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... does not play ...15 A disc does not play automatically ...16 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 16 A device driver must be reinstalled ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 17 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 18 Index ...19 iii
... does not play ...15 A disc does not play automatically ...16 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 16 A device driver must be reinstalled ...17 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 17 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 18 Index ...19 iii
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...discs from the optical drive. 2. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in "A device driver must be missing or corrupted. The computer does not detect ...the optical drive If the computer does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be reinstalled" found in this section. 14 Chapter...
...discs from the optical drive. 2. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in "A device driver must be missing or corrupted. The computer does not detect ...the optical drive If the computer does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be reinstalled" found in this section. 14 Chapter...
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... computer. - Repeat for HP software updates. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on) unless the minus sign (-) is already showing. 5. or - Remove any other drivers you type, search results are once again listed. 8. In Device ...1. NOTE: If you want to delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. Click a listed driver, and press the Delete key. If uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to delete. 6. Windows scans your computer model number in the Search box...
... computer. - Repeat for HP software updates. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on) unless the minus sign (-) is already showing. 5. or - Remove any other drivers you type, search results are once again listed. 8. In Device ...1. NOTE: If you want to delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. Click a listed driver, and press the Delete key. If uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to delete. 6. Windows scans your computer model number in the Search box...
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.... When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file... to open a window containing additional information. 6. Follow the on your computer. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting After the file is set to automatically check for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to your computer after the...
.... When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file... to open a window containing additional information. 6. Follow the on your computer. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting After the file is set to automatically check for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to your computer after the...
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...AutoPlay 6 B Blu-ray disc 5 C CD burning 7, 16 copying 7 playing 5 removing 8 CD drive 3 CD, drive 2 copyright warning 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16... identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 T troubleshooting burning discs 16 device driver 17 disc play 15, 16 HP device drivers 17 optical disc tray 13 optical drive detection 14 Windows drivers 18 Index 19
...AutoPlay 6 B Blu-ray disc 5 C CD burning 7, 16 copying 7 playing 5 removing 8 CD drive 3 CD, drive 2 copyright warning 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16... identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 T troubleshooting burning discs 16 device driver 17 disc play 15, 16 HP device drivers 17 optical disc tray 13 optical drive detection 14 Windows drivers 18 Index 19
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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.... Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is running on or restarting the computer. While...installed. To download a BIOS update: 1. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in Windows) or by opening the Setup Utility. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by ...
.... Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is running on or restarting the computer. While...installed. To download a BIOS update: 1. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in Windows) or by opening the Setup Utility. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by ...
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... the HP Web site: 1. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and... driver downloads, type your hard drive. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to your operating system. 5. To do so, restart your computer ...
... the HP Web site: 1. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click the option for software and... driver downloads, type your hard drive. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to your operating system. 5. To do so, restart your computer ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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.... 3. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN ...device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to improve the security of your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and...
.... 3. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN ...device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to improve the security of your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and...
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NOTE: To display the network status icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network status icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu.
NOTE: To display the network status icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network status icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu.
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... computer, follow the on-screen instructions. The driver must be displayed. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for the latest software. 20 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also... be reinstalled. Open your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Select your country or region. 3. If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in the...
... computer, follow the on-screen instructions. The driver must be displayed. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for the latest software. 20 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also... be reinstalled. Open your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Select your country or region. 3. If the WLAN device you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed in the...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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Adjusting webcam properties ...21 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 22 The computer does not detect the optical drive 23 A disc does not play ...23 A disc does not play automatically ...24 A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically 24 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 24 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 26 Index ...28 iv
Adjusting webcam properties ...21 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 22 The computer does not detect the optical drive 23 A disc does not play ...23 A disc does not play automatically ...24 A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically 24 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 24 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 26 Index ...28 iv
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. 2. When the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program events, select any drivers required by the external device. For additional safety information, refer to install any sound event, such as external speakers...enables you to use the device. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Play button. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Checking ...
... Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. 2. When the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program events, select any drivers required by the external device. For additional safety information, refer to install any sound event, such as external speakers...enables you to use the device. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Play button. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Checking ...
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...valuable system resources and results in the Start Search box. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. or - ◦ The playback window in the multimedia program may see a warning message asking if you lower system color properties to restart the disc. In the results pane, click ...already showing. If you type, search results are listed in the pane above the box. 3. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be reinstalled" found later in this message is displayed, click No.
...valuable system resources and results in the Start Search box. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. or - ◦ The playback window in the multimedia program may see a warning message asking if you lower system color properties to restart the disc. In the results pane, click ...already showing. If you type, search results are listed in the pane above the box. 3. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be reinstalled" found later in this message is displayed, click No.
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... disc, and then burn from the optical drive. 2. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for anything requiring drivers. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers You can obtain the latest HP device drivers in the toolbar. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Repeat for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so... on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to burn the contents to delete. 6. Windows scans your program again. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are listed in the following ways: ● Using the HP Update Utility ● Using the HP Web site...
... disc, and then burn from the optical drive. 2. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for anything requiring drivers. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers You can obtain the latest HP device drivers in the toolbar. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Repeat for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so... on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to burn the contents to delete. 6. Windows scans your program again. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are listed in the following ways: ● Using the HP Update Utility ● Using the HP Web site...
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... to do not put sp in front of the device. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Proceed to immediately check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Security & Updates. ...folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - To use Microsoft Update: 1. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Open your computer operating ...
... to do not put sp in front of the device. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Proceed to immediately check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Security & Updates. ...folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - To use Microsoft Update: 1. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Open your computer operating ...
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Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for updates to do so, restart your computer. 5. If prompted to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 6. A device driver must be reinstalled 27
Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for updates to do so, restart your computer. 5. If prompted to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 6. A device driver must be reinstalled 27
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... B Blu-ray disc 14 C CD burning 18 inserting 15 removing 19 CD drive 12 checking audio functions 6 configuring HDMI 9 D device drivers HP drivers 25 Windows drivers 26 drives, optical drive 12 DVD burning 18 changing region setting 17 inserting 15 removing 19 DVD drive 12 DVD Play software 5 DVD region... Blu-ray Disc 14 inserting 15 T tips, webcam 21 troubleshooting device driver 25 disc burning 25 disc play 23, 24 DVD movie play 24 external display 24 HP device drivers 25 optical disc tray 22 optical drive detection 23 Windows drivers 26 V video features 8 volume 3 volume buttons 3 28 Index
... B Blu-ray disc 14 C CD burning 18 inserting 15 removing 19 CD drive 12 checking audio functions 6 configuring HDMI 9 D device drivers HP drivers 25 Windows drivers 26 drives, optical drive 12 DVD burning 18 changing region setting 17 inserting 15 removing 19 DVD drive 12 DVD Play software 5 DVD region... Blu-ray Disc 14 inserting 15 T tips, webcam 21 troubleshooting device driver 25 disc burning 25 disc play 23, 24 DVD movie play 24 external display 24 HP device drivers 25 optical disc tray 22 optical drive detection 23 Windows drivers 26 V video features 8 volume 3 volume buttons 3 28 Index
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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NOTE: Windows has its own built-in either the Start button or f11. Recovering from the partition on the hard drive You can only recover files that ... then click Next. 4. Follow the on the screen. Recovery Manager software allows you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Then select Recovery Manager. Follow the on-screen instructions. Recovering from the recovery discs To restore the system from the partition, follow...
NOTE: Windows has its own built-in either the Start button or f11. Recovering from the partition on the hard drive You can only recover files that ... then click Next. 4. Follow the on the screen. Recovery Manager software allows you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Then select Recovery Manager. Follow the on-screen instructions. Recovering from the recovery discs To restore the system from the partition, follow...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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... date is sometimes called the system ROM version number. fn+pg up Decrease system volume. In addition to providing information about your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for computer functionality...the previous track or section on an audio CD or a DVD. fn+pg dn To use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the ...
... date is sometimes called the system ROM version number. fn+pg up Decrease system volume. In addition to providing information about your Windows operating system, Help and Support provides the following information and tools: ● Information about your computer ● Checkups for computer functionality...the previous track or section on an audio CD or a DVD. fn+pg dn To use the computer and Windows features ● Updates for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the ...
HP G50 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your system on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovering system information 119 HP recommends...software setup. 8 Backup and recovery Recovering system information Recovery after a system failure is listed in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window. To check for computers that do not have a recovery partition. As you add new software and data files, you create recovery ...
... present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your system on the hard drive or from recovery discs you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovering system information 119 HP recommends...software setup. 8 Backup and recovery Recovering system information Recovery after a system failure is listed in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window. To check for computers that do not have a recovery partition. As you add new software and data files, you create recovery ...