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...boot to original condition. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but computer fails to startup or boot, and displays a black screen Usually occurs if a component ...Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but does not start normally, identify the specific problem symptom listed below and take the recommended actions. HP Notebook PCs - Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk to recover the computer to BIOS mode (f10) and ...
...boot to original condition. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but computer fails to startup or boot, and displays a black screen Usually occurs if a component ...Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but does not start normally, identify the specific problem symptom listed below and take the recommended actions. HP Notebook PCs - Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist Print and use recovery disk to recover the computer to BIOS mode (f10) and ...
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... latest drivers, patches, and notifications. The only warranties for more user guides? For more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications. Windows and Windows Vista are set forth in Help...additional warranty. Part number: 610534-001 User Guides HP is subject to change without notice. As part of Microsoft Corporation. Windows Users Looking for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Subscription Services for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and...
... latest drivers, patches, and notifications. The only warranties for more user guides? For more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications. Windows and Windows Vista are set forth in Help...additional warranty. Part number: 610534-001 User Guides HP is subject to change without notice. As part of Microsoft Corporation. Windows Users Looking for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Subscription Services for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and...
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...know the computer 2 Chapter 2: Finding information Locating the electronic manuals 3 Finding more information 4 Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Setting up HP QuickWeb for the first time 6 Using HP QuickWeb 6 Starting Microsoft Windows 7 Turning HP QuickWeb on and off 7 Identifying the Quick Web control buttons 7 Identifying the LaunchBar icons 8 Identifying the ... Choosing an ISP 17 Using Internet Services & Offers 18 Using ISP-provided icons 18 Using the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard 18 Notebook Essentials iii Contents Chapter 1: What's next?
...know the computer 2 Chapter 2: Finding information Locating the electronic manuals 3 Finding more information 4 Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Setting up HP QuickWeb for the first time 6 Using HP QuickWeb 6 Starting Microsoft Windows 7 Turning HP QuickWeb on and off 7 Identifying the Quick Web control buttons 7 Identifying the LaunchBar icons 8 Identifying the ... Choosing an ISP 17 Using Internet Services & Offers 18 Using ISP-provided icons 18 Using the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard 18 Notebook Essentials iii Contents Chapter 1: What's next?
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... An external device is not working 38 The wireless network connection is not working 39 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 41 Input power 41 Index iv Notebook Essentials
... An external device is not working 38 The wireless network connection is not working 39 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 41 Input power 41 Index iv Notebook Essentials
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... this guide before you can send and receive e-mail and connect to the Internet. Introducing HP QuickWeb (select models only) After you set up your music, digital photos, and the Web...this chapter completely, because it is important to take is to update your antivirus software After you can activate HP QuickWeb. Click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides. Connecting to the user guide,..., one of the full factory image. For more information, refer to Chapter 3, "Using HP QuickWeb (select models only)," for additional information. Notebook Essentials 1
... this guide before you can send and receive e-mail and connect to the Internet. Introducing HP QuickWeb (select models only) After you set up your music, digital photos, and the Web...this chapter completely, because it is important to take is to update your antivirus software After you can activate HP QuickWeb. Click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides. Connecting to the user guide,..., one of the full factory image. For more information, refer to Chapter 3, "Using HP QuickWeb (select models only)," for additional information. Notebook Essentials 1
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The following list highlights the entertainment features of the computer and explains where to get additional information for each feature. ■ ... models, when watching movies, you have completed the preceding steps, familiarize yourself with preinstalled multimedia software, including HP MediaSmart, which turns the computer into a mobile entertainment center. For instructions on using the computer. You can connect an optional display device or an HDMI (High...and Support on the webcam, refer to review the user guides located in Help and Support. 2 Notebook Essentials
The following list highlights the entertainment features of the computer and explains where to get additional information for each feature. ■ ... models, when watching movies, you have completed the preceding steps, familiarize yourself with preinstalled multimedia software, including HP MediaSmart, which turns the computer into a mobile entertainment center. For instructions on using the computer. You can connect an optional display device or an HDMI (High...and Support on the webcam, refer to review the user guides located in Help and Support. 2 Notebook Essentials
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Notebook Essentials 3 Chapter 2: Finding information Locating the electronic manuals For detailed information about the features and components of the computer, such as power management, drives, memory, security, and other features, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides. You do not need to connect to the Internet to access the user guides in Help and Support. ✎ User guides for select models may also be provided on a User Guides disc.
Notebook Essentials 3 Chapter 2: Finding information Locating the electronic manuals For detailed information about the features and components of the computer, such as power management, drives, memory, security, and other features, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides. You do not need to connect to the Internet to access the user guides in Help and Support. ✎ User guides for select models may also be provided on a User Guides disc.
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... document, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. 4 Notebook Essentials For country- Chapter 2: Finding information Finding more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. To access Help and Support, click Start,... and then click Help and Support. For more information In addition to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. or region-specific support, go to the user guides, Help and Support also...
... document, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. 4 Notebook Essentials For country- Chapter 2: Finding information Finding more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. To access Help and Support, click Start,... and then click Help and Support. For more information In addition to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. or region-specific support, go to the user guides, Help and Support also...
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Skype offers conference calling and video chat, as well as Google Talk, Windows Live Messenger, Yahoo! Notebook Essentials 5 Messenger, or other providers. ■ Skype-Skype is separate from your Windows operating system. QuickWeb allows you communicate free of ...to your favorite music and create playlists. ■ Photo Viewer-Browse through photos, create albums, and view slide shows. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) HP QuickWeb is an optional, instant-on multiple instant messaging programs, such as long-distance phone calls to land lines. ■ Web e-...
Skype offers conference calling and video chat, as well as Google Talk, Windows Live Messenger, Yahoo! Notebook Essentials 5 Messenger, or other providers. ■ Skype-Skype is separate from your Windows operating system. QuickWeb allows you communicate free of ...to your favorite music and create playlists. ■ Photo Viewer-Browse through photos, create albums, and view slide shows. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) HP QuickWeb is an optional, instant-on multiple instant messaging programs, such as long-distance phone calls to land lines. ■ Web e-...
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...appears. 2. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Setting up HP QuickWeb for 15 seconds, the computer starts Microsoft Windows. For more information on the QuickWeb timer and changing the timer settings, refer to the HP QuickWeb software Help. 6 Notebook Essentials Turn on the QuickWeb... Home screen to activate QuickWeb. To start your computer. If you to the HP QuickWeb software Help. Follow the on your mouse or press ...
...appears. 2. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Setting up HP QuickWeb for 15 seconds, the computer starts Microsoft Windows. For more information on the QuickWeb timer and changing the timer settings, refer to the HP QuickWeb software Help. 6 Notebook Essentials Turn on the QuickWeb... Home screen to activate QuickWeb. To start your computer. If you to the HP QuickWeb software Help. Follow the on your mouse or press ...
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.... Click Start, click All Programs, click HP QuickWeb. Identifying the Quick Web control buttons The following table shows and describes the QuickWeb control buttons. Turning HP QuickWeb on the far left of the QuickWeb Home screen. Notebook Essentials 7 Click the Status tab, and ...then click the Enable or Disable check box. 3. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Starting Microsoft Windows ...
.... Click Start, click All Programs, click HP QuickWeb. Identifying the Quick Web control buttons The following table shows and describes the QuickWeb control buttons. Turning HP QuickWeb on the far left of the QuickWeb Home screen. Notebook Essentials 7 Click the Status tab, and ...then click the Enable or Disable check box. 3. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Starting Microsoft Windows ...
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...mp3, .aac (MPEG-4), and audio CD formats. Right-click the USB icon to open a menu to open the Network dialog box. (Continued) 8 Notebook Essentials This is present. Supports .jpg, .png, .gif, .tiff, and select .raw formats. If a USB drive is connected. Click the USB... lets you can bookmark your favorite online calendar program. Click the Network icon to open the File Manager window. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Identifying the LaunchBar icons The following table identifies and describes the notification icons. Launches the Chat application. Launches...
...mp3, .aac (MPEG-4), and audio CD formats. Right-click the USB icon to open a menu to open the Network dialog box. (Continued) 8 Notebook Essentials This is present. Supports .jpg, .png, .gif, .tiff, and select .raw formats. If a USB drive is connected. Click the USB... lets you can bookmark your favorite online calendar program. Click the Network icon to open the File Manager window. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Identifying the LaunchBar icons The following table identifies and describes the notification icons. Launches the Chat application. Launches...
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... When the computer is connected to AC power, the icon appears with a power cord. Indicates that the computer is connected to AC power. Notebook Essentials 9 Use the Settings panel to modify QuickWeb settings such as only a battery. Click the icon to display a menu for speakers and the... is disconnected. Click the Volume Control icon to open the Network dialog box. This icon also controls power settings. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Icon Description Indicates that the battery is not connected to AC power. When the computer is connected to ...
... When the computer is connected to AC power, the icon appears with a power cord. Indicates that the computer is connected to AC power. Notebook Essentials 9 Use the Settings panel to modify QuickWeb settings such as only a battery. Click the icon to display a menu for speakers and the... is disconnected. Click the Volume Control icon to open the Network dialog box. This icon also controls power settings. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Icon Description Indicates that the battery is not connected to AC power. When the computer is connected to ...
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... and then select the Enable Wi-Fi check box. Click the Music icon on changing settings in the Settings panel, refer to the HP QuickWeb software Help. The Settings panel selection box is displayed. 2. The directory can be on the right side of the following: ...For more information on the LaunchBar. On the left side of the window. 10 Notebook Essentials Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Using the Settings panel 1. After turning on setting up a wireless connection by using HP QuickWeb and Windows, refer to Chapter 5, "Networking," and to play music: 1....
... and then select the Enable Wi-Fi check box. Click the Music icon on changing settings in the Settings panel, refer to the HP QuickWeb software Help. The Settings panel selection box is displayed. 2. The directory can be on the right side of the following: ...For more information on the LaunchBar. On the left side of the window. 10 Notebook Essentials Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Using the Settings panel 1. After turning on setting up a wireless connection by using HP QuickWeb and Windows, refer to Chapter 5, "Networking," and to play music: 1....
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... want to begin your Skype name and password, and then click Sign in the selected directory. 3. Type your conference call or video chat. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Browsing photos To view photos: 1. Photo Viewer is compatible with other providers. The directory can be on the LaunchBar. A larger view... Skype icon on either your instant messaging protocol and setting up : 1. A Sign in to Skype window is a voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) that is displayed. 2. Notebook Essentials 11
... want to begin your Skype name and password, and then click Sign in the selected directory. 3. Type your conference call or video chat. Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) Browsing photos To view photos: 1. Photo Viewer is compatible with other providers. The directory can be on the LaunchBar. A larger view... Skype icon on either your instant messaging protocol and setting up : 1. A Sign in to Skype window is a voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) that is displayed. 2. Notebook Essentials 11
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Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) 3. Before you proceed, read the information provided by the links at the bottom of the Create Account window, to be sure that you understand the terms and possible charges you can incur from using Skype. ✎ For more information on using Skype, refer to the software Help. 12 Notebook Essentials
Chapter 3: Using HP QuickWeb (select models only) 3. Before you proceed, read the information provided by the links at the bottom of the Create Account window, to be sure that you understand the terms and possible charges you can incur from using Skype. ✎ For more information on using Skype, refer to the software Help. 12 Notebook Essentials
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... computer: ■ Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days of the computer, follow these guidelines: ■ Keep the operating system and software updated. Notebook Essentials 13 To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by purchasing extended update service. ■ To access Norton Internet Security, or to...
... computer: ■ Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days of the computer, follow these guidelines: ■ Keep the operating system and software updated. Notebook Essentials 13 To provide ongoing protection against new viruses beyond 60 days by purchasing extended update service. ■ To access Norton Internet Security, or to...
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...the computer air vents. Using the computer safely Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). 14 Notebook Essentials The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Telephone line surge protectors are available from the computer)....electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on the modem cable that is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort ...
...the computer air vents. Using the computer safely Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). 14 Notebook Essentials The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Telephone line surge protectors are available from the computer)....electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on the modem cable that is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort ...
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Notebook Essentials 15 To access the notices, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For more safety and regulatory information, and for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. Chapter 4: Keeping the computer safe Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with some models.
Notebook Essentials 15 To access the notices, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For more safety and regulatory information, and for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. Chapter 4: Keeping the computer safe Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with some models.
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... Subscriber Line (DSL) ■ Other services Broadband access may require additional hardware or software provided by dialing in all locations) Notebook Essentials 17 Chapter 5: Networking ✎ Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your Internet service provider (ISP...you can use an existing account: ■ Internet Services & Offers (available in some locations) ■ ISP-provided icons (available in HP QuickWeb. Bluetooth® devices (select models only) create a personal area network (PAN) to connect to the "Setting up a wireless ...
... Subscriber Line (DSL) ■ Other services Broadband access may require additional hardware or software provided by dialing in all locations) Notebook Essentials 17 Chapter 5: Networking ✎ Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your Internet service provider (ISP...you can use an existing account: ■ Internet Services & Offers (available in some locations) ■ ISP-provided icons (available in HP QuickWeb. Bluetooth® devices (select models only) create a personal area network (PAN) to connect to the "Setting up a wireless ...