Acer 4020 Series manual English

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Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to complete the installation of your Operating System. After the Operating System is set up, you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup.

I want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs.

Note: If your system is the multilingual version, the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations.

This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that is installed when you purchase your notebook. Follow the steps below to rebuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased.) It is important to back up all data files before using this option.

Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings.

1Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not.

2Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.

3Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reboot.

Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press <F2> during POST.

To start the recovery process:

1Restart the system.

2While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process.

3Refer to the on-screen instructions to perform system recovery.

Important! This feature occupies 2 to 3 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk.

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Contents Users Guide TravelMate 4020 SeriesPage 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 adapterClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Operation conditionsContents Page Page TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Icon Description Closed front view# Icon Description Left viewRight view Rear viewIcon Item Description Base view Features Dimensions Weight with batteryAudio Keyboard and pointing deviceEnvironment PowerSystem OptionsIcon Function Description IndicatorsEasy-launch buttons Easy-launch button Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardWindows keys HotkeysKey Description Fn + F2 Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1EManager. See Acer eManager on Fn + F3Euro symbol Special keysUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumeAcer eRecovery Using the system utilitiesAcer eSettings Acer eManagerAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager Norton AntiVirus How do I check for viruses? Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Printer does not workEnglish Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to meetingsWhat to take with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Universal Serial Bus USB Built-in network featurePC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Bios utility Boot sequenceInstalling memory Password Enable disk-to-disk recoveryUsing software Playing DVD moviesPower management Create backup Acer eRecoveryRestore from backup Create factory default image CDRe-install bundled software without CD Change password Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action Regulations and safety notices Energy Star guidelines complianceFCC notice Operation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries TBR Modem noticesList of applicable countries English Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeRadio device regulatory notice General EN 61000-3-2/-3 European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Environmental Policy Declaration ZL3 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of ConformityDeclaration of Conformity for CE Marking CD-ROM IndexEnglish