Recovery disk restore partitions as factory settings?

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• How can I restore my empowering technology from acer asire Home premium back to factory with a recovery disk? All the factory settings have been destroyed, and windows vista ultimate sp1 has been installed on my computer.

  I have an acer aspire 4720z / with windows vista home premium / with the enabling technology / processor intel pentium dual core. I think I downloaded a program limewire lennex, it was suppose to be something else. Somehow that he closed my computor, luckly my cuzin was able to download windows vista ultimate SP1 64 2007 multimedia content on my laptop so that I can at least use MY COMP. But I think I like the version that is installed on my comp.better to the ultimate version on my comp.now, it does not seem as before prefome. Some things on my computer laptop don't prop wk. What should I do, go back to my version Home premium of moose? If so how to do that? I don't have a home premium recovery disc. I tried to install the updates of windows SP2 64 thought repairs that would set back 2 the origonal but settings it na not or at least update the ultimate version do you think I should do.

  If you have downloaded Vista Ultimate and not bought, you use pirate software.

  You will receive NO Support for pirated software.

  If this does not work, contact Acer:

  http://www.acerpanam.com/Synapse/forms/portal20.cfm?RecordID=853&formid=3390&website=AcerPanAm.com&siteid=7117&words=all&keywords=&areaid=2

  Acer eRecovery made

   

  1. on the Acer splash screen, you can press Alt and F10 (at the same time press F2 to enter the BIOS) to make it appear a version BACK style eRecovery.

  ·        The unit is able to reload Windows from this mode faster then CD.

  ·        The default password is 000000 (6 zeros) and it is shown when you are prompted for the password.

  ·        Users are able to change the password in this mode for eRecovery only.

  ·        The system can retrieve the hidden on the hard disk (partition PQService) image or a CD/DVD media.

  ·        It is possible to reload the factory CD/DVD style or snapshots that creates the eRecovery Windows version.

  2. in Windows, there are 3 ways to access eRecovery functionality.

  ·        Press Alt and F10

  ·        Open Acer eManager and then double-click eRecovery.

  ·        When a system is new it should automatically open this application and invite you to do the recovery media.

  3. the Windows version of the eRecovery program is stronger then the Dos Version. Below you will find the various features of the Windows version:

  Recovery settings: create backup files and change password

  ·        Picture of the backup snapshot (create a disk image of your system configuration)

  1. the system is able to make a CD/DVD image of the current state of mobile software including customer programs installed.

  2. This CD/DVD is usable in Windows and DOS of the program version.

  3. the drive should start, but isn't always.

  4 when a snapshot is in fact the image is on the D: partition and then can be burned to disc if eRecovery is said to.

  ·        Burn the Image to disc (create a backup disk)

  1. you can create 3-7 CD or DVD 1-2 such as those that were sent with the units before eRecovery.

  2. the serious CD are equal in usage to the system recovery CD and CD

  ·        Remove data from backup image of capture instant user (if available)

  1. This is how delete you the snapshot on the D: partition images

  ·        Password: (change the eRecovery password)

  1. measures: restore your system using an existing backup file or restore the default configuration in your system factory.

  2 backup copy using one of the snapshots has been filed or the original image on the D: partition.

  4. made eRecovery

  ·        When the hard drive is replaced the system loses its characteristics eRecovery. These features are on the hard drive and cannot be reinstalled.

  ·        When reinstalling from the CD/DVD's you will lose the eRecovery program but the DOS version can still function, as if uninstalled, you can not reinstall.

  ·        eRecovery uses Ghost (as well as the use of our recovery CD) to create snapshot images.

  ·        If the PQService partition is removed using fdisk or a utility under Windows, you may need to reinstall Windows.

  ·        If the system is recharged using the DOS version you retain the eRecovery feature

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• HP pavilion g6-2310ex: don't have partition recovery and Recovery Manager to reset to factory settings

  My laptop has become very slow, I reinstalled windows and installed the original from the HP website drivers. But my laptop is still very slow. So, I'm hinking about restore my laptop to factory settings. I have no HP Backup & Recovery manager or recovery Partition or any disc that came with the laptop. If there is any way I can restore my laptop to factory settings, please inform. And if I need to download anyting please give the link with it. Thank you.

  Hi there @HPian_B.

  You may be able to buy for your laptop recovery disks if you have not created their initially. Please read the getting HP recovery or a recovery USB HP disk drives for more information.

  At this point, you must have recovery disks to do a factory restore.

  I hope this helps!

  Have a great day!

• After a restore to the factory settings, where personal files are?

  I recently had a problem on my laptop (gateway) that prevents Windows to boot the system.  I went through the automatic tests on splash screens.  Files were good, the disk check was good, went to a restore point, but still was not able to start.  I got a message that there was no specified "configuration change".  So I chose the option to restore factory settings.  I didn't need a disk to do - it took place without no boot disk required.  There was a message related to the restoration who said that my files could be stored on the hard drive partitioned part.  I couldn't get to my personal files anyway, so I decided to take the chance to do the restore and hope that Windows would save my stuff.  Well, Windows is running, but I can't find my files.  The page of my computer shows 2 hard drives, 'Local' and 'Recovery', but I don't know how to access recovery or if my files are still there.

  Is there a chance that my stuff is still in this machine, or I'm just the GROUND?

  Thanks in advance for any kind souls who can solve the riddle!

  Hello

  "Recovery" partition will be the software that was used to perform the recovery to factory settings.

  We should never touch except to make recovery disks, failure of hard disk for you to reinstall Vista on a new hard drive.

  Windows does not save your data when you perform a restore to the factory settings.

  Your recovery software factory settings is provided by the gateway.

  It is an Option in their software.

  It is the gateway to this topic information.

  "Restoration with automatic data backup.

  http://support.gateway.com/s/software/MICROSOF/Vista/7515418/7515418su532.shtml

  All files and existing files are copied to the C:\Backup folder on the hard drive and a new copy of Windows is installed.

  You will need to contact Gateway Support and ask them where to find your data saved their recovery process if the information above did not save where gateway said it would.

  http://support.gateway.com/us/en/support/default.aspx

  See you soon.

• Cannot restore to the factory settings

  
  

  I have the Acer Aspire 7741z laptop. The computer has frequent problems, and I want to restore it defaults. I've already saved important files and had planned to do a full restore to the factory settings, but the eRecovery program does not work for me. It starts the process, says that it needs to restart, check I want to replace the data on the hard drive and restarts. The problem is, it just restarts. No recovery process, no reset factory default. Alt + F10 during boot process does nothing.

  I checked the partitions still exist, and I made no changes to the system since the purchase (about formats, etc.). Of course, I'm no longer under warranty period, it seems getting direct support from Acer is not going to happen.

  If anyone can help? I really want to restore this laptop to its default settings.

• Unable to restore iPhone to factory settings

  When you try to restore the factory settings I should be in iTunes and when I try to restore it to factory settings it does not load

  Nevermind it finally loaded

• Satellite Pro L450d-12 x help restore to the factory settings

  I want to go back to the complete factory settings (as if windows has been reinstalled)
  There is no repair option in the advanced startup options (are there all the other options)
  If I go into disk management, I can see
  (C)
  recovery_data (D)
  (anonymous) (OEM partition)

  all the these have the status of healthy.

  There recovery.wim in the d drive, and a winpe.wim

  There are a lot of educational software that came on the phone that I do not have the cd. So, I don't want a new installation of windows.

  I tried to do a system repair disc, it upward with could not be created (0 x 80070057) so I'm not able to boot from the cd

  Is it possible to reset to factory settings complete with recovery or partition without a name?

  For future referance that is needed (a? or other? or both?) windows restore disk 7 oem 32-bit pro (version of windows I use) or the pro L450d-12 x recovery disk toshiba satalite?

  Thanks in advance

  > Is it possible to reset to factory settings complete with recovery or partition without a name?

  In General, you have two options:
  Either you try to retrieve the laptop using recovery disk as described here:
  http://APS2.toshiba-tro.de/KB0/HTD1303440001R01.htm
  or you will recover the laptop using the Toshiba Recovery disk which you likely has not been created in the past using Toshiba Recovery Media Creator. Right.

  Well, if the recovery of HARD drive does not work (whatever the reason), then you must use the recovery disc. If recover disk has not been created in the past, you can order the CD here:
  http://backupmedia.Toshiba.EU/landing.aspx

  This info has been helpful?

• HP Envy 15-k201na: restore to the factory settings corrupts the files/windows Boot Manager

  I wanted to restore my computer laptop back to factory settings. So I went into settings and navigated to the update and recovery, recovery and then clicked the option restore factory settings. I had several partitions then asked me if I wanted to delete all of my drive or to remove all the windows disk was installed on. I clicked on the remove all option. Everything was erased from my laptop, I think that the boot partition has been altered to. Now when I start my laptop 0xc00000000f error code occurs and he said: 'you will need to use recovery tools. If you don't have any facility (such as a disc or USB device) support, contact your administrator for PC or PC/manufacturer. »

  Is there a way to fix this? My laptop still warranty HP on this subject.

  A system image restore fixed my PC; I used recovery media to recreate the image on my PC.

• Cannot restore laptop to factory settings

  HP laptop Dv6-6b50sa QG797ea #ABU

  I need to restore this machine on the factory settings. Tried pressing the F11 key at startup to the top, but it does nothing

  Hi yewtree,.

  Boot Windows, hold down the Windows key and press R.  In the run box, type compmgmt.msc , and then press ENTER.  Click on management of the disks in the left pane and when loaded partitions, make a right click of the recovery Partition and mark it as 'active '.  Close all open windows and then restart - if it worked, the laptop boot from the recovery Partition during the restart.

  Let me know.

  Kind regards

  DP - K

• Restore PC to factory settings

  original title: restore pc

  I need to restore my Dell Inspiron its parameters. Dell factory image is missing with F8, and I don't have an installation disc. I need a free download site or a command prompt to perform this task. HEEEEEEELLLLLLLLPPPPPPPP!

  Contact Dell as to why the recovery Partition does not work.

  Dell recovery options:

  http://supportapj.Dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/DSN/en/document?journalid=67E9C215C4BABD6CE040AE0AB5E14F05&docid=339949

  Above is Dell to reinstall Vista from the DVD on your computer.

  http://supportapj.Dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/DSN/en/document?journalid=67E9C215C4BABD6CE040AE0AB5E14F05&docid=336966

  And that way if you have a recovery partition on your hard drive.

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  How to get the recovery media Vista to make it back to factory settings .

  There is no Vista free download legal available.

  http://support.Dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/DellCare/contact_us?c=us&l=en&s=Gen&redirect=1

  Call Dell and ask them to send a recovery disk/s Vista set.

  Normally, they do this for a cost of $ small.

  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

  Or borrow a good Microsoft Vista DVD (not Dell, HP, Acer, recovery disk/s etc).
  A good Vista DVD contains all versions of Vista.
  The product key determines which version of Vista is installed.

  There are 2 disks of Vista: one for 32-bit operating system, and one for 64-bit operating system.

  If install a cleaning is required with a good DVD of Vista (not HP, Dell recovery disks):

  Go to your Bios/Setup, or the Boot Menu at startup and change the Boot order to make the DVD/CD drive 1st in the boot order, then reboot with the disk in the drive.

  At the startup/power on you should see at the bottom of the screen either F2 or DELETE, go to Setup/Bios or F12 for the Boot Menu

  http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/918884

  MS advice on the conduct of clean install.

  http://www.theeldergeekvista.com/vista_clean_installation.htm

  A tutorial on the use of a clean install

  http://www.winsupersite.com/showcase/winvista_install_03.asp

  Super Guide Windows Vista Installation

  After installation > go to the website of the manufacturer of your computer/notebook > drivers and downloads Section > key in your model number > get latest Vista drivers for it > download/install them.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• How can I restore PC to factory settings

  Separated from this thread.

  How to restore my pc to factory settings

  Recovery of your computer (Windows) using "Recovery Partition" of the Manufacture or
  contact PC manufacturing (see support links below) and order the recovery media.

  Note: Activation is not required when you use the recovery partition or recovery media, but you will need to reinstall all your applications.

  Also to save your documents on external support (if possible) before starting the recovery process.

  Once completed, your PC will be actually in the State when you first purchased it and turned on for the 1st time.

  To access the recovery Partition, start your computer, and then by pressing the appropriate function key. It can be either F1, F2, F9, F10, F11, F12, DEL or tab key. Check the list below or your user manual for your brand and model.

  If your hard drive has failed, do not have a recovery partition or the recovery partition is not accessible,
  Then, you must contact the manufacturer support team and ask for a "recovery disc" which allows to reinstall Windows 7.

  How access/start the process of recovery of the manufactures listed below.

  Acer: Press and hold ALT + F10, as soon as you see the logo
  http://Acer.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/A_ID/2631
  Acer support: http://www.acer.com/worldwide/support/
  Acer recovery support: http://store.acer.com/store/aceramer/en_US/eRecovery

  Advent: restart your computer, then the immediate start by pressing the [F8] key or the F10 key.
  The fastest way to restore your computer is to use the hard disk recovery tools. You can access them by restarting your computer and then pressing the [F8] key or the F10 key until the Advanced Boot Menu appears. Use the arrows to select "Repair your computer", then press [Enter]. Read all of the instructions on the website of advent and made your choice as to the action you want to perform: http://www.adventcomputers.co.uk/restore-or-reinstall-windows-your-computer
  Support: http://www.adventcomputers.co.uk/product-support/support-services

  ASUS: Press or press the F9 key as soon as you see the Asus logo.
  http://support.ASUS.com/troubleshooting/detail.aspx?SLanguage=en&m=X53E&OS=&no=1775
  ASUS support: http://support.asus.com/contactus.aspx?SLanguage=en

  Dell: Press F8 directly after switching on / to start the computer
  Recovering detail instructions:
  http://www.Dell.com/support/troubleshooting/us/en/19/KCS/KcsArticles/ArticleView?docid=DSN_362066
  http://www.Dell.com/support/troubleshooting/us/en/19/KCS/KcsArticles/ArticleView?docid=52182
  Dell support: http://www.dell.com/support/home/us/en/19?c=&l=&s=
  Or: http://www.dell.com/

  EMachines: hold the Alt key and hold press and release the key F10
  http://Techchannel.RadioShack.com/eMachines-system-recovery-1747.html
  Support: http://www.emachines.com/ec/en/US/content/support

  Fujitsu: Press F8 several times directly after switching on
  https://answers.Yahoo.com/question/index?QID=20110406074143AAcx1Zw
  Support: http://www.fujitsu.com/global/support/

  Gateway:
  http://www.ehow.com/how_6297937_restore-gateway-laptop-factory-settings.html
  https://support.gateway.com/s/software/Microsof/Vista/7515418/7515418su531.shtml
  Support: http://www.gateway.com/worldwide/support/

  HP Notebook: Usually to begin recovery process press the F10 key, power on the computer
  HP Mini: Press F11 directly after switching on / to start the computer
  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/wc/document?DocName=c01867418&cc=us&destPage=document&LC=en&tmp_docname=c01867418
  Support: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/contact-hp/ww-contact-us.html

  Lenovo (F11): http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/detail.page?LegacyDocID=MIGR-4UFUYK
  and: http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/detail.page?DocID=HT077144
  Support: http://support.lenovo.com/en/supportphonelist

  How to run Lenovo Onekey Recovery
  http://support.Lenovo.com/en_US/downloads/detail.page?docid=HT062552
  Detailed as follows: http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/research/hints-or-tips/detail.page?&LegacyDocID=127597018499211

  You can also find parts of this article from Lenovo worth reading:
  http://support.Lenovo.com/en_US/detail.page?LegacyDocID=MIGR-4VFUDU

  LG: Press F11 directly after switching on / to start the computer
  Support: http://www.lg.com/

  Packard Bell: Turn on your computer. When Packard Bell logo is displayed, press in and hold the ALT key while pressing the F10 key several times. Release the keys when a message that Windows is loading files.
  After the system recovery program has loaded follow the instructions to reinstall the operating system.
  Support: http://www.packardbell.com/index.html

  Samsung: Press the F4 key to the Samsung logo when you turn on first of all of the computer.
  Support: http://www.samsung.com/

  Sony VAIO Windows 7: restart and press "F10".
  https://CA.en.KB.Sony.com/app/answers/detail/A_ID/35585/p/48903, 49902,71663,71664/c/65,67/kw/recovery%20using%20f10
  Sony VAIO Vista: Restart and press "F8" repeatedly until the screen "Advanced Boot Options".
  https://us.en.kb.sony.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/41931/~/how-to-perform-a-system-recovery-using-the-vaio-recovery-center.
  https://us.en.KB.Sony.com/app/answers/detail/A_ID/41949/session/L2F2LzEvdGltZS8xNDA4MjI2NTAzL3NpZC8qWVBPbCpfbA%3D%3D
  Support: http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/

  Toshiba: Press on F12 or the value 0 (zero) key on the top of the keyboard (not the zero on the numeric keypad key)
  and at the same time, press the button power once to turn on your laptop.
  When the Toshiba screen appears; release the 0 key.
  References: http://www.mytoshiba.com.au/support/items/faq/71
  http://forums.Toshiba.com/T5/system-recovery-and-recovery/how-to-perform-system-recovery-Windows-7/Ta-p/279643
  Support: http://www.toshiba.co.jp/worldwide/

  Windows 7 - location of the Partition Recovery and information.
  "Configurations of drive partitions using the BIOS has recommended.
  Note: Check the diagrams of this article
  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd744364%28WS.10%29.aspx

  J W Stuart: http://www.pagestart.com

• Prevent users to restore it to factory settings

  I was wondering if it is possible. At the moment no matter what standard user with a legitimate password is able to press F8 when windows is loaded, enter repair and restore default computer. Is it possible to prevent ordinary users to do?

  @arachnologist,

  It is not really an official way to avoid a full recovery of the system is carried out.  By resetting the system to factory default, I assume that you are referring to the F11 system recovery provided by HP which would amount to one out of the condition of the box.

  Because this process occurs outside of Windows, set permissions or changes within windows itself will not prevent this.  However, you could do that you have to work the recovery disc for the unit and then remove the recovery partition.  Deleting the recovery partition would eliminate the easy way to restore the default unit for the recovery partition (where the factory reset retrieves the files from) will be missing.  However, this is how a user can reinstall Windows if something goes wrong, and this is why I recommend to have on hand recovery disks somewhere safe.

  Alternatively, you can also define a power on password for the unit.  A power on password is set in the BIOS under the security heading.  With a power on password, only one person knowing this password might even get beyond the screen of the BIOS to reset the system or start any device (CD, USB, HARD drive, etc.).  Be sure to remember this password as you would for any other password.  Remember that this is not without its risks.  For example, a forgotten password power can be difficult to overcome.  Due course and according to the device (laptop, desktop computer, business unit), it may be not so easy or cheap to clear a forgotten password market.

  The solution with the least risk, in my opinion, would be to remove the recovery partition.  This document explains how to do this.

• Restore everything to factory settings.

  I have a HP Pavilion 521N Home Edition Version 2002 with Service Pack 2 of Office I got from my grandmother. The computer is running extremely slow. I want to restore it to factory again. I do not have a disk. I noticed that she has been commissioning, if I hit F10 it gave me a chance to do what I'm trying to do. Is the right way to do it or there at - it another way?

  Thank you, Dan cotton

  No, you guessed it! Press F10 and enter the HP recovery process. Use the advanced settings and perform a full recovery destructive. Once the recovery process is finished (and be patient, a lot of programs will be installed after you get in Windows), uninstall the software obsolete/undesirable/trial. Upgrade to XP Service Pack 3 and make all Windows updates. Install current versions of common programs such as Adobe Reader, Java, Flash, Shockwave, etc. Install a good antivirus like NOD32 (commercial), Avast or Avira (the two of them have free versions) and enjoy your "new" computer MS - MVP - Elephant Boy computers - don't panic!

• Space minimum drive - how to restore computer to factory settings

  I have a toshiba Satellite Pro A200 on Vista. Vista came preloaded and I not all disks for it. I got it from the new (Sept 2007). The hard disk is divided into units. Recently my C drive has filled competely and I now no space left (went 55gigs) I store some data in this drive. All my multimedia elements (music, photos, and other files) is in my E drive. I have to run C Cleaner whenever I start in order to have enough space for the operation of the computer. I also remove all but the last restore point in order to function.

  I am at my wits end and think I must have a virus or something. Is there a way to restore the computer to the 'new '? I have all my files backed up on an external hard drive, so I don't mind from scratch. Not keeping in mind I have no install discs as Vista came preloaded.

  Can anyone help? Please, I beg you!

  Most laptops and many OEM desktop computers (HP, Sony, etc.) come with a picture of factory restore on a special partition on the hard drive. The factory restore process is normally called by pressing a key of function (such as F11) to start the computer. There will be a message as to what function key press the screen when you start your computer. You can also consult the manual of your computer or the computer mftr.'s site, or contact technical support to learn how to restore your computer if you plant from each computer mftr. He does it differently - sometimes even between models.

  These machines also generally have a utility to create physical recovery disks in case the hard drive needs to be replaced or the factory restore image is somewhat damaged. If you have not created the recovery image recovery physical and/or damaged disks, contact technical support of computer mftr. to order a set of recovery disks. It is normally very expensive, around $20-25. MS - MVP - Elephant Boy computers - don't panic!

• Do I restore laptop to factory settings after the plague of virus?

  Invaded by virus quarantined files because they cannot be deleted. "System Restore" is not working now.
  Can I restore laptop to factory again?

  Of course you can do it. Please use recovery media delivered. On this way the unit will be to new factory settings. The installation is very simple.

  Good luck!