Acer 370 series manual Disk to Disk Recovery

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46	2 Customizing my computer

Disk to Disk Recovery

Disk to Disk Recovery allows you to restore the hard drive with the original software content that was installed when you purchased your notebook. Follow the steps below to access Disk to Disk Recovery.

It is important to back up all data files before you use this option because your drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased.

Restoring process:

1Press F2 to enter BIOS setup during Power-On Self-Test (POST while the TravelMate logo is being displayed).

2Select “Advanced”.

3Refer to the on-screen instruction to set the Boot From D2D mode to “Enabled” and exit.

4Promptly press F10 to enter on-screen instructions to continue the process. After restarting your computer, the Windows installation continues.

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Contents TravelMate 370 series User’s guidePage First things first Your guidesBasic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of your AC adapterCleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front open viewDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Front view Left view Modem port Connects to a phone lineRight view Houses the computer’s hard diskRear view Bottom view Display FeaturesPerformance MultimediaConnectivity Human-centric design and ergonomicsExpansion Indicators Icon Function Description Lock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys Key DescriptionKeyboard Hot keys Hot key Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelEnglish Launch key Default application Launch KeysTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Ieee 1394 Optical drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the Ieee 1394 optical CD or DVD drive trayUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Adjusting the volume AudioPower management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings Setting up a home office What to bring with youSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwordsComputer Page Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast infraredUniversal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardUpgrade options Memory upgrade Installing memory Using system utilities Click on Start, All Programs, then Notebook ManagerBios Utility Launch ManagerDisk to Disk Recovery Troubleshooting my Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respondInfrared port does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Printer does not workTroubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionRequesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name English Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and videoWeight and dimensions PortsEnvironment Power SystemOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensTBR Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement VarningTick notice LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Regulatory InformationUSA Federal Communications Commission FCC Canada Industry Canada ICEurope EU Declaration of Conformity Exposure to Radio Frequency RadiationEnglish Index Types