4 - Table of contents
Traveling internationally with the computer...... 69
Preparing the computer ............................ 69
What to bring with you .............................. 69
Special considerations .............................. 69
Securing your computer 71
Using a computer security lock ........................ 71
Using passwords.............................................. 71
Entering passwords .................................. 72
Acer Theft Shield 73
Using Acer Theft Shield ................................... 75
General ..................................................... 75
Settings ..................................................... 76
Wireless networks 77
Connecting to the Internet................................ 77
Wireless networks ............................................ 77
Using a Bluetooth connection 79
Enabling and disabling Bluetooth..................... 79
Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8 ......... 80
Adding a Bluetooth device ............................... 81
Acer Converter Port 86
HDMI 87
Universal Serial Bus (USB) 88
BIOS utility 89
Boot sequence ................................................. 89
Setting passwords ........................................... 89
Frequently asked questions 90
Requesting service.......................................... 92
Tips and hints for using Windows 8................. 94
Three concepts you might want to
keep in mind............................................. 94
How do I access the charms? .................. 94
How do I get to Start? .............................. 94
How do I jump between apps?................. 95
How do I turn off my computer? ............... 95
Why is there a new interface?.................. 95
How do I unlock my computer? ................ 95
How do I personalize my computer?........ 96
I want to use Windows in the way
that I'm used to - give me my
desktop back! ........................................... 97
Where are my apps?................................ 97
What is a Microsoft ID (account)? ............ 99
How do I add a favorite to Internet
Explorer?.................................................. 99
How do I check for Windows
updates? ................................................ 100
Where can I get more information?........ 100
Troubleshooting............................................. 101
Troubleshooting tips............................... 101
Error messages...................................... 101
Regulations and safety notices 103
