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GD2000 User Guide
Cleaning Your Computer
Outside Case
1.
Disconnect external power and turn off the computer.
2.
Remove the battery
.
3.
Add a small amount of water to a soft cloth and clean the com-
puter case. Do not use paper products because they can scratch
the surface.
4.
Wipe off any excess liquid with a soft cloth.
5.
Reinstall the battery
.
Caution!
Aerosols, solvents, or strong detergents are
not recommended cleaning solutions and may void your
warranty. For system decontamination recommendations
please contact your support representative.
Display
Use a soft, dry cloth. In some cases, you can use a small
amount of water to remove streaks or smears. For difficult
display cleaning tasks, use a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol
and water. Do not use paper products because they can scratch
the screen.
note
General Dynamics Itronix offers a display cleaning kit
that you can order via the website.
External Power Connector
The external power connector may sometimes be exposed to
moisture and/or contamination causing an unreliable connec-
tion to the external power source. Clean the connector with a
cotton swab dipped in electronics grade isopropyl alcohol.
Connectors
If connector pins get dirty, clean the connector with a cotton
swab dipped in electronics grade isopropyl alcohol.
Data Backup
Regularly backup your data to ensure the greatest data
integrity, provide the fastest recovery options, and minimize
downtime.
After you have installed all applications and have your
computer configured as desired, create a backup of drive C:
using the Hard Disk Backup and Recovery Utility. Then use
the Windows
Backup Utility frequently to backup data. It is
®
recommended you set the backup utility to run automatically.
Saving Important System Information
By default your computer is set up to automatically save
certain critical information, such as the registry, on a regular
basis. This information is saved as a restore point. You can also
create restore points manually by using the System Restore
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Maintenance and Storage
Utility. Select Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools,
System Restore. Then, follow the instructions in the Wizard.
Backing Up Files in Windows
Select Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Backup.
You can schedule backups to run automatically on a regular
basis. To set this up, talk to your help desk or IT department.
Backing Up Files in Windows
Select Start, Control Panel and select Backup Your Computer
under System and Maintenance.
Backing Up Files in Windows
Select Start, Control Panel. Under System and Security select
Back up your computer. From here you can set up backup, cre-
ate a system image or create a system repair disc.
Backing Up Drive C:
You can make an exact copy of drive C: and save the backup
image on the Recovery Partition of your hard disk (usually drive
D:). In the future, you can restore drive C: to its previous state
if it becomes corrupted. To make a backup copy of drive C:,
use the Hard Disk Backup and Recovery Utility. Select Start,
All Programs, Mobile Computer Tools, Hard Disk Backup and
Recovery. You will be prompted for additional information.
note
The Hard Disk Backup and Recovery Utility is only
available on computers configured with a recovery partition.
Data Recovery
There are several methods to restore your data. Start with the
least destructive and fastest recovery options, listed below in
the order in which you should restore data.
1.
Restore system information.
2.
Restore a backup using the
3.
Restore the entire contents of drive C:
Option 1: Restoring System Information
Windows
XP:
®
If you have problems with your system, restore system infor-
mation to an earlier state, or Restore Point. Select Start, All
Programs, Accessories, System Tools, System Restore. Then,
follow the instructions in the Wizard.
Windows
Vista and Windows
®
Select Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, Backup
and Restore Center. On the Tasks menu on the left-hand side
of the screen select Repair Windows
XP:
®
Vista:
®
7:
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Windows
Backup Utility
®
7:
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using System Restore.
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