As a "Retired Cybergeek" who started programming on an IBM 1620 in 1961, I have watched the evolution of technical support systems, and a programmer, and as a social scientist. Separating access to fundamental engineering support documentation and the "end user" is a fundamental flaw in the way Acer is handling itself. I own several generations of Acer equipment. The engineers often find ways to "save money" in puting together pacages for market, but when something wears out or needs to be upgraded, they have been allowed to ignore public requirements and feedback. Mine includes the following:
1). Be aware that Acer puts middle or low end reliability hard drives in its' consumer grade equipment.
2). If you are "technical" and want to "hack" things, you will not get support from Acer.