Acorn A3010 User Manual

Discs and disc drives
Making backup copies
It is a good idea to make a backup copy of any valuable files or discs from time to time,
in case a disc is damaged or a file is accidentally deleted. You should also make backup
copies of your program discs, and use these rather than the originals, which you should
keep safe:
Backing up a floppy disc
You'll need a blank disc (known as the destination disc) on which to make the backup
copy: You can either use a brand new disc, or one that has been used before: You'll need
to format a new disc before you can use it as a backup disc: It must be the same format
as the source disc:
Take the following steps to make a backup copy of a floppy disc:
1. Write-protect the source disc and put it into the
floppy disc drive:
2. Click Menu on the floppy disc drive icon on
the icon bar, then click on the Backup
option: You'll see the Backup window:
3. Click on OK: The computer will read the
source disc.
4. Follow the rest of the instructions until backing
up is complete – the computer will ask you to
swap the source disc and destination disc while
it transfers information between them (click on
Continue each time you've done it):
5. Click on OK when the backup is complete.
6. Choose an appropriate name for the disc and
write it on the disc's label:
For more information on backing up floppy discs, and for quicker ways of doing it, see
Discs, networks and filing systems in the RISC OS 3 User and Applications Guide:
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Acorn A3010 Specifications

General

Brand	Acorn
Model	A3010
Category	Desktop
Language	English

Summary

Unpacking and Initial Setup

Unpacking the Computer

Guide to opening the computer box and checking contents.

Choosing Where to Set Up Your Computer

Advice on selecting a suitable location for the computer.

Setting Up the Computer

Instructions for connecting hardware components like mouse, joysticks, and monitor.

Basic Operation and Navigation

The RISC OS Desktop

Introduction to the operating system's graphical interface and icons.

Using the Mouse and Menus

Mouse operation, buttons, techniques, and menu interaction.

Windows and Scrolling

Managing windows, resizing, moving, closing, and scrolling content.

Data Management and Printing

Discs and Disc Drives

Information on floppy and hard disk usage, including formatting and care.

Applications and File Management

Loading, running, quitting applications, and managing files/directories.

Printing Files

Setting up the printer and printing documents from the computer.

Safety, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance

Guidelines for Safe Operation

Essential safety precautions for computer use and UK electrical connections.

Guarantee Information

Product warranty details and procedures for making a claim.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for display, pointer, and configuration problems.

Computer Maintenance

Cleaning components and internal battery care.

Hardware Reference and Connectivity

Monitor Connections

Connecting various monitors and TVs to the computer.

Attaching Peripheral Devices

Connecting printers, modems via serial/parallel ports.

Hardware Components and Connectors

Identification of computer ports and physical parts.

Inside the Computer

Steps for opening the computer for internal upgrades.