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How to restore computer to factory settings

post #1 of 3
8/11/05 at 7:39pm
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Ive recieved my dads old work computer, and would like to restore it to it's original factory settings, how do I got about doing this?
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post #2 of 3
8/16/05 at 12:59pm
You'll have to use the Restore Discs that came with the machine. You should place the first CD(usually they come with 4 seperate install discs numbered such as 1 of 4, 2 of 4 etc.) and reboot the laptop. It should automatically load the system restore menu and enable you to reformat(you'll lose everything on the hard drive) and restore the system back to its originally configuration. If it doesnt then you'll have to go into the BIOS and go to the boot up/start up section and configure the macine to boot from the CD-ROM drive first...Then save your settings. Your machine will restart and then it should start and go through the system restore menu. If you dont have the restore cds/cant get them from your dad then you'll have to call up HP with the model number(they may also ask for the serial number) and place an order for the restore cds. They are free but you'll have to pay for shipping(usually they charge you 20.00). If you dont want to go through HP and you cant get them from your dad or dont have them...THen the only other place would probably be Ebay..otherwise your out of luck.
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post #3 of 3
8/16/05 at 2:30pm
Also depending on the systems age, there may only be one disk. Also... Some really old systems can only be restored in the factory unless you have a CD-ROM drive for it..
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