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Note the following guidelines before creating recovery discs:

You will need high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, BD-R (writable Blu-ray), or CD-R discs. All these discs are purchased separately. DVDs and BDs have a much higher capacity than CDs. If you use CDs, up to 20 discs may be required, whereas only a few DVDs or BDs are required.

NOTE: Read-write discs, such as CD-RW, DVD±RW, double-layer DVD±RW, and BD-RE (rewritable Blu-ray) discs, are not compatible with the Recovery Manager software.

The computer must be connected to AC power during this process.

Only one set of recovery discs can be created per computer.

Number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive.

If necessary, you can exit the program before you have finished creating the recovery discs. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you will be prompted to continue the disc creation process.

To create a set of recovery discs:

1.Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Disc Creation.

2.Follow the on-screen instructions.

Backing up your information

As you add new software and data files, you should back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. Back up your system at the following times:

At regularly scheduled times

NOTE: Set reminders to back up your information periodically.

Before the computer is repaired or restored

Before you add or modify hardware or software Note the following when backing up:

Create system restore points using the Windows® System Restore feature, and periodically copy them to disc.

Store personal files in the Documents library and back up this folder periodically.

Back up templates stored in their associated programs.

Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.

To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing document, follow these steps:

1.Display the screen.

2.Copy the screen:

To copy only the active window, press alt+prt sc. To copy the entire screen, press prt sc.

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Contents HP Envy 13 User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Power management Drives and external devices Appendix B Backup and recovery Page TouchPad Identifying hardwareComponents Top componentsDescription TouchPad buttonsComponent Description LightsButton Keys Front componentsLeft-side components Right-side componentsBottom components Display components Wireless antennasAdditional hardware components Labels Using HP QuickWeb software select models only Wireless and local area network Using wireless devicesIdentifying wireless and network status icons Using the wireless key Using the wireless controlsUsing a Wlan Using Wireless Assistant softwareUsing operating system controls Protecting your Wlan Setting up a WlanUse a wireless transmitter with built-in security Connecting to a WlanRoaming to another network Using the Voodoo Power Adapter select models onlyIdentifying the adapter components Connecting the adapterTroubleshooting the Voodoo Power Adapter Cannot connect to a preferred network Using Bluetooth wireless devicesTroubleshooting wireless connection problems Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSCurrent Wlan network security codes are unavailable Network icon for Wlan is not displayedConnecting to a local area network LAN Cannot connect to the wireless routerWlan connection is very weak Using TouchPad gestures Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Using the TouchPadScrolling Icon Description Using the action keysUsing the hotkeys Hotkey Description Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardPage Multimedia features Adjusting the volumeMultimedia Multimedia software Using the media activity keysUsing HP MediaSmart software Using multimedia softwareInstalling multimedia software from a disc Connecting external audio devices AudioChecking your audio functions Select Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Using Beats AudioConnecting an external monitor or projector VideoIdentifying Beats Audio icons Connecting an Hdmi device Webcam Configuring audio for HdmiWebcam tips Adjusting webcam propertiesPage Initiating and exiting Sleep Power managementSetting power devices Using power-saving statesConserving power Using the battery meterInitiating and exiting Hibernation Customizing power plans Using power plansViewing the current power plan Selecting a different power planSetting password protection on wakeup Using external AC powerConnecting AC power Using battery power Testing an AC adapterIdentifying batteries Removing or inserting the primary battery Finding battery information in Help and SupportUsing Battery Check Displaying the remaining battery chargeCharging a battery Maximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Page Resolving a low battery level Using the accessory battery select models onlyInserting or removing an accessory battery Identifying the accessory battery componentsPage Battery charging and discharging sequence Calibrating a batteryShutting down the computer Storing a batteryDisposing of a used battery Replacing the batteryClick Shut down Handling drives Identifying installed drivesDrives and external devices DrivesIdentifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Using Disk CleanupUsing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Managing power with a parked hard driveUsing external drives Using the external optical drive select models onlyConnecting optional external drives Sharing optical drives Removing an optical disc when the disc tray will not openUsing a USB device Connecting a USB deviceExternal devices Removing a USB device Using Digital Media Slot cardsRemoving a digital card Inserting a digital cardPull the digital card from the slot External devices Using passwords SecurityProtecting the computer Setting passwords in Setup Utility Setting passwords in WindowsManaging an administrator password Administrator passwordPower-on password Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Installing critical security updatesInstalling an optional security cable Page Changing the language of Setup Utility Setup Utility BiosStarting Setup Utility Using Setup UtilityNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Restoring default settings in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Main menu Setup Utility MenusExiting Setup Utility System Configuration menuUpdating the Bios Diagnostics menuUpdating the Bios Downloading a Bios update Determining the Bios versionPage Creating recovery discs Backup and recoveryBacking up your information Create a system restore point Using Windows Backup and RestoreUsing system restore points When to create restore pointsPerforming a recovery Recovering from the recovery discsRestore to a previous date and time Click System Recovery in the Recovery Manager window USB IndexWlan Hdmi