acer Spin 5 User Guide

User Guide

Spin 5

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Spin 5
Covers: SP514-51N
This revision: February 2022
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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%

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 5 User’s Manual. The Spin 5 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/support

Software installation

The first time you turn on your computer, it will automatically install software and set it 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 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 problem, and have the computer in front of you 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 for your computer’s Warranty.

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

A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active.
3| | Touchscreen| Displays computer output, and supports multi-touch input.

Keyboard view

Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
2| | Keyboard| For entering data into your computer.
See “Using the keyboard” on page 9.
3| | 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.
4| ****| Power button with fingerprint reader| Turns the computer on and off.
Touch lightly to use the fingerprint reader for Windows
Hello and security.
5| | Rechargeable active stylus| Remove the pen from the slot and perform touch actions on the screen.

Left view

power adapter and to USB devices with a USB Type-C connector.
Supports Thunderbolt™ 4 and displays.
2| | HDMI port| Supports high-definition digital video connections.
3| | USB port with power-off charging| Connects to USB devices.
4| | Headset/speaker jack| Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with a microphone.
5| | 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.
| Power indicator| Indicates the computer’s power status.

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 a 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.

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).

Right view

charging.
(Specifications vary depending on the model.)
2| | MicroSD card reader| Accepts one Secure Digital (microSD) card.
Only one card can operate at a time.
3| | USB port| Connects to USB devices.
4| | Noble lock slot| Connects to a Noble-compatible security lock.

Rearview

Do not cover or obstruct the openings.

Base view

Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
2| | Speakers| Deliver stereo audio output.
3| | Battery reset pinhole| Simulates removing and reinstalling the battery.
Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds.

Using the keyboard

The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, a separate cursor, a 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.

monitor (if connected), and both.
| Lock your computer| Locks your computer to secure your information. You can enter a password to continue your work.
| Flight mode| Turns on / off the computer’s network devices.
| Touchpad toggle| Turns the built-in touchpad on and off.
| Keyboard backlight control| Adjusts keyboard backlight brightness
| Snipping Tool| Snips a rectangle, freeform, window, or full screen to your clipboard.

Hotkeys
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.

For more information on how to achieve optimal cooling efficiency in different scenarios, please launch the Acer Quick Access application.
Fn +| prt sc| Print Screen| Take quick screenshots.
Fn + delete| ins| Insert| Turns Insert on or off.
Fn +| Home| Home| Scrolls to the beginning of a document.
Fn +| End| End| Scrolls to the end of a document.
Fn +| Pg Up| Page up| Scrolls up a page in a document.
Fn +| Pg Dn| Page down| Scrolls down a page in a document.

References

• Download Acer Support Drivers and Manuals | Acer United States
• Acer Laptops, Desktops, Chromebooks, Monitors & Projectors | Acer United States

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