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How to use Recovery Disk
I have a "Recovery Disc" that I created for my Compaq with XP
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How to use Recovery Disk
Thanks a lot for information and guidance
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Thanks a lot for information and guidance
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How to use Recovery Disk
"Beyond X" wrote in message ... I have a "Recovery Disc" that I created for my Compaq with XP pre-installed. Now I want to replace the original HDD for a larger one. Can I use the Recovery CD to newly install the OS in the new HDD instead of copying the old HDD? You should consult HP or Compaq at their web site and/or via email. Sometimes the HDD will be marked to only allow you to install to a certain HDD that is what my previous compaq computer did. Best Regards, Keith |
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How to use Recovery Disk
"Beyond X" wrote in message ... I have a "Recovery Disc" that I created for my Compaq with XP pre-installed. Now I want to replace the original HDD for a larger one. Can I use the Recovery CD to newly install the OS in the new HDD instead of copying the old HDD? You should consult HP or Compaq at their web site and/or via email. Sometimes the HDD will be marked to only allow you to install to a certain HDD that is what my previous compaq computer did. Best Regards, Keith |
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How to use Recovery Disk
Yes and it will then be back to factory spec, and you will need to update
win and reinstall all your apps. Use the copy/clone software provided by the disk manufacturer, haveing *read* the instructions. Or for more control of the clone process use a product like Acronis TI, a trial version of which can be used "Beyond X" wrote in message ... I have a "Recovery Disc" that I created for my Compaq with XP pre-installed. Now I want to replace the original HDD for a larger one. Can I use the Recovery CD to newly install the OS in the new HDD instead of copying the old HDD? |
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How to use Recovery Disk
Yes and it will then be back to factory spec, and you will need to update
win and reinstall all your apps. Use the copy/clone software provided by the disk manufacturer, haveing *read* the instructions. Or for more control of the clone process use a product like Acronis TI, a trial version of which can be used "Beyond X" wrote in message ... I have a "Recovery Disc" that I created for my Compaq with XP pre-installed. Now I want to replace the original HDD for a larger one. Can I use the Recovery CD to newly install the OS in the new HDD instead of copying the old HDD? |
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How to use Recovery Disk
On Jun 1, 3:26*pm, "DL" wrote:
Yes and it will then be back to factory spec, and you will need to update win and reinstall all your apps. Use the copy/clone software provided by the disk manufacturer, haveing *read* the instructions. Or for more control of the clone process use a product like Acronis TI, a trial version of which can be used "Beyond X" wrote in message ... I have a "Recovery Disc" that I created for my Compaq with XP pre-installed. Now I want to replace the original HDD for a larger one. Can I use the Recovery CD to newly install the OS in the new HDD instead of copying the old HDD?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Yes you can put a new drive in and use your recovery disks. I recently did the same thing as you. Just to be sure I sent an email to HP asking, and the reply was " the recovery disk will install a new recovery partion (D on the new drive.Then update Windows and install any third party software. -J |
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On Jun 1, 3:26*pm, "DL" wrote:
Yes and it will then be back to factory spec, and you will need to update win and reinstall all your apps. Use the copy/clone software provided by the disk manufacturer, haveing *read* the instructions. Or for more control of the clone process use a product like Acronis TI, a trial version of which can be used "Beyond X" wrote in message ... I have a "Recovery Disc" that I created for my Compaq with XP pre-installed. Now I want to replace the original HDD for a larger one. Can I use the Recovery CD to newly install the OS in the new HDD instead of copying the old HDD?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Yes you can put a new drive in and use your recovery disks. I recently did the same thing as you. Just to be sure I sent an email to HP asking, and the reply was " the recovery disk will install a new recovery partion (D on the new drive.Then update Windows and install any third party software. -J |
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Beyond X wrote:
I have a "Recovery Disc" that I created for my Compaq with XP pre-installed. Now I want to replace the original HDD for a larger one. Can I use the Recovery CD to newly install the OS in the new HDD instead of copying the old HDD? Maybe. You need to check with Compaq Tech Support to find out for sure. Normally there will be a disk that you use to set up the partitions and preps for the ondisk recovery software, and then copy that software to the hard drive. Do NOT assume it works that way unless you know for certain, though. There may be two disks necessary or things may need to be done in a certain order before the operating system is installed. Always follow your manufacturer's instructions. If you no longer have them, get them from Compaq's site. Best case you can find someone who has done it before, but still verify it all at the compaq site. Twayne` |
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Beyond X wrote:
I have a "Recovery Disc" that I created for my Compaq with XP pre-installed. Now I want to replace the original HDD for a larger one. Can I use the Recovery CD to newly install the OS in the new HDD instead of copying the old HDD? Maybe. You need to check with Compaq Tech Support to find out for sure. Normally there will be a disk that you use to set up the partitions and preps for the ondisk recovery software, and then copy that software to the hard drive. Do NOT assume it works that way unless you know for certain, though. There may be two disks necessary or things may need to be done in a certain order before the operating system is installed. Always follow your manufacturer's instructions. If you no longer have them, get them from Compaq's site. Best case you can find someone who has done it before, but still verify it all at the compaq site. Twayne` |
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