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Windows 10 updates may cause system slowness or freezing during download and installation
Why does my Windows 10 system lag or lockup after installing updates? Microsoft frequently releases updates that automatically install to your system to make sure your operating system is up to date. These update packages may be large and can impact system performance while they are downloading and installing. If you are…
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Windows 10: Download and install a driver
Acer posts the latest software and driver updates on our support site for easy download. Using the latest software and drivers will help keep your system up to date and running smoothly. Downloading Drivers: Visit the Drivers and Manuals section of the Acer support website. Enter your Serial Number/SNID or search for your…
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Windows 10: Locate the computer name
How do I see the name of my computer? Use the following steps to find the name of your computer: Click the Start menu and select Settings. Click System. Click About. Your PC name will appear next to PC name.
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Windows 10: Put the computer to sleep
How do I put the computer to sleep? Use the following steps to put the computer to sleep: Click the Start menu. Click Power. Click Sleep.
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Windows 10: Reset your PC to factory settings using the Acer Care Center
How do I restore my PC to the factory default settings using the Acer Care Center? Use the following steps to reset your PC to factory default settings using the Acer Care Center Type Acer Care Center in the search box. Click on Acer Recovery Management. Click on get started right to reset your PC. Click on Remove…
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Windows 10: Adjust Night Light Settings
Windows 10 night light settings to adjust blue light Windows 10 has a Night Light setting that filters blue light to provide warmer colors that are easier on your eyes. You can use the steps below to turn on the Night Light feature, or set it to come on automatically at specific times. Click the Start menu and…
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How to Activate Windows
How can I activate my copy of Windows? Windows should automatically activate when you set your Acer computer up for the first time. If Windows does not activate automatically, you should try the instructions below to activate it. You must be connected to the internet for Windows to activate. Click on Start ⊞ and…
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Windows 10: Reset a local account password with a Password Reset Disk
How do I reset my password with a password reset disk? Use the following steps to use your Password Reset Disk: Type your password at the login screen. Click OK when the password fails. Insert your Password Reset Disk and click Reset Password. Click Next. Select your Password Reset Disk and click Next. Type and confirm…
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How to Restore Windows on Acer Computers Using Alt + F10 on Startup
How can I recover my computer if it will not boot to Windows? You can restore the operating system on your Acer Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer by pressing the Alt and F10 keys when the computer starts to boot up. Press and hold the Power key for 5 seconds to power the system off completely. Turn on the computer and…
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Windows 10: Disable the Login Screen After Waking From Sleep
Do I have to type my password every time I wake up my system? You can disable the login screen so you do not have to enter a password when you resume your system from sleep mode. Click the Start menu and select Settings.. Select Accounts. Click Sign-in options. Click the drop down menu under Require sign-in and select…
