HP 900 G1 D3K61UT#ABA, 900 G1 D3H88UT#ABA manual Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery

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NOTE: An external flash drive is required to perform this procedure.

1.If possible, back up all personal files.

2.Shut down the tablet.

3.Connect the external flash drive.

4.Press and hold the volume down button and the power button simultaneously to turn on the tablet and display the Startup menu.

5.Tap F9 Boot Options.

6.Select the external flash drive as the boot device.

7.Restart the tablet.

Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery

When your tablet is not working properly and you need to regain system stability, the Windows Refresh option allows you to start fresh and keep what is important to you.

IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any traditional applications that were not originally installed on the system at the factory.

NOTE: During Refresh, a list of removed traditional applications will be saved so that you have a

quick way to see what you might need to reinstall. See HP Support Assistant for instructions on reinstalling traditional applications. To access HP Support Assistant on the start screen, tap the HP Support Assistant app.

NOTE: You may be prompted for your permission or password when using Refresh. See HP Support Assistant for more information.

To start Refresh:

1.Swipe from the right edge of the touch screen to display the charms, and then tap Settings.

2.Tap Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then tap General from the PC settings screen.

3.Scroll down the right side, and under Refresh your PC without affecting your files, tap Get started.

4.Then follow the on-screen instructions.

Remove everything and reinstall Windows

Sometimes you want to perform detailed reformatting of your tablet, or you want to remove personal information before you give away or recycle your tablet. The process described in this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the tablet to its original state. This option removes all personal data, apps, and settings from your tablet, and reinstalls Windows.

IMPORTANT: This option does not provide backups of your information. Before using this option, back up any personal information you wish to retain.

You can initiate this option on the Start screen.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Multimedia Contacting support Vii Input power Operating environment Welcome Finding information Resources For information aboutTap Warranty and services Getting to know your tablet FrontRear Only. See Locating system information Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices . To access TopChanging your tablets settings BottomLocating system information Changing your tablets viewUpdating the software installed on the tablet Finding your hardware and software informationLocating hardware Locating softwarePage Connecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using a WlanUsing an Internet service provider Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Connecting to a Wlan Protecting your WlanUsing HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting and removing a SIMUsing GPS select models only Using Bluetooth wireless devices Navigating using touch gestures Using touch screen gesturesOne-finger slide TappingScrolling Pinching/stretchingRotating select models only Edge swipesRight-edge swipe Left-edge swipe Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipeUsing the on-screen keyboard Tap Change PC settings, and then tap GeneralUsing the digital pen select models only Page Adjusting the volume Connecting headphonesMultimedia AudioWebcam Tap Hardware and Sound, and then tap SoundPower management Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Shutting down the tabletUsing battery power Using the power meter and power settingsSetting password protection on wakeup Factory-sealed batteryFinding additional battery information Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Maximizing battery discharge timeUsing external AC power Conserving battery powerPage Using digital storage cards External cards and devicesInserting a digital card Removing a digital cardPage Using passwords SecurityProtecting the tablet Using antivirus software Using firewall softwareSetting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in HP Bios SettingsInstalling critical security updates Using HP Client SecurityMaintenance Cleaning your tabletCleaning products Cleaning proceduresUpdating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download Manager Backup and recovery Backing up your informationPerforming a system recovery Using f11 recovery toolsChanging the boot device order Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery Remove everything and reinstall WindowsPerforming a system recovery HP Bios Settings Using HP Bios SettingsStarting HP Bios Settings Bios SettingsUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionSupport Contacting supportSpecifications Input powerOperating environment Traveling with the tablet Electrostatic discharge Bios IndexWlan