Acer SW713-51GN User manual

USER’S MANUAL

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Covers: SW713-51GNP

This revision: January 2018

Regulatory model number: N17W4

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Table of contents - 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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 computer tour 9

Screen view ............................................. 9

Rear view............................................... 10

Top view ................................................ 10

Left view ................................................ 11

Right view .............................................. 11

Information on USB 3.0............................. 12

USB Type-C Information........................... 12

Base view .............................................. 12

Keyboard view ....................................... 13

Attaching and detaching the keyboard .. 14

Acer AutoStand™ feature...................... 16

Using the keyboard 18

Lock keys............................................... 18

Special keys.............................................. 19

Hotkeys ..................................................... 20

Windows keys........................................ 20

Using the Precision Touchpad 21

Touchpad gestures................................ 21

Changing touchpad settings .................. 23

Recovery 25

Creating a factory default backup.......... 25

Backing up your wireless and LAN

drivers.................................................... 28

Restoring your computer ....................... 28

Reset this PC and keep my files ............... 28

Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 29

Using a Bluetooth connection 32

Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 32

Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 32

Connecting to the Internet 34

Connecting to a wireless network.......... 34

Connecting to a wireless LAN................... 34

Bluelight Shield 38

Securing your computer 40

Using passwords ................................... 40

Entering passwords .................................. 40

Fingerprint Reader 42

How to use the fingerprint reader .......... 42

Fingerprint reader desigh with POA

(Power on Authentication) ..................... 47

Power-on and login with one touch........... 47

BIOS utility 48

Boot sequence....................................... 48

Setting passwords ................................. 48

Power management 49

Saving power ......................................... 49

Battery pack 51

Battery characteristics ........................... 51

Charging the battery ................................. 51

Optimizing battery life ............................... 52

Checking the battery level......................... 53

Battery-low warning .................................. 53

Traveling with your computer 54

Disconnecting from the desktop ............ 54

Moving around ....................................... 54

Preparing the computer ............................ 54

What to bring to meetings ......................... 55

Taking the computer home .................... 55

Preparing the computer ............................ 55

What to take with you................................ 56

Special considerations .............................. 56

Setting up a home office ........................... 56

Traveling with the computer................... 57

Preparing the computer ............................ 57

What to take with you................................ 57

Special considerations .............................. 57

Traveling internationally......................... 57

Preparing the computer ............................ 58

What to bring with you .............................. 58

Special considerations .............................. 58

Universal Serial Bus (USB) 60

Thunderbolt 3 port 61

Displays ................................................. 61

SD card reader 62

Video and audio connectors 63

Connecting a monitor............................. 63

Headphones and microphone................ 63

Frequently asked questions 65

Requesting service ................................ 67

Tips and hints for using Windows 10 ..... 68

How do I get to Start? ............................... 68

How do I turn off my computer?................ 68

How do I unlock my computer?................. 68

How do I set the alarm?............................ 70

Where are my apps?................................. 70

What is a Microsoft ID (account)?............. 71

How do I check for Windows updates?..... 72

Where can I get more information?........... 72

Troubleshooting ..................................... 73

Troubleshooting tips.................................. 73

Error messages......................................... 73

4 - Table of contents

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!.............................................. 78

Internet security software.......................... 79

Getting started...

In this section you will find:

• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health

• Where to find the power button, ports and connectors

• Tips and tricks for using the touchpad and keyboard

• How to create recovery backups

• Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth

• Information on using Acer’s bundled software

6 - First things first

FIRST THINGS FIRST

We would like to thank you for making this Acer notebook your choice

for meeting your mobile computing needs.

Your guides

To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of

guides:

First off, the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your

computer.

The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions

of your new computer. For more on how your computer can help you

to be more productive, please refer to the User’s Manual. This guide

contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities, data

recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting.

Once you have connected to the internet, you can download updates

for your computer from:

http://go.acer.com/?id=17883

1. The link will open the Acer Service & Support webpage.

2. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by

pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or

product model.

3. From this page you can also download and install the Acer

identification utility that will automatically detect your computer’s

serial number and SNID and allow you to copy it to the clipboard.

4. Once you have found your product model, any updates, or

documents will be listed.

Basic care and tips for using your computer

Turning your computer off

To turn the power off, do any of the following:

• Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or

select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down.

First things first - 7

• Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >

Shut down.

If you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don’t

want to completely shut it down, you can put it to Sleep by doing any

of the following:

• Press the power button.

• Press the sleep hotkey.

• Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select

Power > Sleep.

• Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >

Sleep.

Taking care of your computer

Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.

• Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer-

approved adapter to power your device.

• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near

sources of heat, such as a radiator.

• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0º C (32º F) or

above 50º C (122º F).

• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.

• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.

• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.

• Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.

• Never place objects on top of the computer.

• Do not slam the computer display when you close it.

• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.

Note

If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power

button for up to ten seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off the

computer and want to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before

powering up.

8 - First things first

Taking care of your AC adapter

Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:

• Do not connect the adapter to any other device.

• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.

Route the power cord and any cables away from where people walk.

• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but

pull on the plug.

• The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not

exceed the ampere 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.

2. Disconnect the AC adapter.

3. Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

If your computer is dropped or visibly damaged, or does not work

normally, please contact your nearest authorized Acer service center.

Your Acer computer tour - 9

YOUR ACER COMPUTER TOUR

After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us

show you around your new Acer computer.

Screen view

# Icon Item Description

1 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.

2 Front camera

Camera for video communication or

taking photos.

A light next to the camera indicates

that the camera is active.

3 Touchscreen

Displays computer output, supports

multi-touch input.

4

Fingerprint

reader

Fingerprint reader for Windows Hello

and POA (Power on Authentic

ation).

(Specifications vary depending on

model.)

2

3

4

1

10 - Your Acer computer tour

Rear view

Top view

# Icon Item Description

1 Rear camera

Camera for video communication or

taking photos.

2

Acer AutoStand

™

Allows the computer to function as a

display.

3 Stylus pen Insert the stylus pen into the slot.

# Icon Item Description

1 Microphones

4 array microphones for far-field

technology that allows users to

access Cortana up to 4 meters away.

1

3

2

1

Your Acer computer tour - 11

Left view

Right view

# Icon Item Description

1

Volume control

key

Adjusts the system volume.

2 Power button

Press to turn the computer on and

off.

Indicates the computer’s battery

status.

Charging: The light shows amber

when the battery is charging.

Fully charged: The light goes off

when fully charged.

Power on: The light shows blue

when in power on mode.

3 Stylus slot Holds the stylus pen.

# Icon Item Description

1

USB Type-C /

Thunderbolt

™

3

port

Connects to USB devices with a USB

Type-C connector.

2 USB port Connects to USB devices.

3 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.

12 3

12 3 4 5

12 - Your Acer computer tour

Information on USB 3.0

• USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue.

• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices.

• For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices.

• Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB).

USB Type-C Information

• USB 3.1 Gen 2 with transfer speeds up to10 Gbps.

• Supports DisplayPort

™

audio/video output.

• Delivers up to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging.

• DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 15~65 W

at 12~20 V.

For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter

or USB Power Delivery device.

Base view

4

Headset/

speaker jack

Connects to audio devices (e.g.,

speakers, headphones) or a headset

with microphone.

5

MicroSD card

slot

Insert a microSD card into this slot.

# Icon Item Description

1 Trigger buttons

Press down the trigger buttons on a

flat surface to pop out the kickstand.

2

Keyboard

connector

Connects to the keyboard.

2

1

Your Acer computer tour - 13

Keyboard view

# Icon Item Description

1

Keyboard

connector

Connects to the computer.

2 Keyboard

For entering data into your computer.

See "Using the keyboard" on page

18.

3 Touchpad

Touch-sensitive pointing device.

The touchpad and selection buttons

form a single surface.

Press down firmly on the touchpad

surface to perform a left click.

Press down firmly on the lower right

corner to perform a right click.

1

2

3

14 - Your Acer computer tour

Attaching and detaching the keyboard

The Acer Snap Hinge Gold makes attaching and detaching the

keyboard fast and easy.

Attach the pad and keyboard to function as a laptop. Prop the

keyboard up using the magnetic strip at the top of the keyboard for a

better typing experience.

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Detach the computer from the keyboard by lifting one corner to

release it from the keyboard to function as a tablet.

The adjustable kickstand allows the computer to also function as a

display that you can control using touch input.

16 - Your Acer computer tour

Acer AutoStand

™

feature

1.Press down the trigger buttons on a flat surface.

2.The Acer AutoStand

™

automatically will pop out.

1

2

Your Acer computer tour - 17

Adjust the display forward and backward to the suitbable viewing

angle.

18 - Using the keyboard

USING THE KEYBOARD

The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad,

separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

Lock keys

The keyboard has lock keys which you can use to turn keyboard

functions on and off.

The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric

keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right

corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control

key symbols are not printed on the keys.

Lock key Description

Caps Lock

When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters

typed are in uppercase.

Num Lock

Fn + F12

When Num Lock is on, the keypad is in numeric

mode. The keys function as a calculator (complete

with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use this

mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data

entry.

Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off

Number keys on

embedded keypad

Type numbers in a normal

manner.

Cursor-control keys

on embedded

keypad

Hold Shift while using

cursor-control keys.

Hold Fn while using

cursor-control keys.

Main keyboard

keys

Hold Fn while typing

letters on embedded

keypad.

Type the letters in a

normal manner.

Using the keyboard - 19

Special keys

Your computer’s keyboard includes keys that activate special

functions. The function of each key is clearly marked with an icon.

Icon Function Description

Fn

Hotkey for

second

function

Activates a second function on certain keys.

E.g. press the Fn key to activate the F1 to

F12 keys.

Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

Airplane mode

Turns on / off the computer's network

devices.

Brightness

down

Decreases the screen brightness.

Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.

Display toggle

Switches display output between the display

screen, external monitor (if connected) and

both.

Display off

Turns the display screen backlight off to save

power. Press any key to return.

Touchpad

toggle

Turns the built-in touchpad on and off.

Keyboard

backlight

toggle

Turns the keyboard backlight on and off.

Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.

Volume down Decreases the sound volume.

Volume up Increases the sound volume.

NumLk

Numeric Lock

Turns the embedded numeric keypad on or

off.

Pause

Br

Pause / Break Sends a Break Command.

Insert

Insert Turns Insert on or off.

Pg Up

Page up Scrolls up a page in a document.

Pg Dn

Page down Scrolls down a page in a document.

20 - Using the keyboard

Hotkeys

The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most

of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output.

To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the

other key in the hotkey combination.

Windows keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

Hotkey Function Description

Fn + Special

keys (see page

19)

Function keys Activates the F1 to F12 keys.

Fn + Pg Up Home

Scrolls to the beginning of a

document.

Fn + Pg Dn End Scrolls to the end of a document.

Key Description

Windows key

Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen

or to return to the last open app.

It can also be used with other keys for

special functions, please check Windows

Help.

Application key

This key has the same effect as clicking

the right mouse button; it opens the

application's context menu.

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