Performing A Recovery; Recovering Your Information; Recovering The Operating System And Programs - HP 1035nr - Mini - Atom 1.6 GHz User Manual

Performing a recovery

In case of system failure or instability, the device provides the following ways to recover your files:
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Windows recovery tools: You can use the Windows Backup utility to recover information you have
previously backed up.
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Operating System and Driver Recovery discs (included with your device): You can use the discs
to recover your operating system and programs installed at the factory.

Recovering your information

To recover information you previously backed up, follow these steps:
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup.
The Backup or Restore Wizard opens.
3. Click Next.
4. Click Restore files and settings, and then click Next.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Recovering the operating system and programs

In case of system failure or instability, use the Operating System and Driver Recovery discs included
with your device to recover your operating system and programs installed at the factory.
CAUTION:
created and any software installed on the device are permanently removed. The recovery process
reinstalls the original operating system, software, and drivers. Software, drivers, and updates not
installed by HP must be manually reinstalled.
NOTE: To perform a recovery with the recovery discs, you will need an external optical drive
(purchased separately).
NOTE: The recovery process will take several hours to complete.
To recover your operating system and programs, follow these steps:
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Change the boot order by turning on or restarting the device, and then pressing
Change Boot Device Order" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
3. Use the arrow keys to select the USB optical drive, and then press enter.
4. When the confirmation prompt is displayed, press enter.
5. Insert the Operating System disc into an external optical drive (purchased separately).
6. Shut down the device.
7. Turn on the device.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the operating system.
The recovery process reformats and completely erases the hard drive. All files you have
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