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To order a Windows 7 operating system DVD, contact support. Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your
country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions.
CAUTION: Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD completely erases the hard drive contents and
reformats the hard drive. All les that you have created and any software that you have 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 7 operating system DVD:
NOTE: This process takes several minutes.
1. If possible, back up all personal les.
2. Restart the computer, and then insert the Windows 7 operating system DVD into the optical drive before
the Windows operating system loads.
NOTE: If the computer does not boot to the DVD, restart the computer and press Esc as the computer
is powering on to see the startup menu. Use the arrow keys to select the boot menu and press Enter.
Use the arrow keys to select the location where the recovery DVD is inserted. Press Enter to boot from
that device.
3. When prompted, press any keyboard key.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Click Next.
6. Select Install now.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions.
After the repair is completed:
1. Eject the Windows 7 operating system DVD and then insert the Driver Recovery DVD.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Hardware Enabling Drivers rst, and then install
Recommended Applications.
Using, updating, and maintaining your PC
From one location you can perform the following tasks:
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View or change your computer name and other system settings
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Add a device or printer and change other system settings
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Get help and support for your specic model
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Install HP support software for your computer
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Purchase supplies and accessories for your computer
To access this location, click Start > Devices and Printers and then double-click the icon for your PC.
12 Chapter 1 Getting started in Windows 7