Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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HP Notebook PCs - Perform a Hard Reset 1. Reconnect the AC power adapter (do hard reset If memory or hard drive components were replaced, reinstall original components Remove memory modules and replace one-at-a-time If possible, boot to the notebook. Check AC adapter wiring and power connection to resolve problems when computer ...least 15 seconds. 3. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning.
HP Notebook PCs - Perform a Hard Reset 1. Reconnect the AC power adapter (do hard reset If memory or hard drive components were replaced, reinstall original components Remove memory modules and replace one-at-a-time If possible, boot to the notebook. Check AC adapter wiring and power connection to resolve problems when computer ...least 15 seconds. 3. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning.
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...Web. They are available on your computer. Sign up to reducing the environmental impact of Microsoft Corporation. Windows Users Looking for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, ...Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The only warranties for HP products and services are U.S. You can find them on your computer. Windows and Windows Vista are set forth in Help and Support. Nothing...
...Web. They are available on your computer. Sign up to reducing the environmental impact of Microsoft Corporation. Windows Users Looking for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, ...Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The only warranties for HP products and services are U.S. You can find them on your computer. Windows and Windows Vista are set forth in Help and Support. Nothing...
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... but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Notebook Essentials iii Contents Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support 1 Finding the user guides 1 Identifying installed software and hardware 2 Chapter 2: What's next...
... but not responding 14 The computer is unusually warm 14 An external device is not working 15 The wireless network connection is not working 15 Notebook Essentials iii Contents Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support 1 Finding the user guides 1 Identifying installed software and hardware 2 Chapter 2: What's next...
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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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Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. Notebook Essentials 1 In addition to providing information about the Windows® operating system, Help and Support includes these topics: ■ Information about the computer, such as ...
Chapter 1: Finding information Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. Notebook Essentials 1 In addition to providing information about the Windows® operating system, Help and Support includes these topics: ■ Information about the computer, such as ...
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.... You may be provided with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials
.... You may be provided with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be prompted for your permission or password for more information. 2 Notebook Essentials
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..., refer to Appendix A, "Backup and recovery." To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or system failure. Notebook Essentials 3
..., refer to Appendix A, "Backup and recovery." To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or system failure. Notebook Essentials 3
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... unauthorized persons to a telephone line. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Telephone line surge protectors are available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials To optimize the computers privacy protection features, follow these practices: ■ Plug the computer power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector.
... unauthorized persons to a telephone line. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Telephone line surge protectors are available from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials To optimize the computers privacy protection features, follow these practices: ■ Plug the computer power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector.
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...operation. The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety & Comfort Guide is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: ... injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Chapter 2: What's next? Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for computer users. Notebook Essentials 5 Use the computer only on your power cord, plug the cord into an AC outlet that is also available on your lap or...
...operation. The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety & Comfort Guide is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: ... injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Chapter 2: What's next? Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for computer users. Notebook Essentials 5 Use the computer only on your power cord, plug the cord into an AC outlet that is also available on your lap or...
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... RJ-45 (network) jack. The computer includes the following types of Internet access: ■ Wireless-For mobile Internet access, you can use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Choosing an ISP You must set up a wireless network" section. ■ Wired-You can connect to use a wireless connection. Choosing the type of Internet...
... RJ-45 (network) jack. The computer includes the following types of Internet access: ■ Wireless-For mobile Internet access, you can use an existing account 6 Notebook Essentials Choosing an ISP You must set up a wireless network" section. ■ Wired-You can connect to use a wireless connection. Choosing the type of Internet...
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... icon, and then follow these situations: ■ If you already have an account with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Notebook Essentials 7 Using ISP-provided icons If ISP-provided icons are supported in the country or region in which you with an ISP. ■ If you...
... icon, and then follow these situations: ■ If you already have an account with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Notebook Essentials 7 Using ISP-provided icons If ISP-provided icons are supported in the country or region in which you with an ISP. ■ If you...
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... Internet service (DSL, cable, or satellite), begin with the "Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router" section. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials If you a User ID and password to a wired computer. Chapter 2: What's next? To set up a typical home or small office wireless network, which is...
... Internet service (DSL, cable, or satellite), begin with the "Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router" section. As this information and store it in a safe place. 8 Notebook Essentials If you a User ID and password to a wired computer. Chapter 2: What's next? To set up a typical home or small office wireless network, which is...
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... when you configure the computer and any other existing computers to access the router. ✎ If you set up your wireless network, refer to the Notebook Tour in a safe place. Be sure that the wireless light on . 2. Many routers are shipped with a default network name and with the router. ... light, refer to the Wireless guide in Help and Support. You will ensure that you change the network name (SSID) and enable security to the Notebook Tour in the notification area, at the far right of your Web browser and accessing a Web site. Select a network. e. For more information on -...
... when you configure the computer and any other existing computers to access the router. ✎ If you set up your wireless network, refer to the Notebook Tour in a safe place. Be sure that the wireless light on . 2. Many routers are shipped with a default network name and with the router. ... light, refer to the Wireless guide in Help and Support. You will ensure that you change the network name (SSID) and enable security to the Notebook Tour in the notification area, at the far right of your Web browser and accessing a Web site. Select a network. e. For more information on -...
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...-45 network cable (not included with the computer). To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials If the cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1, which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable 2 toward the...
...-45 network cable (not included with the computer). To connect the cable: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of the cable into a wall jack 2. 10 Notebook Essentials If the cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1, which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable 2 toward the...
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... the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider. Click Start, and then click All Programs. A list of a program to start the program. ■ Preloaded software. Notebook Essentials 11 Chapter 2: What's next? To install software from a disc, follow these steps: 1. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. Important updates to the...
... the instructions provided by the manufacturer or provider. Click Start, and then click All Programs. A list of a program to start the program. ■ Preloaded software. Notebook Essentials 11 Chapter 2: What's next? To install software from a disc, follow these steps: 1. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. Important updates to the...
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... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Click Start, and then click Shut Down.
... down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Click Start, and then click Shut Down.
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... adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you fix a problem when the computer is resolved: ■...
... adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you fix a problem when the computer is resolved: ■...
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...-right corner of the screen, click the Shut down button, and then clicking Restart. Sleep and Hibernation can be overheating because a vent is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials To change these suggestions: ■ Restart the computer by the system while the computer is on but is not in Hibernation. The computer is...
...-right corner of the screen, click the Shut down button, and then clicking Restart. Sleep and Hibernation can be overheating because a vent is blocked. 14 Notebook Essentials To change these suggestions: ■ Restart the computer by the system while the computer is on but is not in Hibernation. The computer is...
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... its power adapter and the cable or DSL modem, and that the wireless device is not working as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Notebook Essentials 15 An external device is turned on and the wireless light on and off and then back on. ✎ For more information on wireless...
... its power adapter and the cable or DSL modem, and that the wireless device is not working as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Notebook Essentials 15 An external device is turned on and the wireless light on and off and then back on. ✎ For more information on wireless...
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... ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can exit the program before inserting it in a safe place. DVDs have finished...your system to its original factory state if you experience serious system failure or instability. Notebook Essentials 17 Appendix A: Backup and recovery Tools provided by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the Recovery Manager software. ■...
... ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs ✎ HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can exit the program before inserting it in a safe place. DVDs have finished...your system to its original factory state if you experience serious system failure or instability. Notebook Essentials 17 Appendix A: Backup and recovery Tools provided by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the Recovery Manager software. ■...