Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)
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Windows Vista – Backup and Recovery
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Backing up your information
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80
Performing a recovery
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81
Using the Windows recovery tools
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81
Using F11
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82
Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)
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82
Appendix D
Computer Diagnostic Features
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Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics
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84
Accessing HP Vision Diagnostics
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84
Survey Tab
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85
Test Tab
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85
Status Tab
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86
History Tab
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87
Errors Tab
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87
Help Tab
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Saving and Printing Information in HP Vision Diagnostics
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Downloading the Latest Version of HP Vision Diagnostics
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88
Protecting the Software
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89
Appendix E
Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
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90
Safety and Comfort
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90
Before You Call for Technical Support
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90
Helpful Hints
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91
Solving General Problems
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93
Solving Power Problems
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97
Solving Diskette Problems
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98
Solving Hard Drive Problems
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101
Solving Media Card Reader Problems
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104
Solving Display Problems
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106
Solving Audio Problems
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110
Solving Printer Problems
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113
Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems
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114
Solving Hardware Installation Problems
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116
Solving Network Problems
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118
Solving Memory Problems
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122
Solving Processor Problems
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124
Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems
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125
Solving USB Flash Drive Problems
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128
Solving Front Panel Component Problems
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129
Solving Internet Access Problems
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130
Solving Software Problems
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