Acer 8920 Series, LE1 manual Bios utility, Boot sequence, Enable disk-to-disk recovery, Password

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BIOS utility

The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.

Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it.

To activate the BIOS utility, press <F2> during the POST; while the notebook PC logo is being displayed.

Boot sequence

To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen.

Enable disk-to-disk recovery

To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the <F5> and <F6> keys to set this value to Enabled.

Password

To set a password on boot, activate the BIOS utility, then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find Password on boot: and use the <F5> and <F6> keys to enable this feature.

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Contents Aspire 8920 Series Users GuidePage Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Guidelines for safe battery usage Product servicingReplacing the battery pack Potentially explosive environmentsOperating environment Additional safety informationTelephone line safety Medical devicesVehicles Potentially explosive environmentsEmergency calls Disposal instructions Mercury advisoryTips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your visionDeveloping good work habits XiiXiii Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Video Securing your computer Troubleshooting Acer Empowering Technology Launching Acer Empowering TechnologyTo launch Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology applications Empowering Technology password To set the Empowering Technology passwordClick Create a new password Click OK to set the password Acer eAudio Management To create a new power plan Acer ePower ManagementUsing power plans To switch between power plansTo edit a power plan To delete a power planBattery status Empowering Technology Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Lets you set an asset tag for your system Windows Mobility Center Your Acer notebook tour Top viewIcon Item Description Closed front view # Icon DescriptionLeft view Icon DescriptionRight view Rear view Base view Specifications WlanEnglish Indicators Function DescriptionEasy-launch buttons Icon Function DescriptionTouchpad Touchpad basics Function Left Right Main touchpad 2 Center button ButtonFunction Left Right Main touchpad Center button Button Lock key Description Using the keyboardLock keys and separate numeric keypad Fn + F12Windows keys KeyDescriptionHotkeys US dollar sign Euro symbolSpecial keys Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + ←Using a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayTuba AudioAcer CineDash media console ChannelUsing Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Acer PureZoneSet playback as digital output Video DisplayUsing the system utilities Acer Bio-Protection for selected modelsAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenNo audio is heard from the computer Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Keyboard does not respondPrinter does not work English Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimising battery life Battery-low warning Situation Recommended ActionAcer Arcade Deluxe Navigation controls General controlsCinema Player controlsVideos Recent VideosPlaying a video file HomeMedia Live UpdateSettings AdvancedPhoto DVDAlbums HelpAbout Music Slideshow settingsBackground mode Editing PicturesMoving around Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to meetingsWhat to take with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwordsExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Consumer Infrared CIRUniversal Serial Bus USB High-Definition Multimedia InterfaceExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCardEjecting an ExpressCard Installing memory Connecting your TV and AV-in cables for selected models PAL/SECAM and Ntsc systemsAcer DVB-T digital antenna To set up the antenna AV-in cable Enable disk-to-disk recovery Bios utilityBoot sequence PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Power management Acer eRecovery Management Burn backup discsCreate a user backup Manage user backupsRestore Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices FCC noticeOperation conditions Modem notices Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries TBR List of applicable countriesEnglish Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice European Union EU Article 3.1a Health and SafetyRadio device regulatory notice General Article 3.1b EMCFCC RF safety requirement English LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index CD-ROMEnglish