Setting Up, Backing Up, Restoring, And Recovering Windows 8; Supplementary Information; Setting Up The Windows 8 Operating System - HP Z1 G2 User Manual

5 Setting up, backing up, restoring, and
recovering Windows 8
This chapter provides setup and update information for the Windows 8 operating system. It includes
these topics:
Setting up the Windows 8 operating system on page 34
Backing up, restoring, and recovering Windows 8
on page 35
CAUTION:
operating system is successfully installed. Adding hardware might cause errors and prevent the
operating system from installing correctly.
NOTE: After you set up the operating system, be sure that the latest BIOS, drivers, and software
updates are installed on the workstation. Refer to the chapter on updating the workstation.

Supplementary information

Additional information is available in Help and Support after you customize the operating system. To
learn more about Windows 8, review the
guide provides information on common tasks using the touchscreen or the keyboard.

Setting up the Windows 8 operating system

The first time you turn on the computer you can customize the operating system. When you are
connected to the Internet, Microsoft activates your operating system. This process takes about 15 to
30 minutes. Carefully read and follow the instructions on the screen.
We recommend that you register your computer with HP, so you can receive important software
updates, request support, and sign up for special offers.
CAUTION:
THE PROCESS IS COMPLETE. Turning off the computer during this process may damage the
software that runs the computer or prevent its proper installation.
NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your
computer. You may be prompted by User Account Control for your permission or password when you
perform certain tasks. To continue a task, select the appropriate option. For information about User
Account Control, see Help and Support: from the Start screen type help and then select Help and
Support.
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Topics
Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to the HP workstation until the
After the initial setup process has begun, DO NOT TURN OFF THE COMPUTER UNTIL
Windows Basics guide included with your computer. The