Contents inside HP_Recovery Drive is all gone

i found that the contents inside HP_Recovery Drive is all gone! How can I get that back? HP TouchSmart 520-1068hk, Win 7 64bit

Hi,
It would appear the files are indeed missing. This is not really a problem if you have created you set of Recovery DVDs, as you can simply use these to reinstall the operating system should you need to - also as part of the Recovery process, they will re-create the Recovery Partition again.
If you don't have a set of these discs, you can order a replacement set of Recovery Discs using the link below.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00810334&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en
If you have any problem with this link, order them directly from HP.
If you live in the US, contact HP Here.
If you are in another part of the world, start Here.
Regards,
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