Acer MS2154W, 2100 manual To D Recovery Disc to Disc, Multilingual operating system installation

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D to D Recovery (Disc to Disc)

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 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 "Hard Disk Recovery" function is enabled or not.

bMake sure the [Hard Disk Recovery] setting in [Advanced] is [Enabled].

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

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

1Restart the system.

2The instruction "Press <F2> to Enter BIOS" is shown at the bottom of the screen, during POST.

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Contents User’s Guide TravelMate 2100/2600 SeriesPage Your guides First things firstTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter English Contents Customizing my computer Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Performance FeaturesDisplay MultimediaHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description IndicatorsLock keys Using the keyboardLock Key Description Fn-F11Embedded numeric keypad Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock OffKey Description Windows keys+ R Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F1 Hot keysFn-F2 Fn-F3Fn-F6 Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F5Fn-F7 Fn-F8Euro symbol Launch keys Description Default ApplicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left Button Right Center Tap Hard disk StorageOptical drive Ejecting the DVD trayRegion Code Country or Region Playing DVD moviesAudio Power managementMoving around with your TravelMate Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Traveling with the computerWhat to bring with you Setting a password Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer English Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsModem Universal Serial Bus NetworkInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Memory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory Click on Start, All Programs, then Notebook Manager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Bios UtilityMultilingual operating system installation To D Recovery Disc to DiscRestore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit My computer Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsImage is not full-screen CD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Printer does not work International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions System English Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceOperation conditions Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesList of Applicable Countries TBRFor Modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 For Modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice LCD pixel statementRadio Device Regulatory Notice European Union EU GeneralExposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 FCC RF safety requirementFederal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/3/5 Index DVD