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Windows and Windows Vista are on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. You can find them on your computer. Sign up to date with your computer hard... and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications. registered trademarks of our products. Click: Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the Web. Part number:...
Windows and Windows Vista are on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. You can find them on your computer. Sign up to date with your computer hard... and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications. registered trademarks of our products. Click: Start > Help and Support > User Guides Linux Users Looking for Business Notebook Keep this effort, we provide user guides and learning centers on the Web. Part number:...
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...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. It describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work ...hp.com/ergo. Chapter 4: Finding information Finding more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. To access this document, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides, or see the User Guides disc included with some models. 20 Notebook...
...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. It describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work ...hp.com/ergo. Chapter 4: Finding information Finding more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. To access this document, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides, or see the User Guides disc included with some models. 20 Notebook...
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.... ■ Only one 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 you experience serious system failure ...discs. To create a set of recovery discs can be sure that you can exit the program before inserting it in a safe place. Notebook Essentials 35 DVDs have finished creating the recovery discs. If using CDs, up to 20 discs might be required, whereas only a few DVDs...
.... ■ Only one 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 you experience serious system failure ...discs. To create a set of recovery discs can be sure that you can exit the program before inserting it in a safe place. Notebook Essentials 35 DVDs have finished creating the recovery discs. If using CDs, up to 20 discs might be required, whereas only a few DVDs...
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..., see the mobile network operator information included with the operating system. ■ The correct drivers are secure. ■ The device is receiving electrical power. ■ The device, especially if it is older, is compatible with the computer. Notebook Essentials 45 If the light is illuminated amber, turn on the wireless device. ■...
..., see the mobile network operator information included with the operating system. ■ The correct drivers are secure. ■ The device is receiving electrical power. ■ The device, especially if it is older, is compatible with the computer. Notebook Essentials 45 If the light is illuminated amber, turn on the wireless device. ■...
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... restore points reverse undesirable changes to the computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed 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...
... restore points reverse undesirable changes to the computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed 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...
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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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Network (connected) Indicates that one or more network devices are disabled by the wireless action key (f12) or HP Wireless Assistant). Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more of the wireless devices on your wireless devices, not the status of the ... at the factory, use the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are disabled in Windows Control Panel). All of the wireless devices...
Network (connected) Indicates that one or more network devices are disabled by the wireless action key (f12) or HP Wireless Assistant). Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more of the wireless devices on your wireless devices, not the status of the ... at the factory, use the wireless action key (f12) to a wireless network. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are disabled in Windows Control Panel). All of the wireless devices...
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... speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the correct jack on the computer. ● Be sure that allow you install all drivers required by the external device. For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. You should hear sound through the speakers or... through connected headphones. To check the record functions: 1. For best results: ● Be sure that use the device. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the information...
... speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the correct jack on the computer. ● Be sure that allow you install all drivers required by the external device. For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. You should hear sound through the speakers or... through connected headphones. To check the record functions: 1. For best results: ● Be sure that use the device. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that the device cable is securely connected to the information...
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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. Disconnect...
...; 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. Disconnect...
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... a USB device. The computer has 3 USB ports, which is usually included with the device. NOTE: The first time a USB device is connected, the "Installing device driver software" message is detected. To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to an optional expansion product. Some USB...
... a USB device. The computer has 3 USB ports, which is usually included with the device. NOTE: The first time a USB device is connected, the "Installing device driver software" message is detected. To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to an optional expansion product. Some USB...
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... and Support. 1. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Identify the WLAN device from other devices If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all wireless devices. If no WLAN device is properly installed on the side of Network adapters by purchasing a wireless networking device. NOTE: Wireless networking... in Help and Support. 92 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Expand the list of the original computer package, add wireless networking capability to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
... and Support. 1. In the System area, click Device Manager. 3. Identify the WLAN device from other devices If you have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for all wireless devices. If no WLAN device is properly installed on the side of Network adapters by purchasing a wireless networking device. NOTE: Wireless networking... in Help and Support. 92 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Expand the list of the original computer package, add wireless networking capability to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only.
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...key are alphanumeric codes that are entered to identify the computer to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Change the corresponding code in the notification area after configuring the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Network icon is not displayed If the network... Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you are unavailable If you want to make a connection on -screen instructions. Reinstall the driver. If the WLAN device was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for a network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to ...
...key are alphanumeric codes that are entered to identify the computer to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Change the corresponding code in the notification area after configuring the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. Network icon is not displayed If the network... Center. 2. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you are unavailable If you want to make a connection on -screen instructions. Reinstall the driver. If the WLAN device was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for a network key or a name (SSID) when connecting to ...
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.... 3. Hold the disc by : 1. 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. In 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 Right-clicking the optical device listing to show...
.... 3. Hold the disc by : 1. 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. In 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 Right-clicking the optical device listing to show...
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... computer desktop, and selecting Screen resolution. 2. If this setting is not already selected. 4. To return to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any loss of color while watching a movie if you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a...for hardware changes. Because the human eye cannot easily tell the difference between colors beyond 16 bits, you should not notice any required drivers. ● Click Properties to verify that the disc is working properly. ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device ...
... computer desktop, and selecting Screen resolution. 2. If this setting is not already selected. 4. To return to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for installed hardware and installs any loss of color while watching a movie if you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a...for hardware changes. Because the human eye cannot easily tell the difference between colors beyond 16 bits, you should not notice any required drivers. ● Click Properties to verify that the disc is working properly. ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device ...
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... the computer. Click the option for hardware changes. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save the information on ). 5. Try running the program again. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 3. In the System ...from the optical drive. 2. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to a new disc, and then burn from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and ...
... the computer. Click the option for hardware changes. When prompted, confirm that the drivers are prompted to restart the computer, save the information on ). 5. Try running the program again. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 3. In the System ...from the optical drive. 2. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you want to a new disc, and then burn from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Reopen Device Manager, if necessary, and ...
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... automatically checks for and installs updates for Updates. 3. Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 5. A device driver must be reinstalled 99 or - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. 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 enter settings before checking ...
... automatically checks for and installs updates for Updates. 3. Click Check for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 5. A device driver must be reinstalled 99 or - When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions. 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 enter settings before checking ...
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...108 Appendix B Software updates If prompted, restart the computer after the BIOS has successfully updated. Open a browser window, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the hard drive. NOTE: In some locations you connect the computer to a network, consult... the network administrator before installing any instructions that has an .exe extension (for software and driver downloads, type the computer model number in the Search box, and then press the enter key. 3. NOTE: If you might be able ...
...108 Appendix B Software updates If prompted, restart the computer after the BIOS has successfully updated. Open a browser window, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the hard drive. NOTE: In some locations you connect the computer to a network, consult... the network administrator before installing any instructions that has an .exe extension (for software and driver downloads, type the computer model number in the Search box, and then press the enter key. 3. NOTE: If you might be able ...
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... the operating system and software programs 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 Manager recovers the full factory image if you experience system failure or instability. If the partition is present, an HP recovery drive ...
... the operating system and software programs 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 Manager recovers the full factory image if you experience system failure or instability. If the partition is present, an HP recovery drive ...
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cord, power 14 corporate WLAN connection 21 critical battery level 51 critical updates, software 88 D device drivers HP drivers 98 Windows drivers 99 Diagnostics menu 105 digital card defined 76 inserting 76 removing 77 stopping 77 digital dual array microphones, identifying 34 Disk Cleanup ... 28 performing 28 fn key, 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...
cord, power 14 corporate WLAN connection 21 critical battery level 51 critical updates, software 88 D device drivers HP drivers 98 Windows drivers 99 Diagnostics menu 105 digital card defined 76 inserting 76 removing 77 stopping 77 digital dual array microphones, identifying 34 Disk Cleanup ... 28 performing 28 fn key, 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...