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...) jack (8) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects a network cable. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Enables airflow...
...) jack (8) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects a network cable. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Enables airflow...
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...options: ● POST hotkey delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. 92 Chapter 5 Setup Utility System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button...
...options: ● POST hotkey delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test To do this Change the language of Setup Utility. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. 92 Chapter 5 Setup Utility System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button...
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...9679; Enable/disable Dual Core CPU. ● Enable/disable HDD translation mode. 98 Chapter 5 Setup Utility When enabled, USB legacy support allows the following: ◦ Use of the fn key and left ctrl key. ● Enable/disable USB legacy support. Select Language Boot options Device Configurations To do this Change the Computer Setup language. ● Set an f9, f10, and f12 delay when starting up. ● Enable/disable CD-ROM boot. ● Enable/disable floppy boot. ● Enable/disable internal network adapter boot. ● Enable/disable MultiBoot, which sets a boot order that...
...9679; Enable/disable Dual Core CPU. ● Enable/disable HDD translation mode. 98 Chapter 5 Setup Utility When enabled, USB legacy support allows the following: ◦ Use of the fn key and left ctrl key. ● Enable/disable USB legacy support. Select Language Boot options Device Configurations To do this Change the Computer Setup language. ● Set an f9, f10, and f12 delay when starting up. ● Enable/disable CD-ROM boot. ● Enable/disable floppy boot. ● Enable/disable internal network adapter boot. ● Enable/disable MultiBoot, which sets a boot order that...
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... following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection To view resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. 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. Only users who have expert knowledge of the Computer folder. 3. In the System Properties window, select the Hardware tab. 4. Select Start > Computer. 2. Under System...
... following : ● Resources by type ● Resources by connection To view resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista: 1. 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. Only users who have expert knowledge of the Computer folder. 3. In the System Properties window, select the Hardware tab. 4. Select Start > Computer. 2. Under System...
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... spare part number 23, 27, 45 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 104 Bluetooth module removal 63 spare part number 23, 63 boot options 92, 98 boot order 92, 98 button sound 92 buttons power 10 TouchPad right/left 8 C cable kit, spare part number 23 cables, service considerations 35 camera module removal 72 spare part number 72 camera, product description 4 caps lock light, identifying 9 Card Reader Power Saving 92 changing the language of Setup Utility 89 chipset, product description 1 compartments memory module 15 components additional hardware...
... spare part number 23, 27, 45 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications 104 Bluetooth module removal 63 spare part number 23, 63 boot options 92, 98 boot order 92, 98 button sound 92 buttons power 10 TouchPad right/left 8 C cable kit, spare part number 23 cables, service considerations 35 camera module removal 72 spare part number 72 camera, product description 4 caps lock light, identifying 9 Card Reader Power Saving 92 changing the language of Setup Utility 89 chipset, product description 1 compartments memory module 15 components additional hardware...
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... RJ-45 (network 14 K keyboard product description 5 removal 52 spare part numbers 20, 52 keys esc 11 fn 11 function 11 navigation 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L LAN Power Saving 92 language support 92 latch, battery release 15 legacy support, USB 94, 98 light power 9 lights caps lock 9 Digital Media Slot 14 optical drive 13 webcam 12 wireless 9 M Main menu 91 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 23 memory module product description 3 removal 50 spare part numbers 21, 50 memory module compartment, identifying...
... RJ-45 (network 14 K keyboard product description 5 removal 52 spare part numbers 20, 52 keys esc 11 fn 11 function 11 navigation 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L LAN Power Saving 92 language support 92 latch, battery release 15 legacy support, USB 94, 98 light power 9 lights caps lock 9 Digital Media Slot 14 optical drive 13 webcam 12 wireless 9 M Main menu 91 mass storage devices, spare part numbers 23 memory module product description 3 removal 50 spare part numbers 21, 50 memory module compartment, identifying...
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...part numbers 22, 78 Processor C6 State 92 product description audio 4 camera 4 chipset 1 diskette drive 4 display panel 3 Ethernet 4 external media cards 5 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 5 memory module 3 microphone 4 modem module 4 operating system 6 optical drives 3 pointing devices 5 ports 5 power requirements 6 processors 1 product name 1 security 6 serviceability 6 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 106 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 111 recovering from the recovery discs 111 recovery discs 106, 107 Recovery Manager 106, 111 recovery partition...
...part numbers 22, 78 Processor C6 State 92 product description audio 4 camera 4 chipset 1 diskette drive 4 display panel 3 Ethernet 4 external media cards 5 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 5 memory module 3 microphone 4 modem module 4 operating system 6 optical drives 3 pointing devices 5 ports 5 power requirements 6 processors 1 product name 1 security 6 serviceability 6 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 106 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 111 recovering from the recovery discs 111 recovery discs 106, 107 Recovery Manager 106, 111 recovery partition...
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... spare part number 20, 54 TouchPad buttons 8 identifying 8 removal 59 TouchPad button board spare part number 59 TouchPad zone identifying 8 transporting guidelines 37 U Universal Serial Bus (USB) port, pin assignments 117 USB board removal 65 spare part number 22, 65 USB legacy support 94, 98 USB ports, identifying 13, 14 using Setup Utility 89 using system restore 110 V vents, identifying 14, 15 Virtualization Technology 92 W webcam identifying 12 webcam light, identifying 12 Webcam module spare part number 25 Windows applications key, identifying 11 Windows logo key, identifying 11 wireless...
... spare part number 20, 54 TouchPad buttons 8 identifying 8 removal 59 TouchPad button board spare part number 59 TouchPad zone identifying 8 transporting guidelines 37 U Universal Serial Bus (USB) port, pin assignments 117 USB board removal 65 spare part number 22, 65 USB legacy support 94, 98 USB ports, identifying 13, 14 using Setup Utility 89 using system restore 110 V vents, identifying 14, 15 Virtualization Technology 92 W webcam identifying 12 webcam light, identifying 12 Webcam module spare part number 25 Windows applications key, identifying 11 Windows logo key, identifying 11 wireless...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... sound when connected to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects a network cable. Connects optional USB devices. Left-side components Component (1) External monitor port (2) Vent (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) USB ports (2) (6) Audio-in use. 8 Chapter 1 Features It is in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to optional powered...
... sound when connected to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects a network cable. Connects optional USB devices. Left-side components Component (1) External monitor port (2) Vent (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) USB ports (2) (6) Audio-in use. 8 Chapter 1 Features It is in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack (8) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (9) Drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to optional powered...
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... Help and Support. 20 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to use. Cannot connect to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on the side of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. In...
... Help and Support. 20 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to use. Cannot connect to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. The listing for a WLAN device may be sure that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on the side of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. In...
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... Windows device drivers You can check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. This feature can be prompted to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on your computer model number in the search box, and then press enter...
... Windows device drivers You can check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. This feature can be prompted to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. To use Windows Update: 1. Follow the on your computer model number in the search box, and then press enter...
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... enabled and the computer is on or in Sleep, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in Sleep, the computer remains briefly in Windows Control Panel. Preferences set at the factory. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Using battery power 67 To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays...
... enabled and the computer is on or in Sleep, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in Sleep, the computer remains briefly in Windows Control Panel. Preferences set at the factory. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Using battery power 67 To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays...
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... on how you send your computer information. Passwords can be set , changed, or deleted, it in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Critical security updates from Microsoft Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password Using passwords A password is essential to act as deterrents, but they...
... on how you send your computer information. Passwords can be set , changed, or deleted, it in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on password ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Critical security updates from Microsoft Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password Using passwords A password is essential to act as deterrents, but they...
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...) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Action Keys Mode Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Run a comprehensive self-test on a secondary hard drive. Set the following boot options: ● POST hotkey delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk...
...) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Action Keys Mode Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Run a comprehensive self-test on a secondary hard drive. Set the following boot options: ● POST hotkey delay (sec.)―Set the delay for : ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk...
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... Support for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to improve the security of your computer. Install the updates. 100 Chapter 11 Software updates If your computer may be available on the computer. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The BIOS initializes the operating...
... Support for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to improve the security of your computer. Install the updates. 100 Chapter 11 Software updates If your computer may be available on the computer. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The BIOS initializes the operating...
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..., remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that has an .exe extension (for your hard drive designation. To download a BIOS update: 1. Make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The system automatically shuts down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. During the download and installation, follow...
..., remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that has an .exe extension (for your hard drive designation. To download a BIOS update: 1. Make a note of the path to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The system automatically shuts down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. During the download and installation, follow...
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... to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer. Click your country or region. 2. Open your Web browser, go to your computer model number in the Search box, and then press enter. 3. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed...
... to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer. Click your country or region. 2. Open your Web browser, go to your computer model number in the Search box, and then press enter. 3. If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed...
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... bays battery 9 hard drive 9 BIOS, updating 101 Blu-ray Disc playing 43 removing 48 Bluetooth device 13, 19 Bluetooth label 12 boot options 99 boot order 99 button sound 99 buttons power 4 TouchPad right/left 2, 24 C cables LAN 22 USB 80 calibrating battery 68 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 99 CD copying 46 playing 43 removing 48 CD drive 41, 74 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 96 charging batteries 66, 68 checking audio functions 36 compartments memory module 9 components additional hardware...
... bays battery 9 hard drive 9 BIOS, updating 101 Blu-ray Disc playing 43 removing 48 Bluetooth device 13, 19 Bluetooth label 12 boot options 99 boot order 99 button sound 99 buttons power 4 TouchPad right/left 2, 24 C cables LAN 22 USB 80 calibrating battery 68 caps lock light, identifying 3 Card Reader Power Saving 99 CD copying 46 playing 43 removing 48 CD drive 41, 74 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 96 charging batteries 66, 68 checking audio functions 36 compartments memory module 9 components additional hardware...
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...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 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 12 modem approval 12 service tag 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 LAN Power Saving 99 language support 99 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) cable required 22 connecting cable 22 low battery level 67 M Main menu 98 maintenance Disk Cleanup 75 Disk Defragmenter 75 managing a power-on password 91 managing...
...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 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 12 modem approval 12 service tag 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 LAN Power Saving 99 language support 99 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) cable required 22 connecting cable 22 low battery level 67 M Main menu 98 maintenance Disk Cleanup 75 Disk Defragmenter 75 managing a power-on password 91 managing...
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... 7 removing 49 using 40 optical drive light, identifying 7 P passwords administrator 90 power-on 90 set in Setup Utility 89 set in Windows 89 performing a recovery 109 ports external monitor 8, 37 HDMI 8, 38 USB 7, 8, 80 power connecting 63 conserving 70 power button, identifying 4 power connector, identifying 7 power cord, identifying 11 power light, identifying 3 power-on password creating 91 entering 91 managing 91 Processor C6 State 99 Product Key 12 product name and number, computer 12 programs, updating 103 projector, connecting 37 public WLAN connection 18 R readable media...
... 7 removing 49 using 40 optical drive light, identifying 7 P passwords administrator 90 power-on 90 set in Setup Utility 89 set in Windows 89 performing a recovery 109 ports external monitor 8, 37 HDMI 8, 38 USB 7, 8, 80 power connecting 63 conserving 70 power button, identifying 4 power connector, identifying 7 power cord, identifying 11 power light, identifying 3 power-on password creating 91 entering 91 managing 91 Processor C6 State 99 Product Key 12 product name and number, computer 12 programs, updating 103 projector, connecting 37 public WLAN connection 18 R readable media...