HP 2 Base Model manual Backing up your information

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Backing up your information

Recovery after a system failure is as good as your most recent backup. You should create system repair discs by using an optional external optical drive (purchased separately) and your initial backup immediately after software 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. The system repair discs (select models only) are used to start up (boot) the Slate and repair the operating system in case of system instability or failure. Your initial and subsequent backups allow you to restore your data and settings if a failure occurs.

You can back up your information to an optional external drive, a network drive, or discs.

Note the following when backing up:

●Store personal files in the Documents library, and back it up regularly.

●Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs.

●Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.

●When backing up to discs, use any of the following types of discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, or DVD±RW. The discs you use will depend on the type of external optical drive you are using.

NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduces the number of recovery discs required.

●When backing up to discs, number each disc before inserting it into the external drive. To create a backup using Backup and Restore:

NOTE: Be sure that the Slate is connected to AC power before you start the backup process.

NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the Slate.

1.Tap Start, tap All Programs, tap Maintenance, and then tap Backup and Restore.

2.Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your backup, create a system image (select models only), or create a system repair disc (select models only).

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Multimedia Using Disk Defragmenter Using Disk Cleanup Viii Input power Operating environment Page Welcome Finding information Resources For information aboutLimited Warranty ResourcesGetting to know your Slate Using the touch screenChanging the view Landscape view Portrait view Tapping Adjusting the screen brightnessFlicking Dragging ScrollingRotating PinchingSetting touch screen preferences Using the on-screen keyboard On-screen keyboard optionsUsing the Swype keyboard Using the digital pen select models only Updating the software installed on the Slate Identifying the software on the SlateKnowing the parts Top edgeBottom edge Component DescriptionRight edge Then tap Power OptionsTap Control Panel , tap System and Security , Wlan Left edge Opening the label trayDisplay RearUsing an Internet service provider ISP Networking select models onlyConnecting to a wireless network Connecting to an existing WlanSetting up a new Wlan network Configuring a wireless routerProtecting your Wlan Roaming to another networkCreating a wireless connection Identifying wireless and network status iconsTurning wireless devices on or off Icon Name DescriptionUsing HP Connection Manager select models only Using operating system controlsUsing Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Using GPS select models onlyBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIM Removing a SIMMultimedia Identifying your multimedia componentsAdjusting the volume AudioChecking audio functions on the Slate Tap Hardware and Sound, and then tap SoundUsing HP Slate Camera CamerasHP Slate Camera IconDescriptionMultimedia Power management Shutting down the SlateUsing power-saving states Setting power optionsInitiating and exiting Sleep Using the power meter Initiating and exiting HibernationUsing power plans Viewing the current power planSelecting a different power plan Customizing power plansSetting password protection on wakeup Using battery power Displaying the remaining battery chargeMaximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsConserving battery power Resolving a low battery levelUsing external AC power Protecting the Slate from power surgesUsing Disk Cleanup Using Disk DefragmenterDrives External cards and devices Using Media Card Reader cards select models onlyInserting a digital card Removing a digital card Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceRemoving a USB device Using optional external devices Using optional external drivesDocking the Slate to the HP Slate Dock select models only Keeping your Slate safe Slate risk Security featureSecuring your Slate and information Setting Windows passwords Using passwordsPassword Function Setting Setup Utility Bios passwords BiosUsing antivirus software Using firewall softwareInstalling software updates Managing Internet privacySecuring your wireless network Installing Windows security updatesInstalling HP and third-party software updates Backing up your software applications and informationBackup and recovery Backing up your information Performing a system recovery Using the Windows recovery toolsUsing a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separately Select Repair your computerMaintenance Cleaning your SlateCleaning products Cleaning proceduresCleaning the sides and cover Cleaning a tablet PC pen and pen holder select models onlyUpdating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download Manager Using Setup Utility Bios Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsStarting Setup Utility Using Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Displaying system informationRestoring factory settings in Setup Utility Exiting Setup UtilityUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Tap Start, tap Help and Support, and then tap MaintainBios Setup Menu Diagnostics menuMain menu Security menuSystem Configuration menu Using System Diagnostics Traveling with the Slate Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic discharge Input power SpecificationsOperating environment Bios IndexPasswords Wlan

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