Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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... to control access to secure your computer information. CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password immediately and store it in a secure place. Use the following guidelines when setting a password in Setup Utility: ● A password can be set . For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords...
... to control access to secure your computer information. CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password immediately and store it in a secure place. Use the following guidelines when setting a password in Setup Utility: ● A password can be set . For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To do this menu option is in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key ◦...
...) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To do this menu option is in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key ◦...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Refer to improve the security of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify your computer is stored on the system ROM. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed...
... connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Refer to improve the security of the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify your computer is stored on the system ROM. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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..., remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other system information is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your hard drive. Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for displaying BIOS...
..., remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other system information is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your hard drive. Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for displaying BIOS...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If you may be able to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to do this, click Download only to save the file to download the driver and install it later. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software Open your specific product from the models listed...
... install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. If you may be able to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to do this, click Download only to save the file to download the driver and install it later. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software Open your specific product from the models listed...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for more information. 1. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer...
...: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for more information. 1. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, Wi-Fi, or 802.11. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 2. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer...
Drives - Windows 7
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... that the AC power cord is unplugged. 1. 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±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 computer. 2. To connect an external drive to the...
... that the AC power cord is unplugged. 1. 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±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 computer. 2. To connect an external drive to the...
Drives - Windows 7
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Click Defragment disk. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to improve the security of your permission or password for more information. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run more efficiently. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for your...
Click Defragment disk. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to improve the security of your permission or password for more information. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. 4 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you can run more efficiently. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for your...
Drives - Windows 7
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... computer and close the display. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Turn the computer upside down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Save your work. 2. 5 Replacing the hard drive in Hibernation. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. To remove the hard drive: 1. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13 With the hard drive bay toward you are...
... computer and close the display. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Turn the computer upside down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Save your work. 2. 5 Replacing the hard drive in Hibernation. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. To remove the hard drive: 1. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13 With the hard drive bay toward you are...
Drives - Windows 7
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... and install updates for updates. 3. NOTE: If you have not previously set to your computer. When the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Proceed to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click the option for updates. 2. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update.
... and install updates for updates. 3. NOTE: If you have not previously set to your computer. When the list of the device. 20 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can check for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Proceed to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click the option for updates. 2. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update.
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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... and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. 2 Chapter 2 Components 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...
... and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings. 2 Chapter 2 Components 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...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... the illustration in use. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Left-side components NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from being mishandled or stolen. Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vent (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 Attaches an optional security cable to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is in this location.
... the illustration in use. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Left-side components NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from being mishandled or stolen. Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Vent (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 Attaches an optional security cable to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is in this location.
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... a service technician to the bottom of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the warranty period for use . You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. An optional device may need this information available when you contact technical support. If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2).
... a service technician to the bottom of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the warranty period for use . You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. An optional device may need this information available when you contact technical support. If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2).
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... or activates items on /off button (2) TouchPad* (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Setting pointing device preferences 1 Scrolls up...
... or activates items on /off button (2) TouchPad* (3) Left TouchPad button* (4) TouchPad light (5) TouchPad scroll zone Enables/disables the TouchPad. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. Setting pointing device preferences 1 Scrolls up...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... in the direction you must lift your finger from the TouchPad 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 the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function. To scroll up and down using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, you want the pointer to the...
... in the direction you must lift your finger from the TouchPad 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 the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function. To scroll up and down using one of the USB ports on an external mouse. Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, you want the pointer to the...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... the file to update your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for software and driver downloads, type your drivers using the procedures in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the option for hardware changes. If you may need to install. 7. NOTE: In some locations you want...
... the file to update your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for software and driver downloads, type your drivers using the procedures in the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Click the option for hardware changes. If you may need to install. 7. NOTE: In some locations you want...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... charging a new battery, charge it is fully charged, in a cool, dry location. 12 Chapter 3 Using battery power To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. The battery light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached a low battery level or critical battery level and is not charging. ● Off: The battery is not being used or charged...
... charging a new battery, charge it is fully charged, in a cool, dry location. 12 Chapter 3 Using battery power To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. The battery light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached a low battery level or critical battery level and is not charging. ● Off: The battery is not being used or charged...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... into external power until the battery is also not necessary to calibrate a new battery. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Change the Turn off . Click OK. 10. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings listed in the notification area, and then click More power options. - or - Calibrating a battery 15 Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under Hibernate after so that you can reset it should not need...
... into external power until the battery is also not necessary to calibrate a new battery. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Change the Turn off . Click OK. 10. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings listed in the notification area, and then click More power options. - or - Calibrating a battery 15 Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under Hibernate after so that you can reset it should not need...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. Page 6 Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with SATA in AHCI or NATIVE mode Adding SATA drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Procedures for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs...
... could affect hard disk drive performance and reliability. Page 6 Updates to the Intel Matrix Storage Manager driver are configured with SATA in AHCI or NATIVE mode Adding SATA drivers using WinPE can be located at the following URL: http://bizsupport2.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01600726/c01600726.pdf. Procedures for adding SATA drivers to RIS (Remote Installation Service) installation points include: Adding SATA drivers to installation CDs...