HP Pavilion 15 User Manual

12 Ubuntu Linux – Backing up, restoring, and
recovering
Recovery after a system failure is as good as your most recent backup. As you add new software and
data files, you should continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably
current backup.
Performing a system recovery
The Deja Dup Restore Tool allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state.
You can create an image restore DVD using an optional external DVD±RW optical drive. You can
also create a restore image on a USB storage device.
CAUTION: Using Restore completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All
files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. The
recovery tool reinstalls the original operating system and programs and drivers that were installed at
the factory. Software, drivers, and updates not installed at the factory must be manually reinstalled.
Personal files must be restored from a backup.
NOTE: HP recommends that you create the image restore in the event of a system failure.
Creating the restore DVDs
The restore creation software creates a set of system restore discs using blank, writable DVDs (DVD-
R or DVD+R). HP recommends using blank DVD+R discs from a manufacturer you trust, because
these recovery DVDs are so important. You need approximately 3 blank DVD+R discs. The program
states how many discs are needed at the beginning of the process.
To create restore DVDs:
1. Click the System menu icon at the far right of the top panel, and then click System Settings >
Backup.
2. Select Storage from the panel on the left side of the window, click the down-arrow next to
Backup Location, and select the DVD from the drop-down list.
3. Select Overview from the panel on the left side of the window, and then click Back Up Now.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Creating a restore image on a USB device
NOTE: Be sure AC power is connected to the computer you begin.
Verify the exact amount of free space on your storage device before you begin the creation process.
For most models, you will need at least 8 GB of free space on the storage device. However,
depending on the drivers and software installed on your computer, you may need slightly more than 8
GB of space. HP recommends that you use a 16 GB device or above for best results.
IMPORTANT: Remember to insert your USB device into the USB port on the computer before
starting this procedure.
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HP Pavilion 15 Specifications

General

Form factor	Clamshell
Product type	Laptop
Product color	Black
Country of origin	China
Bus type	DMI2
Stepping	C0
Tjunction	100 °C
Processor cache	3 MB
Processor cores	2
Processor model	i5-4200U
System bus rate	- GT/s
Processor family	Intel® Core™ i5
Processor series	Intel Core i5-4200 Mobile series
Processor socket	BGA 1168
Processor threads	4
Processor codename	Haswell
Processor frequency	1.6 GHz
Processor cache type	Smart Cache
Processor lithography	22 nm
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Processor front side bus	- MHz
PCI Express slots version	2.0
Processor boost frequency	2.6 GHz
Processor operating modes	64-bit
ECC supported by processor	No
PCI Express configurations	1x4, 2x4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	15 W
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes	12
Accelerometer	Yes
Motherboard chipset	-
Memory slots	2x SO-DIMM
Internal memory	4 GB
Memory clock speed	1600 MHz
Internal memory type	DDR3L-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	- GB
Memory layout (slots x size)	1 x 4 GB
HDD speed	5400 RPM
HDD interface	SATA
Storage media	HDD
Optical drive type	DVD Super Multi
Total storage capacity	500 GB
Compatible memory cards	SD
Number of HDDs installed	1
HD type	Not supported
Display surface	Gloss
Display diagonal	15.6 \
Display resolution	1366 x 768 pixels
Native aspect ratio	16:9
On-board graphics card ID	0xA16
Discrete graphics card model	AMD Radeon HD 8670M
On-board graphics card model	Intel® HD Graphics 4400
Discrete graphics memory type	GDDR3
On-board graphics card family	Intel® HD Graphics
Maximum on-board graphics card memory	1.74 GB
On-board graphics card base frequency	200 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)	1000 MHz
Audio system	DTS Sound+
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100 Mbit/s
Charging port type	DC-in jack
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity	0
Pointing device	Touchpad
Operating system installed	Ubuntu Linux
Processor code	SR170
Processor ARK ID	75459
Intel TSX-NI version	0.00
Processor package size	40 x 24 x 1.5 mm
Intel ME Firmware Version	9.5
Supported instruction sets	AVX 2.0
Intel Smart Connect Technology version	1.00
Battery life (max)	- h
AC adapter power	65 W

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	258 mm
Width	385.6 mm
Height	22.6 mm
Weight	2330 g