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Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 7

... up and down using the TouchPad and TouchPad gestures, refer to the Notebook PC User Guide in identifying specific components of the TouchPad. Refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. Notebook Essentials 1 You will also find additional information. Then, read this guide provides specific instructions for more multimedia formats TouchPad To move the pointer, slide your...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 25

... and that the lights are installed and updated. Notebook Essentials 19 If the wireless light is amber, press the wireless action key (f12) to turn the power off and then back on. ✎ For more information on wireless technology, refer to the information and the Web site links in Help and Support. Chapter 4: Troubleshooting An external device is not...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7 - Page 37

... 2 installing 14 Help and Support 2 Hibernation 17 HP Recovery Manager 21 humidity specifications 25 I IEC 60950 compliance 9, 18 image, switching, among display devices 17 Internet broadband access 9 choosing an ISP 10 choosing type of access 9 connecting to 9 dial-up access 9 wireless access 9 Internet service provider (ISP) 10 Internet Services & Offers 10 Internet, connecting 1 K keyboard...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 9

...power-on password 90 Using antivirus software ...91 Using firewall software ...92 Installing critical updates ...93 10 Setup Utility (BIOS) ...94 Starting Setup Utility ...94 Using Setup Utility ...95 Changing the language of Setup Utility 95 Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility 95 Displaying system information 96 Restoring default settings in Setup Utility 96 Exiting Setup Utility ...97...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 30

..., or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 68

...://www.hp.com/support, and select your Web browser, go to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. 58 Chapter 4 Multimedia This feature can be prompted to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 2. or - NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 97

... Passwords ● Firewall software ● Antivirus support (Norton Internet Security) ● Critical security updates NOTE: Security solutions are set in Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on the computer. Protecting the computer 87 9 Security Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 109

...this guide: 1. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. Access the updates on the system ROM. Install the updates. 99 To update the software, follow these steps, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. If your computer is stored on the HP Web...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 111

... hard drive. b. Access the page on the HP Web site that are displayed, follow these steps: 1. BIOS installation procedures vary. Using the hard drive path you are ready to access this information to locate the update later, after the BIOS has successfully updated. Complete the installation by following the instructions on the screen to download your selection to your hard drive...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 112

... specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Click Install now to download the driver and install it later. NOTE: In some cases, you may be able to install the updated driver. Open your Web browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 120

... 7 RJ-45 (network 8 K keyboard hotkey, identifying 28 keys esc 5 fn 5 function 5 navigation 5 Windows applications 5 Windows logo 5 L labels Bluetooth 12 modem approval 12 service tag 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 LAN Power Saving 98 language support 98 latch, battery release 9 light power 3 lights caps lock 3 Digital Media Slot 8 optical drive 7 webcam 6 wireless 3 local area network (LAN...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 1

It provides comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts; troubleshooting computer problems; and performing computer disassembly procedures. Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide SUMMARY This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer.
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 16

... Drive Diskette drive Supports external USB drive only Camera VGA camera Fixed (no tilt) 640 × 480 by 24 frames per second Microphone One microphone, analog Audio HD audio Supports Microsoft Premium requirements Discrete √ √ √ HP G42 UMA Compaq Presario CQ42 Discrete √ Compaq Presario CQ42 Compaq Presario CQ42 UMA Models UMA Models 150-199 100...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 124

... hardware and cause your computer to be sure each setting is unique. System resource specifications You can use Device Manager to get a graphical view of the system resources that control how the devices work on the desktop. 2. System resources you can manually change resource settings. In the System Properties window, select the Hardware tab. 4. Click Device Manager...
Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 149

... audio 6 camera 6 chipset 2 display panel 4 Ethernet 7 external media cards 8 graphics 2 hard drives 5 keyboard 9 memory module 4 microphone 6 modem module 7 operating system 9 optical drives 6 pointing devices 9 ports 8 power requirements 9 processors 1 product name 1 security 9 serviceability 9 wireless 7 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 115 recovering from the dedicated recovery...

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  • Compaq Presario CQ42 Notebook PC and HP G42 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
  • Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
  • Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
  • End User License Agreement
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