How to Use HP Recovery USB?

Rel updated on Jan 31, 2024 to Data Backup Questions Answered | How-to Articles

My Windows 11 system suddenly crashed. I have an HP recovery USB now, but I don't know how to use it. Could you guys tell me how to use this HP recovery USB to restore my PC?

Here is a detailed guide for you to use your HP recovery USB to restore Windows 11.

Step 1. Turn on your HP PC and insert the USB into the USB port

Step 2. Long-press the power button to turn off the computer

Step 3. Disconnect all peripheral devices(except the monitor, keyboard, mouse and power cord)

Step 4. Remove the media from internal drives and any internal hardware added recently

Step 5. Turn on the PC again and boot the USB drive using the booting options

Step 6. Now follow the prompts on the screen and you can complete the recovery successfully

Before you start, you also need to prepare the following items:

  • Make sure your HP PC is connected to the Internet
  • Depending on the network condition and USB flash drive, you'd better reserve one to four hours for the recovery process
  • Before starting to recover the system, please make a data backup

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