HP 13 x2 Pro manual Removing the HP Recovery partition, Using HP Recovery media to recover

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IMPORTANT: For tablets, connect to the keyboard dock before beginning these steps (select models only).

1.Press f11 while the computer boots.

– or –

Press and hold f11 as you press the power button.

2.Choose your keyboard layout.

3.Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu.

4.Select Recovery Manager, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Using HP Recovery media to recover

You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if your system does not have an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly.

1.If possible, back up all personal files.

2.Insert the HP Recovery disc you created, and then restart the computer.

NOTE: If the computer does not automatically restart in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. See Changing the computer boot order on page 74.

3.Follow the on-screen instructions.

Changing the computer boot order

If computer does not restart in HP Recovery Manager, you can change the computer boot order, which is the order of devices listed in BIOS where the computer looks for startup information. You can change the selection for an optical drive or a USB flash drive.

To change the boot order:

1.Insert the HP Recovery media you created.

2.Restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f9 for boot options.

3.Select the optical drive or USB flash drive you want to boot from.

4.Follow the on-screen instructions.

Removing the HP Recovery partition

HP Recovery Manager software allows you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard drive space.

IMPORTANT: After you remove the HP Recovery partition, you can no longer use the Windows Refresh option, the Windows option to remove everything and reinstall Windows, or the HP Recovery Manager option. So before you remove the Recovery partition, create HP Recovery media; see Creating HP Recovery media on page 71.

Follow these steps to remove the HP Recovery partition:

1.From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager.

2.Select Remove Recovery Partition, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Vii Maintaining your computer Input power Operating environment Enww Starting right Visit the HP Apps StoreBest practices Fun things to do More HP resources Help and SupportEnww Getting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software informationLocating hardware Locating softwareRight side Component DescriptionLeft side Display Top TouchPadLights Initiating Sleep and Hibernation onButtons Information, see Initiating Sleep and Hibernation onKeys Fn keyBottom Labels Model number select models only Revision number Connecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless buttonSharing data and drives and accessing software Using operating system controlsUsing a Wlan Using an Internet service providerSetting up a Wlan Configuring a wireless router Connecting to a WlanProtecting your Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Enjoying entertainment features Multimedia featuresUsing the webcam Using audio Special featuresConnecting speakers Editing media in Adobe Photoshop LightroomConnecting headphones and microphones Using Beats AudioTesting your audio features Accessing Beats Audio Control PanelUsing video Connecting video devices using an Hdmi cableSetting up Hdmi audio Connecting a digital display device View media in high-resolution display select models only Using the TouchPad and gestures Navigating the screenSelecting and opening Scrolling Pinching/zooming Right-click Rotating Flicking Close an app Edge swipes Display and select a charmReveal and select open apps Display the Customize icon Switch between open apps Using touch screen gestures SelectingScrolling and moving objects Pinching/zooming Access open apps Display the charmsUsing the keyboard and mouse Using the keysUsing the action keys Using the hot keys Icon Key DescriptionUsing voice navigation Windows essential tasksDisplaying the Start button Displaying the Start menuSwitching between open apps Displaying all appsOpening apps Displaying open appsSearching for apps, settings, or files Displaying charmsMoving an app Creating an app groupDownloading apps from the Windows Store Locking the computerUsing Windows shortcut keys Shortcut Key DescriptionTab Managing power Initiating Sleep and HibernationIntel Rapid Start Technology select models only Setting password protection on wakeup Manually initiating and exiting SleepUsing the power meter and power settings Running on battery powerFactory-sealed battery Finding battery informationConserving battery power Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Running on external AC power Troubleshooting power problemsHP CoolSense select models only Shutting down turning off the computer Cleaning your computer Cleaning proceduresMaintaining your computer Updating programs and driversCleaning the display All-in-Ones or Notebooks Cleaning the sides or coverCleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse Traveling with or shipping your computerEnww Using passwords Securing your computer and informationSetting Windows passwords Setting Setup Utility Bios passwordsUsing Internet security software Using antivirus softwareTPM Embedded Security device select models only Installing software updates Securing your wireless networkUsing firewall software Installing critical security updatesUsing an optional security cable lock Backing up your software applications and informationStarting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi Downloading a Bios updateDownloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Diagnostic section, click HP Uefi Support EnvironmentBacking up, restoring, and recovering Creating recovery media and backupsCreating HP Recovery media Restore and recovery Recovering using HP Recovery Manager Using the HP Recovery partition select models onlyWhat you need to know Removing the HP Recovery partition Using HP Recovery media to recoverChanging the computer boot order Specifications Input powerOperating environment Electrostatic Discharge Bios IndexWlan Enww

13 x2 Pro specifications

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