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... number (p/n) (3). This number describes the duration (in the battery bay of the computer. ● Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to determine what components and parts are needed. ●...
... number (p/n) (3). This number describes the duration (in the battery bay of the computer. ● Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to determine what components and parts are needed. ●...
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... screws, in 12 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). Serial number The serial number label, located in years) of the computer, provides important information that is...
... screws, in 12 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. ● Model description (5). Serial number The serial number label, located in years) of the computer, provides important information that is...
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... for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Create these discs after setting up your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up ... your computer from recovery discs you create. Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to help you with a solid-state drive (SSD) may not have a partition....
... for computers that you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Create these discs after setting up your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up ... your computer from recovery discs you create. Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to help you with a solid-state drive (SSD) may not have a partition....
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... drives 2 keyboard 3 memory module 1 microphone 2 operating system 4 optical drives 2 pointing devices 3 ports 3 power requirements 3 processors 1 product name 1 security 3 serviceability 4 wireless 2 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 97 from the dedicated recovery partition 101 from the recovery discs 101 recovery discs 97 Recovery Manager 97, 101 recovery partition 97 recovery, system 101...
... drives 2 keyboard 3 memory module 1 microphone 2 operating system 4 optical drives 2 pointing devices 3 ports 3 power requirements 3 processors 1 product name 1 security 3 serviceability 4 wireless 2 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 97 from the dedicated recovery partition 101 from the recovery discs 101 recovery discs 97 Recovery Manager 97, 101 recovery partition 97 recovery, system 101...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... external display 47 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ... 47 A device driver must be reinstalled 47 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 48 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 48 Webcam ...48 Adjusting webcam properties 49 5 Power management ...50 Setting power options ...50 Using power-saving states...
... external display 47 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ... 47 A device driver must be reinstalled 47 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 48 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 48 Webcam ...48 Adjusting webcam properties 49 5 Power management ...50 Setting power options ...50 Using power-saving states...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... menu 94 Diagnostics menu ...95 13 Software updates ...96 Updating the BIOS ...96 Determining the BIOS version 96 Downloading a BIOS update 97 Updating programs and drivers ...97 14 Backup and Recovery ...99 Creating recovery discs ...99 Backing up your information ...100 Using Windows Backup and Restore 101 Using system restore points...
... menu 94 Diagnostics menu ...95 13 Software updates ...96 Updating the BIOS ...96 Determining the BIOS version 96 Downloading a BIOS update 97 Updating programs and drivers ...97 14 Backup and Recovery ...99 Creating recovery discs ...99 Backing up your information ...100 Using Windows Backup and Restore 101 Using system restore points...
User Guide - Windows 7
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...the hardware components. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label (select models only)-Provides the serial number of the HP Mobile Broadband Module. This certificate is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ... labels are needed. (4) Warranty period The duration (in years) of the warranty period for use to locate models only) documents, drivers, and support for your computer. ● Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. Labels 11 The product number helps ...
...the hardware components. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label (select models only)-Provides the serial number of the HP Mobile Broadband Module. This certificate is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ... labels are needed. (4) Warranty period The duration (in years) of the warranty period for use to locate models only) documents, drivers, and support for your computer. ● Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. Labels 11 The product number helps ...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... Wired network (disabled/disconnected) Network (disabled/disconnected) Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Description Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network, and one or more network devices are connected to a wired...are enabled at least one or more of your computer using HP Wireless Assistant software. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network...
... Wired network (disabled/disconnected) Network (disabled/disconnected) Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Description Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, one or more network devices are connected to a wireless network, and one or more network devices are connected to a wired...are enabled at least one or more of your computer using HP Wireless Assistant software. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Cannot connect to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the... driver of the WLAN device is not listed in the feature list on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in...
... software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. Cannot connect to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you have an integrated WLAN device, or the... driver of the WLAN device is not listed in the feature list on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in...
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...latest version of the WLAN device software for a network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to improve security. Select your computer from the HP Web site at a public Internet chat room, contact the network administrator to obtain the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to the ... in a hotspot where several WLANs are active, several are displayed. 3. If you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Click OK to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed If the network status icon is not displayed in the left panel....
...latest version of the WLAN device software for a network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to improve security. Select your computer from the HP Web site at a public Internet chat room, contact the network administrator to obtain the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to the ... in a hotspot where several WLANs are active, several are displayed. 3. If you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Click OK to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Network icon is not displayed If the network status icon is not displayed in the left panel....
User Guide - Windows 7
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... speakers ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music from a disc 1. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the correct...or alarm, and click the Test button. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. 2. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Audio Your computer enables you to do so. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones....
... speakers ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music from a disc 1. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the correct...or alarm, and click the Test button. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. 2. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Audio Your computer enables you to do so. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones....
User Guide - Windows 7
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... on your computer. DVDs have a much higher storage capacity. NOTE: Some of the optical drives listed may not be compatible with many single-layer DVD drivers and players. †LightScribe discs must be supported by your computer may not support all of optical discs discussed in the following : ● Distributing large...
... on your computer. DVDs have a much higher storage capacity. NOTE: Some of the optical drives listed may not be compatible with many single-layer DVD drivers and players. †LightScribe discs must be supported by your computer may not support all of optical discs discussed in the following : ● Distributing large...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... the flat surfaces. Then in a protective case. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Right-click the optical device listing to show all of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Close the disc tray and...
... the flat surfaces. Then in a protective case. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Right-click the optical device listing to show all of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Close the disc tray and...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... sure that the disc is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for hardware changes. ● Scan for scratches. Otherwise, you may see a warning message ...If you click No, the computer may behave in the multimedia program may behave in your system for installed hardware and installs any required drivers. ● Click Properties to see if the device is clean. If necessary, clean the disc with an optical disc repair kit available ...
... sure that the disc is working properly: ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for hardware changes. ● Scan for scratches. Otherwise, you may see a warning message ...If you click No, the computer may behave in the multimedia program may behave in your system for installed hardware and installs any required drivers. ● Click Properties to see if the device is clean. If necessary, clean the disc with an optical disc repair kit available ...
User Guide - Windows 7
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...> Control Panel > System and Security. When prompted, confirm that you are using the procedures in Device Manager. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to a new disc, and then burn from the optical drive. 2. A movie is inserted properly... next to the type of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. Try running your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Optical drive 47 If both displays, the movie image will not appear on an external display 1. Specify a primary...
...> Control Panel > System and Security. When prompted, confirm that you are using the procedures in Device Manager. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to a new disc, and then burn from the optical drive. 2. A movie is inserted properly... next to the type of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. Try running your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes. Optical drive 47 If both displays, the movie image will not appear on an external display 1. Specify a primary...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... or sending multimedia files to someone on another LAN or outside your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the product box, and then press enter. 3. The webcam allows you want to install. 7....file to perform, and then reenable the firewall. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. When the list of the device. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to do so, restart your hard drive. Webcam Your computer ...
... or sending multimedia files to someone on another LAN or outside your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click Check for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the product box, and then press enter. 3. The webcam allows you want to install. 7....file to perform, and then reenable the firewall. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. When the list of the device. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to do so, restart your hard drive. Webcam Your computer ...
User Guide - Windows 7
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..., drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer or to remove the USB device. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. Removing a USB device CAUTION: To prevent loss of the taskbar. Some USB devices may require additional support...
..., drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer or to remove the USB device. NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is usually included with the device. Removing a USB device CAUTION: To prevent loss of the taskbar. Some USB devices may require additional support...
User Guide - Windows 7
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...a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions to download your hard drive. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than a BIOS update, follow these steps: 1. You may need to access this information to locate the ...computer by selecting Start > Computer. 2. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. The hard drive designation is complete. To download a BIOS update: 1. NOTE: After a message on -screen instructions. ...
...a successful installation, you recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions to download your hard drive. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than a BIOS update, follow these steps: 1. You may need to access this information to locate the ...computer by selecting Start > Computer. 2. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. The hard drive designation is complete. To download a BIOS update: 1. NOTE: After a message on -screen instructions. ...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to download the driver and install it later. NOTE: In some locations you may be able to install. 7. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Web browser, go to do this, click Download only to...
... to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to download the driver and install it later. NOTE: In some locations you may be able to install. 7. If prompted to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your Web browser, go to do this, click Download only to...
User Guide - Windows 7
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... a solid-state drive (SSD) may not have a partition. Creating recovery discs HP recommends that you create recovery discs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Creating recovery discs 99 NOTE: Computers with the following ...tasks for safeguarding your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to factory settings in case...
... a solid-state drive (SSD) may not have a partition. Creating recovery discs HP recommends that you create recovery discs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). Creating recovery discs 99 NOTE: Computers with the following ...tasks for safeguarding your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to factory settings in case...