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NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the computer.

1.From the Start screen, type backup, click Settings, and then select from the list of displayed options.

2.Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your backup, create a system image, or create system repair media.

Performing a system recovery

In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following tools to recover your files:

●Windows recovery tools: You can use Windows Backup and Restore to recover information you have previously backed up. You can also use Windows Automatic Repair to fix problems that might prevent Windows from starting correctly.

●The F11 recovery tools: You can use the F11 recovery tools to recover your original hard drive image. The image includes the Windows operating system and software programs installed at the factory.

NOTE: If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer and you cannot use the system repair media you previously created, you must purchase Windows 8 operating system media to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. For additional information, see Using HP Windows 8 restore media (purchased separately) on page 38.

Using the Windows recovery tools

To recover information that you previously backed up:

▲From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support. To recover your information using Automatic Repair, follow these steps:

CAUTION: Some Automatic Repair options will completely erase and reformat the hard drive. For additional information go to Help and Support. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support.

1.If possible, back up all personal files.

2.If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition and the Windows partition: From the Start screen, type e, and then click Windows Explorer.

– or –

From the Start screen, type c, and then select Computer.

NOTE: If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are not listed, you must recover your operating system and programs using the Windows 8 operating system media and the Driver Recovery media (both purchased separately). For additional information, see Using HP Windows 8 restore media (purchased separately) on page 38.

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Contents HP Z1 Workstation Trademark Credits WarrantyCopyright Information About this guide Guide topicsIv About this guide Table of contents Setting up and restoring Windows Diagnostics and Minor Troubleshooting Viii Locating HP resources TopicsProduct information 1Product informationTopic Location Select WorkstationsSupport SupportProduct documentation 3Product documentationProduct diagnostics 4Product diagnosticsProduct updates 5Product updatesGo to Start All Programs Accessories System Tools System Click Settings Change PC SettingsHP Z1 Workstation features ComponentsFront and bottom components 1Component descriptionsSide components Component descriptionsRear components 3Rear components excluding standProduct specifications Physical characteristicsEnvironmental specifications Physical characteristicsLocation and ventilation Setting up and using the workstationSetting up the workstation Setup procedure Page Page Page 30 cm Page Page Page Enabling Bluetooth Devices Windows Control Panel, go to Hardware and SoundAdjusting display brightness Display optionsControlling display panel brightness Internal display panel backlight brightnessIntel iGFx adjustments for an internal display panel Pixel color brightnessMonitor Interface Required connection Adding an external monitorCustomizing the display panel or the external monitor Using the HP Z1 Workstation as a monitor Adjusting the audio signal Using the webcamInstalling optional components SecuritySetting up and using the workstation Installing or upgrading device drivers Setting up and restoring WindowsSetting up the Windows 7 operating system Restoring and recovering in Windows Transferring files and settingsSystem Restore System Recovery System Recovery when Windows is respondingSystem Recovery when Windows is not responding System recovery using recovery mediaCreating recovery media Using recovery media Setting up the Windows 8 Operating System Additional informationBacking up your information Backup and recovery in WindowsDownloading Windows 8 updates Performing a system recovery Using the Windows recovery toolsUsing F11 recovery tools Using HP Windows 8 restore media purchased separately Setting up and restoring Linux HP Linux Support MatrixHP Installer Kit for Linux Hpikl Setting up Red Hat Enterprise LinuxHpikl driver disc Installing with the HP Red Hat Linux driver discWarranty Installing Sled with the DVD Installer Kit Setting up Suse Linux Enterprise Desktop SledSetting up preloaded Sled Proprietary graphics drivers Restoring Sled preloaded systems onlyUpdating the workstation after first boot Upgrading the BiosDetermining the current Bios version Updating the workstationUpgrading Bios Upgrading device driversDiagnostics and Minor Troubleshooting Calling supportLocating ID labels HP Support Assistant Hpsa Online supportProduct Change Notifications Troubleshooting a problemInstant Support and Active Chat During operation Helpful hintsAt startup Customer Self-Repair program Other troubleshooting options Routine Care General cleaning safety precautionsCleaning the chassis Cleaning the keyboard Cleaning the monitorCleaning the mouse
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