HP C2M17UA#ABA, C7S02UA#ABA, C2L36UA#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.Click Settings.

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

4.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.Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu.

3.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.Click Settings.

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Contents User Guide Software terms Product noticeSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Using the integrated numeric keypad Maintaining your computer Input power Operating environment Page Best practices Starting rightFun things to do More HP resources Resource ContentsLocating hardware Getting to know your computerFinding your hardware and software information FrontInitiating Sleep and Hibernation on Right sideGetting to know your computer Left side Rear Select CyberLink YouCam DisplayTouchPad TopLights Hibernation on Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint readerSound , and then select Beats Audio Control Panel KeysNum lock key Bottom Component LabelsUsing the wireless button Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless controlsUsing operating system controls Using a WlanUsing an Internet service provider Configuring a wireless router Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network LAN Connecting to a wired networkMultimedia Features Enjoying entertainment featuresHardware and Sound , and then select Beats Using the webcamAudio Control Panel Connecting a microphone Using audioConnecting speakers Connecting headphonesChecking the sound Using videoConnecting a VGA monitor or projector Connecting an Hdmi device Configuring audio settings with Hdmi TV Using Intel Wireless Display select models onlyManaging your audio and video files Page Turning the TouchPad off or on Using the TouchPadTapping Using TouchPad gesturesPinching/zooming ScrollingFinger click select models only Rotating select models onlyEdge swipes Flicking select models onlyRight-edge swipe Left-edge swipe Top-edge swipeIcon Key Description Using the keyboard and mouseUsing the keys Using the action keysShortcut Key Description Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keysUsing the hot keys Using the integrated numeric keypadFunction Hot key Description Managing power Intel Rapid Start Technology select models only Initiating Sleep and HibernationInitiating and exiting Sleep Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation Setting password protection on wakeupUsing the power meter and power settings Selecting a power plan Finding battery information Running on battery powerFactory-sealed battery Removing a user-replaceable batteryIdentifying low battery levels Conserving battery powerResolving a low battery level Replacing a user-replaceable battery Running on external AC powerStoring a user-replaceable battery Disposing of a user-replaceable batteryTroubleshooting power problems HP CoolSense select models only Page Shutting down turning off the computer Type Description Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Managing and sharing informationRemoving a USB device Connecting a powered USB deviceInserting and removing a digital storage card Using optical drives Inserting an optical disc Removing an optical disc Select Open Network and Sharing Center Sharing data and drives and accessing softwareImproving performance Maintaining your computerHandling drives Replacing a hard drive Page Using Disk Defragmenter Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models onlyUsing Disk Cleanup Adding or replacing memory modules Page Page Updating programs and drivers Cleaning your computerCleaning the display, sides, and cover Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardTraveling with or shipping your computer Securing your computer and information Computer risk Security featureSetting Windows passwords Using passwordsPassword Function Setting Setup Utility Bios passwords Using the fingerprint readerRegistering fingerprints Using HP SimplePass select models onlySetting up Windows logon Using your registered fingerprint to log on to WindowsUsing antivirus software Using Internet security softwareUsing firewall software Installing HP and third-party software updates Installing software updatesSecuring your wireless network Installing Windows updatesUsing an optional security cable lock Determining the Bios version Using Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsStarting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDownloading a Bios update Using System Diagnostics Backing up, restoring, and recovering See Creating HP Recovery media on Creating recovery media and backupsCreating HP Recovery media Restore and recovery Remove everything and reinstall Windows Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recoveryWhat you need to know Recovering using HP Recovery ManagerUsing HP Recovery media to recover Changing the computer boot order Removing the HP Recovery partitionInput power SpecificationsInput power Rating Operating environment Electrostatic Discharge Index BiosJacks