Backup and Recovery
Maintenance and Service Guide B–13
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Formatted DVD±RW discs and DVD±RW double-layer discs
are not compatible with the Recovery Manager software.
■ The computer must be connected to AC power during this
process.
■ Only one set of recovery discs can be created per computer.
■ Number each disc before inserting it into the computer
optical drive.
■ If necessary, you can exit the program before you have
finished creating the recovery discs. The next time you open
Recovery Manager, you will be prompted to continue the disc
creation process.
To create a set of recovery discs:
1. Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager >
Recovery Manager.
Recovery Manager opens.
2. Click Advanced Options.
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If you are operating the computer on battery power, you will be
prompted to connect to AC power before you can go to the
next step.
3. Click Recovery disc creation, and then click Next.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Reinstalling Software Programs and Drivers
If a program or driver preinstalled at the factory is accidentally
erased or is damaged, Recovery Manager allows you to reinstall
it.
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Software not provided with this computer must be reinstalled
from the disc provided by the manufacturer or downloaded
from the manufacturer's Web site.
