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...on password 127 Managing a power-on password 127 Entering a power-on password 127 Antivirus software ...128 Firewall software ...128 Critical updates ...1. 28 Optional security cable ...129 12 Setup Utility Setup Utility access ...131 Setup Utility language ...132 Setup Utility defaults ...1. 33......134 Main menu ...134 Security menu ...134 System Configuration menu 135 Diagnostics menu ...135 13 Software Update and Recovery Software updates ...137 HP Software Update ...137 Software updates and the HP Web site 138 Accessing computer information 138 Downloading a BIOS update 139 ENWW vii
...on password 127 Managing a power-on password 127 Entering a power-on password 127 Antivirus software ...128 Firewall software ...128 Critical updates ...1. 28 Optional security cable ...129 12 Setup Utility Setup Utility access ...131 Setup Utility language ...132 Setup Utility defaults ...1. 33......134 Main menu ...134 Security menu ...134 System Configuration menu 135 Diagnostics menu ...135 13 Software Update and Recovery Software updates ...137 HP Software Update ...137 Software updates and the HP Web site 138 Accessing computer information 138 Downloading a BIOS update 139 ENWW vii
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Installing a BIOS update 140 Downloading and installing other software 141 System recovery ...1. 42 Safeguarding your information 142 Using System Restore ...142 Creating a restore point 142 Restoring to a restore ... operating system 144 Reinstalling the operating system 145 Back up your system 145 Reinstall the operating system 146 Reinstalling device drivers and other software 147 Update reinstalled software 147 14 Routine Care Hardware maintenance ...149 Battery pack ...150 Disposing of a used battery pack 150 TouchPad and keyboard ...151 Display ...151 Drives...
Installing a BIOS update 140 Downloading and installing other software 141 System recovery ...1. 42 Safeguarding your information 142 Using System Restore ...142 Creating a restore point 142 Restoring to a restore ... operating system 144 Reinstalling the operating system 145 Back up your system 145 Reinstall the operating system 146 Reinstalling device drivers and other software 147 Update reinstalled software 147 14 Routine Care Hardware maintenance ...149 Battery pack ...150 Disposing of a used battery pack 150 TouchPad and keyboard ...151 Display ...151 Drives...
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... protect against Unauthorized use of the computer Computer viruses Unauthorized access to information Unauthorized access to the Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to a Windows user...security feature ● QuickLock ● Power-on password Norton Internet Security software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Administrator password Critical security updates from a variety of the computer Use this chapter for using ● Passwords ● Antivirus software ● Firewall ...
... protect against Unauthorized use of the computer Computer viruses Unauthorized access to information Unauthorized access to the Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to a Windows user...security feature ● QuickLock ● Power-on password Norton Internet Security software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Administrator password Critical security updates from a variety of the computer Use this chapter for using ● Passwords ● Antivirus software ● Firewall ...
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... checks for the computer. It automatically runs every 30 days and provides a list of the software provided with your network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. CAUTION If the computer is connected to a network, it is a utility included on the HP Web site. ENWW Software...
... checks for the computer. It automatically runs every 30 days and provides a list of the software provided with your network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. CAUTION If the computer is connected to a network, it is a utility included on the HP Web site. ENWW Software...
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.... To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the system ROM. NOTE The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and provides for displaying BIOS information: 1. BIOS version information (also known ..., you need to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. 138 Chapter 13 Software Update and Recovery ENWW The computer system BIOS is displayed. 3. Readme.txt files included with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to know...
.... To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the system ROM. NOTE The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and provides for displaying BIOS information: 1. BIOS version information (also known ..., you need to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. 138 Chapter 13 Software Update and Recovery ENWW The computer system BIOS is displayed. 3. Readme.txt files included with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to know...
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...the screen to download your selection to the location on the screen to identify the computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to download. 3. Identify the newest BIOS update that is running on the computer. During the download and installation: Do not disconnect power from the ... the AC outlet. NOTE Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, connected to an optional expansion product, or connected to an optional power source. b.
...the screen to download your selection to the location on the screen to identify the computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to download. 3. Identify the newest BIOS update that is running on the computer. During the download and installation: Do not disconnect power from the ... the AC outlet. NOTE Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than the BIOS version currently installed on battery power, connected to an optional expansion product, or connected to an optional power source. b.
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... screen. Complete the installation by selecting Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 2. BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If no instructions are displayed on the screen reports a successful installation, you may delete the downloaded... is typically Local Disk C.) b. Click My Computer and then your hard drive. 140 Chapter 13 Software Update and Recovery ENWW Installing a BIOS update NOTE If you connect the computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that are...
... screen. Complete the installation by selecting Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 2. BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. If no instructions are displayed on the screen reports a successful installation, you may delete the downloaded... is typically Local Disk C.) b. Click My Computer and then your hard drive. 140 Chapter 13 Software Update and Recovery ENWW Installing a BIOS update NOTE If you connect the computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any instructions that are...
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ENWW Software updates 141 Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software. 4. You will be downloaded. Using the hard drive path ... the file that contains the software. 6. NOTE Make a note of the Windows Explorer window: a. In the left pane of the path to update. 3. At the download area, select the software you may delete the download package from your hard drive where the software will need to access ..., you want to the location on your hard drive. Downloading and installing other software To download and install software other than a BIOS update: 1.
ENWW Software updates 141 Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software. 4. You will be downloaded. Using the hard drive path ... the file that contains the software. 6. NOTE Make a note of the Windows Explorer window: a. In the left pane of the path to update. 3. At the download area, select the software you may delete the download package from your hard drive where the software will need to access ..., you want to the location on your hard drive. Downloading and installing other software To download and install software other than a BIOS update: 1.
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... pack disposal 150 battery pack maintenance 150 battery pack release latch 10, 40 bays battery 10, 13 hard drive 10 BIOS update downloading 139 installing 140 BIOS version 138 blank computer screen 156 Bluetooth device 33, 109, 114 Bluetooth for Windows software 114 Bluetooth label 13 buttons ...in (microphone) jack 7, 64, 65 audio-out (headphone) jack 7, 64, 65 B battery inserting into remote (ExpressCard version) 77 inserting into remote (PC Card version) 70 battery bay 10, 13 battery charge information 42 battery light 41, 43 battery light, identifying 5, 28 battery pack battery power vs.
... pack disposal 150 battery pack maintenance 150 battery pack release latch 10, 40 bays battery 10, 13 hard drive 10 BIOS update downloading 139 installing 140 BIOS version 138 blank computer screen 156 Bluetooth device 33, 109, 114 Bluetooth for Windows software 114 Bluetooth label 13 buttons ...in (microphone) jack 7, 64, 65 audio-out (headphone) jack 7, 64, 65 B battery inserting into remote (ExpressCard version) 77 inserting into remote (PC Card version) 70 battery bay 10, 13 battery charge information 42 battery light 41, 43 battery light, identifying 5, 28 battery pack battery power vs.
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... 154 shutdown procedures 34 shutting down 34 slots Digital Media 9 ExpressCard 7 memory module 10 PC Card 9 security cable 9 SmartMedia (SM) 9, 89 SoftPaq 138 software 1394 101 abnormal behavior 156 antivirus 128 BIOS update 139 Bluetooth for Windows 114 critical updates 128 device driver reinstallation 147 Disk Cleanup 152 Disk Defragmenter 152 downloading/installing other...
... 154 shutdown procedures 34 shutting down 34 slots Digital Media 9 ExpressCard 7 memory module 10 PC Card 9 security cable 9 SmartMedia (SM) 9, 89 SoftPaq 138 software 1394 101 abnormal behavior 156 antivirus 128 BIOS update 139 Bluetooth for Windows 114 critical updates 128 device driver reinstallation 147 Disk Cleanup 152 Disk Defragmenter 152 downloading/installing other...
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Advanced menu ...141 Tools menu ...141 13 Software Updates and Recovery Software updates ...143 HP Software Update ...143 Software updates and the HP Web site 144 Accessing computer information 144 Downloading a BIOS update 145 Installing a BIOS update 146 Downloading and installing other software 147 System recovery ...1. 48...operating system 151 Back up your system 151 Reinstall the operating system 152 Reinstalling device drivers and other software 153 Update reinstalled software 153 14 Routine Care Hardware maintenance ...155 Battery pack ...156 Disposing of a used battery pack ...
Advanced menu ...141 Tools menu ...141 13 Software Updates and Recovery Software updates ...143 HP Software Update ...143 Software updates and the HP Web site 144 Accessing computer information 144 Downloading a BIOS update 145 Installing a BIOS update 146 Downloading and installing other software 147 System recovery ...1. 48...operating system 151 Back up your system 151 Reinstall the operating system 152 Reinstalling device drivers and other software 153 Update reinstalled software 153 14 Routine Care Hardware maintenance ...155 Battery pack ...156 Disposing of a used battery pack ...
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... startup from an optical or diskette drive Computer viruses Unauthorized access to information Unauthorized access to the Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to a Windows user ...QuickLock ● Power-on password DriveLock password Device security Norton Internet Security software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Administrator password Critical security updates from a variety of the computer Use this chapter for using ● Passwords ● Antivirus software ● ...
... startup from an optical or diskette drive Computer viruses Unauthorized access to information Unauthorized access to the Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to a Windows user ...QuickLock ● Power-on password DriveLock password Device security Norton Internet Security software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Administrator password Critical security updates from a variety of the computer Use this chapter for using ● Passwords ● Antivirus software ● ...
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... on the HP Web site. HP Software Update HP Software Update is recommended that you consult with the computer may be available through the HP Software Update utility or on the computer that automatically checks... for the computer. To run HP Software Update: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Software Update. ENWW Software updates 143 It automatically runs every 30 days and provides a list of the software provided with your network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates...
... on the HP Web site. HP Software Update HP Software Update is recommended that you consult with the computer may be available through the HP Software Update utility or on the computer that automatically checks... for the computer. To run HP Software Update: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Software Update. ENWW Software updates 143 It automatically runs every 30 days and provides a list of the software provided with your network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates...
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...know the version of the screen. 2. If the Setup Utility does not open with the hardware devices, and provides for displaying BIOS information: 1. Software updates and the HP Web site Most software on the HP Web site is computer. ● The product family name, series number,... Before you need to select the Main menu. To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the system ROM. The computer system BIOS is stored on the computer, you access updates from the HP Web site, collect the following information: ● The...
...know the version of the screen. 2. If the Setup Utility does not open with the hardware devices, and provides for displaying BIOS information: 1. Software updates and the HP Web site Most software on the HP Web site is computer. ● The product family name, series number,... Before you need to select the Main menu. To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the system ROM. The computer system BIOS is stored on the computer, you access updates from the HP Web site, collect the following information: ● The...
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... an optional power source. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify the computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to download your hard drive where the BIOS update will be downloaded. Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click the software and...the power cord from the AC outlet. b. Do not shut down the computer or initiate standby or hibernation. To download a BIOS update: 1. Identify the newest BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your selection to reliable external power using the AC adapter. ENWW Software...
... an optional power source. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify the computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to download your hard drive where the BIOS update will be downloaded. Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click the software and...the power cord from the AC outlet. b. Do not shut down the computer or initiate standby or hibernation. To download a BIOS update: 1. Identify the newest BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your selection to reliable external power using the AC adapter. ENWW Software...
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... If you may delete the downloaded file from your hard drive. 146 Chapter 13 Software Updates and Recovery ENWW BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Click My Computer and then your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for... example, filename.exe). Double-click the file that contains the update. 3. If no instructions are displayed on the screen. Complete the ...
... If you may delete the downloaded file from your hard drive. 146 Chapter 13 Software Updates and Recovery ENWW BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Click My Computer and then your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for... example, filename.exe). Double-click the file that contains the update. 3. If no instructions are displayed on the screen. Complete the ...
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... 7. Complete the installation by selecting Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 5. In the left pane of the path to update. 3. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive designation. (The hard...drive designation is complete, open the folder on the Web page. Downloading and installing other software To download and install software other than a BIOS update: 1. NOTE After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you want to the location on the screen. When the download...
... 7. Complete the installation by selecting Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 5. In the left pane of the path to update. 3. Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive designation. (The hard...drive designation is complete, open the folder on the Web page. Downloading and installing other software To download and install software other than a BIOS update: 1. NOTE After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you want to the location on the screen. When the download...
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...38 battery pack disposal 156 battery pack maintenance 156 battery pack release latch 9, 38 bays battery 9, 12 hard drive 9 BIOS update downloading 145 installing 146 BIOS version 144 blank computer screen 162 Bluetooth device 31, 107, 112 Bluetooth for Windows software 112 Bluetooth label 12 buttons ...microphone) jack 7, 62, 63 audio-out (headphone) jack 7, 62, 63 B battery inserting into remote (ExpressCard version) 75 inserting into remote (PC Card version) 68 battery bay 9, 12 battery charge information 40 battery light 39, 41 battery light, identifying 5, 26 battery pack battery power vs.
...38 battery pack disposal 156 battery pack maintenance 156 battery pack release latch 9, 38 bays battery 9, 12 hard drive 9 BIOS update downloading 145 installing 146 BIOS version 144 blank computer screen 162 Bluetooth device 31, 107, 112 Bluetooth for Windows software 112 Bluetooth label 12 buttons ...microphone) jack 7, 62, 63 audio-out (headphone) jack 7, 62, 63 B battery inserting into remote (ExpressCard version) 75 inserting into remote (PC Card version) 68 battery bay 9, 12 battery charge information 40 battery light 39, 41 battery light, identifying 5, 26 battery pack battery power vs.
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... computer 160 shutdown procedures 32 shutting down 32 slots Digital Media 8 ExpressCard 7 memory module 9 PC Card 8 security cable 8 SmartMedia (SM) 8, 87 SoftPaq 144 software 1394 99 abnormal behavior 162 antivirus 135 BIOS update 145 Bluetooth for Windows 112 critical updates 135 device driver reinstallation 153 Disk Cleanup 158 Disk Defragmenter 158 downloading/installing other...
... computer 160 shutdown procedures 32 shutting down 32 slots Digital Media 8 ExpressCard 7 memory module 9 PC Card 8 security cable 8 SmartMedia (SM) 8, 87 SoftPaq 144 software 1394 99 abnormal behavior 162 antivirus 135 BIOS update 145 Bluetooth for Windows 112 critical updates 135 device driver reinstallation 153 Disk Cleanup 158 Disk Defragmenter 158 downloading/installing other...
