
Restart the computer and then it should boot in Windows XP. Please reinsert the first quick restore cd.Īfter the process of copying the information from the CD's has ended, Windows XP Home Setup will begin.įinally, after all software and drivers have been installed, QuickRestore will ask you to power cycle the machine.

QuickRestore will ask for each CD in order.Īt this point the QuickRestore is asking for the first CD again. The QuickRestore compromises of a 2 or 3cd set. QuickRestore will then proceed to copy the image and setup files to the hard drive. The next step is to select the correct Configuration Code for the model computer in which the QuickRestore is being run on. If the (Q) is displayed, proceed with the quick restore and press enter. If done correctly you will see a (Q) next to "Compaq QuickRestore". There will be slight difference in the screen.

When this screen is displayed, press CTRL+Q. Next you will see the Welcome screen to Compaq QuickRestore. The screen will then move on to ask you what language to choose, select English and press enter. As the process proceeds the Compaq QuickRestore screen will stop flashing. When you see the screen press the Caps Lock key one time. As the computer boots to the first screen of the Quick Restore, Compaq QuickRestore will be flashing on the screen. As the computer boots make sure that the Num Lock is enabled on boot (there will be a light next to Num Lock key indicator).

Only the mouse, keyboard, and the monitor should be attached, otherwise the Restore process won't work properly.īoot the computer with Quick Restore CD 1 in the CDROM drive. Temporarily remove and disconnect all external devices, especially the secondary hard disk drive (if any).

Click Recovery Diskette to create the diskette Insert a blank, formatted diskette in the diskette drive.ĥ. Double click the Presario Support icon on the Desktop.Ĥ. It can be used in case no option to boot to CDROM is available in the Bios.ġ. I'm not certain but check this also (if any). Try to check this in the Bios.īefore anything else, if your system has an option to make a Quick Restore Emergency Recovery Diskette, create now.
