Acer TravelMate P6 Series Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Acer TravelMate P6 Series. We have 7 Acer TravelMate P6 Series manuals available for free PDF download: User Manual, Owner's Manual, Lifecycle Extension Manual

Acer TravelMate P6 Series User Manual (99 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 8.06 MB

Table of Contents
3
First Things First
6
Your Guides
6
Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
6
Turning Your Computer on and off
6
Taking Care of Your Computer
7
Taking Care of Your AC Adapter
7
Taking Care of Your Battery Pack
8
Cleaning and Servicing
8
Your Acer Notebook Tour
9
Screen View
9
Keyboard View
10
Left View
11
Information on USB 3.0
12
Right View
12
Base View
13
Using the Keyboard
15
Lock Keys
15
Hotkeys
15
Windows Keys
16
Touchpad
18
Touchpad Basics
18
Touchpad Gestures
18
Recovery
20
Creating a Recovery Backup
20
Creating a Drivers and Applications Backup
22
Recovering Your System
24
Reinstalling Drivers and Applications
25
Returning to an Earlier System Snapshot
27
Returning Your System to Its Factory Condition
28
Recovering from Windows
28
Recovering from a Recovery Backup
31
Changing to Windows 8.1
34
Changing to Windows 7
35
Changing BIOS Settings
36
Changing between Windows 7 and 8.1 During Startup
38
Connecting to the Internet
39
Connecting with a Cable
39
Built-In Network Feature
39
Connecting Wirelessly
40
Connecting to a Wireless LAN
40
Connecting to a 3G Network
41
42 - Using a Bluetooth Connection
42
Enabling and Disabling Bluetooth
42
Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8.1
42
Adding a Bluetooth Device
43
Near Field Communication (NFC)
46
Enabling NFC on Your Computer
46
Sending Your Contact Information
46
Receiving Information with NFC
47
Contact Pickup
48
Sending Your Contact Information
48
Acer Proshield
50
Overview
50
Setting up Acer Proshield
50
Personal Secure Drive
52
Credential Manager
53
Fingerprint Registration
53
Data Protection
54
Data Removal
54
BIOS Utility
55
Boot Sequence
55
Setting Passwords
55
Securing Your Computer
56
Using a Computer Security Lock
56
Using Passwords
56
Entering Passwords
57
Power Management
58
Saving Power
58
Battery Pack
60
Battery Characteristics
60
Charging the Battery
60
Optimizing Battery Life
61
Checking the Battery Level
62
Battery-Low Warning
62
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
63
Traveling with Your Computer
64
Disconnecting from the Desktop
64
Moving Around
64
Preparing the Computer
64
What to Bring to Meetings
65
Taking the Computer Home
65
Preparing the Computer
65
What to Take with You
66
Special Considerations
66
Setting up a Home Office
66
Traveling with the Computer
67
Preparing the Computer
67
What to Take with You
67
Special Considerations
67
Traveling Internationally with the Computer
67
Preparing the Computer
68
What to Bring with You
68
Special Considerations
68
Memory Card Reader
70
Connectivity Options
70
72 - Video and Audio Connectors
72
Hdmi
73
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
74
Frequently Asked Questions
76
Requesting Service
78
Tips and Hints for Using Windows 8.1
80
How Do I Get to Start
80
What Are "Charms
80
Can I Boot Directly to the Desktop
81
How Do I Jump between Apps
81
How Do I Turn off My Computer
81
How Do I Unlock My Computer
81
How Do I Personalize My Computer
82
Where Are My Apps
84
What Is a Microsoft ID (Account)
85
How Do I Add a Favorite to Internet Explorer
86
How Do I Check for Windows Updates
86
Where Can I Get more Information
86
Troubleshooting
87
Troubleshooting Tips
87
Error Messages
87
Internet and Online Security
89
First Steps on the Net
89
Protecting Your Computer
89
Choose an Internet Service Provider
89
Network Connections
91
Surf the Net
93
Security
93

Acer TravelMate P6 Series User Manual (90 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 7.7 MB

Table of Contents
3
First Things First
6
Your Guides
6
Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
6
Turning Your Computer off
6
Taking Care of Your Computer
7
Taking Care of Your AC Adapter
8
Cleaning and Servicing
8
Your Acer Notebook Tour
9
Screen View
9
Keyboard View
10
Left View
11
Right View
12
USB 3.1 Gen 1 Information
12
USB Type-C Information
13
Front View
13
Base View
14
Using the Keyboard
15
Lock Keys
15
Hotkeys
15
Using the Precision Touchpad
17
Touchpad Gestures
17
Changing Touchpad Settings
19
Recovery
20
Creating a Factory Default Backup
20
Backing up Your Wireless and LAN Drivers
22
Restoring Your Computer
22
Reset this PC and Keep My Files
23
Reset this PC and Remove Everything
24
Using a Bluetooth Connection
27
Enabling and Disabling Bluetooth
27
Enable Bluetooth and Add a Device
27
Connecting to the Internet
29
Connecting to a Wireless Network
29
Connecting to a Wireless LAN
29
Connecting with a Cable
32
Built-In Network Feature
32
Connecting to a Cellular Network
32
Near Field Communication
34
Bluelight Shield
35
Acer Proshield
37
Overview
37
Setting up Acer Proshield
37
Personal Secure Drive
39
Credential Manager
39
Data Protection
40
Data Removal
41
Securing Your Computer
42
Using a Computer Security Lock
42
Using Passwords
42
Entering Passwords
43
44 - Fingerprint Reader
44
How to Use the Fingerprint Reader
44
Face Recognition
49
How to Use the Face Recognition
49
BIOS Utility
53
Boot Sequence
53
Setting Passwords
53
Power Management
54
Saving Power
54
Battery Pack
56
Battery Characteristics
56
Charging the Battery
56
Optimizing Battery Life
57
Checking the Battery Level
58
Battery-Low Warning
58
Traveling with Your Computer
59
Disconnecting from the Desktop
59
Moving Around
59
Preparing the Computer
59
What to Bring to Meetings
60
Taking the Computer Home
60
Preparing the Computer
60
What to Take with You
61
Special Considerations
61
Setting up a Home Office
61
Traveling with the Computer
62
Preparing the Computer
62
What to Take with You
62
Special Considerations
62
Traveling Internationally
62
Preparing the Computer
63
What to Bring with You
63
Special Considerations
63
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
65
66 - USB Type-C Port
66
Thunderbolt 3 Port
67
Displays
67
68 - Microsd Card Reader
68
Video and Audio Connectors
69
Connecting a Monitor
69
Headphones and Microphone
69
Hdmi
70
Frequently Asked Questions
72
Requesting Service
74
Tips and Hints for Using Windows 10
75
How Do I Get to Start
75
How Do I Turn off My Computer
75
How Do I Unlock My Computer
75
How Do I Set the Alarm
77
Where Are My Apps
78
What Is a Microsoft ID (Account)
78
How Do I Check for Windows Updates
79
Where Can I Get more Information
79
Troubleshooting
80
Troubleshooting Tips
80
Error Messages
80
Internet and Online Security
82
First Steps on the Net
82
Protecting Your Computer
82
Choose an Internet Service Provider
82
Network Connections
84
Surf the Net
85
Internet Security Software
86

Acer TravelMate P6 Series User Manual (86 pages)

Aspire E1 Series 17" Notebook

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 6.02 MB

Sign up for Acer ID/Enable Remote Files
2
Table of Contents
3
Getting Started
5
First Things First

6
- Your Guides
  6
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  6
Your Acer Notebook Tour

9
- Screen View
  9
- Keyboard View
  10
- Front View
  11
- Left View
  12
  - Information on USB 3.0
    12
- Right View
  13
- Base View
  14
Using the Keyboard

15
- Lock Keys
  15
  - Hotkeys
    15
- Windows Keys
  15
  - Key Description
    16
  - Windows Keys
    16
Touchpad

17
- Touchpad Basics
  17
- Touchpad Gestures
  17
Recovery

19
Connecting to the Internet

34
- Connecting with a Cable
  34
  - Built-In Network Feature
    34
- Connecting Wirelessly
  35
  - Connecting to a Wireless LAN
    35
  - Connecting to a 3G Network
    36
Using a Bluetooth Connection

37
- Enabling and Disabling Bluetooth
  37
  - Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8.1
    37
- Adding a Bluetooth Device
  38
BIOS Utility

42
- Boot Sequence
  42
- Setting Passwords
  42
Securing Your Computer

43
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  43
- Using Passwords
  43
  - Entering Passwords
    44
Power Management

45
- Saving Power
  45
Battery Pack

47
- Battery Characteristics
  47
  - Charging the Battery
    47
  - Optimizing Battery Life
    48
  - Checking the Battery Level
    49
  - Battery-Low Warning
    49
Traveling with Your Computer

50
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  50
- Moving Around
  50
  - Preparing the Computer
    50
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    51
- Taking the Computer Home
  51
  - Preparing the Computer
    51
  - What to Take with You
    52
  - Special Considerations
    52
  - Setting up a Home Office
    52
- Traveling with the Computer
  52
  - Preparing the Computer
    53
  - What to Take with You
    53
  - Special Considerations
    53
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  53
  - What to Bring with You
    54
  - Special Considerations
    54
  - Ports and Connectors
    55
Memory Card Reader

56
- Connectivity Options
  56
58 - Video and Audio Connectors

58
Hdmi

59
Universal Serial Bus (USB)

60
Frequently Asked Questions

62
- Requesting Service
  64
- Tips and Hints for Using Windows 8.1
  66
- Troubleshooting
  73
  - Troubleshooting Tips
    73
  - Error Messages
    73
Internet and Online Security

75
- First Steps on the Net
  75
  - Protecting Your Computer
    75
  - Choose an Internet Service Provider
    75
  - Network Connections
    77
  - Surf the Net
    79
  - Security
    79
86 - Playing Blu-Ray or DVD Movies

86

Acer TravelMate P6 Series User Manual (82 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 5.93 MB

Register Your Acer Product
2
Manage Your Registered Products
2
Table of Contents
3
First Things First

6
- Your Guides
  6
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  7
Your Acer Notebook Tour

9
- Screen View
  9
- Keyboard View
  11
- Left View
  12
  - Information on USB 3.0
    12
- Right View
  14
- Base View
  15
Using the Keyboard

17
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  17
  - Hotkeys
    18
- Windows Keys
  19
Touchpad

20
- Touchpad Basics
  20
- Touchpad Gestures
  20
Recovery

22
Using a Bluetooth Connection

29
- Enabling and Disabling Bluetooth
  29
  - Enable Bluetooth and Add a Device
    29
Connecting to the Internet

31
Acer Proshield

37
- Overview
  37
- Setting up Acer Proshield
  37
  - Personal Secure Drive
    39
- Credential Manager
  40
  - Fingerprint Registration
    40
- Data Protection
  41
- Data Removal
  41
Securing Your Computer

42
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  42
- Using Passwords
  42
  - Entering Passwords
    43
BIOS Utility

44
- Boot Sequence
  44
- Setting Passwords
  44
Power Management

45
- Saving Power
  45
Battery Pack

47
- Battery Characteristics
  47
  - Charging the Battery
    47
  - Optimizing Battery Life
    48
  - Checking the Battery Level
    49
  - Battery-Low Warning
    49
Traveling with Your Computer

50
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  50
- Moving Around
  50
  - Preparing the Computer
    50
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    51
- Taking the Computer Home
  51
  - Preparing the Computer
    51
  - What to Take with You
    52
  - Special Considerations
    52
  - Setting up a Home Office
    52
- Traveling with the Computer
  53
  - Preparing the Computer
    53
  - What to Take with You
    53
  - Special Considerations
    53
- Traveling Internationally
  53
  - Preparing the Computer
    54
  - What to Bring with You
    54
  - Special Considerations
    54
Universal Serial Bus (USB)

56
Hdmi

57
Memory Card Reader

58
- Connectivity Options
  58
60 - Video and Audio Connectors

60
Frequently Asked Questions

62
- Requesting Service
  64
- Tips and Hints for Using Windows 10
  65
  - How Do I Get to Start
    65
  - How Do I Turn off My Computer
    65
  - How Do I Unlock My Computer
    65
  - How Do I Set the Alarm
    67
  - Where Are My Apps
    68
  - What Is a Microsoft ID (Account)
    68
  - How Do I Check for Windows Updates
    69
  - Where Can I Get more Information
    69
- Troubleshooting
  70
  - Troubleshooting Tips
    70
  - Error Messages
    70
Internet and Online Security

72
- First Steps on the Net
  72
  - Protecting Your Computer
    72
  - Choose an Internet Service Provider
    72
  - Network Connections
    74
  - Surf the Net
    76
  - Security
    76

Acer TravelMate P6 Series Owner's Manual (82 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 6.14 MB

Register Your Acer Product
2
Manage Your Registered Products
2
Table of Contents
3
First Things First
6
Your Guides
6
Basic Care and Tips 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 Acer Notebook Tour
9
Screen View
9
Keyboard View
11
Left View
12
Information on USB 3.0
12
Right View
13
Base View
14
Using the Keyboard
16
Lock Keys
16
Hotkeys
16
Windows Keys
18
Touchpad
19
Touchpad Basics
19
Touchpad Gestures
19
Recovery
21
Creating a Factory Default Backup
21
Backing 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
25
28 - Using a Bluetooth Connection
28
Enabling and Disabling Bluetooth
28
Enable Bluetooth and Add a Device
28
Connecting to the Internet
30
Connecting to a Wireless Network
30
Connecting to a Wireless LAN
30
Connecting with a Cable
34
Built-In Network Feature
34
Connecting to a Cellular Network
34
Acer Bluelight Shield
35
Acer Proshield
37
Overview
37
Setting up Acer Proshield
37
Personal Secure Drive
39
Credential Manager
40
Fingerprint Registration
40
Data Protection
41
Data Removal
41
Securing Your Computer
42
Using a Computer Security Lock
42
Using Passwords
42
Entering Passwords
43
BIOS Utility
44
Boot Sequence
44
Setting Passwords
44
Power Management
45
Saving Power
45
Battery Pack
47
Battery Characteristics
47
Charging the Battery
47
Optimizing Battery Life
48
Checking the Battery Level
49
Battery-Low Warning
49
Traveling with Your Computer
50
Disconnecting from the Desktop
50
Moving Around
50
Preparing the Computer
50
What to Bring to Meetings
51
Taking the Computer Home
51
Preparing the Computer
51
What to Take with You
52
Special Considerations
52
Setting up a Home Office
52
Traveling with the Computer
53
Preparing the Computer
53
What to Take with You
53
Special Considerations
53
Traveling Internationally
53
Preparing the Computer
54
What to Bring with You
54
Special Considerations
54
Memory Card Reader
56
Connectivity Options
56
58 - Video and Audio Connectors
58
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
59
Hdmi
60
Frequently Asked Questions
62
Requesting Service
64
Tips and Hints for Using Windows 10
65
How Do I Get to Start
65
How Do I Turn off My Computer
65
How Do I Unlock My Computer
65
How Do I Set the Alarm
67
Where Are My Apps
68
What Is a Microsoft ID (Account)
68
How Do I Check for Windows Updates
69
Where Can I Get more Information
69
Troubleshooting
70
Troubleshooting Tips
70
Error Messages
70
Internet and Online Security
72
First Steps on the Net
72
Protecting Your Computer
72
Choose an Internet Service Provider
72
Network Connections
74
Surf the Net
76
Security
76

Acer TravelMate P6 Series User Manual (87 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 5.77 MB

Table of Contents
3
First Things First
6
Your Guides
6
Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
6
Turning Your Computer off
6
Taking Care of Your Computer
7
Taking Care of Your AC Adapter
8
Cleaning and Servicing
8
Guidelines for Safe Battery Usage
9
Internal Battery
11
Your Acer Notebook Tour
12
Screen View
12
Keyboard View
14
Left View
15
Right View
16
USB 3.1 Gen 1 Information
16
USB Type-C Information
17
Front View
17
Base View
18
Using the Keyboard
19
Lock Keys
19
Hotkeys
19
The Windows os Desktop
21
Tips and Hints for Using Windows
22
Where Are My Apps
22
Can I Turn off Notifications
22
How Do I Check for Windows Updates
22
Where Can I Get more Information
22
Using the Precision Touchpad
23
Touchpad Gestures
23
Changing Touchpad Settings
25
Recovery
26
Creating a File History Backup
26
Backing up Your Wireless and LAN Drivers
29
Restoring Your Computer
29
Reset this PC and Keep My Files
29
Reset this PC and Remove Everything
33
36 - Using a Bluetooth Connection
36
Enabling and Disabling Bluetooth
36
Enable Bluetooth and Add a Device
36
Connecting to the Internet
38
Connecting to a Wireless Network
38
Connecting to a Wireless LAN
38
Connecting with a Cable
42
Built-In Network Feature
42
Bluelight Shield
43
Acer Proshield Plus
45
Overview
45
Setting up Acer Proshield Plus
45
File Encryption / Decryption
46
File Shredder
47
Personal Secure Drive
47
Application Guard
49
Browser Guard
49
USB Device Filter
50
Alert
50
Security Report
51
Securing Your Computer
52
Using a Computer Security Lock
52
Using Passwords
52
Entering Passwords
53
54 - Fingerprint Reader
54
How to Use the Fingerprint Reader
54
BIOS Utility
58
Boot Sequence
58
Setting Passwords
58
Power Management
59
Saving Power
59
Battery Pack
61
Battery Characteristics
61
Charging the Battery
61
Optimizing Battery Life
62
Checking the Battery Level
63
Battery-Low Warning
63
Traveling with Your Computer
64
Disconnecting from the Desktop
64
Moving Around
64
What to Bring
65
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
67
68 - USB Type-C Port
68
Thunderbolt 3 Port
69
Displays
69
70 - Microsd Card Reader
70
Video and Audio Connectors
71
Connecting a Monitor
71
Headphones and Microphone
71
Hdmi
72
Frequently Asked Questions
74
Requesting Service
76
Troubleshooting
77
Troubleshooting Tips
77
Error Messages
77
Internet and Online Security
79
First Steps on the Net
79
Protecting Your Computer
79
Choose an Internet Service Provider
79
Network Connections
81
Surf the Net
82
Internet Security Software
83

Acer TravelMate P6 Series Lifecycle Extension Manual (43 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 6.37 MB

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