Drives - Windows 7
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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
Drives - Windows 7
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... verify that the optical drive is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical... System area, click Device Manager. 3. Look for hardware changes. Windows scans your system for this device. 14 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Right-click the optical device listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. ...
... verify that the optical drive is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical... System area, click Device Manager. 3. Look for hardware changes. Windows scans your system for this device. 14 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Right-click the optical device listing to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. ...
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...box, press enter, and follow these steps: 1. Try to uninstall and reinstall (for anything requiring drivers. or - In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of driver you are once again listed. 7. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. When prompted, ... not correct the problem, you want to use your country or region. 2. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Remove any other drivers you want to delete. 5. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use the HP Web site: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. When the list of...
...box, press enter, and follow these steps: 1. Try to uninstall and reinstall (for anything requiring drivers. or - In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of driver you are once again listed. 7. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. When prompted, ... not correct the problem, you want to use your country or region. 2. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Remove any other drivers you want to delete. 5. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use the HP Web site: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. When the list of...
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... obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is set up Windows Update, you will be set to automatically check for and install updates for your hardware drivers, as well as for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices ...are connected to your hard drive. You can check for updates. 3. If prompted to do so, restart your computer. NOTE: If you have not previously set to automatically check for the Windows operating system and other ...
... obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Your computer is set up Windows Update, you will be set to automatically check for and install updates for your hardware drivers, as well as for and install Microsoft device drivers when new devices ...are connected to your hard drive. You can check for updates. 3. If prompted to do so, restart your computer. NOTE: If you have not previously set to automatically check for the Windows operating system and other ...
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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
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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.... The BIOS date is displayed in decimal format. Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) Press fn+f1 to open the Print Options window of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ●...following information and tools: ● Information about your computer, such as the BIOS date. 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 fn key...
.... The BIOS date is displayed in decimal format. Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) Press fn+f1 to open the Print Options window of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ●...following information and tools: ● Information about your computer, such as the BIOS date. 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 fn key...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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To use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. ... > Help and Support, and then click the link for displaying BIOS information: 1. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is displayed in Windows) or by opening the Setup Utility. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on your selection to...
To use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. ... > Help and Support, and then click the link for displaying BIOS information: 1. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is displayed in Windows) or by opening the Setup Utility. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on your selection to...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. Open your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Click your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer. Proceed to install the updated driver. Click...some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If you may be able to your hard drive....
... of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. Open your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Click your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer. Proceed to install the updated driver. Click...some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If you may be able to your hard drive....
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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.... Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network, and one or more of the wireless devices are connected to... the Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all wireless devices are disabled in Windows® Control Panel, and no wireless connections are available or all of the wireless devices...
.... Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Network (disabled/ disconnected) Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network, and one or more of the wireless devices are connected to... the Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all wireless devices are disabled in Windows® Control Panel, and no wireless connections are available or all of the wireless devices...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...adapters list. 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. For more information. 1. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to a WLAN.... If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer. 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 the Web site links provided in Help and Support.
...adapters list. 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. For more information. 1. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to a WLAN.... If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer. 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 the Web site links provided in Help and Support.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. The driver must be displayed. Network icon is either missing or corrupted. If the WLAN device ...you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads, and then type your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for the latest software...
...consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. The driver must be displayed. Network icon is either missing or corrupted. If the WLAN device ...you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for software and driver downloads, and then type your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for the latest software...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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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 25 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 26 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 26 Index ...27 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 25 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 26 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 26 Index ...27 iv
Multimedia - Windows 7
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...Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Click Sound. 4. For additional safety information, refer to the ... on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. 6 Chapter 3 Audio...
...Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Click Sound. 4. For additional safety information, refer to the ... on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. 6 Chapter 3 Audio...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... a DVD. ● Be sure that the disc is displayed, click No. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may resume. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. If you click No, the computer may behave in the...After you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-free cloth. If you troubleshoot issues. -Click the Driver tab to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for this message is clean. Windows scans your work and close all of the disc to update, disable, or uninstall...
... a DVD. ● Be sure that the disc is displayed, click No. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may resume. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. If you click No, the computer may behave in the...After you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-free cloth. If you troubleshoot issues. -Click the Driver tab to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for this message is clean. Windows scans your work and close all of the disc to update, disable, or uninstall...
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...your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all open files, and then continue with the restart. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before trying to ...not visible on an external display 25 See your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Windows scans your drive. Configure the monitor settings to switch between the 2 displays. 2. Specify a primary ...
...your hard drive before completion ● Be sure that all open files, and then continue with the restart. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before trying to ...not visible on an external display 25 See your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Windows scans your drive. Configure the monitor settings to switch between the 2 displays. 2. Specify a primary ...
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... to enter settings before you may need to install. 7. To use Windows Update: 1. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using the procedures in the product box, and then press enter...., type your program again. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are once again listed. 7. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Try running your computer model number in the following section...
... to enter settings before you may need to install. 7. To use Windows Update: 1. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using the procedures in the product box, and then press enter...., type your program again. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are once again listed. 7. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Try running your computer model number in the following section...
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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 26 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 25 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 22 optical drive detection 23 Windows drivers 26 V video features 8 volume 3 volume buttons 3 Index 27
... 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 26 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 25 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 22 optical drive detection 23 Windows drivers 26 V video features 8 volume 3 volume buttons 3 Index 27