Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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... memory or hard drive components were replaced, reinstall original components Remove memory modules and replace one-at-a-time If possible, boot to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for the sound of a disk drive and fan turning. Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove all other methods fail, use this checklist as a guide... AC power at least 15 seconds. 3. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to the notebook. HP Notebook PCs -
... memory or hard drive components were replaced, reinstall original components Remove memory modules and replace one-at-a-time If possible, boot to help with diagnostics testing Contact HP for the sound of a disk drive and fan turning. Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove all other methods fail, use this checklist as a guide... AC power at least 15 seconds. 3. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to the notebook. HP Notebook PCs -
Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in error message Boot to BIOS Diagnostics (f10) and run memory and hard drive diagnostic tests Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and: o Select Disable automatic restart on a black screen during startup or boot Search... updates Run the anti-virus program Symptom: Computer displays a blue screen or continually restarts Trying to restart the PC after an error message can usually bypass the error and the PC can run in Safe mode to install an update or patch. Symptom: Computer may display an error message on...
Search www.microsoft.com for terms in error message Search www.hp.com for terms in error message Boot to BIOS Diagnostics (f10) and run memory and hard drive diagnostic tests Boot to Windows Advanced boot options (f8) and: o Select Disable automatic restart on a black screen during startup or boot Search... updates Run the anti-virus program Symptom: Computer displays a blue screen or continually restarts Trying to restart the PC after an error message can usually bypass the error and the PC can run in Safe mode to install an update or patch. Symptom: Computer may display an error message on...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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...clicks, flicks, and visual feedback, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Touch. To change or test click settings: 1. Click OK. 10 Notebook Essentials Under Pen Actions, select the action, and then click Settings. 3. Click Navigational flicks and editing flicks, and then ...click Customize. 3. Make changes or testing the settings, and then click OK. These preferences apply to the touch screen and the computer. ■ For left-handed or right-handed users, select Start > Control Panel, > Hardware and Sound > Tablet PC Settings > General tab. Select Start...
...clicks, flicks, and visual feedback, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Touch. To change or test click settings: 1. Click OK. 10 Notebook Essentials Under Pen Actions, select the action, and then click Settings. 3. Click Navigational flicks and editing flicks, and then ...click Customize. 3. Make changes or testing the settings, and then click OK. These preferences apply to the touch screen and the computer. ■ For left-handed or right-handed users, select Start > Control Panel, > Hardware and Sound > Tablet PC Settings > General tab. Select Start...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to set up the modem, install a network cable to connect the wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. If you a User ID and password to access the Internet. The ISP gives you do not have high-speed Internet service (DSL... (WLAN), using a wireless computer. The ISP helps set up a wireless network and to connect to purchase high-speed Internet service and a DSL or cable modem. Notebook Essentials 27
... a wireless network This section describes the steps necessary to set up the modem, install a network cable to connect the wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service. 2. If you a User ID and password to access the Internet. The ISP gives you do not have high-speed Internet service (DSL... (WLAN), using a wireless computer. The ISP helps set up a wireless network and to connect to purchase high-speed Internet service and a DSL or cable modem. Notebook Essentials 27
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... a. If the wireless light is off . Click Connect. If required, enter the security key. Test the wireless network by opening your network, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network...other existing computers to set up your Internet browser and accessing a website. 28 Notebook Essentials Chapter 6: Networking Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router Read this section... or enable security during the router installation, contact the router manufacturer. ✎ HP recommends temporarily connecting the new wireless computer to help locating the wireless button or...
... a. If the wireless light is off . Click Connect. If required, enter the security key. Test the wireless network by opening your network, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network...other existing computers to set up your Internet browser and accessing a website. 28 Notebook Essentials Chapter 6: Networking Step 2: Purchase and install a wireless router Read this section... or enable security during the router installation, contact the router manufacturer. ✎ HP recommends temporarily connecting the new wireless computer to help locating the wireless button or...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... support all DVD formats. To start TouchSmart or MediaSmart, double-tap the TouchSmart icon or the MediaSmart icon on computers with MP3 software installed. 32 Notebook Essentials When burning a CD or DVD follow the on the manufacturer's website. Chapter 7: Using software ■ Photo and video upload support, for example:...install any open files, and close all programs. ■ A CD-RW or DVD-RW is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to a CD or DVD that came with your DVD player. ■ An MP3 file uses less space...
... support all DVD formats. To start TouchSmart or MediaSmart, double-tap the TouchSmart icon or the MediaSmart icon on computers with MP3 software installed. 32 Notebook Essentials When burning a CD or DVD follow the on the manufacturer's website. Chapter 7: Using software ■ Photo and video upload support, for example:...install any open files, and close all programs. ■ A CD-RW or DVD-RW is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to a CD or DVD that came with your DVD player. ■ An MP3 file uses less space...
HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... avoid static charging. Workstation guidelines Follow these items only at static-free workstations. ● Place items on a grounded surface before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment. Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment: ● To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes...
... avoid static charging. Workstation guidelines Follow these items only at static-free workstations. ● Place items on a grounded surface before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment. Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment: ● To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes...
HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...this Enable/disable the Action Keys. ● POST (power-on self test) f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● HP QuickWeb-Enable/disable the QuickWeb Boot menu in Setup Utility. ◦ .... ● Internal Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Disk on Key/USB Hard Drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy...
...this Enable/disable the Action Keys. ● POST (power-on self test) f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● HP QuickWeb-Enable/disable the QuickWeb Boot menu in Setup Utility. ◦ .... ● Internal Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Disk on Key/USB Hard Drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...26 Calibrating the touch screen 27 Performing actions on the touch screen 28 Performing clicks 28 Performing flicks 28 Changing or testing click settings 28 Changing or creating flick assignments 28 Setting touch screen preferences 29 Connecting an external mouse 29 Using the... features ...33 Identifying your multimedia components 34 Adjusting the volume ...35 Using the media activity keys 36 Multimedia software ...37 Using HP MediaSmart or TouchSmart (select models only) software 37 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 37 Installing multimedia software from a disc 37 Audio...
...26 Calibrating the touch screen 27 Performing actions on the touch screen 28 Performing clicks 28 Performing flicks 28 Changing or testing click settings 28 Changing or creating flick assignments 28 Setting touch screen preferences 29 Connecting an external mouse 29 Using the... features ...33 Identifying your multimedia components 34 Adjusting the volume ...35 Using the media activity keys 36 Multimedia software ...37 Using HP MediaSmart or TouchSmart (select models only) software 37 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 37 Installing multimedia software from a disc 37 Audio...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... NOTE: Flicks are not recognized by some software programs. To perform flicks on -screen instructions to navigate forward a page or screen. Changing or testing click settings To change or create flick assignments: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Input Devices > Pen Options... settings for recognized clicks and flicks, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Input Devices. Make changes or test the settings, and then click OK. Performing actions on the preferences set at the factory. The instructions in this section are not supported...
... NOTE: Flicks are not recognized by some software programs. To perform flicks on -screen instructions to navigate forward a page or screen. Changing or testing click settings To change or create flick assignments: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Input Devices > Pen Options... settings for recognized clicks and flicks, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Input Devices. Make changes or test the settings, and then click OK. Performing actions on the preferences set at the factory. The instructions in this section are not supported...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... a microphone, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices included with this computer. For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. Click the Test button. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Audio The computer has a variety of audio features that allow you install all drivers required by the...
... a microphone, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices included with this computer. For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. Click the Test button. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Audio The computer has a variety of audio features that allow you install all drivers required by the...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...on battery power. WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Using Battery Check Help and Support provides information on how you disconnect AC power. To...work in Help and Support Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on ...
...on battery power. WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Using Battery Check Help and Support provides information on how you disconnect AC power. To...work in Help and Support Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... be shared as CDs, but have a much higher storage capacity. Blu-ray Discs (BD) NOTE: Blu-ray is not guaranteed. After data is ideal for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to a CD or DVD that must be erased or written over data that can be changed. CD-R discs...
... be shared as CDs, but have a much higher storage capacity. Blu-ray Discs (BD) NOTE: Blu-ray is not guaranteed. After data is ideal for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to a CD or DVD that must be erased or written over data that can be changed. CD-R discs...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... all programs. ● A CD-R or DVD-R is best for burning audio files because after the information is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to create-data, audio, or video. 5. NOTE: An audio DVD cannot be provided with MP3 software installed. NOTE...
... all programs. ● A CD-R or DVD-R is best for burning audio files because after the information is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings before burning them to create-data, audio, or video. 5. NOTE: An audio DVD cannot be provided with MP3 software installed. NOTE...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... Mode Boot Options Function Change the language of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● HP QuickWeb-Enable/disable the QuickWeb Boot menu in intervals of Setup Utility. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enter,...when the computer is always on. Enable/disable the Action Keys. ● POST (power-on self test) f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup...boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Disk on Key/USB Hard Drive ◦...
... Mode Boot Options Function Change the language of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● HP QuickWeb-Enable/disable the QuickWeb Boot menu in intervals of Setup Utility. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enter,...when the computer is always on. Enable/disable the Action Keys. ● POST (power-on self test) f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup...boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Disk on Key/USB Hard Drive ◦...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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Run a diagnostic test on the hard drive. Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Memory Test Function Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. Setup Utility menus 105
Run a diagnostic test on the hard drive. Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Memory Test Function Run a comprehensive self-test on the system memory. Setup Utility menus 105
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... of Authenticity label 15 changing the language of Setup Utility 101 charging batteries 50, 52 checking audio functions 39 clicks changing settings 28 performing 28 testing 28 compartments, memory module 11 components additional hardware 14 bottom 11 display 12 front 9 left-side 10 right-side 9 top 4 connecting to a WLAN 21 Connection...
... of Authenticity label 15 changing the language of Setup Utility 101 charging batteries 50, 52 checking audio functions 39 clicks changing settings 28 performing 28 testing 28 compartments, memory module 11 components additional hardware 14 bottom 11 display 12 front 9 left-side 10 right-side 9 top 4 connecting to a WLAN 21 Connection...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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..., identifying 8, 31 full system recovery 109 function keys, identifying 8 G graphic modes, switching 55 H hard drive external 65 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 67 installing 70 hard drive bay, identifying 11 hard drive self test 105 hard drive, replacing 69 HDMI port 10, 41 HDMI, connecting 41 headphone (audio-out) jacks 34 headphones...
..., identifying 8, 31 full system recovery 109 function keys, identifying 8 G graphic modes, switching 55 H hard drive external 65 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 67 installing 70 hard drive bay, identifying 11 hard drive self test 105 hard drive, replacing 69 HDMI port 10, 41 HDMI, connecting 41 headphone (audio-out) jacks 34 headphones...
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L labels Bluetooth 15 HP Mobile Broadband Module 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 regulatory 15 service tag 15 wireless certification 15 WLAN 15 LAN Power Saving 104 language support ... 36 media controls, keys 30 memory module inserting 79 removing 79 memory module compartment cover removing 79 replacing 80 memory module compartment, identifying 11 memory test 105 microphones, internal 34 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 15 minimizing interference 94 monitor port, external 10 monitor, connecting 40 mouse, external connecting 29 setting...
L labels Bluetooth 15 HP Mobile Broadband Module 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 regulatory 15 service tag 15 wireless certification 15 WLAN 15 LAN Power Saving 104 language support ... 36 media controls, keys 30 memory module inserting 79 removing 79 memory module compartment cover removing 79 replacing 80 memory module compartment, identifying 11 memory test 105 microphones, internal 34 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 15 minimizing interference 94 monitor port, external 10 monitor, connecting 40 mouse, external connecting 29 setting...