Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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.../DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Set the following boot options: ● f9 and f10 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f9 and f10 functions of the Setup Utility in DC mode. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable the capacitive button...
.../DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the Setup Utility language. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. Set the following boot options: ● f9 and f10 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f9 and f10 functions of the Setup Utility in DC mode. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable the capacitive button...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... system ROM. Refer to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for more information. 2. Most software and BIOS updates on the computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Install the updates. 1 The BIOS initializes the operating system...
... system ROM. Refer to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for more information. 2. Most software and BIOS updates on the computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Install the updates. 1 The BIOS initializes the operating system...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... external power using the AC adapter. While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. To exit the Setup Utility, use the Setup Utility for Startup Menu" message is displayed. 3. b. Follow the instructions on your computer. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in Windows) or by turning on the HP Web site that is connected to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Determining the BIOS...
... external power using the AC adapter. While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. To exit the Setup Utility, use the Setup Utility for Startup Menu" message is displayed. 3. b. Follow the instructions on your computer. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in Windows) or by turning on the HP Web site that is connected to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. Determining the BIOS...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. Open your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Click Install now to your specific product from the models listed. 4. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated driver...
... locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. Open your Internet browser, go to install. 7. Click Install now to your specific product from the models listed. 4. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software If prompted to do this, click Download only to save the file to install the updated driver...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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If no WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Refer to improve the security of...
If no WLAN device is listed, either your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Refer to improve the security of...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... easy to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for more efficiently. You may set it to run more than an hour to your computer manually at least once a month...
... easy to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for more efficiently. You may set it to run more than an hour to your computer manually at least once a month...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... Device Manager, click the plus sign (+) next to uninstall and reinstall (for anything requiring drivers. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are once again listed. 8. Windows scans your computer model number in the section "Obtaining the latest HP device drivers." Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Follow either of the computer. - Click OK. 4. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for example, DVD/CD-ROMs...
... Device Manager, click the plus sign (+) next to uninstall and reinstall (for anything requiring drivers. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are once again listed. 8. Windows scans your computer model number in the section "Obtaining the latest HP device drivers." Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Follow either of the computer. - Click OK. 4. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for example, DVD/CD-ROMs...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to install. 7. Click Install now to install Microsoft Update. Click Security & Updates. 3. Follow the on your hard drive. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Click Download only to save the file to get the latest updates for updates to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Click Microsoft Update to your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 4. 3. To use Microsoft Update: 1. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update...
... install Microsoft device drivers when new devices are connected to install. 7. Click Install now to install Microsoft Update. Click Security & Updates. 3. Follow the on your hard drive. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. Click Download only to save the file to get the latest updates for updates to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. Click Microsoft Update to your computer operating system, programs, and hardware. 4. 3. To use Microsoft Update: 1. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... 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 changing region setting 6 copying 7 drive 2 playing 5 removing 8 DVD drive 3 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 hard drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 O optical disc Blu-ray 5 removing 8 using 3, 4 optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk...
... 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 changing region setting 6 copying 7 drive 2 playing 5 removing 8 DVD drive 3 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 hard drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 O optical disc Blu-ray 5 removing 8 using 3, 4 optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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... video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connect optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (select models only) (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (8) Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Description Connects an AC adapter. ● On: The computer is connected to external power. Connects a network cable. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory...
... video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connect optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (select models only) (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (select models only) (8) Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Description Connects an AC adapter. ● On: The computer is connected to external power. Connects a network cable. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... optional video or audio device, such as your media program. Determining the type of graphics card is installed on your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to the HDMI port on your computer ▲ Check the label on the computer. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager, and then click Display adapters. To connect a video or audio device to the computer. Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only) To configure, first connect an audio or video device...
... optional video or audio device, such as your media program. Determining the type of graphics card is installed on your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to the HDMI port on your computer ▲ Check the label on the computer. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager, and then click Display adapters. To connect a video or audio device to the computer. Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only) To configure, first connect an audio or video device...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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To use Microsoft Update: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Click your hard drive. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Open your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of the number) in the product box...
To use Microsoft Update: 1. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Click your hard drive. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Open your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of the number) in the product box...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... to a disc or an external media card. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer turns off. If the computer is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. You can exit Sleep in any...
... to a disc or an external media card. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer turns off. If the computer is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. You can exit Sleep in any...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... battery: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is recharged, the battery light on the computer turns off , turn it on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. When the battery is off . or - Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged...
... battery: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is recharged, the battery light on the computer turns off , turn it on -screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. When the battery is off . or - Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... power button and hold for an extended period To shut down the computer: NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery...
... power button and hold for an extended period To shut down the computer: NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery...
Service Guide
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... parts catalog Serial number location 3-1 Computer major components 3-2 Display assembly components 3-9 Plastics Kit 3-11 Mass storage devices 3-12 Miscellaneous parts 3-13 Sequential part number listing 3-14 4 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements 4-1 Tools required 4-1 Service considerations 4-1 Grounding guidelines 4-2 Unknown user password 4-4 Component replacement procedures 4-5 Serial number 4-5 Computer feet 4-6 Battery 4-7 Optical drive 4-8 Hard drive 4-10 RTC battery 4-12 Memory module 4-13 WLAN module 4-15 Keyboard 4-17 Keyboard...
... parts catalog Serial number location 3-1 Computer major components 3-2 Display assembly components 3-9 Plastics Kit 3-11 Mass storage devices 3-12 Miscellaneous parts 3-13 Sequential part number listing 3-14 4 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements 4-1 Tools required 4-1 Service considerations 4-1 Grounding guidelines 4-2 Unknown user password 4-4 Component replacement procedures 4-5 Serial number 4-5 Computer feet 4-6 Battery 4-7 Optical drive 4-8 Hard drive 4-10 RTC battery 4-12 Memory module 4-13 WLAN module 4-15 Keyboard 4-17 Keyboard...
Service Guide
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...; xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M On: The Digital Media Slot is in use. Connects a modem cable. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. Left-side components Item Component 1 Power connector 2 AC adapter light 3 External monitor port 4 RJ-45 (network) jack 5 HDMI port (select models only) 6 USB port 7 Digital Media Slot (select models only) 8 Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Function Connects an AC...
...; xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M On: The Digital Media Slot is in use. Connects a modem cable. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. Left-side components Item Component 1 Power connector 2 AC adapter light 3 External monitor port 4 RJ-45 (network) jack 5 HDMI port (select models only) 6 USB port 7 Digital Media Slot (select models only) 8 Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Function Connects an AC...
Service Guide
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The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service tag. When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the bottom of the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components...
The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service tag. When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the bottom of the computer. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components...
Service Guide
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.... All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 4-5 This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. There are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the computer. Connect AC power to determine...
.... All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 4-5 This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. There are needed when troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information: When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the computer. Connect AC power to determine...
Service Guide
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... 2-8 BIOS administrator password 5-3 Bluetooth module removal 4-35 spare part number 4-35 Bluetooth module cable 3-17 removal 4-35 spare part number 3-6, 3-17 Blu-ray disc specifications 6-4 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive product description 1-4 removal 4-9 spare part number 4-8 specifications 6-4 boot options 5-4 boot order 5-4 bottom components 2-8 Index Index built-in device Bluetooth device radio 2-8 modem 1-4 wireless button 2-3 WLAN device radio 2-8 buttons power 2-3 wireless 2-3 C cables, service consideration 4-1 caps lock light 2-2 chipset, product description 1-2 CMOS...
... 2-8 BIOS administrator password 5-3 Bluetooth module removal 4-35 spare part number 4-35 Bluetooth module cable 3-17 removal 4-35 spare part number 3-6, 3-17 Blu-ray disc specifications 6-4 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive product description 1-4 removal 4-9 spare part number 4-8 specifications 6-4 boot options 5-4 boot order 5-4 bottom components 2-8 Index Index built-in device Bluetooth device radio 2-8 modem 1-4 wireless button 2-3 WLAN device radio 2-8 buttons power 2-3 wireless 2-3 C cables, service consideration 4-1 caps lock light 2-2 chipset, product description 1-2 CMOS...