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3. Do not perform any partition operations while running other software that has low-
level disk access, such as antivirus or backup tools. Close such programs before running
Acronis Disk Director Suite.
If you follow these simple rules, you will protect yourself against data loss.
1.8
Running Acronis Disk Director Suite
1.8.1
Running under Windows
Under Windows, select Start Programs Acronis DiskDirector Acronis Disk
Director Suite.
Under Windows, Acronis Disk Director Suite can perform operations on any partitions,
including primary, logical, system or data
1.8.2
Running Acronis Disk Director Suite for the first time
When you run the program for the first time, you will be prompted to choose whether you
want to work in Automatic Mode or Manual Mode.
Automatic Mode provides enough functionality to create almost any partition configuration
on your PC hard disks.
If you need a detailed partition structure representation with a complete set of partition
operations and controls, select Manual Mode.
You can switch between modes at any time (see 2.1.3 «Switching modes»).
1.8.3
Running from bootable diskettes or CD
Previously, we explained how to create bootable diskettes or a CD (see 1.2 «Supported
Operating Systems
•
Windows NT 4.0 SP 6
Windows 2000 Professional SP 4
•
Windows XP SP 2
•
Windows Vista (all editions).
•
Installation Process»). While working with Acronis Disk Director Suite, you may need to
use the bootable media: (1) after a serious Windows failure or (2) to work on a Linux-
based PC. (See also Chapter 9 «Bootable Media Builder».)
Your PC BIOS must be set correctly to boot and run the software from bootable diskettes
or CD.
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without
rebooting your PC.
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