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Acer eRecovery Management

Acer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard disk, CD or DVD. You can also backup/restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers.

Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions:

1Create backup

2Burn backup disc

3Restore and recovery

This chapter will guide you through each process.

Note: This feature is only available on certain models. For systems that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for optical disc-related tasks.

When using Acer eRecovery Management, you may be prompted to enter the Empowering Technology password to proceed. The Empowering Technology password is set using the Empowering Technology toolbar or when first running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management.

Create backup

You can easily create full and fast (incremental) backup images of your system configuration to hard disk from the main Acer eRecovery Management screen.

Note: Fast (incremental) Backup is only available after a Full Backup is made.

1Press <Alt> + <F10> or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management.

2In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select the type of backup you want to create using Full or Fast.

3Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.

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Aspire 2920/2920Z/2420 Series Users GuidePage Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Guidelines for safe battery usage Product servicing Replacing the battery pack Potentially explosive environments Additional safety information Telephone line safetyOperating environment Medical devices Vehicles Potentially explosive environments Emergency calls Disposal instructions Mercury advisory Tips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your vision Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Developing good work habits Declaration of Conformity Xiv Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Xviii Contents Using the keyboard Securing your computer Power management Acer eRecovery Management Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology password Acer eNet Management Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Using power plansTo create a new power plan To switch between power plans To delete a power plan Battery status Acer eAudio Management Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Windows Mobility Center Your Acer notebook tour Top view Icon Item Description Closed front view Left viewIcon Description Right view Rear view Base view Specifications Wlan English Acpi Indicators Function Description Easy-launch buttons Icon Function Description Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right button 3 Main touchpad Using the keyboard Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock offLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key Description Windows keys KeyDescription Hotkeys Euro symbol Special keysUS dollar sign Using a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Adjusting the volume Audio Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager Norton Internet Security How do I check for viruses?Select Tasks & Scans English Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenNo audio is heard from the computer Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Keyboard does not respondPrinter does not work English Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimising battery life Battery-low warning Situation Recommended Action Acer Arcade for selected models Finding and playing content SettingsDisplay Settings Audio Settings Arcade controlsNavigation controls Player controls Background mode Virtual keyboard Cinema Slide Show settings AlbumEditing Pictures Video Playing a video fileSnapshot Editing video Music Make DVDsAuthoring CD/DVDs File type compatibility Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models Remote control for selected models Remote functions Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe VideoMagicianDV Wizard DVDivine English Disconnecting from the desktop Taking your notebook PC with youMoving around Preparing the computer Taking the computer home What to bring to meetingsWhat to take with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with you Using a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwords Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Universal Serial Bus USB ExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCardEjecting an ExpressCard Installing memory Bios utility Boot sequenceEnable disk-to-disk recovery Password Using software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Power management Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Burn backup disc Restore and recovery English Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices FCC noticeOperation conditions Modem notices Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries TBR List of applicable countries English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Article 3.1a Health and Safety Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU Article 3.1b EMC English FCC RF safety requirement English LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index CD-ROM English