Acer TravelMate B117-M User manual

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USER’S MANUAL
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© 2017. All Rights Reserved.
TravelMate B1
Covers: B117-M
This revision: January 2017
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Table of contents - 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Register your Acer product ......................... 2
Manage your registered products ............... 2
First things first 6
Your guides ............................................. 6
Basic care and tips for using your
computer.................................................. 7
Turning your computer off........................... 7
Taking care of your computer ..................... 7
Taking care of your AC adapter .................. 8
Cleaning and servicing................................ 8
Your Acer notebook tour 9
Screen view ............................................. 9
Keyboard view ....................................... 10
Left view ............................................... 10
Right view ............................................. 12
Cover view ............................................ 12
Base view .............................................. 13
Using the keyboard 14
Lock keys and embedded numeric
keypad................................................... 14
Hotkeys ..................................................... 14
Windows keys........................................ 16
Using the Precision Touchpad 17
Touchpad gestures................................ 17
Changing touchpad settings .................. 18
Recovery 21
Creating a factory default backup.......... 21
Backing up your wireless and LAN
drivers.................................................... 24
Restoring your computer ....................... 24
Reset this PC and keep my files ............... 24
Reset this PC and remove everything ...... 25
Using a Bluetooth connection 28
Enabling and disabling Bluetooth .......... 28
Enable Bluetooth and add a device .......... 28
Connecting to the Internet 30
Connecting to a wireless network.......... 30
Connecting to a wireless LAN................... 30
Acer TeachSmart 34
Overview................................................ 34
Opening Acer TeachSmart .................... 34
Creating a group ....................................... 35
Joining a group ......................................... 36
Sharing files and activities ........................ 36
Member status .......................................... 37
Activities................................................. 38
Power Share ............................................. 38
Member..................................................... 38
Pop Quiz ................................................... 39
Survey....................................................... 40
Random .................................................... 41
Acer ProShield 43
Overview................................................ 43
Setting up Acer ProShield...................... 43
Personal Secure Drive .............................. 45
Credential Manager ............................... 46
Fingerprint Registration* ........................... 46
Data Protection ...................................... 47
Data Removal ........................................ 47
Securing your computer 48
Using a computer security lock.............. 48
Using passwords ................................... 48
Entering passwords .................................. 49
BIOS utility 50
Boot sequence....................................... 50
Setting passwords ................................. 50
Power management 51
Saving power ......................................... 51
Battery pack 53
Battery characteristics ........................... 53
Charging the battery ................................. 53
Optimizing battery life ............................... 54
Checking the battery level......................... 55
Battery-low warning .................................. 55
Traveling with your computer 56
Disconnecting from the desktop ............ 56
Moving around ....................................... 56
Preparing the computer ............................ 56
What to bring to meetings ......................... 57
Taking the computer home .................... 57
Preparing the computer ............................ 57
What to take with you................................ 58
Special considerations .............................. 58
Setting up a home office ........................... 58
Traveling with the computer................... 59
Preparing the computer ............................ 59
What to take with you................................ 59
Special considerations .............................. 59
Traveling internationally......................... 59
Preparing the computer ............................ 60
What to bring with you .............................. 60
Special considerations .............................. 60
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) 62
Memory card reader 63
HDMI 64
Frequently asked questions 66
Requesting service ................................ 68
Tips and hints for using Windows 10..... 69
How do I get to Start? ............................... 69
How do I turn off my computer?................ 69
How do I unlock my computer?................. 69
How do I set the alarm? ............................ 71
Where are my apps?................................. 72
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?............. 72
How do I check for Windows updates?..... 73
Where can I get more information?........... 73
Troubleshooting ..................................... 74
Troubleshooting tips.................................. 74
Error messages......................................... 74
Internet and online security 76
First steps on the net ............................. 76
Protecting your computer.......................... 76
Choose an Internet Service Provider........ 76
Network connections................................. 78
Surf the Net!.............................................. 80
Security ..................................................... 80
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 (or 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. 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.
There are two ways to download the User’s Manual. You must first
be connected to the internet.
1. Open Acer ControlCenter from the desktop and select My System
> Summary and click User’s Manual to download the User’s
Manual.
2. Click on the link under Support.
1. The link will open the Acer Service & Support webpage.
2. From this page you can download and install the Acer
identification tool that will automatically detect your computer’s
serial number and SNID and allow you to copy it to the clipboard.
3. Scroll down to Drivers and Manuals and search for your model by
pasting in or manually entering the serial number, SNID, or
product model.
4. Once you have found your product model, select Documents and
select your language to download the User’s Manual.
First things first - 7
Basic care and tips for using your computer
Turning your computer off
To turn the power off, do any of the following:
• Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key or
select the Windows Start button, select Power > Shut down.
• Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >
Shut down.
If you need to power down the computer for a short while, but don’t
want to completely shut it down, you can put it to Sleep by doing any
of the following:
• Press the power button.
• Press the sleep hotkey.
• Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button, select
Power > Sleep.
• Right-click the Windows Start button > Shut down or sign out >
Sleep.
Taking care of your computer
Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.
• Only use the adapter provided with your device, or an Acer-
approved adapter to power your device.
• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near
sources of heat, such as a radiator.
• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0º C (32º F) or
above 50º C (122º F).
• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.
• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.
Note
If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power
button for up to ten seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off the
computer and want to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before
powering up.
8 - First things first
• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.
• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.
• Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.
• Never place objects on top of the computer.
• Do not slam the computer display when you close it.
• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.
Taking care of your AC adapter
Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:
• Do not connect the adapter to any other device.
• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.
Route the power cord and any cables away from where people walk.
• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but
pull on the plug.
• The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not
exceed the ampere 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.
For more information, please see Got a question? on page 65.
Your Acer notebook tour - 9
YOUR ACER NOTEBOOK 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 Webcam
Web camera for video
communicat
ion.
A light next to the webcam indicates
that the
webcam is active.
2 Screen
Displays computer output.
Some models support touch input.
3 Microphone
Internal microphone for sound
recording.
1
3
2
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Keyboard view
# Icon Item Description
1
Power button Turns the computer on and off.
2 Keyboard
For entering data into your computer.
See "Using the keyboard" on page
14.
3 Touchpad
Touch-sensitive pointing device.
The touchpad and selection buttons
f
orm 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.
2
3
1
Left view
1
234 5
6
# Icon Item Description
1
DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
2
HDMI port
Supports high-definition digital
video connection
s.
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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).
3
USB port Connects to USB devices.
4
Headset/speaker
jack
Connects to audio devices (e.g.,
spe
akers, headphones) or a
headset with microphone.
5
SD card reader
Accepts one Secure Digital card
(SD
or SDHC).
Only one card can operate at any
given time.
6
Battery indicator
Indicates battery status.
Charging: The
light is amber
when the battery is charging.
Fully charged: The light is blue.
# Icon Item Description
12 - Your Acer notebook tour
Right view
1
2
# Icon Item Description
1
USB port Connects to USB devices.
2
Kensington lock
slot
Connects to a Kensington-
compatible computer security lock.
Wrap the computer security lock
cable
around an immovable object
such as a table or handle of a locked
drawer.
Insert the lock into the notch and turn
the key to secure the lock.
Keyless models are also available.
Cover view
1
# Icon Item Description
1
Power and status
indicator
Indicates power and charging status
when
the computer is off.
When your computer is on the
indicator is controlled
by the Acer
TeachSmart software.
Your Acer notebook tour - 13
Base view
3
1
4
2
# Icon Item Description
1
HDD compartment
Houses the computer’s hard disk
drive memo
ry.
2
Battery reset
pinhole
Simulates removing and reinstalling
the
battery.
Insert a paperclip into the hole and
press f
or four seconds.
3
Drain holes
Liquid spilled on the keyboard can
drain out
of the holes in the
underside of the housing.
4 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.
Charging: The light is red, orange, or green (low/mid/high
charge) as the battery is charging.
Fully charged: The
light is blue.
Powering on: The light
blinks green.
Sleep or Hibernate:
The light blinks orange (long blink
for Hibernate).
Computer is active:
See Acer TeachSmart help for more
information.
# Icon Item Description
14 - 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 and embedded numeric keypad
The keyboard has two lock keys which you can toggle 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.
Hotkeys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most
of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output.
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 embedded 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. A better solution would be to connect an
external keypad.
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.
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To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the
other key in the hotkey combination.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
<Fn> + <F3> Airplane mode
Turns on / off the computer's
network devices.
<Fn> + <F4> Sleep
Puts the computer in Sleep
mode.
<Fn> + <F5> Display toggle
Switches display output
between the display screen,
external monitor (if
connected) and both.
<Fn> + <F6> Display off
Turns the display screen
backlight off to save power.
Press any key to return.
<Fn> + <F7>
Touchpad
toggle
Turns the built-in touchpad on
and off.
<Fn> + <F8> Speaker toggle
Turns the speakers on and
off.
<Fn> + <F9>
Keyboard
backlight
decrease
Decreases the intensity of the
keyboard backlight.
<Fn> + <F10>
Keyboard
backlight
increase
Increases the intensity of the
keyboard backlight.
<Fn> + <F12>
NumLk
Num Lock
Turns the embedded numeric
keypad on or off.
<Fn> + < > Brightness up
Increases the screen
brightness.
<Fn> + < >
Brightness
down
Decreases the screen
brightness.
<Fn> + < > Volume up Increases the sound volume.
<Fn> + < > Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
16 - Using the keyboard
Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
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.
Using the Precision Touchpad - 17
USING THE PRECISION TOUCHPAD
The touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you
slide your finger across the touchpad, the cursor will follow this
movement. The Precision Touchpad (PTP) is designed to provide a
more uniform, smooth, and accurate touchpad experience. Many
applications support precision touchpad gestures that use one or
more fingers, however, some gestures may not be supported by the
specific application or program you are using.
Touchpad gestures
Single-finger slide
Slide a finger across the touchpad to move
the cursor.
Single-finger press or tap
Press the touchpad down, or lightly tap the
touchpad with your finger, to perform a
'click', which will select or start an item.
Quickly repeat the tap to perform a double
tap or 'double click'.
Two-finger press
Lightly tap the touchpad with two fingers to
perform a
'right click'. In the Start screen,
this will toggle the app commands. In most
a
pps this will open a context menu related
to the selected item.
Two-finger slide
Swiftly scroll through web pages,
documents and playlists by placing two
fingers on the touchpad and moving both in
any direction.
18 - Using the Precision Touchpad
The precision touchpad includes added technology features that help
recognize and prevent unintentional gestures such as accidental taps,
gestures, and pointer movement.
Changing touchpad settings
To change the touchpad settings to suit your personal requirements,
please do the following.
1. In the icon tray in the lower right-hand corner of the screen, select
the Notifications icon to open the Notifications pane.
Two-finger pinch
Zoom in and out of photos, maps and
documents with a simple finger-and-thumb
gesture.
Three-finger press
Lightly tap the touchpad with three fingers
to open Cortana (if your computer supports
Cortana) or open the Action Center (if your
computer does not support Cortana).
Three-finger swipe
Swipe across the touchpad with three
fingers.
- Swipe up to open Task View. Move the cursor over a
window and tap the touchpad to select that window, or
swipe downwards to exit Task View.
- Swipe down to minimize all open windows and show
Desktop; swipe upwards to restore the minimized
windows.
- Swipe left or right to switch between open windows.
Note
The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement; the lighter the touch, the better
the response. Please keep the touchpad and your fingers dry and clean.
Using the Precision Touchpad - 19
2. Select All settings.
3. Select Devices > Mouse & touchpad.
4. Now you can adjust the settings to suit your personal needs. You
can change the primary button for left- or right-handed use, turn the
touchpad off if you prefer to use a mouse, or set a delay to prevent
20 - Using the Precision Touchpad
the cursor from moving if you accidentally tap the touchpad with
your palm while working. Scroll down to see more settings.
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Acer TravelMate B117-M User manual

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