HP tc4400 manual Back up the entire system

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Backup and recovery

5.Click Backup selected files from most common locations (Recommended).

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Click Advanced Backup (Experienced users) to access advanced filtering techniques.

6.Click Next.

7.Follow the on-screen instructions to back up specific files or folders.

This process may take several minutes depending on the file size and speed of the computer.

✎If you are backing up your information onto a disc, you will be prompted to insert a blank disc into the optical drive.

Back up the entire system

When you perform a complete system backup, you are saving the full factory image, including the Windows operating system, software applications, and all personal files and folders.

✎A copy of the entire hard drive image can be stored on another hard drive, on a network drive, or on recovery discs that you create.

To back up the entire system:

1.Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery Manager > HP Backup and Recovery Manager.

The HP Backup and Recovery Manager opens.

2.Click Next.

Getting Started

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Troubleshooting Index Identify required hardware First-time setupComponents 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 Install additional hardware and software Identify and install hardwareNext steps Computer includes software that may be Locate or install softwareProtect the computer Protect the computer from virusesProtect your system files Protect your privacy Protect the computer from power surgesUse the computer safely Connect to a computer network Locate the user guides Update your softwareTurn off the computer correctly Troubleshooting resources TroubleshootingComputer is unable to start up Quick troubleshootingComputer screen is blank Computer is turned on but not responding Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is unusually warm An external device is not working Home wireless network connection is not workingCustomer Care Help and Support CenterContact Customer Care by e-mail or telephone Prepare to contact Customer CareGetting Started Top components Keys Component Pointing devicesFingerprint reader Wireless antennae Front components Rear components Left-side components Right-side components Bottom components Choose an ISP Connect to the Internet from your homeUse the New Connection Wizard Choose the type of Internet connection Safeguard your data Backup and recoveryBack up specific files or folders Back up the systemBack up the entire system Click Next to back up your entire hard drive Back up modifications made to the system Click Expert Mode Click Schedule Backups Schedule backupsRecover the system Create recovery discs recommended Click Factory image recovery discs, and then click Next Performing a recovery from the recovery discs Perform a recoveryBackup and recovery Operating environment SpecificationsRated input power Index Index Index-3 Safety and Comfort Guide 2-5 security cable slot A-8 Index-5