Drives - Windows 7
Page 22
... another time when you use . You may set it may be prompted for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may want to set Disk Defragmenter to complete. Disk Defragmenter is easy to run on the hard drive so that the system can defragment your computer. After you can run Disk Defragmenter: 1. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve...
... another time when you use . You may set it may be prompted for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may want to set Disk Defragmenter to complete. Disk Defragmenter is easy to run on the hard drive so that the system can defragment your computer. After you can run Disk Defragmenter: 1. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve...
Drives - Windows 7
Page 24
... is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Then shut down the computer and close the display. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected to disconnect it from the hard drive bay. Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power button. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off...
... is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1). 8. Then shut down the computer and close the display. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected to disconnect it from the hard drive bay. Turn the computer upside down on by pressing the power button. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is off...
Drives - Windows 7
Page 34
... be set up Windows Update, you will be reinstalled 1. Obtaining HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for any discs from the optical drive. 2. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you are once again listed. 7. Windows scans your drivers using Windows Update. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the toolbar. Follow the on -screen instructions. 30 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting...
... be set up Windows Update, you will be reinstalled 1. Obtaining HP device drivers To use Windows Update: 1. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then Scan for any discs from the optical drive. 2. NOTE: If you have not previously set to enter settings before you are once again listed. 7. Windows scans your drivers using Windows Update. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the toolbar. Follow the on -screen instructions. 30 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting...
Drives - Windows 7
Page 35
...removing 13 DVD drive 4 DVD region settings 9 H hard disk drive HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 14 installing 21 removing 20 replacing 20 hard drive HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 14 installing 21 removing 20 replacing 20 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 14 L light, drive 15 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 19 Disk Defragmenter 18 O optical disc Blu-ray 6 removing 13 using 4, 5 optical drive identifying 3 P playing a CD, DVD, or BD 7 R region codes, DVD 9 S software Disk Cleanup 19 Disk Defragmenter 18 T troubleshooting burning discs 28 device driver 30 disc play 26, 27 HP device...
...removing 13 DVD drive 4 DVD region settings 9 H hard disk drive HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 14 installing 21 removing 20 replacing 20 hard drive HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 14 installing 21 removing 20 replacing 20 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 14 L light, drive 15 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 19 Disk Defragmenter 18 O optical disc Blu-ray 6 removing 13 using 4, 5 optical drive identifying 3 P playing a CD, DVD, or BD 7 R region codes, DVD 9 S software Disk Cleanup 19 Disk Defragmenter 18 T troubleshooting burning discs 28 device driver 30 disc play 26, 27 HP device...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
Page 9
... change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory...
... change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers. Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
Page 21
... approved for use . The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦ Model description (4). You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). The service tag label is unique to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). This number provides specific information about the computer. Have this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with...
... approved for use . The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed. ◦ Model description (4). You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. If your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). The service tag label is unique to each product. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). This number provides specific information about the computer. Have this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows 7
Page 5
... devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. 1 Using pointing devices Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions...
... devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. 1 Using pointing devices Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions...
Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
Page 8
.... CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password immediately and store it in a file on the computer. ● Do not use the same password for a Windows security feature. Because most passwords are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords 2 Using passwords A password is case sensitive. ● A password set in Windows must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Passwords can also use your information.
.... CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password immediately and store it in a file on the computer. ● Do not use the same password for a Windows security feature. Because most passwords are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support. 2 Chapter 2 Using passwords 2 Using passwords A password is case sensitive. ● A password set in Windows must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Passwords can also use your information.
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
Page 7
... ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - Displaying system information 3 Select the Main menu. Restoring default settings in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to restore the Setup Utility default settings. If the Setup Utility is displayed in the Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. or...
... ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - Displaying system information 3 Select the Main menu. Restoring default settings in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. Use the arrow keys to restore the Setup Utility default settings. If the Setup Utility is displayed in the Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. or...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
Page 10
... hard drive. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Change the Setup Utility language. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup...
... hard drive. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this Change the Setup Utility language. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology (select models only) Processor C6 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
Page 5
.... NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of this guide: 1. Identify your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Access the updates on the computer. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and...
.... NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of this guide: 1. Identify your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Access the updates on the computer. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the hardware devices, and...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
Page 6
... the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Access the page on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your selection to the hard drive. 2 Updating software You may need to identify your hard drive. b. To use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and...
... the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. Access the page on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your selection to the hard drive. 2 Updating software You may need to identify your hard drive. b. To use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
Page 8
... a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click your country or region. 2. Select your hard drive. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your operating system...
... a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, and then press enter. - Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your specific product from the models listed. 4. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. Click your country or region. 2. Select your hard drive. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your operating system...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
Page 22
... does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices. Before working your way...
... does not connect to the network you may add wireless networking capability to use. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems NOTE: Wireless networking devices are installed for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is not listed in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that device drivers are included with select computer models only. 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for all wireless devices. Before working your way...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows 7
Page 23
... Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
... Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings...
Multimedia - Windows 7
Page 20
... connect a video or audio device to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Connect the other supported external display. Press fn+f4 on your computer. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port: 1. Configuring audio for HDMI (select models only) To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as follows: 1. NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable...
... connect a video or audio device to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Connect the other supported external display. Press fn+f4 on your computer. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port: 1. Configuring audio for HDMI (select models only) To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as follows: 1. NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable...
Power Management - Windows 7
Page 5
... initiated, your work is saved to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Using power-saving states 1 Your work is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Windows® Control Panel. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or...
... initiated, your work is saved to a disc or an external media card. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is saved to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Using power-saving states 1 Your work is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Windows® Control Panel. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or...
Power Management - Windows 7
Page 22
... Turn off the display settings listed in use, but it charges faster when the computer is heavily used, it after the calibration. 8. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under Hibernate after so that you are onboard aircraft. Do not charge the computer battery while you can reset it should not need to Never. 5. Change the On battery setting to calibrate a new battery. Click Save changes. 18 Chapter 3 Using battery power...
... Turn off the display settings listed in use, but it charges faster when the computer is heavily used, it after the calibration. 8. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under Hibernate after so that you are onboard aircraft. Do not charge the computer battery while you can reset it should not need to Never. 5. Change the On battery setting to calibrate a new battery. Click Save changes. 18 Chapter 3 Using battery power...
Power Management - Windows 7
Page 23
... a critical battery level. 1. When the battery is recharged, the battery light on when the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off automatically. ◦ Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically when the computer is idle. ◦ System-initiated Hibernation will discharge faster while you recorded for On battery. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Reenter the setting that you are using it...
... a critical battery level. 1. When the battery is recharged, the battery light on when the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off automatically. ◦ Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically when the computer is idle. ◦ System-initiated Hibernation will discharge faster while you recorded for On battery. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Reenter the setting that you are using it...
Power Management - Windows 7
Page 27
... you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is possible. 1. The Shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and 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 use the Windows...
... you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is possible. 1. The Shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and 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 use the Windows...