Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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...black, computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Check AC adapter wiring and power connection to original condition. HP Notebook PCs - Perform a Hard Reset 1. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. Reconnect...media cards. 2. If computer does not start normally, identify the specific problem symptom listed below and take the recommended actions. If there is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with...
...black, computer does not start Count number of a disk drive and fan turning. Check AC adapter wiring and power connection to original condition. HP Notebook PCs - Perform a Hard Reset 1. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. Reconnect...media cards. 2. If computer does not start normally, identify the specific problem symptom listed below and take the recommended actions. If there is no battery or AC power at the notebook, contact HP for the sound of blinking LEDs or beeping tones to help with...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... network 26 Setting up a wireless network 27 Connecting to a wired network 29 Chapter 7: Using software Identifying installed software 31 Using HP TouchSmart software or HP MediaSmart software 31 Installing software from an optical disc 32 Creating (burning) a CD or DVD 32 Updating the software installed on... 41 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 41 Traveling and shipping 41 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources 43 Quick troubleshooting 43 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 47 Input power 47 Expansion port 3 input/output signals (select models only 48...
... network 26 Setting up a wireless network 27 Connecting to a wired network 29 Chapter 7: Using software Identifying installed software 31 Using HP TouchSmart software or HP MediaSmart software 31 Installing software from an optical disc 32 Creating (burning) a CD or DVD 32 Updating the software installed on... 41 Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard 41 Traveling and shipping 41 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources 43 Quick troubleshooting 43 Appendix B: Specifications Operating environment 47 Input power 47 Expansion port 3 input/output signals (select models only 48...
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... Web without launching the Windows® operating system. The software is important to review the user guide located in identifying specific components of the computer, see Chapter 8, "Backup and recovery." For more information, see Chapter 4, "Finding information." For more information,...image. Getting to factory settings. Notebook Essentials 1 Be sure to follow the steps in Help and Support. For instructions on accessing the user guide, see Chapter 5, "Keeping the computer safe." First, read specific chapters for free updates. Introducing HP QuickWeb (select models only) ...
... Web without launching the Windows® operating system. The software is important to review the user guide located in identifying specific components of the computer, see Chapter 8, "Backup and recovery." For more information, see Chapter 4, "Finding information." For more information,...image. Getting to factory settings. Notebook Essentials 1 Be sure to follow the steps in Help and Support. For instructions on accessing the user guide, see Chapter 5, "Keeping the computer safe." First, read specific chapters for free updates. Introducing HP QuickWeb (select models only) ...
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...change or create flick assignments: 1. Click OK. 10 Notebook Essentials These preferences are specific 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. Make changes or testing the... settings, and then click OK. These preferences are specific to the touch screen and the computer. ■ For pointer speed, click speed, and...
...change or create flick assignments: 1. Click OK. 10 Notebook Essentials These preferences are specific 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. Make changes or testing the... settings, and then click OK. These preferences are specific to the touch screen and the computer. ■ For pointer speed, click speed, and...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... health, and work habits for battery disposal information, see the User Guides disc included with some models. 20 Notebook Essentials For more information In addition to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and then follow the on the web at http://www....hp.com/ergo. The Safety & Comfort Guide is also available on -screen instructions. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Chapter 4: Finding information Finding more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. or region-specific support,...
... health, and work habits for battery disposal information, see the User Guides disc included with some models. 20 Notebook Essentials For more information In addition to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and then follow the on the web at http://www....hp.com/ergo. The Safety & Comfort Guide is also available on -screen instructions. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Chapter 4: Finding information Finding more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. or region-specific support,...
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... Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days of the computer: ■ Keep the operating system and software updated. Notebook Essentials 21 Chapter 5: Keeping the computer safe Protecting the computer from viruses When using the computer for unauthorized persons to obtain ...information about you or the computer. HP recommends protecting the computer against newly discovered viruses, keep antivirus software up the system and to viruses that do not meet specific security criteria. To optimize the privacy protection features of free ...
... Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days of the computer: ■ Keep the operating system and software updated. Notebook Essentials 21 Chapter 5: Keeping the computer safe Protecting the computer from viruses When using the computer for unauthorized persons to obtain ...information about you or the computer. HP recommends protecting the computer against newly discovered viruses, keep antivirus software up the system and to viruses that do not meet specific security criteria. To optimize the privacy protection features of free ...
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...you purchased the computer, the icons might be displayed either individually on the screen. If required, enter the security key. 26 Notebook Essentials Click the network icon in which you purchased the computer, access the utility by selecting Start > All Programs > Online ...Services > Get Online. Select a network. 3. The Internet Services & Offers utility assists with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Click Connect. 4. Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to an existing wireless network...
...you purchased the computer, the icons might be displayed either individually on the screen. If required, enter the security key. 26 Notebook Essentials Click the network icon in which you purchased the computer, access the utility by selecting Start > All Programs > Online ...Services > Get Online. Select a network. 3. The Internet Services & Offers utility assists with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. Click Connect. 4. Connecting to an existing wireless network To connect the computer to an existing wireless network...
Notebook Essentials - Windows 7
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... of the computer. 1. A system restore point allows you to set up your hard drive at a specific point in time. Follow the on file size and the speed of your system, you are creating a system restore point. Notebook Essentials 37 Using system restore points When backing up and create a backup. ✎ Windows includes...
... of the computer. 1. A system restore point allows you to set up your hard drive at a specific point in time. Follow the on file size and the speed of your system, you are creating a system restore point. Notebook Essentials 37 Using system restore points When backing up and create a backup. ✎ Windows includes...
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... the bottom of accepting DC power within the following table might be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in extreme environments. Notebook Essentials 47 The computer is supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Factor Metric U.S. Input power Operating voltage Operating current Rating 18.5...be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms. ✎ The computer operating voltage and current can ...
... the bottom of accepting DC power within the following table might be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in extreme environments. Notebook Essentials 47 The computer is supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Factor Metric U.S. Input power Operating voltage Operating current Rating 18.5...be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms. ✎ The computer operating voltage and current can ...
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Appendix B: Specifications Expansion port 3 input/output signals (select models only) The signal information in VGA Power button Volume control (up/down) Mute/unmute status Support Yes Yes ... might be helpful if you plan to use an optional expansion product that connects to 90 W maximum No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 48 Notebook Essentials The term expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port.) The following table identifies the input and output signals supported by the expansion port...
Appendix B: Specifications Expansion port 3 input/output signals (select models only) The signal information in VGA Power button Volume control (up/down) Mute/unmute status Support Yes Yes ... might be helpful if you plan to use an optional expansion product that connects to 90 W maximum No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 48 Notebook Essentials The term expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port.) The following table identifies the input and output signals supported by the expansion port...
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... shock 22 environmental specifications 47 expansion port, specifications 48 external devices, troubleshooting 45 F firewalls 21 flicking, touch screen 7 H HP 11 HP QuickWeb 1 humidity specifications 47 Notebook Essentials I identifying software 31 IEC 60950 compliance 22, 44 input power specifications 47 Internet choosing ...Norton Internet Security 21 notification, identifying icons 14 O operating environment specifications 47 overheating, computer 44 P pinching touch screen 9 TouchPad 6 posture 22 power cord 22 power specifications 47 power surges 22 power, turning on computer 43 privacy, ...
... shock 22 environmental specifications 47 expansion port, specifications 48 external devices, troubleshooting 45 F firewalls 21 flicking, touch screen 7 H HP 11 HP QuickWeb 1 humidity specifications 47 Notebook Essentials I identifying software 31 IEC 60950 compliance 22, 44 input power specifications 47 Internet choosing ...Norton Internet Security 21 notification, identifying icons 14 O operating environment specifications 47 overheating, computer 44 P pinching touch screen 9 TouchPad 6 posture 22 power cord 22 power specifications 47 power surges 22 power, turning on computer 43 privacy, ...
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... temperature 47 startup problems, troubleshooting 43 surge protection 22 system recovery 35 system restore points 37 T tapping, touch screen 7 50 temperature safety considerations 22, 44 specifications 47 troubleshooting 44 touch screen dragging 8 flicking 7 pinching 9 rotating 9 scrolling 8 setting preferences 10 tapping 7 using 7 zooming 9 TouchPad identifying 3 navigating 4 selecting 4 turning on and ...problems 43 unresponsive computer 44 virus problems 44 wireless network problems 45 U unresponsive computer, troubleshooting 44 user guides 20 V vents, precautions 22, 44 Notebook Essentials
... temperature 47 startup problems, troubleshooting 43 surge protection 22 system recovery 35 system restore points 37 T tapping, touch screen 7 50 temperature safety considerations 22, 44 specifications 47 troubleshooting 44 touch screen dragging 8 flicking 7 pinching 9 rotating 9 scrolling 8 setting preferences 10 tapping 7 using 7 zooming 9 TouchPad identifying 3 navigating 4 selecting 4 turning on and ...problems 43 unresponsive computer 44 virus problems 44 wireless network problems 45 U unresponsive computer, troubleshooting 44 user guides 20 V vents, precautions 22, 44 Notebook Essentials
HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... the following locations: Computer major components on page 18, Sequential part number listing on page 29, WLAN module on page 49. ● Updated hard drive specifications in the following location: Hard drive...
... the following locations: Computer major components on page 18, Sequential part number listing on page 29, WLAN module on page 49. ● Updated hard drive specifications in the following location: Hard drive...
HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Main menu ...92 Security menu ...92 System Configuration menu 92 Diagnostics menu ...93 6 Specifications ...94 Computer specifications ...94 15.6-inch, SVA display specifications 95 Hard drive specifications ...95 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±RW Super Multi Double-Layer Drive specifications 96 DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive...
... Main menu ...92 Security menu ...92 System Configuration menu 92 Diagnostics menu ...93 6 Specifications ...94 Computer specifications ...94 15.6-inch, SVA display specifications 95 Hard drive specifications ...95 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±RW Super Multi Double-Layer Drive specifications 96 DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive...
HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... External monitor ...104 HDMI ...106 RJ-45 (network) ...107 Universal Serial Bus ...107 9 Power cord set requirements 108 Requirements for all countries 108 Requirements for specific countries and regions 109 10 Recycling ...110 Battery ...110 Display ...110 Index ...116 ix
... External monitor ...104 HDMI ...106 RJ-45 (network) ...107 Universal Serial Bus ...107 9 Power cord set requirements 108 Requirements for all countries 108 Requirements for specific countries and regions 109 10 Recycling ...110 Battery ...110 Display ...110 Index ...116 ix
HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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or region-specific section of the computer. Wireless antenna locations Component WLAN antennas (2)* Description On select computer models, at least two antennas send and receive signals from obstructions. To review wireless regulatory notices, refer to the country- These antennas are not visible from the outside of Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices in Help and Support. 8 Chapter 2 External component identification NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from one or more wireless devices.
or region-specific section of the computer. Wireless antenna locations Component WLAN antennas (2)* Description On select computer models, at least two antennas send and receive signals from obstructions. To review wireless regulatory notices, refer to the country- These antennas are not visible from the outside of Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices in Help and Support. 8 Chapter 2 External component identification NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from one or more wireless devices.
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Service tag 17 This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. The part number helps a service technician determine what components and parts are needed. Item (2) Component Product number (p/n) (3) Warranty period Description This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components.
Service tag 17 This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. The part number helps a service technician determine what components and parts are needed. Item (2) Component Product number (p/n) (3) Warranty period Description This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components.
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... is unique to each product. Component replacement procedures 41 The part number helps a service technician determine what components and parts are needed. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number provided on the...
... is unique to each product. Component replacement procedures 41 The part number helps a service technician determine what components and parts are needed. This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number provided on the...
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... Utility menus The menu tables in this ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options.
... Utility menus The menu tables in this ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options.
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6 Specifications Computer specifications Dimensions: Width Depth Height (front to back) Weight: Computer model equipped with a hard drive, optical drive, and traditional display assembly: Computer model equipped with a hard ... ft 125 g, 2 ms, half-sine 200 g, 2 ms, half-sine 0.75 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.25 oct/min sweep rate 94 Chapter 6 Specifications
6 Specifications Computer specifications Dimensions: Width Depth Height (front to back) Weight: Computer model equipped with a hard drive, optical drive, and traditional display assembly: Computer model equipped with a hard ... ft 125 g, 2 ms, half-sine 200 g, 2 ms, half-sine 0.75 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.25 oct/min sweep rate 94 Chapter 6 Specifications