System Restore; System Recovery; System Recovery When Windows Is Responding - HP EliteDesk 800 G2 Desktop Mini Maintenance And Service Manual

1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your backup.

System Restore

If you have a problem that might be due to software that you installed on your computer, or if you want to
restore the system to a previous state without losing any personal information, use System Restore to return
the computer to a previous restore point.
NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you use the System Recovery feature.
To start System Restore:
1. Close all open programs.
2. Click the Start button, right-click Computer, and then click Properties.
3. Click System protection, System Restore, click Next, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

System Recovery

WARNING!
all user information so you can restore it after recovery.
System Recovery completely erases and reformats the hard disk drive, deleting all data files that you have
created, and then reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. However, you must reinstall any
software that was not installed on the computer at the factory. This includes software that came on media
included in the computer accessory box, and any software programs you installed after purchase. Any
personal files must be restored from backups you made.
If you were not able to create system recovery DVDs or USB flash drive, you can order a recovery disc set from
support. Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen
instructions.
NOTE: Always use the System Restore procedure before you use the System Recovery program. See
Restore on page
You must choose one of the following methods to perform a System Recovery:
● Recovery image — Run System Recovery from a recovery image stored on your hard disk drive. The
recovery image is a file that contains a copy of the original factory-shipped software. To perform a
System Recovery from a recovery image, see
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Recovery media — Run System Recovery from recovery media that you have created from files stored
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on your hard disk drive or purchased separately. See
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System Recovery when Windows is responding

CAUTION: System Recovery deletes all data and programs you created or installed. Before you begin, back
up any important data to a CD or DVD or to a USB flash drive.
NOTE: In some cases, you must use recovery media for this procedure. If you have not already created this
media, follow the instructions in
If the computer is working and Windows 7 is responding, use these steps to perform a System Recovery:
This procedure will delete all user information. To prevent loss of information, be sure to back up
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