User’s Manual
10 - First things firstEnglish• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.• Do not ex
Your Gateway notebook tour - 11EnglishYour Gateway notebook tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you arou
12 - Your Gateway notebook tourEnglishRear view# Icon Item Description1 Webcam Web camera for video communication.2 Speakers Deliver stereo audio outp
Your Gateway notebook tour - 13EnglishTop view# Icon Item Description1 Power button Turns the computer on and off; press again to place the computer i
14 - Your Gateway notebook tourEnglishBottom view# Icon Item Description1Keyboard connectorConnects to the keyboard.2Keyboard hook slotsFastens to the
Your Gateway notebook tour - 15EnglishLeft/right view# Icon Item Description1 MicroSD card slot Insert a microSD card into this slot.2HDMI micro conne
16 - Your Gateway notebook tourEnglish4Micro USB connectorConnects to USB devices. A micro USB to USB adapter is needed to connect to USB devices.When
Your Gateway notebook tour - 17EnglishKeyboard front view # Icon Item Description1 Keyboard hooks Fastens to the computer.2 KeyboardFor entering data
18 - Your Gateway notebook tourEnglishKeyboard right view 3 TouchpadTouch-sensitive pointing device.The touchpad and selection buttons form a single s
Attaching and detaching the keyboard - 19EnglishAttaching and detaching the keyboardThe Acer Smart Hinge makes attaching and detaching the keyboard fa
2 - User’s ManualEnglish© 2016. All Rights Reserved.Gateway GW seriesCovers: GW1-011This revision: September 2016Model number: _______________________
20 - Attaching and detaching the keyboardEnglishDetach the computer from the keyboard by lifting one corner to release it from the keyboard to functio
Attaching and detaching the keyboard - 21English.You can also attach the computer to the keyboard facing outwards as a display. Ensure the computer cl
22 - Using the keyboardEnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, funct
Using the keyboard - 23EnglishHotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brigh
24 - Using the keyboardEnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.<Fn> + <F12> Scr Lk Turns Scro
Using the Precision Touchpad - 25EnglishUsing the Precision TouchpadThe touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on the screen. As you sl
26 - Using the Precision TouchpadEnglishTwo-finger slide Swiftly scroll through web pages, documents and playlists by placing two fingers on the touch
Using the Precision Touchpad - 27EnglishThe precision touchpad includes added technology features that help recognize and prevent unintentional gestur
28 - Using the Precision TouchpadEnglish3. Select Devices > Mouse & touchpad.4. Now you can adjust the settings to suit your personal needs. Yo
Recovery - 29EnglishRecoveryIf you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see Got a question? on page 63) do not h
User’s Manual - 3EnglishSign up for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefitsOpen the Acer Portal app to sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already ha
30 - RecoveryEnglishCreating a factory default backupBackup allows you to quickly and easily back up your operating system, installed apps and data.1.
Recovery - 31English3. Make sure Backup system files to the recovery drive is selected and click Next. 4. Plug in the USB drive and wait for the PC t
32 - RecoveryEnglish• Since the recovery backup requires at least 8 GB of storage after formatting, it is recommended to use a USB drive wit
Recovery - 33EnglishBacking up your wireless and LAN driversBack up your wireless and LAN drivers. You can use these backups to install the wireless a
34 - RecoveryEnglish3. Select Keep my files to refresh your PC and reinstall your operating system without removing your personal files. Click Next t
Recovery - 35English5. You will be shown the reset progress on the screen. The screen will turn off during the reset process.6. The screen will turn b
36 - RecoveryEnglish3. Select Remove everything to reset your PC back to its factory default. This process will reinstall your operating system and r
Recovery - 37English5. Click Reset to continue.6. You will be shown the reset progress on the screen. The screen will turn off during the reset proce
38 - Using a Bluetooth connectionEnglishUsing a Bluetooth connectionBluetooth is a technology enabling you to transfer data wirelessly over short dist
Using a Bluetooth connection - 39English3. Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovered devices, and select Pair.
4 - Table of contentsEnglishTable of contentsFirst things first 8Your guides ...
40 - Using a Bluetooth connectionEnglish4. A code displays on your computer, which should match the code displayed on your device. Select Yes. Then, a
Connecting to the Internet - 41EnglishConnecting to the InternetThis chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connect
42 - Connecting to the InternetEnglishYour computer's wireless connection is turned on by default and Windows will detect and display a list of a
Connecting to the Internet - 43English3. Select All settings.4. Select Network & internet.
44 - Connecting to the InternetEnglish5. You will see a list of available wireless networks. Select the one you wish to use.6. Once you select a wirel
Connecting to the Internet - 45English7. If required, enter the network’s password.
Moving and traveling...In this section you will find:• How to get the most out of your battery• What you need to prepare when you’re traveling
Power management - 47EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers t
48 - Power managementEnglish5. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7. Select Save
Battery pack - 49EnglishBattery packThe computer uses an embedded Lithium battery that gives you long use between charges.Battery characteristicsThe b
Table of contents - 5EnglishEnable Bluetooth and add a device ... 38Connecting to the Internet 41Connec
50 - Battery packEnglishUse this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. The battery condit
Battery pack - 51EnglishChecking the battery levelThe power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on
52 - Traveling with your computerEnglishTraveling with your computerThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling
Traveling with your computer - 53EnglishWhen you are ready to use the computer again, open the display and, if necessary, press and release the power
54 - Traveling with your computerEnglish• Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if i
Traveling with your computer - 55EnglishTraveling with the computerWhen you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office buildi
56 - Traveling with your computerEnglishTraveling internationallyWhen you are moving from country to country.Preparing the computerPrepare the compute
In this section you will find:• Information on the ports and connectors fitted to your computerPorts and connectors...
58 - HDMI MicroEnglishHDMI MicroHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a high-quality, digital audio/video interface. HDMI allows you to conne
Micro USB - 59EnglishMicro USBThe USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without takin
6 - Table of contentsEnglishHDMI Micro 58Micro USB 59Universal Serial Bus (USB) 60Memory card reader 62Frequently asked questions 64Requesting se
60 - Universal Serial Bus (USB)EnglishUniversal Serial Bus (USB)The USB port is a high-speed port which allows you to connect USB peripherals, such as
Universal Serial Bus (USB) - 61EnglishYou can also charge devices such as tablets, smartphones, or other devices through a USB port. Some USB 3.0 port
62 - Memory card readerEnglishMemory card readerMemory cards are used in a wide selection of digital cameras, tablets, MP3 players and mobile phones.
Got a question?In this section you will find:• Frequently asked questions• Tips for using Windows 10• Troubleshooting information• How to protect your
64 - Frequently asked questionsEnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your c
Frequently asked questions - 65English• The volume level may be too low. Check the volume from the volume control (speaker) icon in the taskbar. You c
66 - Frequently asked questionsEnglish1. Check to see if Gateway disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not.2. If there is a D2D Recovery setting in Main
Frequently asked questions - 67EnglishYou are required to provide the following information: Name: Address: Telephone number: Machine and model typ
68 - Frequently asked questionsEnglishTips and hints for using Windows 10We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, s
Frequently asked questions - 69EnglishTo change the background, tap the Windows Start button and tap Settings > Personalization. From here you can:
Getting started...In this section you will find:• Useful information on caring for your computer and your health• Where to find the power button, port
70 - Frequently asked questionsEnglishHow do I set the alarm?Your computer can act as an alarm clock. Type ’Alarms’ to search for the Alarms & Clo
Frequently asked questions - 71EnglishWhere are my apps?Tap Search and type the name of the app you would like to open using the pop-up keyboard. To v
72 - Frequently asked questionsEnglishWhat is a Microsoft ID (account)?A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to sign in to
Frequently asked questions - 73EnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technic
74 - Frequently asked questionsEnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an au
Internet and online security - 75EnglishInternet and online securityFirst steps on the netProtecting your computerIt is vital to protect your computer
76 - Internet and online securityEnglishDSL (e.g. ADSL)DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is an ‘always-on’ connection that runs over the phone line. As DS
Internet and online security - 77EnglishNetwork connectionsA LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example, within an office building
78 - Internet and online securityEnglishAccess point (router)Access points (routers) are two-way transceivers that broadcast data into the surrounding
Internet and online security - 79EnglishDiagram of a working network1. Access point/router2. Desktop computer3. Modem4. Printer5. Portable computer6.
8 - First things firstEnglishFirst things firstWe would like to thank you for making this Gateway notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computi
80 - Internet and online securityEnglishSurf the Net!To surf the internet, you need a program called an internet browser. Internet Explorer provides
Internet and online security - 81EnglishWhat is spyware?Spyware refers to generally unwanted programs that are downloaded onto your computer while con
82 - Internet and online securityEnglishthen decide if you will allow the connection, if the connection is to a program you are currently using then n
Internet and online security - 83Englishcommunications that it knows are safe and blocking "bad" traffic such as attacks from ever reaching
84 - Internet and online securityEnglishyou notice something suspicious with one of your online accounts, one of the first steps you can take is to ch
Internet and online security - 85Englishin an area requesting you to login or provide other sensitive data. Another sign that you have a secure connec
86 - Internet and online securityEnglishbuying refrigerators in Budapest). In order to confirm these out of the ordinary purchases, they might call yo
First things first - 9EnglishBasic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer offTo turn the power off, do any of the following:• Use
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