Acer eRecovery, Create backup | Acer 4100 Series, 4600 Series

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Acer eRecovery

Acer eRecovery is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. User can create and save backup of the current system configuration to hard drive, CD, or DVD.

Acer eRecovery consists of the following functions:

1Create backup

2Restore from backup

3Create factory default image CD

4Re-install bundled software without CD

5Change Acer eRecovery password

This chapter will guide you through each process.

Note: This feature is only available on certain models.

Note: For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in an external USB or IEEE 1394-compatible optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery for optical disc related tasks.

Create backup

User can create and save backup images to hard drive, CD, or DVD.

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 Backup snapshot image and click Next.

6Select the backup method.

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Contents

User’s Guide TravelMate 4100 / 4600 SeriesPage Your guides First things first Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter Please refer to Frequently-asked questions on Operation conditions Contents Page Appendix a Regulation & safety notices Troubleshooting my computerPage Front view TravelMate tourDescription Programs. See Launch keys on Closed front view English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications Ports Weight with batteryAudio Keyboard and pointing device System DimensionsPower Environment Icon Function Description Indicators English Fn-F11 Using the keyboardLock keys Lock Key Description Embedded numeric keypad Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off Windows keys Hot keys Fn-F8 Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F5Fn-F6 Fn-F7 Special Keys Euro symbolUS dollar sign Launch keys Launch key Default application Touchpad basics Touchpad Function Left button Right Tap Button Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Acer eManager Using system utilities Launch Manager Acer GridVista Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your Notebook Moving around What to take to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings Special considerations What to take with you Traveling with the computer Setting up a home office What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computer Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwords English Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/Data modem Fast Infrared Built-in network feature Ieee 1394 port Universal Serial Bus Inserting a PC Card PC Card slot Ejecting a PC Card Installing memory Password Bios UtilityBoot sequence Disc to Disc Recovery enable Playing DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Power management Create backup Acer eRecovery Create factory default image CD Restore from backup Change password Re-install bundled software without CD Multilingual operating system installation Acer disc-to-disc recoveryRestore without a Recovery CD English English My computer Key link http//global.acer.com Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questions No audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screen Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Infrared port does not work Error messages Troubleshooting tipsError Messages Corrective Action International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting service Before you call Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines Compliance Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens List of Applicable Countries TBR For modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice LCD pixel statementRadio Device Regulatory Notice General European Union EU FCC RF safety requirement English Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/6/1 English Page CD-ROM