How to Fix a Configuration Problem on an HP Computer

HP computers ship with Windows-based operating systems, enabling simple resolution of configuration errors. Mistaken configuration changes can cause instability, random errors, and other problems on your HP computer, but these issues can be resolved through the use of the System Restore utility. System Restore reverts your HP computer's configuration to a previous working state.

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Instructions

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  Click "Start" and type "System Restore" into the Search box.
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  Press "Enter" to open System Restore.
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  Click "Use a different restore point."
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  Choose a date prior to the time the configuration problem arose on your HP computer.
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  Press "Next" to execute the automated recovery of your selected working configuration.

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