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• I bought a used laptop. How can I clean the computer and only the program that the value of the factory. It's a dv4000 HP clubhouse with windows xp

  I bought a used laptop and the previous ovner couldn't remember his password since it's been more than a year she opened a session.  How can I clean the computer and restore it to that only programs that comes with it when buying or facotry settings.  It's a HP Pavilion dv4000 with windows xp?  I have not all discs.

  Go here: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00006110&tmp_task=useCategory&cc=us&dlc=en&lang=en&lc=en&product=464513 and click on the link that best matches your computer (e.g., Presario, Pavilion and HP Compaq Business PC manufactured and sold in 2006 or later).

  Assuming that your computer is 2006 or later, following the links eventually will lead you to the following directions:

  
  

  Reformatting a hard drive should be considered a last resort to solve a problem with a computer system. The hard drive can be reformatted and reinstalled the operating system, using the system PC Suite hard disk recovery. Reformatting the hard drive will overwrite all data on the disk. To preserve the data, back up the data of the user as; letters, leaves of calculation, graphics and emails to an external storage device before you reformat the disk. If the PC does not work in the Windows operating system, see reformatting since the recovery disks .

  Do the following to reformat the hard drive and reinstall the operating system.

  1. Connect the PC to the power adapter.
  2. Close all programs.
  3. Click Start , click principally made programs , select System Restore and click on the PC recovery .
  4. When the recovery options are offered, select the option to perform the Recovery of PC and click Next .
  5. The PC will restart.
  6. When the recovery of the PC of welcome message, click OK to continue.
  7. In the system recovery Panel, select System Recovery . By default, the system will perform a complete reformat and will destroy all user data.
  8. Restart the PC when prompted.

  As alternative method for the steps above, click Advanced Options , select the destructive recovery option and click Next to begin the reformatting process.

  The PC is in original factory State and all data in the system, such as the place and the date must be reconfigured.

  NOTE: any software "trial offer" has been included in the original factory image, it will be reinstalled, but it won't work (the test period will have expired).  If so any trial software is a security antivirus software or others, before connect you to the Internet, you must uninstall (using an uninstall tool provided by the manufacturer if available antivirus software) and then install your own anti-virus software.  So, you should download the uninstallers necessary and installers (or buy the software on CD) using another machine before starting this project.

  NOTE 2: See the following important tips from MS - MVP PA supporter (once the restore is complete, click Start > run > winver > OK to determine what Service Pack you have):

  HOW TO get WinXP SP1 or SP2 fully patched after a 'clean install': http://groups.Google.com/group/Microsoft.public.WindowsXP.General/MSG/a066ae41add7dd2b

  1. download & save the installer for WinXP SP3 on your desktop:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=5b33b5a8-5E7...

  [Yes, you can jump SP2 if you run WinXP SP1.]

  2. read & take into account:
  http://msmvps.com/blogs/harrywaldron/archive/2008/05/08/Windows-XP-SP...

  3 connected as long as administrator, if necessary, double-click the saved file to install WinXP SP3.  Follow the prompts. Be patient and restart twice when the installation ends.

  4. make the resolution method 2 here (believe me):
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/943144

  5. go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com . Install all required software, and then click CONTINUE. Select CUSTOM and scan | Install the critical updates of security offered. Still, follow all the instructions.

  [I do NOT recommend install IE7 through Windows Update.]

  6. make sure that automatic updates is enabled; FC.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306525

  Other references:

  Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for Windows XP, but only for the Service Pack 3 (SP3), until April 14-09. Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and the Canada.

  Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?gprid=1173 . Select "Windows".
  XP"and select"Windows XP Service Pack 3 "

  5 steps to help protect your new computer before going online
  [installation clean = new computer]
  http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/computer/advanced/XPPC.mspx

  Measures to help prevent spyware
  http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/computer/spyware/prevent.mspx

  How TO get Windows XP Gold fully patched: http://groups.Google.com/group/Microsoft.public.windowsupdate/MSG/3f5afa8ed33e121c

  1. download & save the WinXP SP2 installer on your desktop:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=049c9dbe-3b8...

  [Yes, you can jump SP1]

  1B. download & save the installer for WinXP SP3 on your desktop:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=5b33b5a8-5E7...

  2. read & take into account:
  http://msmvps.com/blogs/harrywaldron/archive/2008/05/08/Windows-XP-SP...

  3. administrator, if necessary, double-click the saved file to install Windows XP * SP2 *.  Follow the prompts. Be patient and restart twice when the installation ends.

  3B. logged on as administrator, if necessary, double-click the saved file to install WinXP SP3.  Follow the prompts. Be patient and restart twice when the installation ends.

  4. make the resolution method 2 here (believe me):
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/943144

  5. go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com . Install all required software, and then click CONTINUE. Select CUSTOM and scan | Install the critical updates of security offered.  Still, follow all the instructions.

  [I do NOT recommend install IE7 through Windows Update.]

  6. make sure that automatic updates is enabled; FC.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306525

  References with dubbing:

  Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for Windows XP, but only for the Service Pack 3 (SP3), until April 14-09. Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and the Canada.  Reach
  http://support.Microsoft.com/OAS/default.aspx?gprid=1173 | Select "Windows".
  XP"and select"Windows XP Service Pack 3 "

  Protect your PC!
  http://www.Microsoft.com/athome/security/computer/default.mspx

  Learn how to protect your PC by taking the three simple steps
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=3AD23728-497...

• How do I "" clean my computer of all unwanted files? What would you suggest to speed up my dial-up access?

  Original title: clean computer

  I do not have broadband in my area and use an ISDN line. How do I "" clean my computer of all unwanted files? What would you suggest to speed up my dial-up access?

  Thank you very much

  Hello

  You can check this link:

  Slow PC? Optimize your computer for peak performance

  http://www.Microsoft.com/athome/Setup/optimize.aspx#1

  For the speed of Dial-up connection, I suggest you to contact the Internet service provider for assistance.

• I noticed that when I tried to clean my dvd - rw drive d drive was full? How can I clean that upward?

  Original title: my dvd rw drive is full

  I noticed that when I tried to clean my dvd - rw drive d drive was full?   How can I clean that upward?

  "kakbramer" wrote in message News: * e-mail address is removed from the privacy * .com...

  I'm sorry while shouting did not mean too.  Well I use to be able to watch videos and burn and watch TV on internet, now it used to me let burn, and it won't let me watch my DVDs on the pc and internet tv stops constantly.  I had a problem about six months ago, and the computor guy deleted all my files that he said so he could install a new thank you windows

  I know you didn't want to scream... Not to be too critical, but it really looks like you need a new 'computer' man as it is inexcusable to erase data files when you install a new operating system, especially if it does not create a backup disk or files.   Having to reinstall programs is normal, but the data must never be lost.
   
  You apparently have different issues that might be related to malicious software and drivers a bad or hardware problems for your computer.  I recommend that you take a small reputation of the computer "mom & pop" type computer store to have your repairs.  Big box stores, such as Staples, Best Buy, etc. are NOT reputable in computer repair.  Take installation discs you have for the computer, and a good description of what is happening.

• How can I stop my computer redirect me to sites that I don't want togo to?

  How can I stop my computer redirect me to sites that I don't want togo to?

  Hello

  Check these:

  IE8 redirect problems - possible Causes and fix the redirect problem
  http://www.brighthub.com/computing/Windows-platform/articles/60039.aspx

  http://EzineArticles.com/?Google-redirect-virus-fix---how-to-get-rid-of-Google-virus&ID=2450094

  http://ask.MetaFilter.com/100853/Oh-that-nasty-Google-redirecting-virus

  http://www.GeeksToGo.com/forum/how-to-fix-Google-redirects-t267407.html

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  IE - Tools - Internet Options - Advanced - tab click on restore, and then click Reset - apply / OK

  IE - Tools - Internet Options - Security tab - click on reset all default areas - apply / OK

  Close and restart IE

  IE - tools - manage Addons (for sure disable SSV2 if it is there, it is no longer necessary but Java always install
  "(and it causes problems - you never update Java to go back in and turn it off again)." Search for other possible problems.

  Windows Defender - tools - software explore - look for problems with programs that do not look right. Permit
  are usually OK and "unauthorized" are not always bad. If in doubt about a program to ask about it here.

  Could be that a BHO - BHOremover - free - standalone program, needs no installation, download and run - not all
  are bad, but some can cause your question (toolbars are BHO).
  http://securityxploded.com/bhoremover.php

  Startup programs
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/79612-startup-programs-enable-disable.html

  Also get Malwarebytes - free - use as scanner only.

  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/

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  If necessary and you suspect malware:

  Search for malware and when you are sure that the system is clean and perform the cleanup.

  Make a control examination, as often this kind of malware is accompanied by a much harder to detect and remove the
  payload. Best to go to the sea now rather than pay the price later.

  It can be made repeatedly in Mode safe - F8 tap that you start, however you must also run them
  the Windows when you can.

  Download malwarebytes and scan with it, run MRT and add Prevx to be sure that he is gone. (If Rootkits run UnHackMe)

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN

  Malwarebytes - free
  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/

  Run the malware removal tool from Microsoft

  Start - type in the search box-> find MRT top - right on - click RUN AS ADMIN.

  You should get this tool and its updates via Windows updates - if necessary, you can download it here.

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN
  (Then run MRT as shown above.)

  Microsoft Malicious - 32-bit removal tool
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=AD724AE0-E72D-4F54-9AB3-75B8EB148356&displaylang=en

  Microsoft Malicious removal tool - 64 bit
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=585D2BDE-367F-495e-94E7-6349F4EFFC74&displaylang=en

  also install Prevx to be sure that it is all gone.

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN

  Prevx - Home - free - small, fast, exceptional CLOUD protection, working with other security programs. It comes
  a scan only, VERY EFFICIENT, if it finds something to come back here or use Google to see how to remove.
  http://www.prevx.com/   <-->
  http://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp  <-->

  Choice of PCmag editor - Prevx-
  http://www.PCMag.com/Article2/0, 2817,2346862,00.asp

  Try the demo version of Hitman Pro:

  Hitman Pro is a second scanner reviews, designed to save your computer from malicious software (viruses, Trojans,
  Rootkits, etc.) that has infected your computer despite all the security measures that you have taken (such as
  the anti-virus software, firewall, etc.).
  http://www.SurfRight.nl/en/hitmanpro

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  If necessary here are some free online scanners to help the

  http://www.eset.com/onlinescan/

  New Vista and Windows 7 version
  http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/Center/whatsnew.htm

  Original version
  http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

  Other tests free online
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&source=HP&q=antivirus+free+online+scan&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI=G1

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  Also do to the General corruption of cleaning and repair/replace damaged/missing system files.

  Run DiskCleanup - start - all programs - Accessories - System Tools - Disk Cleanup

  Start - type this in the search box-> find COMMAND at the top and RIGHT CLICK – RUN AS ADMIN

  Enter this at the command prompt - sfc/scannow

  How to analyze the log file entries that the Microsoft Windows Resource Checker (SFC.exe) program
  generates in Windows Vista cbs.log
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/928228

  Run checkdisk - schedule it to run at the next startup, then apply OK then restart your way.

  How to run the check disk at startup in Vista
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/67612-check-disk-Chkdsk.html

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  If we find Rootkits use this thread and other suggestions. (Run UnHackMe)

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/InternetExplorer/thread/a8f665f0-C793-441A-a5b9-54b7e1e7a5a4/

  Hope these helps.

• How can I clean my Cache profiles Local file?

  I have very few things in my Inbox, Archives, drafts and sent boxes - some MB - but the profile is 97 MB. How can I clean the profile - get rid of the useless things - while it is much smaller in size? If I delete the profile, it will regenerate?
  Well thanks for your help! David

  If you want to get rid of all hides
  Tools / clear recent history who will do

• "A plugin is required to view this content", how can I get my computer to do this?

  I am trying to open a video file for my online class. When I click on the file, a gray box appears and reads "a plugin is required to view this content. How can I get my computer to open the video. I have a MAC and zero knows how to solve problems in this regard.

  You have Flash and QuickTime. You may need to install Flip4Mac if need to other media to be played.

  • https://support.Mozilla.org/KB/play-Windows-Media-files-in-Firefox
  • Flip4Mac: http://dynamic.telestream.net/downloads/download-flip4macwmv.htm

• How can I clean my mac? Is there a good program?

  How can I clean my mac of junk? Is there a good program?

  To get rid of what junk do you want?

• What is cyberlink &amp; how can it affect my computer

  I received notifications from HP on Cyberlink a risk for my computer. What is Cyberlink & how can it affect my computer. I don't remember installing, then where it comes?

  CyberLink is a software that will often be pre installed when you receive your computer. Notification of HP may say that you are at risk because it is obsolete. CyberLink is a company, so there are several options for which software is causing the problem. If you could software who's who is the origin of the problem in order to allow more aid

• When changing my Web site in frontpage on my computer, it changes in Internet Explorer but not in Firefox. Other computers show the change in Firefox. How can I fix my computer?

  My site was created in Microsoft Frontpage by using Internet Explorer. I added to Firefox, but when I try to make changes to my site through Firefox, it won't work. I have to make changes through Internet Explorer. On my computer when I go to Firefox and visit their Web site, it does not show the changes I did in Frontpage, but on other computers when you go to the site through Firefox, the changes are there. How can I fix my computer so that I can see my changes to Firefox and Internet Explorer? Thank you for any assistance.

  Reload Web pages, and ignore the cache.

  • Hold SHIFT and click reload.
  • Press 'Ctrl + F5' or 'Ctrl + Shift + R' (Windows, Linux)
  • Press 'Cmd + Shift + R' (MAC)

• How can I clean the accumulation of dust on the Satellite?

  The laptop is pretty hot - how can I clean dust accumulation.

  Hello

  If you want to clean the fans if the vacuum cleaner is a good tool.
  But be careful. If you n? t know how to do this, you should ask the Toshiba service partner for details. Guys have more experience of these things.

• HP Envy 7640: How can I remove a computer from the list "Scan to" on HP Envy 7640?

  I have a computer on my list of "scan to" on my HP Envy 7640, which is no longer in use.  How can I remove the computer name in the list?

  With the help of Apple / Mac OS X Yosemite

  Thank you!

  I can't help but wonder if the computer is still on the same network as the printer. Even if you have no more than the computer, you may give it to someone else who uses the same network as you? I think it's weird that the printer is always to see the computer. If this computer and the printer are not on the same network, perhaps to restore the printer to the factory settings would help. To do this test, please complete the following steps;

  1. On the front panel of the printer, scroll down to the second main menu screen by sliding your finger to the right of the screen to the left
  2. Choose settings, or Setup
  3. Select printer maintenance
  4. Go to restoration
  5. Choose both restore factory default settings

  Once this operation is completed, you will need to reconfigure the printer to your wireless network. Please let me know if this is the case. Thank you.

• How can I clean my hard drive

  How can I clean my hard drive

  'Clean up '?  Do you mean delete?  If so, follow the instructions to clear it down here:

  What to do before you sell or give away your Mac - Apple Support

  'Clean up' means to get rid of some extra too much room?  See 'Release of disk space' here:

  OS x: what is 'other' space about this Mac? -Apple Support

• How can I clean up unwanted files myself?

  How can I clean up unwanted files myself? I seem to be getting much, would it be because im always install stuff and then uninstall. Last night, I deleted 250 very tedious 900 junk folders. Oh, I wxp8 {sp3}.

  Hello ROXANNETUOMI,

  For the problem you describe, I suggest posting this question on the link below.  Please indicate what type of email that you use.

  Microsoft Answers:

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/networking

  Or if you use Hotmail, please see below:

  The question you have posted is bound using Windows Live (hotmail) and would be better suited in the Center to help Windows Live Hotmail. Please visit this link to find a community that will provide the support you want.

• How can I remove my computer from vGrabber and back on Google Chrome?

  A friend sent me a video that requires the vGrabber download to see. Now, I can't get rid of vGrabber. Incidentally, immediately after the vGrabber download my browser from Google Chrome for Internet Explorer and I can't change it back. How can I remove my computer from vGrabber and back on Google Chrome?

  In fact, I'd rather Google Google Chrome. I use XP Home Edition

  original title: lose vGrabber

  Hi MRI,
  You have a question? It's the poster of the question to the United Nations mark the answer, so the community can see it didn't work and continue to provide answers. If you encounter a problem, please start your own question with all your information so that the community can better help you.
  Eddie B.