Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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.... Be sure that list public WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations, Hotspotlist, and Geektools. You can access the network, a warning is amber when all wireless devices are prompted to verify the name, speed, strength, and status of the taskbar, to enter a network security key, which is displayed. A list of public WLANs near you are off , press the wireless button. Click Connect Anyway to complete...
.... Be sure that list public WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations, Hotspotlist, and Geektools. You can access the network, a warning is amber when all wireless devices are prompted to verify the name, speed, strength, and status of the taskbar, to enter a network security key, which is displayed. A list of public WLANs near you are off , press the wireless button. Click Connect Anyway to complete...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. For more information. 1. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings.
... 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. For more information. 1. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings.
Security - Windows Vista
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... to control access to your computer information. You can be set in Windows or in a secure place. NOTE: Select models include a separate numeric keypad, which functions exactly like the keyboard number keys. ● A password must be entered at a Windows prompt. The following tips for a Windows security feature. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords For...
... to control access to your computer information. You can be set in Windows or in a secure place. NOTE: Select models include a separate numeric keypad, which functions exactly like the keyboard number keys. ● A password must be entered at a Windows prompt. The following tips for a Windows security feature. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords For...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista
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... the menu display. Using advanced Setup Utility features This guide describes the Setup Utility features recommended for boot order preferences. For more information about the Setup Utility features recommended for a Network Service Boot. Then use the arrow keys to change boot order" message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt for advanced users only, refer to Help and Support...
... the menu display. Using advanced Setup Utility features This guide describes the Setup Utility features recommended for boot order preferences. For more information about the Setup Utility features recommended for a Network Service Boot. Then use the arrow keys to change boot order" message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt for advanced users only, refer to Help and Support...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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... regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. If your computer is stored on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Most software and BIOS updates...
... regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. If your computer is stored on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Most software and BIOS updates...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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... unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to enter Setup" message is connected to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. You may need to reliable external power using the AC adapter. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. During the download and installation, follow these instructions...
... unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to enter Setup" message is connected to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. You may need to reliable external power using the AC adapter. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. During the download and installation, follow these instructions...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... not need access to your computer. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can defragment your permission or password for more efficiently. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of your hard drive...
... not need access to your computer. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can defragment your permission or password for more efficiently. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of your hard drive...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to update your drivers using the procedures in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. If you may need to delete. 6. In the results pane, click Device Manager. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. Click the option for hardware changes icon in the...
... uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to update your drivers using the procedures in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. If you may need to delete. 6. In the results pane, click Device Manager. In the Device Manager window, click the Scan for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. Click the option for hardware changes icon in the...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... Update to get the latest updates for updates to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for your Internet browser and go to install Microsoft Update. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. A device driver must be set to your computer. 3. Click your hard drive. When the list of the device. Click Download...
... Update to get the latest updates for updates to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for your Internet browser and go to install Microsoft Update. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to http://www.microsoft.com. 2. A device driver must be set to your computer. 3. Click your hard drive. When the list of the device. Click Download...
Drives - Windows Vista
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...-ray Disc ROM with DL support 4 T troubleshooting burning discs 21 device driver 22 disc play 20, 21 HP device drivers 22 optical disc tray 18 optical drive detection 19 Windows drivers 23 24 Index optical drive DVD burning 9, 21 changing region setting 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 DVD drive 3 DVD region settings 7 H hard disk drive HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 12 installing 16 removing 15 replacing 15 hard drive HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 12 installing 16 removing 15 replacing 15 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 12 L light, drive 13 M maintenance Disk Cleanup...
...-ray Disc ROM with DL support 4 T troubleshooting burning discs 21 device driver 22 disc play 20, 21 HP device drivers 22 optical disc tray 18 optical drive detection 19 Windows drivers 23 24 Index optical drive DVD burning 9, 21 changing region setting 7 copying 8 playing 6 removing 10 DVD drive 3 DVD region settings 7 H hard disk drive HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 12 installing 16 removing 15 replacing 15 hard drive HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 12 installing 16 removing 15 replacing 15 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 12 L light, drive 13 M maintenance Disk Cleanup...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD). NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the computer. Supports an optional ExpressCard/34 module. 10 Chapter 2 Components Connects an optional video or audio device, such as an eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) External monitor port (2) Security cable slot (3) Vent (4) USB port (5) eSATA/USB port (6) HDMI port (select models only) (7) Digital Media Slot...
...optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD). NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to the computer. Supports an optional ExpressCard/34 module. 10 Chapter 2 Components Connects an optional video or audio device, such as an eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) External monitor port (2) Security cable slot (3) Vent (4) USB port (5) eSATA/USB port (6) HDMI port (select models only) (7) Digital Media Slot...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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... and the monitor. The function of the fn+f5 hotkey can initiate Hibernation. For example, if a monitor is saved to simultaneous display on the hard drive and the computer turns off. The following video transmission types, with examples of devices that use them, are supported by the fn+f4 hotkey: ● LCD (computer display) ● External VGA (most external monitors) ● HDMI (televisions, camcorders, DVD players, VCRs, and video capture cards with HDMI ports) Initiating...
... and the monitor. The function of the fn+f5 hotkey can initiate Hibernation. For example, if a monitor is saved to simultaneous display on the hard drive and the computer turns off. The following video transmission types, with examples of devices that use them, are supported by the fn+f4 hotkey: ● LCD (computer display) ● External VGA (most external monitors) ● HDMI (televisions, camcorders, DVD players, VCRs, and video capture cards with HDMI ports) Initiating...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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... function while an external keyboard or numeric keypad is turned on. Using an optional external numeric keypad Keys on most external numeric keypads function differently according to an optional docking device or expansion product. To turn num lock on or off , most keypad keys type numbers. ● When num lock is turned on, each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by using the fn key or the fn+shift key combination. ● To change...
... function while an external keyboard or numeric keypad is turned on. Using an optional external numeric keypad Keys on most external numeric keypads function differently according to an optional docking device or expansion product. To turn num lock on or off , most keypad keys type numbers. ● When num lock is turned on, each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by using the fn key or the fn+shift key combination. ● To change...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most electronic retailers. Connect the other supported external display. Configuring the audio using HDMI For best results, connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. To connect a video or audio device to Display adapters. 12 Chapter 4 Video You must also determine what type of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port on your media program...
... the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most electronic retailers. Connect the other supported external display. Configuring the audio using HDMI For best results, connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. To connect a video or audio device to Display adapters. 12 Chapter 4 Video You must also determine what type of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port on your media program...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... your computer model number in the following procedures to obtain HP device drivers. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings to immediately check for HP software updates. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your country or region. 3. Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can be set to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Follow the on -screen instructions. If prompted to install Microsoft Update. This Windows feature can...
... your computer model number in the following procedures to obtain HP device drivers. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings to immediately check for HP software updates. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your country or region. 3. Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can be set to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Follow the on -screen instructions. If prompted to install Microsoft Update. This Windows feature can...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... audio or video playback functionality, or loss of inactivity when running on external power. If the computer is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows® Control Panel. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. You can be changed using Power Options in the Sleep...
... audio or video playback functionality, or loss of inactivity when running on external power. If the computer is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows® Control Panel. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. You can be changed using Power Options in the Sleep...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of simply charging it is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in Windows Control Panel. Charging a battery WARNING! The battery charges whenever the computer is on battery power. Do not charge the computer battery while you use before turning on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in a cool, dry location...
... charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of simply charging it is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in Windows Control Panel. Charging a battery WARNING! The battery charges whenever the computer is on battery power. Do not charge the computer battery while you use before turning on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in a cool, dry location...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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To fully charge the battery: 1. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off. The battery light on . 3. Click the battery meter icon in battery run time Even if a battery is heavily used, it should not need to be calibrated more than once a month. Change the Turn off . Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Change the On battery setting to Never. 5. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Click the plus...
To fully charge the battery: 1. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off. The battery light on . 3. Click the battery meter icon in battery run time Even if a battery is heavily used, it should not need to be calibrated more than once a month. Change the Turn off . Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Change the On battery setting to Never. 5. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Click the plus...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... turns off. or - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Click Save changes. 16 Chapter 3 Using battery power Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. If the computer is off . Reenter the settings that you recorded for On battery. 7. Reenter the setting that you recorded for the items in the On battery column. 4. Click OK. 8. Click Change advanced power settings...
... turns off. or - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Click Save changes. 16 Chapter 3 Using battery power Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. If the computer is off . Reenter the settings that you recorded for On battery. 7. Reenter the setting that you recorded for the items in the On battery column. 4. Click OK. 8. Click Change advanced power settings...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to the Lock button. 3. Click Shut Down. The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. If the computer...
... following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to the Lock button. 3. Click Shut Down. The Shut Down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. If the computer...