Create factory default image CD | Acer TravelMate 4260 instruction

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Create factory default image CD

When the System CD and Recovery CD are not available, you can create them by using this feature.

1Boot to Windows XP.

2Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility.

3Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros.

4In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select Recovery settings and click Next.

5In the Recovery settings window, select Burn image to disk and click Next.

6In the Burn image to disk window, select 1. Factory default image or 2. Application CD and click Next.

7Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

Note: Select 1. Factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disk that contains your computer's entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory. If you wish to have a disk that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications, select 2. Application CD — this disk will not be bootable.

Re-install bundled software without CD

Acer eRecovery Management stores pre-loaded software internally for easy driver and application re-installation.

1Boot to Windows XP.

2Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility.

3Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros.

4In the Acer eRecovery Management 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 Management prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window.

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Acer TravelMate 4260 manual Create factory default image CD, Re-install bundled software without CD

Contents

Users Guide TravelMate 4260 SeriesPage Disposal instructions First things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Operation conditions Contents Page Page Page Acer Empowering Technology Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Acer ePerformance Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eNet Management Acer eSettings Management Empowering Technology AC mode Acer ePower ManagementDC mode Create new power scheme Acer ePresentation Management Empowering Technology Front view Your Acer notebook tourDescription Icon Description Closed front view Left view Rear view Right viewIcon Item Description Base view Specifications English English Function Description Indicators Easy-launch buttons Easy-launch button Default application Touchpad basics Touchpad Function Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboard Hotkeys Windows keysKey Description Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1 Acer EmpoweringFn + F2 Technology on Special keys Euro symbolUS dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilities Launch Manager How do I check for viruses? Norton AntiVirusScan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer 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 International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computer What to bring to meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take with you Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computer Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwords Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Fast Infrared FIR Built-in network feature Ieee 1394 port Universal Serial Bus USB Inserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Inserting an ExpressCard ExpressCardEjecting an ExpressCard Boot sequence Bios utilityInstalling memory Password Enable disk-to-disk recoveryUsing software Playing DVD movies Acer eRecovery Management Power management Restore from backup Create backup Re-install bundled software without CD Create factory default image CD Change password Error messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action English Energy Star guidelines compliance Regulations and safety noticesFCC notice Operation conditions Modem noticesRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countries List of applicable countries TBR English Important safety instructions English LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice European Union EU Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEN 61000-3-2/-3 FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking CD-ROM Index English