Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... 1. If there is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for at -a-time If possible, boot to original condition. HP Notebook PCs - Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk.... Reconnect the AC power adapter (do not glow when power button is pressed, there is no power available to startup or boot, and displays a black screen Usually occurs if a component is installed incorrectly, or there is a device conflict or failure.
... 1. If there is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for at -a-time If possible, boot to original condition. HP Notebook PCs - Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk.... Reconnect the AC power adapter (do not glow when power button is pressed, there is no power available to startup or boot, and displays a black screen Usually occurs if a component is installed incorrectly, or there is a device conflict or failure.
Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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...and: o Select Disable automatic restart on a black screen during startup or boot Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in Safe mode to http://www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport Run HP Support Assistant www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates Run Windows Update ...start -up problems. Go to install an update or patch. Symptom: Computer displays a blue screen or continually restarts Trying to restart the PC after an error message can usually bypass the error and the PC can run memory and hard drive tests. Do the tasks listed under, "LEDs glow, fan...
...and: o Select Disable automatic restart on a black screen during startup or boot Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in Safe mode to http://www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport Run HP Support Assistant www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport for latest updates Run Windows Update ...start -up problems. Go to install an update or patch. Symptom: Computer displays a blue screen or continually restarts Trying to restart the PC after an error message can usually bypass the error and the PC can run memory and hard drive tests. Do the tasks listed under, "LEDs glow, fan...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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...; How to access technical support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Resources For information about Quick Setup poster ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this... ● How to protect the computer ● How to care for the device 2 Chapter 1 Welcome Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates ...
...; How to access technical support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Resources For information about Quick Setup poster ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components HP Notebook Reference Guide ● Power management features To access this... ● How to protect the computer ● How to care for the device 2 Chapter 1 Welcome Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates ...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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Functions like the left button on the screen. 2 Getting to know your computer Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad zone (2) Left TouchPad button (3) Right TouchPad button Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse.
Functions like the left button on the screen. 2 Getting to know your computer Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad zone (2) Left TouchPad button (3) Right TouchPad button Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on an external mouse.
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... Follow the on the computer, the QuickWeb setup screen appears. After you have enabled QuickWeb, the QuickWeb Home screen appears whenever you turn off HP QuickWeb, refer to the section Turning HP QuickWeb on and off on page 17. 12 Chapter 3 HP QuickWeb (select models only) NOTE: To turn on ...or turn on environment that is an optional, instant-on the computer. 3 HP QuickWeb (select models only) After completing the Windows setup the first time you turn on -screen instructions to enable QuickWeb. QuickWeb allows you to access the following applications without the need to first...
... Follow the on the computer, the QuickWeb setup screen appears. After you have enabled QuickWeb, the QuickWeb Home screen appears whenever you turn off HP QuickWeb, refer to the section Turning HP QuickWeb on and off on page 17. 12 Chapter 3 HP QuickWeb (select models only) NOTE: To turn on ...or turn on environment that is an optional, instant-on the computer. 3 HP QuickWeb (select models only) After completing the Windows setup the first time you turn on -screen instructions to enable QuickWeb. QuickWeb allows you to access the following applications without the need to first...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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NOTE: When the HP QuickWeb Home screen first appears, it displays an automatic timer above the Start Windows icon. For more information on the QuickWeb timer and changing the timer settings, refer to launch an application. Click an icon on the computer. Starting HP QuickWeb 1. The HP QuickWeb Home screen appears. 2. Starting HP QuickWeb 13 Turn on the QuickWeb Home screen to the HP QuickWeb software Help. If you do not move your mouse, or press a key for 15 seconds, the computer starts Microsoft Windows.
NOTE: When the HP QuickWeb Home screen first appears, it displays an automatic timer above the Start Windows icon. For more information on the QuickWeb timer and changing the timer settings, refer to launch an application. Click an icon on the computer. Starting HP QuickWeb 1. The HP QuickWeb Home screen appears. 2. Starting HP QuickWeb 13 Turn on the QuickWeb Home screen to the HP QuickWeb software Help. If you do not move your mouse, or press a key for 15 seconds, the computer starts Microsoft Windows.
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Skype is the instant messaging (IM) program that allows you can browse and search the Web, open bookmarks, and create links to the QuickWeb Home screen. You can schedule and manage your activities using your e-mail account. Launches the Web calendar so you to have a conference call or video chat. Shuts ... (1), LaunchBar icons (2), and the notification icons (3). You can view your recent e-mail, check for new e-mail, and configure your favorite online calendar program. 14 Chapter 3 HP QuickWeb (select models only)
Skype is the instant messaging (IM) program that allows you can browse and search the Web, open bookmarks, and create links to the QuickWeb Home screen. You can schedule and manage your activities using your e-mail account. Launches the Web calendar so you to have a conference call or video chat. Shuts ... (1), LaunchBar icons (2), and the notification icons (3). You can view your recent e-mail, check for new e-mail, and configure your favorite online calendar program. 14 Chapter 3 HP QuickWeb (select models only)
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...Start Windows icon in the QuickWeb Home screen. For more information on setting up a wireless connection in this tool: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP QuickWeb > HP QuickWeb Configuration Tool. Select the Enable or Disable check box to the HP QuickWeb software Help. For more information on...has been activated, it will start Microsoft® Windows, you turn on QuickWeb, refer to the software Help. Turning HP QuickWeb on page 17. The HP QuickWeb Home screen appears. 2. To turn on the computer. Select the Status tab. 3. Click the Settings icon in the Windows dialog...
...Start Windows icon in the QuickWeb Home screen. For more information on setting up a wireless connection in this tool: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP QuickWeb > HP QuickWeb Configuration Tool. Select the Enable or Disable check box to the HP QuickWeb software Help. For more information on...has been activated, it will start Microsoft® Windows, you turn on QuickWeb, refer to the software Help. Turning HP QuickWeb on page 17. The HP QuickWeb Home screen appears. 2. To turn on the computer. Select the Status tab. 3. Click the Settings icon in the Windows dialog...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ● Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard-You can connect to the Internet, you a user ID and password to access ... & Offers (available in a desktop folder named Online Services. The following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module (a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device) ● Bluetooth device For more of the following features will help set up for using...
... up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ● Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard-You can connect to the Internet, you a user ID and password to access ... & Offers (available in a desktop folder named Online Services. The following wireless devices: ● Wireless local area network (WLAN) device ● HP Mobile Broadband Module (a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device) ● Bluetooth device For more of the following features will help set up for using...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... new wireless computer to protect your ISP. Configuring a wireless router For help you set up a new network. Then follow the on-screen instructions. To use the Windows tools to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. 22 Chapter 4 Networking When the computer successfully connects to the Internet, you can disconnect the cable, and then...
... new wireless computer to protect your ISP. Configuring a wireless router For help you set up a new network. Then follow the on-screen instructions. To use the Windows tools to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. 22 Chapter 4 Networking When the computer successfully connects to the Internet, you can disconnect the cable, and then...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... You can also alternate images among display devices connected to the system. f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key. The switch screen image key can disable this feature is disabled in Setup Utility. Most external monitors receive ...the previous section of the keyboard. f3 Increases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold this key alternates the screen image from the computer using the external VGA video standard. f4 Switches the screen image among other devices that are receiving video information from...
... You can also alternate images among display devices connected to the system. f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key. The switch screen image key can disable this feature is disabled in Setup Utility. Most external monitors receive ...the previous section of the keyboard. f3 Increases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold this key alternates the screen image from the computer using the external VGA video standard. f4 Switches the screen image among other devices that are receiving video information from...
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Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean the keyboard. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to download the latest versions. To reduce the risk of compressed air with the latest versions. Clean the ... the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the keyboard surface. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with a damp cloth, and wash...
Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean the keyboard. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner attachment to download the latest versions. To reduce the risk of compressed air with the latest versions. Clean the ... the TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the keyboard surface. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that can of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with a damp cloth, and wash...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... recovery Follow the on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed on -screen instructions. Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Disc Creation. 2. Note the following ways: ● Select Start > All Programs > Recovery ...backed up the computer. ● Windows has its own built-in the Recovery Manager window. 3. Then, press f11 while the "F11 (HP Recovery)" message is displayed at the bottom of the following when performing a system recovery: ● You can recover only files that was ...
... recovery Follow the on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed on -screen instructions. Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Disc Creation. 2. Note the following ways: ● Select Start > All Programs > Recovery ...backed up the computer. ● Windows has its own built-in the Recovery Manager window. 3. Then, press f11 while the "F11 (HP Recovery)" message is displayed at the bottom of the following when performing a system recovery: ● You can recover only files that was ...
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...copy them to reset your settings. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to complete the backup process. Depending on -screen instructions to back up individual files or back up your computer or an optional external optical drive, and then restart the computer. 3. Follow.... Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Backup and Restore. 2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on -screen instructions. Backing up your information 39 If possible, back up your information You should back up the entire computer image.
...copy them to reset your settings. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to complete the backup process. Depending on -screen instructions to back up individual files or back up your computer or an optional external optical drive, and then restart the computer. 3. Follow.... Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Backup and Restore. 2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on -screen instructions. Backing up your information 39 If possible, back up your information You should back up the entire computer image.
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... since the last restore point. Click System Restore. 5. Create a system restore point 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. Follow the on -screen instructions. 40 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery In the left pane, click System Protection. 3. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click the System Protection tab. 4.
... since the last restore point. Click System Restore. 5. Create a system restore point 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. Follow the on -screen instructions. 40 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery In the left pane, click System Protection. 3. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Click the System Protection tab. 4.
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... 23 next track 24 play, pause, resume 24 previous track 23 stop 24 switch screen image 23 volume down 24 volume mute 24 volume up 24 wireless 24 arrow keys, identifying 6 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, ...
... 23 next track 24 play, pause, resume 24 previous track 23 stop 24 switch screen image 23 volume down 24 volume mute 24 volume up 24 wireless 24 arrow keys, identifying 6 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, ...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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...power light, identifying 8 power switch, identifying 8 product name and number, computer 41 Q QuickWeb configuring the network 17 control icons 14 Home screen 13 LaunchBar icons 14 notification icons 15 setting up 12 starting 13 starting Windows 17 turning off 17 turning on 17 QuickWeb software 12 R ...38 recovering from the recovery discs 39 recovery discs 37 Recovery Manager 37, 38 recovery partition 37 recovery, system 38 regulatory information HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number 42 regulatory label 42 wireless 42 restore points 40 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 8 slots Digital...
...power light, identifying 8 power switch, identifying 8 product name and number, computer 41 Q QuickWeb configuring the network 17 control icons 14 Home screen 13 LaunchBar icons 14 notification icons 15 setting up 12 starting 13 starting Windows 17 turning off 17 turning on 17 QuickWeb software 12 R ...38 recovering from the recovery discs 39 recovery discs 37 Recovery Manager 37, 38 recovery partition 37 recovery, system 38 regulatory information HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number 42 regulatory label 42 wireless 42 restore points 40 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 8 slots Digital...
Getting Started Mini - Windows XP
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...: ● Electrical and mechanical safety information Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. - Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) ...updates ● Accessories available for the computer ● How to access technical support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory and safety information To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support...
...: ● Electrical and mechanical safety information Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. - Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet HP support telephone numbers This booklet is provided with several resources to help ● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) ...updates ● Accessories available for the computer ● How to access technical support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices ● Regulatory and safety information To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support...
Getting Started Mini - Windows XP
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Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad zone (2) Left TouchPad button (3) Right TouchPad button Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. 2 Getting to know your computer Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 4 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad zone (2) Left TouchPad button (3) Right TouchPad button Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. 2 Getting to know your computer Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Getting Started Mini - Windows XP
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...● Music Player ● Photo Viewer NOTE: For additional information about using QuickWeb, refer to the section Turning HP QuickWeb on and off on the computer, the QuickWeb setup screen appears. Enabling HP QuickWeb Follow the on the computer. After you have enabled QuickWeb, the QuickWeb Home... screen appears whenever you turn on -screen instructions to enable QuickWeb. 3 HP QuickWeb (select models only) After completing the ...
...● Music Player ● Photo Viewer NOTE: For additional information about using QuickWeb, refer to the section Turning HP QuickWeb on and off on the computer, the QuickWeb setup screen appears. Enabling HP QuickWeb Follow the on the computer. After you have enabled QuickWeb, the QuickWeb Home... screen appears whenever you turn on -screen instructions to enable QuickWeb. 3 HP QuickWeb (select models only) After completing the ...