Aspire Digital 3500 manual English

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Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to complete the installation of your Operating System. After the Operating System is setup, you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup.

I want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs.

Note: If your system is the multilingual version, the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations.

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.

1Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not.

2Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.

3Exit the BIOS setup utility and save changes. The system will reboot.

Note: To activate the BIOS setup utility, press <F2> during POST.

1Restart the system.

2While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process.

3Refer to the on-screen instructions to perform system recovery.

Important: This feature occupies 2 to 3 GB in a hidden partition on your hard drive.

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Contents Aspire 3500 Series Users Guide Page Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and off Click on Start, Turn Off Computer then click on Turn OffTaking care of your AC adaptor Taking care of your computerTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Operation conditionsContents Arcade controls Disconnecting from the desktop Moving aroundCinema AlbumBios utility Using a computer security lock Using passwordsUsing software Troubleshooting tips Error messagesAn Aspire tour Front viewDescription Launch keys on page 14 for more details Closed front viewRight view Left viewRear view Base view Specifications English English Icon Function Description IndicatorsLaunch keys Launch key Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardKey Description Windows keysHotkeys Special keys Euro symbolUS dollar sign Hot key Icon Function Description Fn +Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumeAcer eManager Using the system utilitiesAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Restore without a Recovery CD Acer disk-to-disk recoveryLaunch Manager Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is EnabledFrequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Want to set up my location to use the internal modemNo audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respondEnglish Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Arcade for selected models Arcade hotkeys Arcade remote control for selected models Arcade Main Cinema ModeAlbum Mode Video Mode Music Mode TV Mode Finding and playing content Advanced SettingsArcade controls Cinema Navigation controlsPlayer controls Language DVD settingsAlbum Slideshow settings Video Playing a video fileVideo Authoring Burner MusicInstant Replay TV for selected modelsRecorded TV Using TeleText FunctionsScheduling Recordings TV PreviewTV Settings TV SignalChannels File type compatibility Mode Supported Not supportedTaking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to take to short meetingsWhat to take to long meetings Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeWhat to take with you Special considerationsWhat to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerSpecial considerations Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsEnglish Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Built-in network feature Ieee 1394 port Universal Serial BusPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Installing memory Bios utilityEnable Disk to disk recovery Boot sequencePassword Using softwareRegion code Country or region Power managementCreate backup Acer eRecoveryCreate factory default image CD Restore from backupChange password Re-install bundled software without CDTroubleshooting 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 TBR Modem noticesList of Applicable Countries Important safety instructions English LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementRadio Device Regulatory Notice General Macrovision copyright protection noticeEN 61000-3-2/-3 European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 ZL6 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of ConformityDeclaration of Conformity for CE Marking English Index English