Using Hidden Partition - Asus Eee PC 1005HAB User Manual

System Recovery
There are three ways to perform the system recovery. Refer to the
following sections for details.
The OS image file bundled in the Recovery DVD may be not the
latest version. After the system recovery, use the Add/Remove
Software in the Settings tab to update your OS.
You will lose all your data during the system recovery. Ensure to
back up your important data before recovering your system.

Using Hidden Partition

1. Hold <F9> during bootup (requires a Recovery Partition).
If you have installed WIndows XP to your Eee PC, the built-
in hidden partition would be cleared and cannot be used for
system recovery.
Highlight Restore Factory Settings and press <Enter> to start
2.
the system recovery.
Normal Boot
Perform Disk Scan
Restore Factory Settings
Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to select which entry is highlighted.
Press enter to boot the selected OS, 'e' to edit the
commands before booting, or 'c' for command-line.
If the system recovery fails, there might be something wrong with
your Eee PC disk drive. Contact your local RMA for support.
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