HP Pavilion dv6000 Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP
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Software Update, Backup, and Recovery User Guide - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 2
to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements 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 - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 3
restore point 7 Restore to a previous date and time 7 Creating recovery discs ...8 Reinstalling software programs and drivers 9 Reinstalling preinstalled programs and drivers 9 Reinstalling programs from discs 9 Performing a recovery ...10 Recovering from the recovery discs 10 Recovering from - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 4
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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 software: 1. Identify your computer model - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 6
, cable, or cord. To download 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 identify your computer and access the BIOS update - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 7
click the file that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). The BIOS installation begins. 4. Complete the installation by following the instructions on the screen. NOTE After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 8
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 update. 3. At the - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 9
changes to your computer by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recover a program or driver (PC Recovery software feature). This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Perform a full system recovery (PC Recovery software feature). With - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 10
Backing up your information When to back up ● On a regularly scheduled basis. NOTE Set reminders to back up your information periodically. ● Before the computer is repaired or restored. ● Before you add or modify hardware or software. Back up suggestions ● Create system restore points using Windows - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 11
the restoration. Create a system restore point 1. Select Start > Help and 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. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 12
before creating recovery discs: ● You will need high quality CD-R, DVD-R, or DVD+R media (purchased separately). NOTE DVD±RW/R and double-layer DVD±RW are not compatible with and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the creation of the recovery discs. 8 Chapter 2 Recovering system information - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 13
Programs > System Recovery > Application and Driver Recovery. The Application and 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 - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 14
its own built-in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. If you have not already tried these features, into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Recovering from the partition on the hard drive You can perform a recovery - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 15
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 11 - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 16
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 manufacturer. Some programs include an update feature you can access from a Help button or menu - HP Pavilion dv6000 | 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, - HP Pavilion dv6000 | Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows XP - Page 18
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