Acer Spin 3 User manual

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© 2020. All Rights Reserved.
Spin 3
Covers: SP313-51N
This revision: October 2020
This manual contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright laws. The
information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Some features
described in this manual may not be supported depending on the 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.
Model number: ________________________________________
Serial number: _________________________________________
Date of purchase: ______________________________________
Place of purchase: _____________________________________
ENVIRONMENT
Temperature:
- Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C
- Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C
Humidity (non-condensing):
- Operating: 20% to 80%
- Storage: 20% to 60%

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First things first
We would like to thank you for making this 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 Guide 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 Spin 3 User’s Manual. The Spin 3 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.
The User’s Manual can be downloaded from the Acer support website by going to:
http://go.acer.com/?id=17883
Software installation
The first time you turn on your computer, it will automatically install software and set
up for use. This may take some time, please do not turn off your computer; wait until
the installation has finished.
Recovery
You should create recovery backups as soon as you can. The Acer Recovery
Management program allows you to create recovery backups and then to restore or
reinstall applications and drivers provided by Acer.
Having trouble?
Acer provides several options to support your purchase.
Acer support
Make sure you write down your computer serial number, date and place of purchase
and model name on the area provided in this guide; save your proof of purchase.
Before you call us, please write down any error message that accompanies the

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problem, and have the computer in front of you and switched on if possible. Having
these items to hand when contacting us will ensure better and quicker service.
Acer website
Remember to visit www.acer.com and refer to the support section for up-to-date
information, help, drivers and downloads.
Warranty and contact information
You can find information about the warranty for your computer and how to contact
technical support in your computer’s Warranty.

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Your Acer notebook tour
After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Setup Guide, let us show you
around your new Acer computer.
Screen view
#Icon Item Description
1 Microphones Internal digital microphones for sound recording.
2 Camera
Camera for video communication or taking photos.
A light next to the webcam indicates that the
webcam is active.
3 Touchscreen Displays computer output, supports multi-touch
input.
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Keyboard view
#Icon Item Description
1 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.
2 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
See "Using the keyboard" on page 9.
3Fingerprint reader
(optional) Fingerprint reader for Windows Hello and security.
4Touchpad
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.
Press down firmly on the lower right corner to
perform a right click.
5Rechargeable active
stylus
Remove the pen from the slot and perform touch
actions on the screen.
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Left view
USB 3.2 Gen 2 information
• USB 3.2 Gen 2 compatible ports are blue.
• Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 2 and earlier devices.
• For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 2-certified devices.
• Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification (SuperSpeed USB).
USB Type-C information
• Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output.
• Compatible with Thunderbolt™4.
• Delivers up to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging.
• DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 65 W at 19~20 V.
For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power
Delivery device.
#Icon Item Description
1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
2USB Type-C /
Thunderbolt™ 4 port
Connects to USB devices with a USB Type-C
connector.
Supports Thunderbolt™ 4 and displays.
3 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections.
4USB port with power-
off charging Connects to USB devices.
5 MicroSD card reader Accepts one Secure Digital (microSD) card.
Only one card can operate at a time.
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Right view
USB 3.2 Gen 1 information
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue.
• Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and earlier devices.
• For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices.
• Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB).
#Icon Item Description
1Stylus slot
Insert the stylus into the slot completely to start
charging.
(Specifications vary depending on model.)
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Power indicator Indicates the computer’s power status.
Battery indicator
Indicates the computer’s battery status.
Charging: The light shows amber when the
battery is charging.
Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC
mode.
3 Power button Press to turn the computer on and off.
4 USB port Connects to USB devices.
5 Headset/speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers,
headphones) or a headset with microphone.
6 Noble lock slot Connects to a Noble-compatible security lock.
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Back view
Base view
#Icon Item Description
1Ventilation and cooling
fan
Allows the computer to stay cool.
Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
2 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.
#Icon Item Description
1Ventilation and cooling
fan
Allows the computer to stay cool.
Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
2 Battery reset pinhole
Simulates removing and reinstalling the battery.
Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four
seconds.
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Using the keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows,
special keys and hotkeys.
Special keys
Your computer’s keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. The function
of each key is clearly marked with an icon.
Icon Function Description
Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
Flight mode Turns on / off the computer's network devices.
Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen,
external monitor (if connected) and both.
Display off Turns the display screen backlight off to save power.
Press any key to return.
Touchpad toggle Turns the built-in touchpad on and off.
Keyboard backlight
toggle Turns the keyboard backlight on and off.
Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
Volume up Increases the sound volume.
Microphone toggle Turns the microphones on and off.
Prt Sc Print Screen Take quick screen shots.

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Hotkeys
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the
hotkey combination.
Pause
Br Pause / Break Sends a Break Command.
Insert Insert Turns Insert on or off.
Pg Up Page up Scrolls up a page in a document.
Pg Dn Page down Scrolls down a page in a document.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
Fn + F1-F12 Function keys Activates the F1 to F12 keys.
Fn + F
Switches fan mode between Silent,
Normal and Performance.
For more information on how to achieve
optimal cooling efficiency in different
scenarios, please launch Acer Quick
Access application.
Fn + Pg Up Home Scrolls to the beginning of a document.
Fn + Pg Dn End Scrolls to the end of a document.
Icon Function Description