Creating Backup Disks - Panasonic Toughbook CF-M34 Series Reference Manual

Creating Backup Disks

When the computer fails to work properly or system files on the hard disk are deleted,
the computer can be returned to factory condition by performing the "Reinstallation"
procedure. Important: To perform the "Reinstallation" procedure, it is necessary to cre-
ate a backup disk prior to any trouble.
A backup disk cannot be created after reinstallation becomes necessary. Therefore, be
sure to create a backup disk soon after purchasing your computer, and store the disk in
a safe location along with the supplied CD-ROM.
Name of created backup disk
FIRSTAID FD
(When the display for creating the UPDATE FD is shown, create the disk by
following the on-screen instructions.)
1
Power off your computer
Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode.
2
Connect the external floppy disk drive (
computer
NOTE
The floppy disk drive must be the A drive.
3
Turn on your computer
4
Set a floppy disk and make sure it is not in the write-protected
state
5
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Create Backup Disk]
Follow the on-screen instructions. Place a label identifying the contents on each
disk.
CAUTION
Store the floppy disks in a safe place. They will enable you to return your com-
puter to the condition at the time of purchase should any problems occur.
When creating backup disks, do not run any other application program.
When creating backup disks and the message [Insufficient files to copy] is dis-
played, click [OK] and then contact Panasonic Technical Support.
While the floppy disk drive being accessed, do not remove the floppy disk, power
down your computer or use the suspend or hibernation function (
( "Starting Up/Shutting Down")
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