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3.4.2
In Windows
Using the Recovery CD
Refer to the previous sections and follow the general steps to recover your system
with the recovery CD from the package.
Using the Hidden Partition
The Recovery Partition includes an image of the operating system, drivers, and
utilities installed on your system at the factory. The Recovery Partition provides
a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system's software
to its original working state, provided that your hard disk drive is in good working
order. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook
PST files) to floppy disks or to a network drive and make note of any customized
configuration settings (such as network settings).
DO NOT delete the partition named "RECOVERY." The Recovery Partition is
created at the factory and cannot be restored by the user if deleted. Take your
system to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the
recovery process.
1.
Press <F8> during bootup (requires a Recovery Partition)
2.
Press <Enter> to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]
Read the "ASUS Preload Wizard" screen and click Next.
3.
4.
Select a partition option and click Next. Partition options:
Recover Windows to a partition only.
This option will delete only the partition you select from below, allowing you to
keep other partitions, and create a new system partition as drive "C".
Recover Windows to entire HD.
This option will delete all partitions from your hard disk drive and create a
new system partition as drive "C".
5.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process.
6.
Reboot and insert the Support CD into the optical drive.
Click ASUS InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard from the Drivers tab and
7.
install all the drivers.
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Chapter 3: Starting up
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