HP DV6 manual Backing up your information

Before creating recovery discs::

●You 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 might 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, 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, 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 adding or modifying hardware or software When backing up:

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

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

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

To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing document:

1.Display the screen.

2.Copy the screen:

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

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