FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Do I still have to install the enclosed CDs/DVDs?
No. Basically all programs are already preinstalled.
The disks are only intended as backup copies.
What is the Windows activation?
Your operating instructions include a chapter about
this subject.
When do I have to activate Windows?
Your software has been preactivated in the factory.
An activation will only be required, if ...
... several components are replaced by others.
... your installed a new motherboard.
... a different BIOS version has been installed.
... you install the software to another computer.
How do I perform a data backup?
Make a backup and a retrospective backup of se-
lected data on external media (CD-R), in order to
become familiar with the technology.
A backup is unusable if you are not in a position to
recreate the data, the medium (CD-R) is defective or
is no longer available.
When is the recovery of the factory setting recom-
mended?
This method should be chosen as the last resort.
Read chapter "System recovery" concerning the
possible alternatives.
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