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This document only pertains to HP DESKTOP computers that came with Windows Vista. It is NOT for HP notebook computers. This document explains how to reset the computer to its original factory shipped state. This document is divided into sections based on the different ways of performing a System Recovery. Use one of the sections that best fits your needs. Please read ALL Caution statements before attempting a System Recovery! note: Starting the recovery from recovery discs: use this section when the hard disk drive has been replaced or damaged and you have a set of recovery discs. Recovery discs can be those ordered from HP or those created by the Recovery Disc Creator software. Performing a System Recovery completely erases and reformats the hard disk drive - this includes deleting all data files you have created and stored on the hard drive. System Recovery reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. Software that was not installed on the computer at the factory must be reinstalled. Be prepared to reinstall software that was not originally included with the computer. When recovery has finished, you will need to configure an Internet connection, set up antivirus software, obtain all critical Windows updates, virus definition updates, and anti-spyware updates. caution: note: Starting a recovery from the hard drive and the computer is offIf Windows Vista cannot open and if the Recovery partition on the hard disk drive is functioning properly, you can perform a System Recovery by performing the following procedure: note:
Starting the recovery from the Windows Vista desktopUse the following steps to recover the computer starting from the Windows Vista desktop:
Starting the recovery from recovery discsUse the following steps to recover the computer from a set of recovery discs (either CDs or DVDs):
Backing up files during recoveryDuring the recovery process, you have the opportunity to back up your files to a disc or other removable drive. Once you have started one of the previous recovery methods and have come to an option to backup your files you can use the following steps to complete the backup and recovery process:
How do I completely factory reset my laptop?Click Start > Settings > Update & security > Recovery.
On the Recovery screen, click Get started under Reset this PC, which offers you two choices – Keep my files or Remove everything. The latter is what you want if you're getting rid of your computer and want to factory reset it first.
How do I restore factory settings on Vista?Running System Restore From Windows Vista. Start up the PC.. From the Start menu, type “Restore” in the Search Bar.. Click “Backup and Restore” from the Programs list.. Choose the desired restore date and press Enter.. Restart the PC.. |