Acer 5000 Series manual Create factory default image CD, Re-install bundled software without CD

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Create factory default image CD

When the System CD and Recovery CD are not available, you can create them by using this feature.

1Boot to Windows XP.

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

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

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

5In the Recovery settings window, select Burn image to disk and click Next.

6In the Burn image to disk window, select 1. Factory default image or 2. Application CD and click Next.

7Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

Note: Select 1. Factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disk that contains your computer's entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory. If you wish to have a disk that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications, select 2. Application CD — this disk will not be bootable.

Re-install bundled software without CD

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

1Boot to Windows XP.

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

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

4In the Acer eRecovery Management 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 Management prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window.

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Contents Ferrari 5000 Series Users GuidePage Turning the product off before cleaning Information for your safety and comfortSafety instructions Using electrical powerProduct servicing Mercury advisory Replacing the battery pack Telephone line safetyDisposal instructions Taking care of your vision Tips and information for comfortable useFinding your comfort zone Developing good work habits ViiYour guides Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Turning your computer on and offClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Taking care of your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Please refer to Frequently asked questions on Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Contents Using the system utilities Securing your computer Index Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology passwordDC mode Battery mode Acer ePower ManagementAC mode Adapter mode To create a new power profileBattery status Empowering Technology Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Acer ePerformance Management Icon Item Description Your Acer notebook tourFront view Icon Description Closed front viewPrograms. See Easy-launch buttons on English Left view Right view Rear view HdmiBase view Specifications English English English Acpi Indicators Function DescriptionEasy-launch button Default application Easy-launch buttonsTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardDesired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Lock key DescriptionKey Description Windows keysHotkeys Fn + F2 Acer EmpoweringHotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1 Technology onUS dollar sign Euro symbolSpecial keys Recharging the Bluetooth mouse Using the Bluetooth wireless optical mouseInstallation UsageEnglish Getting to know your VoIP phone Acer Bluetooth VoIP PhonePackage contents LayoutLED indicators Charging the phoneUsing Acer VCM Using Acer VCM Voice Connection ManagerInstalling Acer VCM Info barIM Control tab Connecting the phone to your notebookMenu item Function General tabEnglish Using the phone Using a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD diskAdjusting the volume AudioRotating the Acer OrbiCam Acer OrbiCamGetting to know your Acer OrbiCam # ItemLaunching the Acer OrbiCam Changing the Acer OrbiCam settingsResolution Options Camera SettingsBasic settings Capturing photos/videos Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcamCapture settings Pictures and My Videos folderEnabling the Acer VisageON Using the face tracking feature Using video effects selected models only Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatibleLaunch Manager Scans panel, click Run Full System Scan Norton AntiVirusHow do I check for viruses? Image is not full-screen Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Keyboard does not respond Want to set up my location to use the internal modemNo audio is heard from the computer Printer does not workEnglish Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Preparing the computerWhat to take with you Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youSecuring your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsFax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Fast Infrared FIRUniversal Serial Bus USB Ieee 1394 portEjecting a PC Card PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting an ExpressCard ExpressCardInserting an ExpressCard Installing memory Bios utilityBoot sequence Using software Enable disk-to-disk recoveryPassword Playing DVD moviesPower management Acer eRecovery ManagementCreate backup Restore from backupCreate factory default image CD Re-install bundled software without CDChange password Error messages Corrective action Troubleshooting tipsError messages FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesEnergy Star guidelines compliance Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesOperation conditions Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesTBR List of applicable countriesEnglish Macrovision copyright protection notice Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement EN 61000-3-2/-3 Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU FCC RF safety requirement English Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity ZC3Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index CD-ROMEnglish