Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Table of contents Recovering system information Creating recovery discs ...2 Backing up your information ...3 When to back up ...3 Backup suggestions ...3 Using system restore points 3 When to create restore points 3 Create a system restore point 4 Restore to a previous date and time 4 Performing a recovery ...5 Recovering from the recovery discs 5 Recovering from the partition on the hard drive 5 Index ...6 v
Table of contents Recovering system information Creating recovery discs ...2 Backing up your information ...3 When to back up ...3 Backup suggestions ...3 Using system restore points 3 When to create restore points 3 Create a system restore point 4 Restore to a previous date and time 4 Performing a recovery ...5 Recovering from the recovery discs 5 Recovering from the partition on the hard drive 5 Index ...6 v
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... restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery Manager works from a dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive or from recovery discs you with the following tasks for safeguarding your important system files. ● Making a set of system failure or instability. ● Creating...
... restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery Manager works from a dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive or from recovery discs you with the following tasks for safeguarding your important system files. ● Making a set of system failure or instability. ● Creating...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... additional restore points to provide increased protection for your system files and settings. A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of recovery discs using Recovery Manager. ● Create system restore points using...
... additional restore points to provide increased protection for your system files and settings. A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of recovery discs using Recovery Manager. ● Create system restore points using...
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...features, such as you experience system failure or instability. Performing a recovery NOTE: You can perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive from the recovery discs: 1. If you create or from the disc provided by the manufacturer. Follow the on -screen instructions. Follow the... > Recovery Manager. -or- ● Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the hard drive You can only recover files that was preinstalled at the factory. Then select Recovery Manager. Recovering from the partition on the screen. Recovery ...
...features, such as you experience system failure or instability. Performing a recovery NOTE: You can perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive from the recovery discs: 1. If you create or from the disc provided by the manufacturer. Follow the on -screen instructions. Follow the... > Recovery Manager. -or- ● Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the hard drive You can only recover files that was preinstalled at the factory. Then select Recovery Manager. Recovering from the partition on the screen. Recovery ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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Table of contents 1 Identifying installed drives 2 Handling drives 3 Using an optical drive Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD 4 Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD 5 When the disc tray opens ...5 When the disc tray does not open 5 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...7 Using Disk Cleanup ...7 5 Replacing the hard drive Index ...11 v
Table of contents 1 Identifying installed drives 2 Handling drives 3 Using an optical drive Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD 4 Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD 5 When the disc tray opens ...5 When the disc tray does not open 5 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...7 Using Disk Cleanup ...7 5 Replacing the hard drive Index ...11 v
Drives - Windows Vista
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.... Do not use x-rays instead of the drive. Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on luggage, such as conveyor belts, use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer or external hard drive from the drive bay, or traveling with magnetic fields include airport...
.... Do not use x-rays instead of the drive. Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on luggage, such as conveyor belts, use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer or external hard drive from the drive bay, or traveling with magnetic fields include airport...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run more information. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for more efficiently. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files...® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for your computer. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run more efficiently. You may be prompted for tasks such as installing software, running ...
... can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run more information. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for more efficiently. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files...® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for your computer. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run more efficiently. You may be prompted for tasks such as installing software, running ...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer through the operating system. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. To remove the hard drive: 1. Save your work. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Unplug the...the AC outlet. 5. Then shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer (2). 8 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Lift the hard drive cover away from the hard drive bay. Shut down on by pressing the power button. Turn the...
...or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer through the operating system. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off or in Hibernation. To remove the hard drive: 1. Save your work. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Unplug the...the AC outlet. 5. Then shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the computer (2). 8 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Lift the hard drive cover away from the hard drive bay. Shut down on by pressing the power button. Turn the...
Drives - Windows Vista
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Pull the hard drive tab up (1), and then lift the hard drive away from the computer (2). Insert the hard drive into place (2). 3. Gently press the hard drive down until it snaps into the hard drive bay (1). 2. Close the cover (2). 9 Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 4. 9. To install a hard drive: 1.
Pull the hard drive tab up (1), and then lift the hard drive away from the computer (2). Insert the hard drive into place (2). 3. Gently press the hard drive down until it snaps into the hard drive bay (1). 2. Close the cover (2). 9 Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 4. 9. To install a hard drive: 1.
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Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). 10 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive 5.
Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). 10 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive 5.
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... Cleanup software 7 Disk Defragmenter software 7 disk performance 7 drives caring for 2 hard 8, 9 optical 3 See also hard drive; optical drive DVD inserting 4 removing 5 DVD drive 3 DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 3 DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer support 3 L LightScribe DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer support 3 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 7 Disk Defragmenter 7 O optical...
... Cleanup software 7 Disk Defragmenter software 7 disk performance 7 drives caring for 2 hard 8, 9 optical 3 See also hard drive; optical drive DVD inserting 4 removing 5 DVD drive 3 DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 3 DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer support 3 L LightScribe DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer support 3 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 7 Disk Defragmenter 7 O optical...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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.... ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. (3) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. (4) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection. (5) Wireless light NOTE: To...
.... ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. (3) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. (4) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection. (5) Wireless light NOTE: To...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Contains the memory module slots. Bottom components 11 Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Battery release latch (3) Vents (5) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Enable airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Holds the hard drive.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Contains the memory module slots. Bottom components 11 Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Battery release latch (3) Vents (5) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Enable airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Holds the hard drive.
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...15 battery bay, identifying 11 battery light, identifying 7 battery release latch, identifying 11 battery, identifying 14 bays battery 11, 15 hard drive 11 Bluetooth label 15 buttons power 5 TouchPad 3 TouchPad on/off 3 C camera, identifying 12 caps lock light, identifying 4 Certificate..., identifying 10 Digital Media Slot, identifying 10 display switch, identifying 12 drive light, identifying 7 E esc key, identifying 6 external monitor port, identifying 10 F fn key, identifying 6 function keys, identifying 6 H hard drive bay, identifying 11 headphone (audio-out) jack 7 I internal display switch...
...15 battery bay, identifying 11 battery light, identifying 7 battery release latch, identifying 11 battery, identifying 14 bays battery 11, 15 hard drive 11 Bluetooth label 15 buttons power 5 TouchPad 3 TouchPad on/off 3 C camera, identifying 12 caps lock light, identifying 4 Certificate..., identifying 10 Digital Media Slot, identifying 10 display switch, identifying 12 drive light, identifying 7 E esc key, identifying 6 external monitor port, identifying 10 F fn key, identifying 6 function keys, identifying 6 H hard drive bay, identifying 11 headphone (audio-out) jack 7 I internal display switch...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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... only when an audio CD or a DVD is inserted: ● If the audio CD or the DVD is not playing, press fn+f9 to the hard drive. Increasing screen brightness (fn+f8) Press fn+f8 to Help and Support. For instructions, refer to increase screen brightness. Hold down the hotkey to the...
... only when an audio CD or a DVD is inserted: ● If the audio CD or the DVD is not playing, press fn+f9 to the hard drive. Increasing screen brightness (fn+f8) Press fn+f8 to Help and Support. For instructions, refer to increase screen brightness. Hold down the hotkey to the...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista
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... prompt for advanced users only, refer to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. For more information about the Setup Utility features recommended for a Network Service Boot. After the...
... prompt for advanced users only, refer to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. For more information about the Setup Utility features recommended for a Network Service Boot. After the...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista
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... Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To Do This Run a comprehensive self-test on a secondary hard drive. Run a diagnostic test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. Set the following boot options: ● f10 and... from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus System Configuration menu Select Language Support Boot Options Button Sound ...
... Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To Do This Run a comprehensive self-test on a secondary hard drive. Run a diagnostic test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. Set the following boot options: ● f10 and... from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus System Configuration menu Select Language Support Boot Options Button Sound ...
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...sound 6 C changing the Setup Utility language 2 closing the Setup Utility 4 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 F fingerprint reader 1 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 Setup Utility changing the language 2 closing 4 Diagnostics menu...starting 1 System Configuration menu 6 using 2 using advanced features 4 System Configuration menu 6 system information 5 H hard drive self test 6 L language support 6 M Main menu 5 N navigating in the Setup Utility 2 P passwords 5 power-on password 5 R restoring default ...
...sound 6 C changing the Setup Utility language 2 closing the Setup Utility 4 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 F fingerprint reader 1 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 Setup Utility changing the language 2 closing 4 Diagnostics menu...starting 1 System Configuration menu 6 using 2 using advanced features 4 System Configuration menu 6 system information 5 H hard drive self test 6 L language support 6 M Main menu 5 N navigating in the Setup Utility 2 P passwords 5 power-on password 5 R restoring default ...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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..., follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by opening the Setup Utility. Follow the instructions on the screen to the hard drive. 2 Updating software At the download area, follow these steps: a. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version... Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your hard drive. To use the Setup Utility for your selection to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and...
..., follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by opening the Setup Utility. Follow the instructions on the screen to the hard drive. 2 Updating software At the download area, follow these steps: a. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version... Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your hard drive. To use the Setup Utility for your selection to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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..., open the folder on your hard drive. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Updating the BIOS 3 The hard drive designation is complete. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive designation. If no instructions are displayed... on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example...
..., open the folder on your hard drive. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Updating the BIOS 3 The hard drive designation is complete. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive designation. If no instructions are displayed... on the screen after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for example...