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GD3080 User Guide
Maintenance and Storage
Store the computer within the recommended temperature
ranges of -55°C to +75°C (-67°F to +167°F).
If you use PC cards, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions you
received with the card for storage and care information.
Data Backup
Regularly backup your data to ensure the greatest data
integrity, provide the fastest recovery options, and minimize
downtime.
After you have installed all applications and have your
computer configured as desired, create a backup of drive C:
using the Hard Disk Backup and Recovery Utility. Then use
the Windows® Backup Utility frequently to backup data. It is
recommended you set the backup utility to run automatically.
Saving Important System Information
By default your computer is set up to automatically save
certain critical information, such as the registry, on a regular
basis. This information is saved as a restore point. You can also
create restore points manually by using the System Restore
Utility. Select Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools,
System Restore. Then, follow the instructions in the Wizard.
Backing Up Files in Windows® XP:
Select Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Backup.
You can schedule backups to run automatically on a regular
basis. To set this up, talk to your help desk or IT department.
Backing Up Files in Windows® 7:
Select Start, Control Panel. Under System and Security select
Back up your computer. From here you can set up backup, cre-
ate a system image or create a system repair disc.
Backing Up Drive C:
You can make an exact copy of drive C: and save the backup
image on the Recovery Partition of your hard disk (usually drive
D:). In the future, you can restore drive C: to its previous state
if it becomes corrupted. To make a backup copy of drive C:,
use the Hard Disk Backup and Recovery Utility. Select Start,
All Programs, Mobile Computer Tools, Hard Disk Backup and
Recovery. You will be prompted for additional information.
note
The Hard Disk Backup and Recovery Utility is only
available on computers configured with a recovery partition.
Data Recovery
There are several methods to restore your data. Start with the
least destructive and fastest recovery options, listed below in
the order in which you should restore data.
1.
Restore system information.
2.
Restore a backup using the
Windows® Backup Utility
.
3.
Restore the entire contents of drive C:
Option 1: Restoring System Information
Windows® XP:
If you have problems with your system, restore system infor-
mation to an earlier state, or Restore Point. Select Start, All
Programs, Accessories, System Tools, System Restore. Then,
follow the instructions in the Wizard.
Windows® 7:
Select Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, Backup
and Restore Center. On the Tasks menu on the left-hand side
of the screen select Repair Windows® using System Restore.
Option 2 : Restoring a Backup
Windows® XP:
Select Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Backup.
Then follow the instructions in the wizard to restore files and
settings.
Windows® 7:
Select Start, Control Panel, System and Security. Under
Backup and Restore select Restore files from backup. From
here you can select a backup file to restore.
Option 3: Restoring Drive C:
If you used the Hard Disk Backup and Recovery Utility to create
a backup disk image you can use it to restore drive C:.
Caution
Restoring a previously saved disk image
overwrites the entire contents of drive C:. Before running this
process, save your data to another location, such as a USB
flash drive.
note
The Hard Disk Backup and Recovery Utility is only
available on computers configured with a recovery partition.
If it is not available, you will either need to contact your
company’s help desk about obtaining a recovery CD or return
your unit for service.
Windows® XP:
Select Start, All Programs, Mobile Computer Tools, Hard Disk
Backup and Recovery and follow the prompts.
Windows® 7:
Select Start, Control Panel, System and Security. Under
Backup and Restore select Restore files from backup then
select Recover system settings or your computer.
