Acer Aspire V5-551 User Manual page 6

Setting up a home office ........................... 72
Traveling with the computer ............................. 72
Preparing the computer ............................ 72
What to take with you................................ 73
Special considerations .............................. 73
Traveling internationally with the computer...... 73
Preparing the computer ............................ 73
What to bring with you .............................. 73
Special considerations .............................. 74
Securing your computer
Using a computer security lock ........................ 75
Using passwords.............................................. 75
Entering passwords .................................. 76
Connecting to a network
Built-in network feature .................................... 77
Wireless networks
Connecting to the Internet................................ 78
Wireless networks ............................................ 78
Using a Bluetooth connection
Enabling and disabling Bluetooth..................... 80
Adding a Bluetooth device ............................... 82
HDMI
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
Playing DVD movies
BIOS utility
Boot sequence ................................................. 89
4 - Table of contents
Setting passwords ........................................... 89
Frequently asked questions
Requesting service .......................................... 92
Troubleshooting............................................... 94
Troubleshooting tips................................. 94
Error messages........................................ 94
Tips and hints for using Windows 8................. 96
Three concepts you might want to
keep in mind............................................. 96
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How do I access the charms? .................. 96
How do I get to Start? .............................. 96
How do I jump between apps?................. 97
How do I turn off my computer? ............... 97
Why is there a new interface?.................. 97
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How do I unlock my computer?................ 98
How do I personalize my computer?........ 98
I want to use Windows in the way
78
that I'm used to - give me my
desktop back! ........................................... 99
Where are my apps?................................ 99
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What is a Microsoft ID (account)? .......... 101
How do I add a favorite to Internet
Explorer?................................................ 101
How do I check for Windows
86
updates? ................................................ 102
Where can I get more information?........ 102
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Regulations and safety notices
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