how do I restore a Compaq to the factory settings and erase everything on the laptop?
I have a Compaq laptop and I know there is a way to restore the computer to the factory settings, erasing everything from the computer without a disk. I know that when you firts start the computer, you have to push one of the "f" buttons, but I am not sure which one. It restores it from a designated hard drive so no disk is needed. Any help?
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As far as I know mine came with a backup disk. If yours didn't you could make one when you first buy it but it won't do you any good if you have had it for awhile unless of course it already came with it. If you don't have one take it to a computer repair shop to get it done professionally.
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Go to HP Compaq's website. They've got manuals there under the support section that tell you which button to push when your computer starts up.
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Depending on how old your computer is, the F10 does give you a menu for the recovery partition, look at your "splash" screen and you will be able to see the right key for the " recovery console"
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watch it when it boots..watch carefully because it only there a second..you might get a f 10 or a f12...but watch and see if it does anyone one of those
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