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... product. Have the following information available before you can obtain warranty service and technical support by contacting HP online or by telephone. See the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/support. Find original product drivers, latest updates and software fixes, warranty information, and product documentation. Find updated service and support...
... product. Have the following information available before you can obtain warranty service and technical support by contacting HP online or by telephone. See the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/support. Find original product drivers, latest updates and software fixes, warranty information, and product documentation. Find updated service and support...
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... Users Looking for more user guides? The only warranties for more user guides? As part of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. They are on your computer hard drive in the express warranty statements accompanying such... about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to the user guides are available on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Windows and Windows Vista are U.S. Nothing herein should be liable for Business Notebook Keep ...
... Users Looking for more user guides? The only warranties for more user guides? As part of this product up now at http://www.hp.com. © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. They are on your computer hard drive in the express warranty statements accompanying such... about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to the user guides are available on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. Windows and Windows Vista are U.S. Nothing herein should be liable for Business Notebook Keep ...
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... computer users. or region-specific support, go to the user guides, Help and Support also provides information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and accessing technical support. The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. It describes ... information, see the User Guides disc included with some models. 20 Notebook Essentials To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. For more information In addition to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and then follow the ...
... computer users. or region-specific support, go to the user guides, Help and Support also provides information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and accessing technical support. The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. It describes ... information, see the User Guides disc included with some models. 20 Notebook Essentials To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. For more information In addition to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and then follow the ...
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...■ Creating a set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs HP recommends creating recovery discs to be created per computer. ■ Number each disc before inserting it into the ... discs after setting up the computer for safeguarding your system to its original factory state if you experience serious system failure or instability. Notebook Essentials 35 To create a set of recovery discs: 1. Before creating recovery discs: ■ Use high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, BD...
...■ Creating a set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs HP recommends creating recovery discs to be created per computer. ■ Number each disc before inserting it into the ... discs after setting up the computer for safeguarding your system to its original factory state if you experience serious system failure or instability. Notebook Essentials 35 To create a set of recovery discs: 1. Before creating recovery discs: ■ Use high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, BD...
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...Sharing Center > Troubleshoot problems, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be sure that the lights are installed and updated. Notebook Essentials 45 Appendix A: Troubleshooting An external device is not working as expected: ■ Turn on the device according to the manufacturer's instructions...is receiving electrical power. ■ The device, especially if it is older, is compatible with the operating system. ■ The correct drivers are illuminated. ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and then turn on the wireless device. ■ Be sure that the...
...Sharing Center > Troubleshoot problems, and then follow the on-screen instructions. ■ Be sure that the lights are installed and updated. Notebook Essentials 45 Appendix A: Troubleshooting An external device is not working as expected: ■ Turn on the device according to the manufacturer's instructions...is receiving electrical power. ■ The device, especially if it is older, is compatible with the operating system. ■ The correct drivers are illuminated. ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and then turn on the wireless device. ■ Be sure that the...
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...setup. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in a safe place. As you add new software and data files, continue to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature)-This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without...; Creating system restore points (operating system feature)-System restore points reverse undesirable changes to the computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with an SSD might not have a recovery partition, you are used to its...
...setup. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in a safe place. As you add new software and data files, continue to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature)-This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without...; Creating system restore points (operating system feature)-System restore points reverse undesirable changes to the computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with an SSD might not have a recovery partition, you are used to its...
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... before completion 97 A DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 98 A device driver must be reinstalled ...98 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 98 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 99 13 Changing QuickWeb settings Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...101...
... before completion 97 A DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 98 A device driver must be reinstalled ...98 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 98 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 99 13 Changing QuickWeb settings Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...101...
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... Configuration menu 104 Diagnostics menu ...105 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...107 Determining the BIOS version 107 Downloading a BIOS update 107 Updating programs and drivers ...108 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...110 Backing up your information ...111 Using Windows Backup and Restore 112 Using system restore points 112...
... Configuration menu 104 Diagnostics menu ...105 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...107 Determining the BIOS version 107 Downloading a BIOS update 107 Updating programs and drivers ...108 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...110 Backing up your information ...111 Using Windows Backup and Restore 112 Using system restore points 112...
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...the wireless light is on your computer are controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. Because the wireless devices are off the wireless devices simultaneously. Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are ...all network devices are connected to turn off . Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are disabled by the wireless action key (f12) or HP Wireless Assistant). The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices...
...the wireless light is on your computer are controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. Because the wireless devices are off the wireless devices simultaneously. Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are ...all network devices are connected to turn off . Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are disabled by the wireless action key (f12) or HP Wireless Assistant). The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices...
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...headphones, earbuds, or a headset. To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on the computer: 1. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to : ● Play music using the computer speakers and/or connected external speakers. ● Record sound using the internal microphone... Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer. ● Be sure that allow you install all drivers required by the external device. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer...
...headphones, earbuds, or a headset. To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on the computer: 1. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to : ● Play music using the computer speakers and/or connected external speakers. ● Record sound using the internal microphone... Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer. ● Be sure that allow you install all drivers required by the external device. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer...
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...; DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive For more information about required software and drivers or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the system using the ports on an optional docking device or optional expansion product. If...
...; DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive For more information about required software and drivers or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the system using the ports on an optional docking device or optional expansion product. If...
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... the notification area at the far right of the taskbar. 72 Chapter 8 External devices NOTE: The first time a USB device is connected, the "Installing device driver software" message is detected. The computer has 3 USB ports, which is usually included with the device. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub or...
... the notification area at the far right of the taskbar. 72 Chapter 8 External devices NOTE: The first time a USB device is connected, the "Installing device driver software" message is detected. The computer has 3 USB ports, which is usually included with the device. For more USB ports, connect an optional hub or...
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...that the integrated WLAN device is listed, either the computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Expand the list of the original computer package, add wireless networking capability to the computer ... by purchasing a wireless networking device. Identify the WLAN device from other devices If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all wireless devices. 12 Troubleshooting Cannot connect to a WLAN Before troubleshooting a network connection problem, be prompted for your permission ...
...that the integrated WLAN device is listed, either the computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Expand the list of the original computer package, add wireless networking capability to the computer ... by purchasing a wireless networking device. Identify the WLAN device from other devices If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all wireless devices. 12 Troubleshooting Cannot connect to a WLAN Before troubleshooting a network connection problem, be prompted for your permission ...
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...preferred network 93 Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area after configuring the WLAN, the software driver is no Network icon in the notification area: 1. If the WLAN device was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for a network... and attempts to reconnect to make a connection on a secure network. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for the computer from the HP Web site at a public Internet chat room, contact the network administrator to your country or region. 3. Press the enter key...
...preferred network 93 Network icon is not displayed If the network icon is not displayed in the notification area after configuring the WLAN, the software driver is no Network icon in the notification area: 1. If the WLAN device was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for a network... and attempts to reconnect to make a connection on a secure network. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for the computer from the HP Web site at a public Internet chat room, contact the network administrator to your country or region. 3. Press the enter key...
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... the Device Manager window, clicking the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update the driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall The computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD drive 95 Remove the disc (3) from the optical drive. 2. Close... Panel > System and Security. 3. The computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software might be missing or corrupted.
... the Device Manager window, clicking the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to perform the following tasks: ● Update the driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall The computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD drive 95 Remove the disc (3) from the optical drive. 2. Close... Panel > System and Security. 3. The computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software might be missing or corrupted.
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...desktop, and selecting Screen resolution. 2. If this setting is not already selected. 4. In some cases, you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for scratches. Selecting Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Windows scans your work and ...the multimedia program. ● Scan for this device. Right-clicking on a blank area of the disc to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for hardware changes. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. Clicking OK. 96 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting After clicking No, the...
...desktop, and selecting Screen resolution. 2. If this setting is not already selected. 4. In some cases, you troubleshoot issues. ◦ Click the Driver tab to the outer edge. ● Check the disc for scratches. Selecting Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Windows scans your work and ...the multimedia program. ● Scan for this device. Right-clicking on a blank area of the disc to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for hardware changes. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. Clicking OK. 96 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting After clicking No, the...
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...the option for hardware changes. Repeat for any other drivers you might need to uninstall and reinstall (for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Windows scans the system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for example, DVD/CD ROMs, Modems, and so ... are once again listed. 8. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to delete. 6. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. MediaSmart is also available from the optical drive. 2. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 3. Right-click the device listing and...
...the option for hardware changes. Repeat for any other drivers you might need to uninstall and reinstall (for any discs from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Windows scans the system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for example, DVD/CD ROMs, Modems, and so ... are once again listed. 8. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you want to delete. 6. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. MediaSmart is also available from the optical drive. 2. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 3. Right-click the device listing and...
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...When the list of the device. or - If prompted, restart the 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 then double-click the file to open a window containing additional information.... 6. Select Start > All Programs > Windows Update. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. To use Windows Update: 1. 5. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. A device...
...When the list of the device. or - If prompted, restart the 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 then double-click the file to open a window containing additional information.... 6. Select Start > All Programs > Windows Update. After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. To use Windows Update: 1. 5. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. A device...
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... the network administrator before installing any instructions that contains the update. 4. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers appears, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the hard drive. The BIOS installation begins. 5. When prompted, click Save and...
... the network administrator before installing any instructions that contains the update. 4. After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers appears, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the hard drive. The BIOS installation begins. 5. When prompted, click Save and...
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...setup. 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 ... instability. Recovery discs are not able to recover the operating system and software. Use these discs to recover using this procedure. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set ...
...setup. 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 ... instability. Recovery discs are not able to recover the operating system and software. Use these discs to recover using this procedure. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set ...