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Joined Jan 18, Messages 4. Future Shop seems to have decided last time when i brought my computer in that they would keep my XP CD for themselves, and now its been too long to go back and get it. I want to format my computer using the F11 key, i've heard that this is possible.

Anyone know how? Joined Oct 25, Messages 2, No its an HP I have my serial number, it's just Future Shop kept my instalation cd last time. You need to have a recovery partition for this to work. I've done it with an Acer and it went flawlessly. You don't happen to have a link that explains all of this uh? I've been trying to create a recovery partition Byteman Gone but Never Forgotten.

Joined Jan 24, Messages 17, And follow the on-screen instructions to complete the system recovery process. If you cannot use both ways above, then try this one. Please follow the steps below carefully. Then, boot your computer from it. Please remember to click Next every time after you set an option. After that, select the unallocated space to install your Windows and wait patiently. F11 is very useful when you want to factory reset your computer to its default settings, but you may not want to use it if your computer works well.

Since it will delete everything on your computer, leaving a fresh version of system only. Is there any safer way to recover your computer? The answer is Yes, you can create a system image backup with a reliable one key recovery software - AOMEI OneKey Recovery , which will include the operating system, personal data, installed program, etc. This software will create a recovery partition as well and put both of them in a hidden partition, thereby greatly reducing mistaken deletion or damage.

And after recovery, everything will be just like it was. Below are some helpful features of it:. Then, click on OneKey System Backup in the home console. This partition is hidden by default to prevent data from damaging. Ask the community. Auto-suggest helps you quickly narrow down your search results by suggesting possible matches as you type.

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Simply ask a new question if you would like to start the discussion again. While we prepare for the move, we are unable to accept new postings. Or if you need technical support for your calculator visit: HP Calculators. All forum topics Previous Topic Next Topic. New member. Message 1 of No F11 Option. HP Recommended. Product: HP Compaq dc Microtower. I know everyone says hit the F11 key te reset it, but, there is no F11 option on the screen as it passes by.

Your account also allows you to connect with HP support faster, access a personal dashboard to manage all of your devices in one place, view warranty information, case status and more. It has been a while since anyone has replied. Simply ask a new question if you would like to start the discussion again. While we prepare for the move, we are unable to accept new postings. Or if you need technical support for your calculator visit: HP Calculators. All forum topics Previous Topic Next Topic.

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