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Create factory default image CD

When the System CD and Recovery CD are not available, you can create them by using this feature.

1Boot to Windows XP.

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

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

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

5In the Recovery settings window, select Burn image to disk and click Next.

6In the Burn image to disk window, select 1. Factory default image or 2. Application CD and click Next.

7Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

Note: Select 1. Factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disk that contains your computer's entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory. If you wish to have a disk that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications, select 2. Application CD — this disk will not be bootable.

Re-install bundled software without CD

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

1Boot to Windows XP.

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

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

4In the Acer eRecovery Management 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 Management prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window.

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Acer 3650 manual Create factory default image CD, Re-install bundled software without CD

3650 specifications

The Acer 3650 is a versatile and budget-friendly laptop designed to cater to the needs of everyday users, whether students, professionals, or casual users looking for a reliable machine for daily tasks. Launched several years ago, its core specifications still hold appeal due to a combination of performance, portability, and affordability.

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