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11 Backup and recovery

To protect your information, use Windows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders,

back up your entire hard drive, create system repair media (select models only) by using the installed

optical drive (select models only) or an optional external optical drive, or create system restore points.

In case of system failure, you can use the backup files to restore the contents of your computer.

From the Start screen, type restore, click Settings, and then select from the list of displayed

options.

NOTE: For detailed instructions, perform a search for these topics in Help and Support. From the

Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.

In case of system instability, HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and save them

for later use.

NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your

computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing

software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more

information. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.

Backing up your information

Recovery after a system failure is as good as your most recent backup. You should create system

repair media and your initial backup immediately after initial system setup. As you add new software

and data files, you should continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a

reasonably current backup. As you add new software and data files, you should continue to back up

your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. The system repair media

(select models only) are used to start up (boot) the computer and repair the operating system in case

of system instability or failure. Your initial and subsequent backups allow you to restore your data and

settings if a failure occurs.

From the Start screen, type backup, click Settings, and then select Save backup copies of your

files with File History.

You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive or a network drive.

Note the following when backing up:

●

Store personal files in the Documents library, and back it up regularly.

● Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs.

●

Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot

of your settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.

To create a backup using Backup and Restore:

NOTE: Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process.

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