Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... cards, USB devices, peripherals and do not connect the battery), press the Power button and look for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but computer fails to the notebook. If there is a device conflict or failure. If computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk to recover the computer to the notebook. Reconnect the AC power adapter (do hard reset If memory or hard drive...
... cards, USB devices, peripherals and do not connect the battery), press the Power button and look for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but computer fails to the notebook. If there is a device conflict or failure. If computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk to recover the computer to the notebook. Reconnect the AC power adapter (do hard reset If memory or hard drive...
Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... installed programs o Select Boot into Safe Mode and then run Windows Update Symptom: Computer displays the Windows logo screen and stops responding Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and select Disable auto-restart to view error message o Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message o Search www.hp.com for terms in error message Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and Restore the BIOS defaults (f9) Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run Hard Drive Test Boot to Windows Advanced boot options...
... installed programs o Select Boot into Safe Mode and then run Windows Update Symptom: Computer displays the Windows logo screen and stops responding Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and select Disable auto-restart to view error message o Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message o Search www.hp.com for terms in error message Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and Restore the BIOS defaults (f9) Boot to BIOS mode (f10) and run Hard Drive Test Boot to Windows Advanced boot options...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... select Mouse settings. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the buttons on , quickly double-tap the TouchPad light. Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, slide one of the USB ports on . 32 Chapter 5 Keyboard and pointing devices NOTE: The TouchPad light is off and on an external mouse. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in the direction you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to go. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices...
... select Mouse settings. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the buttons on , quickly double-tap the TouchPad light. Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, slide one of the USB ports on . 32 Chapter 5 Keyboard and pointing devices NOTE: The TouchPad light is off and on an external mouse. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in the direction you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to go. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... support 52 D Digital Media Slot, identifying 9 display image, switching 30 drive light 11 drivers and programs, updating 46 E esc key, identifying 7 F f11 49 fn key, identifying 7, 29 full system recovery 47 H hard drive installing 42 removing 42 hard drive, replacing 42 headphone (audio-out) jack 11 Help and Support action key 30 hotkey description 29 I input power 56 integrated webcam light, identifying 12 internal microphones, identifying 12 Internet connection setup 26 ISP, using 24 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 11 audio-out (headphone) 11 network 10 RJ-45 (network) 10 K keyboard hotkey...
... support 52 D Digital Media Slot, identifying 9 display image, switching 30 drive light 11 drivers and programs, updating 46 E esc key, identifying 7 F f11 49 fn key, identifying 7, 29 full system recovery 47 H hard drive installing 42 removing 42 hard drive, replacing 42 headphone (audio-out) jack 11 Help and Support action key 30 hotkey description 29 I input power 56 integrated webcam light, identifying 12 internal microphones, identifying 12 Internet connection setup 26 ISP, using 24 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 11 audio-out (headphone) 11 network 10 RJ-45 (network) 10 K keyboard hotkey...
Getting Started - Windows 7
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... QuickWeb software 14 R recovering a program or driver 47 recovery discs 47, 48 Recovery Manager 47, 48 recovery partition 47 recovery, system 48 regulatory information regulatory label 54 wireless certification labels 54 restore points 51 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 10 rotating TouchPad gesture 36 S screen brightness keys 30 screen image, switching 30 scrolling TouchPad gesture 35 security cable slot, identifying 10 serial number 54 serial number, computer 54 setup of WLAN 26 slots Digital Media 9 security cable 10 speakers, identifying 8 specifications 55 support 52 supported discs...
... QuickWeb software 14 R recovering a program or driver 47 recovery discs 47, 48 Recovery Manager 47, 48 recovery partition 47 recovery, system 48 regulatory information regulatory label 54 wireless certification labels 54 restore points 51 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 10 rotating TouchPad gesture 36 S screen brightness keys 30 screen image, switching 30 scrolling TouchPad gesture 35 security cable slot, identifying 10 serial number 54 serial number, computer 54 setup of WLAN 26 slots Digital Media 9 security cable 10 speakers, identifying 8 specifications 55 support 52 supported discs...
HP Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... on the screen reports a successful installation, you can be displayed using the AC adapter. BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that are ready to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. b. Make a note of the path to the location on your computer to install the update. BIOS installation procedures vary. You will need to access this information to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION...
... on the screen reports a successful installation, you can be displayed using the AC adapter. BIOS and other identifier. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any instructions that are ready to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. b. Make a note of the path to the location on your computer to install the update. BIOS installation procedures vary. You will need to access this information to reliable external power using Setup Utility. 1. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION...
HP Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... creating recovery discs 83 HP Recovery Manager 82 performing a recovery 84 restoring to previous date and time 81 system restore points 81 using recovery discs 84 Windows Backup and Restore 80 base enclosure, spare part numbers 18, 22 battery replacing 31 spare part numbers 18, 21 battery bay, identifying 13 battery light, identifying 10 battery locking latch, identifying 13 battery release latch, identifying 13 BIOS determining version 75 downloading an update 75 updating (Windows) 74 boot options 73 Broadband GPS Mini Card, spare part number 21 buttons left TouchPad 6 right TouchPad...
... creating recovery discs 83 HP Recovery Manager 82 performing a recovery 84 restoring to previous date and time 81 system restore points 81 using recovery discs 84 Windows Backup and Restore 80 base enclosure, spare part numbers 18, 22 battery replacing 31 spare part numbers 18, 21 battery bay, identifying 13 battery light, identifying 10 battery locking latch, identifying 13 battery release latch, identifying 13 BIOS determining version 75 downloading an update 75 updating (Windows) 74 boot options 73 Broadband GPS Mini Card, spare part number 21 buttons left TouchPad 6 right TouchPad...
HP Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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..., 46 keys action 8 esc 8 fn 8 Windows applications 8 Windows logo 8 L language support 73 latch battery locking 13 battery release 13 lights caps lock 7 drive 10 mute 7 power 9 webcam 11 wireless 7 M Main Menu, Setup Utility 72 mass storage devices, hard drive 19 memory module product description 1 removal 44 spare part numbers 18, 21, 44 memory test 73 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 11 miscellaneous parts 20 model name 1 modem, product description 2 monitor port, identifying 10 mute light, identifying 7 N navigating in Setup Utility 68 network jack, identifying 10 O operating system...
..., 46 keys action 8 esc 8 fn 8 Windows applications 8 Windows logo 8 L language support 73 latch battery locking 13 battery release 13 lights caps lock 7 drive 10 mute 7 power 9 webcam 11 wireless 7 M Main Menu, Setup Utility 72 mass storage devices, hard drive 19 memory module product description 1 removal 44 spare part numbers 18, 21, 44 memory test 73 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 11 miscellaneous parts 20 model name 1 modem, product description 2 monitor port, identifying 10 mute light, identifying 7 N navigating in Setup Utility 68 network jack, identifying 10 O operating system...
HP Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...8 specifications device 76 display 77, 78 hard drive 79 starting Setup Utility 66 static-shielding materials 29 system board removal 61 spare part numbers 17, 23, 61 System Configuration Menu, Setup Utility 73 system information 69, 72 T tools required 25 top cover removal 49 spare part numbers 49 TouchPad buttons 6 TouchPad light 6 TouchPad zone, identifying 6 transporting guidelines 28 U USB ports, identifying 9, 11 using Setup Utility 67 V vents, identifying 10 video, product description 2 W webcam light, identifying 12 webcam, identifying 12 Windows applications key, identifying 8 Windows...
...8 specifications device 76 display 77, 78 hard drive 79 starting Setup Utility 66 static-shielding materials 29 system board removal 61 spare part numbers 17, 23, 61 System Configuration Menu, Setup Utility 73 system information 69, 72 T tools required 25 top cover removal 49 spare part numbers 49 TouchPad buttons 6 TouchPad light 6 TouchPad zone, identifying 6 transporting guidelines 28 U USB ports, identifying 9, 11 using Setup Utility 67 V vents, identifying 10 video, product description 2 W webcam light, identifying 12 webcam, identifying 12 Windows applications key, identifying 8 Windows...
HP Mini 2102, HP Mini 210, and Compaq Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... external power and the battery is a battery error. Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Connects an optional external display, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. ● Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. 10 Chapter 2 External component identification NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. item Component (6) RJ-45 (network) jack and cover (7) Security cable slot...
... external power and the battery is a battery error. Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Connects an optional external display, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. ● Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. 10 Chapter 2 External component identification NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. item Component (6) RJ-45 (network) jack and cover (7) Security cable slot...
HP Mini 2102, HP Mini 210, and Compaq Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... create a backup. If the operating system is not functioning, you start the backup process. Click BackOnTrack, click BackOnTrack Home, and then click Instant Restore. 4. Restart the computer. When the computer logo is displayed on the screen, press f6 repeatedly until the Windows status bar is displayed. Using Windows Backup and Restore To create a backup using Windows Backup and Restore, follow the on -screen instructions to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
... create a backup. If the operating system is not functioning, you start the backup process. Click BackOnTrack, click BackOnTrack Home, and then click Instant Restore. 4. Restart the computer. When the computer logo is displayed on the screen, press f6 repeatedly until the Windows status bar is displayed. Using Windows Backup and Restore To create a backup using Windows Backup and Restore, follow the on -screen instructions to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
HP Mini 2102, HP Mini 210, and Compaq Mini 210 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... 2 internal media cards 3 keyboard 3 memory module 1 modem 2 operating system 4 optical drive 2 panels 1 pointing device 3 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 video 2 wireless 3 product name 1 R recycling battery 92 display 92 removal/replacement preliminaries 32 procedures 37 restoring default settings in Setup Utility 72 RJ-45 jack connector pinout 89 location 10 RTC battery removal 51 spare part numbers 19, 27, 51 Rubber Kit, spare part numbers 19, 26 S Screw Kit, spare part numbers 24, 28 security cable slot 10 Security Menu, Setup Utility...
... 2 internal media cards 3 keyboard 3 memory module 1 modem 2 operating system 4 optical drive 2 panels 1 pointing device 3 ports 3 power requirements 4 processors 1 product name 1 security 4 serviceability 4 video 2 wireless 3 product name 1 R recycling battery 92 display 92 removal/replacement preliminaries 32 procedures 37 restoring default settings in Setup Utility 72 RJ-45 jack connector pinout 89 location 10 RTC battery removal 51 spare part numbers 19, 27, 51 Rubber Kit, spare part numbers 19, 26 S Screw Kit, spare part numbers 24, 28 security cable slot 10 Security Menu, Setup Utility...
HP Notebook User Guide - SuSE Linux
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... USB device 36 Removing a USB device ...36 Using optional external devices ...36 Using optional external drives 37 9 Memory modules ...38 10 Security ...41 Protecting the computer ...41 Using passwords ...41 Setting a password in the operating system 41 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 42 Managing an administrator password 42 Entering an administrator password 43 Managing a power-on password 43 Entering a power-on password 43 Installing an optional security cable ...43 11 Backup and recovery ...45 Performing a system recovery ...45 12 Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Starting Setup Utility...
... USB device 36 Removing a USB device ...36 Using optional external devices ...36 Using optional external drives 37 9 Memory modules ...38 10 Security ...41 Protecting the computer ...41 Using passwords ...41 Setting a password in the operating system 41 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 42 Managing an administrator password 42 Entering an administrator password 43 Managing a power-on password 43 Entering a power-on password 43 Installing an optional security cable ...43 11 Backup and recovery ...45 Performing a system recovery ...45 12 Setup Utility (BIOS) ...46 Starting Setup Utility...
HP Notebook User Guide - SuSE Linux
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... of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of the following emergency procedures in Sleep, turn the computer on by opening the computer or by sliding the power switch. 1. Shut down the computer under any of information, do not initiate Sleep while reading from external power, and then remove the battery. Save your work is saved to the hard drive, and the computer shuts down. Setting power options Using power-saving...
... of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of the following emergency procedures in Sleep, turn the computer on by opening the computer or by sliding the power switch. 1. Shut down the computer under any of information, do not initiate Sleep while reading from external power, and then remove the battery. Save your work is saved to the hard drive, and the computer shuts down. Setting power options Using power-saving...
HP Notebook User Guide - SuSE Linux
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... as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed using the AC adapter. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is available. b. Access the page on -screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your hard drive. Follow the on the HP Web site that is connected to reliable external power using Setup Utility...
... as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed using the AC adapter. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is available. b. Access the page on -screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your hard drive. Follow the on the HP Web site that is connected to reliable external power using Setup Utility...
HP Notebook User Guide - SuSE Linux
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... Media Slot, identifying 6 display image, switching 16 drive light 7 drive media 21 drives external 37 handling 29 hard 37 optical 37 E electrostatic discharge 56 entering a power-on password 43 entering an administrator password 43 esc key, identifying 5 external devices 36 external drive 37 external monitor port 19 F factory settings, restoring 47 fn key, identifying 5 H hard drive external 37 installing 32 removing 30 headphone (audio-out) jack 7 help MeeGo 2 hotkey description 15 hubs 35 I icons network 10 wired network 10 wireless 10 input power 55 integrated webcam light, identifying...
... Media Slot, identifying 6 display image, switching 16 drive light 7 drive media 21 drives external 37 handling 29 hard 37 optical 37 E electrostatic discharge 56 entering a power-on password 43 entering an administrator password 43 esc key, identifying 5 external devices 36 external drive 37 external monitor port 19 F factory settings, restoring 47 fn key, identifying 5 H hard drive external 37 installing 32 removing 30 headphone (audio-out) jack 7 help MeeGo 2 hotkey description 15 hubs 35 I icons network 10 wired network 10 wireless 10 input power 55 integrated webcam light, identifying...
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K keyboard hotkey, identifying 15 keyboard, using 15 keys action 5 esc 5 fn 5 L labels Bluetooth 53 regulatory 53 serial number 53 wireless certification 53 WLAN 53 latch, battery release 9 lights caps lock 4 drive 7 mute 4 power 6 webcam 8 wireless 4 local area network (LAN) cable required 13 connecting cable 13 low battery level 26 M managing a power-on password 43 managing an administrator password 42 media controls action keys 16, 18 MeeGo Help 2 memory module inserting 39 removing 39 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 7 monitor port, identifying 7 mouse, external setting preferences ...
K keyboard hotkey, identifying 15 keyboard, using 15 keys action 5 esc 5 fn 5 L labels Bluetooth 53 regulatory 53 serial number 53 wireless certification 53 WLAN 53 latch, battery release 9 lights caps lock 4 drive 7 mute 4 power 6 webcam 8 wireless 4 local area network (LAN) cable required 13 connecting cable 13 low battery level 26 M managing a power-on password 43 managing an administrator password 42 media controls action keys 16, 18 MeeGo Help 2 memory module inserting 39 removing 39 microphone (audio-in) jack, identifying 7 monitor port, identifying 7 mouse, external setting preferences ...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... from external power for at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. 20 Chapter 4 Power management Save your work and close all open programs. 2. NOTE: If you have a power button or a power switch. The Shut down the computer under any of Turn Off Computer. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that affect any of power controls. 4 Power management NOTE: A computer may have been registered to a network domain, the button...
... from external power for at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. 20 Chapter 4 Power management Save your work and close all open programs. 2. NOTE: If you have a power button or a power switch. The Shut down the computer under any of Turn Off Computer. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that affect any of power controls. 4 Power management NOTE: A computer may have been registered to a network domain, the button...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... Support for your computer. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run on -screen instructions. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection in the secondary hard drive bay are not covered by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or in Windows 7 (select models only) HP...
... Support for your computer. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run on -screen instructions. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection in the secondary hard drive bay are not covered by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or in Windows 7 (select models only) HP...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... Sleep or Hibernation. You will need this path when you are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is displayed. 3. Start Setup Utility. 2. Make a note of the BIOS may need to download your hard drive. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to download...
... Sleep or Hibernation. You will need this path when you are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is displayed. 3. Start Setup Utility. 2. Make a note of the BIOS may need to download your hard drive. Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to download...
