Acer TravelMate X313-M Owner's Manual
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1. Blue blinking Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like settings and volume output To activate hotkeys press and hold the lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination 28 Your Acer computer tour Inserting the computer into the keyboard cover Note Always use caution when using and transporting the keyboard cover Acer recommends using two hands when holding the keyboard case 1 Place the holder into the keyboard s channel to put the holder in position 2 Place the bottom part of the computer into the holder s bottom section To avoid possible scratching and damage do not insert the computer into the top section first Your Acer computer tour 29 3 Lean the tablet back into the holder and press the tablet s top edges to ensure the holder s tabs secure it in place The computer is now secure in the keyboard cover 30 Your Acer computer tour Note To avoid possible damage do not carry the holder with the computer facing outside Removing the computer from the keyboard cover 1 Press the holder s tabs located on the top of the holder Your Acer computer tour 31 2 Pull the computer away from the holder Using the keyboard Your Bluetooth keyboard comes pre paired with the X313 You only need to turn on the keyboard and the X313 Bluetooth function by doing the following 1 Ta2. Your Acer computer tour 19 Front view S U n J ie TE 7 3 Camera i 1 indicator light Lights up when camera is active 2 Webcam Web camera for video communication 3 Windows key Press once to open the Start menu 20 Your Acer computer tour Back view 1 0 D 2l acer S J 1 Integrated webcam Web camera for video communication 2 a indicator Lights up when camera is active Your Acer computer tour 21 Top view aooo oooo0oo0o00000 1 Ventilation and Allows the computer to stay cool cooling fan Do not cover or obstruct the openings Note Display orientation may be fixed when apps designed for a specific orientation are running These include games and other full screen apps When making video calls you should always hold the computer in landscape orientation Bottom view 1 Speakers Delivers stereo audio output 22 Your Acer computer tour Left right views I i 2 0 i 7 3 s8 4 0o 5 Internal microphone for sound 1 Microphone recording Supports high definition digital video 2 mom Micro HDMI port connections 3 eo USB 3 0 port Connects to USB devices 4 sa DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter Your Acer computer tour 23 Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds to reset the 5 Reset
3. BIOS utility Boot sequence Setting passwords Regulations and safety notices SAFETY AND COMFORT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully Keep this document for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning WARNINGS Accessing the power cord Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet Disconnecting the power source Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer If the system has multiple sources of power disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product w
4. Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1 Click Customized Restore Retain User Data 4 Acer Recovery Management m To begin select the task you want to perform Please DO NOT Reinstall Drivers or Applications EY Restore Factory Settings Reinstalls factory default drivers or applications 4555 Reinstall Drivers or Applications 1 Customized Restore Retain User Data i gt 2 The Refresh your PC window opens Refresh your PC Here s what will happen Your files and personalization settings won t change Your PC settings will be changed back to their defaults Apps from Windows Store will be kept Apps you installed from discs or websites will be removed A list of removed apps will be saved on your desktop 3 Click Next then Refresh 4 The recovery process begins by restarting your computer then continues by copying files to your hard drive This process takes about 30 minutes Recovery 85 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 need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run it To enter the BIOS utility do the following e Ensure your computer is completely powered off See Turning your computer on and off on page 15 Press and hold the Volume Up key and then press the Power
5. computer simulates removing and reinstalling the battery Connects to audio devices Headset speaker 6 e g speakers headphones or a jack headset with microphone Press to turn the computer on press again to place the computer in Sleep FOWEY BURON mode Press and hold to turn the 7 computer off Indicates the computer s battery Ea Battery LED status See table below 8 Volume key Press to increase or decrease volume Information on USB 3 0 USB 3 0 compatible ports are blue Compatible with USB 3 0 and earlier USB devices For optimal performance use USB 3 0 certified devices Defined by the USB 3 0 SuperSpeed USB specification 24 Your Acer computer tour LED Indicators Blue Steady The computer is fully charged and plugged in The computer is fully charged and running on battery power After pressing the power button the blue LED stays lit for a few seconds before turning off Amber Steady The computer is charging and plugged in The computer is not fully charged and running on battery power Blue On briefly Amber On briefly After pressing the power button the amber LED stays lit for a few seconds before turning off Amber Blinking The battery is critically low or abnormal battery situation Off The computer is off Environment e Temperature e Operating 5 C to 35 C e Non operating 20 C to 65 C e Humidity non condensing e Operating
6. 20 to 80 Your Acer computer tour 25 e Non operating 20 to 80 Keyboard cover optional The following section describes the bundled keyboard cover Keyboard front view KR WD Indicates the keyboard s battery i palsy LED status see table below 26 Your Acer computer tour 2 Power button Turns the keyboard on and off lt USB connector Use the provided USB charging cable to charge the keyboard s embedded battery See Inserting the computer into the keyboard cover on page 29 Function LED Indicates the keyboard s function status see table below oa Keyboard For entering data into your computer Your Acer computer tour 27 Battery LED Blue solid The keyboard is plugged in and fully charged Orange solid The keyboard is plugged in and charging Orange blinking The keyboard is not plugged in and the battery is slowly low Orange blinking The keyboard is not plugged in and the battery is quickly critically low or there is an abnormal state The keyboard is in pairing mode the function LED also blinks Orange blinking Function LED The LED turns solid blue for five seconds after turning the keyboard on Blue blinking The LED blinks after turning the keyboard off The keyboard is in pairing mode the battery LED also blinks Blue solid
7. or the number and sequence in the case of beeps You are required to provide the following information Name Address Telephone number Machine and model type Serial number Date of purchase 60 Frequently asked questions Tips and hints for using Windows 8 We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to so we ve created a few pointers to help you get started Three concepts you might want to keep in mind 1 Start The Start button is no longer available you can launch apps from the Start screen 2 Tiles Live tiles are similar to thumbnails of the apps 3 Charms Charms allow you to perform useful functions such as sharing content turning off your PC or changing settings How do access the charms Swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards How do get to Start Press the Windows key or swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap the Start charm Frequently asked questions 61 How do jump between apps Swipe the left hand edge of the screen inwards to cycle through apps that are currently running How do turn off my computer Swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards tap Settings gt Power and select the action you d like to take Alternatively from Desktop tap Acer Power Button and select the action you d like to take Why is there a new interface The new interface for Windows 8 is designed to work wel
8. By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge Failure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery In addition the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns e Using the computer on constant AC power e Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described above e Frequent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach the end of its effective life A standard computer battery has a life span of more than 1 000 charges Battery pack 53 Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below e Use AC power whenever possible reserving battery for on the go use e Eject a PC Card if it is not being used as it will continue to draw power for selected models Store your PC in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C 50 F to 30 C 86 F Higher temperatures cause the battery to self discharge faster e Excessive recharging decreases the battery life e Look after your AC adapter and battery Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level Rest
9. Drivers and Applicat Recovery 75 3 Click Start to copy files You will be shown the backup progress on the screen 4 Follow the process until it completes e If you are using optical discs the drive ejects each disc as it completes burning it Remove the disc from the drive and mark it with a permanent marker If multiple discs are required insert a new disc when prompted then click OK Continue until the process is complete e If you are using a USB drive unplug the drive and label it clearly Important Write a unique descriptive label on each backup such as Drivers and Applications Backup Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that you will remember Recovering your system To recover your system 1 Perform minor fixes If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers To reinstall software and drivers that were pre installed at the factory see Reinstalling drivers and applications on page 77 For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre installed see that product s documentation or support Web site 2 Revert to a previous system condition If reinstalling software or drivers does not help then the problem may be 76 Recovery solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly For instructions see Returning to
10. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15 3 centimeters 6 inches be maintained between wireless devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research Persons with pacemakers should do the following Always keep the device more than 15 3 centimeters 6 inches from the pacemaker Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on If you suspect interference switch off your device and move it Hearing aids Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids If interference occurs consult your service provider VEHICLES RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems electronic anti skid anti lock braking systems electronic speed control systems and air bag systems For more information check with the manufacturer or its representative of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added Only qualified personnel should service the device or install the device in a vehicle Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device Check regularly that all wireless 10 Safety and comfort equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly Do not store or carry flammab
11. button Release both buttons Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select the Boot option in the left pane Under Boot priority order change the sequence as desired Setting passwords To set a password on boot activate the BIOS utility then select Security from the left pane Under Set Supervisor Password select Enter Enter your desired password and select OK Under Password on Boot set the option to Enabled 86 BIOS utility REGULATIONS AND SAFETY NOTICES FCC STATEMENT This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device int
12. eyes frequently Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Display Keep your display clean Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display Adjust the display brightness and or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity Eliminate glare and reflections by placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds using a task light changing the display s viewing angle Safety and comfort 13 using a glare reduction filter using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front edge Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle Avoid looking at bright light sources for extended periods of time Developing good work habits The following work habits make computer use more relaxing and productive Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Warning We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed If this is unavoidable work for only short periods take breaks regularly and do some stretching exercises Note For more inform
13. meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally and it and its antenna are positioned at least 1 5 centimeters 5 8 inch away from your body It should not contain metal and you should position the device the above stated distance from your body To successfully transmit data files or messages this device requires a good quality connection to the network In some cases transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed Parts of the device are magnetic Metallic Safety and comfort 9 materials may be attracted to the device and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device because information stored on them may be erased MEDICAL DEVICES Operation of any radio transmitting equipment including wireless phones may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions Pacemakers
14. operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition Guidelines for safe battery usage This computer uses a Lithium ion or Lithium polymer battery Do not use it in a humid wet or corrosive environment Do not put store or leave your product in or near a heat source in a high temperature location in strong direct sunlight in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 C 140 F Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak acid become hot explode or ignite and cause injury and or damage Do not pierce open or disassemble the battery If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately For safety reasons and to prolong the lifetime of the battery charging will not occur at temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 40 C 104 F The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times but it will eventually wear out When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal refer to qualified service personnel Use only the approved batteries and recharge your battery only with the approved chargers designated for this
15. tingling sensation Aching soreness or tenderness Pain swelling or throbbing Stiffness or tightness Coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and or pain related to computer use consult a physician immediately and inform your company s health and safety department The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips Refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture Avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward 12 Safety and comfort Stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles Take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders Install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach If you view your monitor more than your documents place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses glare excessive room lighting poorly focused screens very small typefaces and low contrast displays could stress your eyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain Eyes Rest your
16. wireless network Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you and other users of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to the network for example a printer or scanner Also you can share an internet connection with other computers in your home 46 Wireless networks Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to pull cables through walls and ceilings Components of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you need to have the following Access point router Access points routers are two way transceivers that broadcast data into the surrounding environment Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network Most routers have a built in DSL modem that will allow you access to a high speed DSL internet connection The ISP Internet Service Provider you have chosen normally supplies a modem router with the subscription to their services Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access point router for detailed setup instructions Wireless networks 47 SCREEN ORIENTATION AND G SENSOR Your device has a built in accelerometer that detects the device s orientation and automatically rotates the screen to suit the orientation You can lock the screen orientation by doing the following 1 Swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search 2 Tap the text box to open the ons
17. 6 5 2483 5 MHz band Use outdoors on public property is not permitted In the departments listed below for the entire 2 4 GHz band Maximum authorized power indoors is 100 mW Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10 mW Regulations and safety notices 89 Departments in which the use of the 2400 2483 5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100 mW indoors and less than 10 mW outdoors 01 Ain Orientales 02 Aisne 03 Allier 05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Ariege 11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente 24 Dordogne This requirement is likely to change over time allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France Please check with ART for the latest information www art telecom fr Note Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100 mW but more than 10 mW 90 Regulations and safety notices List of national codes This equipment may be operated in the following countries Country Austria Belgium Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Ireland Italy Latvia Lithuania Luxembourg CANADA LOW POWER LICENSE EXEMPT RADIO COMMUNICATION DEVICES RSS 210 Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS 102 The computer employs low gain integral antennas that do not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s website at www hc sc gc ca rpb Regulations and safety notices
18. 91 This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Issue 4 and RSS 210 No 4 Dec 2000 and No 5 Nov 2001 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 No 4 et CNR 210 No 4 Dec 2000 et No 5 Nov 2001 Pour emp cher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit tre utilis a l int rieur et devrait tre plac loin des fen tres afin de fournir un cran de blindage maximal Si le mat riel ou son antenne d mission est install a l ext rieur il doit faire l objet d une licence Caution When using IEEE 802 11a wireless LAN this product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range of 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel mobile satellite systems High power radar is allocated as the primary user of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage to this device The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this devic
19. Drivers or Applications GD _ Customized Restore Retain User Data 4255 Reinstall Drivers or Applications Lal Make a backup before you restore Recommended x Create Factory Default Backup J Create Drivers and Applications Backup acer e Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications 78 Recovery You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center fF ooOooooooco acer e Click the install icon for the item you want to install then follow rs the onscreen instructions to complete the installation Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall Returning to an earlier system snapshot Microsoft System Restore periodically takes a snapshot of your system settings and saves them as restore points In most cases of hard to resolve software problems you can return to one of these restore points to get your system running again Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day and also each time you install software or device drivers Note For more information about using Microsoft System Restore from Start type Help and then click Help and Support in the list of Recovery 79 apps Type Windows system restore in the Search Help box then press Enter Returning to a restore point From Start type Control Panel and then click Control Panel in the list of apps Click System and Security gt Action Center then click Recov
20. VERY If you are having trouble with your computer and the frequently asked questions do not help you can recover your computer i e return it to an earlier state This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer Acer provides Acer Recovery Management which allows you to create a recovery backup a drivers and applications backup and to start recovery options either using Windows tools or the recovery backup Note Acer Recovery Management is only available with a pre installed Windows operating system Important We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon as possible In certain situations a full recovery will require a USB recovery backup Creating a recovery backup To reinstall from a USB storage drive you must first create a recovery backup The recovery backup includes the entire original contents of your computer s hard drive including Windows and all factory loaded software and drivers Using this backup will restore your computer to the same state as when you purchased it while giving you an option to retain all settings and personal data Note Make sure you have a USB drive with a capacity of at least 16 GB 70 Recovery 1 From Start type Recovery and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps G amp Acer Recovery Management Welcome to Acer Recovery Management enables you to restore your system To be
21. When you sign in to your PC with a Microsoft account you ll connect your PC to the people files and devices you care about Do need one You do not need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 8 but it makes life easier because you can sync data across different machines you sign in to using a Microsoft ID How do get one If you ve already installed Windows 8 and didn t sign in with a Microsoft account or you don t have a Microsoft account and want to get one swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings gt Change PC settings gt Users gt Switch to a Microsoft account and follow the onscreen instructions How do add a favorite to Internet Explorer Internet Explorer 10 doesn t have traditional favorites instead you can pin shortcuts to Start Once you have the page open swipe upwards from the bottom edge of the screen to open the menu at the bottom of the screen Tap Pin to Start 66 Frequently asked questions How do I check for Windows updates Swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings gt Change PC settings gt Windows Updates Tap Check for updates now Where can get more information For more information please visit the following pages e Windows 8 tutorials www acer com windows8 tutorial e Support FAQs www acer com support Frequently asked questions 67 Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems Read it before
22. ake longer to start from Sleep Power management 49 Your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction to start over a network Wake on LAN 1 Open the Desktop 2 Click Power Options in the Notification area 3 Select More Power Options 4 Select Choose what the power buttons do 59 available plugged in charging Select 2 power plan Balanced O Power saver Adjust screen brightness More power options ET z 5 06 PM a ka T D ta anya 5 To access Shutdown Settings select Change settings that are currently unavailable 50 Power management t T Al Control Panel items gt Power Options gt System Settings Define power buttons and turn on password protection ou want for your computer The changes you make to the settings on this Power and sleep buttons and lid settings i On battery LF Plugged in wrertpnsie power tution era Fay When cose he i Sleep Password protection on wakeup computer wakes from sleep anyone can access your 6 Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup t e Ni Controli Pani tems gt Power Options System Settings Shutdown settings stafdown Restart isn t affected Learn More Sleep Show in Power menu Hibernate Show in Power menu lock Show in account picture menu 7 Select Save changes Power management 51 BATTERY PACK The computer uses an embedded battery pack that gives you long use betw
23. alled from the Windows Store See Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management on page 85 82 Recovery Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1 Click Restore Factory Settings 4 Acer Recovery Management sm To begin select the task you want to perform Please DO NOT Reinstall Drivers or Applications Reinstalls factory default drivers or applications GD Customized Restore Retain User Data qE Reinstall Drivers or Applications Lal Caution Restore Factory Settings will erase all files on your hard drive 2 The Reset your PC window opens Reset your PC Here s what will happen All your personal files and apps will be removed Your PC settings will be changed back to their defaults Images for reference only 3 Click Next then choose how to erase your files Recovery 83 a Just remove my files quickly erases all files before restoring your computer and takes about 30 minutes b Fully clean the drive completely cleans the drive after each file is erased so no files can be viewed after the recovery Cleaning the drive takes much longer up to 5 hours but is much more secure as old files are completely removed 4 Click Reset 5 The recovery process begins by restarting your computer then continues by copying files to your hard drive 6 After the recovery has finished you can start using your computer by repeating the first start process 84 Recovery
24. an earlier system snapshot on page 79 3 Reset your operating system If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to reset your system but keep your user information see Returning your system to its factory condition on page 80 4 Reset your system to its factory condition If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to reset your system to factory condition see Returning your system to its factory condition on page 80 Reinstalling drivers and applications As a troubleshooting step you may need to reinstall the applications and device drivers that came pre installed on your computer from the factory You can reinstall using either your hard drive or the backup you have created e Other applications If you need to reinstall software that did not come pre installed on your computer you need to follow that software s installation instructions e New device drivers If you need to reinstall device drivers that did not come pre installed on your computer follow the instructions provided with the device Recovery 77 If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer e From Start type Recovery and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps G amp Acer Recovery Management Welcome to Acer Recovery Mat Acer Recovery Managem system To begin select the task you want to perform Please DO NOT remove the USB device while proceeding Reinstall
25. ation please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 87 14 Safety and comfort FIRST THINGS FIRST We would like to thank you for making an Acer comptuer your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs Your guides To help you use your Acer computer we have designed a set of guides First off the setup poster helps you get started with setting up your computer The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer The User s Manual contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and troubleshooting In addition it contains general regulations and safety notices for your computer It is available in Apps swipe upwards from the bottom of the screen and tap All apps then tap Acer User s Manual from the list Alternatively swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search tap the text box to open the onscreen keyboard and start typing User s Manual to display the results tap Acer User s Manual Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn the power off do the following First things first 15 e Tap the Settings charm gt Power gt Shut down To turn the power off to get into BIOS upon reboot do the following e Tap the Settings charm gt Change PC settings gt General Under Advanced startup tap Restart now The Choose an opti
26. calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the computer yourself contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance Troubleshooting tips This computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 59 Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action Contact your dealer or an authorized service center CMOS checksum Contact your dealer or an authorized service error center CMOS battery bad 68 Insert a system bootable disk into an external drive then press lt Enter gt to reboot Contact your dealer or an authorized service Disk boot failure Hard disk O error center Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service type error center Contact your dealer or an authorized service I O parity error center If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance 69 RECO
27. creen keyboard and start typing Control Panel 3 From the displayed results tap Control Panel gt Adjust screen resolution 4 Tap to clear the Allow the screen to auto rotate checkbox and then tap Apply The orientation may also be locked at other times including e With an HDMI cable is plugged in e When programs designed for a specific orientation are running Note You are advised to keep your device in landscape orientation with the webcam above the screen while you are making a video call Please rotate your display to the landscape orientation and use the lock switch to set the orientation before starting a video call 48 Screen orientation and G sensor 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 startup to start quickly but also uses a small amount of power to check for signals to start These checks will slowly drain your computer s battery If you prefer to reduce your computers power requirements and environmental impact turn off Fast startup Note If Fast startup is off your computer will t
28. device 8 Safety and comfort Never use any charger or battery that is damaged The capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced if the battery is left in hot or cold places such as in a closed car in summer or winter Always try to keep the battery between 15 C and 25 C 59 F and 77 F A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily even when the battery is fully charged Battery performance is especially limited in temperatures well below freezing Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode Batteries may also explode if damaged Dispose of batteries according to local regulations Please recycle when possible Do not dispose as household waste Note Please refer to www acer com for battery shipping documents Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE Warning For safety reasons turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your computer under the following conditions These devices may include but are not limited to wireless LAN WLAN Bluetooth and or 3G Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger Use the device only in its normal operating positions This device
29. digit passcode Using the keyboard enter the passcode and press Enter Note The passcode is only valid for one minute If the passcode disappears or if you enter a wrong passcode repeat the steps above to pair Once pairing is complete the function LED will stop blinking Your Acer computer tour 33 Charging the keyboard The keyboard cover comes with an embedded battery and a USB charging cable The cable s large end connects to the tablet s USB port and the small end connects to the keyboard s micro USB port When the battery LED quickly blinks orange the keyboard s battery is critically low and needs to be charged Keep the keyboard connected until the Battery LED is blue You can still use the keyboard as normal while it is charging NOTE The tablet must be on for the keyboard to charge Troubleshooting Q My keyboard doesn t do anything when press the keys A There could be several reasons for this Check the following 1 The keyboard may be turned off Press and hold the keyboard s Power button until the function LED comes on the function LED will turn on for 5 seconds and then turn off If the function LED blinks you have turned off the keyboard Press and hold the keyboard s Power button again until the function LED comes on The keyboard may be out of charge Follow the instructions in the Charging your tablet section N Cradle optional The following set of images show you the optional cradl
30. digital audio and or video monitor such as a digital television DTV over a single cable Use the HDMI Micro port on your computer to connect with high end audio and video equipment Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection V a Note A HDMI Micro to HDMI adapter is only included with certain models HDMI Micro 43 USING THE VIRTUAL KEYBOARD Microsoft Windows provides a convenient virtual keyboard for entering data There are several ways to display the keyboard Tap inside any text field to display the Windows virtual keyboard 44 Using the virtual keyboard From Desktop tap the Keyboard icon in the system tray to display the keyboard Tap the x in the keyboard s top right corner to close the keyboard Using the virtual keyboard 45 WIRELESS NETWORKS Connecting to the Internet Your computer s wireless connection is turned on by default Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup Select your network and enter the password if required Otherwise open Internet Explorer and follow the instructions Please refer to your ISP or router documentation Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is a wireless local area network which may link two or more computers without using wires Setting up a wireless network is easy and allows you to share files peripheral devices and an Internet connection What are benefits of a
31. e Note The cradle needs to be plugged into an AC power source 34 Your Acer computer tour Front view Accepts one Secure Digital SD card Sa Card reader Note Push to remove install the card 2 oth USB connector S to the computer s USB Your Acer computer tour 35 3 sen DC out jack Provides power from the cradle to the computer 36 Your Acer computer tour Back view stand not shown 1 2 1 Portrait view Insert the stand here to rest the computer in slot portrait view 2 Landscape Insert the stand here to rest the computer in view slot landscape view Your Acer computer tour 37 Left view stand not shown Pi Connect to USB devices 1 lt USB 3 0 ports To use the cradle s USB ports you must plug in the power adapter Supports high definition digital video 2 Hom HDMI port connections 38 Your Acer computer tour Connects to a display device External display e g external monitor LCD eA iport projector 4 Ethernet RJ 45 Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 sie port based network 5 ean DC in jack Provides power to the cradle Information on USB 3 0 USB 3 0 compatible ports are blue e Compatible with USB 3 0 and earlier USB devices For optimal performance use USB 3 0 certified devices e Defined by the USB 3 0 SuperSpeed USB specification Connecting the c
32. e facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders Do not switch the computer on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger EMERGENCY CALLS Warning You cannot make emergency calls through this device To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone or other telephone call system Safety and comfort 11 DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment please recycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit www acer group com public Sustainability sustainability01 htm fs TIPS AND INFORMATION FOR COMFORTABLE USE Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer Long work periods bad posture poor work habits stress inadequate working conditions personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders The following symptoms may appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back Numbness or a burning or
33. e is 6 dBi in order to comply with the E 1 R P limit for the 5 25 to 5 35 and 5 725 to 5 85 GHz frequency range in point to point operation 92 Regulations and safety notices Ver 01 01 02
34. een charges Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics e Employs current battery technology standards e Delivers a battery low warning 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 computer However recharging with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Note You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with a fully charged battery Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use a battery pack for the first time there is a conditioning process that you should follow 1 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 52 Battery pack 3 Turn on the computer and operate using battery power 4 Fully deplete the battery until the battery low warning appears 5 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again 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 Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack
35. ery at the bottom of the window Click Open System Restore then Next Click the latest restore point at a time when your system worked correctly click Next then Finish 5 A confirmation window appears click Yes Your system is restored using the restore point you specified This process may take several minutes and may restart your computer Returning your system to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods you may need to reinstall everything to return your system to its factory condition You can recover from either your hard drive or the recovery backup you have created If you can still run Windows and have the system recovery DVDs that came with your computer see Recovering from system recovery DVDs on page 81 If you can still run Windows and have not deleted the recovery partition see Recovering from Windows on page 81 80 Recovery Recovering from system recovery DVDs Note This section may not apply to your model Your computer comes with system recovery DVDs but does not contain an optical disc drive ODD Obtain an external ODD and complete the following steps to recover your computer to factory conditions 1 Shutdown the computer completely by pressing and holding the power button for more than 4 seconds or by tapping the Settings charm gt Change PC settings gt General Under Advanced startup tap Restart now The C
36. explore beyond limits TravelMate X X313 2013 All Rights Reserved Acer TravelMate X313 User Manual Model X313 First issue 3 June 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety and comfort 5 First things first Your QUIDOS enanas 15 Basic care and tips for using your COMPUTE Seamer renee peereerest iE re aaie it 15 Turning your computer on and off 15 Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Your Acer computer tour Computer Front view Back view Top view Bottom view Left right views LED Indicators Environment Keyboard cover optional Keyboard front view H tkys ennaa Inserting the computer into the keyboard COVED ccccceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneees Removing the computer from the keyboard cover Using the keyboard Pairing with the X313 Charging the keyboard Troubleshooting Cradle optional Front view Back view stand not shown Left view stand not shown ss 38 Connecting the computer to the cradle 39 Universal Serial Bus USB 42 HDMI Micro 43 Using the virtual keyboard 44 Wireless networks 46 Connecting to the Internet eeeeeeeeeee 46 Wireless networks 0 ccceeeeeneeneeeee 46 Screen orientation and G sensor 48 Power management 49 SAVING POWETM cceeseeeeeeseeeeteeteeeeeeeeteeeneeee 49 Battery pack 52 Battery pack characteristic
37. gin select the task you want to perform Please DO NOT ceeding Reinstall Drivers or Applications CY Pero Factory Sening Reinstalls factory default drivers or applications J ustomized Restore Retain User Data GEE Reinstall Drivers or Applications 2 Click Create Factory Default Backup The Recovery Drive window opens Create a recovery drive use a recovery drive to refresh or reset your PC or to troubleshoot problems even when it can t start If your PC comes with a recovery partition you can also choose to copy its contents to the recovery drive Copy contents from the recovery partition to the recovery drive Recovery 71 72 Make sure Copy contents from the recovery partition to the recovery drive is selected This provides the most complete and safest recovery backup Plug in the USB drive then click Next e Make sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing The recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage ble to hold at least 16 GB and everything on the drive will be deleted Available drive s HA no label 1A no label You will be shown the backup progress on the screen Follow the process until it completes After creating the recovery backup you can choose to delete the recovery information on your computer If you delete this information you can only use the USB recovery backup to restore your computer if y
38. here people will walk on the cord Safety and comfort 5 If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Do not overload a power outlet strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices The overall system load must not exceed 80 of the branch circuit rating If power strips are used the load should not exceed 80 of the power strip s input rating This product s AC adapter is equipped with a three wire grounded plug The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug Do not insert the plug into a non grounded power outlet Contact your electrician for details Warning The grounding pin is a safety feature Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and or injury Note The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product The system can be powered using a wide range of voltages 100 to 120 or 220 to 240 V AC The power cord included with the system meets the requirements for use in the country region where the system was purchased Power cords fo
39. hoose an option screen displays Tap Turn off your PC 2 Connect the ODD to your computer 3 Enter the computer s BIOS press and hold the Windows button before pressing the power button release both buttons after pressing the power button 4 Select the Boot option in the left pane 5 Under Boot priority order move EFI DVD CDROM to the number one position using the provided instructions 6 Select Exit in the left pane and select Exit Saving Changes on the right side e Insert the DVD labeled System DVD and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process Recovering from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management Recovery 81 e From Start type Recovery and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps Two options are available Restore Factory Settings Reset my PC or Customized Restore Refresh my PC faa Restore Factory Settings E Customized Restore Retain User Data Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre installed on your system If you can access important files on your hard drive back them up now See Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management on page 83 Customized Restore will attempt to retain your files user data but will reinstall all software and drivers Software installed since you purchased your PC will be removed except software inst
40. l with touch input Windows Store apps will automatically use the whole screen and don t require closing in the traditional way Windows Store apps will be displayed on Start using live tiles What are live tiles Live tiles are similar to thumbnails of the app that will be updated with new content whenever you re connected to the Internet So for example you can view weather or stock updates without needing to open the app How do I unlock my computer Swipe the lock screen upwards and tap a user account icon to unlock the computer If your account has a password set you will need to enter the password to continue 62 Frequently asked questions Tap and hold the preview icon to see the characters you ve entered to ensure the password is correct How do personalize my computer You can personalize Start with a different background image or by arranging the tiles to suit your personal needs To change the background swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings gt Change PC settings gt Personalize Tap Start screen at the top of the page and select a color and image How do move tiles Tap and hold a tile to select it then drag it to the place on Start that you want it to appear Other tiles will be moved to accommodate the tile in its new location Can make tiles bigger or smaller Tap and drag the tile downwards and release it Select Smaller or Larger from the menu that appears a
41. ld the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer and enter the BIOS utility to try again Securing your computer 57 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer Easy solutions are provided for each one l turned on the power but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power button s battery LED e If it is not lit no power is being supplied to the computer Check the following e If you are using on the battery it may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack Nothing appears on the screen The computers power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press the power button to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the brightness level might be too low Tap the Settings charm gt Screen to adjust the brightness level No audio is heard from the computer Check the following e The volume may be muted Look at the volume control speaker iconby tapping the Settings charm gt Volume If the speaker has an x next to it tap on the Volume icon to display the volume bar At the top of the bar tap the speaker icon to un mute 58 Frequently asked questions e The volume level may be too low Look at the volume control speaker icon by tapping the Settings charm gt Volume Ta
42. le liquids gases or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device its parts or enhancements For vehicles equipped with an air bag remember that air bags inflate with great force Do not place objects including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft disrupt the wireless telephone network and may be illegal POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked They include below deck on boats chemical transfer or storag
43. nd tap All apps 64 Frequently asked questions How do I make an app appear on Start If you re in All apps and you want to make an app appear on Start tap and drag the app downwards and release it Tap Pin to Start from the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen How do remove a tile from Start Tap and drag the app downwards and release it Tap Unpin from Start from the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen How do make an app appear on my taskbar in Desktop If you re in All apps and you want to make an app appear on the taskbar in Desktop tap and drag the app downwards and release it Select Pin to taskbar from the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen How do install apps You can download Windows Store apps from Store You will need to have a Microsoft ID to purchase and download apps from Store can t find apps like Notepad and Paint Where are they Swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search type the name of the app you would like to open using the pop up keyboard Alternatively open All apps and scroll to Windows Accessories to see the list of legacy programs Frequently asked questions 65 What is a Microsoft ID account A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to sign in to Windows You can use any email address but it is best if you choose the one you already use to communicate with friends and sign in to your favorite websites
44. nnect the adapter to any other device e Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic e When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug e The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the 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 First things first 17 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Use a soft moist cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners If either of the following occurs e The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged e The computer does not operate normally Please refer to Frequently asked questions on page 58 18 First things first YOUR ACER COMPUTER TOUR After setting up your device as illustrated in the setup poster let us show you around your new Acer computer You can enter information into you new computer via the touchscreen Computer Your computer has two optional components a keyboard cover and cradle The following set of images will show you the computer and the optional components The views are labeled as if you are holding the computer with the screen towards you and the camera at the top
45. nst unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from Hibernation if available for maximum security e Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from Hibernation if available for maximum security Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password If you forget your password please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center 56 Securing your computer Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen e When the Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility at boot up See BIOS utility on page 86 e Type the Supervisor Password and press lt Enter gt to access the BIOS utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up e Type the User Password and press lt Enter gt to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt Important You have three chances to enter a password After each failed attempt press the Windows key to try again If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Press and ho
46. o an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations NoTICE PERIPHERAL DEVICES Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Regulations and safety notices 87 Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer NOTICE FOR CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Remarque a l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada COMPLIANT WITH RUSSIAN REGULATORY CERTIFICATION ME61 LCD PIXEL STATEMENT The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction RADIO DEVICE REGULATORY NOTICES Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Blueto
47. omputer to the cradle This multi position cradle makes it simple to dock your computer because you don t have to worry about aligning ports and connectors or placing the computer at the correct angle To insert the computer into the cradle do the following 1 Place the cradle in landscape view Place the computer into the cradle s channel with the Windows key at the bottom The cradle s USB Your Acer computer tour 39 connector and DC out jack are now aligned with the computer s USB port and DC in jack 2 Slide the computer to the left until it stops the cradle s USB connector and DC out jack should NOT be visible 40 Your Acer computer tour To remove the computer from the cradle do the following 1 Place the cradle in landscape view Hold the cradle with one hand and push the computer as shown 2 Ensure the computer has cleared the cradle s USB connector and lift the computer out of the cradle Your Acer computer tour 41 UNIVERSAL SERIAL Bus USB The USB port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up system resources 42 Universal Serial Bus USB HDMI MICRO HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface is an industry supported uncompressed all digital audio video interface HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio video source such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver and a compatible
48. on screen displays Tap Turn off your PC Note See BIOS utility on page 86 for more information 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 into Sleep mode by e Pressing the power button OR e Tapping the Settings charm gt Power gt Sleep Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer the power button s battery LED should be off If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again wait at least two seconds before powering up Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it e Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator e Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields First things first D Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer e Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt e Never place objects on top of the computer Do not slam the computer display when you close it e 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 co
49. oth only To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices 88 Regulations and safety notices Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Wireless operation channels for different domains N America 2 412 2 462 GHz Ch01 through Ch11 Japan 2 412 2 484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2 412 2 472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted wireless frequency bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band The worst case maximum authorized power indoors is 10 mW for the entire 2 4 GHz band 2400 MHz 2483 5 MHz 100 mW for frequencies between 2446 5 MHz and 2483 5 MHz Note Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446 6 MHz to 2483 5 MHz There are few possibilities for outdoor use On private property or on the private property of public persons use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense with maximum authorized power of 100 mW in the 244
50. ou lose or erase the USB drive you cannot restore your computer Recovery 7 Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly Important Write a unique descriptive label on the backup such as Windows Recovery Backup Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that you will remember Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup that contains the factory loaded software and drivers needed by your computer you may use either a USB storage drive or if your computer features a DVD recorder one or more blank recordable DVDs Recovery 73 1 From Start type Recovery and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps G amp Acer Recovery Management Reinstall Drivers or Applications Restore Factory Settings Reinstalls factory default drivers or applications GD Customized Restore Retain User Data qE Reinstall Drivers oF Applications 2 Click Create Drivers and Applications Backup Plug in the USB drive or insert a blank DVD into the optical drive then click Next 74 Recovery e If you are using a USB drive make sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing G Acer Recovery Management e If using DVDs it will also show the number of blank recordable discs you will need to complete the recovery discs Make sure that you have the required number of identical blank discs 2 Acer Recovery Management Create
51. p the Settings charm gt Change PC settings gt Wireless 2 Under Wireless devices ensure the Bluetooth switch is set to On 3 Press and hold the keyboard s Power button until the function LED comes on the function LED will turn on for 5 seconds and then turn off 4 To turn off the keyboard press and hold the keyboard s Power button until the function LED blinks Release the Power button Note To save power turn the keyboard off when not in use 3 N Your Acer computer tour Pairing with the X313 If your Bluetooth keyboard loses connection with the X313 you will need to pair again After the pairing process is complete you re able to turn your keyboard off and on again without having to pair again 1 2 Tap the Settings charm gt Change PC settings gt Devices Tap the Acer Keyboard Cover option and then tap the minus sign to the right to remove the device it may take a moment for the keyboard to be removed from the device list Note The name of the keyboard may vary Press and hold the Power button until both the battery and the function LEDs blink repeatedly Release the Power button The keyboard is now in pairing mode Note The keyboard stays in pairing mode for three minutes Tap Add a device The X313 searches for any available Bluetooth devices to pair with Once it finds the Acer Keyboard Cover tap it Note The name of the keyboard may vary The screen now displays a six
52. p the Volume icon and adjust the volume accordingly e If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide Please visit www acer com Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your Frequently asked questions 59 support we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen
53. r use in other countries regions must meet the requirements for that country region For more information on power cord requirements contact an authorized reseller or service provider Protecting your hearing Warning Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time To protect your hearing follow these instructions Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods 6 Safety and comfort Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings Decrease the volume if you can t hear people speaking near you General Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out part
54. s 52 Optimizing battery life 54 Checking the battery level Battery low warning Securing your computer Using passwords Entering passwords Frequently asked questions 58 Requesting service ccceeseeseeeeeeeteeeeeees 59 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 61 Three concepts you might want to keep in mind ie How do access the charms How do get to Start 0 ee eeeeees 61 Table of contents 3 How do jump between apps How do turn off my computer Why is there a new interface How do I unlock my computer ze How do personalize my computer 63 want to use Windows in the way that I m used to give me my Where are my apps a What is a Microsoft ID account How do add a favorite to Internet IEXPlIOPGh 2 esz f acess seuss EEEE 66 How do check for Windows updates 2s eee ccsealieusi teense een nace eed 67 Where can get more information Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips Error Messages ikier 4 Table of contents Recovery Creating a recovery backup Creating a drivers and applications backup Recovering your system Reinstalling drivers and applications 77 Returning to an earlier system SNapshotive aussie tide aes 79 Returning your system to its factory condition Recovering from system recovery DVDs Recovering from Windows 0 ee
55. s that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices HDD Optical drive and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack The bottom surface areas around ventilation openings and AC adapter may get hot To avoid injury ensure they do not come in contact with your skin or body Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts Keep them out of the reach of small children Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Safety and comfort 7 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when The power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed Liquid was spilled into the product The product was exposed to rain or water The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged The product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
56. t the bottom of the screen How do I personalize the Lock screen You can personalize the lock screen with a different image or to show you quick status and notifications to suit your personal needs To change the background swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings gt Change PC settings gt Personalize Tap Lock screen at the top of the page and select the image and apps you would like to see on the lock screen Frequently asked questions 63 So how do I close an app Swipe the window downwards from the top to the bottom of the screen Can I change the screen resolution Swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search tap the text box to open the onscreen keyboard and start typing Control Panel to display the results tap Control Panel gt Adjust screen resolution want to use Windows in the way that I m used to give me my desktop back From Start tap the Desktop tile to see a traditional desktop You can pin apps you frequently use to the taskbar to easily open them If you click an app that is not a Windows Store app Windows will automatically open the app using Desktop Where are my apps Swipe the right hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search type the name of the app you would like to open using the pop up keyboard Results will be displayed on the left hand side of the screen To view the complete list of apps swipe upwards from the bottom of the screen a
57. 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 Windows power meter Warning Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery low warning appears Data will be lost if the battery becomes fully depleted and the computer shuts down 54 Battery pack When the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then connect to the mains power supply 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly The AC adapter or 1 Save all necessary files a power outletis 2 Close all applications unavailable 3 Turn off the computer The AC adapter and a power outlet are available Battery pack 55 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 Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data e Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility Once set you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility See BIOS utility on page 86 e User Password secures your computer agai
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