Acer Aspire S7-392 User manual

Acer Aspire S7-392
Quick Guide
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Acer Aspire S7-392 Quick Guide
Orignial issue: 4/2013
Model number: __________________________________
Serial number: ___________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________
Place of purchase: ________________________________

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First things first
We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for
meeting your mobile computing needs.
Your guides
To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides:
First off, the Setup Poster helps you get started with setting up your
computer.
The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your
new computer.
For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive, please
refer to the User’s Manual.The User’s Manual contains useful information
applying to your new computer. It covers basic topics such as using the
keyboard and audio, etc.
This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities,
data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. In addition it contains
warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your
notebook.
Follow these steps to access it:
1 Type "User" from Start.
2 Click on Acer User’s Manual.

Your Acer notebook tour
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Your Acer notebook tour
After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show
you around your new Acer computer.Screen view
#Icon Item Description
1 Ambient light sensor Controls the keyboard and monitor backlights.
2 Touchscreen Displays computer output, supports multi-
touch input.
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Power indicator
Indicates the computer’s power status.
Blue: The computer is turned on.
Amber, slow flash: The computer is in
Standby.
Amber, fast flash: The computer is entering
Hibernate / Deep Sleep.
Battery indicator
Indicates battery status.
Amber: The battery is charging.
Blue: The battery is fully charged.
4 Webcam
Web camera for video communication.
A light next to the webcam indicates that the
webcam is active.
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Keyboard view
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#Icon Item Description
1Keyboard
For entering data into your computer.
Caution: Do not use a keyboard protector or
similar cover as the keyboard includes
ventilation intakes for cooling.
2Touchpad
Touch-sensitive pointing device.
The touchpad and selection buttons form a
single surface. 
Press down firmly on the touchpad surface to
perform a left click.
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Press down firmly on the lower right corner to
perform a right click.
Front view
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#Icon Item Description
1Microphones Internal stereo microphones for sound
recording.

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Left view
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#Icon Item Description
1DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
2Power button
Turns the computer on and off.
Note: The computer will also turn on by
opening the lid.
3USB port Connects to USB devices.
4SD card reader
Accepts one Secure Digital card (SD or
SDHC).
Note: To remove the card, simply pull it from
the slot.
Warning: The card sticks from the side of the
computer. Ensure you don’t damage your
card.
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 (SuperSpeed USB).

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Right view
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#Icon Item Description
1Headset/speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers,
headphones) or a headset with microphone.
2USB port with power-
off charging Connects to USB devices.
3HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video
connections.
4Acer Converter port
Connects to the Acer Converter cable,
allowing for easy connection to a LAN, an
external display or an additional USB device.
Note: There are different cables available.
Please check with your retailer to see which
are compatible with your computer.
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 (SuperSpeed USB).
• Supports power-off USB charging, allowing you to charge supported mobile
devices while the notebook is switched off.

Using the keyboard
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Base view
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Using the keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys and separate cursor, Windows, function, and
special keys.
Hotkeys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the
computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output.
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other
key(s) in the hotkey combination.
#Icon Item Description
1 Battery reset pinhole
Simulates removing and reinstalling the
battery
Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for
four seconds to reset the computer.
2 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
<Fn> + <Q> Communication Enables / disables the computer's
communication devices.
<Fn> + <W> Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.

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Note: To use Function keys (such as F1, F2 ...) press <Fn> and the
corresponding number key. Thus, <Fn> + <1> for <F1> etc. 
During boot up, press <Fn> + <2> to access BIOS.
<Fn> + <E> Display toggle
Switches display output between the
display screen, external monitor (if
connected) and both.
<Fn> + <R> Display off
Turns the display screen backlight off
to save power. Press any key to
return.
<Fn> + <T> Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on and
off.
<Fn> + <Y> Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
<Fn> + <U>Decrease backlight
brightness
Decreases the brightness of the
keyboard backlight.
<Fn> + <I>Increase backlight
brightness
Increases the brightness of the
keyboard backlight.
<Fn> + <U> + <I> Backlight toggle
Turns the keyboard backlight on and
off.
Note: This function is disabled if the
light sensor detects a bright
environment.
<Fn> + <O> Rotate screen Rotates the image displayed on the
screen.
<Fn> + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
<Fn> + < > Volume up Increases the sound volume.
<Fn> + < > Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
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