HP 8440P Using f11 recovery tools, Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separately

Page 144

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 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. Personal files must be restored from a backup.

To recover the original hard drive image using f11, follow these steps:

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, refer to the “Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)” section in this guide.

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.

Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)

If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer and you cannot use the system repair discs you previously created (select models only), you must purchase a Windows 7 operating system DVD to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. Be sure that your most recent backup (stored on discs or on an external drive) is easily accessible. To order a Windows 7 operating system DVD, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also order the DVD by calling technical support. For contact information, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer.

CAUTION: Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD 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 helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities.

To initiate recovery using a Windows 7 operating system DVD, follow these steps:

NOTE: This process takes several minutes.

1.If possible, back up all personal files.

2.Restart the computer, and then insert the Windows 7 operating system DVD into the optical drive before the Windows operating system loads.

3.When prompted, press any keyboard key.

4.Follow the on-screen instructions.

5.Click Next.

132 Chapter 12 Backup and recovery

Page 143 Page 145
Image 144
Page 143 Page 145
Contents HP EliteBook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Adjusting the volume Power management Drives Security 151 Xii Features Identifying hardwareTop components Pointing devicesLights Component DescriptionRapidly Buttons, switches, and fingerprint reader Panel System and Security Power OptionsKeys Front components Fn keyRear components Right-side componentsLeft-side components Bottom components Display components Wireless antennas select models only Identifying the labels Additional hardware componentsPage Wireless, modem, and local area network Using wireless devices select models onlyIdentifying wireless and network icons Using the wireless controlsUsing the wireless button Using Wireless Assistant software select models only Using HP Connection Manager select models onlyUsing operating system controls Using a Wlan device select models only Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in securityRoaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIM select models onlyRemoving a SIM select models only Page Using a Bluetooth wireless device select models only Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSTroubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot create a Wlan connectionCannot connect to a preferred network Network icon is not displayedCurrent network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to the wireless router Wlan connection is very weakUsing the modem select models only Connecting a modem cable purchased separatelySelecting a location setting Adding new locations when travelingViewing the current location selection Solving travel connection problems Select Start Devices and PrintersClick Properties Connecting to a local area network LAN Using pointing devices Using the keyboardPointing devices and keyboard Displaying system information Initiating SleepSwitching the screen image Viewing battery charge informationDecreasing screen brightness Increasing screen brightnessUsing HP QuickLook Using keypadsUsing the embedded numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypadSwitching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypadCleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, and vents Multimedia features Adjusting the volumeMultimedia Multimedia software Click Customize notification iconsAccessing your preinstalled multimedia software Installing multimedia software from a discConnecting external audio devices AudioChecking your audio functions Page Connecting an external monitor or projector Using the external monitor portUsing the DisplayPort VideoPage Using optical discs CDs, DVDs, and BDs Optical drive select models onlyIdentifying the optical drive Selecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs CD-R discsCD-RW discs DVD±R discsPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD DVD±RW discsLightScribe DVD+R discs Blu-ray Discs BDsConfiguring AutoPlay Changing DVD region settingsObserving the copyright warning Copying a CD, DVD, or BDCreating burning a CD, DVD, or BD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BDTroubleshooting Computer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not play Disc does not play automaticallyMovie stops, skips, or plays erratically Movie is not visible on an external displayDevice driver must be reinstalled Obtaining the latest HP device driversAdjusting webcam properties Webcam select models onlyCapturing business card images Page Power management Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SleepUsing the battery meter Using power plansInitiating and exiting Hibernation Setting password protection on wakeup Viewing the current power planSelecting a different power plan Customizing power plansUsing Power Assistant select models only Using external AC powerStarting Power Assistant Using battery power Connecting the AC adapterFinding battery information in Help and Support Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the batteryCharging a battery Maximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery levelCalibrating a battery Fully charge the batteryDisable Hibernation and Sleep Discharge the battery Fully recharge the batteryReenable Hibernation and Sleep Conserving battery power Storing a batteryDisposing of a used battery Replacing the batteryPower management Testing an AC adapter Shutting down the computerPage Identifying installed drives DrivesHandling drives Page Using Disk Defragmenter Using Disk CleanupImproving hard drive performance Using HP 3D DriveGuard Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard statusUsing HP 3D DriveGuard software Replacing a hard drive in the hard drive bay Page Page Replacing a drive in the upgrade bay Removing the protective insertReplacing a hard drive Page Page Replacing an optical drive Page Page Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceExternal devices Using USB legacy support Removing a USB deviceUsing a 1394 device Connecting a 1394 deviceRemoving a 1394 device Page Using external drives Using optional external devicesUsing a docking device Using SD Card Reader cards External media cardsInserting a digital card Using ExpressCards select models only Configuring an ExpressCardRemoving a digital card Inserting an ExpressCardRemoving an ExpressCard Using smart cards select models only Inserting a smart card Removing a smart cardMemory modules Page Page Page Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Page Page Page Security Protecting the computerUsing passwords Setting passwords in WindowsSetting passwords in Computer Setup Bios administrator password Managing a Bios administrator passwordUsing Computer Setup DriveLock Entering a Bios administrator passwordSetting a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock passwordChanging a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protectionUsing Computer Setup Auto DriveLock Entering an Automatic DriveLock passwordRemoving Automatic DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup security features Viewing Computer Setup System InformationSecuring system devices Using Computer Setup System IDs Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager select models only Installing a security cable Software updates Updating software Updating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Page Updating programs and drivers Click DownloadUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Backup and recovery Select Start All Programs Maintenance Backup and Restore Backing up your informationBackup and recovery Performing a recovery Using the Windows recovery toolsUsing f11 recovery tools Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separatelySelect Repair your computer Computer Setup Starting Computer SetupUsing Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer SetupComputer Setup menus Restoring factory settings in Computer SetupFile menu Security menuSystem Configuration menu User Management requires a Bios administrator passwordUSB port to the computer Enable/disable Preboot Authentication on HP QuickLook Ansi MultiBoot About the boot device order Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Choosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer SetupDynamically choosing a boot device Setting a MultiBoot Express promptEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Management and printing Using Client Management Solutions Configuring and deploying a software imageManaging and updating software HP Client Automation select models onlyHP SSM System Software Manager Using the HP Universal Print Driver Symbols/Numerics IndexDVD-ROM Jacks Ssid Wireless Assistant
Related manuals
Manual 39 pages 58.77 Kb
Top Page Image Contents