Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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... failure or instability. System restore points allow you to reverse undesirable changes to your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up your information regularly to recover your important system files. ● Creating ...to help you should continue to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). NOTE: Computers with the following tasks for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery ...
... failure or instability. System restore points allow you to reverse undesirable changes to your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up your information regularly to recover your important system files. ● Creating ...to help you should continue to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). NOTE: Computers with the following tasks for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery ...
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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... your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for your computer. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Access the page on... the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. When the Main menu is later than those currently installed on the screen to download ...
... your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for your computer. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Access the page on... the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. When the Main menu is later than those currently installed on the screen to download ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... so, restart 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 hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to install.... 7. Proceed to install the updated driver. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in...
... so, restart 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 hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to install.... 7. Proceed to install the updated driver. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... of your network drivers are installed and one or more of the wireless devices are off. Also identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device ...) Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless (connected) Wireless (disconnected) Description Identifies the location of your network drivers are installed, no wireless connections are available or all wireless devices are disabled in Windows® Control Panel, and no network...
... of your network drivers are installed and one or more of the wireless devices are off. Also identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device ...) Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless (connected) Wireless (disconnected) Description Identifies the location of your network drivers are installed, no wireless connections are available or all wireless devices are disabled in Windows® Control Panel, and no network...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Before working your network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the network you may add...
...: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Before working your network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the network you may add...
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 more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. You...
... 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 more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. You...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. 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. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. The driver must be displayed. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www....hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed 21 If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for ...
...not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. 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. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. The driver must be displayed. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www....hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed 21 If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for ...
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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...see if the device is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. Right-click the optical device listing to help you suspect... that the optical drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Windows scans your system for this device. Look for hardware changes. If you ...
...see if the device is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall ● Scan for an optical drive listing. Right-click the optical device listing to help you suspect... that the optical drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Windows scans your system for this device. Look for hardware changes. If you ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...category in the toolbar. The process of burning a disc does not begin , or it stops before completion 19 If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are copying a disc, save the information on the source disc to your system for installed hardware and installs ...on the computer and is installed on ). 4. DVD Play is also available from the optical drive. 2. Remove any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. Then in the following sections. NOTE: If you may need to delete the...
...category in the toolbar. The process of burning a disc does not begin , or it stops before completion 19 If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you are copying a disc, save the information on the source disc to your system for installed hardware and installs ...on the computer and is installed on ). 4. DVD Play is also available from the optical drive. 2. Remove any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall. Then in the following sections. NOTE: If you may need to delete the...
Drives - Windows 7
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...to save the file to your hard drive. Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Click Install now to step 6. 3. To use the HP Web site to obtain HP device drivers: 1. Follow the on your computer. or - After the file is displayed...you will be prompted to enter settings before you can check for updates. 3. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of...
...to save the file to your hard drive. Proceed to install the updated driver. When the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Click Install now to step 6. 3. To use the HP Web site to obtain HP device drivers: 1. Follow the on your computer. or - After the file is displayed...you will be prompted to enter settings before you can check for updates. 3. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of...
Drives - Windows 7
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...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 drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing... 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 ...
...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 drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing... 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 ...
External Devices - Windows 7
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To remove a USB device: 1. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to remove the device. 3. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right ...
To remove a USB device: 1. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to remove the device. 3. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right ...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the computer. You may need this computer. The modem approval label is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. An optional device may need the Product Key to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦...
... approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the computer. You may need this computer. The modem approval label is affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information when traveling internationally. An optional device may need the Product Key to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... Increase screen brightness. fn+plus key (on the integrated numeric keypad) 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, and then briefly press the second...
... Increase screen brightness. fn+plus key (on the integrated numeric keypad) 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, 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 device. For additional safety information, refer to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab...
... the device. For additional safety information, refer to the correct jack on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab...