USER’S MANUALSwift 7
10 - Your Acer notebook tourLeft viewUSB Type-C information• USB 3.1 Gen 1 with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.• Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video outpu
Your Acer notebook tour - 11Right view Base view# Icon Item Description1 SIM card slotInsert a nano SIM card into the slot. (depending on your device)
12 - Using the keyboardUSING THE KEYBOARDThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad,separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and
Using the keyboard - 13Windows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Fn + Brightness downDecreases the screen brightne
14 - Using the Precision TouchpadUSING THE PRECISION TOUCHPADThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As youslide you
Using the Precision Touchpad - 15Two-finger pressLightly tap the touchpad with two fingers to perform a 'right click'. In the Start screen
16 - Using the Precision TouchpadThe precision touchpad includes added technology features that helprecognize and prevent unintentional gestures such
Using the Precision Touchpad - 173. Select Devices > Touchpad4. Now you can adjust the settings to suit your personal needs. Youcan switch
18 - RecoveryRECOVERYIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently askedquestions (see Got a question? on page 53) do not
Recovery - 191. From Start, select Acer then Acer Recovery Management.2. Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for Create FactoryDefault Back
2 - © 2018. All Rights Reserved.Swift 7Covers: SF714-51TThis revision: August 2018Register your Acer product1. Ensure you are connected to the Interne
20 - Recovery4. Plug in the USB drive and wait for the PC to detect the USB drivethen click Next. 5. Everything on the drive will be deleted. Click C
Recovery - 21Reset this PC and keep my files1. From Start, select Acer then Acer Recovery Management.2. Select the Restore tab and click Get started t
22 - Recovery4. Resetting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back totheir factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and pr
Recovery - 233. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its factorydefault. This process will reinstall your operating syst
24 - Recovery5. Click Reset to continue.6. You will be shown the reset progress on the screen. The screen willturn off during the reset process.7. Th
Using a Bluetooth connection - 25USING A BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONBluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly overshort distances
26 - Using a Bluetooth connection4. Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovereddevices.5. After pairing, if there is a c
Connecting to the Internet - 27CONNECTING TO THE INTERNETThis chapter includes general information on types of connections,and getting connect
28 - Connecting to the InternetTo connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below.1. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and c
Connecting to the Internet - 294. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect.5. If required, enter the network’s password.
Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSFirst things first 5Your guides ... 5Basic care and tips for using y
30 - Bluelight ShieldBLUELIGHT SHIELDThe Bluelight Shield can be enabled to reduce blue-light emissionsfrom the screen to protect your eyes.T
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 yo
32 - Securing your computerSECURING YOUR COMPUTERYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of.Learn how to protect and take ca
Securing your computer - 33• Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. Ifyou enter the password incorrectly, a warning me
34 - Fingerprint ReaderFINGERPRINT READERIn addition to using an account password or PIN to sign in to Windowsapps and services, you can also use the
Fingerprint Reader - 352. Set a PIN code.3. In Windows Hello, select Set up to configure the fingerprint reader.
36 - Fingerprint Reader4. In the Windows Hello set up window, select Get started to begin thefingerprint configuration.5. Enter your PIN to confirm yo
Fingerprint Reader - 376. When the Windows Hello setup window appears, follow theonscreen directions. Press and hold your finger on th
38 - Fingerprint Reader7. Once the fingerprint configuration is complete, you will be able tosign in or unlock your computer by placing
BIOS utility - 39BIOS UTILITYThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into yourcomputer's BIOS.Your computer is alrea
Getting started...In this section you will find:• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health• Where to find the power button, port
40 - Power managementPOWER MANAGEMENTThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitorssystem activity. System activity refers
Power management - 414. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 5. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 6. Select Save changes
42 - Battery packBATTERY PACKThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you longuse between charges.Battery characteristicsThe battery i
Battery pack - 43Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a batteryhasn't been used for a long time. The battery c
44 - Battery packChecking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursorover the battery/power icon on the t
Traveling with your computer - 45TRAVELING WITH YOUR COMPUTERThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving aroundor traveling with you
46 - Traveling with your computerYou can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing the Sleephotkey or by closing the display.When you are
Traveling with your computer - 47What to take with youUnless you have some items at home, take the following items withyou:• AC adapter and po
48 - Traveling with your computerTraveling with the computerWhen you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from youroffice building to a
Traveling with your computer - 49Preparing the computerPrepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.What to bring with youBring
First things first - 5FIRST THINGS FIRSTWe would like to thank you for making this Acer notebook your choicefor meeting your mobile computing needs.Yo
In this section you will find:• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computerPorts and connectors...
USB Type-C port - 51USB TYPE-C PORTA USB Type-C port is a connector that allows you to easily connectUSB Type-C peripherals, such as additional storag
52 - Video and audio connectorsVIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORSAdd an external monitor to your computer via a video port. The type ofport available depends
Got a question?In this section you will find:• Frequently asked questions• Tips for using Windows 10• Troubleshooting information• How to protect your
54 - Frequently asked questionsFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during theuse of your computer.
Frequently asked questions - 55icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the icon and drag theslider to the right to increase the volume.• The
56 - Frequently asked questionsFor more information, see Restoring your computer on page 20.Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Yo
Frequently asked questions - 57Tips and hints for using Windows 10We know this is a new operating system that will take some gettingused to, s
58 - Frequently asked questions• Turn the Slideshow on or off• Select lock screen apps.How do I set up the lock screen slideshow?1. Tap the Windows
Frequently asked questions - 591. Select an alarm from the list, or select the + in the lower-right cornerto create a new alarm.2. Enter the Alarm nam
6 - First things first• Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >Shut down.If you need to power down the computer for
60 - Frequently asked questionsHow do I remove a tile from Start?Tap and hold a tile until you see the screen dim. When you releasethe tile, tap th
Frequently asked questions - 61How do I check for Windows updates?Tap the Windows Start button > Settings > Update & Security >Window
62 - Frequently asked questionsHow to turn on the Cellular Data (depending on your device)To turn on the Cellular Data, follow these steps:1. Press t
Frequently asked questions - 633. Select Cellular > Manage eSIM profiles.4. Click Cellular Data.
64 - Frequently asked questions5. In Cellular Data, click Use to continue.6. Then, click Yes.
Frequently asked questions - 657. Once the setting is completed successfully, the status of CellularData is active.8. Click Network icon i
66 - Frequently asked questionsTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician
Frequently asked questions - 67If you still encounter problems after going through the correctivemeasures, please contact your dealer or an a
68 - Internet and online securityINTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITYFirst steps on the netProtecting your computerIt is vital to protect your computer from v
Internet and online security - 69internet as the connection speed is low and connection time istypically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL)DS
First things first - 7Taking care of your AC adapterHere are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:• Do not connect the adapter to any other devic
70 - Internet and online securityNetwork connectionsA LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example,within an office bui
Internet and online security - 71services. Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Accesspoint/router for detailed setup instructions.Wire
72 - Internet and online securitySelect Acer computers include protection by Norton SecurityNorton Security is pre-installed on select Acer computers,
Internet and online security - 73company like Norton or Microsoft and that you have a virus. The mainmotive behind these scams is to extort mon
74 - Internet and online securitytablet, or IoT device is entirely under the control of the person whocreated the botnet. Most people who
Internet and online security - 75can encrypt all the data that you send and receive while using a publicWi-Fi hotspot, securing your information from
8 - Your Acer notebook tourYOUR ACER NOTEBOOK TOURAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let usshow you around your new Ace
Your Acer notebook tour - 9Keyboard view# Icon Item Description1Fingerprint readerFingerprint reader for Windows Hello and security.2 KeyboardFor ente
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