Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your information and restoring it in case of a system failure: ●... included for the presence of system failure or instability. ● Backing up your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs have a recovery partition...
... (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your information and restoring it in case of a system failure: ●... included for the presence of system failure or instability. ● Backing up your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs have a recovery partition...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...these steps: a. 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. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable..., or cord. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Access the page on the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you are already in...
...these steps: a. 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. When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable..., or cord. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. Access the page on the screen to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you are already in...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...it later. Click your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Click Install now to step 6. 3.... or - Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software NOTE: In some locations you...
...it later. Click your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Click Install now to step 6. 3.... or - Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software NOTE: In some locations you...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... Manager, which enables you to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, no wireless connections are available or all wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless button or ... more network devices are connected to a wired or wireless network. Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are on. Also identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer....
... Manager, which enables you to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, no wireless connections are available or all wireless network devices are disabled by the wireless button or ... more network devices are connected to a wired or wireless network. Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are on. Also identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer....
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... purchasing a wireless networking device. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices. Before working your network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or...
... purchasing a wireless networking device. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices. Before working your network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only. NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 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 a WLAN 19 Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list.
... to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 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 a WLAN 19 Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed 21 If the WLAN device you are using was ...consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Get the latest version of the WLAN...
Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed 21 If the WLAN device you are using was ...consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Get the latest version of the WLAN...
Drives - Windows 7
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... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 19 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 19 A device driver must be reinstalled ...19 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 20 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 20 iii
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 19 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 19 A device driver must be reinstalled ...19 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 20 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 20 iii
Drives - Windows 7
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...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to the computer...
...-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to the computer...
Drives - Windows 7
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...In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. Then in the Device ...the optical drive is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Look for this device. The computer does not ...
...In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. Then in the Device ...the optical drive is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to see if the device is listed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Look for this device. The computer does not ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...to play a DVD. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. When prompted, confirm that you want to delete. 5. Try running your drivers using the right kind of disc for more information about disc types. ●... and click Uninstall. The process of burning a disc does not begin , or it stops before completion ● Be sure that all other drivers you want to uninstall and reinstall (for hardware changes in the toolbar. See your user guides for your drive. DVD Play is installed on ...
...to play a DVD. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. When prompted, confirm that you want to delete. 5. Try running your drivers using the right kind of disc for more information about disc types. ●... and click Uninstall. The process of burning a disc does not begin , or it stops before completion ● Be sure that all other drivers you want to uninstall and reinstall (for hardware changes in the toolbar. See your user guides for your drive. DVD Play is installed on ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... provided. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Click Install now to install the updated driver. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of...
... provided. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Click Install now to install the updated driver. To do so, restart your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of...
Drives - Windows 7
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...with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 3 C CD burning 9, 19 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 11 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 20 Windows drivers 20 Disk Cleanup software 12 Disk Defragmenter software 12 disk performance 12 diskette drive 11 drives caring for 1 diskette 11 external 11 hard 11... disc playing 6 removing 10 optical drive 2, 11 R region codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 T troubleshooting burning discs 19 device driver 19 disc play 18 HP device drivers 20 optical disc tray 16 optical drive detection 17 Windows...
...with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 3 C CD burning 9, 19 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 11 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 20 Windows drivers 20 Disk Cleanup software 12 Disk Defragmenter software 12 disk performance 12 diskette drive 11 drives caring for 1 diskette 11 external 11 hard 11... disc playing 6 removing 10 optical drive 2, 11 R region codes, DVD 7 S software Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 T troubleshooting burning discs 19 device driver 19 disc play 18 HP device drivers 20 optical disc tray 16 optical drive detection 17 Windows...
External Devices - Windows 7
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... of the device in the notification area, at the left side of the taskbar. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. NOTE: To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden icons...
... of the device in the notification area, at the left side of the taskbar. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to safely remove a USB device. NOTE: To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden icons...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... operating system. You may need the Product Key to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). The modem approval label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ● Microsoft®...
... operating system. You may need the Product Key to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). The modem approval label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ● Microsoft®...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... questions about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to use a hotkey command on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...
... questions about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to use a hotkey command on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 24 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 24 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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...the corresponding jacks on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Open Windows Media Player or DVD Play and play back the sound. NOTE: For best ..., speak directly into the microphone. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the information provided with the device. ...
...the corresponding jacks on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Click Sound. 4. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Open Windows Media Player or DVD Play and play back the sound. NOTE: For best ..., speak directly into the microphone. To connect external devices such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the information provided with the device. ...