HP EliteBook 8440W Maintenance And Service Manual page 132

Backup and recovery
Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)
If you are unable to startup your computer, you must purchase a Windows Vista operating system DVD to restart
the computer and repair the operating system. Be sure that your most recent backup (stored on discs or on an
external drive) is easily accessible. To order a Windows Vista operating system DVD, go to
http://www.hp.com/support
DVD by calling technical support. For contact information, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet
included with the computer.
CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive.
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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 Vista operating system DVD, follow these steps:
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This process takes several minutes.
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Restart the computer, and then insert the Windows Vista 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.
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, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also order the
Maintenance and Service Guide