Acer Iconia W3 user manual Recovery, Creating a recovery backup

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RECOVERY

If you are having trouble with your computer, and the frequently asked questions do not help, you can 'recover' your computer - i.e. return it to an earlier state.

This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer provides Acer Recovery Management, which allows you to create a recovery backup, a drivers and applications backup, and to start recovery options, either using Windows tools, or the recovery backup.

Note: Acer Recovery Management is only available with a pre- installed Windows operating system.

Important: We recommend that you create a Recovery Backup and Drivers and Applications Backup and as soon as possible. In certain situations a full recovery will require a USB recovery backup.

Creating a recovery backup

To reinstall from a USB storage drive, you must first create a recovery backup. The recovery backup includes the entire original contents of your computer’s hard drive, including Windows and all factory-loaded software and drivers. Using this backup will restore your computer to the same state as when you purchased it, while giving you an option to retain all settings and personal data.

Note: Make sure you have a USB drive with a capacity of at least 16 GB.

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Contents Iconia W3 User’s Manual Page Table of Contents Regulations and safety notices Recovering your systemBios utility Turning the product off before cleaning Safety and ComfortAccessing the power cord Disconnecting the power sourceProtecting your hearing Product servicing GeneralGuidelines for safe battery usage Radio Frequency Interference Medical Devices Potentially Explosive Environments Finding your comfort zone Sustainability/sustainability01.htmTaking care of your vision Humidity non-condensing TemperatureDeveloping good work habits First Things First Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Your Acer Tablet PC Tour LED IndicatorsTablet PC Top view DescriptionNot available on all models Bottom view Front view DescriptionDescription Back view Description Left/right views Description When using a USB port, it is recommended toPlug in the power adapter Description Micro USB Hdmi Micro Using the Virtual Keyboard Using the virtual keyboard Connecting to the Internet Wireless NetworksWireless networks What are benefits of a wireless network? MobilityAccess point router Installation speed and simplicityComponents of a wireless LAN Screen Orientation G-SENSOR Disable Fast startup Power ManagementSaving power Power management Select Save changes Battery pack characteristics Battery PackCharging the battery Conditioning a new battery packBattery pack Battery-low warning Optimizing battery lifeChecking the battery level Situation Battery rapidlyRecommended Action Securing Your Computer Using passwordsEntering passwords Nothing appears on the screen Frequently Asked QuestionsKeyboard does not respond No audio is heard from the computerPrinter does not work Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Before you call Tips and hints for using Windows How do I jump between apps? Why is there a new interface?How do I turn off my computer? What are ’live tiles?’How do I move tiles? How do I personalize my computer?Can I make tiles bigger or smaller? How do I personalize the Lock screen?So, how do I close an app? Can I change the screen resolution?Where are my apps? Cant find apps like Notepad and Paint! Where are they? How do I install apps?How do I make an app appear on Start? How do I remove a tile from Start?Do I need one? What is a Microsoft ID account?How do I get one? How do I add a favorite to Internet Explorer?Where can I get more information? How do I check for Windows updates?Troubleshooting tips TroubleshootingError messages Corrective actionHard disk 0 extended Creating a recovery backup RecoveryRecovery Recovery Creating a drivers and applications backup Click Create Drivers and Applications Backup Recovery Recovering your system Reinstalling drivers and applications Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications Returning to an earlier system snapshot Returning your system to its factory condition Returning to a restore pointRecovering from Windows Click Restore Factory Settings Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery ManagementRecovery Click Customized Restore Retain User Data Customized Restore with Acer Recovery ManagementRecovering Your System Setting passwords Bios UtilityBoot sequence Regulations and Safety Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Wireless operation channels for different domainsFrance Restricted wireless frequency bands Tarn et Garonne Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 List of national codesVer .01.0