Recovering windows8 wim file from external HD

My laptop hard disk crashed. I installed new hard disk on my pavilion laptop. My old hard disk using as external hard disk.
I would like to restore my windows 8 from old hard disk. iam able to saw all files including recovery drive as well.
I found WinUCRD.wim file in the hard disk. how can i able to recover win8 and install in new hard disk
Thanks in advance

Hi latha4036,
Since you are facing an issue with System Recovery where in you have replaced the Hard Disk Drive the only option to reinstall the Operating System is through HP System Recovery Disc, please click on the web link given below should be able to help you to resolve the issue on your unit.
Performing an HP System Recovery (Windows 8)
Kindly request you to follow the following modules under this document:
Recovery from recovery discs
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For any further assistance please feel free to contact HP using below details.
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