Before Performing A Recovery; Performing A Full Recovery - HP Workstation x1100 Getting Started Manual

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hp recovery CD-ROM

before performing a recovery

Before performing a recovery, upgrade or downgrade, you should make a
checklist for each type of function. You will need the Administrator
password to make any changes to the Setup program.Make a note of any
changes.
• The workstation model must match the HP Workstation Recovery
CD-ROM and HP Workstations Drivers and Diagnostics CD-ROM
(the HP Workstation Recovery CD-ROM is locked to a specific
workstation model). Note that both of these CD-ROMs are required
for recovery.
• Backup all data files and, if necessary, software applications.
• Upgrading to the latest BIOS version before performing a recovery is
recommended.
• Setup program settings: Clear any BIOS-level passwords. In the
Security menu, set all Hardware Protection items to "Enabled" or
"Unlocked" (if applicable). Check also that Booting from the CD-ROM
is enabled; in the Boot menu, the CD-ROM drive is configured to boot
before the hard disk drive in the Boot Device Priority List.

performing a full recovery

Depending on the hardware configuration, a full system recovery should
take from 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Remember, this procedure will erase everything from the hard
disk drive (primary partition, if defined). Ensure that all data
files and software applications have been saved.
1. Shutdown the operating system and switch off your workstation.
2. Remove any non-standard components that were added after you
received the workstation to restore it to its original factory
configuration.
3. Insert the HP Workstation Recovery CD-ROM into the CD-ROM
drive and start the workstation.
4. Press the key and select the CD-ROM to boot first.
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