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Note the following when backing up:
● Store personal files in the Documents library, and back it up regularly.
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Back up templates that are stored in their associated directories.
● Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your
settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.
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When backing up to discs, number each disc after removing it from the drive.
NOTE: For detailed instructions on various backup and restore options, perform a search for these topics in
Help and Support. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support .
NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You
may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or
changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and
Support .
To create a backup using Windows Backup and Restore:
NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the computer.
1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore .
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your backup, create a system image (select models only), or
create system repair media (select models only).
Performing a system recovery
In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following tools to recover your files:
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Windows recovery tools: You can use Windows Backup and Restore to recover information you have
previously backed up. You can also use Windows Startup Repair to fix problems that might prevent
Windows from starting correctly.
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f11 recovery tools (select models only): You can use the f11 recovery tools to recover your original hard
drive image. The image includes the Windows operating system and software programs installed at the
factory.
NOTE: If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer and you cannot use the system repair media you
previously created (select models only), you must purchase Windows 7 operating system media to reboot the
computer and repair the operating system. For additional information, see Using Windows 8.1 operating
system media (purchased separately) on page 121 .
Using the Windows recovery tools
Using the Windows recovery tools, you can:
● Recover individual files
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Restore the computer to a previous system restore point
● Recover information using recovery tools
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