System recovery, System recovery from recovery partition image – HP Z230 Tower-Workstation User Manual
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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 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 computer at the factory. This includes software that
came on media included in the computer accessory box, and any software programs that you have
installed.
If you were not able to create system recovery DVDs, you can order a restore media set from support.
For U.S. support, se
. For worldwide support, see
. You can also order the restore 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 recovery partition
.
●
Recovery media — Run System Recovery from recovery media that you have created from files
stored on your hard disk drive or purchased separately. To create recovery media, see
recovery discs with HP Recovery Disc Creator on HP Workstations on page 26
.
System Recovery from 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 computer. If necessary, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off.
2.
Disconnect all peripheral devices from the computer except the monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
3.
Press the power button to turn on the computer.
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 computer, reconnect all peripheral devices, and then
turn the computer back on.
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