If not, follow the next set of instructions. This option completely erases the C: partition and reinstalls factory-shipped files from the recovery partition. The Gateway recovery disc restores your Gateway computer to the condition it was in when you first purchased it. I got my Gateway back running after using his Alt-F10 tip. Gateway Computers acquired eMachines Computers in 2004 and, in 2007, Gateway Computers was acquired by Acer. This tip was not in my Gateway starter guide. Follow any instructions given by the wizard to restore your computer to factory conditions.
. Create the recovery disk in Windows 7 Windows 7 users can create the set of recovery disks using the Gateway Recovery Management software. If you can boot into Windows 8 These instructions apply if you are able to boot into Windows 8. Note: Easy Recovery Essentials can not be used to install or reinstall Windows. Your computer may still have a recovery partition intact undamaged or uncorrupted that can be used to restore your computer to its factory conditions. There is no legal free Vista download available.
It is recommended to update the antivirus definitions and perform Windows Updates. Backup your files before proceeding! It does wipe every thing out on the C: drive to be like it was when new. Your Windows Vista may run the Gateway Recovery Management software and not the Gateway Recovery Centre software version. I went on their site and found the owner's manual for my series and it told me how to do it. All personal files will be deleted during the restore process.
In the Help protect Windows automatically screen, select Use recommended settings. Is there anyone can show me how to restore a Gateway computer to factory settings? Once your Gateway Restore Disk Set is purchased and checkout is completed, we go to work - preparing and shipping out your order the very next day except holidays. Give your Gateway Laptop or Gateway Desktop a performance boost with a fresh Windows Boot Disk. This would boot from the recovery disk you inserted in the optical drive. This may take a few minutes. The more drivers and applications that need to be installed, the longer the process will take.
If you're using that computer to run a business, that can mean valuable time and effort wasted that you could be using to run your business. Another way I have seen on some models is to tap F8, and go to a list of Startup options, and start a Factory Standards Recovery from in there, by selecting the Repair computer option. Mick Murphy - Microsoft Partner. Fully clean the drive is recommended. Fortunately, most problems are simple to fix with a factory reset. Restoring the computer to its factory settings is to put the system back to the settings which it had when it came out from the factory.
Be sure that you have your data files backed up before performing this option. Note: The Administrator account is disabled by default. The installation of the Gateway Computers Management software will enable the computer to return to its original settings. Founded in Sioux City, Iowa and based in Irvine California, Gateway Inc. In the Recovery is complete window, click Finish. In the Type a computer name and choose a desktop background screen, enter the appropriate information, and then click Next.
In the System Recovery Options window, select Restart. So what does all of this mean to you? Do you want to continue? Had samee problem for a customer, restore partiton. For a desktop manufactures in the last 3 years, I went to repair options under the F8 advanced boot options screen. With factory settings, unnecessary files will also not appear as the computer will be returned to its default state. Backup your files before you continue! Create the recovery disk in Windows Vista Windows Vista users can create a recovery disk using the Gateway Recovery Centre software program by following these steps.
Restore Windows 7 Windows 7 users can restore the system by following these instructions. Normally, you would press F10 or F11 at Startup to commence the Recovery Process. Windows prepares to start for the first time. Note: This option will install a recovery partition first, then restore the user partition. It really is that simple! Create recovery disks for Gateway with Gateway Recovery Center The Acer eRecovery Management software Gateway computers shipped after November, 2004 have a backup solution called Gateway System Recovery.