Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 2 Updating programs and drivers ...4 Index ...5 iii
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...from the computer by pressing fn+esc (if you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. Access the page on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Open the Setup Utility by opening the Setup Utility. Do not shut down the computer... in Windows) or by turning on the screen to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your selection to select the Main menu. b. BIOS version information (also known ...
...from the computer by pressing fn+esc (if you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS. Access the page on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Open the Setup Utility by opening the Setup Utility. Do not shut down the computer... in Windows) or by turning on the screen to download your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Identify the BIOS update that provides software for your selection to select the Main menu. b. BIOS version information (also known ...
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... in the Search box, and then press enter. - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to step 6. 3. If prompted to do this,...2. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. After...
... in the Search box, and then press enter. - Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Click Install now to step 6. 3. If prompted to do this,...2. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to open a window containing additional information. 6. After...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... of your WLAN devices are connected to the network. Wireless network connection (connected) Indicates that one or more of your LAN drivers are installed and one or more LAN devices are connected to the network. Wireless network connection (disconnected) Indicates that one or ...more of your LAN drivers are installed but no LAN devices are not connected to the network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Network ...
... of your WLAN devices are connected to the network. Wireless network connection (connected) Indicates that one or more of your LAN drivers are installed and one or more LAN devices are connected to the network. Wireless network connection (disconnected) Indicates that one or ...more of your LAN drivers are installed but no LAN devices are not connected to the network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Network ...
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... does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to use. 17 Before working your network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
... does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to use. 17 Before working your network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
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Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for your computer. You may be prompted for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to improve the security of your permission ...
Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. Cannot connect to a WLAN If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for your computer. You may be prompted for the WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to improve the security of your permission ...
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Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network status icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu. NOTE: To display the network status icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or
Cannot connect to a preferred network Windows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection: ● If there is a network status icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu. NOTE: To display the network status icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or
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..."Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Open your country or region. 3. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the..., and then type your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The driver must be displayed. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. Click the option for your computer model number in the notification area ...
..."Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. To get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Open your country or region. 3. NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the..., and then type your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. Select your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. The driver must be displayed. Press enter, and then follow these steps: 1. Click the option for your computer model number in the notification area ...
External Devices - Windows Vista
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...: To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of information or an unresponsive system, stop and remove a USB device: 1. Double-click...
...: To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of information or an unresponsive system, stop and remove a USB device: 1. Double-click...
External Media Cards - Windows Vista
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...drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Like standard PC... Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 4 Chapter 2 Using ExpressCards 2 Using ExpressCards An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. Configuring...
...drivers for your operating system. ● Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Like standard PC... Cards, ExpressCards are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer. 4 Chapter 2 Using ExpressCards 2 Using ExpressCards An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. Configuring...
External Media Cards - Windows Vista
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... options may contain a protective insert. Insert the card into an ExpressCard slot. NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software" message is firmly seated. To insert an ExpressCard: 1. Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Pull ... when it is in use . Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then push in on the insert (1) to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. The...
... options may contain a protective insert. Insert the card into an ExpressCard slot. NOTE: The first time you insert an ExpressCard, the "Installing device driver software" message is firmly seated. To insert an ExpressCard: 1. Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Pull ... when it is in use . Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then push in on the insert (1) to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. The...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 39 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 40 A device driver must be reinstalled ...41 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 41 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
... A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 39 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 40 A device driver must be reinstalled ...41 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 41 Obtaining the latest Windows device...
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... securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to install any drivers required by the external device. Connecting external audio devices 13 To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on the computer.) ...
... securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to install any drivers required by the external device. Connecting external audio devices 13 To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on the computer.) ...
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The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be reinstalled" found later in the Start Search box. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM ..., click Continue. 4. If you type, search results are listed in the Device Manager utility. 1. If the drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in "A device driver must be missing or corrupted. In the results pane, click Device Manager.
The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be reinstalled" found later in the Start Search box. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM ..., click Continue. 4. If you type, search results are listed in the Device Manager utility. 1. If the drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in "A device driver must be missing or corrupted. In the results pane, click Device Manager.
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... the contents to a new disc, and then burn from your drive. See your user guides for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. 40 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
... the contents to a new disc, and then burn from your drive. See your user guides for your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. 40 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
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.... 4. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers You can obtain the latest HP device drivers in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Remove any other drivers you want to delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings ...and select a time when the utility should check for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. ...
.... 4. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers You can obtain the latest HP device drivers in the Search box, press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Remove any other drivers you want to delete the driver, but do not restart the computer. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings ...and select a time when the utility should check for software and driver downloads, type your country or region. 2. ...
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.... Click Download only to save the file to do so, restart your specific product from the models listed. 4. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Install now to install. 7. To use Microsoft Update: 1. ...After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for updates to automatically check for and install...
.... Click Download only to save the file to do so, restart your specific product from the models listed. 4. Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can be set to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Install now to install. 7. To use Microsoft Update: 1. ...After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - Click Change settings and select a time for Microsoft Update to check for updates to automatically check for and install...
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.../rewind 6 stop 6 volume 5 volume mute 3 C CD burning 28 inserting 25 removing 29 CD drive 22 checking audio functions 14 configuring HDMI 17 D device drivers HP drivers 41 Windows drivers 42 drives, optical drive 22 DVD burning 28 changing region setting 27 inserting 25 removing 29 DVD drive 22 DVD region settings 27 E earbuds..., identifying 3 Q QuickPlay software 9 R region codes, DVD 27 S software installing 11 multimedia 10 QuickPlay 9 Windows Media Player 10 speakers 2 T tips, webcam 31 troubleshooting device driver 41 disc burning 40 disc play 36, 37 DVD movie play 38 external display 39...
.../rewind 6 stop 6 volume 5 volume mute 3 C CD burning 28 inserting 25 removing 29 CD drive 22 checking audio functions 14 configuring HDMI 17 D device drivers HP drivers 41 Windows drivers 42 drives, optical drive 22 DVD burning 28 changing region setting 27 inserting 25 removing 29 DVD drive 22 DVD region settings 27 E earbuds..., identifying 3 Q QuickPlay software 9 R region codes, DVD 27 S software installing 11 multimedia 10 QuickPlay 9 Windows Media Player 10 speakers 2 T tips, webcam 31 troubleshooting device driver 41 disc burning 40 disc play 36, 37 DVD movie play 38 external display 39...
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optical disc tray 34 optical drive detection 35 Windows drivers 42 TV, watching 19 V video features 15 volume 5 volume buttons 5 volume mute button, identifying 3 volume scroll zone, identifying 2 W watching TV 19 webcam 2 webcam light 2 webcam properties, adjusting 32 webcam tips 31 webcam, using 30 44 Index
optical disc tray 34 optical drive detection 35 Windows drivers 42 TV, watching 19 V video features 15 volume 5 volume buttons 5 volume mute button, identifying 3 volume scroll zone, identifying 2 W watching TV 19 webcam 2 webcam light 2 webcam properties, adjusting 32 webcam tips 31 webcam, using 30 44 Index
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... Manager software feature). Recovering system information Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to...
... Manager software feature). Recovering system information Tools provided by restoring the computer to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are designed to...