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  • Page 1 NITRO DESKTOP COMPUTER USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 3. Install any required updates. 4. Sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already have an Acer ID, it will automatically register your product. After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with important data.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents - 3 A B L E O F C O N T E N T S First things first Universal Serial Bus (USB) Your guides..............5 USB Type-C port Basic care and tips for using your computer.... 5 HDMI Turning your computer off..........
  • Page 4 In this section you will find: • Useful information on caring for your computer and your health • How to create recovery backups • Guidelines for connecting to a network and using Bluetooth • Information on using Acer’s bundled software...

  • Page 5: First Things First

    First things first - 5 I R S T T HI N G S F I R S T We would like to thank you for making this Acer desktop computer your choice for meeting your computing needs. Your guides...

  • Page 6: Taking Care Of Your Computer

    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.

  • Page 7: Taking Care Of Your Ac Adapter

    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.

  • Page 8: Recovery

    28) do not help, you can recover your computer. Acer This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer provides Care Center , which allows you to reset your PC, refresh your PC, or create a factory default Acer Care Center backup.

  • Page 9: Backing Up Your Wireless And Lan Drivers

    Recovery - 9 5. Everything on the drive will be deleted. Click Create to continue. 6. You will be shown the backup progress on the screen. 7. Follow the process until it completes. 8. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. Important Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'.

  • Page 10: Reset This Pc And Remove Everything

    10 - Recovery 3. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your personal files. Click Next to continue. Important If you have apps installed on your PC, they will be removed. 4. Resetting the PC will reinstall Windows, change settings back to their factory defaults and remove all preinstalled apps and programs without removing your personal files.
  • Page 11 Recovery - 11 Select Remove files and clean the drive if you are not keeping your computer. This process will take longer, but will be more secure. Warning Remove files and clean the drive" Selecting " will remove all of your personal files and accounts, along with pre-existing drivers that may affect your Windows installation.

  • Page 12: Connecting To The Internet

    12 - Connecting to the Internet O N N E C T I N G T O T H E N T E R N E T This chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connected to the internet. For detailed information, please refer to Network connections on page Your computer’s built-in network features make it easy for you to connect your computer...

  • Page 13: Connecting With A Cable

    Connecting to the Internet - 13 2. Click Network icon in the notification area. Note If Wi-Fi is turned off, please click Wi-Fi tile to turn it on. 3. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use. 4.
  • Page 14 Keeping your computer and data safe... In this section you will find: • How to secure your computer • Setting passwords...

  • Page 15: Securing Your Computer

    Securing your computer - 15 E C U R I N G Y O U R C O M P U T E R Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer.
  • Page 16 16 - Securing your computer • Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press Enter. Important You have three chances to enter a password. If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts.

  • Page 17: Bios Utility

    BIOS utility - 17 B I O S U T I L I T Y 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 normally need to run this utility.

  • Page 18: Power Management

    18 - Power management OWER M A N A G E M E N T 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.
  • Page 19 Ports and connectors... In this section you will find: • Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer...

  • Page 20: 20 - Ports And Connectors

    20 - Ports and connectors O R T S A N D C O N N E C T O R S The tables below indicate what the different icons represent. Note The ports and connectors listed below may not be available on all models. Icon Item Icon...

  • Page 21: Rear Panel Audio Ports

    Ports and connectors - 21 • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperSpeed USB). Rear panel audio ports The table below indicates the functions of the audio jacks on the rear panel (if available). Icon color Headset Stereo Quadrophonic 5.1-channel...

  • Page 22: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)

    Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers have a black tongue in the port, while USB 3.0 ports have a blue tongue. For best performance, USB 3.0 devices should always be plugged into USB 3.0 ports.

  • Page 23: Usb Type-C Port

    The Type-C port is reversable; connectors may be inserted with either side up. Note On Acer computers USB Type-C ports support up to USB 3.1 (SuperSpeed USB, 5 Gbps). Other USB devices with a USB Type-C connector are supported, but transfer speed may be reduced and certain functions will be disabled (such as Thunderbolt video support).

  • Page 24: Hdmi

    24 - HDMI H D M I HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to connect any compatible digital audio/video source, such as your computer, a set-top box, DVD player, and audio/video receiver to any compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV) with a single cable.

  • Page 25: Sd Card Reader

    SD card reader - 25 C A R D READER SD (Secure Digital) cards are used in a wide selection of digital cameras, tablets, media players and cellular phones. Inserting an SD card 1. Align the card so that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down.
  • Page 26 26 - SD card reader contain up to 2048 GB (2 TB). Your computer provides an SDHC or SDXC compatible card reader. Note SDXC memory cards can only be used in an SDXC-compatible reader; SD and SDHC cards can be used in either type.

  • Page 27: Video And Audio Connectors

    Video and audio connectors - 27 ID EO A N D A U D I O C O N N E C T O R S Add an external monitor to your computer via a video port. The type of port available depends on your computer’s configuration.
  • Page 28 Got a question? In this section you will find: • Frequently asked questions • Tips for using Windows 10 • Troubleshooting information • How to protect yourself while online • Where to find Acer service center contact information...

  • Page 29: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently asked questions - 29 R E Q U E N T L Y A SK ED Q U E S T I O N S The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer.
  • Page 30 30 - Frequently asked questions No audio is heard from the computer. Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the icon and drag the slider to the right to increase the volume. •...

  • Page 31: Requesting Service

    1. If there is a D2D Recovery setting in Main, make sure it is Enabled. 2. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reboot. Note To access the BIOS utility, press F2 when you see the Acer logo during boot up. For more information, see Restoring your computer on page...

  • Page 32: Tips And Hints For Using Windows 10

    F r e q u e n t ly a sk 32 - Frequently asked questions Tips and hints for using Windows 10 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.
  • Page 33 Frequently asked questions - 33 Can I personalize the Lock screen? You can personalize the lock screen with a different image, to run a slideshow of images, or to show you quick status and notifications to suit your personal needs. Windows key Windows Start button To change the background, press the...

  • Page 34: How Do I Set The Alarm

    34 - Frequently asked questions Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? Yes, you can. Right-click on a tile and select Resize. Select a size from the menu that appears. Can I change the screen resolution? Yes, you can. Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and type 'Resolution' in the text box to display the results;...

  • Page 35: Where Are My Apps

    Frequently asked questions - 35 Where are my apps? Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and click search box, start typing the name of the app you would like to open. How do I make an app appear on Start? Start If you're in all apps list and you want to make an app appear on , right-click an app...

  • Page 36: How Do I Check For Windows Updates

    > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Select Advanced options to configure the settings. Where can I get more information? For more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 10 information: go.acer.com/windows-tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    F r e q u e n t l y a s ke d q ue s t io n s Frequently asked questions - 37 Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer.
  • Page 38 38 - Frequently asked questions Error messages Corrective action Press F2 (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility, then press Memory size mismatch Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.

  • Page 39: Internet And Online Security

    Internet and online security - 39 N T E R N E T A N D ONLI NE S E C U R I T Y First steps on the net Protecting your computer It is vital to protect your computer from viruses and attacks over the internet (see Internet security software on page 42).

  • Page 40: Network Connections

    40 - Internet and online security connection is recommended only if you have limited use of the internet as the connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged per hour. DSL (e.g. ADSL) DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is an ‘always-on’ connection that runs over the phone line. As DSL and phone do not use the same frequencies, you can use your telephone at the same time you are connected to the internet (this requires a ‘micro-filter’...
  • Page 41 Internet and online security - 41 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.

  • Page 42: Surf The Net

    Internet security software To help you stay ahead of cybercriminals, Acer has partnered with Norton to offer you security for all your devices.
  • Page 43 Internet and online security - 43 Select Acer computers include protection by Norton Security Norton Security is pre-installed on select Acer computers, protecting your identity and financial data from viruses, spyware, malware and other online threats. Learn more about how to stay safe online and how to stay protected after your introductory subscription ends.
  • Page 44 44 - Internet and online security Don't be fooled if someone calls your phone A tech support scam is a form of online fraud where people call you on the phone saying they're Technical Support from a trusted company like Norton or Microsoft and that you have a virus.
  • Page 45 Internet and online security - 45 Botnets A botnet is a string of infected, connected computers coordinated together to perform a task. Botnets gain access to your machine through some piece of malicious coding. Once the software is downloaded, the botnet will now contact its master computer and let it know that everything is ready to go.
  • Page 46 46 - Internet and online security These attacks are akin to eavesdropping. Data is sent from point A (computer) to point B (server/website), and an attacker can get in-between these transmissions. They then set up tools programmed to "listen in" on transmissions, intercept data that is specifically targeted as valuable, and capture the data, such as your login credentials and passwords.
  • Page 47 Internet and online security - 47 How do I know when my computer is at risk? Action Center If the reports an alert, or if your computer behaves erratically, crashes unexpectedly or if some of your programs do not work correctly, your computer may be infected by malicious software.

  • Page 48: 48 - Playing Blu-Ray Or Dvd Movies

    48 - Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies D V D LAYING AY OR MOVI ES If your computer is equipped with a Blu-Ray or DVD drive, you can play movies on your computer or on a high-definition TV via HDMI. 1.

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