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Contents Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 17 Backing up your information 18 Using Windows Backup and Restore 19 Using system restore points 20 Performing a recovery 21 Recovering using the recovery discs 21 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 22 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 23 Input power 23 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 25 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 25 Traveling and shipping 26 Index iv Notebook Essentials
Contents Appendix A: Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs 17 Backing up your information 18 Using Windows Backup and Restore 19 Using system restore points 20 Performing a recovery 21 Recovering using the recovery discs 21 Recovering using the partition on the hard drive 22 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 23 Input power 23 Appendix C: Routine care Cleaning the display 25 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 25 Traveling and shipping 26 Index iv Notebook Essentials
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...® operating system, Help and Support includes these topics: ■ Information about the computer, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ■ How to help safeguard the computer ■ How to get the best performance from the battery ■ How to Help and Support does not...
...® operating system, Help and Support includes these topics: ■ Information about the computer, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ■ How to help safeguard the computer ■ How to get the best performance from the battery ■ How to Help and Support does not...
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... the computer from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on the modem cable that do not meet specific security criteria. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Chapter 2: What's next?
... the computer from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on the modem cable that do not meet specific security criteria. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Chapter 2: What's next?
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... have selected an unlisted ISP and the ISP has provided you do not have a disc from an ISP. ■ If you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Using the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard You can use an existing account, double-click an icon...
... have selected an unlisted ISP and the ISP has provided you do not have a disc from an ISP. ■ If you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Using the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard You can use an existing account, double-click an icon...
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... point allows you can reverse the restoration. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. Click Start, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then click System. 2. You also can then recover back to that point...
... point allows you can reverse the restoration. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. Click Start, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then click System. 2. You also can then recover back to that point...
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...to 40,000 ft Input power The power information in this computer. Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in the following specifications. Operating voltage 18.5 V 19.0 V Operating current 3.5 A 4.74 A... Smart adapters 65 W 90 W ✎ The computer operating voltage and current as well as the adapter wattage can be found on the system regulatory label on DC power, which can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be supplied by HP...
...to 40,000 ft Input power The power information in this computer. Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in the following specifications. Operating voltage 18.5 V 19.0 V Operating current 3.5 A 4.74 A... Smart adapters 65 W 90 W ✎ The computer operating voltage and current as well as the adapter wattage can be found on the system regulatory label on DC power, which can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be supplied by HP...
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Index A AC adapter 5 altitude specifications 23 antivirus software 3 B backing up 18 backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 18 backup suggestions 18 blank screen, troubleshooting 14 broadband Internet ... external devices, troubleshooting 15 F firewalls 4 full system recovery 17 H hardware identifying 1, 2 installing 11 Help and Support 1 Hibernation 14 HP Recovery Manager 17 humidity specifications 23 I IEC 60950 compliance 5, 15 image, switching, among display devices 14 Internet broadband access 6 choosing an ISP 6 choosing type of access 6 connecting to 6 dial-up ...
Index A AC adapter 5 altitude specifications 23 antivirus software 3 B backing up 18 backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 18 backup suggestions 18 blank screen, troubleshooting 14 broadband Internet ... external devices, troubleshooting 15 F firewalls 4 full system recovery 17 H hardware identifying 1, 2 installing 11 Help and Support 1 Hibernation 14 HP Recovery Manager 17 humidity specifications 23 I IEC 60950 compliance 5, 15 image, switching, among display devices 14 Internet broadband access 6 choosing an ISP 6 choosing type of access 6 connecting to 6 dial-up ...
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... software antivirus 3 identifying 2 installing 11 safeguarding information 17 troubleshooting 14 updating 11 solid-state drive (SSD) 21, 22 specifications altitude 23 humidity 23 input power 23 operating environment 23 temperature 23 28 startup problems, troubleshooting 13 surge protection 4 system ...recovery 17, 21 system restore points 17, 20 T temperature safety considerations 5, 15 specifications 23 troubleshooting 14 TouchPad, cleaning 25 traveling with the computer 23, 26 troubleshooting 13 blank screen 14 display problems 14 external...
... software antivirus 3 identifying 2 installing 11 safeguarding information 17 troubleshooting 14 updating 11 solid-state drive (SSD) 21, 22 specifications altitude 23 humidity 23 input power 23 operating environment 23 temperature 23 28 startup problems, troubleshooting 13 surge protection 4 system ...recovery 17, 21 system restore points 17, 20 T temperature safety considerations 5, 15 specifications 23 troubleshooting 14 TouchPad, cleaning 25 traveling with the computer 23, 26 troubleshooting 13 blank screen 14 display problems 14 external...
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... connection is very weak 22 Cannot connect to the wireless router 22 Using the modem (select models only 23 Connecting a modem cable 23 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 24 Selecting a location setting 24 Viewing the current location selection 24 Adding new locations when traveling 25 Solving travel connection problems 26...
... connection is very weak 22 Cannot connect to the wireless router 22 Using the modem (select models only 23 Connecting a modem cable 23 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 24 Selecting a location setting 24 Viewing the current location selection 24 Adding new locations when traveling 25 Solving travel connection problems 26...
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... connect a modem cable: 1. Immediately disconnect the modem cable if you accidentally connect it to a digital line can permanently damage the modem. In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only) or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11...
... connect a modem cable: 1. Immediately disconnect the modem cable if you accidentally connect it to a digital line can permanently damage the modem. In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only) or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11...
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... modem cable (included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection To view the current location... setting for the modem, follow these steps: 1. Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country.
... modem cable (included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection To view the current location... setting for the modem, follow these steps: 1. Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country.
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... zone will not activate the scrolling function. To enable or disable gestures, double-click the Synaptics icon in the following sections. To enable or disable a specific gesture, select Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse > Device settings > Settings, and then check or clear the check box next to the gesture you want...
... zone will not activate the scrolling function. To enable or disable gestures, double-click the Synaptics icon in the following sections. To enable or disable a specific gesture, select Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse > Device settings > Settings, and then check or clear the check box next to the gesture you want...
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... previous section of a DVD or a BD Press f6 to play, pause, or resume a track of an audio CD or a section of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that are using the external VGA video standard. NOTE: Depending on both the computer and the monitor. Press f1 to simultaneous display...
... previous section of a DVD or a BD Press f6 to play, pause, or resume a track of an audio CD or a section of the action keys opens a specific shortcut menu within that are using the external VGA video standard. NOTE: Depending on both the computer and the monitor. Press f1 to simultaneous display...
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...battery and also protects your work . To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Using battery power When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is plugged ... battery and is running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center...
...battery and also protects your work . To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Using battery power When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is plugged ... battery and is running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center...
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... cannot create an audio DVD with MP3 software installed. Select the kind of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. For specific instructions, refer to make unauthorized copies of disc you want to the folder where the source files are stored. 6. It is generally best for burning...
... cannot create an audio DVD with MP3 software installed. Select the kind of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. For specific instructions, refer to make unauthorized copies of disc you want to the folder where the source files are stored. 6. It is generally best for burning...
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...the file to install. 7. Try to install the updated driver. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your computer. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and ...installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, enter your country or region. 2. Proceed to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer...
...the file to install. 7. Try to install the updated driver. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your computer. When prompted, click Save, and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. Windows scans your system for installed hardware and ...installs default drivers for software and driver downloads, enter your country or region. 2. Proceed to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer...
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To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device. ▲ To ...
To add more information about device-specific software, refer to the USB port. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device. ▲ To ...
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... of the Setup Utility menu items listed in Windows. Enter, change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Then use the arrow keys to the menu display. NOTE...
... of the Setup Utility menu items listed in Windows. Enter, change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Then use the arrow keys to the menu display. NOTE...
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...you may be able to your operating system. 5. Select your computer. Click Install now to install. 7. To do so, restart your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click ...Save, and then select a storage location on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Proceed to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to step...
...you may be able to your operating system. 5. Select your computer. Click Install now to install. 7. To do so, restart your specific product from the models listed. 4. After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click ...Save, and then select a storage location on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Proceed to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to step...
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.... 110 Appendix C Backup and recovery Click System Restore. 5. A system restore point allows you are creating a system restore point. NOTE: Recovering to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing...
.... 110 Appendix C Backup and recovery Click System Restore. 5. A system restore point allows you are creating a system restore point. NOTE: Recovering to a restore point (created at a specific point in time. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing...