Creating A Restore Image On A Usb Device; Restoring The Original Factory State - HP Computer User Manual

Creating a restore image on a USB device

NOTE: Be sure AC power is connected to the computer before you begin this procedure.
You can use Recovery Media Creator or the restore creation software to create a system restore
image on a USB device. Verify the exact amount of free space on your storage device before you
begin the creation process. For most models, you will need at least 4GB of free space on the USB
device. However, depending on the drivers and software installed on your computer, you may need
slightly more than 4 GB of space. HP recommends that you use an 8 GB USB device or above for
best results.
IMPORTANT:
starting this procedure.
To create a restore USB device using the Recovery Media Creator:
1. Click the Dash Home icon at the far left of the top panel, and then enter recovery in the Search
box. Select Recovery Media Creator.
2. On the Please choose media type window, click the USB icon.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
To create a restore USB device using restore creation software:
1. Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then click System Settings >
Backup.
2. Select Storage from the panel on the left side of the window, click the down-arrow next to
Backup Location, select the Local Folder, and then click the Choose Folder button. Select the
USB device from the panel on the left side of the window, and click OK.
3. Select Overview from the panel on the left side of the window, and then click Backup Now.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Restoring the original factory state

NOTE: Be sure AC power is connected to the computer before you begin this procedure.
To use the restore image on DVDs or a USB device to restore your computer to the original factory
state:
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Shut down the computer.
3. Be sure the first restore DVD or USB device is connected to the computer.
4. Restart the computer.
5. When system boots, press
6. Click Restore entire hard drive, and then click Continue.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer, and you did not create a system recovery
disc, you must purchase an
additional information, refer to the
44 Chapter 10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering
Remember to insert your USB device into the USB port on the computer before
F9 to enter boot device selection and select DVD drive.
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