HP tc4400 manual Create recovery discs recommended

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First-time setup

Step 5: Create recovery discs (recommended)

After setting up the computer for the first time, you can create a set of recovery discs of your full factory image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The recovery discs are used to start up (boot) the computer and restore the operating system and software applications to factory settings in case of system failure or instability.

Refer to Appendix C, “Backup and recovery,” for detailed instructions.

Getting Started

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Troubleshooting Index First-time setup Identify required hardwareComponents Set up the computer Insert the battery pack Connect the computer to external power Turn on the computer First-time setup Set up the software Create recovery discs recommended Next steps Install additional hardware and softwareIdentify and install hardware Locate or install software Computer includes software that may beProtect your system files Protect the computerProtect the computer from viruses Protect the computer from power surges Protect your privacyUse the computer safely Connect to a computer network Update your software Locate the user guidesTurn off the computer correctly Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resourcesQuick troubleshooting Computer is unable to start upComputer screen is blank Software is functioning abnormally Computer is turned on but not respondingComputer is unusually warm Home wireless network connection is not working An external device is not workingHelp and Support Center Customer CarePrepare to contact Customer Care Contact Customer Care by e-mail or telephoneGetting Started Top components Keys Pointing devices ComponentFingerprint reader Wireless antennae Front components Rear components Left-side components Right-side components Bottom components Connect to the Internet from your home Choose an ISPUse the New Connection Wizard Choose the type of Internet connection Backup and recovery Safeguard your dataBack up the system Back up specific files or foldersBack up the entire system Click Next to back up your entire hard drive Back up modifications made to the system Schedule backups Click Expert Mode Click Schedule BackupsRecover the system Create recovery discs recommended Click Factory image recovery discs, and then click Next Perform a recovery Performing a recovery from the recovery discsBackup and recovery Specifications Operating environmentRated input power Index Index Index-3 Safety and Comfort Guide 2-5 security cable slot A-8 Index-5