Software Updates - HP Notebook Reference Manual

Contents
Updating Software......................................................................... 9-2
Preparing for a Software Update............................ ............. 9-2
Downloading and Installing an Update .......................... 9-4
Backing Up and Restoring Data ....................................... 9-7
Setting a System Restore Point .................................... 9-7
Restoring to a System Restore Point ............................. 9-7
Repairing or Reinstalling the Operating System ..................... 9-8
Repairing the Operating System .................................. 9-8
Reinstalling the Operating System .............................. 9-9
Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other
Software ............................................................ 9-10
Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System ............... 9-11
Using the Setup Utility ................................................ 9-11
Opening the Setup Utility ........................................ 9-11
Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility...................9-12
Restoring Setup Utility Default Settings ....................... 9-12
Exiting the Setup Utility .......................................... 9-12
Using the Support Utilities ............................................ 9-13
Using the Help and Support Window ........................... 9-13
Using Support Telephone Numbers ............................ 9-14
Startup and Reference Guide--Part 2
Restorations and Utilities

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