View Full Version : need help restoring a computer to factory settings
takin me down
11-07-2007, 05:37 PM
i am wondering how to restore a hp computer to orginal settings with out the cds
EricL
11-07-2007, 06:27 PM
Start --> All Programs --> PC Help & Tools --> HP System Recovery
Then I think is the destructive recovery when it gives you different recovery options
GatorPole
11-07-2007, 06:33 PM
Depends on what operating system you're running. If you have a system restore point on XP, it'll be much easier.
This really isn't the right kind of site for this kind of advice, try googling for a tech help forum.
takin me down
11-08-2007, 04:48 PM
its an hp windows 2000 i need it t5o be complety6 wiped i know if y6ou press control f4 for a dell computer when you turn it on it takes you to a menu to restore to factory settings
download DBAN. and then reinstall the windows disc. make sure you back up you files though
takin me down
11-08-2007, 04:54 PM
if i dont need any of my files do i need to back themn up
no...but be careful with dban. it completely wipes your hdd. but if you know a little about pcs there is no problem. type in boot and nuke or dban in google and research it.
MainLax28
11-08-2007, 05:50 PM
I think I may have a system restore cd for windows 2000. I'll check.
EricL
11-08-2007, 05:50 PM
Use my method, all HP computers come with the system wipe function. Much safer than a 3rd party program.
takin me down
11-08-2007, 05:57 PM
where do i find the system wipe function, i dont have any CDs left
Tehb2
11-11-2007, 05:56 PM
Yeah if its really bad (w/e is requiring you to restore the settings) I think most pc's come with a restore disk, but unless you back up your files, it wipes your hard drive clean. Kinda sucks, cause when I did it I had to reinstall my games and stuff.
EricL
11-12-2007, 05:32 AM
No disk needed, here is a s/s. When you click it says do you want to go along with it, press yes. Then go to the second option.http://img256.imageshack.us/img256/5173/13597524ze4.png