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10.3.3
Restoring the factory state of the software using the Restore DVD
Introduction
With the Restore DVD, you can restore the original factory-supplied software:
• Restoring the hard disk with drive "C: (system) and drive "D":
• Restoring only drive "C:" This allows you to retain any user data on drive "D". .
The DVD includes the necessary images and tools for this purpose. Use these tools to
transfer the factory-supplied software to the hard disk of the device.
Backing up authorizations
• Check whether you can back up authorizations or license keys. If so, perform the backup
• If it is not possible to back up your authorization, please contact customer support.
SIMATIC Panel PC 577
Operating Instructions, Release 04/2006, A5E00798484-01
as described below.
Customer support can provide you with the necessary information for your software
authorization.
Caution
With the option "Restore system partition only", all data on drive "C: (system)" will be
deleted. All data, e.g., user settings and authorizations will be lost! All data on Drive "C:"
of your hard disk drive will be deleted. Setup formats the hard disk partition and reinstalls
the original factory software.
When you select the "Restore entire hard disk" option, all the data, user settings, and
authorizations will be lost on the hard disk.
Servicing and maintenance
10.3 Installing software
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