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Aspire V 15 Series
Covers: V3-575G / V3-575 / V3-574G / V3-574 / V5-591G
This revision: February 2016
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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.................................................. 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 ............................................... 11
Information on USB 3.0............................. 12
Right view ............................................. 12
Base view .............................................. 13
Using the keyboard 14
Lock keys............................................... 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
Connecting with a cable ........................ 34
Built-in network feature ............................. 34
Connecting to a cellular network ........... 34
Acer Bluelight Shield 35
Securing your computer 37
Using a computer security lock.............. 37
Using passwords ................................... 37
Entering passwords .................................. 38
BIOS utility 39
Boot sequence....................................... 39
Setting passwords ................................. 39
Power management 40
Saving power ......................................... 40
Battery pack 42
Battery characteristics ........................... 42
Charging the battery ................................. 42
Optimizing battery life ............................... 43
Checking the battery level......................... 44
Battery-low warning .................................. 44
Traveling with your computer 45
Disconnecting from the desktop ............ 45
Moving around ....................................... 45
Preparing the computer ............................ 45
What to bring to meetings ......................... 46
Taking the computer home .................... 46
Preparing the computer ............................ 46
What to take with you................................ 47
Special considerations .............................. 47
Setting up a home office ........................... 47
Traveling with the computer................... 48
Preparing the computer ............................ 48
What to take with you................................ 48
Special considerations .............................. 48
Traveling internationally......................... 48
Preparing the computer ............................ 49
What to bring with you .............................. 49
Special considerations .............................. 49
Memory card reader 51
Connectivity options............................... 51
Video and audio connectors 53
Universal Serial Bus (USB) 54
HDMI 55
Frequently asked questions 57
Requesting service ................................ 59
Tips and hints for using Windows 10 ..... 60
How do I get to Start? ............................... 60
How do I turn off my computer?................ 60
How do I unlock my computer?................. 60
How do I set the alarm? ............................ 62
Where are my apps?................................. 63
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?............. 63
How do I check for Windows updates?..... 64
Where can I get more information?........... 64
Troubleshooting ..................................... 65
Troubleshooting tips.................................. 65
Error messages......................................... 65
Internet and online security 67
First steps on the net ............................. 67
Protecting your computer.......................... 67
Choose an Internet Service Provider........ 67
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Network connections................................. 69
Surf the Net!.............................................. 71
Security ..................................................... 71
Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies 78
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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 Care Center 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.
Basic care and tips for using your computer
Turning your computer off
To turn the power off, do any of the following:
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• 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.
• 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 more than four 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.
For more information, please see Got a question? on page 56.
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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.
3
SD card reader
Accepts one Secure Digital (SD or
S
DHC) card.
Only one card can operate at a time.
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Keyboard view
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Power indicator
Indicates the computer’s power
status.
Battery indicator
Indicates the computer’s battery
status.
Cha
rging: The ligh
t shows amber
when the battery is charging.
Fully charged: The lig
ht shows blue
when in AC mode.
# Icon Item Description
1 Keyboard
For entering data into your computer.
See "Using the keyboard" on page
14.
2 Touchpad
Touch-sensitive pointing device.
The touchpad and selection buttons
fo
rm 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.
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2
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3
# Icon Item Description
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Left view
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# Icon Item Description
1
Kensington lock
slot
Connects to a Kensington-compatible
computer security lock.
Wrap the computer security lock
cable arou
nd 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.
2
Ventilation and
cooling fa
n
Allows the computer to stay cool.
Do not cover or obstruct the
openings.
3
External display
(VGA) port
Connects to a display device (e.g.,
external monitor, LCD projector).
4
Ethernet (RJ-45)
port
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/
1000-based network.
5
HDMI port
Supports high-definition digital video
conn
ections.
6
USB ports Connect to USB devices.
7
Headset/
speaker jack
Connects to audio devices (e.g.,
spea
kers, headphones) or a headset
with microphone.
3 Microphone
Internal microphone for sound
recording.
4
Power button Turns the computer on and off.
# Icon Item Description
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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).
Right view
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# Icon Item Description
1
USB port Connects to USB devices.
2 Optical drive
Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or
DVD
s.
On selected models only.
3
Optical disk
a
ccess indicator
Lights up when the optical drive is
active.
4
Optical drive
e
ject button
Ejects the optical disk from the drive.
5
Emergency eject
ho
le
Ejects the optical drive tray when the
computer is tu
rned off.
Carefully insert a straightened paper
clip to e
ject the optical drive tray.
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DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
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Base view
1
2
3
# Icon Item Description
1
Battery reset
pinhole
Simulates removing and reinstalling
the bat
tery.
Insert a paperclip into the hole and
press for fo
ur seconds.
2 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.
3
Ventilation and
cooling fa
n
Allows the computer to stay cool.
Do not cover or obstruct the
openings.
14 - Using the keyboard
USING THE KEYBOARD
The keyboard has full-sized keys and a separate numeric keypad,
separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
Lock keys
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
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.
Lock key Description
Caps Lock
When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters
typed are in uppercase.
Num Lock
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.
Scroll Lock
<Fn> + <F12>
When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up
or down when you press the up or down arrow keys
respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some
applications.
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.
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<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
Turns the keyboard backlight
on and off.
Also adjusts the backlight
brightness.
<Fn> + <F12>Scr Lk
Turns the scroll lock feature
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.
<Fn> +
<Home>
Play/Pause
Play or pause a selected
media file.
<Fn> +
<Pg Up>
Stop
Stop playing the selected
media file.
<Fn> +
<Pg Dn>
Previous
Return to the previous media
file.
<Fn> +
<End>
Next Jump to the next media file.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
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.
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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 Tas k Vi ew. 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.
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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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