Backing Up, Resetting, And Recovering; Backing Up; Resetting; Recovering - HP Chromebook x360 11 G3 Education Edition Maintenance And Service Manual

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Backing up, resetting, and recovering

Backing up

You can back up your data to an optional USB flash drive or SD memory card or through Google Drive
detailed information about creating a backup, go to http://www.support.google.com.

Resetting

A factory reset erases all the information on your computer hard drive, including all the files in the Downloads
folder. Before you reset, be sure to back up your files to an optional USB flash drive, to an SD memory card,
or through Google Drive. The factory reset won't delete any of your files on Google Drive or an external storage
device.
IMPORTANT:
downloaded files. If possible, back up your files before you reset your computer.
You might want to reset your computer in the following circumstances:
You see the message "Reset this Chrome device."
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You are having problems with your user profile or settings.
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You restarted your computer, and it still doesn't work properly.
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● You want to change the owner of your computer.
To reset your computer:
1. Under the Settings menu, click Advanced.
2. In the Powerwash section, click Powerwash.
3. Click Restart, and then sign in with your Google Account.
NOTE:
account.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to reset your computer.
5. After you complete the reset, you can set up your computer and check to see whether the problem is fixed.

Recovering

When your Chrome OS™ (operating system) isn't working properly, you can perform a recovery. A recovery
reinstalls the operating system and software programs and restores the original factory settings. Locally saved
files and saved networks are deleted for all accounts. Your Google Accounts and any data synced to your Google
Drive are not affected by a system recovery.
IMPORTANT:
files. If possible, back up your files before you recover your computer.
NOTE: For more information about performing a system recovery on your computer, go to
http://www.support.google.com.
Resetting permanently erases everything on your computer hard drive, including your
The account you sign in with after you reset your computer will be recognized as the owner
Recovery permanently erases everything on your computer hard drive, including your downloaded
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