HP 6570b manual Using f11 recovery tools

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CAUTION: Using Startup Repair completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery.

1.If possible, back up all personal files.

2.If possible, check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition. To check for the Windows partition, select Start > Computer.

To check for the HP Recovery partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management.

NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition has been deleted, the f11 restore option will not function. You must recover your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately) if the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are not listed. For additional information, see Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) on page 50.

3.If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are listed, restart the computer, and then press f8 before the Windows operating system loads.

4.Select Startup Repair.

5.Follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE: For additional information on recovering information using the Windows tools, perform a search for these topics in Help and Support.

Using f11 recovery tools

CAUTION: Using f11 recovery tools completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Software not installed at the factory must be reinstalled.

To recover the original hard drive image using f11:

1.If possible, back up all personal files.

2.If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition: click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management.

NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is not listed, you must recover your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). For additional information, see Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) on page 50.

3.If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

4.Press f11 while the “Press <F11> for recovery” message is displayed on the screen.

5.Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Contents Getting Started Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Maintenance Contacting support Labels Viii Welcome Resources For information about Finding informationFinding information Getting to know your computer TopTouchPad Top Lights Buttons and fingerprint reader select models only Security Power OptionsGetting to know your computer Esc key KeysFront Right Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental NoticesSdxc LeftLeft Rear Communication and Chat HP Webcam DisplayTo use the webcam, select Start All Programs HP Bottom BottomGetting to know your computer Networking Using an Internet service provider ISP Connecting to a wireless networkConnecting to an existing Wlan Setting up a new Wlan network Configuring a wireless router Using the keyboard Keyboard and pointing devicesIdentifying the hot keys Keyboard and pointing devices Using the integrated numeric keypad Using keypadsUsing an optional external numeric keypad Setting pointing device preferences Using pointing devicesUsing the pointing stick select models only Using the TouchPadTurning the TouchPad off and on Selecting Scrolling Rotating Inserting or removing the battery MaintenancePage Removing or replacing the service door Removing the service doorReplacing the service door Insert the battery see Inserting or removing the battery on Installing a hard drive Replacing or upgrading the hard driveRemoving the hard drive Replacing a hard drive Replacing a drive in the upgrade bayPage Replacing an optical drive Page Adding or replacing memory modules Page Updating programs and drivers Cleaning your computer Cleaning productsCleaning procedures Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Backup and recovery Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator Creating recovery mediaBacking up your information Using the Windows recovery tools Performing a system recoveryUsing f11 recovery tools Select Repair your computer Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separatelyContacting support SupportComponent LabelsInput power SpecificationsOperating environment Index Symbols/NumericsLabels Wlan
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