Remove everything and reinstall Windows
Sometimes you want to perform detailed reformatting of your computer, or you want to remove personal information before you give away or recycle your computer. The process described in this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the computer to its original state. This option removes all personal data, apps, and settings from your computer, 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 by using the f11 key or from the Start screen.
To use the f11 key:
1.Press f11 while the computer boots.
– or –
Press and hold f11 as you press the power button.
2.Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu.
3.Select Reset your PC, and follow the
1.On the Start screen, point to the
2.Click Settings.
3.Click Change PC settings in the
4.Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started, and follow the
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager
HP Recovery Manager software allows you to recover the computer to its original factory state. Using the HP Recovery media you created, you can choose from one of the following recovery options:
●System
●Minimized Image
●Factory
The HP Recovery partition (select models only) allows Minimized Image Recovery.
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