F) or above 50º C (122º F). • Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields. Note If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for up to ten seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.
8 - First things first • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. • Never place objects on top of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you close it. • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Route the power cord and any cables away from where people walk. • When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. • The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere ra ting of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, th e total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If your computer is dropped or visibly damaged, or does not work normally, please contac t your nearest authorized Predator service center.
Your Predator notebook tour - 9 YOUR PREDATOR NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Predator computer. Screen view 1 3 2 #IconItemDescription 1 Webcam Web camera for video comm uni cation. A light next to the webcam indic at es that the webcam is active. 2 Microphones Internal stereo digital m i crophones for sound recording. 3 Screen Displays computer output.
10 - Your Predator notebook tour Keyboard view 2 1 3 #IconItemDescription 1 Keyboard For entering data into your comp ut er. See "Using the keyboard" on page 14 . 2 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device. The touchpad and selection but t ons form a single surface. Press down firmly on the touchpad surface to perform a left click. Press down firmly on the lower right corner to perform a right click. 3 Power button Turns the computer on and off.