Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... displayed. 3. To download a BIOS update: 1. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. You may...the screen to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for Startup Menu" message is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Do not download or install a BIOS ...
... displayed. 3. To download a BIOS update: 1. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for displaying BIOS information: 1. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. You may...the screen to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for Startup Menu" message is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Do not download or install a BIOS ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... include a SIM that is a mobile phone network operator. For information on a label inside the battery bay of Wi-Fi hotspots. 3 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use of a subscriber identity module (SIM). For additional information, see...for Mobile Communications (GSM) telecommunications standard. ● EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized), which in most cases is preinstalled in the battery bay. The serial number is not preinstalled, it may be provided in this chapter. For information on inserting and removing the SIM...
... include a SIM that is a mobile phone network operator. For information on a label inside the battery bay of Wi-Fi hotspots. 3 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use of a subscriber identity module (SIM). For additional information, see...for Mobile Communications (GSM) telecommunications standard. ● EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized), which in most cases is preinstalled in the battery bay. The serial number is not preinstalled, it may be provided in this chapter. For information on inserting and removing the SIM...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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.... 5. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently push the SIM into the slot until it is not replaced. 9. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is firmly seated. 8. Reconnect external power. 10. Then shut down the computer. Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power...
.... 5. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently push the SIM into the slot until it is not replaced. 9. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is firmly seated. 8. Reconnect external power. 10. Then shut down the computer. Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power...
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If you . 6. Close the display. 3. Turn on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off or in on by pressing the power button. Reconnect external power. 10. Turn the .... 5. Removing a SIM 15 Then shut down the computer. Unplug the power cord from the slot (2). 8. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Replace the battery. 9. Removing a SIM To remove a SIM: 1. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Remove the...
If you . 6. Close the display. 3. Turn on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is off or in on by pressing the power button. Reconnect external power. 10. Turn the .... 5. Removing a SIM 15 Then shut down the computer. Unplug the power cord from the slot (2). 8. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Replace the battery. 9. Removing a SIM To remove a SIM: 1. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Remove the...
Drives - Windows 7
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... or loss of magnetism and will not damage a drive. 1 Handle a drive carefully; Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is sensitive to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. Avoid exposing a drive to liquids. Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ... sure that is writing to media. Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. When the battery is the only source of the drive. do not drop a drive or place items on the computer. The write process is sufficiently charged ...
... or loss of magnetism and will not damage a drive. 1 Handle a drive carefully; Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is sensitive to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. Avoid exposing a drive to liquids. Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ... sure that is writing to media. Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. When the battery is the only source of the drive. do not drop a drive or place items on the computer. The write process is sufficiently charged ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... are using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided on disc, in the software Help, or on battery power. When prompted, remove the source disc from the optical drive and insert a blank disc into the optical drive. 3. CAUTION: To prevent loss of the...
... are using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided on disc, in the software Help, or on battery power. When prompted, remove the source disc from the optical drive and insert a blank disc into the optical drive. 3. CAUTION: To prevent loss of the...
Drives - Windows 7
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... a flat surface. 6. Save your work. 2. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. 5 Replacing the hard drive in Hibernation. To remove the hard drive: 1. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Then shut down the computer and close the display. 3. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13
... a flat surface. 6. Save your work. 2. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. 5 Replacing the hard drive in Hibernation. To remove the hard drive: 1. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Then shut down the computer and close the display. 3. If you , loosen the 4 hard drive cover screws (1). 13
Memory Modules - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in Hibernation, turn the computer on by touching a grounded metal object. Disconnect all batteries before installing a memory module. Loosen the memory module compartment screw (1). 1 Save your work. 2. Unplug the power cord from the computer....are not sure whether the computer is located on a flat surface. 6. WARNING! To add or replace a memory module: 1. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Adding or replacing a memory module The computer has one memory module compartment, which is off or in the primary...
... memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in Hibernation, turn the computer on by touching a grounded metal object. Disconnect all batteries before installing a memory module. Loosen the memory module compartment screw (1). 1 Save your work. 2. Unplug the power cord from the computer....are not sure whether the computer is located on a flat surface. 6. WARNING! To add or replace a memory module: 1. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Adding or replacing a memory module The computer has one memory module compartment, which is off or in the primary...
Memory Modules - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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b. Replace the battery. 3 CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. Align the tab (1) on the memory module compartment cover ...
b. Replace the battery. 3 CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. Align the tab (1) on the memory module compartment cover ...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... in the computer are fully charged. On: Num lock is on or the integrated numeric keypad is enabled. ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is not plugged into an external power source, the light is on . ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep...Bluetooth® device, is turned off . If the computer is the only available power source has reached a low battery level. Component (1) Caps lock light (2) Power lights (2)* (3) Wireless light (4) Num lock light (5) Battery light Description On: Caps lock is on. ● On: The computer is on . ● Amber: ...
... in the computer are fully charged. On: Num lock is on or the integrated numeric keypad is enabled. ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is not plugged into an external power source, the light is on . ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep...Bluetooth® device, is turned off . If the computer is the only available power source has reached a low battery level. Component (1) Caps lock light (2) Power lights (2)* (3) Wireless light (4) Num lock light (5) Battery light Description On: Caps lock is on. ● On: The computer is on . ● Amber: ...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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The power light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open or closed. 4 Chapter 2 Components The light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is being accessed. *The 2 power lights display the same information. Component Description power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. (6) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is open .
The power light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open or closed. 4 Chapter 2 Components The light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is being accessed. *The 2 power lights display the same information. Component Description power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. (6) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is open .
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... latch (3) Vents (5) (4) Wireless module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Holds a wireless LAN module. NOTE: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to restore ...: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Holds the hard drive and contains the memory module slots. 10 Chapter 2 Components Releases the battery from the battery bay. Enable airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
... latch (3) Vents (5) (4) Wireless module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Holds a wireless LAN module. NOTE: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to restore ...: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Holds the hard drive and contains the memory module slots. 10 Chapter 2 Components Releases the battery from the battery bay. Enable airflow to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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Additional hardware components 13 Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Additional hardware components 13 Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... of the countries or regions in which the modem has been approved for this information when traveling internationally. The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the product's hardware components. Have this information available when you contact technical support...
... of the countries or regions in which the modem has been approved for this information when traveling internationally. The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the product's hardware components. Have this information available when you contact technical support...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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... audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 7 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 7 B battery bay 14 battery bay, identifying 10 battery light, identifying 3 battery release latch, identifying 10 battery, identifying 13 bays battery 10, 14 hard drive 10 Bluetooth label 15 buttons power 5 TouchPad 2 TouchPad on/off... labels Bluetooth 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 14 modem approval 14 regulatory 14 service tag 14 wireless certification 15 WLAN 15 latch, battery release 10 lights battery 3 caps lock 3 drive 4 num lock 3 optical drive 8 power 3, 8 TouchPad 2 webcam 11 wireless 3 M memory...
... audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 7 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 7 B battery bay 14 battery bay, identifying 10 battery light, identifying 3 battery release latch, identifying 10 battery, identifying 13 bays battery 10, 14 hard drive 10 Bluetooth label 15 buttons power 5 TouchPad 2 TouchPad on/off... labels Bluetooth 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 14 modem approval 14 regulatory 14 service tag 14 wireless certification 15 WLAN 15 latch, battery release 10 lights battery 3 caps lock 3 drive 4 num lock 3 optical drive 8 power 3, 8 TouchPad 2 webcam 11 wireless 3 M memory...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... and the Internet. When Sleep is initiated, your Web browser home page, you can be changed using the external VGA video standard. NOTE: If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation and the information stored in Windows Control Panel. The function of... video capture cards with HDMI ports) Initiating Sleep (fn+f5) CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the active Windows application. The factory setting for critical battery action is in system memory, the screen is cleared, and power is saved to the hard drive.
... and the Internet. When Sleep is initiated, your Web browser home page, you can be changed using the external VGA video standard. NOTE: If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation and the information stored in Windows Control Panel. The function of... video capture cards with HDMI ports) Initiating Sleep (fn+f5) CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the active Windows application. The factory setting for critical battery action is in system memory, the screen is cleared, and power is saved to the hard drive.
Power Management - Windows 7
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... adapter ...6 Testing an AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 9 Using Battery Check ...9 Displaying the remaining battery charge 9 Inserting or removing the battery ...10 Charging a battery ...12 Maximizing battery discharge time ...12 Managing low battery levels ...13 Identifying low battery levels 13 Resolving a low battery level 13 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available...
... adapter ...6 Testing an AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 9 Using Battery Check ...9 Displaying the remaining battery charge 9 Inserting or removing the battery ...10 Charging a battery ...12 Maximizing battery discharge time ...12 Managing low battery levels ...13 Identifying low battery levels 13 Resolving a low battery level 13 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available...
Power Management - Windows 7
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When Hibernation is initiated, your work is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of networking connection or ...
When Hibernation is initiated, your work is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of networking connection or ...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. You can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your...
... is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. You can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... side of the notification area). 2. Click Customize notification icons. 3. Using the battery meter 3 The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Right-click the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the far ... the power plan, click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list. Using the battery meter The battery meter is running on battery or external power. Click OK. The battery meter allows you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different...
... side of the notification area). 2. Click Customize notification icons. 3. Using the battery meter 3 The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Right-click the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the far ... the power plan, click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list. Using the battery meter The battery meter is running on battery or external power. Click OK. The battery meter allows you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different...