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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Operating System version. Images provided herein are for reference only and may contain information or features that do not apply to your computer. Acer Group shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual.
  • Page 3 Boot sequence ........68 Keyboard view ........15 Setting passwords......... 68 Left view ..........16 Power management USB 3.2 (AN16-73) / USB 2.0 (AN16-43) Saving power ......... 69 information ..........16 Battery pack Right view ..........17 Battery characteristics ......71 USB 3.2 Gen 2 information .....
  • Page 4 4 - Table of contents Network connections ......94 Internet security software ....... 96 Surf the Net!..........96...
  • Page 5 • Where to find the power button, ports and connectors • Windows 11 interface overview • 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...
  • Page 6 Damages to your product arising from cryptocurrency mining or related activities are excluded from your product's warranty. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Setup Guide helps you get started with setting up your computer and introduces the basic features and functions of your new computer.
  • Page 7 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 8 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 9 • The charging port must be clean and free from debris and should only be used with Acer charging equipment. Use of a non-Acer battery or charging equipment can cause damage to the product and will void the warranty.
  • Page 10 • Device with removable battery: The battery should only be replaced with parts approved by Acer. Do not replace the battery with any parts other than approved ones. This notebook uses a Lithium-based battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet or corrosive environment.
  • Page 11 Batteries may also explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. Wireless devices may be susceptible to interference from the battery, which could affect performance. Note Please refer to www.acer.com for battery shipping documents.
  • Page 12 12 - First things first Internal battery • Do not attempt to replace a built-in rechargeable battery, battery replacement must be done by an Acer- authorized repair facility. Recharge the battery by following the instruction included in the product documentation.
  • Page 13 First things first - 13 • using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge. • Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources for extended periods of time.
  • Page 14 O U R C E R N O T E B O O K T O U R After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Acer computer. Screen view Icon...
  • Page 15 Your Acer notebook tour - 15 Keyboard view Icon Item Description Switches to different modes in Mode key turns. For entering data into your Keyboard computer. See "Using the keyboard" on page 21. Touch-sensitive pointing device. The touchpad and selection buttons form a single surface.
  • Page 16 USB 3.2 (AN16-73) / USB 2.0 (AN16-43) information • USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible port(s): blue. • USB 2.0 compatible port(s): black. • Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 2.0 and earlier devices.
  • Page 17 Your Acer notebook tour - 17 Right view Icon Item Description Indicates the computer’s battery status. Battery indicator Amber when the battery is charging. Blue when fully charged (with the AC adapter plugged in). Indicates the computer’s power Power indicator status.
  • Page 18 18 - Your Acer notebook tour Rear view AN16-73 AN16-43 2 4 5 Icon Item Description Connects to an AC adapter. DC-in jack Note: Please press the AC adapter into the tunnel to the power connector. You will feel a click indicating it is connected.
  • Page 19 • Delivers up to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging. • DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 65 W at 20 V. For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device. Note...
  • Page 20 20 - Your Acer notebook tour Base view Icon Item Description Allows the computer to stay cool. Ventilation and Do not cover or obstruct the cooling fan openings. Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.
  • Page 21 Using the keyboard - 21 S I N G THE K E Y B O A R D The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows keys and hotkeys. Lock keys The keyboard has lock keys which you can use to turn keyboard functions on and off.
  • Page 22 22 - Using the keyboard Hotkey Icon Function Description Turns on / off the computer's Fn + F9 Flight mode network devices. Touchpad Turns the built-in touchpad on Fn + F10 toggle and off. Keyboard Decreases the intensity of the Fn + F11 backlight keyboard backlight.
  • Page 23 The Windows OS Desktop - 23 O S D I N D O W S ESKTOP Note Screen simulated, subject to change. Feature availability and rollout timing varies by market and device. Item Description Changes the apps settings for your Settings computer.
  • Page 24 24 - The Windows OS Desktop Item Description Displays the situation of network connection, battery level and sound setting. Quick settings You can toggle quick actions to instantly adjust or open settings. Notification Displays the notifications and calendar.
  • Page 25 Using the Precision Touchpad - 25 S I N G THE RECISION O U C H P A D The touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you slide your finger across the touchpad, the cursor will follow this movement.
  • Page 26 26 - Using the Precision Touchpad Three-finger press Lightly tap the touchpad with three fingers to open the Search Windows. Three-finger swipe Swipe across the touchpad with three fingers. • Swipe up to open Task View. Move the cursor over a window and tap the touchpad to select that window, or swipe downwards to exit Task View.
  • Page 27 Using the Precision Touchpad - 27 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 Network, Sound and Battery icon to open the Quick settings pane.
  • Page 28 Acer provides Acer Care Center, which allows you to reset your PC, refresh your PC, backup files/data or create a factory default backup. If you cannot access Acer Care Center, click Settings in the Start menu, select System > Recovery.
  • Page 29 Recovery - 29 3. Click Set up syncing for OneDrive folder syncing to continue. 4. Make sure the folders that you want to back up are selected and click Start back up to continue.
  • Page 30 30 - Recovery 5. You can select View sync progress to watch files sync until it completes. 6. To open the OneDrive folder, double click OneDrive icon in the notification area.
  • Page 31 Recovery - 31 Backing up your wireless and LAN drivers Back up your wireless and LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless and LAN drivers if you install another operating system. 1. From Start, select Care Center in All apps list then Recovery Management.
  • Page 32 32 - Recovery 3. Click Reset PC to Choose an option. 4. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your personal files.
  • Page 33 Recovery - 33 5. Choose from the two options - Cloud download or Local reinstall to reinstall Windows. (Ensure you are connected to the internet when using Cloud download.) 6. Click Change settings to open the Choose settings options.
  • Page 34 34 - Recovery 7. Choose your settings options and follow the instructions on screen. Click Confirm then Next to continue. Important If you have apps installed on your PC, they will be removed. 8. 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 35 Recovery - 35 12.When your PC has completed the reset process, Windows will have been reset back to its factory default settings without removing your personal files. Reset this PC and remove everything 1. From Start, select Care Center in All apps list then Recovery Management.
  • Page 36 36 - Recovery 3. Click Reset PC to Choose an option. 4. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its factory default.
  • Page 37 Recovery - 37 5. Choose from the two options - Cloud download or Local reinstall to reinstall Windows. (Ensure you are connected to the internet when using Cloud download.) 6. Click Change settings to open the Choose settings options. 7. Choose your settings options and follow the instructions on screen.
  • Page 38 38 - Recovery 8. Click Reset to continue. 9. You will be shown the reset progress on the screen. The screen will turn off during the reset process. 10.The screen will turn back on when it is installing Windows. Your PC will restart several times during the reset process.
  • Page 39 Using a Bluetooth connection - 39 SING A L U E T O O T H C O N N E C T I O N Bluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short distances between many different types of devices. Bluetooth-enabled devices include computers, cell phones, tablets, wireless headsets, and keyboards.
  • Page 40 40 - Using a Bluetooth connection 4. Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovered devices. 5. After pairing, if there is a code displaying on the screen, enter that code on the device to proceed the connection. Note Some devices using older versions of the Bluetooth technology require both devices to enter a PIN.
  • Page 41 Acer computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that turns the network connection on or off. You can use the network...
  • Page 42 42 - Connecting to the Internet 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 43 Connecting to the Internet - 43 5. Once you select a wireless network, select Connect. 6. If required, enter the network’s password.
  • Page 44 44 - Connecting to the Internet Connecting with a cable Built-in network feature If your computer has a network port, 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 45 NitroSense - 45 I T R O E N S E NitroSense allows you to switch operating modes, control fan behavior, customize pulsar lighting settings, and select sound effects. Each function can be done individually or collectively through constructing scenario profiles, which enable the synchronization with the associated apps.
  • Page 46 46 - NitroSense Note The performance parameters and temperatures listed may vary depending on your computer’s configuration and the power output of the CPU and GPU. Widget cards Widget cards are always visible on all NitroSense screens by default. If they are hidden, click the Widget icon •...
  • Page 47 NitroSense - 47 • Under the App Shortcut tab, click on an app will promptly open it. For an expanded array of available apps, select Details to access the App Center. NitroSense settings Click the Settings icon , and the interface presents to you the current version of NitroSense.
  • Page 48 Serial Number Identification Number (SNID) which are related to product specifications and warranty. You can either sign in or sign up for an Acer ID and register your Acer product. As a valued Acer user or Acer member, you can access a comprehensive range of benefits and services.
  • Page 49 NitroSense - 49 Planet9 website and PC client download Click the Planet9 icon to view gaming updates. Click PLANET9 to access the Planet9 website or click Download PLANET9 PC Client to download the Planet9 app to your laptop. Scenario Select the Scenario tab to manage scenarios by different Mode, Fan Control, Pulsar Lighting, and Advanced Settings.
  • Page 50 To manage the scenario profiles, click Scenario Manager. Creating a New Scenario Profile You can create scenario profiles with customized system mode, fan performance, lighting effect, Acer TrueHarmony™ setting, and linked apps. To add a new profile, do the following: 1.
  • Page 51 NitroSense - 51 Note Linked app means that when you run the app, it will automatically switch to the associated scenario profile. You can link apps both in the Scenario Manager and in the App Center. App Sync settings Turn on the App Sync function if you have more than one scenario.
  • Page 52 52 - NitroSense To remove the app, click the Delete icon next to the app. Note You can also link/unlink apps under the App Center tab. Hover the cursor over the app that you want to link and click the Adjust icon Select the scenario profile from the System Scenario Profile drop-down list and click Save.
  • Page 53 NitroSense - 53 System Mode You can optimize your laptop with different modes using the widget card or select the Mode tab under Scenario screen. There are two or four distinct preset modes (depends on your power supply) of selection. Choose the one that best suits for your specific use case.
  • Page 54 54 - NitroSense • Select the preferred option under Mode switch key, either Mode Cycle Switching or Turbo On/Off, to change the system mode of the current scenario quickly. Important While the AC is plugged in, mode switching is available when the battery capacity is at least 40%.
  • Page 55 NitroSense - 55 If Custom is selected, you have the option to set GPU and CPU cooling independently. Click Auto to disable the default setting and then drag the slider to adjust the value as you wish. Pulsar Lighting Customizing your favored lighting effect under keycaps either globally or in certain area is accessible.
  • Page 56 56 - NitroSense • Area lighting Select Area > To Area Control to customize the lighting effect for the keyboard by adjusting each LED zone individually. If you don’t like the newly set effect, you can always reset to the original settings.
  • Page 57 NitroSense - 57 Adjusting the Advanced Settings Select Advanced Settings tab to adjust the audio mode under the Acer TrueHarmony™ tab. Personal Settings In the Personal Settings screen, you can configure the GPU operating mode, battery charging mode, screen, keyboard and...
  • Page 58 58 - NitroSense GPU Operating There are three available modes to choose from: Automatic Select, Optimus and NVIDIA GPU only. Choose the one that best fits your situation. Battery and Charge • Battery Charge Mode There are two battery charging options available for your selection: Optimized Battery Charging and Full Battery Charging.
  • Page 59 NitroSense - 59 • Power-off USB Charger Make use of the designated USB port to charge mobile devices, even when the laptop is powered off or in Hibernation mode. In addition, you can set a battery level; when the battery power drops below this set level, the charging will be automatically halted.
  • Page 60 • Backlight off after 30 seconds The keyboard backlight on Acer Nitro gaming laptops will turn off automatically after 30 seconds when there is no action taken. You can disable the backlight timeout if you want the backlight...
  • Page 61 NitroSense - 61 System Boot Effect • Boot Logo Customization Under the Boot Logo Customization tab, click the Image icon then browse to select your preferred image to customize the boot logo. Checkup Select the Checkup tab to swiftly evaluate the health of your system components including battery, storages and RAM with just one single click - Checkup All.
  • Page 62 62 - NitroSense • Battery For a comprehensive view of battery usages details, click Check Battery Usage. In addition, the Battery Power shows an estimate of the remaining battery time, along with a percentage display. To ensure optimal battery performance, it is recommended to perform Battery Calibration on a regular basis.
  • Page 63 NitroSense - 63 • RAM To assess the health status of your RAM, click the Check button and view the current RAM usage. Note Specifications vary depending on model or Operating System. Monitoring Select the Monitoring tab to check CPU, GPU, and system temperature and loading.
  • Page 64 64 - NitroSense App Center Select the App Center tab to swiftly launch the installed app on your laptop. In case you cannot locate the app within the comprehensive list of All Apps, utilize the search function. In addition, you can refine the display by showing only preloaded apps or games, and organize them based on Popularity, Alphabet, or Installation Date.
  • Page 65 Keeping your computer and data safe... In this section you will find: • How to secure your computer • Setting passwords • What you need to prepare when you’re traveling • How to get the most out of your battery...
  • Page 66 66 - Securing your computer 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. Security features include hardware and software locks —...
  • Page 67 Securing your computer - 67 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility. • Type the Supervisor Password and press Enter to access the BIOS utility.
  • Page 68 68 - BIOS utility 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 69 Power management - 69 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 70 70 - Power management 3. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 4. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast start-up. 5. Select Save changes.
  • Page 71 Battery pack - 71 A T T E R Y P A C K The computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges. Battery characteristics The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter.
  • Page 72 72 - Battery pack Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0° C (32° F) or above 45°...
  • Page 73 Battery pack - 73 Checking the battery level The power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's present charge level. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the power meter. Important Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears.
  • Page 74 74 - Traveling with your computer R A V E L I N G W I T H YOUR C O M P U TE R This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories:...
  • Page 75 Ports and connectors... In this section you will find: • Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computer...
  • Page 76 USB) and USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB). USB 2.0 ports on Acer computers have a black tongue in the port, while USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports have a blue tongue. For best performance, USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 devices should always be plugged into USB 3.2 Gen 1/Gen 2 ports.
  • Page 77 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 3.2. 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 78 78 - Thunderbolt 4 port H U N D E R B O L T PORT A Thunderbolt 4 port allows you to easily connect devices with a Type-C connector to your computer, such as additional storage (e.g. an external drive), displays, or any other compatible device.
  • Page 79 MicroSD card reader - 79 ICRO C A R D R E A D E R MicroSD (Secure Digital) cards are used in a wide selection of digital cameras, tablets, media players and cellular phones. Inserting an microSD card 1. Align the card so that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down.
  • Page 80 80 - 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 Add an external monitor to your computer via a video port. The type of port available depends on your computer’s configuration.
  • Page 81 HDMI - 81 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 82 Got a question? In this section you will find: • Frequently asked questions • Tips for using Windows • Troubleshooting information • How to protect yourself while online • Where to find Acer service center contact information...
  • Page 83 Frequently asked questions - 83 R E Q U E N T L 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 84 84 - 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 85 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 For more information, see Restoring your computer on page...
  • Page 86 86 - Frequently asked questions You are required to provide the following information: Name: Address: Telephone number: Machine and model type: Serial number: Date of purchase:...
  • Page 87 F r e q u e n t ly a sk Frequently asked questions - 87 Tips and hints for using Windows 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 88 88 - Frequently asked questions Can I change the screen resolution? Type 'Resolution' in the text box to display the results; select Display resolution. Alternatively, you can also right-click anywhere on the desktop and select Display settings > Display > Display resolution.
  • Page 89 Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button > Settings > Windows Update. Select Advanced options to configure the settings. Where can I get more information? For more information please visit the following pages: • Windows OS information: support.microsoft.com/Windows • Support FAQs: support.acer.com...
  • Page 90 F r e q u e n t l y a s ke d q ue s t io n s 90 - 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.
  • Page 91 Frequently asked questions - 91 Error messages Corrective action Hard disk 0 Contact your dealer or an authorized service extended type center. error Contact your dealer or an authorized service I/O parity error center. Keyboard error or Contact your dealer or an authorized service no keyboard center.
  • Page 92 92 - Internet and online security 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 96).
  • Page 93 Internet and online security - 93 modem and the telephone simultaneously on a single phone line. This type of 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.
  • Page 94 94 - Internet and online security your computer, or may require an external device, such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Note If your computer includes a SIM card slot, you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with a cellular provider.
  • Page 95 Internet and online security - 95 Components of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you need to have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are two-way transceivers that broadcast data into the surrounding environment. Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network.
  • Page 96 Acer is dedicated to provide you with on-going personalized 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 97 Internet and online security - 97 Ensure your software is up to date Cybercriminals rely heavily upon software platform vulnerabilities, as they are the easiest way to sneak malware into a user's device unnoticed, sometimes with little action on the user's part.
  • Page 98 98 - Internet and online security Common threats cybercriminals use Now you know a few very common ways cybercriminals try to sneak onto your device or trick you into providing private information to them directly. Here are a few of the types of malware they like to deploy once they've got into a device and what to do if you're ever infected.
  • Page 99 Internet and online security - 99 What to do if you're infected: If you're infected you probably don't realize it as bots are notoriously quiet. Your Internet Service Provider might send you a notification alerting you that they found a threat on your network and that you need to remove the bot.
  • Page 100 100 - Internet and online security For more tips on how to stay safe Good security habits can reduce your exposure to online crime. By adopting a few basic behaviors, you can make big strides in reducing cybercrime risk: • Protect your accounts with strong, unique passwords that use a combination of at least 10 uppercase and lowercase letters, symbols and numbers.

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