Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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...a set of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. System restore points allow you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure...a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the ...
...a set of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). 1 Overview Recovery after software setup. System restore points allow you create recovery discs immediately after a system failure...a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). If the partition is present, an HP Recovery drive is as complete as your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your computer and restore the ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows 7
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Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 3 personal files 3 templates 3 F f11 7 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 6 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 7 recovering from the recovery discs 6 recovery 6 recovery discs 1, 2 Recovery Manager 1, 6 recovery partition 1 recovery, system 1, 6 restore points 5 S safeguarding information 1 solid-state drive (SSD) 1, 6, 7 supported discs 2 system failure or instability 1 system recovery 1, 6 system restore points 1, 5 U using system restore 5 8 Index
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on or restarting the computer. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your selection to select Exit >... press enter. To use the arrow keys to the hard drive. 2 Updating software To exit the Setup Utility, use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. Make a note of the...
... open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on or restarting the computer. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your selection to select Exit >... press enter. To use the arrow keys to the hard drive. 2 Updating software To exit the Setup Utility, use the Setup Utility for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. Make a note of the...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. 4 Updating software Open your Internet browser, go to do this, click Download ...to install. 7. Click your hard drive. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the ...
... 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific product from the models listed. 4. When the list of drivers is complete, and then verify the operation of the device. 4 Updating software Open your Internet browser, go to do this, click Download ...to install. 7. Click your hard drive. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to install the updated driver. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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Identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wired network. Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to a wired network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Indicates...
Identifies the Wireless Assistant software on the computer. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to a wired network. Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to a wired network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Indicates...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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...: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Before working your network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the network you may add...
...: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Before working your network connection problem, be sure that does not connect to the network you may add...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... 802.11. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature...
... 802.11. Cannot connect to expand the list and show all adapters. 4. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device may be prompted for your permission or password for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
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... model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed 21 Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be... separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Network icon is either missing or corrupted. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for the latest software. Select your computer, follow the on-screen ...
... model number in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is not displayed 21 Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be... separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Network icon is either missing or corrupted. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for the latest software. Select your computer, follow the on-screen ...
Drives - Windows 7
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... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 19 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 19 A device driver must be reinstalled ...19 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 20 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 20 iii
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 19 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 19 A device driver must be reinstalled ...19 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 20 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 20 iii
Drives - Windows 7
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...-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 a USB port on the computer. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power...
...-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 a USB port on the computer. If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power...
Drives - Windows 7
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... Properties to see if the device is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. The computer does not detect the optical drive If the computer does not... detect the optical drive, the device driver software may be reinstalled." 4. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to ...
... Properties to see if the device is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any discs from the optical drive. 2. The computer does not detect the optical drive If the computer does not... detect the optical drive, the device driver software may be reinstalled." 4. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...the Device Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Try running your drive. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to update your system for installed hardware ...and installs default drivers for hardware changes in the following sections. Then in Windows Media ...
...the Device Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Try running your drive. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to update your system for installed hardware ...and installs default drivers for hardware changes in the following sections. Then in Windows Media ...
Drives - Windows 7
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...updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Proceed to install the updated driver. To do so, restart your computer. To use the HP Web site to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the ...Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to obtain HP device drivers: 1. Click your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location...
...updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Proceed to install the updated driver. To do so, restart your computer. To use the HP Web site to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the ...Windows 7 operating system. 5. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to obtain HP device drivers: 1. Click your country or region. 2. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location...
Drives - Windows 7
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...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 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing... DL Drive 3 C CD burning 9, 19 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 11 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 20 Windows drivers 20 Disk Cleanup software 12 Disk Defragmenter software 12 disk performance 12 diskette drive 11 drives caring for 1 diskette 11 external 11 ...
...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 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing... DL Drive 3 C CD burning 9, 19 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 CD drive 2, 11 copyright warning 8 D device drivers HP drivers 20 Windows drivers 20 Disk Cleanup software 12 Disk Defragmenter software 12 disk performance 12 diskette drive 11 drives caring for 1 diskette 11 external 11 ...
External Devices - Windows 7
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... icon (the arrow at the far right of the taskbar. To remove a USB device: 1. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to remove the device. 3. NOTE: You are prompted that it is displayed in the notification area, at the left side of...
... icon (the arrow at the far right of the taskbar. To remove a USB device: 1. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is safe to remove the device. 3. NOTE: You are prompted that it is displayed in the notification area, at the left side of...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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This number provides specific information about the computer. This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. You may need this information when traveling internationally. ...
This number provides specific information about the computer. This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for use . You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. You may need this information when traveling internationally. ...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
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... version number. Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) Press fn+f1 to display information about using your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...
... version number. Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) Press fn+f1 to display information about using your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 24 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 24 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 24 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
Multimedia - Windows 7
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... to your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the information provided with the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of personal injury..., adjust the volume before putting on your computer, follow these steps: 1. To reduce the risk of background noise. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Checking your audio functions...
... to your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the information provided with the device. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of personal injury..., adjust the volume before putting on your computer, follow these steps: 1. To reduce the risk of background noise. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Checking your audio functions...