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• Hardware Diagnostics
The Hardware Diagnostics option contains tests that you can
run to verify the functionality of your computer’s hardware
components. If you suspect that you may have a hardware
component failure, you will need to run this program prior to
contacting Acer Technical Support.
1 •
Select the Hardware Diagnostics option.
2 •
Follow the directions on the screen.
Maintenance Tools Menu
When you enter the Maintenance Tools menu, you will have
the following options to select from:
• In/Uninstall Software
This option enables you to install or uninstall software titles and
selected software drivers that are preloaded on your system.
To install, simply select the Install Software option.
To uninstall, simply select the Uninstall Software option.
• Defragment Hard Drive
This is a Windows 98 option designed to help keep data stored
on the hard drive in an optimal configuration for performance
and reliability. We recommend this program be run 1-2 times
per year.
1 •
Select the Defragment Hard Drive menu item.
2 •
Choose the default drive “C:” to run the test.
Note:
We recommend that you turn off the screensaver or any other
programs that use the hard drive while scanning the hard drive. If any
program attempts to access the hard drive, the scan or defrag will
restart.
• Scan Hard Drive for Errors
This is a Windows 98 option for finding and correcting errors
on your hard drive. You should run this program every 2-3
months to avoid loss of data due to problems with the storage
of information.
1 •
Select the Scan Hard Drive for Errors option.
2 •
Click on Start to run the Standard Scan.
Service Center
The Service Center contains four segments:
• Diagnostics
provides utilities to assist you in testing your
computer and its components to ensure that everything is
functioning correctly.
• Maintenance
provides tools to keep your computer running
smoothly and operating at optimal performance.
• Repair
provides tools to fix minor problems that may occur
on your computer.
• Support on the Web
provides ways to get help from Acer or
other vendors of your computer.
Diagnostics Tools Menu
The Diagnostics Tools Menu has the following options to
choose from:
• CD Checker
In case you encounter some problems with your CD-
ROM/DVD-ROM drive, you may need to run this program to
help you determine whether your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive
needs maintenance. If this program rejects several discs, your
drive may require cleaning.
The CD Checker option is designed to help verify the CD-
ROM/DVD-ROM media that you are using is defect free.
1 •
Select the CD Checker option.
2 •
Follow the on-screen directions and tips.
3 •
When prompted, place the CD-ROM you wish to test in
the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM tray. Close the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM
tray.
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• Wait for the results to be displayed.
• Windows Registry Checker
A number of Windows problems are caused by incorrect or
corrupted registry entries. Use this tool to verify your registry
health, fix problems or to make a backup copy.
1 •
Select the Registry Repair option.
2 •
Follow the on-screen directions and tips.
3 •
Wait for the results to be displayed.
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