Using F11 Recovery Tools; Using A Windows 7 Operating System Dvd (Purchased Separately) - HP ProBook 4445s Getting Started Manual

Using f11 recovery tools

CAUTION:
drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently
removed. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that
were installed at the factory. Software not installed at the factory must be reinstalled.
To recover the original hard drive image using f11:
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition: click Start, right-click
Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management.
NOTE:
programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both
purchased separately). For additional information, refer to
DVD (purchased separately) on page
3. If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer, and then press
the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
4. Press f11
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)

To order a Windows 7 operating system DVD, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country
or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also order the DVD by calling technical
support. For contact information, see the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the
computer.
CAUTION:
reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are
permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the
operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities.
To initiate recovery using a Windows 7 operating system DVD:
NOTE: This process takes several minutes.
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Restart the computer, and then insert the Windows 7 operating system DVD into the optical
drive before the Windows operating system loads.
3. When prompted, press any keyboard key.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Click Next.
6. Select Repair your computer.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions.
After the repair is completed:
1. Eject the Windows 7 operating system DVD, and then insert the Driver Recovery disc.
2. Install the Hardware Enabling Drivers first, and then install Recommended Applications.
Using f11 recovery tools completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard
If the HP Recovery partition is not listed, you must recover your operating system and
while the "Press <F11> for recovery" message is displayed on the screen.
Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and
Using a Windows 7 operating system
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