HP Ultrabook D7H13UA#ABA manual Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery

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Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery

When your computer is not working properly and you need to regain system stability, the Windows Refresh option allows you to start fresh and keep what is important to you.

IMPORTANT: Refresh removes any traditional applications that were not originally installed on the system at the factory.

NOTE: During Refresh, a list of removed traditional applications will be saved so that you have a quick way to see what you might need to reinstall. See Help and Support for instructions on reinstalling traditional applications. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.

NOTE: You may be prompted for your permission or password when using Refresh. See Windows Help and Support for more information. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.

To start Refresh:

1.On the Start screen, point to the far-right upper or lower corner of the screen to display the charms.

2.Select Settings.

3.Select Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then select General from the PC settings screen.

4.Scroll the right-side choices down to display Refresh your PC without affecting your files.

5.Under Refresh your PC without affecting your files, select Get started, and follow the on- screen instructions.

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.Choose your keyboard layout.

3.Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu.

4.Select Reset your PC, and follow the on-screen instructions. To use the Start screen:

1.On the Start screen, point to the far-right upper or lower corner of the screen to display the charms.

2.Select Settings.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Managing and sharing information Input power Operating environment Index Page Starting right Best practicesFun things to do Resource Contents More HP resourcesGetting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software informationRight side Locating hardwareGetting to know your computer Left side Display Select CyberLink YouCamTop TouchPadLights Technology select models only onButtons and speakers Keys Fn keyBottom LabelsComponent Connecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless buttonUsing a Wlan Using an Internet service providerSetting up a Wlan Configuring a wireless routerProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a wired network Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a Wlan Connecting to a local area network LAN Enjoying entertainment features Enjoying entertainment featuresUsing the webcam Using audioConnecting speakers Using video Connecting headphonesConnecting a headset microphone Checking the soundConnecting an Hdmi device Configuring Hdmi audio settingsUsing Intel Wireless Display select models only Managing your audio and video filesUsing the TouchPad Using TouchPad gesturesTapping Select Synaptics TouchPadScrolling Pinching/zoomingEdge swipes Right-edge swipeTop-edge swipe Using touch screen gestures select models only One-finger slideLeft-edge swipe Tapping Pinch/stretch Edge swipes Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe Using the keyboard and mouse Using the action keysIcon Key Description Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys Shortcut Key DescriptionUsing the hot keys Function Hot key DescriptionManaging power Initiating Sleep and HibernationIntel Rapid Start Technology select models only Setting password protection on wakeup Initiating and exiting SleepEnabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation Using the power meter and power settings Running on battery powerRemoving a user-replaceable battery Installing a user-replaceable battery Finding battery informationConserving battery power Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Storing a user-replaceable batteryRunning on external AC power Disposing of a user-replaceable batteryReplacing a user-replaceable battery Troubleshooting power problems HP CoolSenseShutting down turning off the computer Using a USB device Managing and sharing informationType Description Connecting a USB device Connecting a powered USB deviceRemoving a USB device Inserting and removing a digital storage card Sharing data and drives and accessing software Select Open Network and Sharing CenterUsing HP 3D DriveGuard Using Disk DefragmenterMaintaining your computer Improving performanceCleaning your computer Using Disk CleanupCleaning the display, sides, and cover Updating programs and driversCleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Traveling with or shipping your computerMaintaining your computer Using passwords Computer risk Security featureSecuring your computer and information Using Internet security software Setting Windows passwordsSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Password FunctionInstalling software updates Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Installing Windows updatesSecuring your wireless network Using an optional security cable lockInstalling HP and third-party software updates Backing up your software applications and informationPage Using Setup Utility Bios and System Diagnostics Starting Setup Utility BiosUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Using System Diagnostics Backing up, restoring, and recovering Creating recovery media and backupsCreating HP Recovery media Restore and recovery Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery Remove everything and reinstall WindowsRecovering using HP Recovery Manager What you need to knowRemoving the HP Recovery partition Using HP Recovery media to recoverChanging the computer boot order Specifications Input powerOperating environment Electrostatic Discharge Bios IndexWlan LAN
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