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Software Update, Backup, and Recovery User Guide - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 2
accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Third Edition: September 2006 First Edition: May 2006 Document Part Number: 416394-003 - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 3
software Updating the BIOS ...2 Updating software programs and drivers 4 2 drivers 9 Reinstalling programs from discs 9 Performing a recovery ...10 Recovering from the recovery discs 10 Recovering from the partition on the hard drive 10 Deleting the recovery partition on the hard drive - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 4
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your computer may be available on the HP Web site. Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. To update the - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 6
external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 7
the screen after the download is complete. If no instructions are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 2. In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window: a. Click My Computer and then your hard drive designation - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 8
To download and install software other than a BIOS update: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to find the software you want to - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 9
or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Perform a full system recovery (PC Recovery software feature). With PC Recovery, you can recover your full factory image if you experience system failure or instability. PC Recovery works from a dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive or - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 10
XP Professional System Restore feature. ● Store personal files in the My Documents folder and back up these folders periodically. ● Back up templates stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings. The screen - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 11
point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to that point Support, and then click System Restore. The System Restore window opens. 2. Click Create a restore point, and then click Next. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 12
to AC power before you can go to the next step. 3. Select the type of disc you want to use and click Next. NOTE The software examines the image and displays the number of blank discs needed to create your recovery discs. 4. Insert the first disc and follow the on-screen instructions to complete - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 13
Driver Recovery tool opens. 3. Select Application Installation or Driver Installation, and then click Next. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the program or driver recovery. 5. Restart the computer if prompted. Reinstalling programs from discs 1. Insert the disc into the optical drive - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 14
if you experience system failure or instability. PC Recovery works from recovery discs that you create or from a dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive. NOTE Microsoft Windows XP has its own built-in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. If you have not - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 15
Recovery and click Next. The computer restarts and the PC Recovery tools opens. 4. Click OK. 5. At the System Recovery screen, click Advanced Options. 6. Select Delete Recovery Partition (not recommended) and follow the on-screen instructions. ENWW Deleting the recovery partition on the hard drive - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 16
you perform a system recovery, connect to the Internet to update all reinstalled software. To access update links for the operating system and other software provided on your computer: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support. To update optional software, follow the instructions provided by the software - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 17
Index B backup 6 BIOS, updating 2 D drivers, reinstalling 9 R recovery discs 8 recovery partition, deleting 11 recovery, system 5, 10 restore points 7 S software reinstalling 9 safeguarding information 5 updating 1, 4, 12 system recovery 5, 10 system restore points 7 U updates, software 1 ENWW - HP G5000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 18
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