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Acer 5000 manual Re-install bundled software without CD, Change password

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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 5000 manual Re-install bundled software without CD, Change password

Contents

Aspire 3000/5000 Series Users Guide Page Basic care and tips for using your computer Your guidesTurning your computer on and off Click on Start, Turn Off Computer then click on Turn OffTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adaptorCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Operation conditionsContents Arcade controls Traveling internationally with the computer Description An Aspire tourFront view Closed front view Left view Right viewRear view Base view Specifications English English Indicators Icon Function DescriptionLaunch keys Launch keyTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Using the keyboard Lock keys and embedded numeric keypadLock key Description Fn + F12Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Windows keysHot keys Key DescriptionTouchpad Turns the internal touchpad on and off Toggle Euro symbol Special keysUS dollar sign Hot key Icon Function Description Fn + BrightnessUsing a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayAdjusting the volume AudioUsing the system utilities Acer eManagerAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop Launch Manager Image is not full-screen Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respondInfrared port does not work Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelEnglish Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW English Arcade for selected models Arcade hot keys Album Mode Video Mode Music Mode TV Mode Arcade remote control for selected mod- elsArcade 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 Music BurnerTV for selected models Instant ReplayUsing TeleText Functions Recorded TVScheduling Recordings TV PreviewChannels TV SettingsTV Signal Mode Supported Not supported File type compatibilityDisconnecting from the desktop Taking your notebook PC with youMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to take to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take to short meetings Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerWhat to take with you Special considerationsTraveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youSpecial considerations Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsEnglish Fax/Data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Fast InfraredUniversal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port optionalEjecting a PC Card PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Installing memory Bios utilityBoot sequence Enable Disk to disk recovery PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesPower management Acer eRecovery Create backupRestore from backup Create factory default image CDRe-install bundled software without CD Change passwordError messages Corrective action Troubleshooting tipsError messages English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesEnergy Star Guidelines Compliance Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Operation conditionsRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem notices TBRList of Applicable Countries Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio Device Regulatory Notice GeneralEuropean Union EU EN 61000-3-2/-3FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity ZL5Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking English Index English