HP Mini 5103 Getting Started - Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 - Page 11

What's Next? To create a backup using Backup and Restore, follow these steps: ✎ Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process. ✎ The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the computer. 1. Click Start, click All Programs, click Maintenance, and then click Backup and Restore. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to schedule your backup, create a system image (select models only), or create system repair discs (select models only). Recovering In case of system failure, use the f11 recovery tool to recover your original hard drive image. ✎ The image includes the Windows® operating system and software programs installed at the factory. Ä CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Personal files must be restored from a backup. 1. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition. To find the partition, click Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. ✎ If the HP Recovery partition has been deleted, you must recover your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 Operating System and the Driver Recovery discs (purchased separately). For additional information, contact customer support. Refer to the "Contacting Customer Support" section in the back of this guide. 3. If the HP Recovery partition is listed, restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 4. Press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the screen. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. ✎ Windows 7 provides additional recovery tools through the operating system. For additional information, go to Help and Support. ✎ If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer, you must purchase a Windows 7 Operating System DVD to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. For additional information, contact customer support. Refer to the "Contacting Customer Support" section in the back of this guide. Getting Started 7