Aspire M5-582PT - Thin client ACER - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Notebook with touchscreen
Display	Multi-touch touchscreen
Webcam	Integrated webcam with activity indicator
Microphone	Internal microphone
Keyboard	Full-sized keyboard with backlight, embedded numeric keypad, hotkeys
Touchpad	Touch-sensitive pointing device with integrated buttons (left/right click)
USB Ports	USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 with power-off charging
HDMI Port	High-definition digital video output
Ethernet Port	RJ-45 10/100/1000
Audio Jack	Headset/speaker jack (combined)
Card Reader	SD (SD/SDHC)
Security Slot	Kensington lock slot
Power Input	DC-in jack
Memory	Memory compartment (user-accessible)
Speakers	Stereo speakers
Battery	Rechargeable battery with indicator (amber charging, blue fully charged)
Battery Reset	Pinhole for battery reset (paperclip required)
Cooling	Ventilation and cooling fan
Operating Temperature	5 °C to 35 °C (operating), -20 °C to 65 °C (non-operating)
Humidity	20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Power Button	Power button with LED indicators

Frequently Asked Questions - Aspire M5-582PT ACER

How do I turn on the computer?

Press the power button located on the front edge. The power indicator will light up.

How do I use the touchpad?

The touchpad supports gestures: press firmly on the surface for a left click, and press the lower right corner for a right click. You can also use multi-finger gestures.

How do I adjust the screen brightness?

Use the hotkeys: press Fn + arrow up to increase brightness, and Fn + arrow down to decrease brightness.

How do I enable or disable the wireless connection?

Press Fn + F3 to toggle Airplane mode on/off, which enables or disables all wireless network devices.

How do I use the keyboard backlight?

Press Fn + F6 to toggle the keyboard backlight on and off.

How do I perform a battery reset?

Insert a paperclip into the battery reset pinhole on the bottom of the computer and press for four seconds. This simulates removing and reinstalling the battery.

How do I use the touchscreen?

The touchscreen supports multi-touch input. Tap or swipe using your fingers. Refer to the User's Manual for detailed gestures.

What are the hotkeys for media control?

Use Fn + F7 for Play/Pause, Fn + F8 for Stop, Fn + F9 for Previous, and Fn + F10 for Next.

How do I register my product?

Visit www.acer.com, select your country, click PRODUCT REGISTRATION, and follow the instructions. You can also double-click the Registration icon on the desktop.

Where can I purchase Acer accessories?

Visit the Acer online shop at store.acer.com for accessories such as chargers, batteries, and bags. Availability may vary by region.

USER MANUAL Aspire M5-582PT ACER

Product registration

When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as:

• Faster service from our trained representatives.
• Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys.
  •The latest news from Acer.

Hurry and register, as other advantages await you!

How to register

To register your Acer product, please visit www.acer.com. Select your country, click PRODUCT REGISTRATION and follow the simple instructions.

You will also be asked to register your product during the setup process, or you can double-click the Registration icon on the desktop.

After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with important data that you should keep in a safe place.

Obtaining Acer accessories

We are happy to inform you that Acer's warranty extension program and Notebook accessories are available online. Come and visit our online shop and find what you need at store.acer.com.

The Acer store is being progressively rolled out, and, unfortunately may not be available in some regions. Please check back regularly to see when it will be available in your country.

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Aspire M5-582PT

Quick Guide

This revision: February 2013

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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 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 Aspire M5-582PT User's Manual. The Aspire M5-582PT 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

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 Webcam	Web camera for video communication.A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active.
2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.
3 Touchscreen	Displays computer output, supports multi-touch input.

Keyboard view

Icon Item Description

1 Keyboard	For entering data into your computer.See "Using the keyboard" on page 9.Caution: Do not use a keyboard protector or similar cover as the keyboard includes ventilation intakes for cooling.
2 Touchpad	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.

Front view

# Icon Item Description

1

Power button Turns the computer on and off.

Icon Item Description

2		Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status.
		Battery indicator	Indicates battery status.Charging: The light is amber when the battery is charging.Fully charged: The light is blue.

Rear view

Icon Item Description

1		Ventilation and cooling fan	Allows the computer to stay cool.Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
2		Headset/speaker jack	Connects to audio devices (e.g.,speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone.
3		USB ports	Connects to USB devices.USB 2.0 compatible.
4		USB port with power-off charging	Connects to USB devices.USB 3.0 compatible (see below).
5		HDMI port	Supports high-definition digital video connections.
6		Ethernet (RJ-45) port	Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network.
7		DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.

Information on USB 3.0

• 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).

Left view

Side view of a black electronic device with a labeled component (1), no visible text or symbols on the body itself.

Icon Item Description

1

SD card reader

Accepts one Secure Digital card (SD or SDHC).Note: To remove the card, simply pull it from the slot.

Right view

Side view of a black electronic device with a labeled component (1), no visible text or symbols on the body itself.

Icon Item Description

		Kensington lock slot	Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
1			Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer.Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock.Keyless models are also available.

Base view

Icon Item Description

1		Ventilation and cooling fan	Allows the computer to stay cool.Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
2		Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory.
3 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.
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).

Using the keyboard

The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, 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 key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.

+		Airplane mode	Turns on / off the computer's network devices.(Network devices vary by configuration.)
+		Sleep	Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
+	☐☐	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.
+		Speaker toggle	Turns the speakers on and off.
+		Keyboard backlight	Turns the keyboard backlight on and off.
+ < >		Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
+ < >		Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
+ < >		Volume up Increases the sound volume.
+ < >		Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
+		Play/Pause	Play or pause a selected media file.

Hotkey Icon Function Description
	■	Stop Stop playing the selected media file.
	|◀◀	Previous Return to the previous media file.
	▶▶|	Next Jump to the next media file.

Environment

- Temperature:

• Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C
  • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C

• Humidity (non-condensing):

• Operating: 20% to 80%
  • Non-operating: 20% to 80%