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Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for Mobile HP Wireless Assistant (select models only) Opens the Intel Graphics window. Icon Name Norton Internet Security Synaptics Pointing Devices Description Displays the status of your wireless device. (Continued) Notebook Essentials 5 Displays the status of Norton Internet Security antivirus software. It includes the notification area at...
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for Mobile HP Wireless Assistant (select models only) Opens the Intel Graphics window. Icon Name Norton Internet Security Synaptics Pointing Devices Description Displays the status of your wireless device. (Continued) Notebook Essentials 5 Displays the status of Norton Internet Security antivirus software. It includes the notification area at...
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...-to-use programs or to start the program. ■ Preloaded software. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1. Insert the disc into your optical drive. 2. Some updates may be used until it is...software installed on the computer Most software, including the operating system, is connected to install the device and any required drivers. This software cannot be provided with the software, on disc, or on -screen instructions. ✎ Restart the computer... which may affect the way the computer responds to Help and Support. 14 Notebook Essentials
...-to-use programs or to start the program. ■ Preloaded software. To locate and install a preloaded program or driver, follow these steps: 1. Insert the disc into your optical drive. 2. Some updates may be used until it is...software installed on the computer Most software, including the operating system, is connected to install the device and any required drivers. This software cannot be provided with the software, on disc, or on -screen instructions. ✎ Restart the computer... which may affect the way the computer responds to Help and Support. 14 Notebook Essentials
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...wireless router or access point is properly connected to its power adapter and to the information and the Web site links in Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 19 The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions: ✎ If you ...the power off and then back on. ✎ For more information on wireless technology, refer to the cable or DSL modem, and that the correct drivers are on (white). If the wireless light is on . ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all device connections are secure. ■ Be sure ...
...wireless router or access point is properly connected to its power adapter and to the information and the Web site links in Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 19 The wireless network connection is not working If a wireless network connection is not working Follow these suggestions: ✎ If you ...the power off and then back on. ✎ For more information on wireless technology, refer to the cable or DSL modem, and that the correct drivers are on (white). If the wireless light is on . ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all device connections are secure. ■ Be sure ...
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...9632; Creating a set of recovery discs ■ Backing up your information ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can restore... system failure or instability. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you are prompted to continue the disc creation process. Notebook Essentials 21 Create these discs after setting up the computer for safeguarding your information and restoring it into the computer optical drive...
...9632; Creating a set of recovery discs ■ Backing up your information ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can restore... system failure or instability. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you are prompted to continue the disc creation process. Notebook Essentials 21 Create these discs after setting up the computer for safeguarding your information and restoring it into the computer optical drive...
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... 18 P performing a recovery 24 posture 8 power cord 8 power options 17 power specifications 25 power surges 8 power, turning on computer 17 privacy, protecting 8 R recovering a program or driver 21 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 25 recovering from the recovery discs 24 recovery discs 7, 21 Recovery Manager 24 recovery, system 21, 24 regulatory... computer 15 U unresponsive computer, troubleshooting 18 user guides 1 using system restore 23 V vents 18 vents, precautions 9, 18 viruses 7 W Windows 7 1 Windows Backup and Restore 23 30 Notebook Essentials
... 18 P performing a recovery 24 posture 8 power cord 8 power options 17 power specifications 25 power surges 8 power, turning on computer 17 privacy, protecting 8 R recovering a program or driver 21 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 25 recovering from the recovery discs 24 recovery discs 7, 21 Recovery Manager 24 recovery, system 21, 24 regulatory... computer 15 U unresponsive computer, troubleshooting 18 user guides 1 using system restore 23 V vents 18 vents, precautions 9, 18 viruses 7 W Windows 7 1 Windows Backup and Restore 23 30 Notebook Essentials
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... it stops before completion 56 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 57 A device driver must be reinstalled 57 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 58 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 58 5 Power management ...59 Setting power options ...59 Using power-saving states 59 Initiating and exiting Sleep...
... it stops before completion 56 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 57 A device driver must be reinstalled 57 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 58 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 58 5 Power management ...59 Setting power options ...59 Using power-saving states 59 Initiating and exiting Sleep...
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... menu 98 Diagnostics menu ...98 11 Software updates ...99 Updating the BIOS ...100 Determining the BIOS version 100 Downloading a BIOS update 101 Updating programs and drivers ...102 12 Backup and recovery ...103 Creating recovery discs ...104 Backing up your information ...105 Using Windows Backup and Restore 106 Using system restore points...
... menu 98 Diagnostics menu ...98 11 Software updates ...99 Updating the BIOS ...100 Determining the BIOS version 100 Downloading a BIOS update 101 Updating programs and drivers ...102 12 Backup and recovery ...103 Creating recovery discs ...104 Backing up your information ...105 Using Windows Backup and Restore 106 Using system restore points...
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...connected to a wireless network. Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more network devices are on . Indicates that one or more network drivers are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on . Because the wireless devices are installed, and one wireless device is on...Assistant software on your wireless devices, not the status of the wireless devices on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all wireless network devices are off . Indicates that all wireless devices are ...
...connected to a wireless network. Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more network devices are on . Indicates that one or more network drivers are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on . Because the wireless devices are installed, and one wireless device is on...Assistant software on your wireless devices, not the status of the wireless devices on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all wireless network devices are off . Indicates that all wireless devices are ...
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...Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on the side of possible solutions to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. Click the arrow next ... (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. For more information. 1. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● ...
...Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for more information on the side of possible solutions to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. Click the arrow next ... (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. For more information. 1. If wireless networking is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● ...
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.... 2. Click the option for the latest software. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is protected by security. The SSID and network key are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and... driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in your computer accordingly. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 21 The driver must have the current codes to a WLAN, the network is either missing or...
.... 2. Click the option for the latest software. NOTE: If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is protected by security. The SSID and network key are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and... driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in your computer accordingly. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 21 The driver must have the current codes to a WLAN, the network is either missing or...
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...a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Audio Your computer enables you to use the device. You...; Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the correct...
...a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Audio Your computer enables you to use the device. You...; Create or "burn" audio CDs Connecting external audio devices WARNING! When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the correct...
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NOTE: A screw driver may be necessary to loosen the bracket holding the optical drive after the security screw is removed. 9. Optical drive 49 Remove the optical drive from the optical drive. 8. Remove the security screw from the optical drive bay.
NOTE: A screw driver may be necessary to loosen the bracket holding the optical drive after the security screw is removed. 9. Optical drive 49 Remove the optical drive from the optical drive. 8. Remove the security screw from the optical drive bay.
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... In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for this device. 54 Chapter 4 Multimedia Then in the Device Manager utility. 1. Windows scans ...optical drive is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Click Start > Control Panel > System and Security.
... In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for this device. 54 Chapter 4 Multimedia Then in the Device Manager utility. 1. Windows scans ...optical drive is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Click Start > Control Panel > System and Security.
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... already selected. 4. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. See the section "Selecting the right disc", for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in this setting is not visible on a blank area of the desktop: 1. Right-click on an external...
... already selected. 4. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. See the section "Selecting the right disc", for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in this setting is not visible on a blank area of the desktop: 1. Right-click on an external...
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...then verify that you may need to uninstall and then reinstall (for any other drivers you want to play a DVD. Troubleshooting 57 CyberLink PowerDVD 8 is installed on ). 4. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to restart the computer, save all open... files, and then continue with the restart. 6. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of...
...then verify that you may need to uninstall and then reinstall (for any other drivers you want to play a DVD. Troubleshooting 57 CyberLink PowerDVD 8 is installed on ). 4. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to restart the computer, save all open... files, and then continue with the restart. 6. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of...
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...device. This feature can be prompted to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Click your hard drive. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Install now to do so, restart ... Follow the on your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your Web browser, go to install. 7. Click the option for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft...
...device. This feature can be prompted to enter settings before you will be set up Windows Update, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Click your hard drive. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Install now to do so, restart ... Follow the on your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to your country or region. 2. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your Web browser, go to install. 7. Click the option for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft...
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...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the...
...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the computer. 2. To disconnect a powered drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the...
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...download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Install now to install. 7. After the file is complete, and then verify ... to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to your computer after the installation is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file...
...download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Install now to install. 7. After the file is complete, and then verify ... to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. When the list of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to your computer after the installation is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file...
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... do not have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to help you should continue to back up your information regularly to protect your ... (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to recover your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, you can ...
... do not have a recovery partition. Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to help you should continue to back up your information regularly to protect your ... (boot) your computer and restore the operating system and software programs to recover your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). With Recovery Manager, you can ...