12EnglishAcer eRecovery ManagementIf your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by othermethods, you may need to reinstall the Windows operating system and factory-loaded software and drivers. To ensure you can recover your computer whenneeded, you should create a recovery backup as soon as possible.Note: All of the following content is for general reference only.Actual product specifications may vary.Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions:1 Backup:• Create Factory Default Backup• Backup Drivers and ApplicationsNote: Models that do not have an ODD will allow you to makebackup copies to a USB drive.2 Restore:• Restore Operating System to Factory Defaults• Restore Operating System and Retain User Data• Reinstall Drivers or ApplicationsThis chapter will guide you through each process.To use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Management, youmust first set the password. The password is set by launching Acer eRecoveryManagement and clicking Settings.
