Acer 4100 Series, 4600 Series manual Re-install bundled software without CD, Change password

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7 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

Re-install bundled software without CD

Acer eRecovery stores pre-loaded software internally for easy driver and application re-installation.

1Boot to Windows XP.

2Press <Alt>+<F10> to open the Acer eRecovery utility.

3Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros.

4In the Acer eRecovery window, select Recovery actions and click Next.

5In the Recovery settings window, select Reinstall applications/ drivers and click Next.

6Select the desired driver/application and follow the instructions on screen to re-install.

At first launch, Acer eRecovery prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window.

Change password

Acer eRecovery and Acer disc-to-disc recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. Follow the steps below to change the password in Acer eRecovery.

1Boot to Windows XP.

2Press <Alt>+<F10> to open the Acer eRecovery utility.

3Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros.

4In the Acer eRecovery window, select Recovery settings and click Next.

5In the Recovery settings window, select Password: Change Acer eRecovery password and click Next.

6Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

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Note: If the system crashes, and will not boot to Windows, you can run Acer disc-to-disc recovery to restore the factory default image under DOS mode.

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Contents User’s Guide TravelMate 4100 / 4600 SeriesPage Your guides First things firstBasic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingTaking care of your AC adapter Please refer to Frequently-asked questions on Operation conditionsContents Page Appendix a Regulation & safety notices Troubleshooting my computerPage TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Programs. See Launch keys on Closed front view English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications Audio Weight with batteryKeyboard and pointing device PortsPower DimensionsEnvironment SystemIcon Function Description IndicatorsEnglish Lock keys Using the keyboardLock Key Description Fn-F11Embedded numeric keypad Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock OffWindows keys Hot keys Fn-F6 Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F5Fn-F7 Fn-F8Euro symbol Special KeysUS dollar sign Launch keys Launch key Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Tap Button Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volumeAcer eManager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Acer GridVista Moving around with your Notebook Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to take to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings Special considerations What to take with youTraveling with the computer Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsEnglish Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Fast Infrared Built-in network featureIeee 1394 port Universal Serial BusInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Installing memoryBoot sequence Bios UtilityDisc to Disc Recovery enable PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Power management Create backup Acer eRecoveryCreate factory default image CD Restore from backupChange password Re-install bundled software without CDAcer disc-to-disc recovery Multilingual operating system installationRestore without a Recovery CD English English My computer Key link http//global.acer.com Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenKeyboard does not respond Want to set up my location to use the internal modemInfrared port does not work Printer does not workTroubleshooting tips Error messagesError Messages Corrective Action International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceOperation conditions Modem noticesRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesList of Applicable Countries TBRFor modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeRadio Device Regulatory Notice General European Union EU FCC RF safety requirementEnglish Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/6/1 English Page CD-ROM