HP 23-c010, 23-c210xt, 23-c159 Software troubleshooting, Manager window, To start a System Restore

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Software troubleshooting

To repair software

Turn the computer off completely and then turn it on again. This is the easiest (and sometimes the best) way.

problems, try these

Update the drivers (see Updating device drivers, following).

methods:

 

 

 

Use Microsoft System Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see Microsoft System

 

 

Restore, later in this table). — Restores your computer to a configuration that was in use before the software

 

 

was installed.

 

Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Software program and hardware driver reinstallation,

 

 

later in this table). — Restores the software (if it came with the product) or hardware driver to factory defaults.

 

System Recovery (see System recovery on page 10) — Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then

 

 

reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. This erases all data files you have created.

 

 

Updating device

Complete the following procedure to update a driver, or to revert to an earlier version of the driver if the new one

drivers

does not solve your problem:

 

1.

Click Start.

 

2.

Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open the Device

 

 

Manager window.

 

3.

Click the plus sign (+) to expand the type of device you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-

 

 

ROM drives).

 

4.

Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b).

 

5.

Click the Driver tab.

 

6.

To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

 

 

Or, to revert to an earlier version of a driver, click Rollback Driver, and then follow the on-screen

 

 

instructions.

 

 

Microsoft System

If you have a problem that might be due to software that was installed on your computer, use System Restore to

Restore

return the computer to a previous restore point. You can also set restore points manually.

 

NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you use the System Recovery program.

 

Some features might not be available on systems that are shipped without a version of Microsoft Windows.

 

 

 

To start a System Restore:

 

1.

Close all open programs.

 

2.

Click Start, right-click Computer, and then click Properties.

 

3.

Click System protection, System Restore, click Next, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

 

 

 

To add restore points manually:

 

1.

Close all open programs.

 

2.

Click Start, right-click Computer, click Properties, and then click System protection.

 

3.

Under Protection Settings, select the disk for which you want to create a restore point.

 

4.

Click Create, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

 

 

 

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Contents Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Copyright and License Understanding hard disk drive spaceConfirming total memory Part NumberTable of contents Enww Computer security features Computer risk Computer featureProtecting your computer Troubleshooting SymptomComputer does not start Plug it in, and turn it on. See Display monitor onSymptom Possible solution Click Start Task ManagerPower Adjust resolution as necessary, and then click ApplyDisplay monitor Keyboard and mouse with cableDetected ComputerFor Save on most-not all-programs Repeat and to save changes in all open programsKeyboard and mouse wireless Speakers and soundInternet access Run the wireless setup wizardUnder Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet Sharing CenterSoftware troubleshooting To start a System RestoreManager window Under Programs, click Uninstall a program System recovery Choosing a system recovery methodSystem Recovery options System Recovery from the Windows 7 Start MenuSystem Recovery at system startup Recovery media System Recovery from recovery mediaChoosing recovery media Creating recovery mediaEnww Maintenance Schedules and tasksKeeping the computer free of dust, dirt, and heat Cleaning the computer and monitor Cleaning the computer ventsCleaning the keyboard and mouse Cleaning the touch screen select models onlyCleaning the touch screen select models only Power to make a change
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