You can restore your Windows 8 operating system from your computer's hard drive using the Acer Recovery Management software. This will restore your computer to the original factory configuration, and reinstall Windows.

PRECAUTION

This will restore your computer to the original factory configuration, and erase all data on the system.

SOLUTION

Use the following steps to restore your computer.

1. Press the Windows () key + C, or swipe in from the right edge of the screen to open your Charms.
2. Click Search , then type Recover.
3. Click Acer Recovery Management.
4. Select Restore Factory Settings.
5. Click Next.
6. Select Fully clean the drive.
7. Click Reset.

Your computer will restart and begin the restoration process. Once finished, it will restart and begin the initial Windows setup process.