Disk to Disk Recovery | Acer 380 series manual

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Disk to Disk 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 revuild your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be reformatted and all data will be ereased.) 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.

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

English

1 Restart the system.

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Contents

User’s guide TravelMate 380 seriesPage Your guides First things first Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting my computer TravelMate Page Front open view TravelMate tourDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Front view Left view HDD Right view Rear view Bottom view Multimedia FeaturesPerformance Display Human-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description Indicators English Lock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keys Embedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Key Description Windows keys Hot key Icon Function Description Keyboard Hot keys English Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Euro symbol English Launch Keys Launch key Default application Touchpad basics Touchpad Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Ejecting the Ieee 1394 optical drive tray StorageHard disk Ieee 1394 Optical drive Playing DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Audio Adjusting the volume Power management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving around What to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Traveling with the computer Special considerations Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwords Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Fast infrared Built-in network feature Universal Serial Bus PC Card slot Ieee 1394 port Ejecting a PC Card Inserting a PC Card Port Expansion devices Memory upgrade Upgrade optionsInstalling memory English Click on Start, All Programs, then Notebook Manager Using system utilities Launch Manager Bios Utility Multilingual operating system installation Disk to Disk RecoveryRestore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit Troubleshooting my Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsImage is not full-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 Error messages Troubleshooting tipsError Messages Corrective Action Before you call Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW English Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storage Ports Weight and dimensionsEnvironment System PowerOptions English Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines Compliance Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens List of Applicable Countries TBR For Modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 For Modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions English LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio Device Regulatory Notice General European Union EU FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 2004/6/1 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Index Types