Acer 5000 manual Acer eRecovery, Create backup

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Acer eRecovery

Acer eRecovery is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard drive, CD, or DVD.

Acer eRecovery consists of the following functions:

1Create backup

2Restore from backup

3Create factory default image CD

4Re-install bundled software without CD

5Change Acer eRecovery password

This chapter will guide you through each process.

Note: This feature is only available on certain models. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disk burner, plug in an external USB or IEEE 1394-compatible optical disk burner before entering Acer eRecovery for optical disk related tasks.

Create backup

You can create and save backup images to hard drive, CD, or DVD.

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 Backup snapshot image and click Next.

6Select the backup method.

a Use Backup to HDD to store the backup disk image on drive D:.

b Backup to optical device to store the backup image on CD or DVD.

7After choosing the backup method, click Next.

Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

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Contents Aspire 3000/5000 Series Users Guide Page Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Click on Start, Turn Off Computer then click on Turn OffTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adaptorPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Cleaning and servicingTaking care of your battery pack Operation conditionsContents Arcade controls Traveling internationally with the computer An Aspire tour Front viewDescription Closed front view Left view Right viewRear view Base view Specifications English English Indicators Icon Function DescriptionLaunch keys Launch keyTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock key Description Using the keyboardLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Fn + F12Hot keys Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock offWindows keys Key DescriptionTouchpad Turns the internal touchpad on and off Toggle US dollar sign Euro symbolSpecial keys Hot key Icon Function Description Fn + BrightnessUsing a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayAdjusting the volume AudioUsing the system utilities Acer eManagerAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop Launch Manager Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen Infrared port does not work No audio is heard from the computerKeyboard does not respond Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelEnglish Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call English Arcade for selected models Arcade hot keys Arcade remote control for selected mod- els Arcade Main Cinema ModeAlbum Mode Video Mode Music Mode TV Mode Finding and playing content Advanced SettingsArcade controls Cinema Navigation controlsPlayer controls DVD settings VideoLanguage Album Slideshow settings Video Playing a video fileVideo Authoring Music BurnerTV for selected models Instant ReplayScheduling Recordings Using TeleText FunctionsRecorded TV TV PreviewTV Settings TV SignalChannels Mode Supported Not supported File type compatibilityMoving around Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to take to short meetingsWhat to take to long meetings What to take with you Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer Special considerationsTraveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youSpecial considerations Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwordsEnglish Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Built-in network feature Fast InfraredUniversal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port optionalPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Bios utility Boot sequenceInstalling memory Using software Enable Disk to disk recoveryPassword Playing DVD moviesPower management Acer eRecovery Create backupRestore from backup Create factory default image CDRe-install bundled software without CD Change passwordTroubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceFCC notice Operation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem notices TBRList of Applicable Countries Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio Device Regulatory Notice GeneralEuropean Union EU EN 61000-3-2/-3FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity ZL5Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking English Index English

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