NEC P8510 Recovery Information for Windows Vista, NEC Recovery Program from backup partition

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Recovery Information for Windows Vista®

NEC Recovery Program (from backup partition)

There is a backup partition on the hard disk drive which contains all the data you may need in order to restore your configuration as it was when leaving the factory. This partition occupies about 10 GB of your hard disk drive.

Note

This backup partition is hidden.

The NEC Recovery Program can restore your notebook to the same state as when you purchased it, while giving you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval.

Due to the wide range of reasons for which the NEC Recovery Program may be used, no guarantee can be given that all data will be retained.

The procedure described below is only applicable if your backup data is stored on your notebook’s hard disk. If you wish to restore your notebook using Recovery DVD, please refer to notes below.

You are strongly recommended to create a set of Recovery DVDs for future use. Be ready with 2 blank DVD-Rs. Please use the MDVDCreator tool. Click the Start button

, click All Programs, then click MDVDCreator to launch the MDVDCreator program. It will then guide you through the process.

Before you run the MDVDCreator program, you need to disable the UAC (User Account

Control). To do this, click the Start button , click Control Panel, select User Accounts, then click Turn User Account Control on or off. Then uncheck the “Use User Account Control (UAC) to help protect your computer” box. Click OK.

CAUTION

Before using the NEC Recovery Program it is recommended that you FIRST try fixing your computer with Windows Vista® System Restore.

System Restore can be used to restore your computer to a previous state when it was known to function correctly, without affecting your personal data files (such as documents, browsing history, drawings, favourites, or e-mails).

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Contents NEC Versa P8510 Series Table of Contents Electronic User’s Guide Text SetupAbout Your Electronic User’s Guide For specific models onlyBasic Care and Handling Tips Precautions for Notebook Use Be sure to follow these power cord safety tipsRoutine Cleaning Storage RequirementsIntroducing Your NEC Versa Getting to Know Your NotebookFront View of the Notebook Page Back View of the Notebook Left Side View of the Notebook Right Side View of the NotebookBottom View of the Notebook Keyboard LED Behaviour Power saving mode Multimedia Sensors with LED IndicatorTap this icon once to turn On/Off ECO settings. This is a Tap this icon once to turn On/Off the Bluetooth WirelessPage Function Keys Power Button Optional AccessoriesTouchpad Tips Using the TouchpadTouchpad Left Click Button Right Click Button Description Power Sources AC AdaptorConnecting the AC Adaptor Using the BatteryConserving Battery Power Charging the BatteryLow Battery Power Power Management FeaturesReplacing the Battery Battery PrecautionsRemoving the Battery in your Notebook Installing the Battery in your NotebookHandling the Battery Disposing of the BatteryBios Setup Menus Introducing Bios Setup for Windows VistaEntering Bios Setup Use Bios Setup toWindows Vista Operating System Introduction Windows Vista Operating System SetupFor Windows Vista Operating system setup Windows Vista Operating SystemsFor Hong Kong dual boot models only Dual Boot 2 languages English and Traditional ChineseWindows Language Selection Desktop Icons Windows Vista Operating SystemTaskbar Icons Start Menu Technical Support InformationWindows Vista Operating System Power Options Properties Managing System Power Windows Vista Operating SystemPower Plan Alarms AdvancedTips for Using Windows Vista Frequently Asked Questions FAQ Windows VistaSystem Configuration Label Applications Adobe Reader Bluetooth Wireless Technology Blu-ray Page Import All Kinds of File Formats Including Record TV CyberLink MakeDiscEasy DVD Burning for the Digital Home Create Stylish DVD MenusCyberLink SoftDMA McAfee Internet Security Suite with Site AdvisorTM 10-in1 ProtectionStops Viruses Home License Subscription ServiceSafe Search and Surf Halts HackersSecures Your Identity Backs Up and Restores FilesImproves Computer Health Prevents Spam and Email ScamData Roxio Creator LJMusic Back UpMore Features Advanced OptionsSRS Premium Sound Optical Drive Using your NEC Versa Removable Disk DrivesGeneral Information about Optical Discs Disc LoadingDisc Care Optical Disc Drive CareBays Hard Disk DriveTaking Care of Your Notebook Protecting Your Notebook From Power OutagesProtecting Your Notebook From Damage Keeping Your Notebook in Good Condition Security Operating Environment Daily Preventive MaintenanceFirst Time Use WeeklyShipping Your Notebook Use these steps to prepare your notebook for shippingModem Bluetooth Wireless Technology / Wireless LANConnecting using a Modem Local Area Network LANWhat To Take Power ConnectionsPreparing for Travel Getting Through CustomsConnecting / Using Your Modem Connecting / Using a LANConnecting / Using a Wireless LAN Using Peripheral Devices USB Devices Audio VideoSetting Up a Healthy Work Environment Vary Your Workday Practise Some Stretching ExercisesYour Chair Arrange Your EquipmentCheck the following Your Input Devices Your DeskYour Screen Vary Your Workday Reducing the Risk of InjuriesPractise Some Stretching Exercises Repetitive Strain Injury Potential Medical ConditionsThree Stages of Repetitive Strain Injury Epilepsy Warning Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial FactorsProblem Checklist Problem ResolutionStart-Up Problems If You Need AssistanceRecovery Information for Windows Vista NEC Recovery Program from backup partitionBackup your personal files Full RecoveryPartial Recovery Return your notebook to its original configurationPage Page If You Wish to Perform a Full Recovery Other filesFrequently Asked Questions Where can I find the call centre phone number?Computer Viruses Boot ProblemsTechnical Support Is my notebook virus-free? What is a computer virus?What can I do to keep my notebook virus-free? What are the different types of viruses?Internet How do I connect to the internet?How do search engines work? How can I narrow down a search on the Internet?Are cookies a threat to privacy? Ieee 1394 Devices and Digital VideoIeee 1394 Devices Can a virus attach itself to cookies?Digital Video What is the Digital Video DV format?What are the benefits of Digital Video? 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