Repairing The Operating System - HP Compaq Series Hardware And Software Manual

To restore the notebook to a previous date and time when it was
functioning optimally:
1. Select Start > Help and Support > System Restore.(The
System Restore window opens.)
2. Follow the on-screen directions for restoring the notebook.

Repairing the Operating System

To attempt an operating system repair without deleting your
personal data, use the Operating System disc that was shipped
with the notebook:
1. Connect the notebook to external power and turn on the
notebook.
2. Immediately insert the Operating System disc into the
notebook.
3. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn off the
notebook.
4. Press the power button again to start the notebook.
5. When prompted, press any key to boot from the disc. (After a
few minutes, the Welcome to Setup screen is displayed.)
6. Press
displayed.)
7. Press
window is displayed.)
8. Press
repair process begins. This process may take 1–2 hours to
complete. The notebook restarts in Windows after the process
is complete.)
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to continue. (A Licensing Agreement screen is
enter
to accept the agreement and continue. (The Setup
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to repair the selected Windows installation. (The
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