Repairing The Operating System - HP Compaq NC4010 Software Manual

To restore the notebook to a previous date and time when it was
functioning optimally:
1. Select Start > Help and Support > Tools > System Restore.
2. Follow the on-screen directions for restoring the notebook.

Repairing the Operating System

To attempt an operating system repair without deleting your
personal data, use the Operating System CD that was shipped
with the notebook:
1. Connect the notebook to external power and turn on the
notebook.
2. Immediately insert the Operating System CD into the
notebook.
3. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn off the
notebook.
4. Press the power button again to start the notebook.
5. When prompted, press any key to boot from the CD. After a
few minutes, the Welcome to Setup screen is displayed.
6. Press
displayed.
7. Press
window is displayed.
8. Press
process begins. This process might take 1 to 2 hours to
complete. The notebook restarts in Windows after the process
is complete.
Software Guide
to continue. A Licensing Agreement screen is
enter
to accept the agreement and continue. The Setup
F8
to repair the selected Windows installation. The repair
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Software Updates and Restorations
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