Performing a system recovery
In case of system failure or instability, the Slate provides the following tools to recover your files:
●
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.
NOTE:
If you are unable to boot (start up) your Slate and you cannot use the system repair discs
you previously created, you must purchase a Windows 7 operating system DVD to reboot the Slate
and repair the operating system. For additional information, refer to
Using a Windows 7 operating
system DVD (purchased separately) on page 56
.
Using the Windows recovery tools
To recover information you previously backed up:
1.
Tap
Start
, tap
All Programs
, tap
Maintenance
, and then tap
Backup and Restore
.
2.
Follow the on-screen instructions to recover your system settings, your Slate (select models
only), or your files.
To recover your information using Startup Repair, follow these steps:
CAUTION:
Using Startup Repair completely erases drive contents and reformats the drive. All files
you have created and any software installed on the Slate are permanently removed. When
reformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers,
software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery.
NOTE:
An external keyboard (purchased separately) may be connected to the USB port to perform
these steps.
1.
If possible, back up all personal files.
2.
If possible, check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition.
To check for the Windows partition, tap
Start
, and then tap
Computer
.
To check for the HP Recovery partition, tap
Start
, tap and hold
Computer
, tap
Manage
, and
then tap
Disk Management
.
NOTE:
If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are not listed, you must recover
your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the
Driver
Recovery
disc (both purchased separately). For additional information, refer to
Using a Windows
7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) on page 56
.
3.
If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are listed, restart the Slate, and then
press
f8
before the Windows operating system loads.
4.
Select
Startup Repair
.
5.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE:
For additional information on recovering information using the Windows tools, perform a
search for these topics in Help and Support.
Performing a system recovery
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