Disposal instructions iii
First things first iv
Your guides iv
Basic care and tips for using your computer iv
Turning your computer on and off iv
Taking care of your computer v
Taking care of your AC adapter v
Taking care of your battery pack vi
Cleaning and servicing vi
Acer Empowering Technology 1
Acer eDataSecurity Management 2
Acer eLock Management 3
Acer ePerformance Management 4
Acer eRecovery Management 5
Acer eSettings Management 6
Acer eNet Management 6
Acer ePower Management 8
Acer ePresentation Management 9
An Aspire tour 10
Front view 10
Closed front view 11
Left view 12
Right view 13
Rear view 14
Base view 15
Specifications 16
Indicators 19
Easy-launch buttons 20
Touchpad 21
Touchpad basics 21
Using the keyboard 23
Lock keys 23
Windows keys 24
Hotkeys 24
Special keys 26
Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 27
Using a computer security lock 27
Audio 28
Adjusting the volume 28
Using the system utilities 29
Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 29
Launch Manager 30
Norton AntiVirus 31
Microphone features 32
Frequently asked questions 33
Requesting service 36
International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 36
Before you call 36
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