Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss Acer
Go to page of 103
Aspire V5-122 P User’s Manual.
Model number: Serial number: Date of purchase: Place of purchase: © 2013 All Rights Reserved. Aspire V5-122 P User ’s Manual This revision: 04/2013 AcerCloud frees you to enjoy your digital life anytime, anywhe re! This computer comes with AcerCloud pre-installed.
Table of c ontents - 3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Safety and comfort 5 First things first 17 Your guid es .......... ..................... .................. ..... 17 Basic care and tips for using your computer ................... ..................... ......
4 - Table of contents Securing your computer 69 Using a compute r security lock ... ..................... 69 Using password s ............ ..................... ............. 69 Entering p asswords ..................... ............. 70 Wireless networks 71 Connecting to the Internet .
Safety and com fort - 5 S AFETY AND COMFORT S AFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully . Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. T urn ing the product off before clean ing Unplug this product from the wall outlet bef ore cleaning.
6 - Safe ty and comfort - If an extension cord is used with this pr oduct, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sur e that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.
Safety and com fort - 7 - Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings. - Decrease the volume if you c an't hear peo ple speaking near you. Bundled dummy cards - Note : Information in this section may not apply to your computer. Y our computer shipped with plastic dummies in stalled in the card slots.
8 - Safe ty and comfort - Y our device and its enhancements may contain small p arts. Keep them out of the reach of small children. Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product your self, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks.
Safety and com fort - 9 For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the battery , charging will not occur at temperatures below 0° C (32° F) or above 40° C (104° F). The full performance of a new battery is achi eved only after two or thr ee complete charge and discharge cycles.
10 - Safety an d comfort position the device the above-stated distance from your body . T o successfully transmit data files or messages, this device requires a good quality connection to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed u ntil such a connection is available.
Safety and comfort - 11 V EHICLES RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel inje ction systems, electronic anti-skid (anti-lock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems.
12 - Safety an d comfort E MERGENCY CALLS - Warning! Y ou cannot make emerge ncy calls through this device. T o make an emergency call you shall dial out throu gh your mobile phone or other telephone call system. D ISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS Do not throw this electronic device int o the trash when discarding.
Safety and comfort - 13 - wake from "Sleep" mode if the ke yboa rd is pressed or mouse is moved. - save more than 80% energy when in "S leep" mode.
14 - Safety an d comfort - Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders. - Install the external display , keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. - If you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain .
Safety and comfort - 15 - Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle. - Avoid looking at bright light s ources for extended periods of time. Developing good work habits The following work habits make computer use more relaxin g and productive: - T ake short breaks r egularly and often.
16 - C AUTION FOR O PTICAL D RIVE D EVICE - Note : Information in this section may not apply to your computer. CAUTION: This appliance contains a lase r sy stem and is classified as a "CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT ." In case of any trouble with this device, please cont act your nearest AUTHORIZED service station.
First things first - 17 F IRST THINGS FIRST We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Y our 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.
18 - First things f irst 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 into Hibernate by pressing the power button. You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey < Fn > + < F4 >.
First things first - 19 • Never place the computer on uneven surfaces. T aking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to any other device. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy object s on top of it.
20 - Your Ac er notebook tour Y OUR A CER NOTEBOOK TOUR After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you around your new Acer computer.
Your Acer no tebook tour - 21 Screen view # Icon Item Description 1 Webcam Web camera for video commun ication. A light next to the webcam indicates tha t the webcam is active.
22 - Your Ac er notebook tour Keyboard view # Icon Item Description 1 Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. Charging : The light is amber when the bat tery is charging.
Your Acer no tebook tour - 23 2 Keyboard For entering data into your computer . See "Using the keyboard" on page 29 . Caution : Do not use a keyboard protector or similar cover as the keyboard includes ventilation intakes for cooling. 3 T ouchpad T ouch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse.
24 - Your Ac er notebook tour Lef t view 1 23 4 5 # Icon Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-comp atible computer security lock. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable ob ject such as a table or handle of a locked drawer .
Your Acer no tebook tour - 25 Information on USB 3.0 • USB 3.0 compatible ports are blue. • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 specification (SuperS peed USB).
26 - Your Ac er notebook tour Right view 13 2 4 # Icon Item Description 1 Power button T urns the computer on and off. 2 Headset/speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, head phones) or a headset with microphone. 3 USB port Connects to USB devices.
Your Acer no tebook tour - 27 Base view 2 1 3 4 5 # Icon Item Description 1 Screw holes Screw holes for attaching the optional second ba ttery . 2 V entilation and cooling fan Allows the computer to stay cool. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. 3 S peakers Deliver stereo audio output.
28 - Your Ac er notebook tour 4 Battery reset pinhole Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds to reset the computer (simulates removing and reinstalling the battery). 5 Second battery connector Connects to the second battery to provide power and charge the second battery .
Using the keyboard - 2 9 U SING THE KEYBOARD The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys and embedd ed numeric keypad Note : Information in this section may not apply to your computer.
30 - Using the keyboard keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys. Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Number keys on embedded keyp ad T ype numbers in a normal manner . Cursor-control keys on embedded keyp ad Hold < Sh ift > while using cursor-control keys.
Using the keyboard - 3 1 < Fn > + < F5 > Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. < Fn > + < F6 > Display off T urns the display screen backlight off to save power .
32 - Using the keyboard Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key Pressed alone it returns to the S tart screen. It can also be used with other keys for special functions, please check Windows Help.
Touchpad - 33 T OUCHPAD T ouchp ad basics The touchpad controls the arrow (or 'cursor') on t he screen. As you slide your finger across the t ouchpad, the cursor will follow t his movement. Note: The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement; the lighter the touch, the better the response.
34 - Touchpad touchpad to select all items in an area. T ouchp ad gestures Windows 8 and many applications support touchpad gestures that use one or more fingers.
Recovery - 35 R ECOVERY If you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions (see page 83 ) do not help, you can 'recover' your computer - i.e. return it to an earlier state. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer.
36 - Recovery Note: Make sure you have a USB drive with a capacity of at least 16 GB. 1. From Sta r t , type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps.
Recovery - 37 opens. Make sure Copy contents from the reco very partition to the recovery drive is selected. This provides the most complete and safest recovery backup.
38 - Recovery • Make sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing. The recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage 4. Y ou will be shown the backup progress on the screen. 5. Follow the process until it completes. 6. After creating the recovery backup, you can choose to delete the recovery information on your computer .
Recovery - 39 7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly . Important: Write a unique, descrip tive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'.
40 - Recovery a USB storage drive or , if your computer features a DVD recorder , one or more blank recordable DVDs. 1. From Sta r t , type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Drivers and Applications Backup .
Recovery - 41 • If you are using a USB drive, make sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing. • If using DVDs, it will also show the number of blank, recordable discs you will need to complete the recovery discs. Make sure that you have the required number of identical, blank discs.
42 - Recovery 3. Click Start to copy files.Y ou will be shown the backup progress on the screen. 4. Follow the process until it completes: • If you are using optical discs, the drive ejects each disc as it completes burning it. Remove the disc from the drive and mark it with a permanent marker .
Recovery - 43 solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly . For instructions, see "Returning to an earlier system snap shot" on pa ge 46 .
44 - Recovery If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer: •F r o m Sta r t , type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of app s. • Click Reinstall Driv ers or Applications .
Recovery - 45 • Y ou should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center . • Click the install icon for th e item you want to install, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the inst allation. Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall.
46 - Recovery 2. Y ou should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center . 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.
Recovery - 47 apps. Type 'Windows system restore' in the Search Help box, then press Enter . Returning to a restore point 1. From Sta r t , type 'Control Panel' and then click Control Panel in the list of apps. 2. Click System and Security > Action Center , then click Recovery at the bottom of the window .
48 - Recovery Recovering from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: •F r o m St a rt , type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my PC) or Customized Restore (Refresh my PC).
Recovery - 49 Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Restore Factory Settings . Caution: 'Restore Factor y Settings ' will erase all files on your hard drive. 2. The Reset your PC window opens. Images for reference only .
50 - 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 .
Recovery - 51 Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Dat a) . 2. The Refresh your PC window opens. 3. Click Next , then Refresh . 4. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer , then continues by copying files to your hard drive.
52 - Recovery Recovering from a recov ery backup To recover from a recovery backup on a USB drive: 1. Find your recovery backup. 2. If your computer does not have a built-in keyboard, make sure a keyboard is attached to your computer . 3. Plug in the USB drive and turn on your computer .
Recovery - 53 7. Select T roubleshoot and t hen choose the type of recovery to use: a. Click Advanced then System Restore to start Microsof t System Restore: Microsoft System Restore periodically takes a 'snap shot' of your system settings and saves them as restore points.
54 - Recovery Reset your PC from the recovery backup Caution: Reset your PC will erase all files on your hard drive. 1. The Reset your PC window opens. Images for reference only . 2. Click Next. 3. Select the operating system to recover (normally only one option is available).
Recovery - 55 drive takes much longer , up to 5 hours, but is much more secure as old files are completely removed. 6. Click Reset . 7. After the recovery ha s finished, you can start using your computer by repeating the first-start process. Refresh your PC from the recovery backup 1.
56 - Power m anagement P OWER MANAGEMENT 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 c onnected to the computer, and video memory.
Power manageme nt - 57 start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Open the Desktop. 2. Click Power Optio ns in the Notification area. 3. Select More Power Options . 4. Select Choose what the power buttons do . 5. T o access Shutdown Settings, select Change settings that are currently unavailable .
58 - Power m anagement 6. Scroll down and disable T urn on fast st artup. 7. Select Save changes ..
Battery pack - 5 9 B ATTERY PACK The computer uses an embedded battery pack that gives you long use between charges. Battery p ack characteristics The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer.
60 - Battery pack 1. Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery . 2. Disconnect the AC adapter . 3. T urn on the computer and operate using battery power . 4. Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 5. Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again.
Battery pack - 6 1 • Frequent use; the more you use the battery , the faster it will reach the end of its eff ective life. A standard computer battery has a life span of about 300 charges.
62 - Battery pack Warning! Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Data may be lost if the battery is allowed to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down.
Traveling with your computer - 63 T RAVELING WITH YOUR COMPUTER 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: 1.
64 - Traveling with your computer Prep aring the computer Before moving the computer, close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode. You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building. To bring the computer out of Sleep mode, open the display; then press and release the power button .
Traveling with your computer - 65 close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer. T aking the computer home When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa.
66 - Traveling with your computer Spec ial considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work: • Minimize the effect s of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you.
Traveling with your computer - 67 T raveling with the computer When you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client's office building or traveling locally. Prep aring the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home.
68 - Traveling with your computer Prep aring the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling. What to bring with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter . • Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling.
Securing your com puter - 69 S ECURING YOUR COMPUTER 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 — a security notch and passwords.
70 - Securing your compu ter • Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot- up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for maximum security .
Wireless networks - 71 W IRELESS NETWORKS Connecting to the Internet Your computer's wireless connection is turned on by default. Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup. Select your network and enter the password if required.
72 - Wireless networks Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to pull cables through walls and ceilings.
Using a Blueto oth connection - 73 U SING A B LUETOOTH CONNECTION 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.
74 - Using a B luetooth connection Enabling Bluetooth from Wi ndows 8 Bluetooth on your computer is disabled by default. To enable your computer’s Bluetooth adapter, do the following: 1.
Using a Blueto oth connection - 75 4. Select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box, click Apply , and then click OK . Adding a Bluetooth device Every new device must first be "pair ed" with your computer’s Bluetooth adapter.
76 - Using a B luetooth connection From the notification area, click the Bluetooth icon, and select Add a Bluetooth Device . Click on the device you want to add.
Using a Blueto oth connection - 77 A code displays on your computer, which should match the code displayed on your device. Select Yes . Then, accept the pairing from your device. Note: Some devices using older versions of the Bluetooth technology require both devices to enter a PIN.
78 - Using a B luetooth connection devices and printers. Right click on your device and select Advanced Operations > Connect to oper ation window ..
Using a Blueto oth connection - 79 The operation window enables you to play music and audio from your device through your computer, send files to your device and change Bluetooth settings.
80 - Acer Convert er Port A CER C ONVERTER P ORT Note: There are different cables available. Please check with your retailer to see which are compatible with your computer. The Acer Converter Port is a proprietary port that allows you to extend the connectivity options of your computer using a single cable.
Universal Serial Bus (U SB) - 81 U NIVERSAL S ERIAL B US (USB) The USB port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up system resources.
82 - BIOS utility BIOS UTILITY 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 need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it.
Frequently asked questions - 83 F REQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer.
84 - Frequentl y asked questions • The brightness level might be too low . Press < Fn > + < > (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be set to an external monitor . Press the display toggle hotkey < Fn > + < F5 > to toggle the display back to the computer .
Frequently asked questions - 85 The printer does not work Check the following: • Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on. • Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer .
86 - Frequentl y asked questions Before you call Please have the following information av ailable when you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you call. With your support, we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently.
- 87 T roubleshooting 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; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance.
88 - If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
Frequently asked questions - 89 Ti ps and hint s for using Windows 8 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. Three concept s you might want to kee p in mind 1.
90 - Frequentl y asked questions How do I jump between app s? Swipe the left-hand edge of the screen inwards to cycle through apps that are currently running. How do I turn off my computer? Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards, tap Sett ings > Power and select the action you'd like to take.
Frequently asked questions - 91 Tap and hold the preview icon to see the characters you've entered to ensure the password is correct. How do I personalize my computer? You can personalize Start with a different background image or by arranging the tiles to suit your personal needs.
92 - Frequentl y asked questions So, how do I close an app? Swipe the window downwards from the top to the bottom of the screen. Can I change the screen resolution? Swipe the right-hand edge of the sc.
Frequently asked questions - 93 How do I make an app appear on S tart? If you're in All apps and you want to make an app appear on Start , tap and drag the app downwards and release it. Tap Pin to Start from the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen.
94 - Frequentl y asked questions What is a M icrosoft ID (account)? A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to sign in to Windows. You can use any email address, but it is best if you choose the one you already use to communicate with friends and sign in to your favorite websites.
Frequently asked questions - 95 How do I check for Windows up dates? Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settin gs > Change PC settings > Windows Updates . Tap Check for updates now . Where can I get more information ? For more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 8 tutorials: www .
96 - Regulat ions and safety notices R EGULATIONS AND SAFETY NOTICES FCC STATEMENT This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. Th ese limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi dential installation.
Regulation s and safety notic es - 97 Caution: Changes or modifica tions not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's autho rity , which is granted by the Federal Communic ations Commission, to opera te this computer . N OTICE FOR C ANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
98 - Regulat ions and safety notices Declaration of Conformity f or EU countries Hereby , Acer, declares that this computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Regulation s and safety notic es - 99 Departments in which the use of the 2400 - 2483.5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100 mW indoors and less than 10 mW outdoors: This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to u se your wireless LAN card in more areas within France.
100 - Regu lations and safety notices List of national code s This equipment may be operated in the following count ries: C ANADA — L OW - POWER LICENSE - EXEMPT RADIO COMMUNICATION DEVICES (RSS-210.
Regulation s and safety notices - 10 1 This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada. This Class B digital apparatus complies wi th Canadian ICES-003, Issue 4, and RSS-210, No 4 (Dec 2000) and No 5 (Nov 2001).
102 - The FCC RF safety requ irement The radiated output power of the wireless LA N Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the computer shall be used in such a manner that t he potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows: 1.
- 103 3. An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Also any tampering of t he internal anten na will void the FCC certification and your warranty .
An important point after buying a device Acer Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Acer Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Acer Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Acer Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Acer Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Acer Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Acer Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Acer Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Acer Aspire V5 122P-61456G50nss along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
