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... and Retain User Data • Reinstall Drivers or Applications This chapter will guide you may need to reinstall the Windows operating system and factory-loaded software and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions: 1. RECOVERY Acer eRecovery Management Note: Acer eRecovery Management is only available with a preinstalled Windows operating system.
... and Retain User Data • Reinstall Drivers or Applications This chapter will guide you may need to reinstall the Windows operating system and factory-loaded software and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions: 1. RECOVERY Acer eRecovery Management Note: Acer eRecovery Management is only available with a preinstalled Windows operating system.
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OR To create recovery discs for the hard drive's entire original contents, including Windows and all factory-loaded software and drivers, click Create Factory Default Disc. - Important: We recommend that you create each type of recovery disc as soon as possible. 36 - To create recovery discs for only the factory-loaded software and drivers, click Create Drivers and Applications Backup Disc. Recovery 2.
OR To create recovery discs for the hard drive's entire original contents, including Windows and all factory-loaded software and drivers, click Create Factory Default Disc. - Important: We recommend that you create each type of recovery disc as soon as possible. 36 - To create recovery discs for only the factory-loaded software and drivers, click Create Drivers and Applications Backup Disc. Recovery 2.
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... If nothing else has solved the problem and you an option to its factory condition. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. Reset your system to its factory condition" on page 41. 3. For ...instructions, see "Returning to a previous system condition. Perform minor fixes. If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem may be solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly.
... If nothing else has solved the problem and you an option to its factory condition. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. Reset your system to its factory condition" on page 41. 3. For ...instructions, see "Returning to a previous system condition. Perform minor fixes. If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem may be solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly.
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...follow the instructions provided with the device. Acer eRecovery Management opens. - To recover your hard drive or the backup you have created. • New software - The Acer Application Recovery main menu opens. 40 - Click on Start > All Programs > Acer, then click on the Restore tab,... then click Reinstall Drivers or Applications. Click on Acer eRecovery Management. Recovery Types of recovery Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting step, you may need to reinstall the software and device drivers that came pre-installed on your computer ...
...follow the instructions provided with the device. Acer eRecovery Management opens. - To recover your hard drive or the backup you have created. • New software - The Acer Application Recovery main menu opens. 40 - Click on Start > All Programs > Acer, then click on the Restore tab,... then click Reinstall Drivers or Applications. Click on Acer eRecovery Management. Recovery Types of recovery Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting step, you may need to reinstall the software and device drivers that came pre-installed on your computer ...
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... get your system settings and saves them as restore points. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you install software or device drivers. A list of these restore points to install, then follow the on Contents. Repeat this step for the item you can return to... a previous system condition Microsoft System Restore periodically takes 'snapshots' of your system running again. Click on -screen prompts to reinstall. Returning to one of software and device drivers opens. 4. Recovery - 41 3. In most cases of hard-toresolve...
... get your system settings and saves them as restore points. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you install software or device drivers. A list of these restore points to install, then follow the on Contents. Repeat this step for the item you can return to... a previous system condition Microsoft System Restore periodically takes 'snapshots' of your system running again. Click on -screen prompts to reinstall. Returning to one of software and device drivers opens. 4. Recovery - 41 3. In most cases of hard-toresolve...
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... recovery deletes everything to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems that were pre-installed on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that are not recoverable by other methods, you have created. Your system is restored using either your system to return your hard drive...
... recovery deletes everything to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems that were pre-installed on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that are not recoverable by other methods, you have created. Your system is restored using either your system to return your hard drive...
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... A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. This process may take a while, but a Acer Recovery Management screen shows you to . Click on -screen prompts for first-time system setup. Follow.... 2. When the recovery has finished, a dialog box prompts you its progress. Click on Acer eRecovery Management. Recovering from your recovery discs" on OK. Click on Start > All Programs > Acer, then click on OK. Caution: Continuing the process will be recovered to restart your computer....
... A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. This process may take a while, but a Acer Recovery Management screen shows you to . Click on -screen prompts for first-time system setup. Follow.... 2. When the recovery has finished, a dialog box prompts you its progress. Click on Acer eRecovery Management. Recovering from your recovery discs" on OK. Click on Start > All Programs > Acer, then click on OK. Caution: Continuing the process will be recovered to restart your computer....
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... this setting to select the Exit menu. 5. Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. Select OK to select the Main menu. 3. Acer Recovery Management opens. 2. Click on Next. Press F2 when starting your computer, then press Alt+F10 during startup To reinstall Windows and all... pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Turn on your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Recovering from your hard drive. 2. Use the left or right arrow keys to...
... this setting to select the Exit menu. 5. Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. Select OK to select the Main menu. 3. Acer Recovery Management opens. 2. Click on Next. Press F2 when starting your computer, then press Alt+F10 during startup To reinstall Windows and all... pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Turn on your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Recovering from your hard drive. 2. Use the left or right arrow keys to...
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... appear. For more help, go to play the media on another device If you want to play the file. Acer clear.fi Select a file in the main window, then use the media controls in this list, open Windows Media... screen to this list, certain PCs and storage devices will be used with clear.fi or DLNA software can be used to http://www.acer.com/clearfi/download/. 48 - Only devices optimised for playback are compatible? These include DLNA-compliant PCs...bottom of my Player... 3. To add a Windows PC to control the remote device. Certified Acer devices with the clear.fi software.
... appear. For more help, go to play the media on another device If you want to play the file. Acer clear.fi Select a file in the main window, then use the media controls in this list, open Windows Media... screen to this list, certain PCs and storage devices will be used with clear.fi or DLNA software can be used to http://www.acer.com/clearfi/download/. 48 - Only devices optimised for playback are compatible? These include DLNA-compliant PCs...bottom of my Player... 3. To add a Windows PC to control the remote device. Certified Acer devices with the clear.fi software.
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... handle of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Securing your computer against unauthorized use of a locked drawer. Security features include hardware and software locks - Learn how to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also available. Once set, you need to take care of protection for a security lock...
... handle of this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. Securing your computer against unauthorized use of a locked drawer. Security features include hardware and software locks - Learn how to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also available. Once set, you need to take care of protection for a security lock...
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... that it works, contact your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be loose. Follow the steps below to -disk recovery is Enabled. 72 - Check to see if Acer disk-to rebuild your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be reformatted and all data files before using this... to back up all data will be the only option for future recovery operations. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that the printer cable is installed when you first turn on the system will be erased.) It is important to a USB port and the...
... that it works, contact your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be loose. Follow the steps below to -disk recovery is Enabled. 72 - Check to see if Acer disk-to rebuild your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be reformatted and all data files before using this... to back up all data will be the only option for future recovery operations. This recovery process helps you restore the C: drive with the original software content that the printer cable is installed when you first turn on the system will be erased.) It is important to a USB port and the...
Acer Aspire M5-481T, PT, and TG Notebook Service Guide
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...in this guide is subject to change without notice. Copyright Copyright © 2012 by any form or by Acer Incorporated. There are available on the ACER/CSD Website. The software described in this service guide. Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (not the manufacturer...to this manual is sold or licensed "as is". ii Revision History Refer to the table below for any defect in the software. Date Chapter Updates Service guide files and updates are no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the ...
...in this guide is subject to change without notice. Copyright Copyright © 2012 by any form or by Acer Incorporated. There are available on the ACER/CSD Website. The software described in this service guide. Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (not the manufacturer...to this manual is sold or licensed "as is". ii Revision History Refer to the table below for any defect in the software. Date Chapter Updates Service guide files and updates are no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the ...
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...+R, 6X DVD-R DL, 6X DVD+R DL, 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM Webcam 0 Acer Video Conference, featuring: Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam with 1280 x 1024 resolution Acer Video Conference Manager software, featuring Video Quality Enhancement (VQE) technology, supporting 640 x 480 resolution online video calls Wireless Networking 0 WLAN...
...+R, 6X DVD-R DL, 6X DVD+R DL, 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM Webcam 0 Acer Video Conference, featuring: Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam with 1280 x 1024 resolution Acer Video Conference Manager software, featuring Video Quality Enhancement (VQE) technology, supporting 640 x 480 resolution online video calls Wireless Networking 0 WLAN...
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... Headphone/speaker jack 1-4 Hardware Specifications and Configurations The following modules are available with Acer ProShield Security Manager and can be configured via software setup: BIOS Password, Boot Order, and Import/Export BIOS Settings under Acer ProShield BIOS-Settings Module File Encryption & Decryption and Personal Secure Drive under...
... Headphone/speaker jack 1-4 Hardware Specifications and Configurations The following modules are available with Acer ProShield Security Manager and can be configured via software setup: BIOS Password, Boot Order, and Import/Export BIOS Settings under Acer ProShield BIOS-Settings Module File Encryption & Decryption and Personal Secure Drive under...
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...; Silverlight™ 1-6 Hardware Specifications and Configurations no PowerPoint or Outlook. Warranty 0 One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Software 0 Productivity Acer Backup Manager Acer ePower Management Acer eRecovery Management Adobe® Flash® Player 11.x Adobe® Reader® 10.x AUPEO...
...; Silverlight™ 1-6 Hardware Specifications and Configurations no PowerPoint or Outlook. Warranty 0 One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Software 0 Productivity Acer Backup Manager Acer ePower Management Acer eRecovery Management Adobe® Flash® Player 11.x Adobe® Reader® 10.x AUPEO...
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... SmartEQ with Dynamic Range Compression (DRC) Enhances the sound quality on low cost speakers Night Mode 3D Expander Third-party Logo software support Andrea Creative Labs Dolby® Fortemedia MaxxAudio Sonic FocusTM SRS® Supports 32-bit/64-bit...
... SmartEQ with Dynamic Range Compression (DRC) Enhances the sound quality on low cost speakers Night Mode 3D Expander Third-party Logo software support Andrea Creative Labs Dolby® Fortemedia MaxxAudio Sonic FocusTM SRS® Supports 32-bit/64-bit...
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... are free of obstructions. 5. Makes sure the power cable is still not resolved, refer to the computer and the electrical outlet. 2. Remove any recently installed software. 7. If the Issue is properly connected to Online Support Information. 4-4 Troubleshooting Remove all extension cables between the computer and the electrical outlet. Plug the computer...
... are free of obstructions. 5. Makes sure the power cable is still not resolved, refer to the computer and the electrical outlet. 2. Remove any recently installed software. 7. If the Issue is properly connected to Online Support Information. 4-4 Troubleshooting Remove all extension cables between the computer and the electrical outlet. Plug the computer...
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.... 10. Troubleshooting 4-11 Reinstall the Operating System. 12. Speakers are selected as the default audio device (green check mark). Remove any recently installed hardware or software. 9. NOTE: NOTE: If Speakers does not show, right-click on -screen prompts to start Speaker Setup. Follow the on the Playback tab and select Show...
.... 10. Troubleshooting 4-11 Reinstall the Operating System. 12. Speakers are selected as the default audio device (green check mark). Remove any recently installed hardware or software. 9. NOTE: NOTE: If Speakers does not show, right-click on -screen prompts to start Speaker Setup. Follow the on the Playback tab and select Show...
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...restart the computer. d. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 7. When prompted, press any recently added hardware and associated software. 5. f. Select the appropriate operating system, and click Next. Select Startup Repair. For more information see Windows Help and Support....the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to Maintenance Flowchart) Troubleshooting 4-13 Other Functions Failure 0 HDD Not Operating Correctly 0 If the HDD fails to enter the...
...restart the computer. d. For more information see Windows Help and Support. 7. When prompted, press any recently added hardware and associated software. 5. f. Select the appropriate operating system, and click Next. Select Startup Repair. For more information see Windows Help and Support....the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool. Run Windows Check Disk by entering chkdsk /r from a known good date using up-to-date software to Maintenance Flowchart) Troubleshooting 4-13 Other Functions Failure 0 HDD Not Operating Correctly 0 If the HDD fails to enter the...
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...least 10 times. 2. Determine if the problem has changed. 6. If an error is inoperative. Perform the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM ... caused by the computer. Apply power to isolate the failing FRU (do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. If the problem remains, replace the following : 1. If no more errors. NOTE: NOTE: Verify that have nothing to Power On Issues...
...least 10 times. 2. Determine if the problem has changed. 6. If an error is inoperative. Perform the following devices: Non-Acer devices Printer, mouse, and other external devices Battery pack Hard disk drive DIMM ... caused by the computer. Apply power to isolate the failing FRU (do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. If the problem remains, replace the following : 1. If no more errors. NOTE: NOTE: Verify that have nothing to Power On Issues...