Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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... Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords You can be easily discovered by an outsider. Several types of up to 8 letters and numbers and is essential to record each password you want to control access to secure your information. You can be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions...
... Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords You can be easily discovered by an outsider. Several types of up to 8 letters and numbers and is essential to record each password you want to control access to secure your information. You can be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD/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. Run a diagnostic test on a secondary hard drive. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. When enabled, the computer fan...
... boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD/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. Run a diagnostic test on a secondary hard drive. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. When enabled, saves power when the computer is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. When enabled, the computer fan...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... updates. 1 Identify your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. Access the updates on the system ROM...
... updates. 1 Identify your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. Access the updates on the system ROM...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... Startup Menu" message is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the computer, you want to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Open the Setup Utility by opening the Setup Utility. When the Main menu is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to know the version of the screen, press f10. 2. You may need to an optional power source. Identify the BIOS update...
... Startup Menu" message is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the computer, you want to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Open the Setup Utility by opening the Setup Utility. When the Main menu is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to know the version of the screen, press f10. 2. You may need to an optional power source. Identify the BIOS update...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... a storage location on your operating system. 5. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. If you may be able to your specific product from the models listed. 4. Proceed to install. 7. Open your Internet browser, go to install the updated driver. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. 4 Updating software NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the...
... a storage location on your operating system. 5. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. If you may be able to your specific product from the models listed. 4. Proceed to install. 7. Open your Internet browser, go to install the updated driver. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. 4 Updating software NOTE: In some locations you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your computer. Cannot connect...
... Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. The listing for a WLAN device may be prompted for your computer. Cannot connect...
Drives - Windows 7
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3 Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 2. Connect the drive to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±...
3 Using external drives Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 2. Connect the drive to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±...
Drives - Windows 7
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... safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Click Defragment disk. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. NOTE: Windows® includes the User...
... safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Click Defragment disk. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. NOTE: Windows® includes the User...
Drives - Windows 7
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..., in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. 3. Shut down on by pressing the power button. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. Save your work. 2. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13 Do not remove the hard drive while the...
..., in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. 3. Shut down on by pressing the power button. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. Save your work. 2. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13 Do not remove the hard drive while the...
Drives - Windows 7
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... for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Open your Internet browser, go to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 2. When the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. or - If you have not previously set to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the Windows 7 operating system...
... for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Open your Internet browser, go to automatically check for and install updates for updates. 2. When the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. or - If you have not previously set to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the Windows 7 operating system...
Drives - Windows 7
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... 6 removing 10 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe 3 E external drive 11 H hard disk drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 hard drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 O optical 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 drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting...
... 6 removing 10 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe 3 E external drive 11 H hard disk drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 hard drive external 11 installing 14 removing 13 replacing 13 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 12 Disk Defragmenter 12 O optical 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 drivers 20 Index 21 optical drive DVD burning 9, 19 changing region setting...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. 2 Components Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (5) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This...
... To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. 2 Components Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (5) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... in use. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The Digital Media Slot is designed to the computer. Left-side components 9 Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: The security cable is in this location. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may include an HDMI port or a USB port...
... in use. Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The Digital Media Slot is designed to the computer. Left-side components 9 Connects an optional USB device. NOTE: The security cable is in this location. Connects a network cable. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may include an HDMI port or a USB port...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... period for your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦ Model description (4). This is unique to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). You may need this information when traveling internationally. If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information...
... period for your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (5). The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦ Model description (4). This is unique to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). You may need this information when traveling internationally. If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for this information...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. 1 Using pointing devices Component Description (1) TouchPad on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on /off...
... view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. 1 Using pointing devices Component Description (1) TouchPad on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on /off...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... want the pointer to the computer using the TouchPad scroll zone, slide your computer, and select Mouse settings. Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to go. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on the computer. 2 Chapter 1 Using pointing devices To scroll up and down using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. NOTE: If you are using the TouchPad to move the pointer, slide...
... want the pointer to the computer using the TouchPad scroll zone, slide your computer, and select Mouse settings. Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to go. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on the computer. 2 Chapter 1 Using pointing devices To scroll up and down using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. NOTE: If you are using the TouchPad to move the pointer, slide...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... the file to use your specific product from the optical drive. 2. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on your computer. Try to your hard drive. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. To do this, click Download only to delete the device, but do so, restart your computer model number in the following sections. In the Device Manager window, click the...
... the file to use your specific product from the optical drive. 2. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on your computer. Try to your hard drive. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. To do this, click Download only to delete the device, but do so, restart your computer model number in the following sections. In the Device Manager window, click the...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... you are charging a new battery, charge it . Charging a battery WARNING! NOTE: If the computer is on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in the notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for one month or more , or is fully charged, in a cool, dry location. 12 Chapter 3 Using battery power The battery light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached...
... you are charging a new battery, charge it . Charging a battery WARNING! NOTE: If the computer is on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in the notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for one month or more , or is fully charged, in a cool, dry location. 12 Chapter 3 Using battery power The battery light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... Change plan settings. 3. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Calibrating a battery 15 Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Insert the battery into external power until the battery is also not necessary to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. The battery light on . 3. Click OK. 10. Click Save changes. Connect the computer to calibrate a new battery. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. It is fully charged. Change the On battery setting to...
... Change plan settings. 3. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Calibrating a battery 15 Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Insert the battery into external power until the battery is also not necessary to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. The battery light on . 3. Click OK. 10. Click Save changes. Connect the computer to calibrate a new battery. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. It is fully charged. Change the On battery setting to...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... power management with Intel Matrix Storage Manager Technology. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Procedures for the SATA Advanced Host Controller...
... power management with Intel Matrix Storage Manager Technology. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs, building an image, and switching to SATA AHCI mode Using Sysprep with Serial ATA hard disk drives. Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with Intel® Application Accelerator drivers. Procedures for the SATA Advanced Host Controller...