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- Page 1 Veriton All-in-one Computer User’s Manual...
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Page 2: Register Your Acer Product
2. Open www.acer.com and select your country. 3. Click REGISTER A PRODUCT. 4. Sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already have an Acer ID. Register your Acer 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 Register your Acer product ......2 Ports and connectors Manage your registered products ....2 Information on USB 3.0......25 Rear panel audio ports......26 First things first Your guides .......... - Page 4 Getting started... 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 • Information on using Acer’s bundled software...
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Page 5: First Things First
We would like to thank you for making this Acer desktop computer your choice for meeting your computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Acer desktop computer, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Setup Guide (or Setup Poster) helps you get started with setting up your computer. -
Page 6: Taking Care Of Your Computer
6 - First things first 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. •... -
Page 7: Cleaning And Servicing
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 Frequently asked questions on... -
Page 8: Connecting To The Internet
Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup. Select your network and enter the password if required. Acer notebook computers feature an Airplane mode hotkey that turns the network connection on or off. You can use the network... - Page 9 Connecting to the Internet - 9 management options to turn your wireless network on/off or control what is shared over the network. To connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below. 1. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection through the ISP of your choice.
- Page 10 10 - Connecting to the Internet 4. Select Network & internet. 5. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use.
- Page 11 Connecting to the Internet - 11 6. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect. 7. If required, enter the network’s password.
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Page 12: Connecting With A Cable
12 - Connecting to the Internet Connecting with a cable Built-in network feature Plug one end of a network cable into the network port on your computer, and the other end into a port on your router. (Refer to the image below.) Then, you'll be ready to get online. - Page 13 - 13 Keeping your computer and data safe... In this section you will find: • How to secure your computer • Setting passwords...
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Page 14: Acer Proshield
• Data Removal - File shredder • Information - About this software Setting up Acer ProShield The first time you run Acer ProShield, you will be led through a setup wizard that allows you to set up the parameters for Acer ProShield. - Page 15 Acer ProShield - 15 Click Start to begin. You will be required to set a password, and can choose to create a Personal Secure Drive. Note Select a password that you will remember, but is difficult to guess. Do not use words that can be found in a dictionary.
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Page 16: Personal Secure Drive
16 - Acer ProShield Personal Secure Drive The Personal Secure Disk (PSD) is a secure section of your hard disk where you can save files. You can only get access to the PSD via password authentication. Once setup is finished, you can go to the ProShield Console to manage your computer or make changes to the settings. -
Page 17: Credential Manager
Acer ProShield - 17 Credential Manager Here you can set and manage your credentials, including Pre-boot authentication. You can change your ProShield and Windows passwords, register fingerprints, manage online account information, and back up or restore credential information. Data Protection Here you can select files for encryption or decryption, and manage your Personal Secure Drive. -
Page 18: Data Removal
18 - Acer ProShield Data Removal Here you can select files to be completely removed from the hard disk. The File Shredder overwrites the data to make recovering the data impossible. Warning Make sure you select only the information you want to shred. Once you... -
Page 19: Bios Utility
BIOS utility - 19 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. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. -
Page 20: Securing Your Computer
20 - Securing your computer E C U R I N G Y O U R C O MP U TE R Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. - Page 21 Securing your computer - 21 • 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.
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Page 22: Power Management
22 - Power management O W E R 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 23 Power management - 23 5. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 6. Select Save changes.
- Page 24 24 - Ports and connectors... In this section you will find: • Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer...
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Page 25: Ports And Connectors
Ports and connectors - 25 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 26: Rear Panel Audio Ports
26 - Ports and connectors • 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 Blue Rear Rear... -
Page 27: Micro Usb
Micro USB - 27 U SB I C R O The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up system resources. The Micro USB port provides a compact port that is compatible with USB 2.0 devices. -
Page 28: Memory Card Reader
28 - Memory card reader E M O R Y C A R D R E A D E R Connectivity options Your computer has a card reader and other ports/jacks that allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the following section. - Page 29 Memory card reader - 29 (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. Removing a card from a memory card reader 1.
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Page 30: 30 - Video And Audio Connectors
30 - Video and audio connectors I D E O A N D A U D I O C O N N E C T O R S Connect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection supported depends your... -
Page 31: Hdmi
HDMI - 31 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 32: Hdmi Micro
32 - HDMI Micro H D M I M I C R O 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 33: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)
Note 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 34 34 - 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...
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Page 35: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions - 35 R E Q U E N TL Y A S K E D 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 36 36 - Frequently asked questions • The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click the icon and deselect the Mute all option. • The volume level may be too low. Check the volume from the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar.
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Page 37: Requesting Service
2. Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled. 3. Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reboot. Note To activate the BIOS utility, press <F2> when you see the Acer logo during boot up. For more information,... - Page 38 38 - Frequently asked questions If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service site, you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide. Please visit www.acer.com. Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you call.
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Page 39: Tips And Hints For Using Windows 10
F r e qu e nt ly a sk Frequently asked questions - 39 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. How do I get to Start? Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button on the lower left-hand corner of the screen. - Page 40 40 - Frequently asked questions 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. To change the background, press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings >...
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Page 41: How Do I Set The Alarm
Frequently asked questions - 41 Can I change the screen resolution? Yes, you can. Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and type 'Control Panel' in the text box to display the results; select Control Panel > Adjust screen resolution. Alternatively, you can also right-click anywhere on the desktop and select Screen resolution. -
Page 42: Where Are My Apps
42 - Frequently asked questions Where are my apps? Move your cursor to the lower left-hand corner of the screen and select Search, start typing the name of the app you would like to open. How do I make an app appear on Start? If you're in All apps and you want to make an app appear on Start, right-click an app and select Pin to Start. -
Page 43: How Do I Check For Windows Updates
> Update & recovery > Windows Update. Select Advanced options to configure the settings. Where can I get more information? For more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 8, 8.1 and 10 tutorials: www.acer.com/windows- tutorial • Support FAQs: support.acer.com... -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
R E Q U E N T LY 44 - Frequently asked questions 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. Do not attempt to open the computer yourself;... - Page 45 Frequently asked questions - 45 Error messages Corrective action Keyboard error or no Contact your dealer or an authorized service keyboard connected center. Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service error center. Press <F2> (during POST) to enter the BIOS Memory size utility, then press Exit in the BIOS utility to mismatch...
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Page 46: Internet And Online Security
46 - Internet and online security N T E R N E T A N D O N L I N E 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 Security on page 50). -
Page 47: Network Connections
Internet and online security - 47 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 48 48 - Internet and online security network is easy and allows you to share files, peripheral devices and an internet connection. What are benefits of a wireless network? Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you and other users of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to the network, for example a printer or scanner.
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Page 49: Surf The Net
Acer is dedicated to provide you with on-going personalied support. Check out our Support section to get help tailored to your needs. www.acer.com is your portal to a world of online activities and services: visit us regularly for the latest information and downloads! -
Page 50: Security
Note Acer guarantees that your computer was 100% virus free at the time of purchase and does not cover damages due to viruses. What is spyware? Spyware refers to generally unwanted programs that are downloaded onto your computer while connected to the internet, often without you knowing it. - Page 51 Internet and online security - 51 However, some kinds of spyware go beyond simple tracking and actually monitor keystrokes and capture passwords, posing a serious security risk. What is malware? Malicious software, also known as malware, is software designed to deliberately harm your computer.
- Page 52 A complete version of McAfee Internet Security Suite is pre-installed on your Acer system. It includes a free trial subscription to protection updates. Make sure you Activate it!
- Page 53 Internet and online security - 53 Choose strong passwords and keep them safe Passwords are a fact of life on the internet today; we use them for everything from ordering flowers and online banking to logging into our favorite airline web site to see how many miles we have accumulated.
- Page 54 54 - Internet and online security information immediately or else something bad will happen. Don't take the bait. • Do not click on a link in an email, unless you specifically asked for the email to be sent to you. If you get an email asking you to click on a link to perform an action, such as resetting your password, and you didn’t ask to reset your password, type the website address into your browser by yourself.
- Page 55 Internet and online security - 55 Online offers that look too good to be true usually are The old saying "there's no such thing as a free lunch" still rings true today. Supposedly "free" software such as screen savers or smileys, secret investment tricks sure to make you untold fortunes, and contests that you've surprisingly won without entering are the enticing hooks used by companies to grab your attention.
- Page 56 56 - Internet and online security can improve your computing experience and help protect your computer against new viruses and attacks. How do I know when my computer is at risk? If the Action Center 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.
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Page 57: Playing Blu-Ray Or Dvd Movies
Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies - 57 D V D L A Y IN G A Y O R MO VIES 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.