Compaq Evo n610c Compaq Evo Notebook 610c Series Getting Started - Page 37

Restoring Software

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How to Get Information, Help and Updates Restoring Software The QuickRestore kit included with the notebook provides all the software that shipped preinstalled or preloaded on your notebook and instructions for restoring it. You can use QuickRestore to install or reinstall individual software items, such as applications, or to restore the entire notebook factory image. The factory image is the original software on your notebook when it was shipped. When you restore to the factory image: I The notebook reverts to the original factory settings. I Software you installed after the initial software setup, including drivers, applications, or utilities, will be erased. For information about using a QuickRestore CD to start up the notebook, refer to the documentation included with the QuickRestore kit. Ä CAUTION: To prevent an unsuccessful restoration, use QuickRestore only while the notebook is connected to reliable external power using the AC Adapter. Do not use QuickRestore while the notebook is running on battery power, docked in an optional Port Replicator, or connected to an optional power source. During a restoration or installation: I Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet. I Do not shut down the notebook. I Do not remove or insert a drive. Getting Started 3-9

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How to Get Information, Help and Updates
Getting Started
3–9
Restoring Software
The
QuickRestore
kit included with the notebook provides all the
software that shipped preinstalled or preloaded on your notebook
and instructions for restoring it.
You can use
QuickRestore
to install or reinstall individual
software items, such as applications, or to restore the entire
notebook factory image. The factory image is the original
software on your notebook when it was shipped.
When you restore to the factory image:
The notebook reverts to the original factory settings.
Software you installed after the initial software setup,
including drivers, applications, or utilities, will be erased.
For information about using a
QuickRestore
CD to start up the
notebook, refer to the documentation included with the
QuickRestore
kit.
Ä
CAUTION:
To prevent an unsuccessful restoration, use
QuickRestore
only while the notebook is connected to reliable external power using the
AC Adapter. Do not use
QuickRestore
while the notebook is running on
battery power, docked in an optional Port Replicator, or connected to an
optional power source. During a restoration or installation:
Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet.
Do not shut down the notebook.
Do not remove or insert a drive.