Disk to Disk Recovery | Acer 370 series guide

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Disk to Disk Recovery

Disk to Disk Recovery allows you to restore the hard drive with the original software content that was installed when you purchased your notebook. Follow the steps below to access Disk to Disk Recovery.

It is important to back up all data files before you use this option because your drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased.

Restoring process:

1Press F2 to enter BIOS setup during Power-On Self-Test (POST while the TravelMate logo is being displayed).

2Select “Advanced”.

3Refer to the on-screen instruction to set the Boot From D2D mode to “Enabled” and exit.

4Promptly press F10 to enter on-screen instructions to continue the process. After restarting your computer, the Windows installation continues.

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Acer 370 series manual Disk to Disk Recovery

Contents

TravelMate 370 series User’s guidePage First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index TravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front open viewDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Front view Left view Modem port Connects to a phone line Right view Houses the computer’s hard disk Rear view Bottom view Display FeaturesPerformance Multimedia Connectivity Human-centric design and ergonomicsExpansion Indicators Icon Function Description Lock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key Description Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Key Description Keyboard Hot keys Hot key Icon Function Description English Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel English Launch key Default application Launch Keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Ieee 1394 Optical drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the Ieee 1394 optical CD or DVD drive tray Using software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Adjusting the volume Audio Power management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computer Taking the computer home What to bring to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings Setting up a home office What to bring with youSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Special considerations Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwords Computer Page Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast infrared Universal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slot Inserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC Card Upgrade options Memory upgrade Installing memory Using system utilities Click on Start, All Programs, then Notebook Manager Bios Utility Launch Manager Disk to Disk Recovery Troubleshooting my Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respondInfrared port does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Printer does not work Troubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective Action Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name English Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and video Weight and dimensions PortsEnvironment Power SystemOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditions Modem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensTBR Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement Varning Tick notice LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Regulatory Information USA Federal Communications Commission FCC Canada Industry Canada ICEurope EU Declaration of Conformity Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation English Index Types