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Swift 3
Covers: SF314-512 / SF314-512T
This revision: December 2021
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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.
For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive, please refer to the Swift 3 User’s Manual. The Swift 3 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 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 to 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 and 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 in 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
| # | Icon | Item | Description |
| 1 | Microphones | Internal digital microphone for sound recording. | |
| 2 | Camera | Camera for video communication or taking photos. A light next to the camera indicates that the camera is active. | |
| 3 | Screen | Displays computer output, supports touch or non-touch option. |
Keyboard view
| # | Icon | Item | Description |
| 1 | Keyboard | For entering data into your computer. See “Using the keyboard”. | |
| 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. | |
| 3 |  | Power button with fingerprint reader | Turns the computer on and off. Touch lightly to use fingerprint reader for Windows Hello and security. |
Left view
| # | Icon | Item | Description |
| 1 |  | USB Type-C port with DC-in | Connects to the provided USB Type-C 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 poweroff charging | Connects to USB devices. |
USB Type-A information
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue.
- Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and earlier devices.
- For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices.
- Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB).
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 power adapter or power source providing 65 W at 20 V.
For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device.
Right view
| # | Icon | Item | Description |
| 1 |  | Headset/speaker jack | Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones) or a headset with microphone. |
| 2 |  | USB port | Connects to USB devices. |
| 3 |  | 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. | |
| 4 |  | Kensington lock slot | Connects to a Kensington-compatible security lock. |
Base view
| # | Icon | Item | Description |
| 1 | Ventilation and cooling fan | Allows the computer to stay cool. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. | |
| 2 |  | Battery reset pinhole | Simulates removing and reinstalling the battery. Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds. |
| 3 | Speakers | Deliver stereo audio output. |
Using the keyboard
The keyboard has full-sized keys, a numeric keypad, separate cursor, 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.
| Icon | Function | Description |
 | Speaker toggle | Turns the speakers on and off. |
 | Volume down | Decreases the sound volume. |
 | Volume up | Increases the sound volume. |
 | Microphone toggle | Turns the microphones on and off. |
 | Brightness down | Decreases the screen brightness. |
 | Brightness up | Increases the screen brightness. |
 | Display toggle | Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. |
 | Lock your computer | Locks your computer to secure your information. You can enter 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.
| Hotkey | Icon | Description |
| Fn + F1-F12 | Activates the F1 to F12 keys. | |
| Fn + F | Switches fan mode between Silent, Normal and Performance. For more information on how to achieve optimal cooling efficiency in different scenarios, please launch Acer Quick Access application. | |
| Fn + Delete | Insert | Turns Insert on or off. |
Fn + | Home | Scrolls to the beginning of a document. |
Fn +  | End | Scrolls to the end of a document. |
Fn + | Pg up | Scrolls up a page in a document. |
Fn + | Pg dn | Scrolls down a page in a document. |
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