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- Page 1 Packard Bell All-in-one Computer User’s Manual Packard Bell All-in-one Computer User’s Manual...
- Page 2 © 2013. All Rights Reserved. Packard Bell All-in-one Computer Covers: All-in-one models (non-touch) This revision: October 2013 Sign up for an Acer ID and enable Acer Remote Files Open the Acer Portal from the Start screen to sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already have an Acer ID.
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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 Rear panel audio ports......28 Your guides ..........4 Memory card reader Basic care and tips for using your Connectivity options....... -
Page 4: First Things First
4 - First things first I R S T T H I N G S F I R S T We would like to thank you for making this Packard Bell desktop computer your choice for meeting your computing needs. -
Page 5: Taking Care Of Your Computer
First things first - 5 You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey <Fn> + <F4>. Note If you cannot power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. -
Page 6: Cleaning And Servicing
6 - First things first cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. -
Page 7: Recovery
Windows tools, or the recovery backup. Note Packard Bell Recovery Management is only available with a pre-installed Windows operating system. Important We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon as possible. - Page 8 8 - Recovery 1. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Packard Bell Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Factory Default Backup. The Recovery Drive window opens. Make sure Copy contents from the recovery partition to the recovery drive is selected.
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Page 9: Creating A Drivers And Applications Backup
Recovery - 9 • Since the recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive with a capacity of 32 GB or larger. 4. You will be shown the backup progress on the screen. 5. - Page 10 USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or more blank recordable DVDs. 1. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Packard Bell Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Drivers and Applications Backup.
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Page 11: Recovering Your System
Recovery - 11 If multiple discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. Continue until the process is complete. • If you are using a USB drive, unplug the drive and label it clearly. Important Write a unique, descriptive label on each backup, such as 'Drivers and Applications Backup'. -
Page 12: Reinstalling Drivers And Applications
If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer: 1. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Packard Bell Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications. - Page 13 1. Insert the Drivers and Applications Backup into the disc drive or connect it to a free USB port. • If you inserted a DVD wait for Packard Bell Resource Center to start. • If Packard Bell Resource Center does not start automatically, press the Windows key + <E>, then double-click on the optical...
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Page 14: Returning To An Earlier System Snapshot
14 - Recovery 2. You should see the Contents section of the Packard Bell Resource Center. Images for reference only. 3. Click the install icon for the item you want to install, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation. Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall. -
Page 15: Returning Your System To Its Factory Condition
Recovering from a recovery backup on page Recovering from Windows Start Packard Bell Recovery Management: • From Start, type ’Recovery’ and then click Packard Bell Recovery Management in the list of apps. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my PC) or Customized Restore (Refresh my PC). - Page 16 16 - Recovery the Windows Store). See Customized Restore with Packard Bell Recovery Management on page Restore Factory Settings with Packard Bell Recovery Management 1. Click Restore Factory Settings. Important ’Restore Factory Settings’ will erase all files on your hard drive.
- Page 17 "Reset your PC" completely removes all your files and resets your computer to factory settings. 4. Click Next. The process will take several minutes. Customized Restore with Packard Bell Recovery Management 1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. The Refresh your PC window opens.
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Page 18: Recovering From A Recovery Backup
18 - Recovery 4. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your hard drive. This process takes about 30 minutes. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup on a USB drive: 1. - Page 19 Recovery - 19 b. Click Reset your PC to start the reset process: Reset your PC deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre- installed on your system. If you can access important files on your hard drive, back them up now.
- Page 20 20 - Recovery a. Just remove my files quickly erases all files before restoring your computer and takes about 30 minutes. b. Fully clean the drive completely cleans the drive after each file is erased, so no files can be viewed after the recovery. Cleaning the drive takes much longer, up to 5 hours, but is much more secure as old files are completely removed.
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Page 21: Connecting To The Internet
Connecting to the Internet - 21 O N N E C T I N G T O TH E N T E R N E T Note Information in this section may not apply to your computer. This chapter includes basic information on types of connections, and getting connected to the Internet. -
Page 22: Bios Utility
22 - 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 23: Securing Your Computer
Securing your computer - 23 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 24 24 - 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.
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Page 25: Power Management
Power management - 25 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 26 26 - Power management 5. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 6. Select Save changes.
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Page 27: Ports And Connectors
Ports and connectors - 27 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 28: Rear Panel Audio Ports
28 - 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 29: Memory Card Reader
Memory card reader - 29 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 30 30 - Memory card reader (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 31: Video And Audio Connectors
Video and audio connectors - 31 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 32: Hdmi
32 - 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 33: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)
Two USB standards are currently available on Packard Bell computers: USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) and USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB). USB 2.0 ports on Packard Bell 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: Frequently Asked Questions
34 - Frequently asked questions 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 35 Frequently asked questions - 35 • 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 36: 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 Packard Bell logo during boot up. For detailed information on the recovery process,... - Page 37 Attach your proof-of- purchase to the ITW passport. If the country you are traveling in does not have an Packard Bell- authorized ITW service site, you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide.
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Page 38: Tips And Hints For Using Windows 8.1
F r e qu e nt ly a sk 38 - Frequently asked questions Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1 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;... -
Page 39: Can I Boot Directly To The Desktop
Frequently asked questions - 39 Can I boot directly to the desktop? Yes, you can, just follow these steps: 1. Go to the desktop. 2. Right-click the taskbar and select Properties from the menu that opens. 3. From the Navigation tab, check Go to the desktop instead of Start when I sign in. -
Page 40: How Do I Personalize My Computer
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, move your cursor to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Settings >... - Page 41 Frequently asked questions - 41 How do I set the alarm? Your computer can act as an alarm clock. Start typing ’Alarms’ to search for the Alarms app. 1. Set the time using the sliders on the left-hand side of the screen. 2.
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Page 42: Where Are My Apps
42 - Frequently asked questions Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? Right-click anywhere on Start to open the Customize menu, click the tile(s) you wish to resize and click Resize. Select a size from the menu that appears. How do I close an app? Move your cursor to the top of the screen. -
Page 43: What Is A Microsoft Id (Account)
Frequently asked questions - 43 How do I install apps? You can download Windows Store apps from Store. You will need to have a Microsoft ID to purchase and download apps from Store. I can't find apps like Notepad and Paint! Where are they? Move your cursor to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Search, type the name of the app you would like to open using the pop-up keyboard. -
Page 44: How Do I Add A Favorite To Internet Explorer
44 - Frequently asked questions Microsoft account, you'll connect your PC to the people, files, and devices you care about. Do I need one? You do not need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 8.1, but it makes life easier because you can sync data across different machines you sign in to using a Microsoft ID. -
Page 45: Troubleshooting
R E Q U E N T LY Frequently asked questions - 45 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 46 46 - Frequently asked questions 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 47: Internet And Online Security
Internet and online security - 47 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 51). -
Page 48: Network Connections
48 - Internet and online security 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 49 Internet and online security - 49 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.
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Page 50: Surf The Net
Internet access installed and you are connected, from Start, click the Internet Explorer tile or the icon located on the desktop and take your Internet experience to a new level! Packard Bell website To get you started why not visit our website, www.packardbell.com. -
Page 51: Security
Note Packard Bell 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 52 52 - Internet and online security browsing activity, collect personal information, cause pop-up ads to appear, or even change the configuration of your computer. Spyware consumes resources on your computer; it can slow down your Internet connection or entire computer system, and even cause crashes. Spyware is sometimes used by unscrupulous companies to monitor and track the sites you visit on the Internet so as to determine your web-surfing habits and display targeted pop-up ads on your screen.
- Page 53 Internet and online security - 53 Keep your computer current with the latest patches and updates One of the best ways to keep attackers away from your computer is to apply patches and other software fixes when they become available. By regularly updating your computer, you block attackers from being able to take advantage of software flaws (vulnerabilities) that they could otherwise use to break into your system.
- Page 54 A complete version of Norton Internet Security is pre-installed on your Packard Bell system. It includes a free trial subscription to protection updates. Make sure you Activate it! Choose strong passwords and keep them safe Passwords are a fact of life on the Internet today;...
- Page 55 Internet and online security - 55 • Keep an eye out for phony email messages. Things that indicate a message may be fraudulent are misspellings, poor grammar, odd phrasing, Web site addresses with strange extensions, Web site addresses that are entirely numbers where there are normally words, and anything else out of the ordinary.
- Page 56 56 - Internet and online security 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 57 Internet and online security - 57 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 58: 58 - Playing Blu-Ray Or Dvd Movies
58 - Playing Blu-Ray or DVD movies 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 the HDMI port.
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how do you add a password
To add a password on a Packard Bell All-in-One Computer:
1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the Set Supervisor Password parameter and press Enter. The Set Password box appears.
2. Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and press Enter.
3. Type a new password in the Enter New Password field.
4. Retype the new password in the Confirm New Password field.
5. Press Enter. The computer sets the User Password parameter to “Set”.
6. If desired, enable the Password on boot parameter.
7. Press F10 to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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