HP x2 1011 G1 (Windows 8.1) manual Backup and recovery, Backing up your information

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10 Backup and recovery

To protect your information, use Windows backup and restore utilities to back up individual files and folders, back up your entire hard drive, create system repair media (select models only) by using the installed optical drive (select models only) or an optional external optical drive, or create system restore points. In case of system failure, you can use the backup files to restore the contents of your computer.

From the Start screen, type restore, click Settings, and then select from the list of displayed options.

NOTE: For detailed instructions on various backup and restore options, perform a search for these topics in Windows Help and Support.

In case of system instability, HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and save them for later use.

NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. For more information, see Windows Help and Support.

Backing up your information

Recovery after a system failure is as good as your most recent backup. You should create system repair media and your initial backup immediately after initial system setup. As you add new software and data files, you should continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup.

For more information on the Windows backup features, see Windows Help and Support.

Performing a system recovery

In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following tools to recover your files:

●Windows recovery tools: You can use Windows Backup and Restore to recover information you have previously backed up. You can also use Windows Automatic Repair to fix problems that might prevent Windows from starting correctly.

●f11 recovery tools: You can use the f11 recovery tools to recover your original hard drive image. The image includes the Windows operating system and software programs installed at the factory.

NOTE: If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer and you cannot use the system repair media you previously created (select models only), you must purchase Windows operating system media to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. For additional information, see Using Windows operating system media (purchased separately) on page 73.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Using an optional external numeric keypad Identifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery level Security Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Index Welcome Resources For information about Finding informationFinding information Tablet edge components Getting to know your computerTablet edge components States on Display DisplayUser Guides Top KeyboardModels only on TouchPadLights Esc key KeysRight USB device on Left Releasing the tablet from the keyboard Adjusting your tablet’s autorotate lock Changing your tablet’s settingsAdjusting your tablet’s screen brightness Changing your tablet’s viewConnecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using a Wlan Using Intel Wireless Gigabit Dock ManagerUsing the wireless button Using operating system controlsUsing an Internet service provider Setting up a Wlan Configuring a wireless routerProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting and removing a SIM Using GPS select models onlyUsing the Wireless Dock WiDock Using Bluetooth wireless devicesConnecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network LAN Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the TouchPad and gestures Tapping Scrolling Finger pinch zoom Rotating select models only Finger clickFlicking select models only Right-edge swipe Edge swipes select models onlyLeft-edge swipe Using the digitizer pen select models only Using touch screen gesturesSetting touch screen preferences Identifying the pen componentsUsing the keyboard Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypadConnecting speakers Using the media activity controlsMultimedia AudioAdjusting the volume Connecting headphones and 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Windows recovery tools Using Windows operating system media purchased separately Using f11 recovery toolsUsing HP Software Setup Using Windows Refresh or Windows ResetUsing Computer Setup Starting Computer SetupNavigating and selecting in Computer Setup Select Main Restore Defaults Restoring factory settings in Computer SetupUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Using MultiBoot About the boot device orderSynchronizing the tablet and keyboard Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup Choosing MultiBoot preferencesDynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt Setting a MultiBoot Express promptEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UefiPage Contacting support SupportLabels Specifications Input powerOperating environment Traveling with the computer Troubleshooting resources TroubleshootingResolving issues Computer is unable to start upSoftware is 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