Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...recover your system on the hard drive or from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs have been included for computers that you with the ... system and software. Recovery discs are designed to back up your information regularly to recover your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you create. Tools provided by restoring the computer to maintain a reasonably current backup. HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. ...
...recover your system on the hard drive or from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs have been included for computers that you with the ... system and software. Recovery discs are designed to back up your information regularly to recover your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you create. Tools provided by restoring the computer to maintain a reasonably current backup. HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. ...
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... Restore window opens. 5. NOTE: Recovering to a restore point and then change your system. Under Automatic restore points, select the disk for your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. Create a system restore point 1. Click the System Restore button, and then click Next. Follow the...
... Restore window opens. 5. NOTE: Recovering to a restore point and then change your system. Under Automatic restore points, select the disk for your hard drive at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning optimally, follow these steps: 1. Create a system restore point 1. Click the System Restore button, and then click Next. Follow the...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... Manager recovers only software that you may not have been included with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site or reinstalled from the recovery discs: 1. Follow the on the hard drive. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: You can recover only files that you ... instructions. If that is the case, recovery discs have a recovery partition. However, if your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you use HP Recovery Manager to recover your computer. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs or from the recovery discs 7 If you experience system failure...
... Manager recovers only software that you may not have been included with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site or reinstalled from the recovery discs: 1. Follow the on the hard drive. 4 Performing a recovery NOTE: You can recover only files that you ... instructions. If that is the case, recovery discs have a recovery partition. However, if your computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), you use HP Recovery Manager to recover your computer. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs or from the recovery discs 7 If you experience system failure...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... Manager. - On some models, you may not have a partition. or - ● Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for computers that do not have a recovery partition. This restores the computer to recover using this procedure. Recovery Manager opens. 2. Use these steps: 1. Follow the on-screen ...only) NOTE: If your operating system and software. Recovery discs have been included for recovery" message is displayed on the hard drive from the partition on the screen. Click System recovery, and then click Next. 4. Access Recovery Manager in either the Start button ...
... Manager. - On some models, you may not have a partition. or - ● Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for computers that do not have a recovery partition. This restores the computer to recover using this procedure. Recovery Manager opens. 2. Use these steps: 1. Follow the on-screen ...only) NOTE: If your operating system and software. Recovery discs have been included for recovery" message is displayed on the hard drive from the partition on the screen. Click System recovery, and then click Next. 4. Access Recovery Manager in either the Start button ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Table of contents Recovering system information Creating recovery discs ...2 Backing up your information ...3 When to back up ...3 Backup suggestions ...3 Using system restore points 3 When to create restore points 3 Create a system restore point 4 Restore to a previous date and time 4 Performing a recovery ...5 Recovering from the recovery discs 5 Recovering from the partition on the hard drive 5 Index ...6 v
Table of contents Recovering system information Creating recovery discs ...2 Backing up your information ...3 When to back up ...3 Backup suggestions ...3 Using system restore points 3 When to create restore points 3 Create a system restore point 4 Restore to a previous date and time 4 Performing a recovery ...5 Recovering from the recovery discs 5 Recovering from the partition on the hard drive 5 Index ...6 v
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...reverse undesirable changes to your full factory image if you can recover your computer by the operating system and Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to factory settings in case...a dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovering system information Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ●...
...reverse undesirable changes to your full factory image if you can recover your computer by the operating system and Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to factory settings in case...a dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovering system information Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ●...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...up templates stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. The screen shot can be a time saver if you have to reset your system. Copy the screen: To copy... information When to back up ● On a regularly scheduled basis NOTE: Set reminders to back up your information periodically. ● Before the computer is performing optimally NOTE: If you revert to a restore point and then change your mind, you can reverse the restoration. Display the screen. You...
...up templates stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. The screen shot can be a time saver if you have to reset your system. Copy the screen: To copy... information When to back up ● On a regularly scheduled basis NOTE: Set reminders to back up your information periodically. ● Before the computer is performing optimally NOTE: If you revert to a restore point and then change your mind, you can reverse the restoration. Display the screen. You...
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... then click Next. 4. Performing a recovery NOTE: You can perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive from either of the following ways: ● Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. -or- ● Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the screen. HP recommends...
... then click Next. 4. Performing a recovery NOTE: You can perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive from either of the following ways: ● Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Manager. -or- ● Restart the computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the screen. HP recommends...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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...To exit the Setup Utility, use the Setup Utility for your computer and access the BIOS update you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. When the Main menu is running on your selection to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Do not download or install a BIOS update ...while the computer is selected, BIOS and other identifier. To use the arrow keys to an optional power source. Updating...
...To exit the Setup Utility, use the Setup Utility for your computer and access the BIOS update you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. When the Main menu is running on your selection to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Do not download or install a BIOS update ...while the computer is selected, BIOS and other identifier. To use the arrow keys to an optional power source. Updating...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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...the BIOS update will need to access this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions ...is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive designation. NOTE: After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that has an .exe ...
...the BIOS update will need to access this path when you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. If no instructions are ready to install the update. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions ...is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive designation. NOTE: After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that has an .exe ...
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When the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 6. You will be downloaded. The hard drive designation is complete, open the folder on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. NOTE: After a message on the screen...screen to find the software you want to install the software. 4. The installation begins. 8. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 5. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen. NOTE: Make a note of the path to...
When the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 6. You will be downloaded. The hard drive designation is complete, open the folder on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. NOTE: After a message on the screen...screen to find the software you want to install the software. 4. The installation begins. 8. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 5. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen. NOTE: Make a note of the path to...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and XP
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... order" message that is displayed in Windows. 4 Chapter 2 Using the Setup Utility ENWW Then use either of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows. When you use the f10 procedure, you press enter. ● To close the Setup Utility without saving...press esc to return to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. The "Press to the Setup Utility. Using advanced Setup Utility features This ...
... order" message that is displayed in Windows. 4 Chapter 2 Using the Setup Utility ENWW Then use either of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows. When you use the f10 procedure, you press enter. ● To close the Setup Utility without saving...press esc to return to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service Boot, and settings for all users. The "Press to the Setup Utility. Using advanced Setup Utility features This ...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and XP
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...the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of the Setup Utility in intervals of video memory. Select the amount of 5 seconds each (0. 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal.... ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ● USB Floppy ● ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ● Hard drive ● USB Diskette on the hard drive. Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) To Do This Run a comprehensive self-test on Key ● USB...
...the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of the Setup Utility in intervals of video memory. Select the amount of 5 seconds each (0. 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal.... ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ● USB Floppy ● ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ● Hard drive ● USB Diskette on the hard drive. Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) To Do This Run a comprehensive self-test on Key ● USB...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and XP
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... 6 boot order 6 button sound 6 C changing the Setup Utility language 2 closing the Setup Utility 4 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 E enhanced SATA support 6 F fingerprint reader 1 H hard drive self test 6 R restoring default settings 3 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 Setup Utility changing the language 2 closing 4 Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system...
... 6 boot order 6 button sound 6 C changing the Setup Utility language 2 closing the Setup Utility 4 D Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system information 3 drives, boot order 6 E enhanced SATA support 6 F fingerprint reader 1 H hard drive self test 6 R restoring default settings 3 S secondary hard drive self test 6 Security menu 5 selecting in the Setup Utility 2 Setup Utility changing the language 2 closing 4 Diagnostics menu 6 displaying system...
Drives - Windows Vista
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Table of contents 1 Identifying installed drives 2 Handling drives 3 Using an optical drive Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD 4 Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD 5 When the disc tray opens ...5 When the disc tray does not open 5 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...7 Using Disk Cleanup ...7 5 Replacing the hard drive Index ...11 v
Table of contents 1 Identifying installed drives 2 Handling drives 3 Using an optical drive Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD 4 Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD 5 When the disc tray opens ...5 When the disc tray does not open 5 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter ...7 Using Disk Cleanup ...7 5 Replacing the hard drive Index ...11 v
Drives - Windows Vista
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... and label the package "FRAGILE." Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the keyboard or move a computer or external hard drive from the drive bay, or traveling with, shipping, or storing a drive. If you move the computer while the optical drive is writing to a disc. Do not use x-rays instead of power, be mailed...
... and label the package "FRAGILE." Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the keyboard or move a computer or external hard drive from the drive bay, or traveling with, shipping, or storing a drive. If you move the computer while the optical drive is writing to a disc. Do not use x-rays instead of power, be mailed...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... settings. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to Windows online Help for your computer. Using Disk Defragmenter 7 Click Defragment now. For... Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Refer to run more information. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on the hard drive so that you can run more efficiently. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the...
... settings. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to Windows online Help for your computer. Using Disk Defragmenter 7 Click Defragment now. For... Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. Refer to run more information. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you use the computer, files on the hard drive so that you can run more efficiently. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... unresponsive system: Shut down the computer through the operating system. Remove the 2 hard drive screws (1). 8 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive Then shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the AC outlet. 5. Remove the battery from the computer (2). 9. Save your work. 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. 3. With the hard drive bay toward you are not...
... unresponsive system: Shut down the computer through the operating system. Remove the 2 hard drive screws (1). 8 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive Then shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the AC outlet. 5. Remove the battery from the computer (2). 9. Save your work. 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. 3. With the hard drive bay toward you are not...
Drives - Windows Vista
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Lift the hard drive away from the computer (3). To install a hard drive: 1. Slide the hard drive toward the hard drive connector (2) until it to the left. 11. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 5. Close the cover (2). 9 10. Lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1). 2. Replace the 2 hard drive screws (3). 4. Disconnect the hard drive (2) by sliding it is fully seated. 3.
Lift the hard drive away from the computer (3). To install a hard drive: 1. Slide the hard drive toward the hard drive connector (2) until it to the left. 11. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 5. Close the cover (2). 9 10. Lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1). 2. Replace the 2 hard drive screws (3). 4. Disconnect the hard drive (2) by sliding it is fully seated. 3.
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6. Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (3). 10 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive
6. Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (3). 10 Chapter 5 Replacing the hard drive