Disc to Disc Recovery, Restore without a Recovery CD | Acer 3400

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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 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 chose.

Restore without a Recovery CD

The recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that was installed when you purchased 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.

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

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Acer 3400 manual Disc to Disc Recovery, Multilingual operating system installation, Restore without a Recovery CD

Contents

User’s Guide FerrariPage Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guides Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery pack English Contents Peripherals and options Moving with your computerSoftware Troubleshooting Appendix a Specifications Appendix B NoticesIndex English Your computer Page Front open view Tour of your computer Getting familiar with your computer Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Connectivity FeaturesDisplay Multimedia Expansion Human-centric design and ergonomics Icon Function Description Indicators Using the Keyboard Special keysLock keys Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot key Icon Function Description Hot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Touchpad basics Touchpad Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Launch Keys Mail Detection Storage Hard diskOptical drive Ejecting the optical disc Audio Adjusting the volume Ethernet and LAN Connectivity options Fax/data modem Fast infrared Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwords Battery power Page Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Discharging the batteryChecking the battery level Battery-low warning Optimizing battery life Situation Recommended Action Power management Options Page External keypad External display devicesExternal input devices External keyboard USB devices Ieee 1394 Port Port expansion devices Printer Audio devices PC Card Expansion devices English Battery pack Miscellaneous optionsAC adapter Key component upgrades Memory upgradeInstalling memory Hard disk upgrade English Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop What to bring to long meetings Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to short meetings Taking the computer home What to bring with youSpecial considerations Setting up a home office What to take with you Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with your computer Software Page Launch Manager System software Bios Setup Utility Disc to Disc Recovery Multilingual operating system installationRestore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit Troubleshooting Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questions Cant eject the optical disc with my computer turned off Printer does not work Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call English English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Power English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines Compliance Modem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens List of Applicable Countries TBR English English English Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection noticeRadio Device Regulatory Notice European Union EU General FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 2004/7/16 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Index English Using 19- 20 travel International flights 60 local trips