56 Getting Started
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Checking total memory

When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the
computer has recognized the change. To do this:
1Click Start, Control Panel, and then System.
2The total memory is displayed under Memory (RAM).
If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn
off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover
(complete steps 1-8 in “Installing a memory module” on page 48),
and then check that the module is inserted completely into the
socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches.
From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says,
“Windows® needs your permission to continue.” This is a security
feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your
computer without your permission. If you were trying to perform the
action, click Continue; otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and
try again.
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
(Available on certain models)
Your computer has been configured with a hard disk partition
(available on certain models) to allow you to recover your hard disk
drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or
utilities.
It is strongly recommended that you create recovery CDs/DVDs
before using your system. For more information on creating
Recovery media see “Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs” on page 57.
Using the HDD Recovery, you can:
❖Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using a writable
drive
❖Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default
❖Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you
may have created intact, for example, a D: drive
❖Recover to a custom sized partition, leaving extra space to
create an additional partition later
❖Erase the hard disk completely
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