To recover the original hard drive image using f11, follow these steps:
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2.
If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition. To find the partition, select Start
> Computer.
NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition has been deleted, you must recover your operating system
and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both
purchased separately). For additional information, refer to the “Using a Windows Vista operating
system DVD (purchased separately)” section in this guide.
3.
Turn on or 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 to enter HP Recovery.
5.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased
separately)
If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer, you must purchase a Windows Vista operating
system DVD to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. Make sure that your most recent
backup (stored on discs or on an external drive) is easily accessible. To order a Windows Vista
operating system DVD, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow
the on-screen instructions. You can also order the DVD by calling technical support. For contact
information, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer.
CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD 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. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the
operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities.
To initiate recovery using a Windows Vista operating system DVD, follow these steps:
NOTE: This process takes several minutes.
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Restart the computer, and then insert the Windows Vista operating system DVD into the optical
drive before the Windows operating system loads.
3.
When prompted, press any keyboard key.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Click Next.
6. Select Repair your computer.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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