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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: THE USE OF SOFTWARE AVAILABLE AT THIS SITE IS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS THAT FOLLOW. IF YOU AGREE TO THESE TERMS, PLEASE CHOOSE THE “I ACCEPT” OPTION LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE SCREEN WHERE THIS AGREEMENT IS DISPLAYED. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE LICENSE TERMS, PLEASE CHOOSE THE “I DO NOT ACCEPT” OPTION AND DO NOT INSTALL SOFTWARE.

End User License Agreement

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT: This End-User license Agreement ("EULA") is a legal agreement between (a) you (either an individual or a single entity) and (b) Hewlett-Packard Company ("HP") that governs your use of any Software Product, installed on or made available by HP for use with your HP product ("HP Product"), that is not otherwise subject to a separate license agreement between you and HP or its suppliers. Other software may contain a EULA in its online documentation. The term "Software Product" means computer software and may include associated media, printed materials and "online" or electronic documentation. An amendment or addendum to this EULA may accompany the HP Product.

RIGHTS IN THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT ARE OFFERED ONLY ON THE CONDITION THAT YOU AGREE TO ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS EULA. BY INSTALLING, COPYING, DOWNLOADING, OR OTHERWISE USING THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS EULA. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE LICENSE TERMS, YOUR SOLE REMEDY IS TO RETURN THE ENTIRE UNUSED PRODUCT (HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE) WITHIN 14 DAYS FOR A REFUND SUBJECT TO THE REFUND POLICY OF YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE.

1. GRANT OF LICENSE. HP grants you the following rights provided you comply with all terms and conditions of this EULA:

a. Use. You may use the Software Product on a single computer ("Your Computer"). If the Software Product is provided to you via the internet and was originally licensed for use on more than one computer, you may install and use the Software Product only on those computers. You do not have the right to distribute the Software Product. You may load the Software Product into Your Computer's temporary memory (RAM) for purposes of using the Software Product.

b. Storage. You may copy the Software Product into the local memory or storage device of the HP Product.

c. Copying. You may make archival or back-up copies of the Software Product, provided the copy contains all of the original Software Product's proprietary notices and that it is used only for back-up purposes.

d. Reservation of Rights. HP and its suppliers reserve all rights not expressly granted to you in this EULA.

e. Freeware. Notwithstanding the terms and conditions of this EULA, all or any portion of the Software Product which constitutes non-proprietary HP software or software provided under public license by third parties ("Freeware"), is licensed to you subject to the terms and conditions of the software license agreement accompanying such Freeware whether in the form of a discrete agreement, shrink wrap license or electronic license terms accepted at time of download. Use of the Freeware by you shall be governed entirely by the terms and conditions of such license.

2. UPGRADES. To use a Software Product identified as an upgrade, you must first be licensed for the original Software Product identified by HP as eligible for the upgrade. After upgrading, you may no longer use the original Software Product that formed the basis for your upgrade eligibility.

3. ADDITIONAL SOFTWARE. This EULA applies to updates or supplements to the original Software Product provided by HP unless HP provides other terms along with the update or supplement. In case of a conflict between such terms, the other terms will prevail.

4. TRANSFER.

a. Third Party. The initial user of the Software Product may make a one-time transfer of the Software Product to another end user. Any transfer must include all component parts, media, printed materials, this EULA, and if applicable, the Certificate of Authenticity. The transfer may not be an indirect transfer, such as a consignment. Prior to the transfer, the end user receiving the transferred product must agree to all the EULA terms. Upon transfer of the Software Product, your license is automatically terminated.

b. Restrictions. You may not rent, lease or lend the Software Product or use the Software Product for commercial timesharing or bureau use. You may not sublicense, assign or transfer the license or Software Product except as expressly provided in this EULA.

5. PROPRIETARY RIGHTS. All intellectual property rights in the Software Product and user documentation are owned by HP or its suppliers and are protected by law, including but not limited to United States copyright, trade secret, and trademark law, as well as other applicable laws and international treaty provisions. You shall not remove any product identification, copyright notices or proprietary restrictions from the Software Product.

6. LIMITATION ON REVERSE ENGINEERING. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software Product, except and only to the extent that the right to do so is mandated under applicable law notwithstanding this limitation or it is expressly provided for in this EULA.

7. TERM. This EULA is effective unless terminated or rejected. This EULA will also terminate upon conditions set forth elsewhere in this EULA or if you fail to comply with any term or condition of this EULA.

8. CONSENT TO USE OF DATA. You agree that HP and its affiliates may collect and use technical information you provide in relation to support services related to the Software Product. HP agrees not to use this information in a form that personally identifies you except to the extent necessary to provide such services.

9. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, HP AND ITS SUPPLIERS PROVIDE THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT “AS IS” AND WITH ALL FAULTS, AND HEREBY DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF TITLE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, DUTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND OF LACK OF VIRUSES ALL WITH REGARD TO THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT. Some states/jurisdictions do not allow exclusion of implied warranties or limitations on the duration of implied warranties, so the above disclaimer may not apply to you in its entirety.

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. Notwithstanding any damages that you might incur, the entire liability of HP and any of its suppliers under any provision of this EULA and your exclusive remedy for all of the foregoing shall be limited to the greater of the amount actually paid by you separately for the Software Product or U.S. $5.00. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR CONFIDENTIAL OR OTHER INFORMATION, FOR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, FOR PERSONAL INJURY, FOR LOSS OF PRIVACY ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT, OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PROVISION OF THIS EULA, EVEN IF HP OR ANY SUPPLIER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES AND EVEN IF THE REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. Some states/jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

11. U.S. GOVERNMENT CUSTOMERS. Consistent with FAR 12.211 and 12.212, Commercial Computer Software, Computer Software Documentation, and Technical Data for Commercial Items are licensed to the U.S. Government under HP's standard commercial license.

12. COMPLIANCE WITH EXPORT LAWS. You shall comply with all laws and regulations of the United States and other countries ("Export Laws") to assure that the Software Product is not (1) exported, directly or indirectly, in violation of Export Laws, or (2) used for any purpose prohibited by Export Laws, including, without limitation, nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons proliferation.

13. CAPACITY AND AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT. You represent that you are of the legal age of majority in your state of residence and, if applicable, you are duly authorized by your employer to enter into this contract.

14. APPLICABLE LAW. This EULA is governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A.

15. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This EULA (including any addendum or amendment to this EULA which is included with the HP Product) is the entire agreement between you and HP relating to the Software Product and it supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications, proposals and representations with respect to the Software Product or any other subject matter covered by this EULA. To the extent the terms of any HP policies or programs for support services conflict with the terms of this EULA, the terms of this EULA shall control.

© 2003 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services . Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

Rev. 10/03 356369-001

END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR NTI SOFTWARE

Copyright

The NTI DriveBackup! software and the contents of this associated User Manual are the property of NewTech Infosystems, Inc. (NTI) and are protected by copyright. Any reproduction either in whole or in part is strictly prohibited. For additional copies of the software or this documentation, please contact NTI. Software as well as many other types of works are protected by international copyright laws. Unauthorized copying of those works in any manner may violate the rights of the owner of the copyright in those works and may expose you to civil and criminal penalties.

Trademarks

NTI DriveBackup! is a trademark of NewTech Infosystems, Inc. (NTI). NTI CD-Maker 2000, NTI CD-Maker Pro, NTI CD-Copy, FileCD and Backup NOW! are trademarks of NewTech Infosystems, Inc. (NTI). Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. All product names or trademarks are property of their respective owners. License Use of this Software constitutes your acceptance of these terms and conditions and your agreement to abide by them. You, the original purchaser are granted a non-transferable, non-exclusive personal license to use the software. You may neither transfer the software or otherwise make it available to anyone else, nor may you copy, modify, disassemble, decompile, reverse engineering, revise or enhance the software, electronically transfer, or lease the Software or this manual. You may terminate this agreement at any time by destroying the Software. This agreement will also terminate if you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of this agreement. You agree upon such termination to destroy the Software.

Limited Warranty

NewTech Infosystems warrants for a period of (30) thirty days from the date of delivery that, under normal use and without unauthorized modification, the program performs in substantial compliance with the User Manual and those set forth in NewTech Infosystems, authorized advertising material; that, under normal use, the magnetic media upon which the software is distributed is substantially free from significant defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty claims must be made in writing during the Warranty Period and within seven (7) days of the observation of the defect, accompanied by evidence satisfactory to NewTech Infosystems. If NewTech Infosystems is unable to correct it within 90 days of the date you report the defect, you may return the Software and accompanying materials to NewTech Infosystems distributor from which they were purchased (if not purchased directly from NewTech Infosystems) and shall be shipped by the returning party with freight paid.

EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE, THERE IS NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE PRODUCT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Limit of NewTech Infosystems' Liability

NewTech Infosystems' entire liability for damages to you or any other party for any cause whatsoever, whether in contract or in tort, including negligence, shall not exceed the price you paid for the unit of the software that caused the damages or that are the subject matter of, or are directly related to the cause of action. In no event will NewTech Infosystems be liable for any damages caused by your failure to perform your obligations, or for any loss of data, profits, savings, or any other consequential and incidental damages, even if NewTech Infosystems has been advised of the possibility of damages, or for any claims by you based on any third-party claim.

Termination

Your failure to comply with the terms in this Agreement shall terminate your license and this Agreement.

END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MICROSOFT WINDOWS PREINSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT

IMPORTANT—READ CAREFULLY: This End-User License Agreement (“EULA”) is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or a single entity) and the manufacturer (“Manufacturer”) of the special purpose computing device or software (“SYSTEM”) you acquired which includes certain Microsoft software product(s) installed on or for use with the SYSTEM (“SOFTWARE”). The SOFTWARE includes computer software, and may include associated media, printed materials, and “online” or electronic documentation. Any software provided along with the SOFTWARE that is associated with a separate end-user license agreement or separate terms of use is licensed to you under the terms of that license agreement or terms of use rather than this EULA.

By installing, copying, downloading, accessing or otherwise using the SOFTWARE, you agree to be bound by the terms of this EULA. If you do not agree to the terms of this EULA, Manufacturer and Microsoft Licensing, GP, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited and Microsoft (China) Co. Limited (collectively, “MS”) are unwilling to license the SOFTWARE to you. In such event, you may not use or copy the SOFTWARE, and you should promptly contact Manufacturer for instructions on return of the unused product(s) for a refund in accordance with Manufacturer’s return policies.


SOFTWARE LICENSE

The SOFTWARE is protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold.

  1. GRANT OF LICENSE. This EULA grants you the following rights, provided that you comply with all of the terms and conditions of this EULA:
  2. Software. You may only install, use, access, display and run one (1) copy of the SOFTWARE on the SYSTEM only as a boot, diagnostic, setup, restoration, installation, configuration, test or disaster recovery tool for the Customer System and not for use as a general purpose operating system or as a substitute for an operating system product.
  3. DESCRIPTION OF OTHER RIGHTS AND LIMITATIONS.
    • Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation and Disassembly. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the SOFTWARE, except and only to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation.
    • Single System. The SOFTWARE is licensed for use solely with the SYSTEM.
    • Rental. You may not loan, rent, lease or lend the SOFTWARE.
    • Software Transfer. You may permanently transfer all of your rights under this EULA only as part of a permanent sale or transfer of the SYSTEM, provided you retain no copies, you transfer all of the SOFTWARE (including all component parts, the media, any upgrades or backup copies, this EULA, and if applicable, the Certificate(s) of Authenticity), and the recipient agrees to the terms of this EULA. If the SOFTWARE is an upgrade, any transfer must include all prior versions of the SOFTWARE.
    • Termination. Without prejudice to any other rights, Manufacturer or MS may terminate this EULA if you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of this EULA. In such event, you must destroy all copies of the SOFTWARE and all of its component parts.
    • Single EULA. The package for the SOFTWARE may contain multiple versions of this EULA, such as multiple translations and/or multiple media versions (e.g., in the user documentation and in the software). In this case, you are only licensed to use one (1) copy of the SOFTWARE.
    • Security Feature. The SOFTWARE contains a security feature that will cause the Customer System to reboot without prior notification to the end-user after 24 hours of continuous use. Please take applicable precautions.
    • Export Restrictions. You acknowledge that the SOFTWARE is subject to U.S. export jurisdiction. You agree to comply with all applicable international and national laws that apply to the products, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, as well as end-user, end-use and destination restrictions issued by U.S. and other governments. For additional information, see http://www.microsoft.com/exporting/.
    • Reservation of Rights. Manufacturer, MS and its suppliers (including Microsoft Corporation) reserve all rights not expressly granted to you in this EULA.
  4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS. All title and intellectual property rights in and to the SOFTWARE, the accompanying printed materials, and any copies of the SOFTWARE, are owned by MS or its suppliers (including Microsoft Corporation). The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. All title and intellectual property rights in and to the content that is not contained in the SOFTWARE, but which may be accessed through use of the SOFTWARE is the property of the respective content owner and may be protected by applicable copyright or other intellectual property laws and treaties. This EULA grants you no rights to use such content. If this SOFTWARE contains documentation that is provided only in electronic form, You may print one copy of such electronic documentation. You may not copy the printed materials accompanying the SOFTWARE.
  5. PRODUCT SUPPORT. Product support for the SOFTWARE is not provided by MS, its parent corporation, Microsoft Corporation, or their affiliates or subsidiaries. For product support, please refer to Manufacturer's support number provided in the documentation for the SYSTEM. Should you have any questions concerning this EULA, or if you desire to contact Manufacturer for any other reason, please refer to the address provided in the documentation for the SYSTEM.
  6. LIMITED WARRANTY.
    • Limited Warranty. Manufacturer warrants that the SOFTWARE will perform substantially in accordance with the accompanying written materials for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of receipt. Any implied warranties on the SOFTWARE are limited to ninety (90) days. Some states/jurisdictions do not allow limitations on duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
    • CUSTOMER REMEDIES. Manufacturer’s and its suppliers' entire liability and your exclusive remedy FOR A BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY shall be, at Manufacturer's option, either (a) return of the price paid, or (b) repair or replacement of the SOFTWARE that does not meet the above Limited Warranty and which is returned to Manufacturer with a copy of your receipt. This Limited Warranty is void if failure of the SOFTWARE has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any replacement SOFTWARE will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer.
    • DISCLAIMER OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES. MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY OR CONDITION MADE TO YOU AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES OR SIMILAR OBLIGATIONS (IF ANY) ALLEGED TO BE CREATED BY ADVERTISING, DOCUMENTATION, PACKAGING OR ANYTHING ELSE. EXCEPT FOR MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY AND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL SOFTWARE, HARDWARE, ALL DATA, CONTENT AND SERVICES (IF ANY), AND ANY PROVISION OR USE OF ANY OF THE FOREGOING ARE PROVIDED AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS. REGARDING THE FOREGOING, MANUFACTURER AND ITS SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY (IF ANY) IMPLIED WARRANTIES, DUTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OF RELIABILITY OR AVAILABILITY, OF ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF RESPONSES, OF RESULTS, OF WORKMANLIKE EFFORT, AND OF LACK OF VIRUSES OR NEGLIGENCE. ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, QUIET POSSESSION, CORRESPONDENCE TO DESCRIPTION OR NON-INFRINGEMENT..
    • EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL AND CERTAIN OTHER DAMAGES. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL MANUFACTURER OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF CONFIDENTIAL OR OTHER INFORMATION, LOSS OF PRIVACY, FAILURE TO MEET ANY DUTY (INCLUDING OF GOOD FAITH OR OF REASONABLE CARE), NEGLIGENCE, OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE, OR THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES, OR OTHERWISE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PROVISION OF THIS EULA, EVEN IF MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
    • LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND REMEDIES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY DAMAGES THAT YOU MIGHT INCUR FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL DAMAGES REFERENCED ABOVE AND ALL DIRECT OR GENERAL DAMAGES), MANUFACTURER'S AND ITS SUPPLIERS' ENTIRE LIABILITY UNDER ANY PROVISION OF THIS EULA AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ALL OF THE FOREGOING SHALL BE LIMITED TO ACTUAL DAMAGES INCURRED BY YOU BASED ON REASONABLE RELIANCE UP TO THE GREATER OF THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE SOFTWARE OR U.S.$5.00. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMERS SHALL APPLY TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICALE LAW, EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
  7. U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. All SOFTWARE provided to the U.S. Government pursuant to solicitations issued on or after December 1, 1995 is provided with the commercial rights and restrictions described elsewhere herein. All SOFTWARE provided to the U.S. Government pursuant to solicitations issued prior to December 1, 1995 is provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS as provided for in FAR, 48 CFR 52.227-14 (JUNE 1987) or FAR, 48 CFR 252.227-7013 (OCT 1988), as applicable.

If you acquired this EULA in the United States, this EULA is governed by the laws of the State of Washington.

If you acquired this EULA in Canada, this EULA is governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada. Each of the parties hereto irrevocably attorns to the jurisdiction of the courts of the Province of Ontario and further agrees to commence any litigation which may arise hereunder in the courts located in the Judicial District of York, Province of Ontario.

If this EULA was acquired outside the United States, then local law may apply.

Should you have any questions concerning this EULA, please contact the Manufacturer of your SYSTEM.


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