User manual ACER ASPIRE M5201

[. . . ] - If you're reading this because you're having trouble with your computer, check the Troubleshooting section in My Aspire Guide software or the "Need Help?" section in this book. ) Table of Contents Welcome . 21 Copyright Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks and Aspire is a trademark of Acer Inc. Microsoft Windows and the Windows Logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other brands/product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. [. . . ] tells you how to install components and software on your computer, as well as how to customize it. · Software Training gives step-by-step instructions on how to properly run the software installed in your computer to take full advantage of its features. · Troubleshooting gives advice on how to solve common problems that may occur on your computer. · Customer Service gives information on where and how to get help from Acer and other vendors of your computer. · Glossary contains the definitions of the technical terms used in the My Aspire Guide software. 26 Need Help? 27 Service Center The Service Center contains four segments: · Diagnostics provides utilities to assist you in testing your computer and its components to ensure that everything is functioning correctly. · Maintenance provides tools to keep your computer running smoothly and operating at optimal performance. · Repair provides tools to fix minor problems that may occur on your computer. · Support on the Web provides ways to get help from Acer or other vendors of your computer. Diagnostics Tools Menu · Hardware Diagnostics The Hardware Diagnostics option contains tests that you can run to verify the functionality of your computer's hardware components. If you suspect that you may have a hardware component failure, you will need to run this program prior to contacting Acer Technical Support. 2 · Follow the directions on the screen. Maintenance Tools Menu When you enter the Maintenance Tools menu, you will have the following options to select from: · In/Uninstall Software This option enables you to install or uninstall software titles and selected software drivers that are preloaded on your system. Fixes for newly discovered viruses may not be included in the original software provided with your system. Please contact the vendor of your anti-virus software for updates and pricing. 3 · Once you have made your choices, you may select the scan option to begin the virus check. If the PCcillin scan finds any infected files it will list several options for you to follow. Repair Tools Menu The Repair Tools menu includes the following options: · Aspire Time Machine If your system was in good health yesterday or last week, use this tool to take your system's critical files back to that time. · If you are running Windows, do the following: 1 · Select the Time Machine option. 3 · Wait for the results to be displayed. · If you are running DOS, do the following: 1 · Boot from System Recovery CD. · System Recovery CD The System Recovery CD includes a set of programs designed to restore your computer to its original factory software configuration. Choose the option you need carefully because some may delete all of your personal files. · Software Install This option enables you to install software titles and selected software drivers on your system by simply loading the System Recovery CD in the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. Installation is done automatically. · Recovery Non-Destructive Rebuild: If your problems are not resolved by Aspire Time Machine, select this option to restore Windows 98. You will not lose any personal files, but applications that were installed after you purchased your computer may not function correctly. You may need to reinstall these applications. 30 Need Help? 31 Full Hard Drive Rebuild: If you continue to have problems after trying the other options, you may need to rebuild the hard drive back to its original factory configuration. 1 · Before you start, make sure you have closed any open applications and saved your files. [. . . ] 2 · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 3 · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 4 · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Notice 1: The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. [. . . ]