Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... User Account Control feature to Windows Help for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. Refer to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. Access the updates on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Updating software Updated...
... User Account Control feature to Windows Help for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date. Refer to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. Access the updates on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Updating software Updated...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... an optional power source. You may need to select the Main menu. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Open the Setup Utility by turning on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for your computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. To download a BIOS update...
... an optional power source. You may need to select the Main menu. Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Open the Setup Utility by turning on your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for your computer. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. To download a BIOS update...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... file to open a window containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web...
... file to open a window containing additional information. 6. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your operating system. 5. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to Help and Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your...
Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. The listing for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to Help and Support for more information on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer or on an optional docking device (select models only). USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-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...
... connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer or on an optional docking device (select models only). USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-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...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Depending on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run during the night or another time when you start Disk Defragmenter, it to run more than an hour to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature...
... run Disk Defragmenter: 1. Depending on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to run during the night or another time when you start Disk Defragmenter, it to run more than an hour to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature...
Drives - Windows Vista
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..., DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on -screen instructions to install Microsoft Update. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for hardware changes icon in the Start Search box. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using the procedures in the pane above the box. 3. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for updates to the Windows operating...
..., DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on -screen instructions to install Microsoft Update. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for hardware changes icon in the Start Search box. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using the procedures in the pane above the box. 3. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 4. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for updates to the Windows operating...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... HP software updates. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the search box, and then press enter. - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on the Web. 3. A device driver must be reinstalled 31 Click Next to step 6. 3. Click your hard drive. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. On the HP Welcome screen...
... HP software updates. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the search box, and then press enter. - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on the Web. 3. A device driver must be reinstalled 31 Click Next to step 6. 3. Click your hard drive. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. On the HP Welcome screen...
Drives - Windows Vista
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optical drive DVD burning 12, 28 changing region setting 9 copying 11 playing 7 removing 13 DVD drive 2, 14 DVD region settings 9 E external drive 14 H hard disk drive external 14 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 15 installing 21 removing 20 replacing 20 hard drive external 14 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 15 installing 21 removing 20 replacing 20 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 15 L light, drive 16 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 19 Disk Defragmenter 19 O optical disc playing 7 removing 13 optical drive 2, 14 R region codes, DVD 9 S software Disk Cleanup 19 Disk Defragmenter ...
optical drive DVD burning 12, 28 changing region setting 9 copying 11 playing 7 removing 13 DVD drive 2, 14 DVD region settings 9 E external drive 14 H hard disk drive external 14 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 15 installing 21 removing 20 replacing 20 hard drive external 14 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 15 installing 21 removing 20 replacing 20 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 15 L light, drive 16 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 19 Disk Defragmenter 19 O optical disc playing 7 removing 13 optical drive 2, 14 R region codes, DVD 9 S software Disk Cleanup 19 Disk Defragmenter ...
HP Pavilion dv3 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... section. It is not connected to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Component (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) External monitor port (5) RJ-45 (network) jack (6) Vent (7) Security cable slot Description Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from the illustration in this location. Left-side components NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from being accessed. Supports an optional ExpressCard/34 module.
... section. It is not connected to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Component (3) HDMI port (select models only) (4) External monitor port (5) RJ-45 (network) jack (6) Vent (7) Security cable slot Description Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from the illustration in this location. Left-side components NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from being accessed. Supports an optional ExpressCard/34 module.
HP Pavilion dv3 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... of the computer. The part number helps a service technician to the front of the warranty period for the computer. Serial number location 13 This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the number used to each product. This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service tag.
... of the computer. The part number helps a service technician to the front of the warranty period for the computer. Serial number location 13 This is an alphanumeric identifier that is the number used to each product. This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 3 Illustrated parts catalog Serial number location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service tag.
HP Pavilion dv3 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag. This is the product name affixed to each screw size and location during removal and replacement. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. This number describes the duration of each product. Make special note of the warranty period for the computer. There are needed...
... ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag. This is the product name affixed to each screw size and location during removal and replacement. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. This number describes the duration of each product. Make special note of the warranty period for the computer. There are needed...
HP Pavilion dv3 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... battery 12 hard drive 12 Bluetooth module removal 55 spare part number 16, 55 boot options 65 boot order 65 button sound 65 buttons MediaSmart 5 next/fast forward 6 play/pause 6 power 5 previous/rewind 6 stop 6 TouchPad 9 TouchPad on/off 9 volume mute 5 wireless 6 C cables, service considerations 25 camera, product description 2 camera/microphone module removal 45 spare part number 17, 46 camera/microphone module cable removal 48 spare part number 18 caps lock light, identifying 8 Card Reader Power Saving 65 changing the Setup Utility language 62 chipset, product description 1 CMOS clearing...
... battery 12 hard drive 12 Bluetooth module removal 55 spare part number 16, 55 boot options 65 boot order 65 button sound 65 buttons MediaSmart 5 next/fast forward 6 play/pause 6 power 5 previous/rewind 6 stop 6 TouchPad 9 TouchPad on/off 9 volume mute 5 wireless 6 C cables, service considerations 25 camera, product description 2 camera/microphone module removal 45 spare part number 17, 46 camera/microphone module cable removal 48 spare part number 18 caps lock light, identifying 8 Card Reader Power Saving 65 changing the Setup Utility language 62 chipset, product description 1 CMOS clearing...
HP Pavilion dv3 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...webcam light, identifying 4 internal microphones, identifying 4 interrupt specifications 71 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 10 audio-out (headphone) 10 RJ-45 (network) 11 K keyboard product description 3 spare part numbers 15 keyboard and switch cover removal 40 spare part numbers 40 keypad keys, identifying 7 keys esc 6 fn 7 function 7 keypad 7 Windows applications 7 Windows logo 7 L LAN Power Saving 65 language support 65 latch, battery release 12 LED bracket spare part number 15 lights battery 9 caps lock 8 drive 9 mute 8 num lock 8 optical drive 11 power 8, 11 TouchPad 9 volume down 8 volume...
...webcam light, identifying 4 internal microphones, identifying 4 interrupt specifications 71 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 10 audio-out (headphone) 10 RJ-45 (network) 11 K keyboard product description 3 spare part numbers 15 keyboard and switch cover removal 40 spare part numbers 40 keypad keys, identifying 7 keys esc 6 fn 7 function 7 keypad 7 Windows applications 7 Windows logo 7 L LAN Power Saving 65 language support 65 latch, battery release 12 LED bracket spare part number 15 lights battery 9 caps lock 8 drive 9 mute 8 num lock 8 optical drive 11 power 8, 11 TouchPad 9 volume down 8 volume...
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... audio 2 camera 2 chipset 1 display panel 1 docking support 3 Ethernet 2 external media cards 2 graphics 1 hard drives 1 keyboard 3 memory module 1 microphone 2 operating system 3 optical drives 2 pointing devices 3 ports 2 power requirements 3 processors 1 product name 1 security 3 serviceability 3 wireless 2 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 85 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 88 recovering from the recovery discs 88 recovery discs 85 Recovery Manager 85, 88 recovery partition 85 recovery, system 88 remote control, spare part numbers 21 removal/replacement...
... audio 2 camera 2 chipset 1 display panel 1 docking support 3 Ethernet 2 external media cards 2 graphics 1 hard drives 1 keyboard 3 memory module 1 microphone 2 operating system 3 optical drives 2 pointing devices 3 ports 2 power requirements 3 processors 1 product name 1 security 3 serviceability 3 wireless 2 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 85 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 88 recovering from the recovery discs 88 recovery discs 85 Recovery Manager 85, 88 recovery partition 85 recovery, system 88 remote control, spare part numbers 21 removal/replacement...
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... system recovery 88 system restore points 85 T thermal paste, replacement 59 tools required 24 top cover removal 49 spare part number 15, 49 TouchPad buttons 9 identifying 9 scrolling regions 9 touchpad board spare part number 15 touchpad bracket spare part number 15 TouchPad light, identifying 9 TouchPad on/off button 9 transporting guidelines 27 wireless module compartment, identifying 12 wireless, product description 2 WLAN module removal 33 spare part numbers 16, 33 workstation guidelines 27 U Universal Serial Bus (USB) port pin assignments 93 unknown password 29 USB ports, identifying...
... system recovery 88 system restore points 85 T thermal paste, replacement 59 tools required 24 top cover removal 49 spare part number 15, 49 TouchPad buttons 9 identifying 9 scrolling regions 9 touchpad board spare part number 15 touchpad bracket spare part number 15 TouchPad light, identifying 9 TouchPad on/off button 9 transporting guidelines 27 wireless module compartment, identifying 12 wireless, product description 2 WLAN module removal 33 spare part numbers 16, 33 workstation guidelines 27 U Universal Serial Bus (USB) port pin assignments 93 unknown password 29 USB ports, identifying...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... - 1. Setting HDMI as your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to that graphics card. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound icon. 2. To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port on your computer, and use MediaSmart as the default audio playback device 1. Connect one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other end of graphics card installed in your media program. In the left pane, click Device Manager...
... - 1. Setting HDMI as your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to that graphics card. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound icon. 2. To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port on your computer, and use MediaSmart as the default audio playback device 1. Connect one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other end of graphics card installed in your media program. In the left pane, click Device Manager...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... array microphones, identifying 2 drives, optical drive 14 DVD changing region setting 17 inserting 16 removing 19, 21 DVD drive 14 DVD region settings 17 E earbuds 2 external audio devices, connecting 9 external monitor port 11 H HDMI configuring 12 connecting 11 HDMI port 11 headphone (audio-out) jack 2 headphones 2 high-definition devices, connecting 11 HP MediaSmart 3 I internal digital dual array microphones, identifying 2 issues, resolving 21 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 2 audio-out (headphone) 2 M media activity buttons 5 media activity hotkeys 6 MediaSmart starting 3, 7 using 7, 17...
... array microphones, identifying 2 drives, optical drive 14 DVD changing region setting 17 inserting 16 removing 19, 21 DVD drive 14 DVD region settings 17 E earbuds 2 external audio devices, connecting 9 external monitor port 11 H HDMI configuring 12 connecting 11 HDMI port 11 headphone (audio-out) jack 2 headphones 2 high-definition devices, connecting 11 HP MediaSmart 3 I internal digital dual array microphones, identifying 2 issues, resolving 21 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 2 audio-out (headphone) 2 M media activity buttons 5 media activity hotkeys 6 MediaSmart starting 3, 7 using 7, 17...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... the Lock button, and then click Sleep. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options in any computer functions while the computer is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Your work is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or...
... the Lock button, and then click Sleep. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options in any computer functions while the computer is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Your work is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or button on the remote control (select models only). ● Activate the TouchPad. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... then turns off the display and computer. If the computer is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to the Lock button. 3. Shut down the computer under any of the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access...
... then turns off the display and computer. If the computer is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to the Lock button. 3. Shut down the computer under any of the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access...