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Re-install bundled software without CD

Acer eRecovery stores pre-loaded software internally for easy driver and application re-installation.

1Boot to Windows XP.

2Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eRecovery utility.

3Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros.

4In the Acer eRecovery window, select Recovery actions and click Next.

5In the Recovery settings window, select Reinstall applications/drivers and click Next.

6Select the desired driver/application and follow the instructions on screen to re-install.

At first launch, Acer eRecovery prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window.

Change password

Acer eRecovery and Acer disk-to-disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. Follow the steps below to change the password in Acer eRecovery.

1Boot to Windows XP.

2Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eRecovery utility.

3Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros.

4In the Acer eRecovery window, select Recovery settings and click Next.

5In the Recovery settings window, select Password: Change Acer eRecovery password and click Next.

6Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

Note: If the system crashes, and will not boot to Windows, you can run Acer disk-to-disk recovery to restore the factory default image under DOS mode.

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Acer 3630 manual Re-install bundled software without CD, Change password

Contents

Users Guide Aspire 3630 SeriesPage Disposal instructions First things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and off Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Taking care of your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Operation conditions Contents Page Page Page Description Your Acer notebook tourFront view Icon Description Closed front view Icon Item Description Left viewRight view Rear view Base view Specifications English English Function Description Indicators Easy-launch buttons Easy-launch button Default application Touchpad basics Touchpad Function Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboard Key Description Windows keysHotkeys Fn + F2 Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1EManager on Fn + F3 US dollar sign Euro symbolSpecial keys Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Acer eRecovery Using the system utilitiesAcer eSettings Acer eManager Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer Norton AntiVirusHow do I check for viruses? Image is not full-screen Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Keyboard does not respond No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Arcade for selected models Arcade hotkeys Album Mode Video Mode Music Mode TV Mode Arcade remote control for selected modelsArcade Main Cinema Mode Arcade controls Finding and playing contentAdvanced Settings Player controls CinemaNavigation controls Language DVD settingsVideo Album Slideshow settings Video Authoring VideoPlaying a video file Burner Music Instant Replay TV for selected models Recorded TV Using TeleText FunctionsScheduling Recordings TV Preview Channels TV SettingsTV Signal File type compatibility Mode Supported Not supported Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computer What to take with you Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computer Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Setting passwords Entering passwords Fax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Universal Serial Bus USB Built-in network feature PC Card slot Installing memoryInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC Card Boot sequence Bios utility Password Enable disk-to-disk recovery Region code Country or region Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Create backup Power managementAcer eRecovery Create factory default image CD Restore from backup Change password Re-install bundled software without CD Error messages Corrective action Troubleshooting tipsError messages English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesEnergy Star guidelines compliance Operation conditions Modem noticesRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countries List of applicable countries TBR English Important safety instructions English Macrovision copyright protection notice Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement EN 61000-3-2/-3 Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 ZL6 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking CD-ROM Index English