Acer 8100 Series manual Acer disc-to-disc recovery, Multilingual operating system installation

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Acer disc-to-disc recovery

Note: This feature is only available on certain models.

Multilingual operating system installation

Follow the instructions to choose the operating system and language you use when you first power-on the system.

1Turn on the system.

2Acer's multilingual operating system selection menu will pop-up automatically.

3Use the arrow keys to scroll to the language version you want. Press <Enter> to confirm your selection.

4The operating system and language you choose now will be the only option for future recovery operations.

5The system will install the operating system and language you choose.

Restore without a Recovery CD

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 you use this option.

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

aCheck to see if Acer disc-to-disc recovery is enabled or not.

bMake sure the [D2D Recovery] setting in [Main] is [Enabled].

cExit the BIOS Setup Utility and save changes. The system will reboot.

Note: To activate BIOS Setup Utility, press <F2> during POST.

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Contents TravelMate 8100 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 Cleaning and servicingTaking care of your AC adapter Operation conditions Please refer to Frequently-asked questions onContents Page Troubleshooting my computer Page TravelMate tour Front viewDescription Closed front view Programs. See Launch keys onTouchpad basics on page 20 for more details English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications Weight with battery AudioKeyboard and pointing device PortsDimensions PowerOptions/Accessories EnvironmentIndicators Icon Function DescriptionUsing the keyboard Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Desired action Num Lock on Num Lock offWindows keys Key DescriptionShift+ Hot keys Hot Icon Function Description Key Fn+F7 Fn+F8Fn+↑ Fn+↓Euro symbol English Launch key Default application Launch keysTouchpad Touchpad basicsLeft button Right Main touchpad Centre Function Button Using a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayAdjusting the volume AudioUsing system utilities Acer GridVistaAcer eManager Launch Manager Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your NotebookMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to take to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings What to take with you Special considerationsSetting up a home office Traveling with the computerTraveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youUsing a computer security lock Using the Smart CardSecuring your computer Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecurePlatinumSecure Options Change Password Smart Card ManagerEncrypt/Decrypt Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Built-in network feature Fast InfraredUniversal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 portPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Installing memory Bios Utility Boot sequenceDisc to Disc Recovery enable PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Power management Acer eRecovery Create backupRestore from backup Create factory default image CDRe-install bundled software without CD Change passwordAcer disc-to-disc recovery Multilingual operating system installationRestore without a Recovery CD English English My computer Key link http//global.acer.com Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Keyboard does not respondInfrared port does not work Printer does not workTroubleshooting tips Error messagesError Messages Corrective Action Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeModem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens TBR List of Applicable Countries For modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008For modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio Device Regulatory Notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 English Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/3/2