HP Z840 User Guide - Page 31

System Recovery CAUTION: This procedure will delete all user information. To prevent loss of information, be sure to back up all user information so you can restore it after recovery. Always use the System Restore procedure before you use the System Recovery program. See System Restore on page 22. System Recovery completely erases and reformats the hard disk drive, deleting all data files that you have created, and then reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. However, you must reinstall any software that was not installed on the workstation at the factory. This includes software that came on media included in the workstation accessory box, and any software programs that you have installed. You can order a recovery media set from support. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/support. For worldwide support, go to http://www8.hp.com/us/en/contact-hp/ww-contact-us.html. You can also order the recovery media set by calling support. NOTE: Some features might not be available on systems that are shipped without a Windows operating system. You must choose one of the following methods to perform a System Recovery: ● Recovery image - Run System Recovery from a recovery image stored on your hard disk drive. The recovery image is a file that contains a copy of the original factory-shipped software. To perform a System Recovery from a recovery image, see System Recovery from a recovery partition image on page 23. ● Recovery media - Run System Recovery from recovery media that you have purchased separately. System Recovery from a recovery partition image CAUTION: System Recovery deletes all data and programs that you have created or installed. A Windows system from the HP factory ships with a recovery partition. You can use the recovery partition to recover the factory operating system. 1. Turn off the workstation. If necessary, press and hold the power button until the workstation turns off. 2. Disconnect all peripheral devices from the workstation except the monitor, keyboard, and mouse. 3. Press the power button to turn on the workstation. 4. As soon as you see the HP logo screen, repeatedly press the F11 key on your keyboard until the Windows is Loading Files... message appears on the screen. 5. At the HP Recovery Manager screen, follow the on-screen instructions to continue. 6. When Windows has loaded, shut down the workstation, reconnect all peripheral devices, and then turn the workstation back on. Using HP Recovery Disc operating system discs CAUTION: Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files that you have created and any software that you have installed on the workstation are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as the original drivers. Software that came with the system can be downloaded at http://www.hp.com. Use the steps provided in this section if you ordered a Windows 7 operating system DVD and Driver DVD. Backing up, restoring, and recovering Windows 7 23