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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 disc-to-disc 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 disc-to-disc recovery to restore the factory default image under DOS mode.

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Acer Aspire 1690 manual Re-install bundled software without CD, Change password

Contents

Aspire 1690 Series User’s GuidePage First things first Your guides Taking care of your computer Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and off Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of your AC adapter Cleaning and servicing Please refer to Frequently-asked questions on Vii Viii Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Regulation & safety noticesPage Description An Aspire tourFront view Programs. See Launch keys on Closed front view English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Specifications Microprocessor Weight with battery Power Indicators Icon Function Description English Using the keyboard Lock keysLock Key Description Fn-F11 Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock Off Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot keys Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn-F5 Fn-F6Fn-F7 Fn-F8 Euro Symbol US dollar sign Launch key Default application Launch keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right Tap Button Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Adjusting the volume Audio Using system utilities Acer eManager Launch Manager Acer GridVista Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your NotebookMoving around Preparing the computer What to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take to short meetings What to take with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with you Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords English Fax/Data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Built-in network feature Fast Infrared Universal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slot Inserting a PC Card Installing memory Bios Utility Boot sequenceDisc to Disc Recovery enable Password Region code Country or region Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Power management Windows Arcade Arcade Hot keys Finding and playing content Advanced Settings Player controls Arcade controlsNavigation controls DVD settings Cinema Language Album Slideshow settings Editing a video file VideoPlaying a video file Burner Copy backup your CD/DVD collectionMusic Video your world in pictures Audio create your own greatest hits CDsData store files simply and easily Acer eRecovery Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re-install bundled software without CD Change password Restore without a Recovery CD Acer disc-to-disc recoveryMultilingual operating system installation English My computer Key link http//global.acer.com Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screen Keyboard does not respond Error Messages Corrective Action Troubleshooting tipsError messages Requesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Before you call Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC notice Modem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countries TBR List of Applicable Countries For modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement Radio Device Regulatory Notice General LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice FCC RF safety requirement European Union EU English Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/6/1 English Page CD-ROM